Astronics Corporation Launches New COREPOWER(R) Induction Starter Generator System on Pilatus PC-24
May 11 2015 - 5:15PM
Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq:ATRO), a leading provider of advanced
technologies for the global aerospace, defense, consumer
electronics and semiconductor industries, today announced that
Astronics AES has launched its COREPOWER® Induction Starter
Generator System with the successful completion of first flight on
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd's new PC-24 Super Versatile Jet platform. The
55 minute flight across central Switzerland went as planned.
The Induction Starter Generator System, part of Astronics AES'
COREPOWER® line of products, offers a number of operational and
cost saving benefits over traditional starter generators. The
brushless design reduces the lifetime cost of ownership by greatly
reducing required maintenance; the configurable starting capability
enables controlled application and removal of torque, reducing
transients, which means less stress on the gearbox and electrical
system components. The system also provides full rated power,
up to 400 amps, at ground idle.
With the help of Astronics AES' COREPOWER® System and Williams
International's engines, the PC-24 will be the first FJ44
application to take advantage of Williams' Quiet Power Mode™, a new
proprietary feature allowing the FJ44 to provide quiet, efficient
ground power, eliminating the need for a traditional APU.
Kellsey Justus, Vice President of Astronics AES Airborne Power
& Control said, "Astronics is proud to provide our innovative
starter generator system to Pilatus for the PC-24. The new
starter generator eliminates brush replacement and the associated
aircraft downtime. Improving aircraft dispatch reliability,
particularly for those aircraft operators with high use, will
provide significant long-term cost savings and improved customer
satisfaction. Pilatus is a great company and the uniqueness
and versatility of the PC-24 make it an ideal application of our
COREPOWER® products that are responsible for starting, generating
and distributing power on this platform."
In addition to the Induction Starter Generator System, Astronics
AES is providing the secondary power distribution system on the
PC-24 with their 3rd generation COREPOWER® Electronic Circuit
Breaker Units. These solid state units manage power
throughout the aircraft and provide fault detection, circuit
protection and programmable load management through automated power
control functions, helping to reduce pilot workload and improve
crew awareness.
With over 50 years' experience in power management, Astronics
AES has developed numerous patented intelligent power management
systems flying on various aircraft to date.
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Christine Ellis
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