Category | Modifications

IO-550D Engine Upgrade

More power? Greater performance? One of the most effective ways of enhancing the capability and performance of your C-185 is to add an IO-550 engine and Hartzell or McCauley “Power Prop”. Wipaire pioneered this modification, realizing its potential to really create a hot-rod of a seaplane. The Wipline IO-550 upgrade is rated at 300 Horsepower, like the standard 520, but is rated at a higher torque, giving you 8-10% better performance, an additional 150 to 175 points of thrust for seaplanes, and quieter ride. Unlike the 520, the IO-550 enables a maximum continuous cruising rate at 300 HP instead of just 285HP.

Call us today to learn more about this exciting product that is sure to enhance your investment and your total flying experience.

The IO-550D Engine Upgrade can give your 185 that extra get up and go that you’ve been wishing for.

  • 300 HP Max Continuous
  • 8-10% Torque increase over 520
  • 150 RPM less than 520 = Greater Longevity
  • 8-10% Increased Cruise Speed
  • 8-10% Shorter Take-Off

185 IO-550 Engine Kit Includes:

  • Mount Isolators
  • Mount Bolts
  • Locking Tabs
  • Ground Straps
  • Barrel Nuts
  • Fluid Hose Kit
  • Bushings
  • Spacers
  • Placards
  • Man Pressure/Fuel Flow Gauge (Exchange)
  • Tachometer (Exchange)
  • Paperwork and STC

NOTE: Three blade engine mount required for 185 part number 0751007-16 at an additional cost.

Hartzell Trailblazer Propeller Upgrade

The new carbon fiber composite Hartzell Trailblazer series 82″ propeller is available for Cessna 185 models with the IO-550-D engine installed via Wipaire STC SA1522GL or Texas Skyways STC SA09960SC in both landplane and seaplane configurations. The Trailblazer propeller offers the following features.

  • Durable, field-replaceable nickel cobalt leading edge
  • Nickel erosion screen for foreign object damage protection
  • Thinner blade with a wider chord for improved performance
  • Designed to be quieter than comparable propellers
  • Carbon fiber composition is 5-10x stronger than natural fiber propeller cores
  • 14.6 lbs lighter than the Hartzell metal 80″ prop (model: PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A-6R)
  • 3.1 lbs lighter than the McCauley 80″ prop (model: D3A34C401/90DFA-10)

Wing-X STOL Wing Extensions

Wipaire is an authorized distributor and installation center for Wing X STOL tip extensions for Cessna 180, 182, and 185. This modification is approved with various previously installed leading edge modifications as well as vortex generators.

 

 

WING-X STOL will increase your flight performance by as much as 30% and your gross takeoff weight by 50 to 400 Lbs depending on the models. You can now carry that extra passenger or payload and still have great performance!

Improve your aircraft performance by adding more than three feet to the wingspan or approx. 12.4 square feet of wing area to your aircraft. “More Wing is More Lift it’s that simple”. The Wing-X STOL modification has a specially engineered wing reinforcement along the main spar. This modification increases the overall strength of the wing and allows for an important gross weight increase on most models.

Cessna 170,172,175 airplanes will benefit from a GTOW increase varying from 50 to 125 pounds depending on the year and model.

All C-180 and C-182 owners will benefit with a GTOW of 2,950 lbs. approved on wheels, floats and skis as well as providing enhanced performance throughout the flight envelope.

Cessna 185 owners will immediately benefit from an increase of 175 lbs. in the useful load and a newly certified GTOW of 3,525 lbs. approved on wheels, skis, amphibs and straight floats.

Aurora™ Interior for the Cessna Caravan Series

A new standard in comfort, luxury and utility.

With spacious seating, exquisitely tailored leather and hand crafted cabinetry, Aurora interiors transform your Caravan from ordinary to bespoke.

Standard Features

Comfort

  • Top grain leather upholstery
  • Full function swivel and recline seats
  • Adjustable inboard arm rests
  • Side tables with leather writing inserts
  • Divan seat with remove to service toilet and privacy curtain

Convenience

  • Two stowable side tables with cupholders
  • Two three-drawer refreshment cabinets with ice compartments
  • Concealed under seat storage
  • Passenger convenience panel with dual port USB and Bose® headset jack

Style

  • Wood veneer cabinetry
  • Top grain leather upholstery
  • Brushed aluminum or optional custom plated hardware
  • Side tables with leather writing inserts
  • Coordinating lower sidewall fabric
  • Luxurious wool carpet
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The Aurora Collection

Como

McKenzie

Eden

Buenos Aires

Bimini

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Hood

Canyon

Lake Como Italy

Lake McKenzie Australia

Eden Island Seychelles

Buenos Aires Argentina

Bimini Bahamas

Rainy Lake Minnesota

Magic Lake Egypt

Lake Hood Alaska

Canyon Lake Texas

Bespoke Interiors Available  | Contact Us to Learn More

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Seating Configurations

Cessna Caravan 208

Forward Club

6 Passengers | Cessna 208 Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • Folding tables with matching leather writing insert & accents (2)
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Full Capacity

8 Passengers | Cessna 208 Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Club Plus

7 Passengers | Cessna 208 Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Cessna Grand Caravan 208B & 208B-EX

Forward Club

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Forward Club With Tables

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts (6)
  • Folding tables with matching leather writing insert & accents (2)
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Aft Club with MIdship CAbinets

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts (6)
  • Folding tables with matching leather writing insert & accents (2)
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Aft Club with Front Cabinets

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts (6)
  • Folding tables with matching leather writing insert & accents (2)
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet*
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Full Capacity With Divan

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts (6)
  • 2-place cushioned divan with storage cabinet*
  • 3-drawer pyramid refreshment cabinet & storage cabinet with your choice of high-gloss or matte wood veneer, leather-wrapped cabinet with veneer accents, or laminate finishes
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric

Full Capacity No Divan

8 Passengers | Cessna 208B & 208B-EX Grand Caravan

  • Fully articulating reclining executive seats covered in sumptuous leather with coordinating 3-point passenger seat belts (8)
  • New wool carpet with choice of bound or serged edges
  • New sidewall fabric
  • Optional Wipaire Extended Baggage modification shown
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Blackhawk XP140 Engine Upgrade for the Caravan

Available for both the Cessna Caravan and Cessna Grand Caravan. Replaces the 600/675 horsepower PT6A-114/114A with a brand new PT6A-140 powerplant for like-new levels of performance and load carrying capabilities – all while retaining your existing cowling, engine mount, exhaust system, and maintaining the same pilot training and operating characteristics.

The increased horsepower offers expanded mission opportunities:

  • Better safety margins
  • Faster cruise speed
  • Improved climb
  • Access more airports

 

Single Point Fueling for the 208 and 208B

Outfit your Caravan with Wipaire’s single point fueling system and save time. Adding single point fueling capability makes your fuel stops at airports simpler, safer and faster. This modification enables your Caravan to be fueled by standard fueling trucks at ground level removing the requirement for tall ladders and filling tanks individually. Reduce your fueling time so you can get on to your destination faster!

  • Available on floats or wheels
  • Compatible with G1000 or resistive fuel systems
  • Easy to use digital touch screen control panel
  • High precision fuel measurement controls
  • Electronic fuel level monitoring for reliable fuel top off
  • Measure fuel in gallons, liters, kilograms or pounds
  • Master power not required to fuel
  • Pilot does not need to be present during refueling
  • Eliminate the risk of TKS anti-ice system or wing damage from over-the-wing fueling

 

Single Point Fueling Specifications

Installation Weight42 lbs (19 kg) for landplane and with Wipline 8000 floats
54 lbs (24 kg) with Wipline 8750 floats
Refueling Rate60 gal/min at 40 psi
Power Requirement5 amps DC
Install Location– Control at aft end of the Pilot’s L/H side console panel
– Nozzle Aft of the left hand gear for landplane
– On the left hand pylon for seaplane