Abstract: A handle assembly for engaging and disengaging a locking or securing device. The assembly comprises an actuator, and a rotatable exterior handle. In use, the exterior handle rotates the actuator to engage or disengage the locking or securing device. The exterior handle is structured to only rotate and engage the actuator when the exterior handle is removed from its retracted position into its extended position.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 2, 2017
Date of Patent:
January 26, 2021
Assignee:
Aviation Technical Services, inc.
Inventors:
Andrew Powell, Larry Coburn, Antonio Zuniga, Asia Davis
Abstract: A flush door latch assembly used to secure a hinged aircraft access door. The assembly comprises a spring-loaded exterior handle, an actuator, an interior handle, and housing pan. During operation, the handles alternatively engage the actuator. When the exterior handle is in the retracted position, it disengages from the actuator. When the exterior handle is in the extended position, the interior handle is disengaged from the actuator. When the exterior handle is in the retracted position, it is stowed in the housing pan.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 22, 2015
Date of Patent:
September 5, 2017
Assignee:
Aviation Technical Service, Inc.
Inventors:
Andrew Powell, Larry Coburn, Antonio Zuniga, Asia Davis