PARAGLIDERS CZECH AVIATION 2011

Paragliders of the Czech manufacturers

There are several very successful companies in the sand paraglider pilots in the Czech Republic alone and Czech Republic, developing and producing paragliders. other tens of thousands the world over. This catalogue Every year they introduce a range of new types, whose lists currently manufactured single-place paragliders, performance and other features surpass the previous top-notch racing paragliders, tandem paragliders and one. These companies have given wings to three thou- many kinds of special paragliders.

The suitability of the given type of paraglider for the specific skill level of its potential pilot is shown on a colour scale. The scale shows the range of skill from an absolute beginner to the most experienced pilot. The sizes of the canopy are shown according to their respective manufacturers’ methods of designation. The weights listed are the take-off ones (weight of pilot including full equip- ment, weighing from 15 to 20 kg for free paragliding and 40 kg for flying with paramotors).

www.axispara.cz

Vega III Mercury II - 11 beginner most experienced beginner most experienced pilot: pilot:

XS 52-72 kg x XXS 66-78 kg Compact II S 65-88 kg LTF C, EN-C XS 75-87 kg load test beginner most experienced pilot: M 80-105 kg LTF C, EN-C S 84-96 kg load test

L 95-125 kg LTF C, EN-C SM 92-104 kg load test S 55-80 kg EN-A XL 118-150 kg x M 103-115 kg load test M 70-100 kg EN-A ML 112-125 kg load test L 90-120 kg EN-A L 115-140 kg load test

Pluto II Venus III beginner most experienced beginner most experienced pilot: pilot:

Comet XXS 40-60 kg x XXS 53-73 kg x beginner most experienced pilot: XS 55-70 kg EN-B XS 60-80 kg x S 65-85 kg EN-B S 70-95 kg LTF D, EN-D S 65-88 kg LTF B, EN-B M 80-105 kg EN-B M 85-110 kg LTF D, EN-D M 80-105 kg LTF B, EN-B L 95-125 kg EN-B L 100-125 kg LTF D, EN-D L 95-125 kg LTF B, EN-B XL 120-155 kg x XL 115-145 kg x XL 118-150 kg LTF B, EN-B 30 CZECH AVIATION 2011

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Antea beginner most experienced pilot:

S 60-80 kg EN C, LTF 2 M 75-95 kg EN C, LTF 2 L 90-110 kg EN C, LTF 2 XL 105-130 kg EN C, LTF 2 Fides 3 beginner most experienced pilot:

S 58-82 kg EN A M 73-97 kg EN A Atis 3 beginner most experienced L 88-112 kg EN A pilot:

XL 102-130 kg EN A S 60-80 kg LTF 1-2 M 73-95 kg LTF 1-2 L 87-112 kg LTF 1-2 XL 102-130 kg LTF 1-2

Cima K2 beginner most experienced pilot:

S 65-85 kg AFNOR standard M 77-100 kg AFNOR standard L 91-118 kg AFNOR standard

Gaia beginner most experienced pilot: Ares 2

beginner most experienced Metis 2 - tandem S 58-75 kg EN B pilot: beginner most experienced pilot: M 68-90 kg EN B S 65-85 kg EN-D L 82-107 kg EN B M 80-100 kg EN-D 40 120 – 220 kg EN B, LTF 1 XL 98-130 kg EN B L 95-120 kg EN-D 43 140 – 220 kg EN B, LTF 1 31 PARAGLIDERS CZECH AVIATION 2011

www.gradient.cx

Montana beginner most experienced pilot:

22 58-70 kg EN B, LTF1-2 24 65-80 kg EN B, LTF1-2 26 75-95 kg EN B, LTF1-2 28 90-110 kg EN B, LTF1-2 Bright 4 Aspen 3 30 105-125 kg EN B, LTF1-2 beginner most experienced beginner most experienced pilot: pilot:

22 54-66 kg EN/LTF A 22 65-70 kg EN C, LTF 2 24 63-80 kg EN/LTF A 24 70-85 kg EN C, LTF 2 26 75-65 kg EN/LTF A 26 80-100 kg EN C, LTF 2 28 90-110 kg EN/LTF A 28 90-115 kg EN C, LTF 2 30 105-140 kg EN/LTF A 30 105-130 kg EN C, LTF 2

Seven 2 – acro special beginner most experienced pilot:

15 75-100 kg 17 80-120 kg

Golden 3 Avax XC3 beginner most experienced beginner most experienced pilot: pilot:

22 62-77 kg LTF 1-2 22 70-85 kg EN/ LTF D BiGolden 2 – tandem 24 75-90 kg LTF 1-2 24 75-95 kg EN/ LTF D beginner most experienced pilot: 26 85-100 kg LTF 1-2 26 85-105 kg EN/ LTF D 28 95-115 kg LTF 1-2 28 95-115 kg EN/ LTF D 38 115-180 kg EN C 30 110-130 kg LTF 1-2 30 105-125 kg EN/ LTF D 42 140-210 kg EN B/ LTF 1-2 32 CZECH AVIATION 2011

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Envy 2 beginner most experienced pilot:

23 65-83 kg LTF 2 / EN-C 25 77-97 kg LTF 2 / EN-C Trend 4 (PG, PPG) 28 88-110 kg LTF 2 / EN-C beginner most experienced pilot: 31 105-135 kg LTF 2 / EN-C

23 62-82 kg LTF 1-2 / EN-B 25 77-97 kg LTF 1-2 / EN-B 28 85-110 kg LTF 1-2 / EN-B 30 100-130 kg LTF 1-2 / EN-B Velvet (PG, PPG) beginner most experienced 33 115-145 kg LTF 1-2 / EN-B pilot:

21 85-125 kg x 23 93-140 kg EN-D 26 107-160 kg EN-D 29 133-190 kg EN-D

MacJet (PPG reflex) beginner most experienced pilot:

22 77-100 kg x 24 85-110 kg x

Paša 4 – tandem (PG, MPG) 26 100-130 kg x beginner most experienced 28 115-147 kg x pilot: 31 140-180 kg x 39 125-190 kg LTF / EN - B 42 145-220 kg LTF / EN - B

Marvel Magus XC2 beginner most experienced beginner most experienced Chronos (PPG) pilot: pilot: beginner most experienced pilot: 23 70-87 kg LTF /EN C 23 70-87 kg LTF / EN-D 23 90-120 kg LTF/EN-C 25 83-100 kg Plan 25 83-100 kg LTF / EN-D 25 105-140 kg Plan 27 90-110 kg 2/4 2011 27 90-110 kg LTF / EN-D 28 120-160 kg 2/4 2011 30 100-125 kg x 30 105-135 kg LTF / EN-D 33 PARAGLIDERS / PARAMOTORS

www.jojowing.com www.pegas2000.com

One beginner most experienced pilot:

26 70-95 kg EN A 28 90-115 kg EN A

Quest 2 – tandem beginner most experienced pilot:

Instinct 35 110-220 kg x beginner most experienced pilot: 38 130-260 kg x

42 140-300 kg AFNOR TANDEM S 65-100 kg AFNOR STANDARD Aile 2 beginner most experienced M 85-143 kg AFNOR STANDARD pilot:

L 105-175 kg x 24 50-75 kg EN B 26 70-95 kg EN B 28 90-115 kg EN B

Yon MO.YO – ppg special beginner most experienced beginner most experienced pilot: pilot: XC beginner most experienced pilot: S 65-85 kg AFNOR PERFORMANCE S 65-140 kg x M 80-100 kg AFNOR PERFORMANCE M 85-160 kg x 26 70-95 kg EN C L 95-120 kg AFNOR PERFORMANCE L 105-180 kg x 28 90-115 kg passing En test 34 CZECH AVIATION 2011

Paramotors

Set Rodeo + Instinct Comfort line Instinct Comfort line + Cruise Carbon

www.nirvana.cz

Set Colibri Set Instinct High line

Katana

Weight of pilot 50–70 kg 60–90 kg 80–110 kg over 100 kg Tandem Paraglider Hobby Sport Hobby Sport Hobby Sport Hobby Sport KATANA - 16 - 16 - 16 - - - KOMAKA XS,S XS S,M XS,S M,L S,M L M - DESIRE S S S,M S M,L S,M L - - VISTA ------4 Paramotor INSTINCT 4 4 4 4 4 4 RODEO 4 4 4 4 4 4 COLIBRI 4 4 4 4 NV360 4

J. Sura – paramotors

www.walkerjet.cz www.spinparamotors.com www.suraj.proksik.cz

Spin 180 E / R Weight: 27,5 kg Pilot weight: 60-140 kg Engine: 200 cm3 / 28 HP Starter: electric Spin 120 R RR 200 RR 100 Weight: 24,5 kg Jenifer R120 Weight: 28 kg 24 kg Pilot weight: 60-140 kg Engine: 20 HP Pilot weight: 60-120 kg 50-85 kg Engine: 200 cm3 / 28 HP Jenifer R220 Engine: F200 el. F100 el. Starter: manual Engine: 27 HP 35 PARACHUTES / RESCUE SYSTEMS

Parachutes of the Czech manufacturers

MarS a.s. www.marsjev.com

New AAD M2 from MarS production, Paratrooper set OVP-80.08SL Reserve canopies WP, size in Emergency parachutes ATL world premiere on PIA Symposium / ZVP-80.08SL, activation by square feet 112, 132, 150, 175, and PTCH are designated for in Reno 2011. static line, maximum suspen- 210, 260, 370. the rescue of glider and small ded weight 160 kg / 352 lb. aircraft pilots.

Stratos 07, s.r.o. www.stratos07.cz

JU - 40 Emergency Parachute for Pilots – versions: seat and back position

Canopy area 40 m2 Tested with 126 kg load at speed of 335 km/h Mass of parachute without portable bag 6,5 kg by AKČR methodology Vertical descent speed at load G-100kg 5,5 m/s according to TSO C 23 d norm Forward speed 2,5 m/s Turn by 360° 12 s For army use: Maximal permitted loading 105 kg Maximal permitted loading 120 kg Maximal permitted speed 278 km/h Maximal permitted speed 280 km/h 36 CZECH AVIATION 2011

Company Galaxy High Technology, s.r.o., is a prominent European producer of para- chute ballistic rescue systems aimed for ultra- lights, light sport aircraft, unmanned Aircraft and experimentals ranging up to speed of 350 km/h. The company exports 90% of its production to all continents.Overall year production represents ca. 700 units of 53 different modifications. Thanks to its long tradition,since 1984, the systems GRS are con- stantly updated and enhanced. Our company does not pursue development of parachutes only for high speeds, but during the long testing the com- pany pay special attention to quick opening in low speeds enabling a safe rescue from lowest possib- le heights. Ever growing number of customers testifies not only to the product quality but about a good marketing and service as well. Customers like to hear our slogan: “CHANCE FOR RESCUE FROM ANY HEIGHT”

Since 1994 the U.S.H. Production of Rescue Systems is developing, producing and pro- viding after sales support to the ballistic deployed parachute systems. They use for their operation energy of a rocket motor. While the majority of USH’s BR systems were installed in the UL aircraft, currently a system for aircraft of the LSA category, so widespread in the USA, is being developed. It has to cater for the higher, 600 kg weight. U.S.H. Ltd. The parameters and quality of the already developed and approved products of the production of rescue systems USH are being constantly upgraded. They are also approved by the Czech LAA author- ity and by the German DULV, while the pyro- U.S.H. mobile phone: technic components are also approved and výroba záchranných systémů, s. r. o., +420 602 307 648 conform to Czech and German regulations. +420 721 839 893 − english Since 1994 the USH regularly participates at Vodňanská 2051 / 11, the Aero Friedrichshafen fair. 198 00 – Praha 9, Czech Republic [email protected] tel./fax +420 281 918 828 www.ushrescue.com

Stratos 07 is a company with long tradition in design and manu- facturing of wide variety of products. Besides rocket activated rescue parachute systems (system 450 Magnum SSP and recently certified system Magnum 501) Stratos 07 delivers high quality pro- ducts in the following fields:

Parachutes Special armor / Protective gear Stratos 07, s.r.o., Stratos 07 designs and manu- Stratos 07 develops and manufactures factures personal and cargo body armor and riot protection gear. Na Folimance 13, parachutes, special use para- Chosen through tenders it supplies 120 00 Praha 2, chutes, cargo containers and equipment to customers in several Czech Republic emergency parachutes for countries, for example the French poli- tel/fax: +420 312 658 151 paragliders and hang−gliders. ce force. tel: +420 603 416 872 e−mail: [email protected] Ballistic protection Accessories www.stratos07.cz Newly, Stratos 07 took on the Stratos 07 offers windsocks, polyamid production of special bullet- and kevlar ropes and a other equip- proof vests. ment.

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LAA ČR Microlight Certification Process Microlight Technical Certification is one of the key LAA ČR activity. 65 LAA ČR Type Certificates have been issued since 1990!

Certification Administration • The LAA ČR system of proving the airworthiness is based on technical inspectors. For the three-axis control UL category there are 24 appointed inspectors. • The technical inspectors are appointed and managed by the Chief Technical Inspector, who is an employee of the LAA ČR. • The inspectors are not employees of the LAA ČR and their duty is carried out on the voluntary (activist) basis. • The inspectors are spread regionally accross the Czech Republic. • The inspectors file their registers of aircraft and have allotted their identification letters in the registration mark.

LAA ČR Concept of Certification Stress/Strength Tests • Serve to prove the basic structural strength of all primary structure parts of the aircraft, such as wing, fuselage, empen- nage etc. • Each structure has to pass a system of strength tests covering the requirements of the regulations to at least the calculated limit loads. • The tests are carried out by the manufacturer under the super- vision from the LAA ČR. • Simple loading methods are used. • The tests are carried out until the calculated limit stress/load LAA ČR recognises 3 types of technical certificates: is achieved. • The visual checks and measurements of the deformation are „Z“ carried out too. a technical certificate (TC) of airworthiness of a prototype of an • Wings ultimate strength (loading to destruction) tests are pre- aeroplane, built by an individual builder. The documentation of ferred to ascertain the actual strength reserves of the airframe the basic calculation is required; a building process supervision – for „P“ Technical Certificate. by the technical inspector and at least strength test of the wing • The failed critical points of structures are often appropriately is mandatory. strengthened and the tests are repeated to find eventual other Validity of the TC = 1 year critical points. „P“ • The tests results are in case of failures compared to the design a technical certificate of airworthiness of an aeroplane that was calculations and thus they serve to precise design calculation granted a LAA ČR type certificate. A comprehensive range of methods. stress (load) tests is carried out and the aircraft is tested up to ultimate (maximum calculated) loads. The approval procedure is carried out as an opponency. The final decision lies with the Technical commission of the LAA, where 10 top class specialists convene and decide. The technical commission is managed by the Chief Technical Inspector. The complete documentation is filed in the LAA ČR archive. The result of the process is the Type certificate. Validity of the TC = 2 years „A“ a technical certificate of airworthiness of an aeroplane, ama- teur/home-built according to a documentation of aeroplane that was granted a Type certificate. The documentation has to be purchased officially from the Type certificate holder. The technical inspector carries out the supervision during the building process; a wing stress test to the maximum operational (limit) load is always required. Validity of the TC = 2 years.

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Civil Aviation Authority of the Czech Republic

The Civil Aviation Authority is established by the Act Postal and visitor´s address: No 49/1997 Coll. on civil Civil Aviation Authority aviation to carry out the Czech Republic state administration of all Ruzyně Airport matters to do with civil 160 08 Praha 6 aviation. State supervision Switchboard in civil aviation is carried +420 225 421 111 out by state employees of Secretary (Executive Office) the Civil Aviation Authority +420 225 422 080, +420 220 562 639 within the scope of their powers specified by the General Fax Act on Civil Aviation, implementing rules and relevant regulations +420 220 561 823 and directives and other documents specified by the European e−mail: [email protected], [email protected] Communities and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The WWW site: Civil Aviation Authority works together with EASA and is presented as http://www.caa.cz/, http://www.ucl.cz/ a fully standardized and respected National Aviation Authority.

LAA ČR is an association of pilots, builders, designers, manufacturers and operators of light aircraft with MTOM up to 450 kg. It has more than 7 000 members. LAA ČR is the designated authority for certification, licensing and operation of microlights in the Czech Republic. This covers paragliding, powered paragliding, hang gliding, gyroplanes, helicopters, weight shift and aerodynamically controlled microlight. LAA CR supports the creation of stand alone 600 kg LSA category in Europe.

Contacts Jan Fridrich, Vice President LAA CR, Foreign Affairs, Industry and Internal Audit.

Address LAA ČR, Ke Kablu 289, LAA ČR, Ke Kablu 289, 102 00 Praha 10, Czech Republic 102 00 Praha 10, Czech Republic tel: +420 777 813 040 fax: +420 242 403 596 fax: +420 242 403 596 e−mail: [email protected] e−mail: [email protected] www.laacr.cz www.laacr.cz

Czech Ministry of Transport Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade

Nábř. Ludvíka Svobody 1222/12, Na Františku 32 110 00 Praha−Nové Město 110 15 Praha 1 Telefon: +420 225 131 111 Tel.: +420 224 851 111 Fax: +420 225 131 184 Fax: +420 224 811 089 E−mail: [email protected] E−mail: [email protected] www.mdcr.cz www.mpo.cz

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5M Company is SME manufacturing company which specializes in composite production and bonded sandwich structures. 5M Company was awarded as "Company of the Year 2010" in Czech Republic, which corresponds with our strategy to be the leading company in composite industry in the Czech republic. Our slogan "Smart technologies in the world of composites" shows our effort to develop the right products and materials for each customer. 5M Company develops and produces structural epoxy adhesives for extra strong joints, epoxy resins for production of fibre- glass components, pultruded composite profiles, semipregs (as substitute to prepreg technology) and sandwich construc- tions (from composite or aluminium). Except the production of raw materials, 5M company is active in the field of the final composite parts production. The product assortment covers composite sandwich panels for trains (interior walls), fibreglass parts for aircrafts (interior panels, fuselage parts, wheel covers), radome for antennas, bulletproof equipment or carbon parts for skies. Whole company covers strong and innovative R&D department with own laboratory, 130 employees and more than 3000 m2 production space.

● Epoxy adhesives for high strength gluing of metals (mainly ● Pultruded composite profiles (glassfibre or carbon fibre aluminium), fibre-reinforced composites, wood or plastics. rod, tubes, custom made difficult shapes). Composite pro- Suitable for bonding of primary aircraft constructions. files have high tensile and impact strength, corrosion resis- ● Epoxy resins for production of fibreglass components. tance, low weight, electro insulating, low heat conductivity, Room temperature curing, nonylphenol free, great impregna- age resistance. tion ability, foil and liquid variants, semipregs. Certification ● from Aeronautical test and Research Institute Sandwich panel constructions with honeycomb core inside. Sandwich structures offer excellent mechanical prop- erties together with very low weight of the finished part. 5M s.r.o. Na Záhonech 1177, 686 04 Kunovice, Czech Republic tel. +420 572 433 711, fax +420 572 433 700 e−mail: [email protected], www.5M.cz

Since 2005, our company is specializing on design and construction of 2 seat, all composite, low wing aircraft with retractable landing gear. The airplane Dipl. Ing. Jan Podhrazsky was primary designed for American LSA (Light Tel.: +420 603 378 587 Sport Aircraft) market as well as for European VLA [email protected] (Very light aircraft) market and will be introduced www.a2cz.com under business name “Ellipse Spirit”.

Currently, we have finished the strength tests of the plane and look forward to the official roll out, which will take place on the international exhibition AERO 2011 in Fridrichshafen.

We expect the first flight at the end of April 2011. The serial production of the plane will be commenced at the end of 2011.

Aero Vodochody, a.s., produces, sells and a services CurrentlyCurrently thethe Aero Vodochody, a.s., both military and civil aircraft and equipment. It proudly Aerodevelops Vodochody, two programmes: a.s., bears the tradition of the Aero Company, founded in develops two programmes: 1919, and belongs among the world's oldest aircraft manufacturers. Aero is currently • cooperation with major aircraft produ- the largest manufacturer of the aircraft and aircraft structures in the Czech Republic and Thecers programme of cooperations entails historically the largest manufacturer of the jet trainers in the world. ● • collaborationprovision of with complete major aircraft deliveries of air- producerscraft technology ● provision of complete deliveries of aircraft Aerotechnology produces the complete S−76 heli- copter airframe ready for installation of Aerodynamic produces parts, e.g. produces the complete UH-60M S−76 Black heli- copter, ready for installation of dynamic Hawk helicopter cockpit, centre wing box assemblies, produces the wing centre sec- tionfor theof the Alenia Alenia C−27J C−27J transport transport, aircraft, the hinges the anddoor internal subassemblies structures for of Embraer the doors 170/190 for the Embraerthrough 170/190the company through Latecoere the Latecoere and com has- panyshares and in other has sharescooperation in other programmes. cooperation oprogrammes. The military programme: The• provides military the programme training system using the Aero Vodochody, a.s., ● providesAero L−159 the aircraft training system using U Letiště 374, 250 70 Odolena Voda, the Aero L−159 aircraft • provides the programmes operational Czech Republic ● provides the programmes operational tel: +420 255 761 111, www.aero.cz support ofof the the L−39/L−59 L−39/L−59

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Aeropilot Since 2010, our company is specializing on design and construction of 2 seat, all com- posite, high – wing monoplane Legend. The aircraft is intended for the UL (450/472 kg), ELSA (540 kg), LSA (600 kg) categories. The LSA version will have bigger wing. The airplane is intended for sport and recreational flying and tourism Currently, the development and the preparation of the serial production is finished. The first public representation will take place at the international exhibition AERO 2011 in Friedrichshafen. We expect the first flight at the end of April 2011. The serial production of the plane will be commenced at the end of 2011 with the final capacity of 50 aircraft per year

Aeropilot s.r.o. Jeníkovská 1815, 28601 Čáslav Czech Republic e-mail: [email protected] www.aeropilot.cz

Aeroprofil, s.r.o., tel.: +420 518 334 291 Za Drahou 1415, mob: +420 604 520 056 696 62 Strážnice, e−mail: [email protected] Czech Republic www.aeroprofil.com Aeroprofil is a small private company with 16 years tradition. The company capabilities: manufacturing duraluminium ribs, frames, pressure forming, riveting aircraft subassemblies on−demand production of aircraft

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Aerospool CZ, ltd. is a company concerned in development, prototype buil- ding, testing and services for ULL producers. Manufacturer of welded (TIG) metal structures, such as engine bearers, undercarria- spol. s r.o. ge legs, fusselage frames. Aerospool CZ, Hlavní 439, 687 25 Hluk, Producer of wheels and Czech Republic brakes, parts for landing tel.: +420572582287 gear and control systems fax.: +420572582288 and special bollts. mob.: +420602749316 Sale of componets and parts e−mail: [email protected] for homebuilders. www.aerospool.cz

Na Záhonech 1177 686 04 Kunovice Czech Republic Tel: +420 572 816 111 Fax: +420 572 816 112 Email: [email protected] Company´s Main Activities: www.let.cz • Design, Development, Production and Sales of L 410 Aircraft (PART 21) Aircraft Industries, a.s. is the largest • Maintenance, Modifications, Czech civil aircraft manufacturer build- Upgrades (PART 145) ing on the 70-year aviation tradition of LET Kunovice company. Its present • R&D and Production Cooperation core business represents production • Private International Airport Kunovice of the L 410 twin turboprop commuter (ICAO: LKKU, IATA: UHE) of which over 1,100 have already been • Private Aviation Training College and produced and operated in more than Training Center (PART 147) 50 countries all around the world.

SKYLANE AirLony company is specialized in the field of design, con- struction and production of light aircraft. Company started its production in 1998 with UL biplane HIGHLANDER, which has among others outstanding strength properties and G-limits. Since 2004 AirLony has been producing its latest airplane – SKYLANE, the really ultralight aircraft with high useful load and roomy luggage compartment. In combination with high cruising speed, long flying range and enjoyable flying characteristics the Skylane is the best solution for wide range of usage – from trainer to long distance tourer. AirLony also provides services and support in design and construction of composite materials. www.airlony.com

AirLony - Aircraft factory Nové Náměstí 702 Tel.: +420 411 136 208 411 08 Štětí GSM: +420 608 029 816 Czech Republic e-mail: [email protected]

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Current production schedule contents three types of UL-types • top advanced cruiser ATEC 321 Faeta • economical trainer and cruiser ATEC 122 Zephyr • wild racer for skilled pilots ATEC 212 Solo ATEC v. o. s.

ATEC company was founded in 1992. First started up with custom manufactu- Opolanská 350 ring of ultralight aircraft´s components. Nowadays is a producer of modern and 289 07 Libice nad Cidlinou high performance ultralight aircrafts – utilizing mainly glass and carbon compo- Czech republic sites construction. Untill now has produced and delivered hundreds of ultralight tel: +420 731 44 01 44, +420 603 57 93 58 aircrafts which are operated in EU, United states, Asia and Australia. Continuous [email protected] improvement and quality system guarantees high level of its products. www.atecaircraft.eu

General Aviation activities: ● Service and maintenance under EASA approval of gliders and motorgliders ● Production of the VL−3 all−composite UL / LSA airplane ● Aviation services − Business flights directly from Brno − Tuřany airport to any airport in the Czech Republic or Europe.

VL-3 taking off ➭ Some vintage gliders restored (far left and above)

Aveko Aircraft, a.s., Lipová 22, 602 00 Brno, Czech Republic www. Aveko. com, www.VL−3.com

Avia Propeller s.r.o. main activities: ● R&D, manufacturing, overhauls, service and Sales of aircraft all metal in flight pitch changeable propellers designed both for piston engines of 140 up to 600 HP and turbines of 603 up to 1820 SHP, used on regional aviation, agricultural, general aviation, sport and aerobatic aeroplanes ● licensed blade and spinner manufacturing for historical propellers made by world famous US company UTC Hamilton Standard, designed for "Warbirds" P−51 Mustang, T−6 Texan, Junkers etc. ● high quality products certified in Czech Republic, USA, Russia and in many of European, Asian, Australian, Central and South American countries ● world−wide export activities ● Sales and repair service center in USA, Canada, Venezuela ● system of quality management according to ISO 9001 implemented AVIA PROPELLER, s. r. o. Beranových 666 190 00 Prague − Letňany, Czech Republic tel: +420 2 96 33 65 11 fax: 420 2 96 33 65 19 / 33 e−mail: [email protected] www.aviapropeller,com

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Universal, electrical flaps actuator UFA−900L The electrical flaps actuator offers to the pilot not only more comfort but also increases the security. During operation with mechanical flaps there are possible unwanted changes of the flight attitude caused by: - insufficient space in the cockpit - flaps lever is too long or in improper position and therefore abrupt flaps setting The positions of the electrical flaps depending on the aircraft model are easy programmable by eve- ryone. There are only 2 buttons on the backside of the control unit for programming the requested flaps positions. When the flap positions are programmed, the compact electrical actuator brings the flaps in the correct position by a simple change of the lever position. The LED-indicator of the last flaps position lights until the next resp. requested position is reached. During this time flashes the LED-indicator of the requested position given by the lever. If the force exceeds the programmed limit (e.g. by flaps setting during too high flight speed), the flaps return to the previous, lower position. Also reaching of this flaps position and the activation of the security system is indicated by the LED-indicator and so is the pilot advised to his mistake. Betakom s.r.o Because of reliability reason, for the changing the flaps position instead of an electrical switch we Aviation Systems Components have used a mechanical lever which position is checked by 4 Hall-sensors (non contact switch). Control Unit: Linear Actuator: Betakom s.r.o., Dimensions W x H x D 1.65'' x 3.23'' x 3.66'' Weight 1 1/2 Lbs Mírová 189, 68501 Bučovice, Weight 3/4 Lbs Ambient Temperature −25°F to +140°F Ing. Stanislav Krejčí, Ambient Temperature −25°F to +140°F Stroke max. 4.7'' Power Supply 10V to 15V DC Force max. 400 − 900 N (programmable) tel.: 777 039 980, Power Consumption 50 mA Stroke Speed 0.35'' − 0.63''/s e-mail: [email protected], Flap Positions 3 or 4 Power Supply 10V to 15V DC www.betakom.cz Power Consumption max. 3,5 A

BMZ Air Service, s.r.o., is a proven specialist in the veteran and vintage as well as in modern aircraft restoration to both static display and espe- cially to the fully airworthy state. For various aviation museums we have restored e.g. the C−3 (Siebel Si 204), F−86 Sabre, Avia BH−11, Ilyushin Il−2, Spitfire Mk.IXe, the US WWI LWF Tractor, Imperial Russian Anatra Anasal BMZ Air Service, s.r.o., and many other rarities. Among others we have returned to airworthy sta- Beranových 130, tus (with all the necessary paperwork etc.) dozens 199 05 Praha 9 Letňany, of aircraft, including e.g. − Stampe RSV, Bücker Czech Republic Bü 131/C−104, Yak−11, L−40 Meta Sokol, Piper tel.: +420 604 980 093 PA−18 or M−1C Sokol. The BMZ Air Service, s.r.o., e−mail: [email protected] has decades of experience and the machines that passed through their shops fly around the Europe.

COMLET, s.r.o., Areál Českých radiokomunikací 570 01 Pohodlí u Litomyšle, Czech Republic tel.: +420 326 966 280 fax: +420 326 996 315 mob.: +420 602 350 329 e−mail: [email protected] www.comlet.cz

Many years of experience in the manufacture of composite parts of aircraft primary structure. The main specialty is the produc- tion of composite landing gear for airplanes of the UL, VLA and LSA category. In this branch our company is the world's biggest producer, with regard to the number of undercarriages sold. We offer all stages of production from model, mould to the final product. Applied Technologies: hand laminating (vacuum) tempered and inject technology (RTM). Materials: Glass, carbon, aramide, sand- wiches or other hi−tech composite material applications.

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BRM AERO LTD was established for development, production, sale and maintenance of ultralight and light sport aeroplanes. Company is mostly oriented on individual orders, where is able to realize each installation and modification to the customer request. Company is as well working on inovations and advanced development of produced aeroplanes. At this work company promoter pay interest on his BRM AERO s.r.o. longstanding experience in aircraft development, production and sale. Václava Kulíška 1224 Company actually started production of brand new aroplane NG 5, which is 686 05 Uherské Hradiště available as ultralight, ELSA kit and LSA RTF aircraft. Company helps to the Czech Republic customers to choose optimal instrument panel layout to their aplication purpo- Phone: +420 773 984 338 ses including optimal combination of engine and propeller. e-mail: [email protected] Company offers standard customer service, maintenance work and any kind www.brmaero.com of modification.

Composit Airplanes spol. s r.o. founded in 1992 specializes in pro- duction of composite parts for ultralight aircrafts. At present it has about fifty employees and production facilities with about 3000 square meters of floor space. Composit Airplanes, spol. s r. o. The company obtain certificate ISO 9001. Peliny 315, 565 01 Choceň, Česká republika Prestigious companies both from Czech Republic and from the whole Tel: +420 465 473 974, Fax: +420 465 471 186 Europe belong to our customers – e.g.: Carbo Tech Industries GmbH, Mobil: +420 603 252 319, +420 604 984 825 Evektor-Aerotechnik, a.s., TL-Ultralight s.r.o., Jihlavan airplanes, s.r.o., e-mail: [email protected] Remos Aircraft GmbH. We use modern materials (glass and carbon www.compositairplanes.cz fibre sandwich construction) and technologies. Our company recei- ved awards for developing technologies in manufacture of aircrafts. Airplanes made of our components also participate in many cham- pionships, competitions and reviews with very good results. We are able to fill a demand for high strength component parts. (e.g. component part for aerobatic airplanes) by using the highest quality materials. Customer´s satisfaction means a benchmark of success for us. We prefer the tailor-made approach to every customer. We try to meet all his demands and to find together the optimal way to the successful result. Not just the accuracy and the quality of our products but also the complete sophisticated production logistics is our target.

The Czech Sport Aircraft a.s., having its seat in the area of Aircraft Industries a.s. company in Czech Sport Aircraft a.s. Kunovice, is an advancing company focused on development and production of two-seater, Na Záhonech 1177/212 all-metal aircraft in the LSA category. Phone: + 420 576 514 032 The PS-28 Cruiser aircraft development and production is currently the main program of the Fax: + 420 576 519 394 company. This aircraft is in process of the EASA/CAA CZ Type Certification. e-mail: [email protected] 240 employees is employed in the company, the serial production line is set to production of 20 www.czechsportaircraft.com aircraft per month, and the total production area is 9,300 sq.m. The Design Organisation of the company has obtained the AP DOA approval in the year 2010. The Design Organisation/the Production Organisation is in process of the DOA/POA approval.

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DISTAR CZ, a.s., Since the year 2000 very famous in the world of diamond industrial techniques. These activities are to be extended as we move into the coming years. Since 2010 expanded DISTAR CZ into the aerospace production. It continues in its production of the famous Samba XXL and Lambada aircraft via its own production division DISTAR AIR. The production team consists of highly qualified specialists with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Our work is guaranteed to be of a very high quality and innovative products.

Company Production headquarters: division: Distar CZ, a.s. Distar – Air 1. máje 228 U Letiště 1381 504 01 Nový Bydžov 562 01 Ústí nad Orlicí Czech Republic Czech Republic e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] www.distar.cz www.sambaXXL.com

The origin of Evektor dates back to 1991, when it was established by three men with a vision of creating a strong and effective company focused on aerospace and automotive industries. At present Evektor is among the most significant domestic providers of design work. Long-time company objectives are reaching the dominant position in the Czech aircraft industry and active participation and co-operation in the European aircraft industry, especially in design and prototype production. A large portion of our employees is formed by experienced professionals Evektor, spol. s r.o. from the aerospace industry as well as young and educated specia- Letecká 1008 lists who graduated from the Aerospace Institute of Brno University of 686 04 Kunovice Technology which we intensively cooperate with. Czech Republic Evektor has developed, in the course of its existence, aircraft such as the Phone: +420 572 537 428 EuroStar or the SportStar (over 1 000 units manufactured and delive- Fax: +420 572 537 901 red to more than 40 countries), VUT100 Cobra or the EV-55 Outback. e-mail: [email protected] www.evektor.com At present Evektor employs about 190 designers and engineers. Evektor's capabilities: - Aircraft development - Evektor is certified to design aircraft (DOA) according to EASA Part 21. - All types of FEM computations, including crash analyses and compu- tational fluid dynamics.

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EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK is one of the world´s largest manufacturers of light sport aircraft, advanced UL and very light airplanes, with over 40 years experience in aircraft manufacturing, EASA certified aircraft production and sales network in 40+ countries globally. Fleet of over 1.000 airplanes has been already delivered by Evektor- Aerotechnik to flight schools, aeroclubs and private pilots all around the world. Evektor-Aerotechnik aircraft range includes top of the LSA / UL class models – SportStar MAX, EurStar SL / SLW and certified Evektor−Aerotechnik, Inc., trainer the SportStar RTC. Letecká 1384 Long-time experience of Evektor design team in civil and military air- 686 04 Kunovice planes has become a base for the latest company General Aviation Czech Republic projects – single piston four-seater - VUT100 Cobra / SuperCobra and e-mail: [email protected] new generation twin engine turboprop the EV−55 Outback. www.evektoraircraft.com Evektor−Aerotechnik is also supplier of aircraft parts and subassem- blies as well as production jigs for aircraft programs in European avi- ation industry. In recent years the company participated in deliveries to Ibis Ae 270 turboprop program, AeroVodochody L−159 light combat airplane program, and delivery of assembly moving line for the B747 auxiliary fuel tank program.

Registered office: Manufacturing: Fascination a.s. Jaroslav Sedláček Příkop 6/838 Linecká 829 602 00Brno 382 41Kaplice www.fascination.aero Czech Republic e-mail: [email protected]

Fascination a.s. in cooperation with Jaroslav Sedláček is a company specializing in the production of composite ultralight aircraft of 2 types Fascination F-100 and Evolution E-100. Other activities are: services and repair of these two types and other composite, all-metal and Ceconite covered aircrafts. The company Jaroslav Sedláček started with hang glider production and repair, and soon afterwards began manu- facturing parts for UL aircraft. It progressed to building two UL aircraft kits in series, the Kolibřík (Humming Bird) and the Lišák (Fox). Sunwheel biplanes were produced for export, and in collaboration with the Dallach company, work soon began on the Fascination all−composite monoplane. Now, Jaroslav Sedláček produces the impro- ved all−composite Fascination low−wing and the Evolution high−wing UL aircraft, as well as operating a flying school at the Planá airfield near České Budějovice.

FIMES, a. s. Sokolovská 573 686 01 Uherské Hradiště, Czech Republic Tel: +420 572 522 699 FIMES, a joint-stock company Uherské Hradiště is a subsidiary of a joint-stock e-mail: [email protected] company MESIT Holding. Web: www.fimes.mesit.cz FIMES a.s. was established at the beginning of 1993. The management and The production programme of FIMES, a. s. majority of employees continue the successful work of the FOUNDRY and TOOL has gradually developed towards the most SHOP of the original parent company MESIT a.s. sophisticated products in the respective pro- FIMES, a. s. products find their application in the fields placing high demands on duction areas: quality, such as aerospace and military industry, automotive and textile industry, - Production of technologically demanding electrical engineering, health services, optics, etc. A continual attention is paid to thin-section precision castings made of alu- quality assurance of all processes as well as to improvement in the organisation. minium alloys and precision castings made Since 1998 the company has been certified according to the ISO standards. of non-ferrous metals. Throughout its production history the company has been gradually developing its - Production of moulds for plastics moulding export sales activities and at present we have important customers in Germany, and moulds for metal castings. France, Austria, USA, Finland, Sweden, England, Israel and Slovakia.

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Flying Machines s.r.o. is a producer of modern and high performance ultralight aircraft, utilizing mainly glass− and carbon fibre sandwich construction. Among the types of aircraft the company designed and produced is the B−612, a single−seat, retractable landing gear ultralight monoplane, the current world speed record holder in its class. In addition to the aerodynamically controlled ultralight aircraft, the company also produces the ultralight weight shift trikes of com- posite structure. Actually the Flying Machines Co. concentrates on the production of classic low−wing FM−250 Vampire ultralights and also offers the FM− 301 powered hang−gliders (trikes).

B−612 (left) FM−250 Vampire (below) FM−301 Stream (below)

Flying Machines, s.r.o.,

Rasošky 132, 552 21 Rasošky Czech Republic Ing.Arch. Roman Ivanov e−mail: tel: +420 739 292 850 [email protected] Peter Zeman www.flyingmachines.cz tel: +421 903 524 900

From theoretical 3D shapes ...

Design, development and styling of light sport aircraft Free group of professional aircraft enthusiasts, created aircraft designs for more producers – from first sketches to its documentation, prototype production, arranging of suppliers - till the type certifi- cation and preparing of serial production. 200 planes of our design are flying around the world - from one-seat Gryf ULM-1with stall speed 45 km/hour ( serially produced by TIB ), Skyboy for Interplane with stall speed 55 km/hour, its US version for Interplane USA with smaller wing - received SLSA approval, all-metal UL and LSA type certificated strutted high-wing MD3 Rider with 1,17m wide cockpit, flying 220 km/hour .... till our last baby named Shark – UL aircraft touching 300 km/hour of max level speed. 2011 is the time for first flight of our last design P27, and type certifica- GRYF design tion of Shark, produced by Shark. Jaroslav Dostál aero company Wilsonova 18 Welcome all interested in our next 695 01 HODONÍN designs production - a lot of studies Czech Republic use 50 to 90% of approved docu- tel.: +420 721 459 168 mentation from our former designs. e-mail: [email protected] - designs www.gryfair.cz ... to the 300 km/hour border inspired by the Nature

Airframe custom parts production by order • Metal sheet rolling (airfoil leading edges with Manufacture sheet metal parts up to 3 mm minimum radius 30 mm, maximum length thickness (aluminium, high-tensile steel, stain- 2400 mm, up to 1,5 mm thickness) less steel) • Special sheet-metal aircraft-grade handiwork • TIG (in argon gas) and other type of welding Production facilities and equipment: (CO2, regular oxy/acetylene welding) • Rubber stereo moulding of aluminium • CAD/CAM capabilities for prototyping High Performance Aircraft alkou sheet (500 x 1200 mm size) (technology production setup) International, s.r.o. • 3D CNC milling (600x500x400 mm) • Sheet metal parts shaped by English wheel Lobeček 732 • CNC bending to 3100 mm length Kralupy nad Vltavou 278 01 and 2 (3) mm thickness Production to order: e-mail: [email protected] • CNC cutting of sheets up to 3100 mm • of parts of airframes according to the order www.hpai.cz length and 2 (3) mm thickness of the customer www.hpa-international.com

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HPH 304TS Twin Shark − in development HPH 304S Shark with auxiliary turbine

● Museum and exhibition quality scale models of aircraft Scale models ● HPH 304S, 304MS, 304C hight−performance sailplanes of the L−200, ● Computer−based design work to order (SolidWorks), CAD/CAM Farman ● Large−format five−axis CNC machining (9x3x2,5 m) and Ae−45 ● Moulds and tooling for industry aircraft ● Cobra trailers for the road transport of gliders We welcome collaboration with highly−motivated specialists!

HPH Ltd., Kutná Hora, Czech Republic, phone: (+420) 327 512 633, www.hph.cz

Jihlavan, a.s., is a traditional producer of hydraulic equipment for the aircraft and automotive industry, for medical applications and general use since 1952. So far more than 10.000 aircraft have been equipped with our hydraulic devices. You can meet our products all over the world − flying on the Ilyushin, Yakovlev, MiG, L−29, L−39, L−159, L−410, SAAB JAS−39 Gripen, aircraft etc., on the Zetor tractors, on the Bobcat con- struction machines and on Tatra trucks, in the aircraft engines from Walter, GE, Pratt & Whitney, etc. Besides its traditional products, our company coope−rates with a range of partners in the field of precision machining, completion, assembly, and testing of components made from special materials (stainless steels, titanium, inconels, etc.). Jihlavan, a.s.,

Znojemská 64, 586 52 Jihlava, Czech Republic tel: +420 567 115 311, fax: +420 567 310 187, e−mail: [email protected] , www.jihlavan.cz

Jihostroj a.s., Budějovická 148, 38232 Velešín, Czech Republic www.jihostroj.com

JIHOSTROJ a.s. − design, manufacture and testing of pro- peller control systems, aircraft fuel and hydraulic system components.

JIHOSTROJ GOVERNORS series P−ABC−X/Y are designed for use on reciprocating aircraft engines with a constatnt speed single acting propeller using pressure oil to decrease or increase propeller pitch. The governor is smaller in size and weighs less (by as much as 2.1 lbs, or 1kg), than other existing governors, but pumps 30 to 35 percent more oil to ensure the propeller maintains control in all operating conditions.

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Josef Weiss Plastic - CZ Manufacturer of various glazing in the highest quality

For more than 60 years we have been processing first class raw material. Our manufacturing processes are certified according DIN EN 9100 : 2003 (AS 9100 and JISQ 9100). • Best quality (no distortion, no inclusions) • Precise fitting • Various tints • UV protection • Competent consulting for new projects • Many years of experience in all segments - helicopters, jets, ultralights, LSA, gliders, motor gliders, sports aircraft

Josef Weiss Plastic - CZ, s.r.o Na Záhonech 1177, 686 04 Kunovice Tel : +420 572 508 700 Fax: +420 572 508 701 email : [email protected] www.plexiweiss.de

Established: 1992 Number of employees: 15 Yearly production: 200 Export: 80%

Actual production programme of paragliders: Instinct Yon Jazz MO.YO. − powered paragliding Quest − tandem

JOJO WINGS, s.r.o., Other company products Chvalínská 2109, Parachutes for skydiving 413 01 Roudnice nad Labem, Parachutes and harnesses for B.A.S.E. Czech Republic Kites for powerkiting tel/fax: +420 416 831 863 email: [email protected] web: www.jojowings.com

The company Kaspar was established in 1990 as a machinery enterprise with concentration on precision machinery production, namely as supplier of parts, assemblies and prototype producti- on for bigger machinery enterprises. The system of operation and production management in our company makes it possible to deliver high-grade products without regards to the number of products being manufactured. The predominant part of production is carried out on CNC machine tools – milling, turning, wire cutting, in connection with programming system on DNC network. For the manufacture are used also classical machines, namely for grinding, thread rolling, keyway slotting, gear milling. Our company has at disposal more than 30 machine tools. A separate part of the company engaged in the development and manufacture of various gearboxes for racing use. The entire production is controlled on our checking workplace. Serial production of parts for ultralight aircraft started since 1997, we now offer more than 200 standard parts and many custom versions. Thanks to our own development we are able to deli- ver exactly the parts according to customer needs. As the main groups are supplied the landing wheels, brake systems, propellers, control levers, mechanical parts of control.

KAŠPAR a synové – strojírna Kalmar s.r.o. Nádražní 76, 150 00 Praha 5 Email: [email protected] www.kasparaero.cz

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Balóny Kubíček spol. s r.o., Jarní 2a, 614 00 Brno, Czech Republic 49°12'52.88"N, 16°39'32.86"E tel: +420 545 422 620, fax: +420 545 422 621, e−mail: [email protected] www.kubicekballoons.cz

Kubicek Balloons is currently the third biggest manufacturer of hot−air balloons and airships in the World, producing complete balloon systems − envelopes of up to 14 200 m3 volume, baskets for 2 to 32 passengers, burners and other balloon equipment. Kubicek also developed its own special polyester balloon fabric. All production is EASA certified, incl. various special shaped balloons.

Light Aircraft Instruments.eu Product line: Light Aircraft Instruments.eu (part of AIR TEAM, s.r.o.) is a Czech company with seat in • Airspeed Indicators Brno, Southern Moravia, which specializes to provide full range of flying and engine instru- • Altimeters ments for ultralight, experimental and LSA aircrafts. This range of products is made to the • Vertical Speed Indicators highest standards at a very reasonable price. • Artifical Horizons Customers of Light aircraft instruments.eu are people and companies from the whole • Directional Gyros Europe. The company employs a team of skilled professionals. Customers support is • Tur nand Bank Indicators ready to give technical help and service during all phases. Facility is located at Brno- • Compasses Medlánky airport (ICAO: LKCM). • Accelerometers • Tachometers Airport Brno Medlanky +420 725 508 058 www.airteam.cz • Temperature gauges 621 00 Brno Czech Republic [email protected] • Pressure gauges

LOM PRAHA s.p. Tiskařská 8, 100 38 Praha 10 Phone: +420 296 505 551 [email protected] Fax: +420 296 505 610 www.lompraha.cz

LOM PRAHA s.p., is a traditional representative of the Czech aviation industry dealing with repairs and modernization of aircraft technology, production and repairs of aircraft piston engines, basic and advanced flying courses for the Czech air force pilots and manufacture of simulation equipment.

The company provides life cycle support of civilian and military Mi-8/17/171 helicopters. The company is certified by a number of internationally respected civilian authorities and helicopter design bureaus.

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MAMBA AIR, s.r.o, is an exclusive importer of the CH−7 Kompress helicopters of Italian manufacture for the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland. MAMBA AIR s.r.o imports, assembles, services and commissions the CH−7 Kompress UL helicopters already 11 years. During that period we have amassed a large volue of experience with this type of helicopter. It was not an experimental machine, but ta respected factory−built machine respected the world over, able to operate as reliably as the larger ones. Over 60 machines produced are a testimony to its quality.

MAMBA−AIR, s.r.o., Bohuňovice 662, 783 14 Bohuňovice, Czech Republic tel.: +420 585 389 100 fax.: +420 585 389 101 e−mail: box@mamba−air.cz manazer@mamba−air.cz www.mamba−air.cz

Emergency Parachute ATL and PTCH

•simple control •Quick and reliable canopy opening •Comfort landing •Construction of the harness enables easy adjustment

MarS a.s. Czech Republic www.marsjev.com

MESIT přístroje spol. s r. o. Sokolovská 573 686 01 Uherské Hradiště Phone: +420 572 522 200 Fax: +420 572 522 602 e-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.msp.mesit.cz

Aircraft and special instrumentation is one of the three leading production areas for MESIT přístroje spol. s r.o. This is a traditional production area that the company has a great deal of experience in from the point of view of research, development, batch production and also quality assurance. Our instrumentation has been used in military and civil aviation programmes and for the implementation of programmes for the modernisation of ground forces of the Czech Republic's Army. Quality and reliability of manufactured products and services provided is decisive for maintaining customer satisfaction. • Instrumentation for Measuring Physical Variables (temperature of oil, fuel, exhaust emissions, cylinder heads and air, oil and fuel pressure etc.) • Converters (single-phase and three-phase voltage converters) • Aircraft Communication Technology (Two-band airborne communication transceiver) • Instrumentation for Controlling APU (Control and Monitoring Units) • Testing Technology (More than 1500 testing devices) • Services (design and development of electrical instrumentation and equipment) Quality Management: EN ISO 9001:2009

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MIKROTECHNA PRAHA a.s.

LUN 1216 After the World War II, MIKROTECHNA PRAHA has become Turn Indicator one of the main suppliers of aircraft navigation instruments and equipment for the Czech Aircraft Industry. LUN 1128 Altimeter At the present date the company production is based on membrane and gyroscope type instruments- altimeters, artificial LUN 1241 horizons, airspeed indicators, vertical speed indicators and act. Attitude Indicator MIKROTECHNA offers high quality products for the general avi- LUN 1120 ation and ultralight aviation in compliance with the international CDP Altimeter standards (TSO, ETSO ).

Barrandova 409, 143 00 Praha 4, Czech Republic, tel.: +420 225 273 513, fax: +420 225 273 514, e-mail: [email protected] www.mikrotechna.com

Association of companies from the area of aircraft industry and creation of a comprehensive offer of research and development activities as well as production capabilities (airframe design, avionics, composite materials)

Moravian Aerospace Cluster Na Záhonech 1177 686 04 Kunovice, Czech Republic tel. +420 725 570 901 Email: [email protected]

www.aero-cluster.cz

NIRVANA SYSTEMS s.r.o. Jateční 523, 760 01 Zlin, Czech republic mob.: +420 775 917 006, tel.: +420 577226616, fax: +420 577019117 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.nirvana.cz, http://www.flystyle.cz

Nirvana Trike NV360 Nirvana Glider Katana Nirvana Glider Komaka Nirvana Paramotor Colibri Nirvana Paramotor Instinct Comfort Line

Nirvana Paramotor Instinct Nirvana Paramotor Rodeo Nirvana Trike Cruise Carbon Nirvana Trike Cruise Carbon High Line Taxi Nirvana Systems s.r.o is a successful manufacturer of PPGs and accessories for over 10 years. The ongoing development of Nirvana products, continues to ensure its success among the most elite PPG equipment in the world, including safety, reliability and technical support. Nirvana Systems has sold over 1,600 paramotors worldwide.

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e−mail: info@ok−aviation.cz tel.: +420 318 690 644 www.ok−aviation.cz fax.: +420 319 690 645

Our technical service facility specializes in technical support for ultralight and general aviation aircraft. From simple 100−hour inspections up to complete glass cockpit installation, our team will manage all your technical needs. Through our direct affiliation with several aircraft and equipment manufacturers and cooperation with renowned Part 145 shops, our custo- mers have access to full scale of capabilities and technologies. While other technical shops focus on bigger and more profitable business aircraft, we remain the “general aviation people”. It your aircraft needs technical help, come to see us.

Contact: Ladislav Kuděj Mailing Adress: GSM: +420 724 203 408 Drásov 201 e−mail: ladislav .kudej@ok−aviation.cz Příbram, PSČ: 261 01

OK AIRCRAFT SERVICE, s.r.o. FBO: AIRPORT PŘÍBRAM LKPM, CZECH REPUBLIC WWW.OK−SERVICE.CZ ELEVATION 1529, RWY 06 − 24, INFO 118,75 MHz

the world under our wings…

Orbis Avia spol. s r.o. is a new Czech aircraft maintenance company licensed to perform service and repair to a wide range of aircraft types under EASA Part 145 since 2010.

● Preparation of production line of a turboprop aircrafts SM-92TE Silver Fox ● Maintenance of piston and turboprop aircrafts MTOM above 5700 Kg

Since 2007, when work on the project of SM−92TE Silver Fox started, the company began working with its partners and investors to finalize the development, certifica- tion and line production of the aircraft, finally succeeding in 2010. This new utility multi−purpose aircraft has been long awaited by customers around the world and instantly became the company’s brand. Orbis Avia, spol. s r.o., Orbis Avia is currently focusing on obtaining other EASA certificates, such as Design Headquarter: U kříže 632/24, CZ Organization Approval, Production Organization Approval, Maintenance Training 158 00, Prague 5 Organization Approval and Continuing Approved Maintenance Organization. It is Subsidiary: International Airport expected to obtain these certificates in the nearest future. Hradec Králové (LKHK) Orbis Avia is the nearest partner and member organization of the Heritage of Flying e-mail: [email protected] Legends o.s. Česká Republika. www.orbisavia.cz

Established in year 2008. Phoenix Air is young company with experienced workers, constructors and pilots. Our main target is development, production and servicing of composite airplanes. We are producing ultralight motorglider U−15 Phoenix in versions with different engines including electric. Serial production started in 2010.

Phoenix Air, s.r.o., Lochmanova 64, 562 01 Ústí nad Orlicí Czech Republic www. phoenixair.cz e−mail: [email protected]

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PBS Velká Bíteš, a.s. is a modern, prospering and dynamically developing company. We have reached a prominent position on the market not only in the Czech Republic, but also in other countries. The PBS Velká Bíteš, a.s., gained during more than fifty years’ history of the company a considerable reputation and experience in design, development and production of many different kinds of turbines for various purposes.

Turbojet engine Production programme of the Aviation Division TJ 100A ● Small turbine engines for unmanned air vehicles, gliders and other applications ● SAFIR 5 APUs for various types of aircraft ● Air start turbines Aircraft technique division ● Air conditioning units for aeroplanes and helicopters PBS Velká Bíteš, a.s., Vlkovská 279, ● Cogeneration (combined power/heat) units 595 12 Velká Bíteš, ● Transmissions/Gearboxes Czech Republic ● Low−temperature compressors, e−mail: [email protected] Turboprop engine helium expansion turbines, www.pbsvb.cz TP 100 Pumps, high−revolution machinery

Sdružení R4, U Průhonu 3643, 27601 Mělník, Czech Republic www.r4.cz [email protected]

The company is active in the aircraft and aircraft parts design, including the aircraft of the UL and LSA category according to the customer’s requirements.

Schempp-Hirth, spol. s.r.o. Choceň was founded in Schempp−Hirth, spol. s r.o., 1996 as the successor of Orličan Choceň's Aircraft výroba letadel, Choceň division. The new company took over all employees U Dvořiska 1733 and the entire production program of the old company, P.O.Box 19, 565 01 Choceň which included the production of Discus CS sailplane tel.: 465 352 651, fax: 465 352 659 under license since 1990. At that time production of the e−mail: [email protected] www.shvl.cz Janus sailplane seized after 30 pieces were completed and from January 1995 the company gradually started production of the Duo Discus sailplane. During the coming years Schempp-Hirth Choceň par- ticipated in making parts for other types of aircraft, such as fuselages for Discus 2b and Ventus 2b, tail feathers for the Ventus 2c sailplanes and various metal components. To date Schempp-Hirth Choceň has made more than 331 Discus CS sailplanes, participated in production of 611 Duo Discus sailplanes and made metal parts for another 520 gliders of various types. In 2007 Schempp-Hirth Choceň took over the produ- ction of wings for the VL-3 for Aveko and participated in design and preparation of manufacturing of an amphibian airplane.

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Actual production Sky Paragliders, a.s. programme: Fides 3 paragliding equipment since 1988 Gaia Anakis Atis 3 Sky Paragliders is a Czech manufacturer with seat in Antea Northern Moravia with yearly production of up to 1360 Ares 2 paragliders, 6500 reserve parachutes and about 960 Eris 4 harnesses. The complete production, marketing and Antea K2 sale/after sale services is in high season provided for Cima K2 by up to 100 employees. The company has its own Metis 2 Atis 2 freestyle production capacity with the latest production tech- nologies for paragliding equipment manufacturing − Sky Paragliders, a.s., automatic cutting device, automatic sewing/stitching Okružní 39, machines and the CNC technology for strap and line 739 11 Frýdlant nad Ostravicí, system adjustments. Czech Republic Sky Paragliders certifies all its products both in the tel.: +420 558 676 088, DHV and EN laboratories. Sky Paragliders holds fax: +420 558 675 305 the DHV status of a manufacturer and is just about to e−mail: info@sky−cz.com finish its ISO certification now. www.sky−cz.com

We specialize in design, manufacturing, sales and maintenance of all-metal and carbon-composite light aircraft ((UL/LSA category) for recreational flying, pilot training and special operations. Our aircraft provides safety, prestige and emotion to our worldwide customers. We are also a certified component supplier for aeronautical industry. CONTACT JIHLAVAN airplanes, s.r.o. Znojemská 826/64 CHARACTERISTICS 586 01 Jihlava • High level of flight safety Czech Republic • Smooth and easy handling Tel. +420 567 115 312 • Wide range of flight speed Fax: +420 567 115 323 • Very short take-off and landing distances e-mail: [email protected] • High level of customization www.skyleader.aero • Full factory customer service • ASTM certified materials and production • Long-term durability • Fast assembly and disassembly • Low maintenance cost

MANUFACTURING SKILLS www.skyleader.aero Drilling, milling, routing, forming, slotting, riveting, sealing, chromating

Additional equipment airplane cockpit These are elements of upholstery, including the dashboard, which are easy assembly and disassembly. These elements do not interfere in the cockpit and aircraft con- struction, to maintain the functionality and safety of the crew. The materials are certified and they can be combined according to the manufacturer's offer. Are engaged in production since 2007 and detailed processing is among the best in this field. We offer individual solutions to design the cockpit for the aircraft manufacturer.

Office: Š+Š přesné autopotahy, s.r.o Ústecká 28, 560 02 Česká Třebová Czech Republic Tel.: +420 465 531 064 Fax: +420 465 530 230 GSM: +420 603 503 120 e-mail: [email protected] www.airplanecockpitdesign.com

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● Is a well−established manufacturer of land- ing gears, control blocks, hydraulic units, actuators and other accessories for Aero Vodochody a.s. airplanes and helicopters. Landing Gear Division ● U Letiště 374 Has extensive experi- 250 70 Odolena Voda ence in development and Czech Republic production of landing Tel. +420 255 761 111 gears since 1930s, hav- [email protected] ing produced more than www.aero.cz 10 000 units. consolidated from ● Has a high−quality tech- Technometra Radotin nology base comprising all qualifications, equipment and services necessary for development, manufac- ture, sales and after−sales support of its products.

Airport, Building 125, 503 41 Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic Tel.: +420 49 548 23 92-3 www.tl-elektronic.com

TL Elektronic Inc. was founded in 1995 and has developed more then 40 instru- ments determined entirely for aircrafts. Our products are glass cockpit solution EFIS+EMS Integra with 3D terrain together with standard instruments for engine monitoring system, intercom, hourmeters, altimeters, accelerometer, flight position logger etc. for ultralight aircrafts and experimental. We are supplier to companies such as Honyewell, BAE systems, Red Bull Air Race Team, BRP-Rotax, Extra Aircraft, Evektor, Czech Air Force and others.

Integra glass cockpit solution Glass cockpit EFIS & EMS Integra TL-6624 is a multifunctional system that integrates all primary flight and engine instruments. The Integra also includes navigation systems (HSI, CDI with connection to the popular Garmin SL-30) and worldwide 3-D terrain maps. Optional autopilot servo with magnetic clutch of our own production (torque 4.5Nm / 40in/lb, weight 0.7kg/1.5lb) with no force in the steering when autopilot is not activated and with remotely controlled slip.

Established in 1989 in Hradec Králové, TL−ULTRALIGHT has produced more than 1000 ultralight aircraft. The TL-ULTRALIGHT factory uses the most sofisticated machines such as CNC lathes, CNC milling cutters, water jet cutting and 9 meter (30feet) long 5-axis milling cutter. This equipment allows TL-ULTRALIGHT to keep up with the latest technology and to offer the best quality products. You are welcome to visit us for a factory tour and a demonstration flight.

TL−ULTRALIGHT s.r.o., Letiště − budova č. 84 503 41 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic Tel: +420 495 211 753 Tel: +420 495 218 910 e−mail: [email protected] www.tl−ultralight.cz

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Tomáš Podešva, výroba, opravy a servis ultralehkých letadel, 783 96 Újezd u Uničova 87, Czech Republic tel.: +420 605 550 708, 605 255 605 skype: tomas.podesva e−mail: [email protected] www.podesva−air.com

Primary (certified) aicraft line: Trener UL, Tulák Dandy, Piper UL Cubby, Amigo Custom−made types, replicas: Me 109 UL, Fokker DVIII UL, Stearman UL, Aero C104 UL, Brigadýr UL

The company activities consist of production of custom−designed airplanes, replicas, as well as aircraft made to the speciffications provided by clients. We specialize mainly the "classical" style aircraft − made of standard materials (metal and wood); the starting structural element of our aircraft is the steel tube truss or the all−metal semi−monocoque structure. Thanks to our in−house design capability we are able to fulfill various, often unconventional, clients’ requests (providing the design solution for mono−, bi− or triplanes; high−, mid− or low−wing, side−by−side or tandem seating arrangement, etc.). Besides the manufacturing activities we provide also the servicing − we carry out inspections and checks, repairs and overhauls of light aircraft and we offer all other aviation services, e.g. supply of spare parts, modifications and rebuilding of aircraft etc.

Za viaduktem 429, 400 01 Ústí nad Labem www.ulas.cz, e-mail: [email protected] We are pleased to inform you that we have resumed manufacture of the Allegro 2007 aircraft. This Allegro model was born through cooperation between the Kábrt brothers from Vanessa Air and the Czech Technical University in Prague. This high-wing monoplane driven by Rotax engines has proven to possess very good flight features and pleasant manoeuvrability at low speeds. The fuselage is made of composite materials and the wings, elevator and rudder are made of metal. The Allegro's manufacturer, ULAS s.r.o., is based in Ústí nad Labem, in the north of the Czech Republic, and the manufacturing is certified under ČSN EN ISO: 9000. We have resumed manufacturing and hope to see continuing growth in sales on world markets. The aircraft has gained certification in the Czech Republic and Germany for towing gliders, and it is certi- fied in the LSA category in the USA. We offer a wide range of flight and engine instruments, from standard items to fully digital equipment. The cockpit is comfortable and spacious. These and many other features of the new Allegro are reflected in the very positive responses from experienced pilots. Service: Complete ULL and GA aircraft care l flying school l pilot´s training l real and simulator procedures Call us or visit at: www.ulas.cz, +420 777 769 722 in English, German, Polish and Czech languages

Aviation Technology ● (Avionics, ECU / FADEC) Power Electronics ● Critical Control Systems ● Micro−turbine Control ● Embedded Systems ●

● Research and development ● Analysis, HW & SW design, testing ● Certification (DO/254, DO/178B, DO/160E) ● Prototype and serial production www.MECHSYS.CZ Jundrovská 33, 624 00 Brno, Czech Republic, tel.: +420 541 515 111, fax: +420 541 210 361, e−mail: [email protected] 58 CZECH AVIATION 2011

The company activities are aimed especially at the design and calculus work for the UL and sports aircraft and includes:

− preliminary design and design studies of aircraft G304 Shark Samba XXL VL-3 − design using CAD (Solid Works) HPH, 2006 Urban Air, 2004 Aveko, 2004 − stress calculations (FEM NASTRAN) − aerodynamic calculations − consulting − design of both static, stress and flight testing TL-96 Star U-15 Phoenix Raven 257 TL-Ultralight, 1997 Phoenix Air Wolfberg Aircraf, 2000 procedures. The company specialises in design and calculation of composite aircraft.

Allegro 2000 Sirius G304CZ Fantasy Air, 1999 TL Ultralight, 2008 HPH, 1997 Vanessa air, s.r.o., Toulovcovo nám. 1163, 570 01 Litomyšl, e−mail: [email protected]

Czech Republic www.vanessaair.cz UFM-13 Lambáda Saegle TL-2000 Sting Carbon Urban-Air, 1996 Wuest Gmbh, 2009 TL-Ultralight, 2001

Verner Motor, is on the market since 1991. Its main production programme is the development and manufacture of engines for ultralight and Experimental category Verner Motor aircraft including replicas. The company produced over 900 engines, powering also some hovercraft and also some other vehicles and equipment. Currently the Verner Motor, offers the proven VM−133M engine of 62 kW / 86 HP and this year brings a newly developed JCV−360 engine New JCV−360 engine (above), of 25,7 kW / 35 HP, designed for use in the well−proven VM−133M (left) powered paraglider trikes and ultralight Scarlet - prototype of a small five−cylinder radial (below) single−seaters. The company also finishes development of even smaller JCV−180 engine of 13,5 kW / 18 HP and now JCV MOTOR, s.r.o. in prototypes undergoes evaluation also Strojní 562, 788 13 Vikýřovice, Czech Republic a small five−cylinder radial engine slated e−mail: [email protected] especially for the historic aircraft replicas. www. vernermotor.com

VZLÚ - Výzkumný a zkušební letecký ústav, a.s. a major aeronautical research and testing centre in the Czech Republic

RESEARCH - DEVELOPMENT - ENGINEERING - TESTING • CFD computations and simulations, flight mechanics, optimisation, aircraft and UAV/UAS aerodynamic design • affordable wind tunnel testing from 2000 EUR/day (test section 3 m, flow speed up to 70 m/s) • FEA, structure analyses and computing, aeroelasticity analyses, material analyses • structural testing - static and fatigue testing, test of landing gears, test of metal and composite structures, coupon and material testing, bird strike tests, NDT • ground vibration testing and modal analyses • composite structures design and infusion production technologies development • aircraft propellers design and testing • combustion research and turbine engine testing and engineering • mechanical and climatic testing, corrosion engineering

Address: VZLÚ, Beranových 130, 199 05 Prague, CZ Contacts: e-mail: [email protected], tel: +420 225 115 332 Website: www.vzlu.cz

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W−Motor−Service is a small Czech company with fifteen years of tradition, active in the field of repair, restoration, design and building of current and vintage/veteran aircraft engines and airframes. Among the more common production engines we repair and refurbish mainly the Walter Minor line and the M series (Avia) for the Zlin aerobatic and touring aircraft. Of the historic engines we maintain and repair mainly the radials − Shvetsov ASh−21 (7 cylinders), ASh−62 (9 cylinders), ASh−82 (14 cylinders) and others. The W−Motor−Service company also provide for supply of spare parts for the abovementioned engines.

W−Motor Service, s.r.o., Letište Bubovice, 267 18 Karlštejn, Czech Republic tel: +420 311 670 031 fax: +420 311 670 032 mob.: 602 393 155 skype: wmotorservice e−mail: w−m−[email protected] www.w−m−s.cz

FLY ENGINE and WALKERJET paramotors equipment

WALKERJET paramotors equipment is a Czech manufacturer of engi- nes and paramotors. Located near Pilsen (west Bohemia) its products find their way to customers all over the world. The process of a continous development and innovation culminated in a model range 2011 which meets the toughest reliability and quality requirements, placing its products among the best in the field of PPG in the world. Currently the company offers two models of engines F100 and F200 both with electric starter and two models of paramotors equiped by these engines.

FLY ENGINE WALKERJET Tatiná 32 330 11 p. Třemošná Czech Republic Tel.: +420776555509, +420602314406 [email protected] [email protected] www.flyengines.com www.walkerjet.cz

WOODCOMP came into existence at the end of 2000 as a result of merger of the two largest manufacturers of aircraft propellers in Czech Republic having a rich and long tradition. The result of this merger is a high−tech company, with produc- tion capacity of more than 2000 propellers annually and with a top daily prodution rate of 38 units. The company employs WOODCOMP s.r.o. 30 qualified workers. Customers can visit the deve−lopment Vodolská 4, and testing facility at the company premises and also the 25070 Odolena Voda, special shops for processing and testing of wood, composite Czech Republic materials and metals. In the production program there are tel. 00420 283 971 309 tens of types and more than 150 versions of aircraft propellers fax. 00420 283 970 286 of fixed geometry, ground adjustable and variable pitch. The mob. 00420 724 049 595 propellers are produced almost for all types of engines and e−mail: [email protected] aircraft in the UL, LSA, Experimental and also in PPG category. www.woodcomp.cz We offer here the all−wood propellers, all−composite and also the wood−composite propellers. The propellers are marketed and exported into 40 countries worldwide. Our propellers are designed for piston engines up to 220 kW/ 300 HP. Sales and maintenance/repair centres are in 40 countries Quality system: MOA, DOA, POA.

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ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. is a successor of the traditio- nal production of world reputable training, sport and aerobatic ZLIN aircraft. More than 50 types of ZLIN have been produced since 1934 and over 5600 of them supplied to more than 60 countries around the world. ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. offers complex service and maintenance activities on aircraft at ZLINservice center together with maintenance management at ZLINcamo organization. ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. also provides training for pilots. Support of ZLIN aircraft operations includes the training of mechanics and engineers for all levels of maintenance of both types produced. ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. also manufactures flight com- ponents for other aircraft manufacturers – in par- ticular wheels, brakes and individual ensembles of aircraft fuselage.

ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. Tel.: +420 725 266 711 Letiště 1578 Fax: +420 226 013 830 76581 Otrokovice [email protected] Czech Republic www.zlinaircraft.eu

Since 1999 the construction of the Savage planes (which employ the best aeronautical materials coming from USA, Italy and France) started in Czech Republic and it is carried by the aeronautical company ZLIN AVIATION s.r.o. All workers are fully qualified and Napajedla have gained extensive experience in 2 Kvetna 685 the Country's most important aero- Czech Republic nautical companies (Moravan, Let, [email protected] etc.). The production line features www.zlinaero.com a whole series of product quality controls and construction checks. Zlin Aviation s.r.o. actually is manu- facturing the Savage Classic, the Savage Cruiser and the Savage Cub. The company will introduce a new model named Savage Bobber for the first time at the next German interna- tion exibition of Friedrichshafen. The Savage Bobber has been designed to become a new original idea for real flying enthusiasts.

Zlin−Avion service, s.r.o., is a company with many years of experience in overhauls, repairs and alterations of various types of sport and training aircraft, mainly of the Zlin make. Aircraft serviced by Zlin-Avion service, s.r.o. can be found flying in many countries around Europe and overseas.

Zlin−Avion service, s.r.o., Letiště 1618, P.O.Box 1, 765 02 Otrokovice 2, Czech Republic Tel.: 420 577 921 781, 420 577 921 782 e-mail: milan.jancar@zlin−avion.cz [email protected]

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CZECH SPACE OFFICE

Ceremonial opening of the exhibition, accompanying the Space research and development have 61st International Astronautic a long tradition in the Czech Republic star- Congress IAC 2010, co- ting back in October 1969. In 1978, the organised by the Czech Space first Czech astronaut Vladimir Remek spent Office. 6 days on-board of the Salyut 6 orbital sta- tion and Czechoslovakians thus became the third nation to enter the space. The first Czech satellite Magion 1 reached its orbit in October 1978. The Automated Stabilised Platform was the most sophisticated space equipment manufactured in Czechoslovakia. It was used on the Soviet Vega Spacecrafts SWARM satellite. in 80’s and also installed on the Mir orbital Its on-board micro- station. Second half of 90’s brought increa- accelerometers are developed sing level of cooperation with the European and produced by the Space Agency (ESA), which culminated in specialized Czech facilities November 2008 when the Czech Republic headed by the ARTI (Aviation became the ESA full member. Starting from Research and Test Institute/ the 2010, the Czech Republic is also full VZLÚ - Výzkumný a zkušební member of EUMETSAT. letecký ústav) of Prague. The ESA membership has opened new oppor- tunities for Czech companies and institutions engaged in space. The Czech Republic has committed 45.6 million Euro to the ESA pro- grammes until 2013. Space related research and innovation projects are also eligible to get funding from the Czech Grant Agency, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Czech VZLU - Vyzkumny a zkusebni letecky ustav, a.s. Academy of Sciences and universities. Aeronautical Research and Test Institute Beranovych 130, 199 05 Praha-Letnany The Czech Space Office (CSO) is the nati- onal information and advisory centre for tel: +420 225 115 496 space opportunities and activities in the mob: +420 724 359 324 www.vzlu.cz Czech Republic and serves the national space community as the central contact point for communication with ESA. The CSO has close relations with the Association of the Aviation Manufacturers and Czech Space Alliance, two bodies where larger companies and SMS, respectively, of the Czech space industry are organised. The space industry is one of the new emer- ging sectors in the Czech Republic. Several Czech manufacturing companies have alrea- dy a contract to supply mechanical and/or electronic parts and sensors for satellites. Apart from companies already approved to deliver to the space, there are many with The ARTI - Aviation Research and Test Institute (VZLÚ - Výzkumný a zkušební a potential to transfer their technological letecký ústav) develops and supplies some special scientific instruments skills into the space sector. The main Czech and equipment designed to be used for experiments and measurements hardware competencies include materials undertaken in the space. Among its most important tasks belongs the thermal processing; high-precision mecha- development of the high-precision micro-accelerometers for measuring the nical parts and assemblies; PCB assembling extremely small accelerations in the spacecraft. These very accurate devices in a clean room; mechanical, structural and enable to measure the effects of non-gravitational forces on the parameters environmental testing; high-quality optical- of trajectory of the artificial satellites, orbiting the Earth. Subsequently the mechanical/-electronic devices; telecom- processed data enable to produce and make more accurate the dynamic munication systems; robotic systems and models of the Earth’s thermosphere. Currently the ARTI/VZLÚ participates in nanotechnology products. In the field of the SWARM project, part of the “Earth observation “programme, supported software development, the major skills cover by ESA. The project is devoted to the research of the magnetic field of the vehicles health monitoring, flight/ground seg- Earth and the near space environment, with the EADS Astrium concern ment software, complex software solutions, serving as the main implementer and prime contractor. The purpose of the solutions for safety-critical systems, digital order for the ARTI/VZLÚ is a supply of one engineering model and three flight image processing and signal processing. examples of the micro-accelerometer for measuring accelerations of low frequencies and amplitudes. Besides the SW also the EGSE - a ground test unit - is included in the scope of the task. www.czechspace.cz

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Aerospace Engineering at Czech Technical University in Prague The Czech Technical University in Prague (ČVUT/CTU) is one of the Czech Technical University in Prague most important and respected Czech technical universities. Since www.cvut.cz 1926 it trains aviation engineers and also carries many high-level sci- entific, research and development activities in the realm of aerospace, http://aerospace.fsik.cvut.cz under-taken at the University departments (faculties) - the machine http://uld.fd.cvut.cz engineering, electric engineering and transport engineering. http://www.fel.cvut.cz These departments have a number of specialized sites, serving the need of University as working as needed for the aerospace indus- try R&D, and for the air transport. Some of the activities of the ČVUT in the aviation domain: The Czech Technical University in Prague offers ● Design, research, development and building of sports aircraft the following aviation-related courses of study: including airframes of light and ultralight category. ● Aircraft (aircraft structures−airframes, aviation powerplants) ● Safety and reliability of aircraft structures and powerplants. ● Aviation control and information systems ● Strength and life of aircraft structures. ● Air transport ● Research, development and design of aero engines and light ● Professional pilot fan propulsion. ● Operation and control of air transport ● Aerodynamics and mechanics of flight. ● Aircraft maintenance techniques ● Aerodynamic design of airfoils for airframes and propellers. ● Research and design solutions for cases of spatial flow in applications of external and internal aerodynamics, including the flow in curved channels. ● Composite materials and composite structures. ● Research and development of aviation technologies in foundry practice, forming, welding, machining, surface finishing, metrology and assembly in aerospace manufacture. ● Research and development of avionic systems for small sporting aircraft. ● The research and development of a budget autopilot for small transport aircraft ● Research and development aimed at reliable integrated GPS, ● Glonass and Galileo systems' receivers. ● Ground vibration test and flutter analysis of small aircraft (UL&LSA). ● Modal analysis of structures (eigen-frequencies).

Brno University of Technology in the aerospace research and development

The aviation education has a long−standing tradition at the universities http://lu.fme.vutbr.cz www.fme.vutbr.cz of Brno; it brought, besides e.g. the development of the turbine aero engines, also some pioneering aircraft designs and high−performance ● Design of the VUT100 Cobra five−seat touring aircraft. gliders of the thirties and sixties. ● Collaboration with the HPH company in the development In 1982 at the Brno University of Technology the Aviation Department of the HPH−304S high−performance all−composite glider. has been re-established and in 1993 the University had founded its ● Design and production of "Marabu family" of experimental Institute of Aerospace Engineering (IAE), led by prof. Ing. Antotnín aircraft: VUT 001 Marabu and its modifications VUT 051 RAY Píštěk, CSc., as a part of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. and VUT 061 Turbo. IAE belongs to very few institutes in Czech Republic, who offer ● Collaboration on modernization program for L-410 transport aircraft. university degree study in aerospace. It covers wide range of speciali­ ● Cooperation with the Jihlavan Co. in the development zations in 2 master´s and 1 bachelor´s study programmes. The Institute of hydraulic components for small transport airplanes. offers master degree in "Aircraft Design" and in "Aeronautical Traffic", ● Collaboration in the development of the EV-55 light transport, bachelor´s study for "Professional Pilots" and also the doctoral (PhD) build by Evektor Co. studies. The work of the IAE is from the beginning aimed at a close ● Cooperation on the EU projects: CESAR, DATON, CELPACT, cooperation with companies of the Czech aerospace industry. PPLANE, DAEDALOS, SPARTAN. In 2000 the Aerospace Research Centre (ARC) has been cre- ated, based on the programme of research centres of the Ministry of Youth, Education and Sports of the Czech Republic (MŠMT). The Aerospace Research Centre's work is supervised by a fifteen−member council, with an absolute majority of industry representatives, thus the Centre ensures a transfer of research results to the aviation industry and the feedback of the industry knowledge to the research sites. The activities of the IAE and ARC are aimed at aerodynamics, mod- ern technologies and materials, systems' reliability, hydraulic systems, space research and at the aeronautical structures, strength and life of aircraft and also at the economic aspects of the aircraft development. An important asset of the IAE is the test facility with the Czech CAA certificate for static and fatigue testing of aircraft structures. The wide scope of work is documented by some of the many tasks in which the IAE participated or participates. Here belong e.g. the: ● The development of the KP−2U Sova ultralight and its further upgrading. ● Collaboration in the development of the Aero Ae-270. ● Collaboration in the development of the JA600 Light Sport Aircraft for Jihlavan Airplanes.

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