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Had a great opportunity today to capture the Farr Air trio of 510P's today. Congratulatons!
Rid yourself of tempermental magneto problems - upgrade your aircraft - with Electroair EIS!
We recently interviewed Paul Smolinski, owner of Twin Commanche FRCC after he flew his plane for about 65 hours with the Electroair system installed. Here's what he had to say:
YAS Question: Paul, you had us install install an Electroair electronic ignition system (EIS) on your Twin Commanche last winter. How did you decide to choose this particular manufacture of EIS?
Paul Smolinski: We did a great deal of market research on which EIS to invest in.
The “Deciding Factors” for us to go with Electroair was that:
YAS Question: You have approximately 65 hours of flying with this system. Have you seen any benefits?
Paul Smolinski: Yes, immediately we noticed:
4.On “mag check”, almost no RPM drop when the magneto is taken “off line”.
Furthermore, by removing/replacing the one magneto, this eliminates the annoying 500-hour magneto overhaul requirement and expense. However, in the unlikely event of the EIS failing, we still do have a magneto system for backup.
YAS Question: You mention the stronger spark. Electroair promotes the fact that their system enables a more complete fuel burn because of this. Has this been your experience?
Paul Smolinski: Yes, we are seeing evidence of this on our fuel flow gauge as well as on our engine monitor.
YAS Question: So, you like your engine monitor too?
Paul Smolinski: Definitely. As we all know, we are flying airplanes with technology that was first introduced in the 30 and 40's. The planes work fine but there are so many upgrades available now that can help us to better manage our aircraft and protect our investment. As an example, with the EIS and an engine monitor on board:
It just makes so much sense to add these upgrades to our planes.
Here's another fact for you. Just today, I ordered another Electroair EIS system for my other plane. Being a repeat buyer is strong proof of my endorsement of this ignition system!
When it comes to engines, product support makes the difference. At Yorkton Aircraft Service, we understand this completely. We'll work very hard to meet your needs and keep you in the air.
We work closely with all engine makes and models.
Our Radial relationships are strong with Aero Recip Canada and Covington Aircraft Engines. We've worked with Tulsa Aircraft over the years too and Aero Engines. It was sad to see Aero close up in 2014.
Our Turbine friends include Pratt & Whitney Canada and General Electric, their field representatives and their affiliates.
We've worked closely with Cascade Aircraft Conversions as well. In 2013 we converted a radial Thrush to a Walter Turbine and an AT Radial 401 to a Walter as well. You can see a photo here of the 1977 Thrush we converted and refurbished.
Our flat engine friends at Davis Aviation work with us to give our customers more horsepower and quieter operation with the IO-550 conversions.
We'd be happy to quote you on your next engine change. And if you are experiencing some engine issues, why not give us a call?
For pricing info and more information contact us.
Of course! Contact us for details.
Yes, we can help!
We carry cylinders for both flat engines and round engines.
Yes we pretty much have it all - on our shelf, waiting to help you.
At the February 2015 Canadian Aerial Applicators conference Yorkton Aircraft hosted Yves Houde and Dalton Hill of Pratt & Whitney at oour New to the Industry session. The presentation highlighted key points those new to the turbine need to be mindful of. Here is a copy of the presentation.