Adams Aviation Supply Co Ltd
Mercury House, Vulcan Way, New Addington CR0 9UG
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Victory for Tecnam Traveller, True Blue Power and Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics.
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Mercury House, UK
19th February 2019
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Italian aircraft manufacturer,
Tecnam
, is preparing for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification and first customer delivery of the company’s new P2012 Traveller.
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The new, high-wing aircraft recently received European Aviation Safety Administration (EASA) type certification.
True Blue Power
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s intelligent, long-life batteries and
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
’ 2-inch Standby Attitude Module (SAM
®
) are standard equipment on the highly-anticipated Traveller.
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Adams Aviation
is delighted to have been involved, with their relationship with both companies being an important link in connecting these manufacturers to form this important partnership. “
It’s been a brilliant undertaking, a model of teamwork, a superb result
” enthused Robin Walsh, Adams’ Sales & Market Development Manager, adding “
These sorts of projects can take years of planning but it’s so rewarding when such a success comes to fruition
”.
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The 11-seat, twin-engine Traveller meets the growing demand to replace thousands of aging FAR23/CS23 aircraft. Launch customer,
Cape Air
, ordered 20 of the Italian-made aircraft and will replace their existing fleet of Cessna 402s. The Massachusetts-based regional airline is one of the largest in the United States, providing service to more than 525,000 passengers per year.
Cape Air
will be the world’s first airline to place the P2012 into commercial service, and
Tecnam
has already received orders from many other customers worldwide.
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“
We are very proud to partner with Tecnam on the P2012 project
,” said Todd Winter, President and CEO of
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
and
True Blue Power
. “
The certification of the Traveller positions Tecnam as a leading supplier to regional and commuter airlines. Cape Air is a long-time friend and customer of Mid-Continent, and I am certain they will take this aircraft to the next level.
”
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Three intelligent, long-life
True Blue Power® TB17
(17 amp-hour) lithium-ion batteries deliver significant weight savings, increased useful load, superior high-temperature and cold-weather performance, faster engine starts and reduced carbon emissions. These operational benefits add to the versatility of the technologically-advanced P2012, which can be used for passenger aircraft, medevac, VIP, cargo and other missions
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The Traveller’s modern, innovative engineering is evident in the aircraft’s advanced flight deck. The avionics suite is based on the latest generation Garmin G1000 Nxi and incorporates
Mid-Continent’s Standby Attitude Module (SAM)
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Tecnam utilizes SAM’s selectable orientation and compact design to complement the panel. The vertical installation saves space and provides a seamless transition from primary flight displays to standby instruments. SAM is the first digital standby instrument to display attitude, altitude, airspeed, slip, vertical trend and heading information in a unique, 2-inch format.
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About Adams Aviation Supply Co Ltd
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Adams Aviation Supply is Europe's largest distributor of parts and accessories for general and business aviation. Our full range is available to qualified trade customers, with globally competitive prices, quantity breaks and price-sensitive alternatives, and all without hidden extras. Adams Aviation Supply offers market-leading traceability with the goods at no extra charge, along with same-day despatch for next-day delivery across Europe, or via consolidated shipments. Adams has EASA 145 approval and carries over 130 must-have product-lines, offered by experts for each product-type and with, of course, aviation in your language. After all, we are Europe's
plane speaking people.
For more information, visit
www.adamsaviation.com
or
CLICK HERE
to access our capabilities and catalogues.
For 50 years Customer Service has always been the order of the day at Adams.
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True Blue Power specializes in the custom design and manufacturing of power solutions for the global aerospace industry. This includes USB charging ports, inverters, voltage converters, emergency power supplies and advanced lithium-ion batteries. Select products feature proprietary NanoPhosphate® lithium-ion battery technology, which offers stable chemistry, faster charging, consistent output, excellent cycle life and superior cost performance — this translates into smaller, lighter products that are less than half the size and weight of existing solutions. For additional information, please visit
truebluepowerusa.com
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About
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
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Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics manufactures, overhauls and repairs aircraft instruments, avionics and advanced power solutions. Operating within an AS9100D-certified facility; Mid-Continent serves 72 countries and supports business and commercial aviation, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), defense and special missions markets. The company manufactures more than 25,000 units per year and processes more than 15,000 units in its maintenance, repair, overhaul and exchange operation. Mid-Continent’s customer base includes original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), fixed base operators (FBOs), instrument and avionics shops, flight schools and government agencies. For additional information, please visit
mcico.com
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TECNAM’s roots go all the way back to the Italian brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale who began to develop and produce innovative aircraft soon after the end of WWII. Since those early beginnings, the family has continued to create original models, first gaining worldwide recognition under the name Partenavia, which translates as “Naples Aviation”. Costruzioni Aeronautiche TECNAM was established in March 1986 and now operates in three production facilities. The Casoria facility is located adjacent to Naples’ Capodichino Airport while the main factory is next to the “Oreste Salomone” Airport in Capua. Recently a new facility was established in Sebring, Florida, USA and in Australia to serve and support the needs of Tecnam’s local owners and operators. For additional information, please visit
tecnam.com
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Media Contact:
Name: Robin Walsh
Title: Sales and Market Development Manager
Phone: +44 (0)1689 842999
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