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Summary

Write an introductory description of the aircraft, possibly with a little history and/or relativity to other types. Please try to keep it factual rather than anecdotal or subjective. See the linked examples in the original post up top.

Model distinctions

Like the Cessna 100 series, the distinctions are seemingly never-ending as the models go from A to nearly Z (180A, 180B, 180H, 172N et al.) Some of these distinctions are quite important among types. The PA-18-105 vs the PA-18-150 for instance-- engine size and a few other things I'm sure.

Specifications

This is not required but is certainly appreciated by any who come after you doing their research. Here's a basic suggested list of specs to include:

Aircraft specs -
Make, Model
Produced
Engine model
Propeller(s)
Landing gear
Tires/wheels/brakes
Wing span
Chord
Length
Wing area
Max gross weight
Approximate Useful load
Fuel capacity

Notable issues

There are some common performance considerations with some models, as well as some well-documented recurring points of interest that potential buyers should look out for. Lack of or exclusion from popular STCs, for instance.

Modifications

This is a section of the best suggested modifications for backcountry and off-airport use, not necessarily all that exist. This will also be formatted differently for certified vs experimental types.

For certified/STC'd mods:

Modification title/description | Applicability (submodel) | STC Number | STC Holder | STC Url to FAA website

For experimental mods:

Modification title/description | Link to manufacturer or documentation or examples

For certified field approved modifications

Modification title/description | 337 N-number | Scanned document PDF of 337

Here are some example modifiction categories:

Airframe

Modification Applicability STC Number STC Holder

Baggage / cargo

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Controls

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Engine

Modification Applicability STC Number STC Holder

Fuel system

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Landing gear / brakes / tires

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Propeller

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Seating and Restraints

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Skis

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Wings

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Windows

Modification STC Number STC Holder

Please cite all sources if possible for information and photos if you compiled using research.

  • Written by Your Name
  • Lead photo Wikimedia Commons

Suggest other valuable backcountry-oriented options of mods for this aircraft.

  • 12.11.2016 - Initial post and formatting of article

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