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Proponent Signs Exclusive Contract with SafranProponent is happy to announce a new partnership with Safran Electronics and Defense, Avionics USA, LLC (SEDA). Effective January 4th, 2021, Proponent has become the aftermarket distribution partner for Electromechanical Systems, Specialty Products, Pilot Controls, and Actuators. The new agreement is exclusive for the Americas and Asia-Pacific regions and non-exclusive for EMEA. Proponent has already begun to stock, distribute, and manage spare components for aftermarket customers. Proponent is excited to further grow our existing...
Used Aircraft Parts are Ready to Take Over the MarketCOVID-19 has had an enormous impact on the aviation industry, but it goes far beyond cancelled flights and empty airports. As airplanes are grounded and the number of passengers on each flight continues to remain low, every corner of the industry is affected. In fact, according to Aviation Analysis Firm Oliver Wyman, domestic travel revenue isn’t expected to return to 2019 levels until the second half of 2022, with international travel revenue not expected...
Proponent Continues APAC Growth by Partnering with Allen AirlinesProponent is excited to reveal its newest partnership with Allen Airlines, an innovative, boutique Airline startup offering travel between New York and Hong Kong. This move helps to support our commitment to expanding aviation service and expertise within the APAC region. Joe S.T. Wang, Chairman and CEO of Allen Airlines, had this to say, “Providing a safe and first-rate airline service depends heavily on superior quality aircraft components delivered as and when we need them. We...
Proponent's New Singapore Facility Now OpenProponent is proud to announce the grand opening of our new Singapore location. The 1,100 square meters of warehouse space and 700 square meters of office space will serve as the main distribution hub for the Asia Pacific region. The Singapore office's increased capacity and expanded inventory will allow us to serve our valued partners better throughout the growing region. Proponent and its family of integrated companies have had a long-standing presence in Asia over the...
COVID-19 FAA Flexibilities for Scheduled MaintenanceThe FAA released an InFO (Information for Operators) notifying operators of temporary changes to the FAA scheduled maintenance requirements due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of the global community shutdowns, the COVID-19 healthcare crisis has significantly reduced all travel, lowering the demand for passenger flights. While less aircraft use can mean less needed maintenance in some areas, like a check done after a certain number of flight hours, some maintenance protocols are unaffected. For example,...
Material Planning: Make Inventory More EffectiveHow can companies in the aerospace industry prepare their inventory before beginning production? Material planning, also referred to as Material Requirements Planning (MRP), is a helpful system used by many manufacturing companies to forecast and prepare their inventory for production and customer demand. Using material planning also makes it easier to effectively account for inventory ordering time and production lead time. Material management can make any company more efficient and productive. While important across...
5 Main Parts of an AircraftpartAn aircraft looks and operates like one enormous machine. However, it’s actually made up of several parts that are designed to work seamlessly in unison. Without even one of those parts, the airplane would be unable to perform optimally, if at all. Whether you’re studying for the AFOQT or simply want to learn more about how planes are designed, having a grasp of the main parts of an aircraft is basic and essential knowledge....
Ram Air Turbine (RAT)A ram air turbine (RAT) is a small wind turbine that is installed in an aircraft to be used as a source of power during emergencies. These turbines are connected to an electrical generator or a hydraulic pump and use the airstream to generate power by ram pressure from the aircraft’s speed. More power is generated when the aircraft is operating at a higher speed and less is generated when operating at lower speeds. Present-day...
Aviation Terms - Aeronautical GlossaryWhether to satisfy a casual interest in aviation or address the need to learn about it for your profession, it’s understandable to have a tough time memorizing the formal definitions of aviation terms. The world of aviation practically has its own language. To master it, use a list of common, and not-so-common, terms compiled by Proponent as a study aid. By making time to read and practice this vocabulary regularly, a dedicated hobbyist or...
