Sierra Industries Recieves EASA Approval

EASA Approval Granted for Sierra Industries’ FJ44 Stallion and Eagle II Modifications

UVALDE, Texas – After receiving a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the FJ44 Stallion in August 2006, Sierra has received EASA Approval for both the Eagle II and Stallion modifications, allowing operations in Europe and the Middle East. EASA approval allows owners of aircraft registered within the European Union the ability to upgrade to the Eagle II or Stallion. The European Aviation Safety Agency STC Number is EASA.IM.A.S.01937.

The first aircraft delivered under the new EASA approval was G-VUEM, a Citation 501SP Eagle II owned by Frandley Aviation Partnership LLP of the UK. This aircraft is the most recent of a total of 28 Eagle II and 8 Stallion modifications performed to date.

Mark Huffstutler, CEO of Sierra Industries remarks, “EASA Approval of the Eagle II and Stallion modifications is an important milestone for Sierra. This approval not only demonstrates the sound design which has now been proven to meet the stringent requirements of the European Aviation authority, but it creates a viable product for the European and Middle East market. With our outstanding performance and “right now” availability, we see the Eagle II and Stallion as a very attractive product for our customers across the ocean.”

Preceded by Sierra innovations such as the Eagle 400 and Eagle SP, the Eagle II enjoys the added power of the Williams FJ44 engine, and adds Sierra’s renowned Eagle wing modification to improve aerodynamics and add fuel capacity. Like Sierra’s Stallion, the Eagle II climbs directly to 43,000 ft and accelerates to a high Mach number. With its enhanced fuel specifics and 1,650 NM range, the Eagle II is the perfect aircraft for intermediate-length trips carrying a crew and six passengers to and from airports that demand high performance.

Sierra’s next FJ44 re-engining program involves adding 3000 lb. thrust Williams FJ44-3 engines to the Cessna 550 Citation II model. With an increase of 1000 lbs. of thrust and over 400 miles range, the Super II promises a stunning improvement in across-the-board performance. The Super II program is well underway with first flight mid-summer and approval in the 3^rd quarter of 2007.

To find out more about the Eagle II, Stallion and Super II programs, please contact Sierra Industries toll-free at 1-888-8FLYERS, or email them at sierra@sijet.com. Information on this program may also be attained through their Internet site at www.sijet.com.