USPA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for Sale

USPA offers several Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for sale; most are for older aircraft used by skydiving operations. To purchase an STC, contact our Government Relations department.

What is a Supplemental Type Certificate?

Essentially, a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) is a patent that describes an FAA-approved aircraft modification. STCs are only approved for the exact aircraft models listed in the certificate. Owners of an STC can give or sell licenses, allowing the recipient to perform these modifications on an aircraft.

When is a Supplemental Type Certificate Required?

Modifications to an aircraft that are not specifically described in the Aircraft Flight Manual must be accomplished by FAA issuance of either a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) or a Field Approval (FAA Form 337).

List of USPA Supplemental Type Certificates for Sale

STCs are only approved for the exact aircraft models listed in the certificate.

• Cessna 170, 170A, 170B, 180, 180A Landplanes: Removal of right door, right front seat, right control column, and right rear window (optional) and installation of "Skydiver Jump Step" and static-line attachment
• Cessna 172, 182, 182A: Removal of right door, removal of right front seat, removal of right-hand control column, secure right front seat safety belt, attachment of static line for static line jumps
• Cessna 182E Landplane: Removal of left or right door for any purpose. Optional removal of right front seat, with occupant sitting on the floor, and attachment of static line to seat structure or seat belt attachment.
• Cessna 180 through 180E: Removal of right front seat, rear seat and baggage shelf (if installed). Installation of floor level seat belt brackets to accommodate four occupants in addition to the pilot.
• Cessna 182 through 182D: Removal of right front seat, rear seat and baggage shelf (if installed). Installation of floor level seat belt brackets to accommodate four occupants in addition to the pilot.
• Piper PA-12: Removal of cabin door to permit aircraft to engage in special operations such as aerial photography, parachute jumping. Etc. FAA Approved Flight Manual Supplement is required.
• Aeronca 15AC: Removal of cabin door, right hand control column, right hand front seat, and right-hand seat belt to permit aircraft to engage in special operations such as parachute jumping, aerial photography, etc. FAA approved Airplane Flight Manual supplement is required.

Purchase a USPA Supplemental Type Certificate

USPA offers individual STCs at the following prices:

• $100 for USPA members (Join USPA)
• $200 for non-USPA members

To purchase an STC, please contact our Government Relations department or call USPA at (540) 604-9740.