Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems Announces Certification of CorePower® System on Pilatus PC-24
December 11 2017 - 6:30AM
Business Wire
Final Federal Aviation Administration and
European Aviation Safety Agency Approval Received and Pilatus Set
to Deliver to First Customer
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ:ATRO), a leading supplier of
advanced technologies and products to the global aerospace, defense
and semiconductor industries, announced today that its CorePower®
System, provided by its wholly owned subsidiary Astronics Advanced
Electronic Systems (AES), was recently certified by Pilatus
Aircraft Ltd on the new PC-24 Super Versatile Jet platform.
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Astronics' CorePower System was recently
certified by Pilatus on the new PC-24. (Photo: Business Wire)
Kellsey Justus, Vice President of Astronics AES Airborne Power
& Control said, “We are proud to provide our innovative starter
generator system and proven electronic circuit breakers to Pilatus
for the PC-24. After over 2,000 hours of flight testing, the new
starter generator will improve aircraft dispatch reliability,
particularly for those aircraft operators with high use, and
provide a significant long-term cost savings. Pilatus has been a
pleasure to work with and the versatility of the PC-24 makes it an
ideal application of our CorePower products.”
The CorePower System on the PC-24 features an Induction Starter
Generator System and Electronic Circuit Breaker Units (ECBUs). The
Induction Starter Generator System offers a number of operational
and cost-saving benefits over traditional starter generators,
including a brushless design that lowers the lifetime cost of
ownership by greatly reducing required maintenance. The
configurable starting capability enables controlled application and
removal of torque to reduce transients and results in less stress
on the gearbox and electrical system components. Finally, the
system also provides full rated power, up to 400 amps, at ground
idle.
Additionally, Astronics is providing the secondary power
distribution system on the PC-24 with the 1426 Series of CorePower
ECBUs. These solid-state units manage power throughout the aircraft
and provide fault detection, circuit protection and programmable
load management through automated power control functions, reducing
pilot workload and improving crew awareness.
The Pilatus PC-24 incorporates FJ44 engines from Williams
International, and with the help of Astronics AES’ CorePower
System, the PC-24 will be the first FJ44 application to take
advantage of Williams’ Quiet Power Mode™, a new proprietary feature
enabling the FJ44 to provide quiet, efficient ground power while
eliminating the need for a traditional Auxiliary Power Unit.
For over 20 years, Astronics AES has delivered intelligent power
management systems to the world’s aerospace industry. Located in
Kirkland, Washington, Astronics AES is an industry-leading
manufacturer of aircraft electrical power systems, including power
generation and distribution. For more details on aircraft
electrical power, visit Astronics.com.
ABOUT ASTRONICS CORPORATION
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO) is a leading supplier of
advanced technologies and products to the global aerospace,
defense, and semiconductor industries. Astronics’ products and
services include advanced, high-performance electrical power
generation and distribution systems, seat motion solutions,
lighting and safety systems, avionics products, aircraft
structures, systems certification, and automated test systems.
Astronics’ strategy is to increase its value by developing
technologies and capabilities, either internally or through
acquisition, and using those capabilities to provide innovative
solutions to its targeted markets and other markets where its
technology can be beneficial. Through its wholly owned
subsidiaries, Astronics has a reputation for high-quality designs,
exceptional responsiveness, strong brand recognition, and
best-in-class manufacturing practices.
For more information on Astronics and its products, visit
Astronics.com.
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Astronics Advanced Electronic SystemsChristine Ellis,
+1-425-895-4682Director of Business
Developmentchristine.ellis@astronics.com
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