Custom Avionics Because not every aircraft is the same we 3D scan your aircraft Panels are laser engraved to provide the best contrast in colors Durable powder coat panels with different finishes for every unique design Your Dream Panel We understand that every aircraft owner has a unique vision for their dream panel, and we are dedicated to turning those dreams into reality while keeping budgets in mind. In-House Process Our commitment to efficiency is evident in our streamlined process. All our aircraft panels are meticulously designed in-house, fabricated with precision, powder coated for durability, and laser engraved for accuracy. This seamless approach minimizes aircraft downtime, ensuring swift installations and quick returns to the skies. Attention to Detail We excel in intricate aircraft panel design, focusing on precision and personalization. Our attention to detail ensures bespoke solutions, crafting unique panels tailored to individual preferences and needs. Request a Quote First name Last name Email* Phone* Are you an aircraft Owner? Tail Number Aircraft Make / Model: Engine Make /Model Current Equipment Electric Trim Push to talk On Control Yokes TCAS Installed Weather and Traffic Autopilot Equipment you would like to have installed: Equipment you would like to have removed: Please send us a clear image of your panel. Upload Panel Image Add up to 3 files Submit CONTACT US Your Vision ​We build custom panels with your budget in mind. During an engine upgrade most of our customers take advantage of new avionics and an engine monitor to enhance their flying experience. We can complete the design and installation of a panel very efficiently during your engine upgrade since we start with a clean slate. 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG 172 Alpha-Black BG.jpg IMG_4083.JPG IMG_3961.JPG sfefwefwefwef IP-20-02.JPG C180 Instrument Panel By Air Plains.JPG

Cessna 182 260HP 150 ktas Cruise Speed 1065 fpm Climb Rate 650 ft. Take-Off Distance 24,000 ft. Service Ceiling 2,200 hrs TBO 4% Cruise Speed 15% Climb Rate -14% Take-Off Roll 27% Service Ceiling 26% TBO Performance Increase Powerplant Factory new Lycoming IO-540-D4B5 engine equipped with Slick magnetos, wiring harness, spark plugs. New fuel injection system from Lycoming. New logbook and factory warranty. Engine can come from the factory with Electronic Ignition System, if desired. Powerplant IO-540-D4B5 Horsepower 260 HP Max. RPM 2700 RPM TBO 2200 HRS Fuel Consumption 75% Power 12-14 GPH Factory new Lycoming IO-540 engine comes with new starter, Slick Magnetos, wiring harness and spark plugs Optional Electronic Ignition System Fuel Injection System Placard Kit Lycoming Warranty Reuse existing three blade propeller Remark ASI, and tachometer per STC requirements STC Paperwork, Install Instructions & Drawings Complete Kit We provide a very basic kit for the Cessna 182S and 182T engine upgrade. The 260HP engine upgrade is very similar to a typical engine R&R. We provide what is needed to accomplish the installation Propeller All propellers have been matched to provide the best combination of airframe and powerplant thru flight test and vibration analysis. We offer several propeller STCs to make each aircraft unique. Diameter: 77.5 -79 Engine: IO-540 Model: McCauley B3D36C431 /80VSA-1 PROPELLER STCs Fuel Injection Anytime an engine generates more than 260 HP we believe that fuel injection provides the needed even fuel distribution on each cylinder to make your flying worry free. You will achieve more predictable CHTs and EGTs and enjoy a smoother ride with reduced vibration. This minimizes premature component failure. Did we mention 0% carburetor ice issues? Electronic Ignition Our STC upgrade has the option to incorporate the latest technology of the EIS (Electronic Ignition System). Delivered from Lycoming with lighter weight and improved safety that has been field and flight tested. The Lycoming EIS has no moving parts and nearly eliminates scheduled maintenance requirements. Installation With Air Plains there are a few options to get 180 horsepower into your Skyhawk. We do not sell the "STC Paperwork" only because we believe that the kit parts that we offer with the engine upgrade is the "secret sauce" to a complete, safe and successful installation. We have added several more parts over the 45 years with our continual engineering. Our goal is to make the installer's job as easy as possible. Installation instructions and blueprints safeguard the procedures and standards for installation and maintenance of your new engine... no matter where you choose to have it installed. Did you know that in the state of Kansas there is no sales tax on aircraft maintenance or modification? ​​​ CONTACT US Option 1 Install at Air Plains Purchase Complete Kit Engine Provided Installed at our Facilities One flat fee Use our Know-How 2 to 3 weeks Turn Time Option 2 Install at your FBO Purchase Complete Kit Installed by your mechanic Complete Hardware Instructions and Drawings Tech Support provided Customer Focus Besides customer satisfaction, one of our main goals is to provide continual airworthiness for your aircraft. We are never done adding more features to the upgrade kit. This is why we fabricate our FAA-PMA parts in-house. We are able to reduce cost significantly to save you more money and provide a product that meets our kit quality standards. We are here to provide future support in your maintenance. Visit our online store to find STC products and FAA-PMA parts. BUY PARTS $314 $940 OEM Vs. Air Plains $1,295 $11,935 $976 $324 $372 $264 We offer several products that will enhance your aircraft and add more pleasure to your flying. During an engine upgrade we are able to install other products and accessories efficiently since we start with a clean slate. Accessories Electronic Ignition Engine Monitor Aircraft Interior Engine Pre-Heater Avionics Upgrades Auxiliary Tanks Fly above the terrain and get there faster Take advantage of true airspeed at altitude Climb to new heights and find the tailwind ORDER NOW Plain Simple Need a performance overhaul? We provide the most simple recipe for an additional 30 horsepower in your Cessna 182 S and T models. It is only a 3 page installation manual, with zero airframe modifications and no reduction in useful load. You will experience a new way to fly your aircraft. Fly at 20 In. Hg. and set a comfortable cruise 2400 RPM 150 KTAS Develop more power at altitude 12.6 GPH Rich of peak operation at 10,500 feet 20 In. Hg. Manifold Pressure Propeller Speed 2400 RPM True Airspeed 150 KTAS 12.6 GPH Fuel Consumption Speed We can guarantee you will be a lot closer to the yellow arc of your airspeed indicator. CONTACT US

Cessna 180 300 HP 158 ktas Cruise Speed 1650 fpm Climb Rate 420 ft. Take-Off Distance 24,000 ft. Service Ceiling 1900 hrs TBO 9% Cruise Speed 51% Climb Rate -33% Take-Off Roll 22% Service Ceiling 26% TBO Performance Increase Fuel reservoir tank, accessories and installation hardware Fuel Pump McCauley three blade propeller and assembly or Hartzell Scimitar three blade propeller Polished spinner assembly Engine isolator mounts with bolts Manifold pressure/fuel flow gauge Throttle mixture cable assemblies Check valve All new fuel and oil lines and scat-hoses Baffle mod components New prop governor Placards Hardware, switches and clamp kit STC Authorization, Drawings, and Installation Instructions Optional: New Seaplane West engine mount Complete Kit We provide an all-encompassing kit during the upgrade. We like to call it a NEW firewall forward upgrade. Our goal is to provide all the hardware needed to complete the installation with ease. Fly above the terrain and get there faster Take advantage of true airspeed at altitude Climb to new heights and find the tailwind ORDER NOW Adventures If you are the lucky owner of a Cessna 180 you know you are special. You have it all. A capable airplane that can play well in the dirt with other taildraggers and still take you to the big airports without holding the traffic behind you. With a 300 HP fuel injected IO-550 we promise that it will be even better. Powerplant IO-550-D IO-520-D Horsepower 300 HP 300 HP Max. RPM 2700 RPM 2850 RPM* Compres. Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1 Fuel Consumption 75% Power 17-18 GPH 15-16 GPH Powerplant Factory rebuilt, zero time Continental IO-550-D engine equipped with Bendix Mags, wiring harness, spark plugs, non-congealing oil cooler, fuel injection , high capacity oil pump with integral oil filter adapter. New logbook and factory warranty. Why fuel injection? Anytime an engine generates more than 260 HP we believe that fuel injection provides the needed even fuel distribution on each cylinder to make your flying worry free. You will achieve more predictable CHTs and EGTs and enjoy a smoother ride with reduced vibration. This minimizes premature component failure. Did we mention 0% carburetor ice issues? We offer several products that will enhance your aircraft and add more pleasure to your flying. During an engine upgrade we are able to install other products and accessories efficiently since we start with a clean slate. Accessories Electronic Ignition Engine Monitor Aircraft Interior Engine Pre-Heater Avionics Upgrades Auxiliary Tanks Installation With Air Plains there are a few options to get 180 horsepower into your Skyhawk. We do not sell the "STC Paperwork" only because we believe that the kit parts that we offer with the engine upgrade is the "secret sauce" to a complete, safe and successful installation. We have added several more parts over the 40 years with our continual engineering. Our goal is to make the installer's job as easy as possible. Installation instructions and blueprints safeguard the procedures and standards for installation and maintenance of your new engine... no matter where you choose to have it installed. Did you know that in the state of Kansas there is no sales tax on aircraft maintenance or modification? ​​​ SUPPORT Option 1 Install at Air Plains Purchase Complete Kit Engine Provided Installed at our Facilities One flat fee Use our Know-How 2 to 3 weeks Turn Time Option 2 Install at your FBO Purchase Complete Kit Installed by your mechanic Complete Hardware Instructions and Drawings Tech Support provided Customer Focus Besides customer satisfaction, one of our main goals is to provide continual airworthiness for your aircraft. We are never done adding more features to the upgrade kit. This is why we fabricate our FAA-PMA parts in-house. We are able to reduce cost significantly to save you more money and provide a product that meets our kit quality standards. We are here to provide future support in your maintenance. Visit our online store to find STC products and FAA-PMA parts. BUY PARTS $314 $940 OEM Vs. Air Plains $1,295 $11,935 $976 $324 $372 $264 ORDER NOW On Water If you seek more adventures in the water we provide a few options to prepare your aircraft for floats or anphibs. Additional power will enable you to explore other uncharted territories and launch your airplane off the water much faster. Propeller All propellers have been matched to provide the best combination of airframe and powerplant thru flight test and vibration analysis. We offer several propeller STCs to make each aircraft unique. Diameter: 80-88 Engines: IO-520 IO-550 Model: McCauley Blackmac D3A34C401 /90DFA Diameter: 80 Engine: - IO-550 Model: Hartzell Trailblazer PHC-L3Y1F-1N /NG8301-5 PROPELLER STCs

Following installation of a new three blade McCauley propeller it is common to see some leakage from the blade seal. Models affected include All C200, C300, C400, and C500 oil filled propellers. This includes the McCauley 'Blackmac' 401 propeller that Air Plains Services sells and holds a number of STCs for. Service information is to be added to appropriate McCauley Service Manual until next manual revision is issued. Service manuals affected include 701115, 761001, 780630, 810915. Please use link below to download the complete three page document. Please note this article serves as a basic summary and does not in any way replace the complete approved document. In summary McCauley states the following when checking/correcting leaking propeller: Clean the blade of all traces of oil and dirt using a cloth dampened with mineral spirits. Run engine and cylce propeller at least five times. Inspect blade for continued oil leakage and clean if necessary per step 1. Repeate step 2. Inspect blade. Leaking should be tapering off or completely stopped. If leaking has stopped no further action is needed. If leaking has decreased, continue operation for up to 20 hours. If leaking continues after 20 hours, propeller must be removed from aircraft and sent to an approved propeller shop for repair. Click below to download the complete document: For more product information, visit us at www.airplains.com Call: 800-752-8481 or (outside the U.S.) +1-620-326-8904 Email: sales@airplains.com

WELLINGTON, KS (April 2, 2024) – Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, has been named an authorized dealer for Garmin® International avionics components and systems. “We’re thrilled to be able to offer our customers access to Garmin products as an authorized dealer,” said Katie Church, Air Plains president. “Whatever the project – a total engine and avionics upgrade or simply a panel upgrade – we can now supply a cost-effective solution as part of our one-stop-shop capability. “More and more often, our customers are coming to us with requirements that reach beyond an engine upgrade, whether they are private owners or fleet operators,” Church added. “They see this as an opportunity to completely transform an older Cessna into an aircraft that continues to meet 21st century flight operations. As a Garmin dealer, we can better meet their requirements at a greater overall value.” Garmin is one of the best-known suppliers of general aviation avionics and offers a full range of products, including navigation and communication components, sensors, transponders, weather and traffic systems, and engine monitors. In addition to its widening range of avionics, Air Plains offers the added benefit of custom powder-coated and laser-engraved avionics panels designed and produced in-house on CNC machines specifically to the customer’s preferred layout. “When a customer chooses to upgrade the avionics and engine at the same time, we’re able to offer a package price that takes into account the synergy of labor hours required for both,” Church said. “That can translate to a significant cost savings.” Air Plains plans to host an event in Wellington, Kansas, this summer with Garmin technical experts on hand to answer customer questions. More information will be shared in the coming weeks. For more information about Garmin avionics or any of Air Plains other products or services, call 1-800-752-8481 or +1-620-326-8904, or visit www.airplains.com. For online shopping, visit the Air Plains web store at https://shopairplains.com.

WELLINGTON, KS (April 2, 2024) – Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, confirmed today its customers, or prospective customers, with a Cessna 182 P or Q model with the 300hp engine upgrade are eligible for the Trolltune Fresh Pick gross weight increase STC. The GWI STC adds 150-160 pounds of useful load with no modification to the aircraft and can be added both with new orders and for existing customers. The STC can be purchased through Air Plains and is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Transport Canada. The STC covers some 3,600 airframes produced by Cessna in the U.S. as well as Cessna 182s produced under license in Reims, France. “Air Plains Services been installing the Fresh Pick STC for many customers over the last 14-plus years,” said Katie Church, Air Plains president. “The added take-off weight helps tremendously since the engine we are installing, the IO-550, is heavier than the original O-470. Many customers have found it very useful and, at only $750 plus filing paperwork, a ‘no brainer’ upgrade to add at the time of the Air Plains 300HP engine installation.” The STC was developed by California engineer Tom Storli in response to a requirement for extra loiter time for a small fleet of special mission 182Qs. Following an extensive development and flight test program, the STC was approved by the FAA in 2008. STC details and an extensive FAQ are available at the Trolltune website:  https://stc182.com/. “Most of our customers use the extra payload for fuel, which can more than 260 nautical miles and more than 2 hours of flight time,” said Jennifer Storli Getz, Trolltune vice president. “We also see it used by sky diving companies to add extra jumpers. The sky is the limit for what you can do with the added capability.” For more information about the Trolltune Fresh Pick gross weight increase STC for Cessna 182P and 182Q models, or any of Air Plains other products or services, call 1-800-752-8481 or +1-620-326-8904, or visit www.airplains.com. For online shopping, visit the Air Plains web store at https://shopairplains.com.