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This collaboration brings real benefits to our supporters and encourages new pilots to join our mission.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Voyager, Pathfinder, and Trailblazer Propellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Backcountry propellers eligible for the discount include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Voyager<\/strong>: A three-blade aluminum Scimitar propeller optimized for Cessna 180, 182, 185, and 206 aircraft, powered by certain Continental 470, 520, and 550 engines under a recent STC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pathfinder<\/strong>: A three-blade Raptor carbon fiber composite propeller, available for CubCrafters XCub and Carbon Cub FX, as well as the Glasair Sportsman, American Legend, and a variety of experimental aircraft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trailblazer<\/strong>: A versatile two- or three-blade carbon fiber composite propeller, compatible with various models from American Champion, American Legend, Aviat, AviPro, CubCrafters, Glasair, Maule, and numerous other experimental aircraft.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These propellers are designed to improve backcountry performance, enhancing takeoff and climb capabilities to navigate remote environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the Recreational Aviation Foundation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The RAF, founded by Montana pilots concerned about the closure of recreational airstrips, is dedicated to preserving, improving, and creating public-use recreational airstrips across the United States. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the RAF advocates for public aviation access to places offering unique recreational opportunities. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/theraf.org\">https:\/\/theraf.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Hartzell Propeller<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hartzell Propeller is a global leader in advanced aircraft propeller design and manufacturing. With more than a century of experience, the company designs next-generation propellers with innovative blended airfoil technology and manufactures them with revolutionary machining centers, robotics and custom resin transfer molding curing stations. Hartzell Propeller is headquartered in Piqua, Ohio. 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