Av8, a US provider of landing gear overhauls and components, has received FAA PMA approval for its main wheel drive bar supporting Gulfstream V and G550 aircraft. This newly certified solution provides operators, MROs, and wheel and brake facilities with a cost-effective, readily available alternative to OEM supply constraints.

As part of the Victor Sierra family of aftermarket aviation brands, Av8 works alongside sister company APS to offer key wheel and brake components, including BlackSteel brakes, that help business aircraft operators maintain reliable operations.

The new FAA PMA drive bar not only expands Av8’s portfolio of aviation solutions but also addresses a long-standing challenge in the aviation marketplace: limited OEM availability that has left operators and maintenance providers with few options. By offering a fully certified, one-to-one replacement, Av8 helps restore access, reduce costs and strengthen supply chain resilience.

The Av8 drive bar is a direct replacement for Meggitt P/N AHM10136, utilised in the following main wheel assemblies: Meggitt P/N AHA2114; Gulfstream P/N 1159SCL503 -7; and Gulfstream P/N 1159SCL503 -9.

“Our mission has always been to take supply-chain uncertainty out of the equation for our customers,” says Yoel Arnoni, president of Av8. “This approval demonstrates Av8’s commitment to ensuring maintenance and overhaul providers have reliable access to the parts they need without compromise on quality or certification.”

By expanding its PMA portfolio with this critical component, Av8 continues to lead the charge in addressing availability gaps across the industry. The newly approved drive bar empowers wheel and brake shops to maintain turnaround times, reduce dependence on single-source suppliers and deliver uninterrupted support to operators worldwide.

As part of the Victor Sierra family of brands, Av8’s main wheel drive bar (P/N NP-AHM10136 -1) is available to purchase direct from Av8 or online through sister company McFarlane Aviation’s website.