With 30,000+ flight hours logged worldwide, this FAA STC-approved modification has built a reputation for strength and reliability. Whether you’re flying off gravel bars, ridges, or frozen lakes, the TA-101 design helps protect flight surfaces, extend aircraft life, and cut maintenance costs.
These screw-on leading edge kits reinforce the tail section of Cessna aircraft, preventing impact damage from rocks, ice, and debris during rugged landings. Inspired by years of Alaskan bush flying, Joel Natwick engineered a stronger, more resilient stabilizer edge — simple, proven, and built to last.
Used by:
Backcountry pilots
Aircraft rebuilders and modifiers
Flight operations in Alaska, Canada, and other remote regions
Leading Edge Kits - Cessna Modifications
TA-101
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Technical Overview
Models: TA-101
Certification: FAA STC’d modification
Installation: Bolt-on design for quick installation
Purpose: Protects the horizontal stabilizer leading edge from foreign object damage
Compatibility: Designed for Cessna aircraft frequently used in off-airport operations