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FAA · Supplemental Type Certificate

STC SB04201CH

Replace Cameron Balloons US basket, burner, and fuel tanks with Galaxy (Firefly Balloons) model 5468 basket, Firefly burner model F1 Mirage, and Firefly fuel tanks 3229, 3229-1, or 3229-2 (Firefly C6G001, 3035, 3035-1, or 3035-2 may also be installed).

Current Issued Aircraft Balloon Rev 04/12/2017 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 ↗