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September 16, 2022
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Light
Speed Engineering
Advanced
Solid-State Ignition Technology
Since 1986
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Leading ignition technology in aircraft since 1986, Light Speed
Engineering has evolved as the known source for proven
performance and reliability.
To order THE BEST ignition system for aircraft, click
here.
Have questions or need customer support?
E-mail: klaus@lightspeedengineering.com
Read about
the latest technology demonstration from Light Speed
Engineering.
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GOING
FAST ON LESS GAS
by Bill Walker |
PLASMA
CD Ignition systems are standard equipment on the following
aircraft. |
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Dual Plasma III
on all Cub
Crafters CARBON CUB, LSA
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Plasma II on
all certified CABRI Helicopters (France)
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Dual Plasma III
on all VOTEC Aerobatic Aircraft (Switzerland)
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Dual Plasma II+
on all Italian Yo-Yo Eliulm Helicopters (modified
R22) (Italy) |
New
Lycoming Thunderbolt engines are pre-drilled for easy
installation of the PLASMA CD Ignition systems.
Continental Motors, formerly ECi, and Superior engines are also available ready for Plasma
CDI "bolt-on" upon request. |
Check
out Light Speed Engineering's
New Products the
Mini Sensor
and
the
Rev Limiter
PLASMA Ignition is also available
from the leading engine builders on new & overhauled experimental
engines.
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Sky Dynamics
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Superior
Air Parts
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Aero
Sport Power -
Continental Motors,
formerly ECi
The Plasma III and
Plasma II Plus Capacitor Discharge (CD) Ignition systems give you
the best power and efficiency increase of any ignition source
available today.
Proven for over 27
years in racing and numerous world records, it is the best choice to
make your engine run smoother with more power and 10 - 20% better
range (dependent on power setting).
The reliability and
light weight of the Plasma CDI cannot be matched by any mechanically
driven system.
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Helicopteres
Guimbal's new CABRI G2
Photo credit: C. KERMAREC - Helicopteres
Magazine
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EASA
Supplemental
Type Certificate
for
Light Speed
Engineering’s
PLASMA CDI
press
release...
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Since
1986, practically all
speed and efficiency competition has been dominated by aircraft with
Light Speed Engineering technology.
Some top finishers not only
use LSE Plasma CDI ignition systems but also our
advanced composite products.
(To
view successes... click here) |
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A
Few Customer Comments:
![Skip Stewart](Images/SkipStewart-by-ScottSlocum.jpg)
Photo
by Scott Slocum
"I
have been using the Light Speed
Engineering dual electronic ignition
system in my air show airplane for
over a year. The system not
only works flawlessly, it has made a
noticeable improvement in power and
smoothness. Not only do I feel
confident with this system while
flying my air show routine, but more
importantly during the long
cross-country flights to and from
each show. I am also getting
lower fuel flows at similar power
settings as compared to
magnetos. I am now installing
the same system on my support
airplane and would not hesitate to
recommend this upgrade to
anyone. Light Speed
Rocks!"
Sincerely,
Skip Stewart
www.SkipStewartAirshows.com
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"I
have an RV-7A with an
IO-390 engine and a LSE
Plasma III ignition
system. I usually
fly around 18,000 feet to
get over the mountains
here in Colorado and to
take advantage of the
winds. There is
almost no comparison
before and after
installing your
system. I have more
power with a smoother
running engine and better
fuel economy. I
replaced the standard
issue spark plugs with the
new $39 High Performance
spark plugs. I can
tell the difference and
recommend the new plugs to
everyone."
Warmest wishes and thank
you for a great product,
Mike Casey |
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"The
Plasma III is a big improvement over
all the systems I've used (and I've used them all).
Thanks for offering such a fine
product."
Steve Wright
Stagger EZ
www.WrightAircraft.com |
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I am flying the Glasair about 500+ hours
a year. Put 17 hours on it last
week on a trip to New York and back to
Texas. On the way back, 12.6 gph,
210kts, at 12,500 MSL.
That is over 2+gallons less per hour
than running rich of peak with only 5 to
7 kts lower airspeed. With the
increase in fuel prices ($5.50 in New
York), that's $150.00 in fuel
savings. The plugs are not fouling
like they were before the new
ignitions. The hot starting
problems are gone. Just runs
great- a noticeable difference on climb
out. We are seeing 170 kts and 700
FPM rates up to 7,000 feet.
Thanks,
Tommy Stoneman |
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