Grand Forks Factory Prepares for Cirrus Jet Production

Stephen Pope

Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 08:49 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Cirrus is expanding its Grand Forks factory to install a new 40-ton autoclave oven, bringing the production of composite parts for the Cirrus Jet (SF50) in-house.
This move is expected to save Cirrus several millions of dollars over the next decade by eliminating outsourcing, while also enhancing the strength and durability of components like carbon-fiber main spars.
The new autoclave facility is anticipated to be operational by mid-August, supporting the rollout of the latest Cirrus Jet prototype later this year and certification flight testing next year.

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Cirrus today announced the expansion of its Grand Forks, North Dakota, factory, the site of a brand new autoclave oven that will be used in the production of the Cirrus Jet.

Modifications to the Grand Forks facility began in May and the autoclave was delivered today, Cirrus said. The building housing the autoclave will be constructed around the oven, and is expected to be complete by the end of next month and go into operation in mid-August.