Prior to this the RED A03 has already received certification from EASA, FAA and FATA.
28 August 2021: Raikhlin Engine Developments achieved an important milestone for its revolutionary RED A03 (003 and 102 variant) Series Engine. It recently acquired certification from the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority for installation in New Zealand registered aircraft. Prior to this the RED A03 has already received certification from EASA, FAA and FATA (Russian Air Transport Agency).
Benefits of the RED A03 engine
– Engine’s high-power output makes it ideal for use in aircraft requiring short take-off capability
– The powerplant allows operators to increase the maximum permitted take-off mass.
– Excellent high-altitude performance
– Engine consumes 40 percent less fuel
– It works on JET A1 fuel
– It features two-cylinder banks, each capable of independent operation
Enrico Evers, Head of Sales RED aircraft GmBH said, “The acceptance of the powerful and highly efficient engine is another accolade for RED aircraft. It presents the company with exciting opportunities to utilize the powerplant in different types of aircraft in New Zealand. Engines with high power output, such as the RED A03, are particularly beneficial in agricultural aircraft, used extensively in the country.”
In a country as wild and remote as New Zealand, reliability and safety are of crucial importance. When choosing a powerplant for single-engine aircraft, operators need an engine that offers a high degree of redundancy. The RED A03 is a solid choice when it comes to flight safety.
Remote and isolated airfields, such as those found in New Zealand, don’t always offer advanced maintenance facilities. The RED A03 powerplant was custom designed to allow cost-effective and easy maintenance. It features onboard FADEC with its own memory. This system can give advanced notice of technical unserviceability. This allows operators to make early decisions and perform a very accurate diagnosis of faults. As a result, this reduces aircraft downtime.
Gaining acceptance by a national authority is no small feat. Engine manufacturers must satisfy stringent requirements. This includes an extensive review of all the engines’ technical data, documentation, capabilities, and performance. RED Aircraft is delighted to have succeeded in all the above areas thus gaining approval from the New Zealand Authority.
