(14Dec10, 04:23 GMT, 109 words)
Goodrich has signed a deal with Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation to supply air data sensors, ice detectors and windshield heat controllers for the new Mitsubishi Regional Jet aircraft family.
The first flight-test hardware will be delivered in mid- 2011, says Goodrich.
The flight-critical air data sensors are used extensively across commercial and military aircraft applications.
"The complement of sensors includes aerodynamically-compensated pitot-static probes, digital angle of attack sensors and total air temperature sensors," it adds.
"The ice detectors advise flight crews of ice build-up for activation of the aircraft's ice protection system," says Goodrich.
"The internally-mounted windshield heat controllers ensure the windshield remains free of condensation and ice. The controllers help conserve power by regulating and distributing only the level of power required," it adds.
Source: Air Transport Intelligence news
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