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Britten-Norman delivers 50th aircraft for Cirrus

10/11/2006 09:39:11

Aero Composites Ltd (ACL), the Britten-Norman subsidiary responsible for the Cirrus SR20 and SR22 aircraft reassembly, has now delivered its 50th aircraft. ACL was established in September 2005 following an agreement between Cirrus Design Corporation and Britten-Norman, to address the rapidly increased demand for the SR
range of aircraft. The long standing UK aircraft manufacturer is the sole reassembly facility for the European market.

"We are extremely pleased to have reached our landmark 50th aircraft reassembly for Cirrus” commented ACL's reassembly supervisor Mick Brittain. “We have a highly motivated team who are proud of their close working relationship with the world's leading General Aviation aircraft manufacturer.”

The 50th aircraft was a top of the range SR22 with specialist graphics kit.

Britten-Norman's Group Chief Executive, William Hynett said “To have reached our 50th aircraft after only 12 months in operation is an impressive achievement for our Aero Composites team and is a reflects their dedication. We are now achieving an output of 100 aircraft a year and are looking to increase capacity to meet Cirrus demands for 2007”

Britten-Norman is proud to announce that it has received full accreditation from Cirrus Design Corporation as an Authorised Service Centre. Utilising the expertise gained from the Cirrus reassembly, Britten-Norman offers a full maintenance service for all FAA and EASA registered aircraft and also provides avionics systems design and installation. To add the extra level of service the company is renowned for, it will assist all Cirrus customers using its servicing facilities with transportation to and from Bembridge Airport.

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