Javelin Prototype Expands Test Envelope
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Englewood, Colorado-March 1, 2006—— Aviation Technology Group, Inc.
reported continuing progress with its flight test program following the
completion of the Javelin’s first gear-up flight out of Centennial Airport (APA)
on Tuesday, February 28.As with previous flight tests, ATG conducted the
early morning Javelin flight with a chase aircraft in formation. The Javelin
prototype’s landing gear was cycled as the aircraft maneuvered between 135
to 180 knots. With flaps at 10 degrees, the Javelin test pilot performed
30-degree bank turns while continuing to assess handling qualities which
included longitudinal and lateral stability roll, performance and trim
effectiveness.
In previous months, the Javelin prototype underwent a series of
modifications to support future flight tests. The landing gear system was
upgraded to incorporate an emergency landing gear extension, a new canopy
with upgraded contour was installed, and other minor improvements were made
throughout the aircraft. On February 22, ATG flew the Javelin prototype on a
test flight that confirmed the success of the new upgrades.
"This has been a great start to the year. Flight test results continue to
meet or exceed our expectations," said George Bye, Chairman of ATG. "In
addition, we just received an updated survey from Aviation Research
Group/U.S. Inc. which showed a significant 37% Javelin market size increase
over their original 2004 report."
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