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Wanted: reliable low-speed indicator

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is continuing its search for a lightweight and affordable low-speed indication and warning device for use in the

By Thierry Dubois • Writer

March 30, 2009

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is continuing its search for a lightweight and affordable low-speed indication and warning device for use in the civil helicopter market. The agency launched the tender in October, citing the need for accurate speed measurement and the poor performance of current pitot tubes.

According to project certification manager Ricardo Frollo, a device that provides a low-speed indication from all directions would be ideal. This would include associated warning, when necessary. Existing systems are for military or research use only and thus are not tailored to the civil market, he said. The EASA will not fund the development of the selected design, however, as it is not in its remit, a spokesperson told AIN.

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