AR-1 GWS: an industry first

SilverLight Aviation announced today the addition of a Gyroplane Warning System (GWS) as a standard to its flagship gyroplane, the American Ranger 1, also known as AR-1. This makes the AR-1 the first production gyroplane equipped with a GWS as standard equipment.

“With the AR-1 becoming the first production gyroplane with a Gyroplane Warning System included as a standard, this will give trained pilots a warning in time to do something about developing a dangerous trend, like unloading the rotor or retreating blade stall on takeoff or incorrect stick position on takeoff or getting behind the curve,” said Abid Farooqui, President and Founder of SilverLight Aviation. “This allows the pilot to correct the situation and possibly avoid a disaster.”

While the AR-1 is well-known for being a safe gyroplane, SilverLight Aviation’s intention is that including a GWS as standard equipment will help further reduce gyroplane accidents, and makes the AR-1 gyroplane a highly desirable primary trainer. When a situation triggers the GWS, it emits an audible warning, such as “Stick position,” “Behind the curve,” “Max power descending,” and “Low G bunting risk.”

“We are dedicated to continuing to set the bar for safety in the gyroplane industry,” said Farooqui. “The addition of a GWS as a standard in all AR-1s going forward reflects our commitment to our pilots and their students and passengers.”

The American Ranger 1 (AR-1) with standard GWS will be on display during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.