Luma Technologies introduced complete LED upgrade packages for the Cessna Conquest I and II turboprops, expanding its product line beyond the previously released solutions for Cessna piston twins. The company unveiled the LT-4250 series two-panel LED suite for the Conquest I (425) and the LT-4441 All-In-One LED suite for the Conquest II (441), both designed to address reliability issues that extend beyond just the annunciator panels.

As the company investigated the Conquest series’ requirements, the remote logic dimming control box presented potential issues. This led Luma to develop a “pin-for-pin, connector-for-connector drop-in replacement” using modern solid-state surface mount technology.

Emphasizing safety considerations, the company addressed landing gear status lights in particular. “The landing gear status light consistently is one of the top five causes of fatalities or serious injury accidents,” said a company spokesperson.

For Conquest II, the upgrade package faced additional engineering challenges due to the placement of fire suppression switches. The comprehensive packages include LED panels, logic dimming capability, gear status lights, and optional master warning functionality. According to Luma, installations can be completed in a single day through the company’s STC, with the 425 solution expected to be available in mid-June.