A more comfortable flight
Reduce the vibration felt through the controls, seats, and cabin.
Yankee Aviation Services · Plymouth, MA
A smoother flight starts here.
Precision dynamic propeller balancing to help reduce vibration, improve cabin comfort, and protect the aircraft you care about.
Precision service for general aviation
01
Measure the vibrationReal data, not guesswork
02
Make precise adjustmentsFollowing applicable approved methods
03
Verify the improvementDocumented before-and-after readings
More than a smoother ride
Small imbalances can make a big difference.
Even a propeller that looks perfectly fine can produce unwanted vibration while running. That vibration can travel through the engine, mounts, instrument panel, and cabin.
Dynamic balancing measures the installed engine-and-propeller assembly while operating. Our technicians evaluate the readings and, when appropriate, make small balance-weight adjustments to reduce propeller-speed vibration.
The goal isn't simply a better number on a screen. It's a smoother-running aircraft and less unnecessary vibration-related stress on its components.
Less vibration-related stress
Help limit unnecessary stress on mounts, brackets, and exhaust components.
Thoughtful aircraft care
Support a proactive maintenance approach to your engine and airframe.
Measured results
See actual initial and final readings, rather than relying on feel alone.
Real work. Real measurements.
See the difference in the numbers.
Two recent customer aircraft measured with our DynaVibe GX3 equipment. Aircraft registrations and owner details have been removed to protect customer privacy.
Customer aircraft A
93%
Less measured vibration
Measured vibration (IPS)Lower is better
Before
After
Initial 0.28 IPSFinal 0.02 IPS
Customer aircraft B
96%
Less measured vibration
Measured vibration (IPS)Lower is better
Before
After
Initial 0.52 IPSFinal 0.02 IPS
What does IPS mean? Inches per second is the vibration velocity reported by the analyzer. Each example improved to 0.02 IPS. The percentages are calculated from those measurements and are rounded; individual results vary, and these examples are not a guarantee of a particular outcome.
Anonymous DynaVibe report sheets
Customers can review the actual DynaVibe sheets below. Aircraft registration and identifying details have been removed, but the measured readings and balancing results remain intact.
Customer Aircraft A Report
Customer Aircraft B Report
Our approach
Measure. Adjust. Verify.
Dynamic propeller balancing goes beyond the propeller by itself: it evaluates the rotating assembly as installed on your aircraft.
Precision makes the difference.
Our process uses a vibration analyzer to guide adjustments and verify the final result.
- 01
Establish the baseline
With the equipment installed and engine operated under appropriate conditions, we record the initial vibration measurement.
- 02
Adjust the balance
Our technicians determine suitable correction weights and locations in accordance with applicable manufacturer instructions and procedures.
- 03
Confirm the result
We measure again, make further corrections if needed, and record the final reading.
Good times to schedule
When should you balance your propeller?
- After installing a new or overhauled propeller
- After propeller removal or reinstallation
- When investigating unusual vibration
- As part of proactive aircraft maintenance
- When looking for a smoother, more comfortable flight
Propeller balancing pricing
Clear, flat-rate pricing.
Dynamic propeller balancing is offered at a flat rate of $400 to $800, depending on the aircraft's engine configuration:
$400–$800
Flat rate based on engine and spinner bulkhead configuration.
Schedule Your BalanceGood to know
Frequently asked questions.
A few things owners often ask before scheduling a balance.
Is dynamic balancing different from static propeller balancing?
Yes. Static balancing checks a propeller off the aircraft. Dynamic balancing measures vibration with the propeller and engine rotating together while installed on the aircraft.
Does every aircraft need dynamic propeller balancing?
Not necessarily. Many aircraft benefit, particularly after propeller work or if vibration is present, but the service depends on the aircraft, installed equipment, and applicable instructions.
Can balancing eliminate all vibration?
No. Dynamic balancing addresses certain propeller-speed vibration. It cannot correct every source of engine or airframe vibration, which may require separate diagnosis.
How much does the service cost?
Dynamic propeller balancing is a flat-rate service from $400 to $800, based on your aircraft: $400 for Lycoming engines without a spinner bulkhead attached to the starter ring, $600 for Continental engines, and $800 for Cirrus aircraft or Lycoming engines with an attached spinner bulkhead.
Can I see proof of the results?
Yes. We record vibration measurements, and the two anonymous DynaVibe report sheets are shown above. You can view the actual before-and-after readings and click either report to enlarge it, with identifying information removed.
Your next smoother flight starts here
Ready to feel the difference?
Contact Yankee Aviation Services in Plymouth to discuss dynamic propeller balancing for your aircraft.