CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- UTC Aerospace
Systems, a division of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX),
announced today that it has recently received a Supplemental Type
Certificate (STC) from both the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
for a set of new, advanced technology LED wing navigation lights
for the Airbus A320 aircraft family. Through a combination of
innovative features, the lights are designed to offer customers a
convenient retrofit option that provides enhanced longevity and
reliability to reduce maintenance and operating costs.
Equipped with longer-lasting LED technology, the new lights
boast a mean time between failure (MTBF) of 39,000 operating hours.
Each light contains two redundant high-power LED systems, for
enhanced reliability. A near-end-of-life indicator provides the
user with a visual indication when 1,000 operating hours remain. In
addition, the lights are engineered to provide increased resistance
to humidity through a proprietary production process.
Currently in service with major European and North American
airlines, the new lights are mechanically and electronically
interchangeable with current units installed on A320 conventional
wing tips.
"At UTC Aerospace Systems, we're committed to continuously
developing technologies and creating products that save our
customers time and money, and that's precisely what our new wing
navigation lights are designed to do," said Mike Wagner, Senior Director of Aftermarket for
Interiors. "With the recent certifications from FAA and EASA,
airlines can now retrofit their A320 fleets with these new lights,
and benefit from the increased reliability and operational
efficiency they provide."
Based in Lippstadt, Germany,
Goodrich Lighting Systems GmbH designs and manufacturers
tip-to-tail interior and exterior lighting products for commercial
aircraft, regional and business jets, military aircraft and
rotorcraft. With decades of experience in developing and producing
aircraft lighting, the business combines the latest technology with
sophisticated designs and elaborate optical concepts to help its
customers reduce maintenance and operating costs.
About UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world's largest suppliers of
technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. UTC
Aerospace Systems designs, manufactures and services integrated
systems and components for the aerospace and defense industries,
supporting a global customer base with significant worldwide
manufacturing and customer service facilities. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utcaerospacesystems.com
or follow us on Twitter: @utcaerosystems
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides
high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. By combining a passion for science with precision
engineering, the company is creating smart, sustainable solutions
the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our
website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC
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