BIG LAKE, ALASKA, 27-Feb-14 — Airforms’ turboprop PMA product line expansion continued this week with FAA approval for a replacement brake disc applicable to EADS CASA 212-200 aircraft. “We are pleased to continue our product development in the turboprop market segment.” said Dave Utsch, Sales and Marketing Director. “We have engineered a replacement part that meets or exceeds the original brake system performance requirements, while reducing cost 60% from the OEM list price. Our part features precise machining to improve the disc fit and help ensure proper operation. In addition, we have a policy of maintaining stock for immediate shipment and offer a single tier pricing structure, regardless if the aircraft is AOG.” The Airforms CASA 212 brake disc is applicable to all -200 model aircraft and is a direct replacement for the original disc. The Airforms’ design features a three-step heat treatment process to minimize wear characteristics in service, followed by precision machining. Airforms’ work on the brake disc is the result of extensive collaboration with the commercial fleet and a result of direct request. Airforms, Inc. is focused on operator feedback and offers value added solutions for part procurement requirements. Airforms, Inc. is the leading global supplier of replacement engine baffles for a wide range of general aviation aircraft; products also include an expanding line of turboprop aircraft PMA parts and STCs. Airforms maintains an FAA approved manufacturing system for PMA parts, supported by FAA DER staff engineers. For more information, including a secure online marketplace and catalog, visit www.airforms.biz. Hours are 7 AM to 7 PM CST on all business days and can be reached directly at 907-892-8244, or at our website www.airforms.biz.
Airforms, Inc. awarded FAA PMA approval for CASA 212 Brake Disc
Key Takeaways:
- Airforms has received FAA approval for a new replacement brake disc applicable to EADS CASA 212-200 turboprop aircraft, further expanding its PMA product line.
- The new brake disc significantly reduces cost by 60% compared to the OEM, while meeting or exceeding original performance requirements through precise machining and a specialized three-step heat treatment for durability.
- Airforms emphasizes customer value by maintaining immediate stock, offering a single-tier pricing structure regardless of AOG status, and developing solutions based on direct operator feedback and collaboration.
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