Tanis supports the aviation industry with aircraft engine preheat products that make cold climate operations safer, prolongs engine life and saves money with reduced fuel and maintenance costs.
- Tanis Aircraft Products is the only preheat company that has received FAA approval via Supplemental Type Certificates for engine preheat systems.
- July 2, 2013 Tanis Aircraft Products announces a STC Standardized Preheat System for all 4-Cylinder Lycoming & Continental Engines.
- Tanis has an engine preheat system specifically for the Cessna 162 Skycatcher and the LSA market. This system has been approved by Cessna as per “Modification Kit MK162-25-06B”.The Skycatcher system is a new addition to the extensive product line already available for all Single Engine, Multi Engine and Turbine products.
- Tanis offers additional OEM approved systems for Cirrus, Pilatus, Diamond, Tecnam, Viking’s DH-6, Bombardier’s Q400 & Cessna’s new Diesel powered SMA 182JTA.
- March 21, 2013: STC System for AgustaWestland AW-119.
- November 21, 2012: STC System for Bell 429.
Aircraft 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? Reference 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 F (wind chill factor) for a period of two 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.
The Heli-Preheat System increases reliability and safety of operations, reduces torque oscillation, thermal stress, spool up, and launch times. Mounted on the aircraft, it weighs less than 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg.). The system provides preheating to the engine, engine oil, reduction gearboxes and attached accessories, critical driveline components, main and tail rotor gearboxes, fluids, hydraulic modules, and battery. The installation kit comes complete with required cabling, circuit protection, shore power plug and door kit.
Doug Evink, Tanis President/ CEO commented that: “Tanis stands for the most technologically-advanced preheat systems. Our line of preheat and protection accessories has long been an industry standard and obtaining the STC Certification is important to our company to show our commitment to providing superior products that have undergone a full FAA review. This will allow our International Customers the ability to easily order our systems.”
Since 1974, Tanis Aircraft Products has manufactured customized preheat and maintenance solutions for many different aircraft and helicopter applications; single, multi and turbo prop from their Glenwood, MN manufacturing facility.
For more information, contact Tanis Aircraft Products, 14871 Pioneer Trail, Suite 200, Eden Prairie, MN 55347; call 952-224-4425 or 1-800-443-2136; www.TanisAircraft.com; email info@Tanisaircraft.com .