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Apr 23, 2018
AstroNova, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT), a global leader in data visualization technologies and a leading provider of flight deck printers, networking hardware and related accessories, today announced that it has received an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the retrofit installation of its ToughWriter® 5 flight deck data printer on six models of the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) aircraft.
The STC approval allows retrofits of existing flight deck printers in the Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900 and -900ER Series aircraft.
“This STC opens a major aircraft retrofit market worldwide, providing B737NG aircraft with an upgrade path for older flight deck printers,” said AstroNova President and CEO Greg Woods. “Significant operational improvements can be gained by updating older aircraft to the ToughWriter 5. The typical 40 percent reduction in printer weight creates fuel savings, while the ToughWriter 5’s high reliability lowers maintenance costs.”
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Download free sample pagesThe ToughWriter 5 is the world's smallest and lightest ARINC 744A flight deck printer. At less than 9 pounds and just 7.3 inches deep, the ToughWriter 5 meets the commercial transport aircraft demands for efficient design without sacrificing quality or capability.
“We value the trust that the aerospace industry has placed in our technology and the confidence in our ability to deliver world-class service and support,” Woods said. “Receiving this STC broadens our leadership in the flight deck printer industry and expands the opportunities to supply our customers with value-added products.”
