23 July 2019
Continental has announced a new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to install a 180hp engine into Cessna R and S series C172s.
The Continental Prime IO-370-D3A3 delivers 180hp, has roller tappets and comes with a recommended TBO of 2,200 hours that extends to 2,400 hours for high use aircraft.
The STC includes the engine, a Bendix impulse coupled ignition system for improved starting and reduced magneto maintenance, a starter, fuel system and associated STC paperwork to complete the installation. It would replace the Cessna’s standard Lycoming IO-360-L2A engine. The STC is priced at $27,226.
“As always, we are committed to bring more value to general aviation,” said Chris Kuehn, vice-president of Continental.
“Our Prime IO-370 is a factory new engine with a factory new engine warranty, priced at a point that makes you wonder why you would overhaul your current engine.”
The engine is available to order now with deliveries starting in September 2019.
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Is the stc approved yet??