Tue, Apr 12, 2011
U.S. Made Propeller, Transponder, Landing Gear To Be Used On
Imported LSAs
The phrase "domestic content" is most often associated with
Detroit auto manufacturers, used to quantify the portion of their
vehicles that is fabricated in the United States. For several
years, importer Flight Design USA has been using an increasing
percentage of U.S. made components in the CT and MC series aircraft
they sell in the U.S. market.
Flight Design CTLS
Why use more "domestic content?" Flight Design USA cites many
reasons including high-quality and well-respected American parts,
easier servicing of parts subject to normal wear, plus lower costs.
While some countries offer low cost labor, aerospace parts made to
precise standards are often best sourced from U.S. producers.
"We are pleased to announce that Flight Design USA will be using
an American-made Sensenich three-blade composite propeller, the
Dynon Mode S transponder, and Desser 4.00 x 6 inch tires and
tubes," reported Flight Design USA president, Tom Peghiny.
According to staff at German manufacturer Flight Design GmbH, the
Desser tires are more durable than the Sava tires previously used
plus the Sensenich and Dynon brands are well accepted by U.S.
buyers. Previously Flight Design USA announced the following
American-sourced components: brake systems (Matco); airframe
parachute (BRS); radios and avionics (Garmin); intercom (PS
Engineering); EFIS/EMS glass displays (Dynon); optional autopilot
(TruTrak); and additionally, oil hoses; fire sleeve material; and
other items.
Flight Design MC
"We have steadily increased the American-made content in our CT
and MC series of Light-Sport Aircraft," reported John Gilmore,
national sales manager for Flight Design USA. "Our customers
appreciate the value of 'Made in America' and it enables us to
provide a very high level of professional service and support."
"Flight Design made a decision four years ago to increase the
U.S. content of our aircraft whenever possible. Doing so reduces
our exposure to exchange rate fluctuations," explained Peghiny.
"And our American owners also think this is worthy; they get faster
service, lower prices, and can communicate in their own language
and with no time zone or exchange rate problems. He estimated that
close to 50 percent of the value of the aircraft comes from
American suppliers.
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