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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SB04087CH

Replace the Lindstrand Balloons USA Basket/Burner system and fuel tanks with the FireFly Balloons Basket Model 4.9A1, S/N 289; the FireFly Balloons Burner Model T3-017, S/N 2163J; and FireFly Balloons fuel tanks, Part Number 3035, S/Ns 75032J, 15369J, and 37088; and Part Number 3229, S/N 47528J

Current Issued Aircraft Balloon Rev 05/04/2016 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 ↗