Spectrum SA-550
Introduction The '''Basler Turbo 37'''/'''Spectrum SA-550''' is a twin-boom single engined aircraft converted from a Reims/Cessna FTB337G Skymaster by Basler Turbo Conversions and Spectrum Aircraft Corporation. The aircraft first flew on 1 February 1983.
Design and development The Skymaster rear engine was replaced with a flat-rated  Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 and front engine was removed and the cockpit was stretched forward. The aircraft is capable of taking off in less than  fully loaded. Basler had a deal with the government of Thailand to convert their O-2 Skymaster to SA-550 and to convert civilian Skymaster in Thailand as well. These plans appear to have never happened.The aircraft is currently owned by Basler Turbo Conversions of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Specifications (SA-550)
References
External links * Basler Turbo 37 returns to the market* Janes article abstract