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SOUTH AFRICA STILL HAS a thankfully deep repository of skills in aviation maintenance and a thriving industry refurbishing old aircraft.
It is not uncommon to find 60 year old airframes being refurbished to genuinely better than new condition, thanks to engine improvements and updated avionics, particularly since ‘glass cockpit’ instrumentation has become far more affordable and easy to install – even in type certified aircraft.
These days a good used Cessna 182 with perhaps a midlife engine can be bought for around R2 million – which is a seventh of the price of a new plane. Not only have you saved millions but your insurance is much cheaper. Of course, maintenance will be a bit – but not that much – higher. And this is where a good AMO comes in.
SA Flyer owned a Cessna 182, ZS-FPI, and then a complex turbocharged retractable Piper Saratoga, ZS-OFH. What we learned is that the differences in maintenance between a good and
poor AMO is very noticeable in terms of aircraft availability and reliability. This was evident when we switched from the Rand Airport based agents to Ferreira Aviation in Bloemfontein.
Avionics are the field where the most progress has been made and this makes older aircraft excellent candidates for an avionics upgrade. Particularly popular are STCs for the installation of the industry standard Garmin G600 and G1000.And for those aircraft that have the performance – the installation of altimetry to meet RVSM requirements.
Specialist avionics installers at Lanseria such as Aeronautical Aviation and Century Avionics pioneered the installation of the industry standard Garmin G1000 into King Air 200s and these have now become a very popular upgrade across the industry.
The refurbishment industry has made it possible to own old aircraft that are as good as new. And you can also add a lot of sexy new avionics kit, such as terrain avoidance systems that a fifty-year-old piston single would have lacked because those systems had not yet been invented.
Typical installations include a dual air data attitude heading reference system (AHRS), dual PFDs, a centre MFD with moving map, FMS, navcoms and WAAS GPS, radar display, and a pedestal-mounted FMS keyboard. Popular too are numerous electronic engine instrument displays and a battery powered all-in-one standby PFD.
A typical avionics selection for the upgrade of older piston singles involves a Garmin G600 glass-panel with synthetic vision as a PFD for the pilot’s side. This gets its data from a WAAS capable, TAWS-B certified Garmin GNS 530W and GNS 430W GPS/navcom that fits in the centre radio stack.
On the right side of the panel a JPI EDM 930 engine-monitoring screen that displays all engine parameters including fuel flow, rpm, manifold pressure and electrical output is an ideal partner for GAMI injectors for better temperature control and lean of peak operation for fuel injected engines.
The leader in engine upgrades to the ubiquitous turboprops that are so popular in Africa is Blackhawk. This company has specialised in upgrades to the engines of the King Air range in particular, but also handle Cessna Caravans , Pilatus PC-12s and Piper Cheyennes.
The engine upgrade that put Blackhawk on the map is its Beechcraft King Air 200 engine replacement. Blackhawk offers no less than three engine upgrade packages for King Air 200s. The three upgrades are the XP42, XP52 and XP61 and they all generate important performance and savings benefits, yet each package has distinctive characteristics to benefit specific flight requirements and profiles. Some of the key benefits include: An increased rate of climb, higher single engine service ceiling and faster cruise speeds resulting in reduced time on airframe and engines and higher resale value (according to Vref).
the B200’s original PT6A-41 or PT6A-42 engines for factory-new Pratt & Whitney PT6A52 engines. No major airframe modifications are required and some of the key benefits are for Africa’s hot and high operations: the extended maximum operating ITT to 820 C with a higher horsepower flat rating of more than 1346 shp which enables it to reach higher altitudes more quickly, fly higher and faster and thus reduces specific fuel consumption. It is calculated that this typically saves $38,000 per year in reduced operating costs.
Bizjets, which tend to age quicker due to higher utilisation and faster obsolescence due to jet engine designs becoming more fuel efficient, are excellent candidates for refurbishment. This is especially evident in the re-engining of older airframes such as the HS125-400 with modern high bypass fan jets.
Even the basic jets with OEM fanjets such as Cessna’s Citation 501-SP are able to benefit enormously from engine upgrades. New engines such as the Williams FJ44-2As, which put out 2,300 pounds of thrust a side, provide a much needed performance improvement. At better than 400 knots TAS (50 knots faster than the original) and with a full fuel payload of 1,670 pounds, the Williams engine upgrade takes a well loved aircraft and makes it faster, stronger and gives it a 1,400 nm IFR range.
C182 and the ‘heart attack’ scheme on our Saratoga. This scheme was done by our artist Darren Edward O’Neil and we were so pleased we added his signature. Darren will propose a sketch layout and then, with painstaking attention to detail and proportion, make sure it is applied as intended to the physical requirements of the actual aircraft.
A key point to remember when repainting aircraft is that it must be done by an approved maintenance organisation as the control surfaces have to be removed and then professionally rebalanced before installation.
Interiors are another critical item – most owners elect to use wool carpeting, and new padding and leather covering for seats. All materials must have a fire certificate – so this is not a job for non-aircraft approved suppliers, even if they are much cheaper.
Another popular aftermarket option are airbags –built into the seat-belt for the front two seats, as well as new LED lights and new plastic window reveals.
South Africa is blessed to still have such a deep legacy of aircraft refurbishment skills and it is the antidote to increasingly unaffordable new aircraft prices.
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It’s not just about engines and avionics – refurbishment customers want their planes to look like new. All good paint shops start with a complete paint strip and prime, followed by three coats of base paint with additional coats for the colour. Decals are becoming an increasingly popular option.
Specialists can do you custom paint schemes as was the case with the yellow extremities we had for better visibility on our
Established in 2007, 208 Aviation is a South African privately-owned company that strives to provide a broad range of aircraft maintenance and inspection services. With 15 years of operation, we have become a key player in aviation operations on the African continent.
208 Aviation has a full SACAA Part 145 AMO (Aircraft Maintenance Organisation) approval with Category A and C ratings. We also hold CAA approvals for South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, Zambia, Namibia, Uganda and Malawi.
Our speciality is Cessna 208 Caravan, Beechcraft King Air, Kodiak, TBM and Eclipse aircraft maintenance and technical support.
We are a very proud approved Blackhawk dealer and installation facility.
Over the years, we have earned a reputation for providing superior quality workmanship. Doing things right is how we do business. We consider it our responsibility to go above and beyond when it comes to aviation safety and customer satisfaction.
With sound growth and a proven track record, we welcome you to experience the advantage of a dedicated team that brings unprecedented commitment to our customers. Take a few minutes to discover what our expertise can do for you at www.208aviation.com
Call: +27 83 744 3412
Email: ben@208aviation.co.za
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BASED AT LANSERIA International Airport, Aeronautical Aviation was founded in 2005 and has been supporting and offering specialised services within the General Aviation industry with the repair, overhaul, and installation of aircraft instrumentation, avionics, electrical and pilot accessories. Our innovative laser department specialises in the refurbishment of backlighting switch and circuit breaker panels, transforming old, outdated panels to look as new as the equipment being installed.
Our team of qualified technicians have knowledge and training on all the products we supply and are Garmin and Collins Aerospace Factory trained. We believe that offering hands on training on equipment installed into an aircraft is a pivotal part to ensuring our clients are armed with the knowledge to operate the equipment fully, epitomising the Aeronautical Aviation difference.
Our extensive dealership base with our numerous suppliers including Garmin, Bose, Collins Aerospace, and Avidyne enable us to provide our clients with a variety of options to suit budget and operational needs. Aeronautical Aviation are proudly Garmin’s largest accredited dealer and distributor in Africa, as well as a Garmin Platinum dealer.
At Aeronautical Aviation we pride ourselves on service excellence and are committed to providing our customers with outstanding and exceptional quality. j
WE SPECIALIZE IN:
- Avionics
- ACK Agents (ELTs')
- Repairing and fault finding in rotor and fixed wing aircraft
- Overhaul and repairing of DC/ AC Electrical, Magneto and ignition equipment
- Full Battery workshop facilitating NiCad and Lead Acid batteries
- Aircraft electrical modifications and installations
- We travel to any destinations for MPI’s and repairs
Danie van Wyk: 083 269 8696
Fax: 011 701 3232
CAPE TOWN
Signature Hanger, Beachcraft Road
Cape Town International
Tel: 021 934 5373
Erwin Erasmus: 082 494 3722
Website: www.aeroelectrical.co.za
Email: office@aeroelectrical.co.za
AERO ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS was established in 2004 by Erwin Erasmus and Danie van Wyk joined shortly afterwards. Between the two of them, they have more than 60 combined years in Aviation. Both Erwin, who now heads the Cape Town Branch, and Danie, who manages the Lanseria Branch, started their careers at Atlas Aircraft Corporation mastering their skills set in General Aviation, Avionic &
AES are a SACAA (South African Civil Aviation) approved at both their facilities at Lanseria Airport and at Cape Town International airport. Between the team of eleven engineers, they carry W & X, Avionics, Instruments, Ignition Equipment, Radios, Auto Pilot, and Compass systems (pulse and non-pulse) licences.
AES has excelled to such a high degree
AEROSPACE ELECTROPLATING has been based at Rand Airport, Germiston since its launch in 1980 and for the past 43 years has served the aircraft industry with distinction in the supply of high quality surface finished products.
From 2012 the company is now a subsidiary of Mistral Aviation Services and run by Oliver Trollope with a highly experienced and qualified team of electroplaters.
Aerospace Electroplating is fully approved as SACAA AMO 506. Its processes are approved by Denel, Airbus Europe, Rolls Royce, Pratt & Whitney and Allison Doil. The company offers a wide range of services for aircraft owners and
general industry, and through their partnership with Mistral Aircraft Services they can also offer engineering and non-destructive testing services.
Aerospace Electroplating’s highly qualified team are available to advise prospective clients on the perfect solution to all electroplating solutions to perfectly re-finish aircraft components to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Aerospace Electroplating can be contacted on Tel: 011 827 7535 or email: petasus@mweb.co.za j
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CEMAIR CEO MILES VAN DER MOLEN and his wife Dr Laura van der Molen have always been strongly supportive of animals. CemAir was one of the first airlines to actively support pet travel – even in the cabin if appropriate.
Their willingness to take on the responsibilities of animal travel culminated in a request for them to urgently transport a sick pangolin, with badly infected wounds, from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. The Pangolin was treated with great care and went on to make a good recovery. The story gets even better, as the pangolin was then found to be pregnant.
Pangolins are one of the most threatened species in the world and so this selfless action by the CemAir team has made a significant difference to not just one – but a new family of pangolins.
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IN ALL FORMS OF: SHEET, PLATE, COIL, ROD, BAR, TUBE, EXTRUSIONS
ALL MATERIAL FULLY CERTIFIED TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS, SUCH AS: AMS, QQ-S, QQ-A, ASTM, SAE, MIL
www.alclad.co.za I Ed Knibbs: +27 83 251 4601 I ed@alclad.co.za
www.alclad.co.za | Ed Knibbs: +27 83 251 4601 | ed@alclad.co.za
Visit us at our partner company at the Paris Air Show, Paris Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, Hall 3, USA Pavilion, Booth 3-F174, Mon, Jun 19, 2023 - Sun, Jun 25, 2023
Alclad Sheetmetal Services was established in 1987 and were located at Lanseria Airport for many years. In recent years Alclad has concentrated on material sales to the African aviation industry.
Ed Knibbs has 40 years’ experience in African aviation and have been importing and supplying material for more than 25 years. With that knowledge he is capable of locating and supplying the full range of aluminium, stainless, titanium and other aerospace alloys. The company’s policy is to provide products and services that meet international aviation standards and which are delivered on-time and at the greatest value.
Alclad have an agreement with Sigma Aerospace Metals in the USA, who have
multiple machine capabilities for all aerospace metal needs. All materials supplied are from approved vendors and supplied with full certification and traceability.
Alclad’s commitment to the supply of quality material and knowledge of aircraft materials has made us leaders in supply of aerospace metals to the aviation industry for many years.
We have a large inventory of aerospace material in our warehouse close, which is conveniently located close to Lanseria Airport. The have large sheet stock inventories include:
2024: aluminium alloy. 6061: aluminium alloy. 7075: aluminium alloy.
Ed Knibbs : +27 832514601
Recently accredited to perform EMB145 Landing Gear Overhaul and Repair.
AviSys Aviation Systems is an established Maintenance Organization AMO 1089 with SA-CAA, and other African CAA accreditation to perform component maintenance and overhaul capabilities under its Category B rating. Currently, AviSys is equipped to cater for our Clients needs as per the SA-CAA Approved Capability List and Operational Specifications on the following:
• Aircraft Braking Systems repair and full overhaul capability with SA-CAA Component Release to Service (Authorised Release Certificate) on the following OEM Makes; ABSC, Honeywell / Bendix, Goodrich and Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems.
• Aircraft main and nose wheel assemblies for the above makes, to repair and overhaul.
• Landing Gear Repair and Overhaul
• Helicopter Servo Actuator Repair and Overhaul
• Flexible Hose Build-up
• Engine Fire Bottles HPT, Service, Fill and Re-charge
AviSys Aviation Systems is committed to deliver Service Excellence and Quality Workmanship at market related prices, carried out with years of cumulative aviation experience in our field by means of dedicated hand-picked Staff Members
AviSys looks forward to establish long and just relationships with our client base, in order to meet our high standards of customer satisfaction.
A warm Thank You and shout out to our long standing and loyal Customers’ Support for the past 12 years!
Email: dewald@avisys.co.za
Phone: +27 (0) 83 442 5884 7 Fax: +27 (0) 86 618 6996
AVISYS AVIATION SYSTEMS is an established Maintenance Organisation (AMO 1089) with SA CAA, and other African CAA accreditation to perform component maintenance and overhaul capabilities under its Category B rating.
Currently, AviSys is equipped to cater for our clients’ needs as per the SA CAA Approved Capability List and Operational Specifications on the following:
• Aircraft Braking Systems repair and full overhaul capability with SA CAA Component
• Release to Service (Authorised Release Certificate) on the following OEM Makes;
• ABSC, Honeywell / Bendix, Goodrich and Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems.
• Aircraft main and nose wheel assemblies for the above makes, to repair and overhaul.
• Landing Gear Repair and Overhaul
• Helicopter Servo Actuator Repair and Overhaul
• Flexible Hose Build-up
• Engine Fire Bottles HPT, Service, Fill and Re-charge
AviSys Aviation Systems is committed to deliver service excellence and quality workmanship at market related prices, carried out with years of cumulative aviation experience in our field by means of dedicated hand-picked staff members.
AviSys looks forward to establishing long and just relationships with our client base, in order to meet our high standards of customer satisfaction.
Hangar 17 Wonderboom Airport
Email: dewald@avisys.co.za
Phone: +27 (0) 83 442 5884
Fax: +27 (0) 86 618 6996
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AVTECH AIRCRAFT SERVICES based at Wonderboom National airport maintains Beechcraft, Piper, Cessna, Bellanca and Aerostar aircraft. With over 28 years of operation, the family-owned business has a vast experience in aircraft maintenance and meets the highest standards, still under the guidance of Rieckert, Sr.
Avtech Aircraft Services component shop specialises in the overhaul and repairs of continental fuel systems, carburettors and constant speed units, which include Woodward, McCauley, Hartzell & PCU5000. This division is run by Andre Botha, AKA Proppie, who also has many years’ experience in his field.
The Avtech team have collectively over 170 years of experience, between just four people. Avtech is therefore a wise first stop for all your general aircraft maintenance requirements.
For more information contact Riekert Stroh, Snr, on 082 555 2808 or Riekert Stroh, Jnr, on 082 749 9256. Visit them at Hangar 6 Wonderboom Airport.
At Dynamic Propellers cc we overhaul and maintain all Hartzell, McCauley, MT-Propeller, Hoffmann, Dowty, Sensenich, Whirl Wind and Hamilton standard propellers to include metal and composite blades. We do all maintenance procedures related to aircraft propeller overhauls as called for by the various propeller manufacturers including cadmium plating.
Everything is performed in-house, including cold compression rolling on Hartzell propeller blades, as well as dynamic balancing of propellers in the field. Dynamic Propellers cc is an Authorised Service
Centre for MT-Propeller and Whirl Wind. Dynamic Propellers cc is also appointed as the sole McCauley Authorised Service Centre for the African continent.
We carry a large stock holding of fast moving propellers, hubs, parts, de-icing parts, overhaul kits etc. in our inventory to cater for Hartzell, McCauley, MT – Propeller, Hoffman, Dowty, Sensenich, Whirl Wind and Hamilton standard propellers. We do a huge amount of travelling to local, domestic and neighbouring countries as well as abroad to cater for customer’s propeller requirements.
PILOTS AND PLANES IS AN aviation related retail outlet specialising in Pilot and Aircraft Owner requirements.
Pilots and Planes is one of the larger retail outlets of its kind in South Africa and has its Main branch at Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria, and a second branch at Rand Airport in Germiston.
Merchandise on offer includes:
• Pilot uniforms and apparel
• Aviation headsets (BOSE, DAVID CLARK, AVCOMM, PILOT)
• Sunglasses (RAYBAN, RANDOLPH, BONDI BLUE)
• Study material and equipment
• A wide range of Aviation related gifts
Our Wonderboom and Rand stores trade Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm.
On Saturdays, Wonderboom trades from 8am-2pm and Rand is open every first and last Saturday of every month from 8am-2pm.
Contact Melanie at Wonderboom Airport on: Tel: 012 567-6775
Email: pilotshop@pilotsnplanes.co.za Or Francois at Rand Airport on: Tel: 011 824-3339
Email: rand@pilotsnplanes.co.za
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“QUALITY IS OUR PASSION”, is the mantra that we live by at Executive Aircraft Refurbishment (EAR). Our quality workmanship and service excellence, combined with knowledgeable staff, has earned us the reputation as the No.1 Aircraft Interior and Exterior refurbishment facility.
Complete aircraft exterior paint strip and resprays are done all under one roof, including designing paint scheme lines and logos to customer specifications. We also offer a mobile touchup service to our customers, ensuring their aircraft stays in mint condition.
Our interior shop specialises in complete interior refurbishments such as the renewing of overhead stowage bins and seating, roof-liners, cockpit glare-shields, cabinets and galleys, wool carpets, textile and non-textile floor covering, refurbishment of seats and foam building in
varying modern styles. We manufacture interior window sun-shields and aircraft exterior ground covers. We also re-web and re-certify aircraft safety belts.
From interior refurbishment to exterior spray painting, we do it all. Entrust your fleet to Executive Aircraft Refurbishment for a fresh new look and we promise to have your aircraft ready and serviceable when you need it.
CONTACT:
Tel: +27 (0)10 900 4149 |
Mobile: +27 (0)82 547 8379
Info@earefurbishment.com | Francois@earefurbishment.com
Hangar 11 (interior shop) and 31(paint shop)
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FERREIRA AVIATION’S main base is conveniently situated at the Tempe Airport, Bloemfontein. Building on the success of the Bloemfontein branch, they have recently expanded by opening a second, fully capable branch at George Airport in the southern Cape, offering the same world-class service pilots and aircraft owners have grown accustomed to over the years.
Ferreira Aviation specialises in the maintenance, repair and rebuilding of most light piston and turbine engine aircraft, as well as Bell Jetranger and Robinson R22 & R44 helicopters. Ferreira is approved for all Cessna, Beechcraft, Cirrus, Mooney, Piper and Air Tractor single and twin piston and turbine engine aircraft, as well as various other less common variations.
All work carried out, including sub-contracted work, is overseen by senior management throughout the entire maintenance process to ensure that topquality maintenance is carried out in the shortest possible times – with best possible prices.
Ferreira Aviation is known for employing top-class engineers with a vast amount of experience to attend to anything from the smallest snag to full rebuilds. The company employs their own pilots to carry out post-maintenance test flights, and your aircraft can be collected and delivered from anywhere in Southern Africa.
Be sure to contact Ferreira Aviation for your next maintenance event to experience the world class service provided by this AMO.
Contact Ferreira Aviation on:
Tel: +27 (051) 451 1683 / 083 262 0313 / 083 557 6120.
Email: stanley@ferreiraaviation.co.za or wyndham@ferreiraaviation.co.za.
Visit: www.ferreiraaviation.co.za
George Airport Contact details:
Tel: +27 (044) 050 5451 / 084 331 3964
Email: jp@ferreiraaviation.co.za j
Ferreira Aviation specialises in the maintenance, repair and rebuilding of piston and turbine engine aircraft and helicopters including Robinson R22 & R44 as well as Bell Jet Ranger Helicopters
They have a state of the art facility conveniently situated at the Tempe Airport, Bloemfontein in Central South Africa as well as a newly established facility in George in the Southern Cape, employing well-trained aircraft engineers with a vast amount of experience to attend to anything from the most niggling snag to MPIs and rebuild work.
Ferreira Aviation employs their own pilots to carry out test flights after maintenance, and aircraft can also be collected and delivered from anywhere in Southern Africa.
Fully equiped avionics shops are available at both facilities to attend to all avionic and instrument needs
Contact Ferreira Aviation on:
Tel: +27 (051) 451 1683 / 083 262 0313 / 083 557 6120
Email: stanley@ferreiraaviation.co.za
wyndham@ferreiraaviation.co.za
Website: www.ferreiraaviation.co.za
George Contact details:
Tel: +27 (044) 050 5451 / 084 331 3964
Email: jp@ferreiraaviation.co.za
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HELI AFRIQUE SPECIALIZES in general helicopter maintenance, upgrades, repairs, interior and exterior refurbishment and modifications, specialising in the Airbus Helicopter SA341, H125 (AS350/355 series), H120 (EC 120), H130 (EC 130), H135 (EC 135 series), BO105 and BK117 helicopters. We provide first and second line maintenance of TURBOMECA, Allison and Lycoming Engines and hold a service centre for Robinson R22 & R44 helicopters.
Heli Afrique assist with inspections, C of Registration, Airworthiness formalities and have assistance from SACAA Inspectors to issue Certificates of Airworthiness and Certificates of Registration from abroad in foreign countries.
Heli-Afrique facilitates the sale of used helicopters, carry out export/import, customs and
shipping formalities. We provide pre-purchase inspections of helicopters worldwide.
Based at Rand Airport Hangar 56, Heli-Afrique holds a large range of spares inventory for the above mentioned helicopters and engines.
Heli-Afrique holds the following CAA approvals: SACAA # 830, Republic of Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola and Lesotho.
We are the proven alternate ‘AMO’ to Airbus Helicopters and Safran (TURBOMECA) in Southern Africa.
Contact:
Tel: 011 827 8632/33
Email: tino.conceicao@heli-afrique.co.za www.heli-afrique.co.za j
We specialise in general helicopter maintenance, upgrades, modifications, repairs, interior and exterior refurbishment.
• SA341
• AS350/ 355 series
• EC120/130/135 series
• BO105 series
• BK 117
• McDonald Douglas
• Robinson R22/R44 Schweizer Hughes 300
• Hangarage service available
First and second line maintenance on Safran (Turbomecca), Allison and Lycoming engines. CAA approvals : SACAA # 830, Republic of Zambia, Zimbabwe and Lesotho We now support the BK 117 B2 model “Helicopter for Medi Vac Operations”
SOUTH AFRICAN OPERATORS have aircraft based all over the world. Mistral Aviation was founded in 2002 to address the high cost of operating aircraft thousands of miles from the original equipment manufacturers. The company specialises in brake and landing gear assemblies.
Mistral believes that by utilising the favourable labour rate and local expertise within South Africa, the cost of importing the components can be offset whilst producing a product comparable to that of the European and US facilities. In addition to its wide range of older types such as the B737 and B727 classics, Beechcraft 1900 and 350, and FokkerF27,
Mistral is now approved for the Embraer EMB 135 series.
Mistral Aviation reminds prospective clients that it is an independently owned company and has always traded as Mistral Aviation Services. It is in no way linked with Mistral Aviation, based in the DRC, or any other companies with similar names.
Contact Mistral Aviation at: Telephone: 081 755 2534 or 081 250 5429. Email: Peter@mistral.co.za or visit www.mistral.co.za. Mistral can be found at Safair campus on the east side of OR Tambo airport.
M and N Acoustic Services (Pty) Ltd is a SANAS accredited laboratory and specialises in calibrations on acoustic, human vibration, vibration and DC/LF measuring equipment. The laboratory also operates according to the ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Specification for the competence of calibration laboratories.
Our electrical calibration capabilities include:
• Acoustics
• Noise Exposure Meter
• Sound Level Meters
• Integrating Sound Level Meter
• Dose Badges
• Noise Dosimeters
• Vibration
• Human Vibration Meters
• Vibration Meters
SERVICES
• NDT None destructive testing
• Overhaul
• Midlife inspection
• Refurbish
• Repair
• Assembly
• Disassembly
• Dynamic Balance
HARTZELL SAMPLE APPROVALS
• Composite Blade Overhaul
• Erosion Shield Replacement
• Pitch Change Knob Shot
Peening
• Cold Compression Rolling
• DC Low Frequency
• Multi-Meters
• Clamp Meters
• Insulation Testers
With a dedicated team, they will ensure excellent turn-around times and affordable prices, while never compromising on delivering an outstanding service.
Your Calibration is our concern!
For more information, contact:
Amanda Naudé
Tel: 012 689 2007
APPROVED PROPELLERS
• MT Propeller (Certified Service Centre)
• Hartzell
• McCauley
• Hamilton Sundtrand
• Hoffman
• Sensenich
• Whirlwind
Email: admin@mnacoustics.co.za j CONTACT US
Esta: +27 12 567 1689 esta@propcentre.com
Theuns: +27 71 362 5152 theuns@propcentre.com
Hangar S1, Wonderboom Airport, Pretoria, South Africa
SACAA Approved AMO 155
Dolf: +27 82 852 8965 dolf@propcentre.com
Web: www.propcentre.com
“Let us keep you flying”
PIETER DE NECKER trading as PPROP, has designed and manufactured wood propellers since 1982.
Since 1983 Peter has designed and manufactured over 4000 propellers and serviced over 16000 propellers. It all started with a propeller for a microlight called a Fledge with a 22 HP Sachs engine, the propeller was only 36inches in diameter. This piqued Peter’s interest. He started by finding books and reading up on propellers, there was no Google in those days, information was scarce and very limited, but with perseverance and a very curious mind he managed to acquire some information.
By 2006 Peter had made 2000 propellers by hand. He then acquired a CNC machine with all the CAD and CAM programmes. All handmade propellers then had to be converted and redesigned for CNC cutting. This was a very long and tedious learning process, but with
determination he managed to muddle through this.
Today Peter has designed approximately 500 propellers for engines up to 300hp. PPROP has also designed and manufactured various propellers for DENEL and BAE by military standards.
Peter and Bets have now relocated to Still Bay, but will still be manufacturing and servicing propellers for light aircraft.
Rudolf Pretorius will handle most clients in Gauteng and surrounds.
Bets and Piet contact: 082 925 5834
Rudolf: 082 335 0118
Email: pietpropeller@gmail.com
betszorro@gmail.com
rudolf.pretorius@gmail.com
Address: Farm SP25, on R305 Still Bay
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BETS DE NECKER 082 925 5834
RUDOLF PRETORIUS 082 335 0118
Emails: pietpropeller@gmail.com
betszorro@gmail.com
rudolf.pretorius@gmail.com
Address: FARM SP25 ON R305
STILL BAY 6674
www.p-propeller.co.za
THE P-PROP IS RENOWNED as a high quality wood and composite hybrid propeller - meaning a laminated wood core covered by carbon fiber and glass weave over 70% of the blade area. Each propeller is theoretically designed using the latest state of the art engineer airfoil programs, developed and tested by the best in 3D NURBS graphics to the most exacting BS ISO 1011 military standards. Years and years of development, improvement and utter refinement have yielded a brilliant product that is equal to or better than any similar propeller flown by top pilots today.
From Slovinia, Kanardia’s electronic flight instruments are well known for their intuitive, easy to use interface, lightweight design and reliable, fast hardware at competitive prices. Every module is interconnectable with supplied plug-in CAN bus cables, with no sub-modules, racks or install kits required. Expansion is easy, from just a PFD to say full 2 axis auto-pilot and engine monitor with logging. The 7 or 8,4 inch
touch screen EFIS is supplied with EMS box and detailed mapping without subscription, in master and slave versions and interfaces with TSO’d space saving German manufactured TQ Avionics dual watch VHF-COM and Mode-S / ADS-B transponder. Call us for your nearest installer, or homebuilders do it yourself – it is that easy and we are just a call away.
www.pjaviation.co.za
083 265 0581 j
083 265 0581 www.pjaviation.co.za
SKYSOURCE INTERNATIONAL South Africa was established in 2016 and has established themselves as leaders in the turboprop maintenance sphere, they offer full end-to-end solutions for the turboprop operating community. The entire Skysource team live by a simple mission “Quality is our passion”.
The highly qualified team at Skysource have all been hand-picked by the management for their level of training and their unique skill-set. The team skills are constantly being improved through a rigorous training policy that has become part of the Skysource culture.
Skysource International South Africa endeavours to keep all their client’s aircraft operating to the highest safety standards, allowing the client to focus on fleet management and the commercial success of their businesses.
Based at Lanseria International Airport
Skysouerce is centrally located for all turboprop owners and operators from all over Southern Africa to access with ease for all of their MRO needs. Skysource delivers tailored, cost-effective maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions to the regional turboprop community. With longterm maintenance solutions, they assist in lowering costs and eliminating surprises further down the road.
Maintenance and repairs are done within the fastest possible time frames as they understand how costly time constraints can be in aviation.
Skysource aims to extend the lifespan of its client’s aircraft and keep downtime to a bare minimum. In addition, Skysource specialises
in scheduled inspections, testing and airframe repairs, and provides tailored solutions, based on each client’s individual needs.
To further assist their clients Skysource has recently acquired a share in aircraft paint and interior refurbishment specialists also based at Lanseria this along with their avionics capability expands their service to include any request that a client may have.
Skysource pride themselves on building lasting relationships with their clients, the relationship often starts with a pre-purchase inspection, which the Skysource team will perform anywhere in the world offering the client peace of mind when acquiring an aircraft.
Skysource is approved by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) as an Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (MRO), as well as an approved USA FAA facility. Skysource has both an airframe class-1 composite rating and airframe class-3 all-metal rating, as well as ratings for CESSNA 208 , PC12 , KING AIR 90, KING AIR 200, KING AIR 350, Beechcraft 1900C and 1900D Lanseria International Airport Hangar 203
Gate 5
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SKYTRIM AIRCRAFT REFURBISHING Pty Ltd. AMO 906
Skytrim is a leading aircraft interior and exterior aviation refurbishing company based at Rand Airport.
The company’s Mission Statement says it all: “To provide leading edge upholstery and painting for the aircraft industry. Service, quality, compliance and total customer satisfaction with every job is paramount while maintaining a pleasant and healthy environment for staff.”
Skytrim designs, develops, and manufactures luxury aircraft interiors and exteriors plus all
accessories. The company has the ability to embroider designs on seats. The company is recognized for integrating the latest production technology in work processes.
Contact Rico Kruger
+27 11 827 6638
082 378 1326
www.skytrim.co.za
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STANDARDAERO is one of the world’s largest independent providers of engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, providing OEM-authorized support for leading aeroengines and APUs including the AE 3007, APS 2300, CF34-3/-8, CFM567B, GTCP36, JT15D, LEAP-1A/B, PT6A, PW100, PW150A, PW901A/C, RB211-535 and RE220.
StandardAero’s facility at Lanseria International Airport near Johannesburg is a fully authorized Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF) for the PT6A family, and the world’s only independent service provider authorized to overhaul the PT6A-140. In addition, the facility provides full support – up to and including overhaul – for 41 other variants of the engine.
The Lanseria facility also offers service center and mobile repair team (MRT) support for the PW100 turboprop and JT15D turbofan.
With more than five decades of experience in repairing and overhauling P&WC engines, StandardAero has developed a reputation for quality workmanship, industry leading turnaround times, exceptional customer service and competitive pricing.
Jason Gallant
General Manager
Office: +27 11 701 3035
jason.gallant@standardaero.com
StandardAero Lanseria, a Pratt & Whitney PT6A designated overhaul facility (DOF) and the sole independent DOF approved for the PT6A-140, is pleased to support operators across Africa with P&W’s flat rate overhaul (FRO) program, which combines OEM-level quality with guaranteed “not to exceed” capped pricing. Meaning that you can plan your maintenance expenses with confidence, and without any compromises.
StandardAero Lanseria, a Pratt & Whitney PT6A designated overhaul facility (DOF) and the sole independent DOF approved for the PT6A-140, is pleased to support operators across Africa with P&W’s flat rate overhaul (FRO) program, which combines OEM-level quality with guaranteed “not to exceed” capped pricing. Meaning that you can plan your maintenance expenses with confidence, and without any compromises.
The FRO program does not incur extra charges for typical corrosion, sulphidation or repairable foreign object damage (FOD), and PMA parts are accepted.
The FRO program does not incur extra charges for typical corrosion, sulphidation or repairable foreign object damage (FOD), and PMA parts are accepted.
As the industry’s leading independent aeroengine MRO provider, StandardAero is trusted by airline, governmental and business aviation operators worldwide for responsive, tailored support solutions. Contact us today to learn more.
As the industry’s leading independent aeroengine MRO provider, StandardAero is trusted by airline, governmental and business aviation operators worldwide for responsive, tailored support solutions. Contact us today to learn more.
BASED ON THE DENEL CAMPUS at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, Star Air Maintenance was established in 2009 to provide maintenance up to C-Check for Star Air’s growing fleet of 737s and third-party aircraft.
Providing their clients with a world class service has always been central to Star Air’s vision for the company. Through Star Air Maintenance, Star Air offers a ‘best in international standards’ service in terms of quality, turnover times and cost efficiency, allowing airlines to focus their efforts on marketing and ticketing their routes.
The company’s vision has ensured that Star Air Maintenance has kept pace with the recognised international standards in terms of safety, best practice and service to its clients. Through extensive improvement programmes, Star Air Maintenance has ensured its staff compliment of over 40 trained professionals is able to deliver one of the best airline support services on the continent.
For more information, contact Star Air Maintenance on:
Tel: +27 11 973 5512
Email: marzanne@starcargo.co.za
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TPSC (AMO076) was founded in February 1992 by a highly experienced aircraft engineer, Mr. Dennis Byrne, who has been in the aviation industry for the past 60 years. TPSC is a family-run business, currently jointly owned and operated by siblings Caryn Scrimgeour and Dale Byrne. With family being the core of the business, it is essential to ensure an open-door policy with all our clients as well as our staff, which enables us to communicate and understand the needs and requirements of all involved in the continued success of the business.
TPSC operates an aircraft maintenance organization (AMO) based at Lanseria International Airport in South Africa. TPSC has built up a reputation over the years for providing a high standard of aircraft maintenance and customer service throughout the Southern Hemisphere of Africa. We have been operating from Lanseria International Airport for the last 30 years, specializing in Beechcraft, Cessna, Daher TBM, and Piper aircraft.
With our vast experience in aircraft maintenance, administration, parts procurement, and a network of trusted and experienced professionals in their respective supporting functions, i.e., avionics, electrical, and instrumentation, NDT, sheet metal, interior and exterior refurbishment, turbine, piston engine, and propeller overhaul, we can ensure to give our customers the service they deserve.
The TPSC facility and staff are fully approved by the South African CAA and Malagasy CAA. We also have the assistance of a fully endorsed FAA A&P/IA to assist with the release of US-registered aircraft.
Contact:
Turbo Prop Service Centre cc
Hangar No.29&30, Lanseria Int’l Airport, Lanseria, Gauteng
T: +27 (11) 701-3210
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Lanseria
Tel: +27 (11) 701-3210
info@tpscsa.co.za
www.tpscsa.co.za
UAVIONIX IS THE LEADING PROVIDER of ADS-B products world-wide for General Aviation and Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Founded with a mission of advancing aviation safety through a connected airspace, uAvionix’s innovative tailBeaconX combines a rear LED position light with a 1090 MHz ADS-B OUT / Mode S transponder, SBAS GPS, and antennas that future-proof your aircraft for ADS-B requirements. The advanced AV-30 EFIS display is an easy retrofit in an existing 3” panel slot and serves as the tailBeaconX transponder controller. Together, the tailBeaconX and AV-30 deliver cuttingedge performance for both certified and experimental aircraft.
Comprised of aviation enthusiasts and pilots, the uAvionix team leverages unparalleled engineering and manufacturing expertise to deliver transponders, cockpit displays, and portable ADS-B devices that improve safety and your flying experience.
uAvionix ships to South Africa. Interested in becoming a uAvionix customer or reseller? We look forward to connecting with you!
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Email: sales@uavionix.com
Website: www.uavionix.com
VELOCITY AVIATION was created in 2007 to deliver exceptional service with regards to Flight Clearances, Ground Handling, and Aircraft Parts.
With the primary focus of creating a service unique to the African continent, the company’s accuracy, efficiency and professionalism are always combined to match and adapt to the client’s needs in order to exceed their expectations.
Whether it’s providing passenger assistance, aircraft charter and management, flight planning
Several manufactures have appointed Velocity Aviation parts division as a direct distributor, agent, or franchisee. The organisation has extensive inventories, including Goodyear Aviation tires and tubes, BP aviation lubricants and turbine filters, new and overhauled avionics and components and general parts and accessories.
Velocity Aviation guarantees the fastest and most efficient response to their customers’ needs and requirements, and maintaining an exceptional level of service has allowed the
