Spectrum SA-550
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.