Zodiac Aerospace Press Release

For Immediate Release

Monogram Systems-TIA Division Receives STC Approval for MK1 Coffee/Beverage Maker and Rail on all Boeing 737 models

Light weight and cost effective coffee makers that make great tasting coffee are now available for first time from TIA on this airframe; MK1 adds a new level of reliability and reduced cost of ownership for Boeing 737 operators.

Sterling, VA – Friday, March 16, 2009 – 

Monogram Systems-TIA Division, a leading provider of aircraft Galley Inserts for business jets and commercial transports, announced today that they have received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC Number ST10930SC) approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the installation of their MK1 Coffee/Beverage Maker on all models of the Boeing 737.

“Our research into their product (MK1) convinced us that this was the proper choice for us and current users expressed their satisfaction for the product” said a VP of Technical Services for a major regional airline. He went on to say, “We have found their engineering and product line to be very sound and reliable.”

“Up until now, Boeing 737 owners and operators have had limited options for a low cost and light weight coffee maker,” said Oliver Bootz, TIA Division’s Director of Sales and Marketing. “With this STC, 737 aircraft operators can now provide their passengers with a premium cup of coffee, while also realizing the strategic benefits of lower overall cost of ownership and significantly lower weight.”

Monogram Systems-TIA Division leads the business jet industry in providing coffee/beverage makers, convection ovens and microwave ovens. With the recent approvals from Airbus on all aircraft models for the MK1 coffee maker and now the STC for the Boeing 737s, airlines have a new option. TIA’s development team has produced an innovative product which delivers increased reliability, lowers ownership costs, and produces a great cup of coffee.

About Monogram Systems-TIA Division (www.tiaproducts.com)
Monogram Systems-TIA Division’s galley insert designs make flying more enjoyable for pilots, flight crews and their passengers. The company’s expanding line of products include industry-leading microwave ovens, Cool-Tek convection ovens and a number of different beverage makers for new and existing aircraft. Headquartered in Sterling, VA, the company has service facilities in Europe and Asia.