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Airpart Supply Appointed as Authorised Factory Distributor for Meggitt Wheels and Brakes

Airpart Supply has signed a new contract with Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems effective January 2019, as authorised distributor for wheels and brakes in the territories of Europe, Middle East and Africa.

A large inventory of Meggitt wheels, brakes and parts will be available for same day shipping from Airpart's warehouse and corporate HQ at High Wycombe, Bucks, close to London's Heathrow Airport.

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