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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SB03097CH

Replace the Balony Kubicek Basket/Burner system and fuel tanks with the FireFly (Balloon Works) Basket Model 4.9A1, S/N 546-5; the FireFly (Balloon Works) Burner Model F1, S/N 905; and FireFly (Balloon Works) fuel tanks, P/N 3035, S/Ns 158410, 15354, and 15400, and/or FireFly (Balloon Works) fuel tanks, P/N 3229, S/N 158051.

Current Issued Aircraft Balloon Rev 05/08/2012 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 (1)

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 ↗