Concorde Battery Receives FAA Approval

Concorde Battery Corp. of West Covina, California, has received approval under Technical Standard Order C173 by the Federal Aviation Administration for eight valve regulated sealed lead acid (VRSLA) batteries. The company is the first battery manufacturer to apply for and receive TSO approval.

The TSO-approved models are Concorde’s RG-121 Series and RG-122 Series; emergency batteries for lighting, standby, avionics, FADEC and backup power. Parts conforming to TSO C173 are approved for both design and production.

The batteries never require replenishment of water or electrolyte. Available with or without internal heaters, all of these batteries are self regulating on charge, taking only the current required to maintain a full charge. RG® Series emergency batteries protect and extend the life of other avionics without a dedicated charger.