Wed, Jul 01, 2009
System Provides All Critical Air Data Information To The
Pilot
Goodrich Corporation has been selected by Bombardier to
provide its next generation SmartProbe air data system for the
Learjet 85 midsize business jet. The selection marks the first
application of Goodrich’s SmartProbe air data system on a
Learjet aircraft. Work will be performed by Goodrich’s
Sensors and Integrated Systems team in Burnsville, Minn.
The next generation SmartProbe system provides all critical air
data parameters - including stall protection - to the
aircraft’s flight control, pilot display and other systems.
SmartProbe air data sensing technology integrates multi-function
sensing probes, pressure sensors and air data computer processing.
Elimination of pneumatic lines reduces system cost, weight and
complexity. Full integration improves system reliability,
maintainability and performance. The flexibility and versatility of
the next generation SmartProbe system makes it suitable for
traditional to fully fly-by-wire flight control applications.
“Selection of our SmartProbe system, a first at Learjet,
broadens our business opportunities with Bombardier and strengthens
our market leadership in air data systems for next generation
aircraft,” said Jan Mathiesen, vice president, Goodrich
Sensors and Integrated Systems. “The system brings
outstanding value and performance to the Learjet 85 as this
exciting new platform joins a long list of successful aircraft
using SmartProbe technology.”
File Photo
The new Learjet 85 aircraft will be the first Bombardier
business jet to feature an all-composite structure, allowing
Learjet designers to maximize cabin comfort while minimizing drag
and improving performance. Designed to provide a larger, more
comfortable cabin than any existing midsize aircraft, the Learjet
85 jet will offer eight passengers a stand-up cabin built to ensure
superior productivity and comfort. Entry into service is on
schedule for 2013.
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global
supplier of systems and services to aerospace, defense and homeland
security markets. With one of the most strategically diversified
portfolios of products in the industry, Goodrich serves a global
customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and service
facilities.
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