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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SB02720CH

ONE ONLY STC, S/N 5391: Replace the Lindstrand Balloons Ltd Basket/Burner system with the Aerostar International Basket, Part Number 51620, S/N CWS-3165, and the Aerostar International Burner, Part Number 52350, S/N HP3D-3250. Replace the Lindstrand Balloons Ltd fuel tanks with the Aerostar International Model V-15 Fuel Tanks, Part Number V-15 51977, S/N V506 and Model V-18 Fuel Tanks, Part Number V-18 53037, S/Ns 05333 and 95052.

Current Issued Aircraft Balloon Rev 05/15/2009 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.

Certification basis — 14 CFR

Specific sections

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

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