Smooth Operator

In June 2023, Tamarack Aerospace Group and Italian-based SkyAlps airlines signed a Letter Of Intent (LOI) by which the two concerns would partner to offer the world’s lightest, quietest, and most sustainable DeHavilland Q400 aircraft.

Tamarack has since entered into discussions with numerous global air-carriers seeking to upgrade their Bombardier Q400 regional turboprop aircraft with Tamarack’s Eco-SMARTWING technology.

The upgrade occasions significant fuel savings, diminished engine emissions and aircraft noise, enhanced safety, smoother ride, and increased climb performance.

One yet-to-be-named European airline posits Tamarack’s technology will increase its passenger loads, hasten its Return On Investment (ROI) and afford it a marketing advantage over competing airlines.

The names of the airlines with which Tamarack is in talks are to be made public in short order.

U.S. Congressman and Chairman of the Congressional Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Garret Graves (Republican, Louisiana) was present at the Paris press conference during which the Tamarack - SkyAlps LOI was announced. Congressman Graves set forth the agreement had global implications, stating: “This Letter of Intent between Tamarack—a U.S. aviation technology thought leader—and SkyAlps—also an aviation visionary—is a powerful example of U.S. and other companies working together to meet the world’s sustainability goals.”

Speaking to the subject of his company’s talks with Q400 operators, Tamarack CEO Nick Guida stated: “We’re delighted with the response of new airlines now actively in contact with us and who are interested in Eco-SMARTWING upgrades. I’ve been traveling non-stop to meet these prospects located in several European and North American countries. We are very optimistic about getting the support we need to get program off the ground.”

Differing from conventional, passive winglets, Tamarack’s Performance SMARTWING technology automatically controls wing bending during turbulence and other inflight events by effectively turning off the winglets—thereby alleviating wing-loading. This is accomplished via load-sensors and a camber surface capable of responding to system inputs in fractions of a second. The Active Winglet/load-alleviation system is fully automatic, requires no pilot action, and functions independently of other aircraft systems. What’s more, installation of Tamarack’s Performance SMARTWING requires no aircraft structural reinforcement.

In addition to Tamarack’s Eco-SMARTWING, the planned SkyAlps Q400 is to be retrofitted with products and technologies developed by a highly-regarded contingent of aviation and aerospace concerns.

Founded in 2010 for purpose of developing advancements in aircraft efficiency, Tamarack Aerospace Group is among the world’s foremost providers of aftermarket aerodynamic upgrades for business jets and turboprops.

Mr. Guida remarked: “There has been exceptional interest in Tamarack’s solicitation for manufacturing partnerships now because of aviation’s current increased focus on sustainable flight and Tamarack’s technology is arguably the most dramatic aviation fuel saving and emission reducing technology proven and available right now.”

Mr. Guida added, “Our Eco-SMARTWING winglets instantly react to turbulence, smooth flight, allow for enhanced ability for safety and control, while being able to take-off in high and hot conditions with higher payloads and reduce noise pollution. Noise pollution is lessened because our upgraded aircraft can use shorter runways and get higher faster, away from airports and population centers.”

Tamarack’s Active Winglet upgrade has been installed on nearly ten-percent of the world’s Cessna CitationJet fleet and has proven a boon to private and charter operators alike. The system facilitates increased aircraft range, payload, and takeoff weight while improving ride-quality. To date, approximately 180 CitationJets have been upgraded with Tamarack technology. The company’s Performance SMARTWING has also been installed on Cessna’s M2 GEN2 jet, as well as Beechcraft’s King Air 200 and 350 models.

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