GDAS

General Dynamics Aviation Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, was formed in February 2001 to meet the maintenance needs of Challengers, Falcons, Gulfstreams, Hawkers and other business-jet aircraft. The business-jet service company serves a broad range of business aircraft owners through regional maintenance centers in Appleton, Wis.; Westfield, Mass.; West Palm Beach, Fla.; Dallas; and Las Vegas.

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Refurbishment Capabilities

• Exterior
• Cockpit Avionics
• Cockpit Interior Refurbishment
• Interior
• Interior Systems Upgrades & Replacement Installations
• Amenities

Exterior

Our comprehensive list includes, but is not limited to, the following items, all of which come with a two-year warranty:

• Custom paint job
• Standard paint (includes base coat and two stripes)
• Metallic stripes
• Additional stripes
• Two-tone paint
• Britework
• Logo / flag / writings
• Registration change
• Inside engine cowls
• Gear wells
• Landing gear

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Cockpit Avionics

Our comprehensive list includes, but is not limited to:

• Latest cockpit technology installation
• Synthetic Vision
• Electronic Flight Bag
• HD-710 HSD
• Universal 890 display upgrade
• Collins ADP DPS
• FMS 6.1 upgrade
• Auto throttles
• RAAS mute upgrade
• PlaneDeck DU885 cockpit display upgrade
• DTU upgrades
• Universal FMS WAAS/LPV
• RVSM
• AFIS w/Weather Graphics
• EGPWS software upgrades
• Enhanced surveillance
• ELT
• Flight data recorders
• Cockpit voice recorders

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Cockpit Interior Refurbishment

• Paint instrument panels and exposed trim pieces
• Plate all hardware
• Engrave control yokes
• Install curtains (including guides and snaps)
• Install carpet
• Install pull-out sun screens
• Cover glareshield
• Recover headliner
• Recover seats (including paint frames and new foam)
• Recover sidewalls and bulkheads
• Replace harnesses and belts

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Interior

GDAS interior refurbishment capabilities are comprehensive, ranging from complete redesign and resurfacing to replacement of key interior features. If it can be done, GDAS can do it. Your custom projects are limited only by FAA regulations. Talk with your GDAS National Sales Manager about how we can turn your dream of an ideal aircraft into a reality. All GDAS refurbishment work comes with a two-year warranty.

• New veneer and cabinetry can be installed in the following:
• Throughout the aircraft (can include custom molding and inlay)
• Vestibule (including doors, rack panels and closets)
• Cabin (including bulkheads, credenza and tables)
• Galleys
• Lavatory (including doors, lavatory seat structure, vanity and closets)

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Interior Systems Upgrades & Replacement Installations include:

• LED lighting
• Entertainment audio/visual
• Worldwide connectivity
• Soundproofing
• Weight reduction
• Temperature
• Cabin management systems
• Water systems

GDAS Design Services and Interior Capabilities include, but are not limited to, replacing, reconfiguring, recovering, restyling and/or repainting the following:

Cabin

• Headliners
• PSUs (Passenger Service Units) and valance panels
• Upper and lower sidewalls
• Window shades
• Carpeting
• Seats
• Sofas/divans
• LCD cabin monitors
• Custom tables

Galley

• Headliners
• Pull-out work surfaces and sink insert
• Countertops (including custom stone and other surfaces)
• Appliances
• Glass storage racks and mirrors
• Custom sinks and faucets
• Drawer inserts and appliance compartment lining
• Curtains
• Flooring (carpet, vinyl or custom finish)
• Galley jump seat

Lavatory

• Headliner
• Sidewalls
• Custom sinks and faucets
• Decorative hardware
• Countertops (including custom surfaces and profiles)
• Mirrors
• Flooring
• Lavatory seat cabinet
• Lavatory seat cushion

Baggage Compartment

• Bulkheads
• Flooring
• Drop-down shelf (installation)
• Water tank cabinet
• Carpet
• Baggage mat

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Amenities

Using your company logo or custom artwork, GDAS can customize many interior components, such as the radio rack, tables and chairs. Other custom and high-end amenities include:

• Fine china, crystal and silverware
• Custom drawer inserts
• Custom linen table cloths, napkins, bedding
• Cashmere blankets
• Decorative and sleeping pillows
• Embroidery
• Custom lamps and vases
• Inflatable or foam-cushion mattresses
• Espresso machines

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