FAA OKs True Blue Power Lithium Battery
Credit: R44: Robinson
WICHITA—The FAA for the first time has granted approval for lithium ion battery use as a primary electrical power source, including engine start, True Blue Power said. The company received a Supplemental Type Certificate for its TB17 (17-amp hr.) lithium ion batteries for Robinson R44 helicopters...
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