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What enables a light aircraft to soar safely through the skies? While pilot skill remains paramount, reliable engines and their critical components form the foundation of every successful flight. Much like a strong heart sustains life, the stable operation of general aviation engines depends on the seamless coordination of high-quality parts and systems. Standing behind this crucial function is Tempest Aero Group – a collective force dedicated to providing comprehensive support for aviation engines.

Tempest Aero Group operates not as a single brand but as an umbrella organization uniting six specialized subsidiaries: Tempest®, Alcor®, Marvel-Schebler®, Precision Airmotive®, Consolidated Fuel Systems™, and Stratus Tool Technologies™. This strategic alliance creates a complete ecosystem for general aviation OEMs and aftermarket companies, covering ignition systems, filtration, pneumatic products, fuel systems, instrumentation sensors, fuel pumps, and specialized tools.

As the flagship brand under the Tempest Aero Group umbrella, Tempest® has earned its reputation through exceptional product performance and reliability. Manufactured by Aero Accessories™, its product line includes:

• Spark Plugs: Engineered with advanced designs that deliver consistent ignition across all flight conditions, featuring superior anti-fouling properties, high-temperature resistance, and extended service life.
• Oil Filters: Utilizing premium filtration media to effectively remove contaminants, protecting engines from wear while maintaining optimal flow characteristics.
• Fuel Pumps: Precision-built units ensuring stable fuel delivery with corrosion-resistant materials suited for diverse operational environments.
• Dry Air Pumps: Providing reliable pneumatic power for aircraft instruments with efficient, low-noise operation.
• Pneumatic Systems: Comprehensive solutions for aircraft pneumatic control, combining precision engineering with durable construction.

Specializing in engine health monitoring, Alcor® produces critical temperature measurement systems:

• Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Probes: Delivering accurate combustion data to optimize fuel mixture and efficiency.
• Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Probes: Monitoring engine cooling status to prevent overheating damage.
• Turbine Inlet Temperature Sensors: Providing vital data for turbocharger performance management.

As specialists in aircraft carburetors, Marvel-Schebler® offers:

• New production units featuring modernized designs for consistent fuel delivery
• Factory-renewed carburetors restored to original specifications
• Repair services extending the service life of existing units

This division focuses on advanced fuel delivery systems for high-performance aircraft, including:

• RSA fuel injection servovalves for precise mixture control
• Flow dividers ensuring even fuel distribution
• High-efficiency fuel nozzles optimizing combustion

Following its acquisition of Great Planes Fuel Metering, this division now provides complete fuel system integration capabilities for general aviation applications.

Dedicated to developing specialized maintenance tools that enhance repair efficiency and safety for aviation technicians.

Complementing its manufacturing operations, Tempest Aero Group maintains FAA-approved repair stations specializing in RG Lear Romec® fuel pumps and Continental® fuel injection systems, staffed by experienced technicians using advanced diagnostic equipment.

Through this comprehensive network of specialized brands and services, Tempest Aero Group delivers the essential components and support that keep general aviation aircraft operating safely and efficiently in skies worldwide.