Hartzell Engine Tech is expanding its Sky-Tec brand with the introduction of a new line of lightweight engine starters, designed specifically for 12-volt electrical systems on experimental and homebuilt aircraft.
Although these new models will not carry FAA Form 8130 airworthiness certification, they are new production starters manufactured in the same Montgomery, Alabama, facility that produces Hartzell Engine Tech’s certified Sky-Tec products, according to company officials.
“These new Sky-Tec XP starters make flying more affordable and accessible for the experimental market while maintaining the same engineering excellence that pilots have come to expect from Hartzell Engine Tech,” said Marolous Cebulka, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Hartzell Engine Tech. “They’re a fit for any Lycoming-powered homebuilt kit, combining reliability, lightweight performance, and affordability.”
The new Sky-Tec XP Series starters, denoted by a “XP” suffix in their part numbers, will be available through Hartzell Engine Tech’s global distribution network by the end of the first quarter of 2026. The new starters are expected to retail for under $1,000, according to company officials.
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