Patents Assigned to Creative Aeronautical Accessories, Inc.
  • Accessory mounting assembly
    Patent number: 5871172
    Abstract: An accessory mounting assembly for use in a helicopter, the assembly comprising a fitting for attachment to the helicopter in place of or in conjunction with a tail rotor pedal assembly on the flight deck of the helicopter, a post slidably engaged within a large bore in the fitting, and retained in position by a retaining pin. A platform on the second end of the post is used for supporting optional equipment and accessories. Alternatively, additional posts may be interchanged with the post for specialized applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1999
    Assignee: Creative Aeronautical Accessories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dale M. Speakes
  • Ballistic shield
    Patent number: 5747721
    Abstract: A ballistic shield (10) for mounting to an aircraft fuselage (14) is formed of lightweight, composite material and shaped to conform to the shape of the fuselage belly that when mounted creates a space (30) between the shield (10) and the belly (14) to enable energy-absorbing deflection of the shield (10). Compartments (36) formed in the shield midsection (24) receive removable inserts (44) that can be constructed of different ballistic-resistant materials to enable field modification of the shield (10) to meet a perceived threat level.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1998
    Assignee: Creative Aeronautical Accessories, Inc.
    Inventors: Dale M. Speakes, Dee Raymond Cole