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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SA1708WE

Removal of cargo door (approved under STC SA995WE) to permit aircraft to engage in special operations such as aerial photography, parachute jumping, etc.

Current Reissued Aircraft Small Multi-Engine Rev 03/20/2007 View PDF on drs.faa.gov ↗

What is an STC?

A Supplemental Type Certificate authorizes a major modification or alteration to an FAA-certificated aircraft. STCs are how operators legally install new avionics, change fuel systems, add floats, swap engines, etc. — every change beyond a minor modification needs one.

Applicable aircraft (6)

Certification basis — 14 CFR

Specific sections

  • Sec. 111
  • Sec. 113
  • Sec. 115
  • Sec. 117
  • Sec. 119
  • Sec. 120
  • § 21.47

The STC PDF on drs.faa.gov is the authoritative document — it lists installation instructions, ICA requirements, and any limitations. Open PDF ↗