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FAA Approves Concorde Battery Lead Acid Solution for Gulfstream GV and GV-SP Aircraft

WEST COVINA, CA -- Gulfstream GV and GV-SP operators now have an option to install highly reliable, low maintenance, sealed lead acid Concorde batteries using FAA approved STC ST01097DE. The STC provides for installation of RG-380E/53L, 53 ampere-hour batteries using kit 5-0730. The kit includes battery trays and hold down bars that work in conjunction with the existing mount to accommodate the footprint of the RG-380E/53L battery without modification to the aircraft. Kit 5-0730 also includes Gulfstream Charge Adaptors (P/N 9713) which connect to the aircraft side battery charger temperature sensing plugs. These are used as part of the Picture2.pngprocess of placing the chargers in TR Mode. The parts in the kit require a single installation and are reusable for the lifeof the installation. This simple configuration provides for an easy retrofit. in TR Mode. The parts in the kit require a single installation and are reusable for the life of the installation. This simple configuration provides for an easy retrofit. 

 

The benefits of Concorde Battery installations realized by Gulfstream G350 and G450 operators for years are now available to GV and GV-SP operators including reduced battery cost per flight hour, simplified maintenance requirements, reliability and safety. Concorde sealed lead acid batteries do not require deep cycling, water replenishment or temperature monitoring because there is no threat of thermal runaway. They ship Hazmat Exempt and can be transported by land, air or sea without special provisions. Additionally, Concorde batteries are fully recyclable. 

 

FAA Approves Concorde Battery for Gulfstream GV GV SP Aircraft2Concorde RG® batteries are 24.0 volt nominal voltage batteries. They can float directly on the DC buss without a special overcharge function. The nominal voltage of the existing nickel cadmium batteries is 25.2 volts which requires a high charge voltage. To preventovercharging, the GV / GV-SP battery chargers are placed in TR Mode reducing the charge voltage to 27.75 volts. Lower stabilized voltages after the “Initial Powerup Test” for the GV-SP are due to the difference in nominal voltage but this does not impact aircraft performance per type trials conducted. A small trade-off for the increased savings with Concorde.

 

 

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Concorde Battery Corporation Opens Registration for 2023 Virtual & In Person Maintenance Training Events

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October 18, 2022

Concorde Battery Corporation Opens Registration for 2023 Virtual & In Person Maintenance Training Events


WEST COVINA, CA – Registration is now available for Concorde Battery Corporation’s 2023 Virtual IA Renewal Series and the in-person IA Renewal event at Midlands Technical college in West Columbia, South Carolina. These free aviation maintenance training sessions are available to inspectors, maintenance professionals, pilots, operators, aviation professionals, students and enthusiasts.
Virtual Events –
The 3rd Annual Virtual IA Renewal Series provides access to 8 hours of maintenance training by prominent speakers worldwide from the comfort of your device. Distinguished speakers teach one-hour courses on Piston, Turbine and Rotorcraft specific topics. Each series runs for four hours over two days and is available in a morning (8 AM – 12 PM EST) and evening (5 PM – 9PM EST) session to accommodate worldwide audiences. Each session is eligible for up to 8 hours of IA and FAA WINGS credit.
The Virtual IA Renewal Series dates are –

Concorde Battery Piston Virtual IA Renewal Series–
January 12 & 13, 2023
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Concorde Battery Turbine Virtual IA Renewal Series –
January 19 & 20, 2023
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Concorde Battery Rotorcraft Virtual IA Renewal Series –

January 26 & 27, 2023

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West Columbia, South Carolina – February 4, 2023

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2023 marks the revival of an in-person Concorde IA Renewal Series event. For its 23rd year, the South Carolina IA Renewal will be back at Midlands College in West Columbia, South Carolina. This full day event will take place from 8 AM – 5 PM Saturday, February 4th, 2023. Registration begins at 7 AM. The day will include a catered lunch by Sweet Magnolias of Pelion, SC, door prize raffles throughout the day, and presenters who are eager to interact with you once again. This year’s event includes your option of speakers during hours 2-7 so you may cater your day to your preferences.

 

For more information on speakers and to register for a Concorde IA Renewal Series event visit www.concordebattery.com. Access IA Renewal information by clicking on the 2023 IA Renewal Series graphics on the homepage or through the Training drop down menu.

 

Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to facilitate aviation maintenance education for all; IA status is not required.
We look forward to hosting the Concorde Virtual IA Renewal Series again in 2023 and sincerely hope you will join us!
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FAA APPROVED 2022 VIRTUAL IA RENEWAL SERIES

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September 17, 2021

 

CONCORDE BATTERY CORPORATION OPENS REGISTRATION FOR

FAA APPROVED 2022 VIRTUAL IA RENEWAL SERIES

 

WEST COVINA, CA -- In 2021 nearly 3000 participants joined Concorde’s virtual seminars.  Viewer feedback was overwhelmingly positive with great suggestions for future events. To improve the experience for attendees in 2022, Concorde is offering FAA Approved IA Seminars focused on three distinct disciplines – piston, turbine and rotorcraft.  All are welcome at these free events; IA status is not required.

Registration for Concorde’s Virtual IA Renewal Seminars in January 2022 is now open!

The dates are as follows –

2022 IA Piston Logo Maroon sml  Concorde’s Piston Virtual IA Renewal – January 13 & 14, 2022

Cleveland Wheels and Brakes, Tempest Aero, G&N Engines, Hartzell, Lycoming, Eagle Fuel Cells, Concorde Battery & the FAA

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Concorde’s Turbine Virtual IA Renewal – January 20 & 21, 2022

Michelin, TAE Aerospace, Collins, Goodrich De-Ice, Hutchinson, Dassault Falcon Jet, Concorde Battery & the FAA

 2022 IA Rotorcraft Logo Maroon sml  Concorde's Rotorcraft IA Renewal – January 27 & 28, 2022

Leonardo, Airbus Helicopters, Champion, Sikorsky, Velocity Aerospace, Standard Aero, Hartzell, Concorde Battery & the FAA

 

Each seminar will be held over two days for 4 hours each day to fulfill the 8-hour IA training requirement.  For the convenience of attendees around the world, each day two session will be available at 8 AM to 12 PM EST or 5 PM to 9PM EST. The speakers and content will be the same during each daily time block, but the choice will allow you to select the time block that best suits your schedule. 

 

Registration is required and will be closed when capacity is met.  This year registration will be completed through a new Concorde User Portal.  In order to register for the events, you will generate a login.  Once you have registered you can participate in one, two or all three events with the click of a button.  The portal delivers visibility to your course registration and will provide you with your unique access key to the seminar. After the seminar is over and participation has been validated, certificates will be loaded to the portal.  If you use the same email address to register for the portal as you have for past events, certificates from previous sessions will also be loaded to the portal for your availability.  You can access registration by visiting www.concordebattery.com and clicking on the 2022 IA Renewal Series graphic on the homepage. 

 

Concorde Battery Corporation values education, which is paramount to the industry’s safety and success.  With a focus on educating operators on battery airworthiness and maximizing the life of your battery, Concorde Battery Corporation also provides training opportunities throughout the year.

We look forward to hosting the Concorde Virtual IA Renewal Series again in 2022 and sincerely hope you will join us! 

 

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Concorde Battery Corporation is Excited to Engage at Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo 2021

April 8, 2021

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Concorde Battery Corporation is Excited to Engage at Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo 2021 – $50 Gift Card Show Special & Forum Talks

 

WEST COVINA, CA – After an unforeseen year of pandemic and postponement, Sun N Fun Aerospace Expo resumes operations April 13 through April 18, 2021, on their grounds in Lakeland FL. After a year away, Concorde Battery representatives are excited to see you in person. Join Concorde Battery in Hangar B booths #050-051!

 

In support of participation in the Sun n Fun Aerospace Expo 2021, Concorde is offering a show special. During the Expo, if you purchase a Concorde RG® Series battery either upgrading to or replacing your current RG® battery, you will receive a $50 Visa Gift Card. The offer is applicable to each battery purchased on-site at Sun N Fun. The VISA Gift Card can be used anywhere VISA is accepted! Purchase your battery from a Concorde Authorized Distributor, Wilco in Hangar A Booth #069-070, or Aircraft Spruce in Hangar B Booth #001-009. Then, bring your receipt to Concorde’s Booth in Hangar B, #050-051, and we will provide you with a $50 VISA card. To be eligible, RG® Series Batteries must be purchased on-site and each customer must present the receipt, or receipts, in person at the Concorde Battery booth to claim the VISA gift card.

 

Want to learn more about how to maximize the life of your Concorde battery? Concorde’s Chris Holder will be presenting Aircraft Battery Airworthiness 2021 during Forum sessions Tuesday, April 13, Thursday, April 15 and Friday, April 16 at 10 AM EDT. This course will teach you everything you need to know about caring for your sealed lead acid battery to maintain an airworthy battery and maximize the value of your investment.

 

Concorde Battery Corporation is recognized and respected worldwide as the manufacturer of premium valve regulated sealed lead acid aircraft batteries. For over 40 years Concorde has supplied the US and foreign militaries, has been the preference by airframe manufacturers for OE installations and is the top choice for business and general aviation aircraft operators universally.

 

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Over 2,500 Trained In Virtual IA Events in 2021

March 31, 2021

Concorde Battery Corporation Trains Over 2,500 In Virtual IA Events this Year

 

WEST COVINA, CA, USA ‐‐ Early 2020 saw the last of in‐person events including the Concorde Battery IA (Inspection Authorization) Renewal Series hosted annually at key locations throughout the country. Rather than cancel Concorde’s IA recurrent training events in 2021, Concorde pivoted, and created Concorde’s Virtual IA Renewal Series that provided the opportunity for airmen to complete the training necessary to renew their IA certificate through virtual classes provided free of charge. 

 

The inaugural Virtual IA Renewal Series event in January had nearly 1500 attendees via virtual connection. This was the largest IA Seminar ever held and included participants from all over the world. In March, Concorde presented the Northeast Concorde Battery Virtual IA Renewal Series in conjunction with the Westchester Aircraft Maintenance Association (WAMA). This event provided a last‐minute opportunity to complete IA Renewal Training ahead of the March 31 application deadline. Concorde Battery Corporation representatives also participated in online courses eligible for IA and AMT credit hosted by the Helicopter Association International (HAI), universities, colleges, associations and the FAA across the nation this year. These virtual events resulted in training of more than 2,500 individuals in 2021. 

 

“The industry needed it. Concorde stepped up big this year,” confirms Dave Schiavone, Area Sales Manager and host of the Concorde Northeast Virtual IA Renewal Series. “We continue to support HAI, NBAA, along with aviation organizations like PAMA, WAMA (Happy Anniversary to WAMA for 60 years in operation!), and LIBAA – Long Island Business Aviation Association. There was little opportunity for these professionals to train for IA recertification in 2021 – we had to find a way to present this information.” 

 

“Concorde Battery Corporation has provided IA training in South Carolina for 23 years. When several IA seminars in Florida and Tennessee were shuttered in 2017, Concorde Battery revived those seminars in order to provide continuity for those technicians to recertify each year,” said Chris Holder, Eastern US Sales Manager and founder of the South Carolina IA Seminar. “As the 2020 pandemic set in, it immediately became clear to us that thousands of IAs across the nation would soon be in a precarious position regarding their Inspection Authorization certification renewal – and something had to be planned.” 

 

“What continues to stand out with regard to the Concorde IA Renewal Series is the quality of the speakers at each event,” Dave said. “Our lineup of presenters ‐ Collins Aerospace, JSSI, CAMP, Champion Aerospace, Michelin Aircraft Tire, Dassault Falcon Jet, Honeywell Aerospace, WAMA, and the FAA Safety Team ‐ are recognized in the aviation industry as exceptional instructors. Their knowledge regarding their product and aspects of safety in the industry is what sets them apart. We could not have done it without them.” 

 

“Each year, I’m approached by attendees who are so grateful – and a little surprised – at the quality of the training that is provided at the Concorde Battery IA Renewal Series. Being involved in these seminars for a quarter century gives you an opportunity to listen to hundreds of speakers,” Mr. Holder added. “That has allowed me to identify folks like Tim Gauntt (Hartzell), Vince Bechtel (Tempest), Dennis Wyman (G&N Aircraft Engines), Vern Rogers (Cleveland Wheel & Brake) and so many others who are very passionate – as I am – about providing the right information to the technician in a way that is both entertaining and informative.” The FAA has also adopted a virtual submission process utilizing the web based IACRA, Integrated Airmen Certification and Rating Application portal for Inspection Authorization Renewal applications as an alternative to mail or in person application processes. For a guide, visit: IACRA ‐ Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov) Concorde Battery Corporation highly values education. It is paramount to the industry’s safety and success. With a focus on educating operators on battery airworthiness and maximizing the life of your battery, Concorde Battery Corporation provides training opportunities throughout the year through our IA Renewal Series, engagement with pilot groups, technical seminars and individual training opportunities.

For more information on Concorde Battery Corporation and future events please visit www.concordebattery.com .

 

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Free FAA Approved Aviation Training Day / Virtual IA Renewal Series on March 19, 20 & 27, 2021

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 28, 2021

Free FAA Approved Aviation Training Day / Virtual IA Renewal Series on March 19, 20 & 27, 2021 Presented by Concorde Battery Corporation, FAASTeam, & Westchester Aircraft Maintenance Association

 

WEST COVINA, CA – Concorde® Battery Corporation proudly presents the second event in the 2021 IA Renewal Series with support of the FAASTeam and Westchester Aviation Maintenance Association (WAMA). TheIA NorthEast Virtual Logo FINAL HR Northeast Virtual Aviation Training Day / IA Renewal is an opportunity for Mechanics & Technicians to earn 8 hours of recurrent IA training credit and 8 hours of AMT credit.

 

This free event will be held online due to the impact of the pandemic through GoToWebinar. The online training will be completed in 4 hours sessions over two days. A makeup session will be offered March 27 for anyone who was unable to attend March 19 or March 20. 50 minute training sessions will be presented by experts in aviation including airframe manufacturers, OE parts manufacturers, maintenance professionals and FAA officials.

 

Speakers include Dassault® Falcon Jet, Bombardier, CAMP, Champion Aerospace, Honeywell Aerospace, JSSI, Michelin Aircraft Tires, Concorde Battery Corporation, FAA Safety Team, WAMA Members and more. Registration is open through March 5, 2021! Online registration is required at www.aircraft-battery.com.

 

Following completion of sessions and confirmation of participation, AMT credit will be applied for each 4 hour session participants complete. A certificate of completion will also be emailed to attendees reflecting the completion of the 8 hour IA Renewal course.

 

Committed to continuing education in aviation, Concorde proudly supports Aviation Maintenance Technicians. Concorde Battery Corporation has been manufacturing lead acid batteries for over 40 years at the corporate headquarters in West Covina, CA and now also in Austell, GA. Concorde Batteries are preferred by global airframe manufacturers as original equipment. Concorde also supplies certified batteries to civilian, business & military markets. www.concordebattery.com .

 

For more information contact: Concorde Battery Customer Service and Support Phone 626-813-1234 Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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11-8-20 - Concorde Battery Announces FREE Virtual IA Renewal Series

 

Concorde Battery announces free virtual IA Renewal Series January 21-23, 2021 from 8 AM – 12 PM PST (11am - 3pm EST).

  • FAA Approved IA Refresher Training Event – Leave with your 8-hour certificate
  • Free Event
  • Select 2 of the 3 days available
  • Online - Space is limited
  • Register here

 

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10-30-20 - Concorde Battery Corporation Receives NEW STC for RG-641 Battery Installation on Enstrom 480/480B models

Concorde Battery has received FAA STC SR01067DE approving installation of RG-641, lead acid main battery, on Enstrom 480/480B models. RG-641 has been designed as a drop-in replacement for the original equipment lead acid battery on the helicopter; no kit or hardware is required to convert.

 

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8-10-2020 Concorde Battery Higher Capacity RG-41/53 for Piper M500 & M600 Receives FAA STC Approval

Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce the latest addition to the Platinum Series� Turbine starting lineup, the RG-41/53. This robust 53 Ah AGM battery is TSO-C173a approved and eligible for installation in Piper PA-46-500TP and PA-46-600TP aircraft with FAA STC SA01050DE. The STC approves installation of the RG-41/53 battery in place of Piper Part Number 601-910. It is eligible for use on aircraft registered in the United States and those in Canada under Staff Instruction (SI) 513-003.

 

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Battery Safety – How Does This Affect You

 

 

All safety precautions are covered in our component maintenance manuals, more commonly known as the CMMs. There's a CMM for RG series main aircraft batteries and a separate CMM for RG series emergency aircraft batteries. The safety aspects are the same in both CMMs. A list of the safety hazards is shown on the screen. These include, A, low capacity hazard, B, electrical burn hazard, C, danger of exploding batteries, D, chemical burn hazard, and E, damage to equipment.

 

Regarding the low capacity hazard, the FAA generally requires aircraft batteries to provide backup power in the event of a generator system failure. Never use a battery that has less than 80% of its rated capacity and never jumpstart an aircraft that has a dead or a discharged battery. Think aircraft safety, not just battery safety.

 

Regarding the electrical burn hazard, batteries can generate very high levels of current if the terminals are shorted together. The object that causes the short circuit will get very hot due to the high current and will cause a burn hazard. To prevent electrical burns, take off any metallic jewelry such as bracelets and necklaces that could potentially cause a short circuit across the battery terminals. Also, do not allow your belt buckle to contact the battery connector. Getting burned by a shorted belt buckle is more common than you might think. Obviously, it's not a good idea to place tools or other metal objects across battery terminals. For example, you may be tempted to use a steel ruler or a caliper to measure the distance between battery terminals, as some of us have found out the hard way, severe damage to you and the tool can happen pretty rapidly. As an extra precaution, it's a good idea to install battery terminal protectors when the battery is not connected to test equipment.

 

Regarding the danger of exploding batteries, lead acid batteries can cause explosions because they produce hydrogen and oxygen while on charge. However, there should not be any danger of explosion if you take the following precautions. First, make sure the work area is well ventilated so any hydrogen given off by the battery gets adequately diluted. Second, don't smoke, use an open flame or cause sparking near a battery. Remember that there could be local areas of hydrogen build up in the vicinity of the battery even if the work area is well ventilated. Third, wear proper eye protection when servicing batteries such as safety goggles or a face shield. And finally, do not charge a battery at constant current when it is installed in the aircraft. Constant current charging should only be done in a well ventilated area because a significant amount of hydrogen gas may be released from the battery. Battery compartments on most aircraft do not have adequate ventilation to handle the extra volume of hydrogen that is released so this would cause a potential explosion hazard on the aircraft.

 

Regarding the chemical burn hazard, lead acid batteries contain sulfuric acid in the electrolyte which can cause severe chemical burns. To avoid chemical burns, the following precautions should be taken. Never remove or damage the vent valves, avoid contact with the battery's electrolyte if the battery gets cracked or broken open. Don't touch your eyes after touching the battery, wash your hands first. If electrolyte does get into your eyes or on your skin, flush thoroughly with clean, cool water for several minutes and get medical attention as soon as possible. And finally, the last point is regarding equipment damage. To prevent equipment damage, ensure that the aircraft battery switch, external power source or the charger analyzer is in the off position before connecting or disconnecting the battery. If the circuit is not off when making or breaking connections, the battery terminals may arc and cause damage to the battery, equipment cables or both.

 

If these instructions are followed, then all potential safety hazards will be fully mitigated. Also, as a reminder, the CMMs provide full coverage of the safety hazards and precautions.

 

To complete your training, please take time to read the safety summary in the CMM. Also, take time to read the SDS, safety data sheet, for additional information. The CMM and SDS are posted on the Concorde Battery website for easy access. Finally, if you have any questions on this subject, contact Concorde's customer service department. Thank you everyone. Be safe.

 

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Battery Storage and Installation Preparation – Just the Facts Please!

 

Why it is important to properly store an aircraft battery and how to accomplish this?

Proper storage of an aircraft battery is important because it directly impacts the battery's performance capability as well as its total service life. To understand this, let me describe what happens to the battery during storage. When a battery is in storage, it gradually loses charge even though there is no load on the battery. This process is known as self-discharge and is illustrated in the chart shown on the screen. The capacity retention ratio, or state of charge, decays with time and the rate of decay is strongly affected by the storage temperature. The higher the temperature, the faster the battery loses its charge. As a battery self-discharges, the plates become sulfated and the internal resistance of the battery increases. If the sulfate level in the plates gets too high, the battery will take a lot longer to charge and will not last as long.


To actually see sulfation, take a look at the high magnification photos of sulfated plates and un-sulfated plates shown on the screen. The photo on the left shows the sulfated plate with large sulfate crystals. This is what causes the high resistance in the battery. To prevent the sulfate levels from getting too high, the battery needs to be boost charged to get it back to 100% state of charge. The photo on the right shows the plate after charging, which erases the sulfate crystals. Fortunately, a simple check of the battery's open-circuit voltage with a digital multimeter can be used to determine the condition of the battery.


The table shown on the screen summarizes the instructions from the CMM. A fully charged battery will have an OCV of about 13 volts for a 12-volt battery and about 26 volts for a 24-volt battery. While in storage, the OCV should not be allowed to drop below 12.5 volts for a 12-volt battery or below 25.0 volts for a 24-volt battery. The OCV should be checked every two to four months depending on the storage temperature. If the OCV is getting close to these values, the batteries should be boost charged with a constant potential charger.


Note that if the OCV is allowed to drop below the minimum, a capacity test will be necessary before it can be installed in an aircraft. This is to make sure that the sulfated plates can be restored to a good condition, so obviously, it is best to not let the OCV drop below the minimum. The worst thing that you can do is to put the battery on a shelf indefinitely and ignore the battery's state of charge. Eventually, the battery can become so sulfated that it will not recover and will have to be scrapped.


Another thing that is covered in the CMM is the storage temperature. Ideally, the storage temperature should be below 68 degrees F or 20 degrees C. Referring back to the capacity retention chart, you can see why cooler temperatures are preferred. At 20 degrees C, it takes about 15 months to reach 50% state of charge. At 30 degrees C, it only takes nine months to reach 50% state of charge. And at 10 degrees C, it takes well over 18 months to reach 50% state of charge. So, the cooler it is during storage, the longer you can go before a boost charge is necessary. However, if you cannot avoid storing the battery at warmer temperatures, it just means you will have to boost charge the battery more often.

 

One of the popular myths I hear is not to store it on a concrete floor because this will cause the battery to discharge very quickly. Is this correct?

 

No, that is not correct. That myth is a carryover from early automotive batteries that sometimes had acid residue on the case, which could contact the concrete. This would cause a rapid self-discharge of the battery. Today's lead-acid batteries do not have this issue. The only factor that affects the rate at which a battery self-discharges is the ambient temperature. Cooler is always better.

 

I think the easiest way to cover this topic is by referring to the flow chart shown on the screen. First, we want to do a visual inspection to check the overall physical condition of the battery to make sure there are no obvious signs of damage. If you see any damage, don't install the battery because it may not be airworthy and it's not worth the risk. Next, measure the open-circuit voltage of the battery with a digital multimeter. As long as the voltage is equal to or greater than 25.5 volts, the battery can be installed. If the voltage is equal to or greater than 25.0 volts but less than 25.5 volts, then it will need a constant potential boost charge before installing it in the aircraft. If the voltage is less than 25.0 volts, then you will have to charge the battery at constant potential and follow that up with a capacity test.


As long as the battery passes the capacity test, it is acceptable for aircraft installation. Note, that for a 12-volt battery, all of the voltage requirements are cut in half.

The flowchart is included in Appendix B of the CMM. I also want to point out that the CMM is a governing document for servicing Concorde aircraft batteries, and this video does not take the place of the CMM. If you have any questions regarding the CMM, please contact Concorde's customer service department. Thank you, everyone. Be safe.

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3-4-2019 Concorde Battery Corporation Announces New EASA Certification of Platinum Series® Batteries for Cessna Sovereigns, Embraer EMB135/145 Series Aircraft, and Super Puma Helicopters

 

West Covina, CA - Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce EASA validation of FAA STCs to upgrade to Concorde sealed lead acid batteries in Cessna Sovereigns, Embraer ERJ aircraft, and the Super Puma family of helicopters. 

For Cessna Citation operators who prefer lead acid technology, this is an opportunity to upgrade to Concorde batteries and improve available starting power by 20-40% over the original equipment batteries with ESTC 10068718. RG® Series batteries have a proven history of reliably supporting Pratt & Whitney PW300 series engines at a reduced cost of acquisition and with a reduced maintenance requirement. 

RG-332 Series batteries are now certified via ESTC 10068575 for installation in European registered Airbus Helicopters AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, AS332L2 and EC225LP aircraft. The RG-332 Series has been exclusively designed as a drop in replacement for the original equipment battery with heated and non-heated options available. Installation requires no airframe modifications. EASA certification has also been received, based on customer demand, for installation of Concorde RG® batteries on Embraer EMB 135 and 145 aircraft using ESTC 10068179. The STC allows for installation of two RG-442 batteries designed as drop in replacements to the existing nickel cadmium batteries. 

Concorde's sealed lead acid batteries are the economical solution with a lower cost of acquisition, reduced maintenance requirements, and Hazmat Exempt shipping. Concorde Batteries never require water replenishment and there is no threat of thermal runaway. At the end of life the lead acid battery is 100% recyclable. 

Concorde Battery Corporation is recognized and respected worldwide as manufacturers of premium valve regulated sealed lead acid aircraft batteries. For over 40 years Concorde has supplied stateside and foreign militaries, are preferred by airframe manufacturers for OE installations, and are chosen for business and general aviation aircraft of all types. Concorde batteries are available through a worldwide network of distributors. 

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3-4-2019 Concorde Battery Announces New FAA STC Certification for Lead Acid Battery Upgrade on Sikorsky S-92A Helicopter

WEST COVINA, CA - FAA STC 

SR00917DE has been approved to install Concorde Battery Corporation's Platinum Series® RG-292-102 (17Ah) or RG-292-103A (24Ah) on Sikorsky Aircraft S-92A helicopters. Concorde developed the RG-292 batteries as direct fit replacement for the original Ni-Cd battery. The table below indicates the correct Concorde battery to install dependent on the existing OEM battery. The existing temperature sensor connector is capped, bagged, and stowed. 

OEM Battery Concorde Battery
92550-01806-102 (15Ah) RG-292-102 (17Ah)
92550-01806-103 (24Ah) RG-292-103A (24Ah)

Upgrading to the Concorde lead acid battery reduces cost per flight hour as the result of a lower cost of acquisition, reduced maintenance requirements and Hazmat exempt shipping. Concorde's RG-292-102 and RG-292-103A do not require watering and pose no risk of thermal runaway. 

The advanced lead acid technology of a Concorde battery is exhibited by instant spooling of the engines upon starting. Helicopter operators depend on Concorde batteries for reliability in remote locations and extreme weather conditions with Concorde certified performance at temperatures ranging from -40°C to 71°C. 

Providing Original Equipment batteries to over 50 airframe manufacturers worldwide and certified batteries for hundreds of aircraft models, Concorde is your first choice for strong starts and durability. Concorde batteries have been adopted by militaries worldwide and offer more certified helicopter batteries than any other lead acid battery manufacturer. Batteries are available from Distributors globally www.concordebattery.com . 

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3-4-2019 Concorde Battery Announces FAA-STC for Gulfstream G350 & G450 Models

WEST COVINA, CA - 

Concorde is pleased to announce FAA certification for installation of Concorde`s Platinum Series® sealed lead acid batteries, to replace original equipment lead acid batteries, on Gulfstream models G350 & G450. This upgrade to Concorde`s RG-380E/46L valve regulated lead acid batteries offer Gulfstream operators access to Concorde`s proven Platinum Series® battery line that provides reliable performance and that is available through Concorde`s worldwide network of Distributors.

STC ST00890DE accommodates the drop-in replacement of two each RG-380E/46L batteries by way of a battery tray that employs the aircraft original mounting support and hardware. Included in the STC kit are all components required for this upgrade.

Concorde Battery Corporation has been manufacturing lead acid batteries for over 40 years at the corporate headquarters in West Covina, CA, and now also in Austell, GA. Under the strict aerospace manufacturing requirements of AS9100 + ISO 9001 each battery is tested at key points throughout the manufacturing process. 

Preferred by over 50 airframe manufacturers as OEM batteries, Concorde also supplies certified batteries to civilian and military markets worldwide. Concorde batteries are available only through our global Distribution network. Log on to www.concordebattery.com to find a nearby distributor. 

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9-28-2017 - New MD 369, 500 & 600 Concorde Battery Upgrade Resulting in 85% More Power

 

  West Covina, CA -FAA STC SR00864DE has been approved to install Concorde Battery Corporation`s NEW Platinum Series® RG-624 (24 Ah) battery in MD Helicopters 369D, 369E, 369F, 369FF, 500N and 600N helicopters. The 85% improvement addresses increased power requirements for engine starts. Installing Concorde`s RG-624 will result in stronger starts, prolonged service life and reduced wear on the engine.

During testing, superior starting performance amazed pilots and technicians familiar with the Hughes family of helicopters. 

The RG-624 is a drop-in, when replacing Concorde`s RG-500, RG-600-1 or RG-600-2 installed under SR00716SE or SR01564LA. The new STC is free of charge for these operators.

For those operators that are upgrading to Concorde`s maintenance free sealed lead acid technology by replacing the original equipment nickel cadmium battery, a connector change is required. STC kit, including the connector and aircraft placard, is now available through Concorde`s worldwide network of distribution.

Concorde's Platinum Series® batteries are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. with advanced lead acid technology. They are the choice of airframe manufacturers and end users with a history of dependable starting performance, longer battery life, and extra reserve capacity in the event of a generator failure.

Concorde Battery Corporation is committed to standards of excellence in safety,reliability and longevity that have been sustained over 40 years in business. Concorde is committed to providing the highest quality lead acid battery solution and world class customer support.

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8-30-2017 - Cessna Mustang Upgrade with Platinum Series® Concorde RG-390E/30 Sealed Lead

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RG 390EBConcorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce FAA Approval for RG-390E/30 to be installed on the Cessna 510 Mustang. STC SA02653LA replaces the original equipment battery with a 30-ampere hour drop in replacement that is 5 pounds lighter.

 

Direct replacement of the original equipment battery with the RG-390E/30 offers benefits of prolonged service life and extended maintenance intervals as a result of enhanced plate design and a proprietary PolyGuard® separator system. High cyclic operations, that are susceptible to early battery wear out, will realize longer life as a result of the technology used in the RG-390E/30. Additionally, the robust design extends the inspection interval with initial inspection required at 12 months or 1000 hours in service and subsequent capacity tests at six months or 500 hours, when initial capacity exceeds 90%.

 

The RG-390E/30 is FAA TSO-C173a authorized, confirming that the battery meets the Minimum Operational Performance Standards (MOPS) set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) in DO-293A and is FAA PMA certified specifically for the Cessna Mustang.

 

Concorde's Platinum Series® Batteries are designed and manufactured with advanced lead acid technology. They are the preferred choice of airframe manufacturers and end users with a history of dependable starting performance in temperatures ranging from -40° to 71°C, longer battery life, and extra reserve capacity in the case of a generator failure.

 

Concorde Battery Corporation is committed to standards of excellence in safety, reliability and longevity that have been sustained over 40 years in business. Concorde is committed to providing the highest quality lead acid battery solution and world class customer support.

 

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6-20-2017 - Concorde Battery Receives TSO Authorization on 24 Volt General Aviation Batteries

West Covina, CA - Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce receipt of Technical Standard Order, TSO-C173a, Authorization for the RG24-15, RG24-15M, and RG24-16 13.6 Ah family of sealed lead acid batteries. TSO-C173a authorization confirms that the batteries meet the Minimum Operational Performance Standards (MOPS) set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) in DO-293A.

 

To obtain authorization, the batteries undergo rigorous testing ensuring optimal performance on a fixed wing aircraft or rotorcraft in the most extreme on-board environments. Historically FAA-PMA certified for specific installations in hundreds of aircraft models, this approval guarantees the batteries meet MOPS minimizing the burdensome testing involved with incorporating the batteries into new type designs, STCs or individual type certified aircraft by way of field approval.

 

Concorde`s Platinum Series® Batteries are designed and manufactured with advanced lead acid technology. They are the preferred choice of airframe manufacturers and end users` with a history of dependable starting performance in temperatures ranging from -40° to 70°C, longer battery life, and extra reserve capacity in the case of a generator failure.

 

Concorde Battery Corporation is committed to standards of excellence in safety, reliability and longevity that have been sustained over 40 years in business. Concorde is committed to providing the highest quality lead acid battery solution and world class customer support.

 

 

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6-7-2017 - Concorde Battery Announces FAA Approval for Cessna Sovereign 680

RG 380E 60LBWest Covina, CA - The Federal Aviation Administration has issued Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST04366AT to install Concorde`s RG-380E/60L or RG-380E/53L AGM sealed lead acid batteries in Cessna 680 aircraft. The Sovereign has now joined the list of Citation aircraft certified to fly with Concorde`s robust RG® Series batteries.

 

ST04366AT allows for two RG-380E/60L (48 Ah) or two RG-38E/53L (53 Ah) AGM sealed lead acid batteries to replace the original equipment nickel-cadmium batteries resulting in 20-40% more battery capacity per aircraft without airframe modification. A temperature sensor kit, part number 5-0121, is included with the STC for each battery.

 

Concorde has a proven history of success in Citation aircraft. RG® Platinum Series® batteries perform as well or better than nickel-cadmium batteries and are maintenance free requiring no water replenishment, deep cycling or replacement parts and cells. Upgrading to Concorde batteries reduces down time and provides a more economical option through lower acquisition cost and reduced maintenance.

 

Concorde batteries are shipped fully charged and tested. They are hazmat exempt and are 100% recyclable.

 

Concorde Battery Corporation is the lead acid aircraft battery chosen by airframe manufacturers and end users alike due to the industry leading standards of excellence in safety, reliability and longevity sustained over 40 years in business. Concorde is committed to providing the highest quality lead acid battery solutions and world class customer support.

 

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3-9-2017 - Concorde Battery Corporation Announces New RG® Series Batteries Approved for Installation on the Super Puma using Concorde STC SR02588LA

RG 332West Covina, CA - Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce the TSO C173a approved RG-332 series batteries exclusively designed as drop in replacements for Airbus Helicopters AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, AS332L2 and EC225LP Aircraft.

 

The RG-332 series consists of a non?heated (RG-332-1) and heated (RG-332-2) 44 Ah, 24 volt battery designed to replace the original equipment 43 Ah nickel cadmium battery with no modification to the aircraft. The RG-332 design also allows for rotation of the temperature sensor and internal battery heater connector for proper orientation in any aircraft. RG-332 batteries can be installed using Concorde`s FAA STC SR02588LA covering single or dual installations.

 

Recombinant Gas (RG®) Sealed Lead Acid Batteries provide a more economical option to operators through lower acquisition cost, maintenance free design and hazmat free transportation.

 

Concorde has supplied lead acid batteries as original equipment and direct replacements for fixed wing, rotorcraft and unmanned aircraft for decades. Concorde offers over 100 unique batteries installed as original equipment by the majority of aircraft manufacturers and adopted by military aircraft operators worldwide.

 

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3-8-2017 - Concorde`s High Capacity RG-427 Now Available for Bell 407 and Bell 427

RG 427West Covina, CA - Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to announce that Rotorcraft Support Inc. of Van Nuys California has received a FAA STC to install the RG-427, 34 Ah battery, in Bell 407 and Bell 427 helicopters.

 

Operators have requested a higher capacity battery for the Bell 407 as this helicopter is often used in high cyclic and short leg operations. In these types of operations, the original equipment 28 Ah battery is not getting fully recharged causing starting performance during successive engine starts to degrade and shorten battery life. The decrease in power also causes unnecessary wear on engine components.

 

Air Ambulance and Oil & Gas fleets conduct some of the highest cycle operations. These operators will realize an increase in starting power and improved performance after upgrading to the RG-427, 34 Ah, 24 volt battery that is packed with over 20% more power than the 28 Ah battery.

 

Rotorcraft Support Inc. has added the RG-427 to their FAA approved STC SR01456LA for the Bell 407. This STC was also upgraded to include RG-407, 27 Ah, and RG-427 installation approval on Bell 427 helicopters. This is the first FAA STC approved for Recombinant Gas (RG®) sealed lead acid batteries in the Bell 427!

 

Concorde has supplied lead acid batteries as original equipment and direct replacements for fixed wing, rotorcraft and unmanned aircraft for decades. Concorde offers over 100 unique batteries installed as original equipment by the majority of aircraft manufacturers and adopted by military aircraft operators worldwide.

 

Rotorcraft Support, Inc., has been in business since 1986, and is a full service helicopter maintenance facility located at the Van Nuys Airport in Southern California. RSI`s helicopter maintenance and helicopter repair services are beyond compare. Their reputation for safety, precision work and responsiveness has earned them respect in the helicopter community. They value that respect, and continuously strive to maintain this level of excellence in their organization.

 

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