News, facts, and comments on the coming revolution for piston-engine aircraft.
News of January 29, 2004
SMA Cessna STC
SMA now expects the STC for the Cessna 182 conversion to their SMA 305cc 230HP to be finalized in March 04. They announce a cost for full conversion of the plane of $77,000 including new fiberglass cowling, three-blade composite propeller, single lever power control, new instruments, and labor. SMA is also working on the Piper PA-28 STC.
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