EarthX Obtains STC for 12-Volt Lithium Battery Install

The supplemental type certificate is for a variety of single-engine aircraft including Cessnas, Pipers, Mooneys and the Aviat A-1.

Meg Godlewski

Friday, September 22, 2023 at 04:16 PM ET

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EarthX has earned an FAA Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML STC) for the installation of a 12-volt lithium battery in a variety of single-engine aircraft including Cessna 150s. [Credit: Shutterstock]

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EarthX has obtained an FAA Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML STC) for installing its 12-volt lithium battery in various single-engine aircraft, including models from Cessna, Piper, Mooney, and Aviat.
The new LiFePO4 lithium battery offers significant advantages, being over 23 pounds lighter than lead-acid equivalents, providing increased cranking power, boasting a lifespan of over six years, and recharging in minutes.
EarthX claims this is the world's first FAA TSO-approved 12V lithium battery, designed to bring advanced features and capabilities to aircraft owners.

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According to EarthX, the new generation EarthX LiFePO4 lithium battery is more than 23 pounds lighter than an equivalent lead acid battery and boasts increased cranking power and a lifespan of more than six years. The battery can also be recharged in minutes rather than hours. The battery includes the STC and installation kit with a battery management system that can alert to anything outside the normal range.