Tag Archives: Cessna 182

Wipaire Announces New Approvals For Cessna 182 Modifications

Posted on October 2, 2014 by mwflyer

SOUTH ST. PAUL, MINN. – Wipaire, Inc. has received approval for performance- and utility-enhancing modifications for the Cessna 182 Skylane. These modifications currently include the Lycoming IO-580 engine conversion and a gross weight increase to 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg) when … Continue reading →

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Newest Product Developments At Wipaire

Posted on January 31, 2014 by mwflyer

SOUTH ST. PAUL, MINN. – Wipaire, Inc. has announced that its “Wipline 1450” floats for light sport aircraft have entered their final phase of testing. The float has gone through its final nose gear drop tests for amphibious versions, and … Continue reading →

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Do Tailwheel-Trained Pilots Make Better Tri-Cycle Gear Pilots?

Posted on June 11, 2011 by mwflyer

by John Chmiel A pilot writes, “a very prominent flight instructor used to comment to me while getting proficiency training in my Cessna 182, that he could tell that I had “tailwheel” experience because I knew how to land an airplane … Continue reading →

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