Curtiss Electric versus Hamilton Standard Propellers
Compared on Lockheed Constellation Types
Compiled by Kimble D. McCutcheon
2 Mar 2026
| This interesting compilation, produced by Curtiss-Wright, presents performance data, along with maintenance data comparisons for Curtiss Electric and Hamilton Standard propellers used on Lockheed Constellation aircraft types. The source material was kindly donated by William Lewis. |
Propeller Specifications, Performance and Weight
Models 43E60 and 43H60 are Hamilton Standard Propellers
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| Performance Comparisons | Weight Comparisons | |
Propeller Maintenance
Models 43E60 and 43H60 are Hamilton Standard Propellers
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| Air India Data | Air France Data | |
Curtiss Electric versus Hamilton Standard Propeller Maintenance and Overhaul Labor
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| Labor to Maintain and Overhaul Propeller Equipment on One Airplane for One Year |
Curtiss versus Hamilton Standard Comparative Overhaul Labor |
Typical Overhaul Periods | Typical Inspection Operations and Periods |
Lockheed Constellation Fleet Status for Selected Airlines as of 19 Apr 1955
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Factory Training Course Outline
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| Curtiss Electric C634D-A with 15' Diameter 109652-12 Aluminum Alloy Blades on the Lockheed Super Constellation | |||
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| Blade Section 6921A is Hamilton Standard |
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