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FAA Grants TSO Approval on AvFab STOWAWAY Medical Stretcher
Aviation Fabricators (AvFab) recently announced they have received Technical Standard Orders (TSO) approval for the installation of their multi-airframe STOWAWAY medical stretcher for use in all Beechcraft King Air models. Several models of STOWAWAY are available, including one version that adjusts to fit in all four aircraft approved for the installation. – besides the King Air, the Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12 and Kodiak 100 were included.
AvFab’s STOWAWAY Medical Stretcher kit provides an operator with the option of transporting an ill or injured, non-critical patient. These stretchers are ideal as an economical alternative to complete medevac systems for the operator who doesn’t need critical care medical equipment. The company says the STOWAWAY will allow charter, corporate and private operators to realize more utility from their aircraft fleet. And, it is ideal for humanitarian and disaster relief missions since no airframe modifications are required other than removing existing seats and furnishings from the desired location and setting the new STOWAWAY stretcher assembly in the existing seat track. When not in use, STOWAWAY conveniently folds in half allowing it to be stored in the aircraft’s wing locker (shown right), cargo pod or baggage area.
The AvFab STOWAWAY stretcher will fit both left-hand and right-hand installations of all four airframes. The kit includes the stretcher, Ferno model 12-2A portable aero (folding) litter with recline headrest, mounting support assemblies, safety restraint system, storage carry case, installation instructions, diagrams and Continued Airworthiness data.
For more information on this or any other product or service offered by AvFab, please visit their website at www.avfab.com or call (660) 885-8317.
Certification Coming Soon for BLR products on King Air E90, early C90s and the 100
BLR Aerospace recently announced that their winglet system for the King Air E90 and early C90 fleets, as well as the 5-bladed Whisper Prop® system for the King Air 100, are all scheduled to be Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified by the end of 2021. Increasing demand has created limited availability for both popular upgrades so the company encourages those interested to contact them or one of its authorized dealers regarding availability.
The modern BLR/MT 5-bladed Whisper Prop is constructed with a highly engineered structural resin-
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infused wood core that is wrapped in carbon-fiberglass skins. Each blade is finished with a nickel-cobalt leading edge providing three times more damage resistance than aluminum. BLR says the Whisper Prop has the smallest diameter, is the quietest and most cutting- edge composite propeller on the market. The short diameter protects the aircraft from foreign object damage (FOD) occurrence where the nickel-cobalt leading edge drastically reduces damage and blade erosion. The highly engineered wood core eliminates vibration by more than 50% and decreases the overall wear and cost of operation, including repairs, compared to the foam core composite propeller that comes standard on the aircraft. The Whisper Prop delivers unlimited blade life, field repairable and replaceable blades allowing for superior return to service capabilities and best overhaul schedule. Additionally, it improves takeoff performance by 4.3%, has lower Vmca, has no ground RPM limitation and requires no FAA imposed regular inspections.
BLR’s winglet system is an aluminum wing tip, carbon fiber winglet with integrated position, recognition and strobe LED lighting. The company says it increases overall wingspan and wing aspect ratio to reduce induced drag for faster flight on less fuel as well as improved handling qualities.
For more information, contact Director of Sales Chip Kiehn at Chip@blraerospace.com
NOVEMBER 2021