Transport & Logistics International Volume 13 Issue 2 | Page 90

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We’ re fortunate to have a very skilled and dedicated labor force who share our passions for the company, the aircraft, and the people flying them
solve customer problems, and we often pivot to become more of an engineering company if and when customer requirements allow.”
Alpine is also active in the field of sustainability, having signed a Letter of Intent to purchase up to 75 ERA aircraft, a hybridelectric regional transport aircraft from AURA AERO.“ Most aircraft serving the regional cargo markets are expensive to maintain, so we’ re looking to utilize sustainable, nextgeneration technology to provide longterm cost controls for our customers,”
Michael reveals.“ This model is tailored to the measurements required for palletized cargo and features eight engines, complete with an on-board generator power unit that uses jet fuel to efficiently charge batteries, which are then used to propel the aircraft. Leveraging this technology would also enable us to reduce our operating costs and pass these savings on to our customers while also decarbonizing our operations.”
In a press release about the Letter of Intent( July 2024), AURA AERO’ s CEO and
PT6A & TPF3131 Fuel Nozzle Specialists.
Tennessee Aircraft overhauls Simplex and Duplex Fuel Nozzles on both PT6A and TPF331 to overhaul standards at competitive pricing.
Our overhaul standard delivers the finest fuel atomization available, surpassing the basic requirements of the maintenance manual- which can leave streaking, voids, and minor inconsistencies in the spray pattern. We also offer same-day turnaround and exchange options upon request.
Tennessee Aircraft Co, Inc. Ph: 615.758.5005 | Web: www. tennairco. com 5005 Market Place, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
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