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Stretcher system wins Italian EASA approval
AvFab reports that the Italian authorities have approved its Beechjet 400/Mitsubishi 300 stretcher system. It is designed to transport ill or non-critical patients and includes mounting apparatus, litter, restraint system, weight and balance data and simple installation instructions. AvFab says that Italian approval is recognised by other EASA member countries which will provide additional markets for the kit.

AvFab reports that the Italian authorities have approved its Beechjet 400/Mitsubishi 300 stretcher system.

It is designed to transport ill or non-critical patients and includes mounting apparatus, litter, restraint system, weight and balance data and simple installation instructions.

AvFab says that Italian approval is recognised by other EASA member countries which will provide additional markets for the kit.

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