Because warranty law varies worldwide and warranties require lengthy disclaimers and exceptions, we have elected not to provide a written warranty. However, we sincerely value our customers and will treat warranty requests fairly.

Our testing has shown that colored smoke dyes can plug or damage the oil filter, pump head, check valve and injector(s). If you choose to use colored smoke, please ask the colorants manufacturer for cleaning instructions prior to use; so you may judge in advance if extra maintenance and or replacement of parts may be necessary.

Only Smoking Airplanes smoke oil or chemically equivalent smoke oils are approved. Our smoke systems are designed to comply with FAR/AIM §137.37 - “No persons may dispense, or cause to be dispensed, from an aircraft, any material or substance in a manner that creates a hazard to persons or property on the surface”. Colored smoke can stain or damage aircraft paint and also risks of staining spectators or property on the ground if deployed at lower altitudes.

For these reasons colored smoke is not approved for use in Smoking Airplanes systems.

A second injector is recommended for planes with two exhaust pipes.

Yes, the tank and pump are configured for easy removal and easy re-installation. Note: A cap and plug are provided to close the AN fittings after removal.

The FAA requires that a STC be specific to a particular aircraft make and model. Given the number of different aircraft types world-wide it's not practical for Smoking Airplanes to obtain a STC for all aircraft make and models.

Field approval for smoke systems are completed via the FAA 337 form (USA).  An Inspection Authorized Airframe and Power Plant mechanic can prepare the 337 form for your aircraft. You may view examples of completed 337 forms on our website here:

https://smokingairplanes.com/pages/faa-337

One of our 5 tank options will likely fit. We recommend that a cardboard mockup be made of the system using the tank dimensions (on our website) to verify fit.  

Customers often state one or more of the following reasons:


1) In business for 20+ years
2) Strong customer service reputation
3) Ready for continuous inverted flight
4) Tank design (no seams and oil level visible)
5) Tank and pump easily removed and re-installed
6) Confidence in the brand because Smoking Airplanes is the smoke system original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for aircraft manufacturers; including Beechcraft, Grob, and American Champion.

The primary difference is smoke oil capacity. 

Most countries have an approval process similar to the FAA 337 in the United States.  Our systems have been approved for flight in the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, Latin and South America, and Asia.  Please contact your local aviation administration prior to ordering; so you may verify what approvals are required.