Tanis Engine Preheat System Now Available For Cessna 162 Skycatcher & LSA Market

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINN. – Tanis Aircraft Products now has an engine preheat system specifically designed for the Cessna 162 Skycatcher and the Light Sport Aircraft market. This system has been approved by Cessna as per “Modification Kit MK162-25-06B” (Preheat System Part Number: TS02884-115.) The Skycatcher system is a new addition to the extensive product line already available for all single-engine, multi-engine and turbine Cessna products.

Engine preheat during cold weather operations, when used properly, will add to operational efficiency, utility, safety of flight and reduce the problems of engine wear associated with cold starts.

When to preheat? Advisory Circular 91-13C “Cold Weather Operation of Aircraft” states that you are to consult the aircraft or engine manufacturer for your specific operational temperature ranges. For Continental engines, refer to SIL 03-1.

“Preheating is required whenever the engine has been exposed to temperatures at or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit (wind chill factor) for a period of 2 hours or more.”

Tanis Aircraft Products manufactures the only preheat system that applies heat directly to the cylinder heads, oil sump and crankcase. The Tanis preheat system is powered by ground power and is not used in flight.

Doug Evink, President and CEO of Tanis Aircraft Products, commented, “We are pleased to have another system approved by an OEM. Our line of aircraft engine preheat and protection accessories have long been an industry standard. We look forward to supporting Cessna and the LSA market by contributing to safe aircraft operations and prolonged life of aircraft engines.”

For over 37 years, Tanis Aircraft Products has manufactured customized preheat and maintenance solutions for many different aircraft and helicopter applications; single, multi and turbo prop. All of these products are available through a Cessna Service Center, or by contacting Tanis directly.

For more information, contact Tanis Aircraft Products at 952-224-4425 or 1-800-443-2136; www.TanisAircraft.com; email info@TanisAircraft.com.

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