Lake Elmo, MN (21D), March 20, 2018 – Momentum Aeronautics, LLC recently completed an aircraft Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) project for Parker Hannifin Corp. Aircraft Wheel and Brake Division through the FAA Chicago Aircraft Certification Office (ACO). STC number SA04264CH approves the installation of Parker wheels and brakes on Pilatus PC-7 aircraft.
Momentum's project completion included all necessary engineering, airworthiness, testing, and FAA coordination services necessary to obtain the STC for installation of the approved Parker wheel and brake assembly. Momentum worked closely with the FAA Chicago ACO Systems Section, who issued the approval. The project included a full experimental flight test program with airworthiness support.
"We are proud to provide Parker Hannifin with a finished deliverable, and we would like to thank the Chicago ACO for their prompt assistance during the STC program," said Dan Garrett, Managing Partner. "Parker has a very good wheel and brake product for this aircraft. We greatly enjoy doing our part to marry reliable and cost effective products with practical solutions in the field. Landing gear modification is one of our specialties. This STC program showcased our ability to take a landing gear modification project effectively from idea to first sale."
Momentum Aeronautics, LLC is a leading provider of aircraft engineering, production and airworthiness services, based at the Lake Elmo, MN airport (21D). Momentum serves aircraft operators, modifiers and manufacturers by providing applied solutions for all types of FAA approvals. Momentum brings its comprehensive knowledge of aircraft operations, production, engineering, certification and business to to help clients across the globe find profitable solutions to unique aircraft engineering challenges with a special emphasis on landing gear and interior programs.
