TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2018 /CNW/ - Magellan Aerospace
("Magellan") and Robinson Helicopter Company ("Robinson") announced
today that a Wire Strike Protection System™ (WSPS™) is now
available for the Robinson R66 helicopter platform.
The WSPS™ is designed to provide a measure of protection for
helicopters in level flight in the event of an encounter with
horizontally strung wires and cables, using the concept of guiding
wires over the fuselage into high tensile steel cutting blades. The
R66 WSPS™ system is comprised of an upper cutter, lower cutters,
and a windshield deflector.
Magellan's R66 WSPS™ platform is available as a field kit option
for all R66 helicopters. Factory provisions are available on new
helicopters to simplify field installation. A comprehensive
aftermarket kit, including the internal provisions, will be
available from Magellan's authorized distributors
(http://magellan.aero/product/wsps), to retrofit in-service R66
helicopters."
"We are excited to announce the R66 WSPS™ kit, which is the
product of the combined expertise of both Magellan Aerospace and
Robinson. This new kit is a remarkable achievement. Magellan has
been making and delivering WSPS kits since 1980, and has
established itself as the global expert for this unique product and
technology", said David O'Connor,
Division Manager Defence and Space Products, Magellan Aerospace,
Winnipeg.
"Robinson and Magellan engineering worked in partnership to
develop an R66-specific installation that is simple, lightweight,
and meets all industry-standard wire protection criteria. We look
forward to offering the WSPS™ option to our future and existing
Robinson customers," said Peter
Riedl, Vice President of Engineering, Robinson
Helicopters.
About Magellan Aerospace
Magellan Aerospace is a global aerospace company that provides
complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine
manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. Magellan
designs and manufactures aeroengine and aerostructure assemblies
and components for aerospace markets, advanced proprietary products
for military and space markets, and provides engine and component
repair and overhaul services worldwide. Magellan is a public
company whose shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:
MAL), with operating units throughout North America, Europe, and India.
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SOURCE Magellan Aerospace Corporation
