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Aviation News Item: 00914
23rd Oct 2009
50Dash4 Performance Upgrade for Falcon 50 Gains European Certification
Source: fly-corporate.com
 Premier Aircraft, LLC has received European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification for its 50Dash4 Performance Upgrade for the Falcon 50.
In 2007, the 50Dash4 Performance Upgrade received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for Falcon 50s registered in the US, and now the EASA approval allows its operation on European-registered aircraft.
The programme is supported by Honeywell, which is responsible for converting the three TFE 731-3 engines, standard on the Falcon 50, to the more robust and fuel efficient TFE731-4-1C ("Dash 4") configuration. Important to both European and North American markets, the FAA STC fully meets both FAA FAR Part 36, Stage 4 and EASA ICAO Chapter 4 noise regulations.
The certification allows higher Hot-High takeoff weights, resulting in up to 620 nm additional range, lower noise and carbon emissions, increased payloads, shorter time to climb - direct to 37,000 ft at ISA+10C, and shorter runway requirements. Cruise speed increases of 35 KTAS are also verified. Operational benefits include lower MSP engine maintenance costs and longer inspection intervals.
Premier Aircraft president, Jim Swehla, said, "The upgrade will enhance critical performance characteristics, as well as allow owners to enjoy longer maintenance intervals and increased engine durability. This will ultimately reduce maintenance costs and increase the immediate and long-term affordability of the aircraft."
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