85 items found for ""
Pages (17)
- ACCESSORIES | Air Plains
1 2 3 4 5 6 1530 ºF 900 460 ºF 200 Engine Data Monitor Monitoring the health of your engine is crucial after a big investment on your powerplant. We recommend that our customers should take advantage of an electronic engine monitor during an upgrade. Because the engine is removed from the aircraft, we are able to reduce the installation time and carefully mount components on the engine when it is on the engine stand. Ask about our available discount packages during your engine upgrade. AVIONICS Reliability Performance Starts EIS reduces the scheduling headaches and downtime by providing operators with a 2,400 hour operating service time. More consistent spark energy with higher accuracy. 2 Lbs. lighter than a Bendix magneto Minimize wear and tear on starters and electrical systems with controlled timing at TDC below 400 RPM. Utilizes solid-state electronics eliminating the need to disassemble the SIM and introducing maintenance related failure. Safety Electronic Ignition +215 miles 608 miles +285 miles 485 miles Cessna 182 Cessna 172 Find the best $ deal for you next fuel stop Avoid the weather and fly over the top Spend less time on the ground and more in the air Aux. Fuel Tank Increase the range of your aircraft with wing tip tanks from Flint Aero Inc. Carrying more fuel will enable you to deviate from weather, make your trip with less delays and plan a better route to find the cheap fuel. Most customers leave our shop with extra 23 gallons of fuel on their wing because it is a no brainer. Add another 2.5 hours of fuel to complete your mission. GAMI Injectors GAMI injectors are designed to deliver the specific fuel amount to each cylinder that will compensate for the fuel and air imbalance inherent in the fundamental design of the engine fuel/air system. Turbine Smooth On our 300HP upgrades we offer the ability to modify and reuse your existing engine mount or you can opt to install the Seaplanes West/Acorn Welding engine mount to enhance your ride experience. Engine Pre-heater Protect your valuable investment from a cold awakening. In less than a minute, a single cold start without proper preheating can produce more wear on your piston engine than 500 hours of normal cruise operation. New Interior We can all agree that there’s nothing better than the fresh smell of a new interior in your aircraft.
- MAINTENANCE | Air Plains
Maintenance MNYR085K PQ3524CE Certified Repair Station FAA-PMA Our Legacy Mike Kelley started doing aircraft maintenance in 1977 in a hangar on Wellington’s municipal airport, hanging out his shingle as Air Plains Services , a nod to both the Great Plains of southcentral Kansas and the region’s reputation for aviation. Just a few miles north is Wichita, home to aviation legends Clyde Cessna, Walter Beech and Lloyd Stearman and known today as the Air Capital of the World. It wasn’t long, though, before Kelley and his wife, Carolyn, turned a passion for flying and for innovation into an industry leader as an airplane transformer, turning legacy Cessna pistons into power singles with STCs for Extreme Performance engine upgrades. Forty-five years later, the company still ranks as the leader in engine upgrade STCs and has added a wide range of avionics upgrades, propeller STCs, PMA parts, specialty manufacturing, interiors, and, of course, full aircraft maintenance. CONTACT US Avionics Installation Most customers chose to upgrade their avionics while they are in our shop. We have the capability to design and fabricate all of our aircraft panels in-house. Air Plains can perform 24 month altimeter and transponder certification per FAR 91.411 and 91.413. We can provide VFR and IFR Certifications. Part 145 Repair Station Our expertise is listening to the customer and applying our know-how. We perform maintenance, STC upgrades and modifications on single engine Cessna aircraft. Unlike traditional shops, we understand the importance of the small details and continual airworthiness. Custom Fabrication Besides producing parts for our STCs under our FAA-PMA Quality Control, we are able to help with Owner/Operator produced parts under FAR 21.303(b)2 and to meet requirements for the numerous items not found via the OEM Aircraft Upgrades Customers that choose to have an engine installation at our facilities take advantage of other upgrades that we offer to create their ultimate flying machine. Here to serve you We strive to provide great service and keep the customer informed during maintenance. We provide General Aircraft Maintenance including Annual and 100 Hour Inspections. Preventive Maintenance Engine upgrades is our business and we take it seriously. Preventive maintenance helps us keep your aircraft on tip- top shape and minimize unwanted surprises. Open Line of communication Estimates for each task Inspections and repairs to exceed expectations Design and fabrication of custom parts
- Cessna 182 260HP | Air Plains
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
Articles (67)
- Engine Priming System
3 Point Primer Kit optional for installation with Air Plains 180HP engine upgrade, STC SA4428SW. If your geographical location is primarily cold weather adding two priming nozzles will ease the starting procedure. Adding two priming nozzles has proven a smoother start. Air Plains collaborated with Lycoming to provide a custom primer line kit for Air Plains new and existing customers. If you have an Air Plains 172-180hp that was done prior to 2021 it is very likely the original primer system was reinstalled with the new engine. While the previous process works just fine, Air Plains has added an option to the upgrade kit to now offer a three point primer kit. If you have an existing Air Plains 172-180hp installation you very likely have the single priming system that is original to the aircraft. The standard installation reuses the existing primer lines and reinstalls on the new engine. Increase the chances of starting your engine during the first revolution with the three point primer system installed. Part Number: 172-180-3P Primer Installation manual available for download For more information, visit us at www.airplains.com Call: 800-752-8481 or (outside the U.S.) +1-620-326-8904 Email: sales@airplains.com
- Air Plains expands line of PMA adjustable airbox brackets for the Cessna 172M
Once again, you ask and we respond. The success of our original PMA Cessna 172 adjustable airbox bracket led us to develop a second PMA adjustable airbox bracket that improves the life of both the bracket and airbox. Over more than 45 years in business, we've replaced or repaired hundreds of airboxes and airbox brackets and the shortcomings of OEM parts became apparent to us. That led us to develop our own PMA boxes and brackets that address those shortcomings, resulting in parts that last much longer while costing much less. The most glaring issue with OEM brackets is the variability in unit height - as much as one-quarter inch from bracket to bracket. This can result in a poor fit of the bracket and airbox to the engine. Combine that with common engine vibration and stress on the metal parts increases. Over time, the components can crack. We solved that with two adjustable locations that compensate for any misalignment of the installed components. With the adjustable bracket, you're assured of a perfect fit that reduces stress on the components, increasing the life of the assembly. This variant of this particular bracket also provides a second adjustable piece where the bracket connects with the existing baffles. We also made the top section of the bracket from Chromoly steel, improving strength where it matters most. Chromoly steel differs from other types of steel in its higher tensile strength so it can withstand greater forces without breaking or deforming. It also has better corrosion resistance, making it ideal for applications exposed to harsh environments or moisture. The new Air Plains bracket (APS0555216-16) replaces part number 0555216-16 and is approved for Cessna 172M Serial Number range: 17261899-17267584 and F172Ms (F17201035-F17201514 - produced under license by Reims Aviation in France). The new bracket is available now for online purchase. Air Plains introduced its first PMA adjustable airbox bracket in 2022 and is approved for certain Cessna 172L and 172M models as well as for all 172B through 172M models upgraded with the Air Plains 180hp Lycoming O-360 engine upgrade (STC SA4428SW). Air Plains bracket part number APS0552120-2 replaces either 0552120-2 or 0552120-1 and fits all approved models. Speaking of improved PMA/STC airboxes, Air Plains produced its own line of airboxes for Cessna 172s, 180s, 182s and 188s. As with our line of brackets, we made improvements where we found deficiencies in OEM products including structural adhesive reinforcements in areas of high stress, hardened control arms with a thicker cross-section, and oil-impregnated bronze bushings replacing needle bearings that reduce wear and eliminate the possibility of detached needles being ingested into the engine. Our online store also features PMA airbox collars, gaskets and more. For more information about any of Air Plains' products or services, call 1-800-752-8481 or +1-620-326-8904, or send us an email: sales@airplains.com
- Air Plains Open House May 30th - Meet our new Garmin® rep
We're excited to join the Garmin® family as a new Authorized Dealer, and we're celebrating with an Open House on Thursday, May 30th, at our facility at Wellington (Kansas) Municipal Airport (KEGT), featuring our new Garmin representative to get you up to speed on all the latest in General Aviation avionics. Most of you know we've been adding new products in recent years, complementing our industry-leading range of high-performance engine upgrades and helping us become the one-stop shop for all your aircraft needs. We've been serving General Aviation customers around the world for 47 years, and joining the Garmin family is our latest response to your requests for additional avionics options. As an added incentive to update your cockpit with advanced Garmin products, we're offering a brand-new, custom-made panel to the first five customers at no charge*. All our panels are designed and fabricated in-house, powder-coated, and laser-etched to your specifications. There are only a limited number of spots available, so RSVP early. "With the addition of Garmin products to our lineup, we can round out your airplane upgrade project regardless of requirement or budget," said Katie Church, Air Plains president. "Combining an avionics upgrade with an engine upgrade means you take advantage of lower overall labor costs and reduced downtime." Our Open House kicks off at 10 am and we'll feed you while you're here. Join us for this special event, learn about the latest Garmin products and chat with us about all our engine upgrades, avionics packages, PMA spare parts and more. Ample airplane parking next to our facility is available. See you then. * Call for details For more information, visit us at www.airplains.com Call: 800-752-8481 or (outside the U.S.) +1-620-326-8904 Email: sales@airplains.com