XL246-A Replacement for Navigation Backup Battery

Yes. The XL246-A replacement battery packs are FAA-PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) approved, making them certified second-source alternatives to the original Securaplane XL246-A power supply batteries. Ni-Cad Systems, Inc. also operates as an FAA Part 145 approved repair facility, ensuring all servicing meets regulatory standards.

The XL246-A replacement packs support SAFT nickel cadmium, Marathon nickel cadmium, Varta nickel cadmium, Concorde lead-acid, and Gill (Teledyne) lead-acid battery types. The facility is also compatible with low-impedance battery receptacles for SAFT, Marathon, G.E., and Varta configurations.

Ni-Cad Systems offers fast turnaround times on all replacement battery orders. For immediate AOG needs, rental batteries are available to keep your aircraft operational while your battery is being serviced or shipped. Contact the team at +1 510 785-9391 or the 24/7 AOG line at +1 510 501-9391 for urgent requirements.

In addition to supplying replacement battery packs, Ni-Cad Systems offers capacity-testing, deep-cycle testing, battery storage services for customer spare batteries, and rental batteries for immediate needs. All services are performed at their FAA Part 145 approved facility in Hayward, California.

Yes. Ni-Cad Systems produces FAA-PMA approved replacement battery packs specifically designed to replace batteries in both Securaplane XL246-A and XL246-S power supply models, providing operators with a single qualified source for both variants.

Ni-Cad Systems holds 30+ FAA-PMA approvals, has operated as a Part 145 FAA approved repair station since 1974, and has serviced over 47,000 units. The team's 100+ years of combined engineering experience, 24/7 AOG support, and rental battery program make them a dependable alternative to OEM sources for aviation battery needs.