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AVnews -- 2008
No guarantees on JSF – Minister 31 July
Sydney Morning Herald: Defence Minister Joel Fitzgibbon says he'll keep aeronautics giant Lockheed Martin guessing over whether Australia will buy its Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) plane.
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Air Traffic Control controversy fires up
Blame the staff & the system – Air Services head
The Australian: Problems with the nation's air traffic control system are the fault of an industrial campaign, excessive sick leave and an outdated endorsement system rather than staff shortages, the chief executive of Airservices Australia claimed yesterday.
More, plus this story in The Age
The system is stuffed – air traffic controllers
Civil Air Australia: Recent allegations by Airservices CEO Greg Russell that controllers are deliberately closing airspace are baseless and insulting to the professional Air Traffic Controllers of Australia.
Air Traffic Control is the business of providing safe passage of aircraft throughout the airspace administered on behalf of the Australian people. Civil Air and its members take this responsibility extremely seriously and despite years of staffing reductions, corporate and operational restructures, Australian ATCs have continued to provide a service that on world standards is second to none. Recent analysis shows Australian controllers to be amongst the most productive in the world.
The increasing rate of closures and service reductions is symptomatic of a system slowing failing (sic) despite the efforts of those that actually provide the services. Controllers and support staff are constantly required to bridge gaps in coverage by way of overtime or handling multiple pieces of airspace alone where risk modelling has already determined a need for 2 or more controllers to manage the workload.
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ICAO sends ‘please explain’
The Australian: Australia is facing international pressure to address growing safety concerns about the practice of passenger jets flying through uncontrolled airspace.
The world's governing aviation body, the International Civil Aviation Organisation, has asked the Federal Government to explain why large chunks of Australian skies are being left uncontrolled.
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60 no longer forced retirement age – NZ
NZ Herald: The Court of Appeal today reversed what was labelled a ground-breaking Employment Court decision which overturned Air New Zealand's policy of automatically demoting captains on their 60th birthdays.
David McAlister, 63, had spent 35 years with Air New Zealand and had been a flight instructor, chief pilot and pilot in command (PIC).
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Rotary Wing conference 27 July
CASA: The Sunshine Coast will be buzzing this week when a range of high-profile Queensland, Northern NSW, Australia-wide and international helicopter operators meet with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
The meeting will help CASA develop important new guidelines to enhance the safety of helicopter operations, particularly those that carry passengers or operate in high risk situations.
CASA’s Peter Gibson says the meeting is being held in Caloundra in recognition of the fact that aviation on the Sunshine Coast is booming.
“CASA understands significant Australian aviation activity is not restricted to capital cities,” Mr Gibson says.
“The Sunshine Coast has a flourishing aviation community, a uniquely positioned local airport and an impressive aviation museum.
“The Sunshine Coast has also experienced considerable aviation industry growth and CASA is keen to talk to operators in this thriving aviation environment.
“Aviation representatives will be putting to use their combined knowledge and experience in a large variety of operations from offshore oil exploration support through to emergency service, search and rescue and general passenger operations to help CASA design future rules for helicopter operations in Australia.
“This includes proposed rules relating to operations over densely populated locations, the potential introduction of additional warning systems similar to those used in night and instrument aeroplane operations, engine failure risk mitigation strategies and how international rules can be safely adapted to our unique Australian environment.
“It is important that local operators have an opportunity to contribute to the development of guidelines that will help maintain and enhance the safety of their aviation activities.”
Attending the meeting will be CEOs, chief pilots and senior personnel from a range of helicopter operations including: Channel 7 Queensland; Queensland Television Channel 9; Curry-Kenny Aviation; Sunshine Coast Helicopter Rescue Service; NSW Police Air Wing; Queensland Surf Lifesaving Helicopter Operations; Northern Rivers Surf Life Saving Association Helicopter Rescue Service; Jayrow Helicopters; Bristows, Australia Helicopters and Lloyds CHC Helicopters.
The meeting will be held on 29 and 30 July at the Rydes Oasis Resort, Caloundra.
CASA
Bollen to head air quality study
CASA: A leading Australian medical figure has been appointed to head a new group of experts to look at the issue of cabin air quality inside aircraft.
Dr Michael Bollen will lead the Expert Panel on Aircraft Air Quality, which will review potential crew and passenger health issues related to aircraft cabin air quality.
The Panel will examine expert reports, invite submissions and make sure all groups with an interest in this subject have a chance to present information and viewpoints.
In addition, the Panel will critically review scientific research into cabin air quality and produce a synopsis of current Australian and international knowledge.
Recommendations will be made on whether further research is required or if other actions may be appropriate. These recommendations will be presented to existing Cabin Air Quality Reference Group, which includes representatives from airlines, unions and industry groups.
Dr Bollen is a medical graduate with over 25 years experience as a general practitioner. He also has wide-ranging experience in chairing successful committees with diverse memberships.
This has included chairing Medibank Private's Health Innovations Committee, the National Health and Medical Research Council's Communications Working Group and the Australian Government's Expert Committee on Complementary Medicines in the Australian Health System.
In 2006, Dr Bollen was involved in a clinical review of multiple chemical sensitivity for the National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme.
This expertise in chemical sensitivity issues will assist him in exploring issues related to cabin air and appreciating the various perspectives expected to be shared in panel deliberations.
Dr Bollen will now work with CASA to appoint members of the Expert Panel on Aircraft Air Quality.
Panel members will include people with experience and qualifications in occupational and/or public health, epidemiology, immunology, toxicology, chemical risk assessment, aircraft operations and airworthiness.
The panel will meet up to eight times over the next 18 months and submit its final report by the first quarter of 2010.
Dr Bollen's previous positions have included developing the first purpose-built, multi-disciplinary community health centre in South Australia and membership of the South Australian Health Commission.
Other appointments have included positions with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Director of Medibank Private and his current role as Director of the Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Agency.
Further information regarding the Expert Panel on Aircraft Air Quality.
CASA
Qantas 747 holed & loses pressure 25 July
 A Qantas 747 has been holed and lost cabin pressure during a flight to Melbourne from Hong Kong. It landed safely in Manila. Its fuselage lost some skin just forward of the wing root on the starboard side, forcing the pilots to carry out a rapid descent from cruising altitude to 10,000ft. The causes of the problem are unknown at this stage.
See this report from The Age; Qantas statement (Pix: Norway's Aftenposten)
100,000 jobs could go – Dixon
Qantas chief Geoff Dixon warned in a recent speech that the world aviation industry could see the loss of 100,000 jobs in the next year, and a major reshuffle of the business.
This is on the back of the company announcing it would spill 1500 positions from its own operations.
“Right now the global aviation industry faces, not a shock or a blip, not even a crisis, but a permanent transformation,” he said.
“The drivers of this transformation will be globalisation…and the result will be a new aviation world order…
“It is likely that 100,000 jobs worldwide will be lost before this calendar year is out,” he said.
Dixon speech; Job cuts announcement
Makers try to remain bullish
Telegraph (UK): Aviation is attempting to remain bullish about future prospects as the credit crisis and the effects of the huge jump in the price of fuel bite deeper.
Last week's Farnborough Air Show, the industry's premier showcase, may have lacked the debut of an eye-catching new airliner but total orders and options unveiled by Boeing and Airbus, the two commercial aviation giants, topped US$50bn (£ 25bn), almost all from one airline, Etihad, the Abu Dhabi based carrier with ambitions to match the achievements of Emirates, its Dubai-based neighbour.
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Euro GA show goes annual
AERO-Friedrichshafen, the popular European general aviation event that has been attracting growing interest in recent years, will now be held annually, instead of every other year, and EAA and IAOPA will play a greater role in organizing the show. "It's an outstanding general aviation event that serves the new light sport aircraft (LSA) category very well, especially with the global growth that we are seeing," said Tom Poberezny, EAA president. "EAA looks forward to participating at AERO in the future, and working with them on programs of mutual benefit." The next show will be held April 2 to 5, 2009. Organizers have taken pains to avoid overlap with Sun 'n Fun. Last year's AERO show was the biggest yet, attracting about 45,000 visitors from around the world, with 533 exhibitors from 30 countries.
Friedrichshafen, in Germany, is a scenic city on the northern shore of Lake Constance, close to Austria and Switzerland. The site is attractive and accessible to many in the European general aviation market. The show focuses on sport flying and personal aviation, as well as business aviation.
AERO-Friedrichshafen
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AERO Friedrichshafen, a general aviation show in Germany, has been growing in recent years -- as shown by its recent decision to switch from an every-other-year schedule to an annual event -- and this week, AERO organizers announced a new strategic relationship with EAA. "We're convinced that this will lead to more aviation enthusiasm and additional value for our common customers on both sides of the pond," said AERO Friedrichshafen project manager Thomas Grunewald. Both organizations aim to expand their global reach, he said. "We've seen that their show and our AirVenture show attract the same kindred spirits," EAA spokesman Dick Knapinski told AVweb on Wednesday. "This is a way for us to reach out to the general aviation community in Europe, and also for AERO Friedrichshafen to add more visibility at our events."
AirVenture at Oshkosh is one of the world's premier aviation events, and AERO Friedrichshafen is the largest and most established general aviation show in Europe. "We look forward to developing our relationship with AERO. The special opportunities that AERO presents for EAA members will be a great benefit," said Tom Poberezny, president & CEO of EAA.
Lancair delivers first Evolution kit
Lancair: Lancair International announced today that it has delivered the first Evolution kit to Andy Cruce of Miramar, Florida. Cruce and his wife saw the Evolution last year at Oshkosh and began contemplating the purchase. “When we considered the speed, roominess, carrying capacity, BRS ’chute and docile flight characteristics of the Evolution, we decided the Evolution is what we need,” Cruce is reported to have said.
Lancair says that Cruce came to Redmond, Oregon, to participate in the company’s two-week builder-assistance program. A 6000-square-foot facility was constructed at the headquarters specifically for Evolution builders. According to Lancair, Cruce says he plans to have the airplane flying by early 2009.
Lancair reports that it has a full Evolution production schedule booked through February 2009. The prototype that appeared at this year’s Sun ’n Fun is now painted and will be available for demo flights at Oshkosh.
The Evolution is a four-seat design powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6 turbine engine, making it capable of speeds in excess of 385 mph, according to Lancair. It also features numerous safety features including a ballistic ’chute, airbag seat belts and energy-absorbing seats.
Lancair lists the fastbuild kit price as $250,000, with a finished cost in the range of $650,000 to $1 million.
Lancair web
Retrofit management system for piston aircraft
The Federal Aviation Administration (USA) has granted approval to New York-based Xerion Avionix LLC for installation of the AuRACLE CRM series Engine Management Systems into all 4 & 6-cylinder Cessna and Piper aircraft, including pressurized models. The new Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) significantly reshapes how pilots manage engine information, resulting in significant improvements on in-flight fuel management and engine operations.
“This approval provides the owners and pilots of Cessna and Piper legacy aircraft to integrate a complete overview of up-to-second engine data with a state-of-the-art fuel computer, significantly reducing the pilot workload while increasing safety and fuel management” says Xerion’s Eric Hathaway. “Now Cessna and Piper pilots can realize the substantial benefits of this advanced technology to literally micro-manage the aircraft’s engine performance and fuel consumption with a single, intuitive, digital presentation, as hundreds of current Xerion customers already have.”
Xerion
Aliens exist – Apollo astronaut
Herald Sun: Former NASA astronaut and moon-walker Dr Edgar Mitchell - a veteran of the Apollo 14 mission - has stunningly claimed aliens do exist.
Dr Mitchell, 77, said during a radio interview that sources at the space agency who had had contact with aliens described the beings as 'little people who look strange to us.'
Mitchell profile; Full story
Raptor shows off at Farnborough
Sydney Morning Herald: Lockheed Martin Corp's F-22 Raptor fighter jet, widely considered the world's most advanced and off limits for export, streaked through a milestone performance in the UK.
The 60th Farnborough event marked the radar-evading jet's debut at an overseas air show.
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First STOVL flight claimed
With test pilot Graham Tomlinson at the controls, the short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II streaked into blue Texas skies Wednesday, marking the first flight of an aircraft that will provide a combination of capabilities never before available: stealth, supersonic speed and STOVL basing flexibility.
Tomlinson, a former Royal Air Force Harrier pilot now employed by BAE Systems, performed a conventional takeoff at 10:17am CDT from Lockheed Martin’s Fort Worth facility. As planned, all initial F-35B flights will be made using conventional takeoffs and landings, with transitions to short takeoffs, hovers and vertical landings beginning early next year. Tomlinson guided the jet to 15,000 feet and performed a series of handling tests, engine-power variations and subsystems checks before landing at 11:01am CDT.
More at Lockheed Martin
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Blackhawk report
An Air Force inquiry into the fatal Blackhawk crash on the HMAS Kanimbla in 2006 has been released.
According to a media statement: “The principal and overarching finding of the Board of Inquiry was that the cause of the crash of Black Hawk 221 was pilot error by the aircraft captain,” Air Chief Marshal Houston said.
“Justice Levine stated that the principal finding, however, could not be viewed in isolation nor blame attributed to a highly experienced and well-respected Black Hawk pilot.
“This accident was the regrettable result of a number of factors coming together which culminated in this tragic incident. "There was a gradual adoption of approach profiles which, on occasions, exceeded the limits of the aircraft. Other factors included a ‘can do’ culture in the Squadron, inadequate supervision, the pressures of preparing for operations, the relocation of the Squadron and a high operational tempo."
Media release; Full report
Eclipse to go single 9 June
Eclipse Aviation in the USA is to produce the 400 single-engine jet, a production version of the Eclipse Concept Jet first displayed at EAA AirVenture 2007.
Ten months of quantitative and qualitative Eclipse Concept Jet (ECJ) research has convinced us that this is absolutely the right airplane for the emerging single-engine jet market," said Vern Raburn, Eclipse Aviation president and CEO. "The ECJ has elicited a tremendous emotional response from current and potential customers alike – people just love this airplane. We are excited to formally add this new aircraft to the Eclipse Aviation product family as the Eclipse 400."
The company recently celebrated its tenth anniversary and has gained Australian certification for its 500 twin-engine jet.
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Air-traffic controllers looking for big rise
Australia’s air traffic controllers have presented Air Services Australia with an extensive log of claims, which includes substantial pay rises.
The controllers association says staffing levels are too low, while pay rates are not internationally competitive. Staff shortages have led to several instances of non-coverage around the country.
Civil Air Australia site
B2 brought down by water in sensors
From AVweb: The crash on takeoff of a 509th Air Wing, Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber,
February 23 operating at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, was caused by
water in the aircraft's sensors, according to an Air Combat report
issued Thursday. Specifically, moisture in three port transducer units
"distorted data introduced by a B-2 Spirit's air data system" which
led to flawed information entering the bomber's flight control
computers. The aircraft was reacting to inaccurate airspeed and a
"perceived" negative angle of attack. This resulted in an "uncommanded
30 degree nose-high pitch-up on takeoff," according to the Air Force.
Major Ryan Link and Captain Justin Grieve, the aircraft's two pilots
and the only two aboard were unable to regain control and safely
ejected just as the aircraft stalled and mushed into the ground and
its left wing impacted the ground. The $1.4 billion aircraft crashed
just off the left side of the runway and exploded. It was the
first-ever B-2 crash and followed 75,000 hours of loss-free service.
Link and Grieve both suffered injuries during ejection, with Grieve
suffering compression fractures to his spine.
Full report & video
Qantas heads for PR crash
Qantas has been having a disastrous run the media lately, with the majority of wounds seeming to be self-inflicted. On the back of strong profit announcements, it also says it will be further cutting staff and services – albeit in anticipation of rocketing fuel costs.
By far the most damaging for its long-term reputation is the now long string of complaints about unreliable service (often due to suspect maintenance) and jackboot tactics when dealing with unhappy customers.
Here’s the latest instalment, from the mail section of Crikey.com.au: Ben Sandilands writes in Frequent Fury: customers and Qantas on war-footing that "An Australian airline has started using security and police to protect itself from outraged punters who don't get what they paid for." My experience while checking in at Canberra airport a couple of weeks ago shows that Qantas also try to use the Australian Federal Police (rather than calling a manager) to resolve customer service issues, even when the customer is not swearing or being abusive or aggressive. In my case, a check-in officer summoned four Australian Federal Police officers to remove me and my eleven-month-old baby from the check in counter when I asked (and insisted) that I be allowed to speak with the manager in order to resolve a dispute regarding checking in a baby stroller. Having quickly ascertained that my baby and I did not pose any security threat, the police suggested that as this was a customer service issue, rather than a security matter, it would perhaps be more appropriate to call a manager rather than the police, in the first instance. At the request of the Australian Federal Police, the manager was finally called and the situation was resolved.
Berlin airshow a big success
Fuel prices may be worrying the industry, but that didn’t stop the Berlin airshow going off with a bang.
The organisers say: This year’s International Aerospace Exhibition provided an impressive display of this high-tech sector and was also a major attraction for the public. The attendance of 241,000 nearly reached the record level set at the ILA2006 (250,000). Approximately 120,000 trade visitors (2006:115,000) came to find out about the products and services on offer on the 250,000 square metre site, Germany’s largest temporary exhibition grounds, and to learn about the latest trends at more than 100 accompanying conferences. Contracts and business with a value of more than five billion euros were finalised during the event, including the largest known order ever for civil aircraft at the ILA, which was placed with Airbus by Gulf Air (Bahrain) for 35 aircraft worth 3.2 billion euros. The partner country India made the most of its largest ever appearance at any aerospace trade show outside its own borders by presenting its wide-ranging capabilities and sounding out business opportunities.
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Boeing & Aermacchi to chase trainer market
Boeing Company Alenia Aermacchi, a company of Finmeccanica, have announced an agreement to jointly pursue the international jet trainer aircraft market.
Both companies will cooperate on marketing, sales, training and product support activities in international markets for the M-346 next-generation Advanced and Lead-in-Fighter Trainer and the M-311 basic-advanced trainer designed and manufactured by Alenia Aermacchi.
Finmecchanica
Cat III system for Melbourne
Aviation Record: Melbourne Airport expects to get Australia's first 'category III' instrument landing system installed and certified before the end of the year.
The move is expected to significantly reduce the number of aircraft diversions to other airports when Melbourne is affected by fog.
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Industry losses to deepen
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revised its industry financial forecast for 2008 significantly downwards to a loss of US$2.3 billion. The forecast uses a consensus oil price of US$106.5 per barrel crude (Brent). This is a swing of US$6.8 billion from the previously forecasted industry profit of US$4.5 billion that was announced in March and based on an average oil price of US$86 per barrel (Brent).
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Lycoming to approve automotive fuels
Recognising global concerns about the immediate and long-term availability of aviation grade 100LL fuel, Lycoming Engines has begun announced an unleaded automotive gasoline approval program for its standard compression ratio O-360 and IO-360 product lines.
Unleaded 93 AKI automotive gasoline conforming to either Euro Norm EN228 or ASTM D4814 will be the basis of this Lycoming specified fuel. Supplemental requirements within the scope of the existing standards will be stated as necessary for safe operation in aviation applications.
Approval is expected by the northern Autumn. However the company warns that this program will be an engine approval only. Aircraft certification approval must be obtained separately to permit operation with this fuel.
Lycoming
NZ buys 5 hi-tech choppers
New Zealand’s Ministry of Defence has signed a contract for five AgustaWestland AW109 LUH multi-role light twin turbine engine helicopters plus a dedicated flight simulator. The contract value is worth approximately 57 million Euro. These helicopters, scheduled to enter service in 2011, will be operated by the Royal New Zealand Air Force.
AgustaWestland
Cat III system for Melbourne
Aviation record: Melbourne Airport expects to get Australia's first 'category III' instrument landing system installed and certified before the end of the year.
The move is expected to significantly reduce the number of aircraft diversions to other airports when Melbourne is affected by fog.
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Lycoming to approve automotive fuels
Recognising global concerns about the immediate and long-term availability of aviation grade 100LL fuel, Lycoming Engines has begun announced an unleaded automotive gasoline approval program for its standard compression ratio O-360 and IO-360 product lines.
Unleaded 93 AKI automotive gasoline conforming to either Euro Norm EN228 or ASTM D4814 will be the basis of this Lycoming specified fuel. Supplemental requirements within the scope of the existing standards will be stated as necessary for safe operation in aviation applications.
Approval is expected by the northern Autumn. However the company warns that this program will be an engine approval only. Aircraft certification approval must be obtained separately to permit operation with this fuel.
Lycoming
DARPA heliplane stalls
The Register: Efforts by Pentagon tech chiefs to revive a long-neglected rotary wing aircraft type appear to have stalled, as the main contractor announced financial problems and sweeping layoffs.
Groen Brothers Aviation (GBA), the company undertaking the "Heliplane" programme, revealed the extent of its difficulties in a statement at the weekend.
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Dark days for Dreamliner
Boeing’s Dreamliner program is turning into a nightmare for the company, with serious delays now having a new dimension added – an expected downturn in the airline industry, which will see orders slow down further.
Here’s a recent round-up of the news coverage of the 787.
Xinhua, China: US aircraft maker Boeing said it would start delivering 787 Dreamliners to its Chinese customers in the fourth quarter of 2009, after pushing back the target delivery date three times by more than a year behind the original schedule.
Middle East Business Intelligence: Royal Jordanian has confirmed it will seek financial compensation and replacement planes from Boeing because of delays in the delivery of the 787 Dreamliner aircraft it has ordered.
Jordan's recently privatised national airline has 14 of the long-haul aircraft on order, either directly from Boeing or through a lease agreement.
The Earth Times: Russian carrier Aeroflot said Friday it may have to wait two years past the due date for its first orders of US plane manufacturer Boeing's 787 Dreamliner, the company's CEO Valery Okulov was quoted by news agency Interfax as saying on Friday. "We received formal notice about one month back that (Boeing) is about 28 months off its programme," Okulov said.
Red faces in Toulouse
What happens when an Airbus A340-600 breaks loose during engine tests before being returned to service? It’s not pretty…
The pics are six months old, but still worth a look at this link.
No-one was killed, but 5 crew were injured.
Chambliss beats Bonhomme in Detroit
Kirby Chambliss (USA) beat Paul Bonhomme (GBR) in a spectacular Red Bull Air Race World Series battle in Detroit in front of a crowd of 750,000 U.S. and Canadian spectators lined up along the banks of the Detroit River. Chambliss was clocked in a winning time of 1:12.08, just 0.15 seconds faster than Bonhomme (1:12.23) in the third race of the 10-stop 2008 World Series. The Brit still leads the championship. But Chambliss has proven he can be beaten.
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Renegade design for sale
 From Murphy Aircraft: The Murphy Renegade, the agile and predictable biplane designed by Darryl Murphy and built by over 800 customers of Murphy Aircraft, is up for sale.
“It’s the first [commercial] airplane I did”, said Darryl Murphy, “and I still consider it one of the best-flying, and it is still the most fun to fly.”
The Renegade can be built as a single-place or two-place, tandem machine with engines from the two-stroke Rotax 447, 503, and 582 through four-strokes like the 80hp Rotax 912, the 100hp 912S, and the 110hp Rotech 2800 radial. Structure is aluminum tubing and fabric, for a light, strong design. “I like it because it’s easy to make a light, strong truss, and that’s basically what a biplane is,” said Murphy.
Murphy is selling the design, the rights, calculations, manuals, and customer lists. All the parts business for the existing fleet of some 800 aircraft will also be included. Hardware includes “enough extrusions for maybe 50 airplanes,” plus the extrusion die drawings, all fixtures, molds, tooling, and a considerable spare parts inventory. The parts business continues to be strong, and the kits have been selling at the rate of “8-12 a year, pretty steadily – and I haven’t been promoting the Renegade for years,” said Murphy.
“I don’t want any customers to lose out, so we will continue supplying to our customers until the Renegade is sold,” Murphy added, pointing out that all six of his other current designs are sheetmetal, and the Renegade, being tube, extrusions, and fabric, does not fit well in the current manufacturing scenario, which is expanding farther into parts supply for certified airplanes and helicopters.
Murphy Aircraft will continue to support the Renegade builders and parts business until the proper buyer is contracted, and Darryl Murphy is willing to continue for a limited time as a consultant, to help the new owners have a smooth takeover.
The Murphy Renegade is a 51%, Experimental, Owner-Built aircraft under FAA regulations; in Canada, it can be an Advanced Ultralight or an Experimental; and in Europe, it is classed as a microlight. Similar classifications exist worldwide.
Contact mursales@murphyaircraft.com
Deadline nears
The deadline for submission to a National Aviation Policy Statement from the Federal Government is getting near – June 27.
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