CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- UTC
Aerospace Systems, a division of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), announced today that it has recently received a
Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from both the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Aviation Safety
Agency (EASA) for a set of new, advanced technology LED wing navigation lights for the Airbus A320 aircraft family. Through a
combination of innovative features, the lights are designed to offer customers a convenient retrofit option that provides
enhanced longevity and reliability to reduce maintenance and operating costs.
Equipped with longer-lasting LED technology, the new lights boast a mean time between failure (MTBF) of 39,000 operating
hours. Each light contains two redundant high-power LED systems, for enhanced reliability. A near-end-of-life indicator provides
the user with a visual indication when 1,000 operating hours remain. In addition, the lights are engineered to provide increased
resistance to humidity through a proprietary production process.
Currently in service with major European and North American airlines, the new lights are mechanically and electronically
interchangeable with current units installed on A320 conventional wing tips.
"At UTC Aerospace Systems, we're committed to continuously developing technologies and creating products that save our
customers time and money, and that's precisely what our new wing navigation lights are designed to do," said Mike Wagner, Senior Director of Aftermarket for Interiors. "With the recent certifications from FAA and EASA,
airlines can now retrofit their A320 fleets with these new lights, and benefit from the increased reliability and operational
efficiency they provide."
Based in Lippstadt, Germany, Goodrich Lighting Systems GmbH designs and manufacturers
tip-to-tail interior and exterior lighting products for commercial aircraft, regional and business jets, military aircraft and
rotorcraft. With decades of experience in developing and producing aircraft lighting, the business combines the latest technology
with sophisticated designs and elaborate optical concepts to help its customers reduce maintenance and operating costs.
About UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. UTC
Aerospace Systems designs, manufactures and services integrated systems and components for the aerospace and defense industries,
supporting a global customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and customer service facilities. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utcaerospacesystems.com or follow us on Twitter: @utcaerosystems
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides high-technology systems
and services to the building and aerospace industries. By combining a passion for science with precision engineering, the company
is creating smart, sustainable solutions the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC
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