We only sell our products through distributors known for their quality and reliability. Since many of our ideas are still in the development and testing stage, keep checking with us for new products as they are released. While many of our ideas originated with the Cessna Caravan in mind, some will be for other aircraft.
Measurements:
Holds over 1 quart of fuel before it requires dumping.
Longer Reach - Less Gap - Thicker & Wider Tube
Safely remove the Main Gear-Spring from the Center-Spring WITHOUT having to remove the axle fitting. It incorporates saddles for the hydraulic jacks, reducing the number of personnel required to operate the tool. Supplied complete with hydraulics and all hardware in a quality shipping/storage crate. Used in accordance with 208 maintenance manual.
Made from steel, this stand is powder coated with a red gloss to enable high visibility. It takes up very little room in your aircraft and is easy to use.
Measurements:
Part Number - PM0312001 & PM0312002
Specifically designed to support DC-3 wings during installation and removal, this cart reduces the number of people needed for the job. Adjusting poles allow you to raise and lower each side independently of the other, making reattaching a wing an easy task.
Simple and easy to use! This allows you to cover both pitot tubes at the same time and has long handles with Velcro for closing it securely.
Made from a highly visible, durable, UV resistant plastic in aviation safety red.
Measurements:
Holds over 1 quart of fuel before it requires dumping.
Longer Reach - Less Gap - Thicker & Wider Tube
Made from steel, this stand is powder coated with a red gloss to enable high visibility. It takes up very little room in your aircraft and is easy to use.
Measurements:
Safely remove the Main Gear-Spring from the Center-Spring WITHOUT having to remove the axle fitting. It incorporates saddles for the hydraulic jacks, reducing the number of personnel required to operate the tool. Supplied complete with hydraulics and all hardware in a quality shipping/storage crate. Used in accordance with 208 maintenance manual.
The Electromechanical Landing Gear Latch Handle Safety Latch (Gear Latch) is a spring loaded, electric solenoid actuated, mechanism preventing inadvertent retraction of the landing gear when the aircraft is on the ground or less than 40 knots indicated.
The Preferred Improvements FAR .91 STC will enhance the safety of your DC3 operation. By applying the STC the max payload of your DC3 will be limited to less then 6,000 lbs by the installation of a placard and adding the Flight Manual Supplement to the flight Manual. You will no longer need to add extra ballast to increase your empty weight or operate with light weight axles to keep the airplane .91.
FAA-PMA rubber window gasket just like the original Douglas gasket design. This design has the raised rubber screw holes where the rubber actually goes through the window to reduce the vibration and help protect the window from cracking.
Price is $65 each
The DC-3 Tire Bead Breaker is portable for use in the field while making it safe and easy to brake the tire bead without damaging your wheel. Made from heavy duty material this tool is sure to hold up and perform the way you need it to!
Designed to make removing the nut safe and easy. No more slipping off like with the traditional Spanner tools. Made of high grade steel for strength and durability!
Simple and easy to use! This allows you to cover both pitot tubes at the same time and has long handles with Velcro for closing it securely.
Part Number - PM0312001 & PM0312002
Specifically designed to support DC-3 wings during installation and removal, this cart reduces the number of people needed for the job. Adjusting poles allow you to raise and lower each side independently of the other, making reattaching a wing an easy task.
6061-T6511 is an approved replacement for the original MG O-1 material that Douglas first used for the floor beams in a DC-3. This material will come with an 8110-3 form showing its approval for the material substitution. Click below to see lengths and sizes of the 6061-T6511 material that we have available.
Ametek Stainless Steel DC-3 Fire Bottles are a direct replacement for the original copper Kidde Graviner bottles. These FAA-PMA approved replacements will not dent easily like copper bottles. Another major improvement is the increased squib life – 12 years in service and an additional 3 years shelf storage! Made in the USA and available upon request ONLY from Preferred Airparts, LLC.
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6061-T6511 extruded replacement material for the original Douglas DC-3/C-47 cabin flooring. 150lbs lighter, durable, low profile, Interlocking, and designed for a great fit for Brownline rails. Available in 23’ and 13’ lengths.