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The Federal Aviation Administration published a draft policy (ANM-113-10-004) on the certification of permanently installed rechargeable lithium batteries, according to the Aircraft Electronics Association AEA.
This policy memorandum provides guidance on permanently installed (part of the type certificate or supplemental type certificate) rechargeable lithium batteries or rechargeable lithium battery systems and their protective circuitry used on transport-category aircraft. More . . .
ATLANTA — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing civil penalties ranging from $54,000 to $97,500 against 12 companies for alleged violations of Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations. More . . .
Coppell, TX, August 1, 2010 — Representatives of Superior Aviation, Beijing have announced that aviation veteran Timothy T. (Tim) Archer has been appointed as the CEO of Superior Aviation, Beijing and its wholly owned subsidiary, U.S.-based Superior Air Parts, Inc.
As CEO of Superior Aviation, Beijing, Archer will oversee all day-to-day operations including directing the completion of the 14,400 square foot (1,340 square meter) state-of-the-art piston engine production facility in Beijing, China. Once the facility is operational and personal training is completed, the facility will manufacture Superior Air Part’s line of XP-Series of non-certified, sport aviation engines for the Chinese and Asian markets. The company will also be the selling arm of Superior’s Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) piece parts and components for these markets.
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EXEMPTION FOR INSTALLED AIRCRAFT PARTS
Grand Junction, CO, August 3, 2010 – West Star Aviation, Inc. announced today that the City of Grand Junction granted exemption from sales tax on aircraft parts installed during maintenance events. The repeal will be effective on August 20, 2010. More . . .
 MINNEAPOLIS, MN – July, 29, 2010 – Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company (NYSE:DCI), a leading, worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, is pleased to announce FAA-PMA approval for three new dry media inlet air filters for multiple normally aspirated Piper Aircraft models including the Aztec, Comanche, Cherokee / Warrior/Archer, Arrow, Dakota, Cherokee Six, Saratoga/Lance, Seneca and Seminole.
These new general aviation engine air filters take advantage of the latest filtration technologies and provide customers with advanced dry synthetic alternatives to traditional oiled or foam filters. More . . .
EFD1000C3 Pro PFD Now Available for a Wide Range of Cabin Class Aircraft
 Albuquerque, NM, July 7, 2010: Aspen Avionics announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Technical Standard Order (TSO) Authorization for the Evolution EFD1000C3 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) for Class III aircraft. The already robust Evolution Software now meets the Level B assurance levels required for FAR Part 23 Class III aircraft, making the increased safety, reliability and functionality of the Evolution Displays available to operators of piston and turbine aircraft weighing between 6,000 and 12,500 pounds. Aircraft owners can install the newly certified EFD1000C3 Pro PFD independently, or in combination with the popular Evolution Multi-function Flight Displays (MFDs) to fit their particular flight mission needs and budgets. More . . .
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“HeliMx, which includes HeliMx magazine and HeliMx.com websites, is offered to fill the void of helicopter maintenance-related information. There are publications and websites available that cover operational and news aspects of helicopters, and some that touch on maintenance issues and concerns — but NONE that focus exclusively on helicopter maintenance”, says Greg Napert, Publisher of HeliMx. More . . .
PAMA Northeast Airworthiness Symposium
 PAMA announces its inaugural Northeast Regional Airworthiness Symposium (NERAS), celebrating the best of the aviation maintenance industry with a symposium dedicated to professional development, education, and networking with fellow Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs). More . . .
 Kings Avionics, a 40-year old avionics facility based at Salt Lake City International Airport, announced today that the company has expanded from one Repair Station at its Salt Lake City base to two additional Repair Stations. The two new Repair Stations are located in Henderson, Nevada and St. George, Utah. More . . .
Aero Accessories, the manufacturer of the Tempest brand of products has completed the relocation of the spark plug manufacturing facility from Rockford, IL to its new manufacturing facility in Gibsonville, NC. The company has received FAA/PMA and has commenced shipping product. More . . .
East Alton, IL, June xx, 2010 – West Star Aviation Inc. announces that it will consolidate all surplus avionics sales and service at its East Alton facility, effective immediately.
During this challenging economic market, West Star Aviation is constantly adapting and utilizing its resources to provide the same quality it has always delivered. “This consolidation allows us to control expenses during more difficult economic times,” stated Jim Swehla, VP of Sales & Marketing at West Star. “However, we will still maintain the excellent customer service that the division previously located in Hiawatha IA is known for.” More . . .
Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems announces the availability of an FAA/STC approved dual 95 amp alternator kit for Lycoming-powered Cessna 182 and Turbo 182 aircraft. Targeting the higher utilization 182 owners who use there aircraft in IFR and night operations, the system provides the comforting reliability of a full powered redundant electrical system with a minimal weight increase of 23 lbs. More . . .
 Clinton, MO – June 3, 2010 – Aviation Fabricators (AvFab) is pleased to announce STC approval for their Beechjet 400 2-Place Divan. The STC allows installation of the divan in all Beechjet 400 series aircraft. More . . .
 Lichtenstein, Germany, May 27, 2010 – As previously announced, Centurion has received the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the installation of the Centurion 2.0s kerosene piston aircraft engine with 155 HP in the Cessna 172.
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Aircraft Parts Distributor Doubles Warehouse Size, Triples Customer Base, Diversifies Product Lines
 ADDISON, TX – May 19, 2010 – Ship it AOG, a leading worldwide distributor of spare parts for the business aviation market, today announced that it has added a new 7,000-sq. ft. warehouse adjacent to its existing facility in Addison, TX, bringing the total warehouse space to 14,000 sq. ft. More . . .
 The Helicopter Association International (HAI) is seeking a Director of Safety, to be based at HAI’s headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia.
Duties include, but are not limited to: - Development and Oversight of the HAI Accreditation Program, Work with outside agencies and programs to develop, implement, and manage the HAI Accreditation Program and Oversee staff and outside parties related to the program. Qualifications include Certificated helicopter pilot and/or maintenance technician, and Experience with public speaking and presentation activities. For more information, please click here.
 Boise, Idaho, May 5th, 2010. AERO Specialties announces Unitron’s newest CE Marked Ground Power Products. New items from Unitron include the latest advancement in solid-state 200/115 VAC, 400hz and 28 VDC GPUs. Unitron GPUs are designed to also operate from a European 400/230V 50 Hz utility bus and will meet all applicable CE Mark requirements. More . . .
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