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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SB02972CH

Replace the Lindstrand Balloons Ltd Basket/Burner system with the Aerostar International Basket, Part Number 51620, S/N CWS-3139, and the Aerostar International Burner, Part Number 52350, S/N HP3D-3645. Replace the Lindstrand Balloons Ltd fuel tanks with the Aerostar International Model V-18 Fuel Tanks, Part Number 53037, S/Ns 96052 and 96055. The Aerostar International Basket/Burner is installed via the standard Lindstrand Balloons carabiner (snaplink) attachments.

Current Issued Aircraft Balloon Rev 05/18/2011 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
  • § 21.47

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