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Old March 31st 07, 05:12 PM posted to rec.aviation.rotorcraft
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Default Rotorway To Develop Certified Helicopter

RotorWay International, based in Chandler, Ariz., has sold more than 900
kits for small homebuilt helicopters, and now is starting development of
a certified version. "We see a large opening in the market for a larger,
two-seat, 21st-century helicopter with a sensible price," said CEO Grant
Norwitz. The project is underway at RotorWay's facility in South Africa.
The company will seek European certification first, then move on to the
FAA. "We know there are many steps toward certification, and we know we
are taking only the first step," Norwitz said. "We also know how
important it is to take that first step. We have committed, here and
now, to pursuing that goal." Changes expected on the certified RotorWay,
besides a larger interior space, might include more power and
more-robust gear. RotorWay already builds a FADEC engine, and has
announced upgrades to avionics such as a glass-cockpit display in the
newest kits. Additionally, the certified RotorWay will incorporate
engineering changes intended to make the machines easier to maintain,
the company said.

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