GKN Supplies First Wings, Empennage and Wiring For Eviation Alice Aircraft
GKN Aerospace completed final assembly and integration of these major components for Eviation's all-electric aircraft at its new Global Technology Centre at Bristol in the UK.
GKN Aerospace has delivered the first fully integrated wings, empennage, and electrical wiring interconnection systems (EWIS) for the Eviation Alice all-electric aircraft. The wings and empennage feature advanced composite technology and are the first delivered by GKN Aerospace as fully integrated structures.
In a June 3 announcement, GKN said U.S-based Eviation, is taking advantage of GKN Aerospace’s skills in airframe, structures and EWIS from across the Europe-based group. Products manufactured at facilities in Cowes, Filton, Western Approach, and Hoogerheide have supported the build and assembly. GKN completed final assembly and integration at the new £32 million ($45 million) Global Technology Centre in Bristol.
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