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A’British’ Blackhawk for NMH?

May 10, 2022
Paul Kennard

For those not familiar with the Ace Aero Black Hawk, the concept is to induct a used UH-60/S-70 airframe, then cut it, fit zero timed major components, and equip the aircraft with a new ‘digital backbone’. Jump ahead to page 75 to read about Ace Aero’s involvement in this project.

Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk walk-around at Heli-Expo 2022

March 10, 2022
Vertical Magazine

Join Vertical Magazine on a walk-around of the Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk from Ace Aeronautics.

Ace Aeronautics receives FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval for Production of EO/IR Sensor Nose Mount

April 12, 2021

Ace Aeronautics, LLC (ACE) is pleased to announce Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) # PQ03906SW from the Federal Aviation Administration for the production of the FAA STC #SR01957WI, Ace Aero HD Sensor Mount for the UH-60/S-70 family of helicopters.

Ace Aeronautics, LLC Receives Air Worthiness Release from the Republic of Austria for its ACE DECK VL-60 Integrated Flight Deck

March 30, 2021

Ace Aeronautics, LLC is proud to announce the Republic of Austria has granted a fielding Airworthiness Release (AWR) for its integrated flight deck, the ACE DECK VL-60, as installed in Austria’s S-70A Black Hawk helicopters.

Ace Aeronautics, LLC Earns STC for Electro-Optical Sensor Mount

January 4, 2021

Ace Aeronautics, LLC (ACE) is proud to announce the issuance of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) # SR01957WI for the Ace Aero HD Sensor Mount for the UH-60/S-70 family of helicopters.

Ace Aeronautics receives FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval for Production of ACE DECK VL-60 Kit

November 12, 2020

Ace Aeronautics, LLC (ACE) is pleased to announce Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) #PQ03906SW Supplement #1 from the Federal Aviation Administration for the production of the FAA STC #SR01944WI, G5000H Integrated Flight Deck (ACE DECK VL-60).

Ace Aeronautics, LLC Opens State-of-the-Art Aircraft Paint Booth and Media Blast Facility

October 19, 2020
This facility will add to the company’s extensive list of capabilities, providing military, commercial and general aviation customers an additional component offering or turnkey service.

Ace Aeronautics, LLC Awarded GSA Multiple Award Schedule Contract

September 14, 2020

This award will allow for U.S. Government Agencies and Program Offices to utilize Ace Aeronautics, LLC for Engineering Services, Engineering System Design and Integration Services, and Supply and Value Chain Management.

Ace Aeronautics Receives STC for Integrated Flight Deck ACE DECK VL-60

JULY 11, 2020

This issuance marks the beginning of a new era, as the first COTS IFR and RNAV certified flight deck upgrade for the UH-60/S-70 family of helicopters. 

Ace Aeronautics, LLC Selected as an Awardee on KRACEn Multiple Award Contract to Support U.S. Navy

April 22, 2020

Ace Aeronautics, LLC to Provide Three Additional Black Hawks to The Republic of Austria

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

The contract is valued at over 50-million dollars and involves the design, manufacture, and installation of a new avionics system for three additional Austrian Black Hawk helicopters.

Ace Aeronautics Makes Black Hawk Helicopters Better

JANUARY 14, 2019

WHNT News 19 featured Ace Aeronautics in a weekly series, “Defending America,” and told the story of Guntersville’s only defense contractor. 

Ace Aeronautics Sponsors Pro Bass Fisherman and Guntersville Resident

JANUARY 9, 2019

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Ace Aeronautics, LLC is proud to announce its support and sponsorship of 25-year veteran of the Bassmaster Tour and Guntersville resident, Randy Howell.

Ace Aeronautics Wins S-70A Avionics Upgrade for Austria Armed Forces

JUNE 9, 2017

Ace Aeronautics, LLC d/b/a is pleased to announce the award of a direct commercial sale contract with the Republic of Austria Federal Ministry of Defense and Sport on 01 June 2017.

Garmin® announces G5000H upgrade program for the Sikorsky S-70 and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters

APRIL 26, 2017

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the availability of the G5000H integrated flight deck upgrade for the existing fleet of Sikorsky S-70 and UH-60A/L Black Hawk helicopters through Ace Aeronautics (ACE).

Heli-Expo 2017: Acehawk breaks cover

MARCH 6, 2017

While many have been revealed previously, a new contender has taken its place on the static display – the Acehawk from Ace Aeronautics (ACE), which is equipped with the Garmin G5000H-based avionics suite and Avalex Technologies cockpit management unit (CMU).

Ace Aeronautics Announces debut of their “ACEHAWK” with the GARMIN® G5000H Integrated Flight Deck.- JustHelicopters.com

MARCH 3, 2017

Ace Aeronautics (ACE) is pleased to announce the release of the new GARMIN®G5000H-based avionics upgrade kit for UH-60A/Ls and S-70s called the ACEHAWK.

Bringing Commercial-off-the-Shelf Avionics to Military Cockpits

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

For decades commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) avionics have remained attractive as a conceivable solution for military cockpits around the world, primarily due to their relatively low cost and considerably shorter lead-times

Ace Aeronautics Announces receipt of their UH-60A Restricted Category Type Certificate

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

ACE Aeronautics, LLC d/b/a (ACE) headquartered in Huntsville, AL announces the issuance of a Restricted Category Type Certificate (RCTC) for the UH-60A by the FAA.

Ace Aeronautics Announces debut of their “ACEHAWK” with the GARMIN® G5000H Integrated Flight Deck.

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Ace Aeronautics, LLC d/b/a (ACE) is pleased to announce the release of the new GARMIN®G5000H-based avionics upgrade kit for UH-60A/Ls and S-70s called the ACEHAWK.

Aviation company planning Guntersville expansion – WSFA

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Ace Aeronautics (ACE) is looking to build two hangars on the south end of the Guntersville airport over the next six to 9 months. Company CEO Darrell Kindley said several locations across the U.S. were considered, but Guntersville was chosen …

Guntersville council approves aviation company expansion

DECEMBER 6, 2016

A new aviation company got the green light to expand their company into Guntersville and is expected to bring 50 jobs to the area.

Aviation company planning Guntersville expansion

OCTOBER 14, 2016

As many as 50 new jobs could soon be on their way to Guntersville. An aircraft maintenance facility is announcing plans to locate a new facility there at the airport.

Ace Aeronautics Announces New Operations Facility in Guntersville, Ala.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

Ace Aeronautics (ACE) is pleased to announce the selection of Guntersville Municipal Airport – Joe Starnes Field in Guntersville, Ala. as the site for its new aircraft maintenance and operations facility.

Aircraft restorer could come to G’ville

AUGUST 9, 2016

Ace Aeronautics (ACE) announced plans this week to build hangars at the Guntersville Airport and transfer some of their work from Huntsville to Guntersville.