Plasma ignition on European helicopter

EASA SUPPLEMENTAL TYPE CERTIFICATE FOR LIGHT SPEED ENGINEERING'S PLASMA CDI ON A LYCOMING O-360

Issued to Helicopteres Guimbal's new CABRI G2

On December 10th, 2007, Helicopteres Guimbal received a Supplemental Type Certificate from EASA* for the Light Speed Engineering Plasma CDI as standard equipment on their new Helicopter, the Cabri G2.

This state-of-the-art helicopter received its Type Certificate on December 15th after years of development and testing.

The modern design of the Cabri G2, powered by a Lycoming 0-360 engine, included the Plasma CDI from the beginning as one of many advanced concepts introduced with this aircraft. The Plasma CDI contributes to the excellent efficiency, reliability, reduced operating cost and superb performance of this all-new helicopter.

Over 20 years of experience with electronic ignition systems in experimental aircraft resulted in the current Plasma CDI design.
More than 3,500 pilots are enjoying significant fuel savings and improved performance made possible only by Light Speed Engineering's Plasma CDI.

The certification by EASA confirms that the Light Speed Engineering Plasma Capacitor Discharge Ignitions are built to the highest standards, thoroughly tested and qualified for use in the rugged aviation environment.

This is the first STC issued for an all-electronic CDI without moving parts.

Reciprocal agreements between the FAA and EASA can facilitate further applications on certified aircraft in the future.

Source : Light Speed Engineering