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  • Cessna 180 300HP | Air Plains

    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

  • Cessna R182 300HP | Air Plains

    Cessna R182 300HP 167 kts Cruise Speed 1,450fpm Climb Rate 680 ft. Take-Off Distance 24,000 ft. Service Ceiling 2200 hrs TBO 17% Cruise Speed 68% Climb Rate -33% Take-Off Roll 27% Service Ceiling 26% TBO Performance Increase Powerplant Are you ready for fuel injection? In this STC we offer a factory new IO-540-K1G5 engine capable of producing 300HP . This upgrade also solves the issue of the single housed magneto that is on your old engine. Powerplant IO-540-K1G5 Horsepower 300 HP Max. RPM 2700 RPM TBO 2200 HRS Fuel Consumption 75% Power 15-17 GPH Factory new Lycoming Engine McCauley three blade propeller Polished spinner assembly New Engine isolator mounts with bolts Manifold pressure/fuel flow gauge Throttle mixture cable assemblies All new fuel, oil lines and scat-hoses Baffle mod components New prop governor Placards Hardware, switches and clamp kit STC Authorization, Drawings, and Installation Instructions New Oil Cooler New Starter New Alternator Modification of existing exhaust system Modification of existing engine mount Battery relocated to tail-cone 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. 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 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 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? Dual Magneto Our STC upgrade addresses one of the most critical design challenges of your current engine - The single housed magneto . Some of the issues are cams loosening, impulse couplings failing and magneto movement. All these failure modes result in either a drastic reduction of power or complete failure of the engine. 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 NOT READY FOR 300HP? Try our 260 HP upgrade instead on the R182 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

  • Cessna 172R 180HP | Air Plains

    Cessna 172R 180 HP 123 ktas Cruise Speed 900 fpm Climb Rate 780 ft. Take-Off Distance 17,000 ft. Service Ceiling 2200 hrs TBO 2550 lbs Gross Weight Fly above the terrain and get there faster Carry an additional 250 lbs. of payload and pack all your gear Climb to new heights and find the tailwind ORDER NOW Be Unique Congratulations! You own the most popular aircraft ever built. We believe that we have created the ultimate upgrade kit that gives your Cessna 172 more versatility and makes it a true 4 seater . Flying in high density altitude days and adding the capability to carry additional payload are just a few benefits that enhances your flying and adds additional safety . Give your legacy airframe the upgrade it needs to set you apart. You will enjoy a new experience. Fly at 20 In. Hg. and set a comfortable cruise 2570 RPM 138 MPH Develop more power at altitude and cruise along 8.4 GPH Rich of peak operation at 9,500 feet 20 In. Hg. Manifold Pressure Propeller Speed 2570 RPM True Airspeed 138 MPH 8.4 GPH True Airspeed Performance Upgrade your aircraft with our 180 Horsepower engine and experience a whole new level of performance. With better cruise speeds and rate of climb, you'll be amazed at the difference. . CONTACT US Manufacturer McCauley 1A170E Engine Model -L2A Propeller Model /JHA-7660* Diameter 75-76 Pitch Range 60 Blades 2 * JHA is only available on STC SA10406SC ​ Propeller The secret sauce of this conversion is the replacement of the 1C235/LFA7570 propeller with the 1A170E/JHA7660*. The new propeller allows the engine to go from 2400RPM to 2700RPM, therefore making additional horsepower. Gross Weight Expand your envelope. One of the best benefits of our upgrade is the ability to carry additional weight on your flights. It adds flexibility on your range planning and an additional safety margin. Models D thru L +200 Lbs Models M thru P +250 Lbs Model R +100 Lbs Need a bigger envelope? Tachometer Re-Mark We provide an option to use a new tachometer or re-mark the existing tachometer to change from 2400 RPM to 2700 RPM. Airspeed Indicator Re-Mark There are some small changes to the airspeed indicator markings. We offer the option to install a new indicator or re-mark the existing one. Fuel Flow Gauge Re-Mark Fuel Flow gauge can be replaced or re-marked to accommodate the change of the green arc. New McCauley Propeller A new propeller is the secret sauce of this upgrade. It will enable the engine to develop 2700RPM, thus producing 180 HP. Six Ply Tires Because of the additional gross weight increase of 100 Lbs, there is a new requirement to use 6.00 X 6.0, 6 Ply tires. Included Paperwork We supply the needed hardware, installation instructions, Instructions for continued airworthiness and STC Authorization Simple 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. 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 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 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

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  • Air Plains Services Acquires Petersen Aviation

    Air Plains Services, a world leader in General Aviation engine and avionics upgrades, announced today it has acquired Petersen Aviation of Minden, Nebraska. Petersen developed Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) that allow general aviation aircraft owners to use less expensive, unleaded auto fuel instead of 100LL avgas. Petersen owned STCs for 48 engine types powering more than 100 airframes around the world, all of which now transfer to Air Plains. “We’ve been working with Todd Petersen for more than 10 years and we’re so excited he has entrusted us to continue his family’s legacy of innovation and customer service through this acquisition,” said Air Plans President Katie Church. “Todd developed our Inpulse anti-detonation injection STC for high-horsepower engines to burn auto fuel so we now offer the full range of auto fuel STCs for the industry.” For the immediate future, Air Plains will continue to sell the STCs through the Petersen website as well as by contacting Air Plains. Contact Air Plains  or order through Petersen’s website .

  • 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

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    May 30, 2024 | 3:00 PM
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