Rapid Application Group Announces Additive Manufacturing Contract with Metro Aerospace
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FAA-certified Microvanes Delivered Using SLS platforms and Glass-filled Materials• Company’s Aerospace and Defense Production Expertise Delivers On-demand Mission-Critical Parts
The microvane array delivered by Metro Aerospace through SLS reduces fuel consumption on cargo planes by up to 4% as well as reducing emissions, wear-and-tear, and improving overall cost of operation.
Broken Arrow, OK. (PRWEB)
January 26, 2021
Rapid Application Group (RAG) today announced a manufacturing agreement with Metro Aerospace for the provision of FAA-certified parts using SLS additive manufacturing. Metro Aerospace, based in Dallas TX, delivers innovative Microvanes that reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency in both military and civilian aircraft and was the first company to achieve FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for 3D printed parts designed for use on an aircraft exterior.