Because it fits in the same cowling with virtually no changes, the only penalty is increased fuel flow and a slight weight increase. 1959 Cessna 172 Skyhawk AirplaneN228NY180 h.p. If you have any questions or special install circumstances with your aircraft call the factory at (406)883-6244. This listing was posted on Oct 17, 2019. Cessna 185 models GTOW 3,525 lbs. Cessna 180 tested at 3,194 lbs. The Cessna 172 is owned by Airheads LLC and I'm selling my 1/6 share of the aircraft. Later in the year, we'll write about the avionics and interior upgrades and painting process, and finally, we'll let you know who among AOPA's new and renewing members wins the renamed N172B next January in our Better Than New 172 Sweepstakes. His book says he refused to fly one after that. STC? This takes many hours. . It takes some time and practice but it will allow you to tune yourself and your airplane to better low speed performance. The Horton STOL Conversion will give the advantage of taking-off and landing at a slower speed, the ability to get out of grass strips easier, obtain better performance at high altitudes, with better aileron control at low speeds, reduce the tendency to spin and reduce the stall speed. * The Canadian STC is accepted in most countries exept the USA , please check with your local aviation authority, we expect FAA approval in the near future. Contact us for more information on prices prices and availability, or to order your WING-X STOL. Per the supplier: Yes, Micro VGs are STC approved for Cessna 172L. Major rebuild from just a data plate? List of WING-X STOL installers "Our main use is on floats in the summer," Pearse said. Description. Image Gallery Actual pictures of WING-X STOL-equipped aircraft, wing testing. When you buy the Sportsman the aileron gap seals are part of the kit. in the useful load and a newly certified GTOW of 3,525 lbs. Unless the A/C also has a Robertson installed. I have another idea for you. The designs and construction methods of general aviation airplanes really are fairly efficient considering the demand that airframes be light, strong, durable, and easy to maintain. . Photo is just for attention. Ad id: 802189362076519. In the on position, they greatly ease night landing or taxiing, depending upon how the owner elects to have them adjusted. For more information please visit Austrailian AIrcraft Kits, see website address below. Buy an already 0-360 converted 172 or an early 182..or as said, learn to fly the 172 in stock trim well. But, in truth, we're quite unfair in such thinking. For a list of parts included see :Bill of Materials, Call us at 1-800-835-2051 / 620-326-2241 Shuttling the airplane from Wellington to the avionics and interior shops in Cincinnati, the only flights we've made since the modification work began, we did observe significantly improved runway performance and decreased stall speeds. 1988 Cruiser Yachts 3380 2 bedroom cabin cruiser . They do make a . Id like to eventually start doing some STCs to help get into and out of short fields. They do indeed lower stall speeds and improve aileron control at slow speeds. He thought there was enough difference to make that swap worth his time. Sportsman STOL leading edge kit dramatically increases the efficiency of the Cessna wing and enhances aircraft performance and safety. Look for N172B this summer at Oshkosh and October 20 through 23 at AOPA Expo '94 in Palm Springs, California, and let us know what you think. 172. The other primary airframe difference between the two was that my horizontal stabilizer was 10" shorter, which would also mean less drag. The list includes virtually all the Cessna singles and the 337 Skymaster and many of the "Hershey-bar-wing" Piper PA-28s and even the Grumman AA-1. I installed the Sportsman this winter. Do a search on "flap gap seals fowler" (click the button. In fact, we found it difficult to land the airplane. Airliners.net is the leading community for discovering and sharing high-quality aviation photography. Why not put a lift indicator on your bird and learn to fly it as slow as possible safely? Read about other great products for your Cessna. In the end, we believe the airframe enhancements, when combined with the larger engine and the many improvements we're installing inside the airplane, will indeed show that it's possible to provide new levels of safety and comfort to the existing fleet. Even with power off you retain confident control with reduced risk of stalling. The air "leaks" through the space between the ailerons and the fixed position of the wing. I took a friend who owns a 52 B in there recently and he commented that there was no way his plane could operate out of there. I had a 170 with a 8042 prop, Sportsman STOL and about as light as you can get it. Cessna took a similar tack and, beginning with the 172M in 1973, modified the stock wing to include such a cuff. The Horton STOL kit was also mentioned by Cessna pilots. I love how a guy asks about some STOL mods on a fairly affordable airplane and the recommendations flood in to spend about $60K and hang a 180hp motor on it. Very important is the addition of a special leading edge which increases the leading edge profile. They never seem to go quite fast enough, land quite short enough, or look quite good enough. Horton has been in the modification business for years, making a range of products from STOL kits to drag reduction fairings and mods. The Horton STOL Conversion will give the advantage of taking-off and landing at a slower speed, the ability to get out of grass strips easier, obtain better performance at high altitudes, with better aileron control at low speeds, reduce the tendency to spin and reduce the stall speed. Source: www.aircraftkits.com.au. (At the peak of production in 1966, Cessna . I don't recall seeing stall fences on top. Discussion in 'Avionics and Upgrades' started by JaGuar, Sep 6, 2021. horton@sutv.com. The package adds about 17 pounds to the empty weight. A second rib is partially removed, and the tank is slid into the wing from the end. We had a passenger. cleaning out the hanger. This airplane is of STOL type, meaning "Short Take-Off and Landing". There is an 800 ft long ultralite field nearby that I visit regularly. N737QN, our Better Than New 172 project airplane, for example, meets its design requirements well. They also increase the wing area and decrease the stall speed. The Airplane of the Week this week is the Cessna 182 Skylane, in particular, one with the Cessna 182 STOL kit. . Aviation Tools & Pilot Supplies: 2023 Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Aircraft Maintenance: Digging deep for a poisonous gas leak, News From HQ: Spring Into the Flying Season. Ive had the pleasure to fly a 172 with an o-360, constant speed, sportsman and wing extensions installed. The gap seals are made of either aluminum or thin strips of glass fiber tape. Text or call, no email due to spammers. I think you should consider the Sportsman stol kit. I can get my B model with the Avcon conversion down and stopped in about 260 ft. which is 100 ft. shorter than before the Sportsman. The pilot had never flown a plane with the stall kit. The performances of different airplanes within the same model can vary by as much as 10 percent based simply on pilot capability, aircraft rigging, and engine and propeller efficiency. When flown properly and rigged correctly.proper use of rudders with Horton kit will . Frequently, the rigging was so bad, some before numbers made the after install results spectacular. Over the past 18 years, Horton has developed STOL kits for dozens of models of Cessnas and Pipers. Great advice from the others. Thats probably why no one brought them up. 421 N West Road See where you can get your WING-X STOL installed. . We are NOT liable for any damage to your aircraft or injury incurred as a result of following our tips, advice or instructions. I have some experience with a STOL kitted Cessna and I can't say that the performance was worth the money spent. They do make a difference, but nothing replaces horsepower to shorten Takeoff run and increase climb rate. The rivets supplied aren't what you need. List of WING-X STOL distributors Please consult official publications for current and correct information. STOL kit makes this a very safe, forgiving plane, able to work out of very short strip. 172 Issue 3 Page 1 of 15 2020.10.22 Air Research Technology Inc. 3440 McCarthy St. Montreal, Quebec Canada H4K 2P5 Tel. The HORTON STOL-CRAFT stall fence controls the stall span wise progression and therefore maintains longer aileron effectiveness through higher angles of attack. Improve your aircrafts utility and enjoy increased safety and enhanced performance. Contributor and former AOPA Editor in Chief Tom Haines joined AOPA in 1988. Youll get off the ground and back, shorter, faster, safer, with the original R/STOL High Lift System. Locate your regional WING-X STOL distributor. Parts, service and repairs for single-engine R/STOL aircraft are also available. Cessna 185 tested at 3,600 lbs.Cessna 206 tested at 3,800 lbs. Stall Fences Yes, there was some marginal reduction in stall speed but that was about it. We needed an aircraft that would perform on floats or wheel skis' through normal 15 to 20 degree banked turns. Canadian STC approved * for all Cessna 170 , 172 , 175 series. No Issues, No Corrosion. No Issues, No Corrosion. I have read claims of 3-4 knots lower stall speed. It floated far down the runway when we approached at normal 172 speeds. Serious inquiries only. It appears that your cart is currently empty! My previous tailwheel 172 had a Bush STOL kit that significantly improved control at low speeds. I first contacted the company back in 1999 and Horton sent along a reprint of a 1991 Aviation Consumer article that reported a speed increase of 14 knots following the Flight Bonus installation on a 1968 Skylane. See this Video on YouTube! . * Flight Test performance averages are based on pilot technique as demonstrated on various aircraft models and configurations. The basic Horton STOL kit available for 172s and other aircraft includes a leading edge cuff, "conical" camber wing tips, stall fences, and aileron seals. Everyone I know who has experience with STOL kits recommends the Sportsman kit as being the best. I have the Horton kit on our '55 170B and it will also indicate 0 in slowflight with aileron control. Cessna wing tips with landing light kit. 172, 172A THRU 172L 175, 175A THRU 175C, P175D R172E THRU R172J 180, 180A THRU 180N . Installation costs about equal the parts prices. Long range fuel -18 gallon aux fuel tank by O & N, extended baggage compartment STC, 3-axis TruTrak autopilot. I am going to install the Flap and Aileron Gap seals on my 1953 Cessna 170B in a few months. (of course he gets to sign his own work so is not a big deal). Getting about ready to start dropping trees to put in my 900' strip. Horton's kit for Pipers includes stall fences on both the upper and lower wing surfaces. Precise Flight, Incorporated, Post Office Box 7168, Bend, Oregon 97708; 800/547-2558. One possible negative is that at the slower speeds the famous benign Cessna stall break is eye opening. In the May issue, we wrote about the engine upgrade process that replaced the original Lycoming 160-horsepower O-320 engine with a 180-hp O-360. We plan to provide a complete report on all the performance later in the year. All Cessna models 180, 182 GTOW 2,950 lbs. Some information displayed may not be accurate or current and should not be considered valid for navigation, flight planning, or for use in flight. RMD Aircraft Lighting, Incorporated, 3648 S.E. Cessna 170, 172, 175 from 50 to 125 lbs. Everything from the Goodyear blimp to the Zeppelin, Night Photos Horton charges $999 for the Piper kits and $845 for installation. Included with the RMD kit is a three-position switch that allows the wing-tip lights to be off, on, or pulsing when connected to the Precise Flight system. Increase gross takeoff weight**. I have the full STOL kit on my 1956 172. I have a 54 B model with the Horton STOL kit. RMD's list price for 172s is $1,095. Cessna 172 Horton STOL Kit Installation - FunPlacesToFly.com. Price: $18,500.00. Cessna 172 Horton STOL Kit. Attention Cessna 172 Club Members! If you decide to fly your aircraft into one of the locations listed, you do so at your own risk. Wing Foil Modification The Sportsman STOL increasing the wing area claims to do a lot more. That's probably why no one brought them up. The most popular STOL kit with 180/185 forum participants is the Sportsman wing cuff mod. Obviously building more time with good training is my priority. Not readily visible in a complete conversion, but very important are the control surface seals, also known as gap seals. Thanks for your suggestions. Every type from fighters to helicopters from air forces around the globe, Classic Airliners Get extra lift from AOPA. First time aircraft owner: '26C A gleaming Cessna 170B with 180 horsepower: the perfect mechanical bird. Moderators: richierich, ua900, PanAm_DC10, hOMSaR, Military Aircraft In the case of the 172, the tanks add 24 gallons to the stock 40-gallon capacity; about a half-gallon per tank is unusable. At the CPA Rigging class my 172 was used for the early model sample plane. Wing cuff? I have the full STOL kit on my 1956 172. Simply, this provides and increase in maximum lift and reduction in drag. Copyright 2023 Backcountry Pilot. p.p.s This aircraft is also equipped with 180 horses' of pure Lycoming, so if the STOL performance I observed was not a fluke, she's going to be one bad-ass bird for my Alaska bush flying! 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"We do a lot of low level tracking of radio tagged animals and fish. approved on wheels, floats and skis as well as providing enhanced performance throughout the flight envelope. Our kit for the Cessna 180, 182 and 185 has a specially engineered "Wing Reinforcement", and when attached along the main spar this modification increases the overall strength of the wing and gives you a dramatic gross weight increase. I have not ordered them as of yet. It still takes me at least 100 ft more to takeoff than land though. All C-180 and C-182 owners will benefit with a GTOW of 2,950 lbs. Cessna 180 tested at . Installation and performance questions answered. This year, we opted to also include a Precise Flight Pulselite system. I have installed over 20 on 172's and 182's.We always did before and after testing. Similar tanks for some models of 206s and 207s and the 210D through F add from 28 to 30 gallons and about 36 inches to the wingspan. Start your free trial today! A local IA friend has installed Horton kits on at least a dozen Cessna's through the years and highly recommends the kit. Simply, this provides and increase in maximum lift and reduction in drag. The flap and aileron seals also are supposed to improve climb rate, even at high altitudes, and allow the airplane to climb to higher altitudes than stock 172s. approved on wheels, skis, amphibs and straight floats. Im surprised no one has mentioned the wing extensions. FAA approved for early model 150, 152, 172, 182, 180, 185, 206 and 210 models. . Roanoke Court, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123; 503/681-0685. Login or Sign Up; 0; Wishlist. Lowered my heavy loaded takeoff ground roll about 1/3rd with 180 hp Lyc. We have moved! Our large helicopter section. 172 Applicable to: TC Models A-799 CESSNA 170A, 170B A STOL kit will lower top and cruising speeds slightly; my 182 was a 1962 which was before Cessna adapted the modified drooped leading edge (which came from a STOL kit). Control Surface Seals Vacation home in Saint Petersburg Florida .We live in Charlotte NC and this is our vacation getaway for sale .Allegiant air flies out of Concord 3-4 times a week for $50-60 each way making this a great easy vacation home . Wellington Municipal Airport Installation requires about 40 to 50 hours ($1,600 to $2,000 in labor charges) and involves removal of the wing tip and the outer rib. Induced drag is further reduced since the HORTON STOL-CRAFT tips reduce wing tip vortex strength. Wing Extension and spar reinforcement for Cessna 170, 172, 175, 180, 182, 185 and Wip-Tips for Cessna 206 providing gross weight increases on most models . Search more Cessna airplanes on Hangar67. Thanks all, looking forward to hearing some real experience. Since the VGs work by energizing the airfoil you have, the . A STOL kit on a Cessna 172 helps deter stalling and decreases takeoff and rollout runs. https://backcountrypilot.org/knowledge- -nosewheel, http://share.findmespot.com/shared/face 7NYN40QT2I, Family Float Flying: Our Journey To Adventure, The Ultimate Boundary Waters Bush Flying Platform, Flying to Extremes: Memories of a Northern Bush Pilot, Water Dog The Amphibious Aviat Husky A-1C. I have installed over 20 on 172's and 182's.We always did before and after testing. 12.4 square feet of wing area to your aircraft. Not readily visible in a complete conversion, but very important are the control surface seals, also known as gap seals. Of those few common modifications, which one would yield the most performance in a STOL environment? In search of a Cessna 172 or 182. WING-X STOL will increase your flight performance by as much as 30% and your gross takeoff weight by as much as 400 Lbs. 8042 climb/seaplane prop? Sold as a set of two. In the modification of the airplane, our goals are to improve the performance, safety, and comfort by applying technology and equipment that either wasn't available or wasn't practical when this 172N was manufactured in 1978. Turned forum post from MTV into article. "More Wing More Lift it's that simple". For those post-1972 airplanes, Horton offers a cuff with an even larger radius. 12.22.2013 - Initial article format Operating aircraft on skis and negotiating a snow-covered landscape is an entirely unique skillset and environment.