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Attitude Heading Reference Card has miniature design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:27:37 -0500

Available for integration within UAV flight control systems, AHC525 Attitude Heading Reference Card is DO-178B Level A-approved and designed for FAA-certified avionics systems (EFIS and Autopilot) in manned aircraft. Solution also creates opportunities for UAV flight control system developers and offers flexible architecture that allows for customer-specific features and interfaces. Configuration minimizes weight and volume associated with enclosures and interconnect cabling.

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Mechanical Tail Dock enhances jet maintenance safety.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:09:29 -0500

Designed for Gulfstream G450 corporate jet, maintenance stand can be adapted to fit individual customer requirements. Two-part design can be split into 2 halves, with each able to be wheeled and then locked into place after aircraft is positioned in hangar. Sliding conforming platform sections fill gap between fixed dock platform and vertical stabilizer curve, and drop down guard rails also allow for dock positioning while preventing contact with trailing edge of horizontal stabilizer.

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Flags enhance vehicle visibility at airports.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 08:25:51 -0500

Compliant with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5210-5C-4d(3), orange and white checkered airport flags are constructed of weather-resistant nylon and feature reinforced hem to withstand high winds. These 3 foot square flags, required for construction equipment at airports, have fluorescent orange and white alternating squares designed to enhance visibility of cranes and other oversize equipment as well as escort vehicles. Grommets are available, or dowel can be slipped into sleeve.

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Radar Altimeter Display has bright LED readout.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:30:34 -0500

Suited for pilots flying in task-saturated situations, such as degraded weather conditions, RAD-40 provides pilot with readout of aircraft's height above ground level. This panel-mount digital LED display also includes pilot-selectable Decision Height and 5 additional trip points from 100-1,000 ft, all with discrete outputs designed to control audible tone or interface to third-party equipment. Night vision goggle-compatible display is also available.

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Damping/Spring Hinges offer slow closing/opening movement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:35:24 -0500

Designed to provide controlled opening or closing motion, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Series Damping/Spring Hinges provide .5-1 lb-in., 1-3 lb-in., and 3-6 lb-in. damping torque, respectively, with ±15% tolerance. Units are made from aluminum and available with various anodizing finishes. With life cycle of 60,000, units are suited for aerospace, industrial machinery, automotive, medical equipment, telecommunications, computer equipment, food equipment, and networking applications.

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Radar Altimeter comprises of remote unit and dual antennas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 07:44:00 -0500

Designed to improve operational safety during approaches, night time operations, and hazardous flight above irregular terrain, radar altimeter model RA 4000 provides precise altitude above-ground-level information from 0-2,000 ft. Adding safety dimension to flying in low visibility conditions, real-time unit provides height above terrain (HAT) down to 0 ft.

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Damping Hinges are adaptable for numerous applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 07:46:09 -0500

Targeting laptop computer, medical, aerospace, automotive, and other industries, Aluminum Damping Hinges can be used on applications where lid or panel needs to close with slow motion action. Corrosion resistant hinges allow for customization by adjusting length and diameter of shaft, making them adaptable to any size and weight application. Life cycles can exceed 35,000 uses, and spring can be added for quick release.

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GPS Navigation Systems enhance pilot situational awareness.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 07:45:38 -0500

Portable cockpit information systems, AV8OR(TM) Horizon 3D and AV8OR Vision 3D, offer real-time synthetic vision graphical rendering of environment. Former includes tablet PC with hi-res touchscreen, while Vision 3D features high-brightness touchscreen and remote-mounted computer module. Also available, AV8OR Handheld Multi-Function Display includes 4.3 in. touch-screen and Smart Profile feature that offers vertical profile view of flight path relative to terrain/airspace/obstacles.

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Radar equips fighter aircraft with AESA capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:42:26 -0500

Suited for fighter aircraft requiring active electronically scanned array (AESA) capabilities, Raytheon Advanced Combat Radar integrates technology that hastens delivery of actionable information and promotes situational awareness for aviators. Scalable solution, while suited for F-16 and F/A-18A+/C/D aircraft, can be adapted for range of other fighter aircraft.

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Tape Layer suits composite production and part conversion.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 07:43:07 -0500

Designed for aircraft/aerospace industry, CHARGER(TM) Series of automated small flat tape layers with bed-type configuration are used in production of long narrow flat parts, nested multi-part laminates, and drape-formed skins. Enabling transition from metal to composite structures and from hand lay-up to automated tape lay-up, it features CM100 computer control. Tape layer produces laminates up to 47 in. wide on standard width machine and up to 100 in. wide on wide version platform.

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Machined Shaft Components have zero defects.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 21 May 2008 07:43:25 -0500

Halogen Reading Lamp is FAA approved for aircraft.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 09 May 2008 07:33:28 -0500

Long-life replacement halogen reading lamp, part number 998502-18, is FAA-PMA approved for Airbus models A319, A320, A321, A330 and A340. Lamp lifetime is rated at 5,100 hours, helping to reduce maintenance, while providing high-brightness, high-quality output.

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Custom Fittings suit aerospace and other applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:52:40 -0500

Avionics Suite features all-glass design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:44:56 -0500

Offered in 2- or 3-display models, G950(TM) integrates flight, navigation, communication, terrain, traffic, surveillance, weather, and engine sensor data on high-definition LCDs with 1,024 x 768 pixel resolution. Primary flight display presents information in integrated fashion, while multi-function display combines aircraft-systems monitoring and flight-planning functions. Solid-state Attitude and Heading Reference System can align while in motion, and includes in-flight dynamic restarts.

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Boarding Pass Reader integrates with existing systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 07:31:13 -0500

Model EC3000 can read and decipher various boarding pass coding technologies. Audible noise indicates that boarding pass is read, while visible red/green light and buzzer reveal validity of document. Two-line vacuum fluorescent display allows airline to present text messages to passenger or gate agent. Units can be programmed and monitored remotely and can connect with host devices via Ethernet or USB.

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Monitoring Solution helps detect faults in airport devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:44:15 -0500

AMS Device-Level Monitoring provides service desk with clear view of status of all devices on airport's system. Continuous proactive monitoring with alerts help managers detect/identify faults across entire system, on-site or off-site, even before failures are actually reported. AMS remote monitoring capability is independent of device brand or manufacturer and addresses critical monitoring needs of airport's off-site devices such as self service kiosks and electronic parking systems.

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Software provides business process management for airports.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 07:46:48 -0500

Suitable for large and small airports, Service Desk Software permits expedited ticketing and custom call addressing that can be tailored to meet specific local airport requirements. System captures information from caller and automatically creates and dispatches trouble ticket, while routing call simultaneously to subject matter expert for call resolution. Unlike limited solutions, program allows continuous monitoring of business rules and real-time access to data.

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Wireless System automates in-flight transactions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 07:45:34 -0500

Designed for in-flight passenger cabin sales by airlines, caterers, and onboard retailers, SkyBuy(SM) combines Abanco LLC's MDT In-Flight(TM) sales application with proprietary wireless Mobile Communications Gateway (MCG) and global support. It solves all logistical problems of in-flight sales by keeping sales devices on plane and even provides USB ports for charging them. System downloads all sales data and uploads all inventories wirelessly and automatically at each airport.

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Fuel Tank Safety System suits large passenger jets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 07:44:30 -0500

Designed to protect aircraft from fuel tank explosions, GOBIGGS(TM) Green On-Board Inert Gas Generation System minimizes flammability levels of fuel tank vapors by reducing oxygen level. Environmentally friendly system uses closed-loop catalyst design that converts fuel vapor into inert gas that is recycled back into fuel tank. Not only does GOBIGGS(TM) eliminate damage to environment caused by fuel vapor, it also eliminates hazard to airport personnel.

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Service provides updated flight status information.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 07:31:49 -0500

Delay notification service advises operators when FAA/Eurocontrol issues notice delaying their planned departure time. It keeps operators informed of Called Expected Departure Clearance Times (US), and Calculated Take-Off Times (Europe) delays before they board their aircraft. Users can track Departure Clearance Times by logging onto company web site. Service includes automatic notification where operators receive automated alerts via e-mail, PDA, fax, or cell phone.

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