Tobago TB-10
Flight Crew Instrument; Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 30; Flight Crew Total 330; Flight Crew Type 200
Aircraft Equipment Problem Critical
Flight Crew Inflight Shutdown
Aircraft
During the crosswind turn; the airplane began to shake. Three inches of a prop blade broke off on a 2 blade prop. A radio call to CTAF was made; entered a left base; and made successful landing. Shut down engine when runway was made.
Tobago TB-10 pilot reported losing three inches off his prop blade; which caused a vibration. Pilot was in the pattern; so once runway was assured he shut down the engine and a successful landing ensued.