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Products, service, propel McCauley systems forward

Across the aviation industry, one truth remains: reliable, high-quality components aren't optional—they are essential. The demand for the best equipment only grows with each unique mission, evolving operational need and customer expectation. For nearly a century, McCauley® Propeller Systems has stood at the forefront of this demand, earning the confidence of aircraft owners, pilots and aviation professionals.

Among its most passionate advocates is Chris Geirsberg, Owner of Air Prop Specialists, whose deep belief in the products and service of McCauley® drives his recommendation. With decades of hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, repair and upgrades, Geirsberg has become a go-to expert for propeller solutions, catering to different families of aircraft. When there is a need, he turns to McCauley®. Known for championing quality craftsmanship and rugged reliability, he doesn't just recommend McCauley® propellers, he promotes them with genuine enthusiasm.

"I'm pushing McCauley for everything it's got," Geirsberg beamed. "I'm always calling, trying to get a kit made, because if I can put a McCauley prop on an airplane, I'm going to do it. I'm working with a company that supports me, and in turn, I support the aircraft owners I work with."

Geirsberg's endorsement isn't simply rooted in preference—it's grounded in principle. Over the years, he's built his reputation on integrity and top-tier service. In McCauley®, he sees a mirror of those same values. His dedication to his customers aligns with the brand's commitment to quality, innovation and support.

"If you put the customer first in everything you do, you'll always be ahead," he says. "That's why McCauley works for me. When something comes up, I know I can call them, find a solution, and pass that confidence along to the owner."

That vital support was on full display in a project installing the McCauley® C780 scimitar propellers on a Beechcraft® King Air® 300 series aircraft. Rick Heimbuck, owner of Innovative Turbine Aircraft Solutions, praised Chris' team, the selected propellers and their high-performance outcome.

"We've been working with Air Prop Specialists for the past 12 years, and they've never disappointed," Rick shared. "Chris helped coordinate the installation for one of our top clients, and the results spoke for themselves. The install and rigging went smoothly, and the props were quieter than the engines on takeoff."

It's not just owners noticing the difference, pilots are feeling it too.

"We're very impressed," said Bob Shelton, a pilot with Heimbuck's company. "We haven't done formal noise tests, but the new props are noticeably quieter. On landing, the beta function feels more responsive."

For Geirsberg, these results affirm what he's known all along: McCauley delivers. From the product quality to the warranty and after-sales service, the brand stands behind everything it makes, and to Chris that makes all the difference.

"It means a lot. I've had customers sold on other brands, but when McCauley steps up, stands behind their product and shows they care about more than just making a dollar, that's when I can look someone in the eye and say, 'This is the better deal.'"

In an industry where precision, performance and trust are non-negotiable, Geirsberg knows what works—and who works with him to keep aircraft performing at their peak. For him, McCauley® isn't just a product line. It's a teammate in the sky.