Antares has supported the sustainment of the T-27 fleet by producing new linear actuators for aircraft trimming.
ISSUE
In recent years, the Colombian Air Force has discovered some issues regarding the T-27 linear actuators. These electromechanical devices have suffered wear for decades, causing aging of the components that have generated various failures in the system components, from electronics, like motors, to mechanical parts, like bearings or pinions. Control surfaces are dependent on linear actuators; therefore, a lack of these elements could lead to grounding the fleet indefinitely.
SOLUTION
Antares A&D’s skilled personnel and comprehensive equipment enable them to integrate electrical components into mechanical assemblies, resulting in the design and creation of advanced electromechanical devices. By applying reverse engineering, Antares has developed new linear actuators for the T-27 Aileron Trim, Rudder Trim, and Elevator Trim. The ease of commercialization and state-of-the-art design of these new components have been carefully considered to ensure optimal performance and improved system functionality during flight.
RESULTS
Antares A&D has developed a robust and certified product that has been extensively tested over the years by the Colombian Air Force. It meets the necessary force requirements for stabilizing control surfaces and is designed to handle environmental conditions across the diverse terrains of Colombia. The product complies with MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461 standards.
