January 16, 2012 at 8:46 pm
Would anyone know the type number and pitch range of the DH 5-20 2-pitch propeller actually used on the early in-service Spitfires and Hurricanes?
Was the same prop used on both aircraft?
I have found this Martlesham Heath July 1939 report (Type P.3-5-5-7 airscrew with a pitch range of 32½° – 45° )
http://www.spitfireperformance.com/k9793.html
but I don’t know if it was an experimental prop or went on to be used in service.
Hoping someone can help.
klem