December 15, 2011
BTA's 2011 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: BTA will be closed for 2 days for the Holidays. We will be closed Monday, December 26th, and Monday January 2nd, 2012. Feel free to give us a call during the last week of the year for those last minute requirements you may have. Thank you for all your support in 2011, and we look forward to serving you in 2012.
November 1, 2011
BTA has added Wheel Protectors and Brake Containers for the 787,747-8, and CRJ1000 to the Wheels and Brakes Section. Click the Wheels & Brake Section to request information applying for these new aircraft.
March 1, 2011
BTA has been awarded the Boeing GOLD-Level performance Excellence Award for the year 2010 for achieving superior supplier performance. BTA is 1 of only 141 suppliers to be recognized and awarded the Gold Level recognition by Boeing. Click on this Boeing BPEA link to see more.
January 20, 2010
Newly launched in 2010 is BTA's line of UN-ICAO and DOT31FP Oxygen Generator Containers. Specifically designed to meet the stringent shipping requirements by Air from U.S. to International destinations, these containers are certified to meet the ICAO weight limitations as well as meet the HM-224B requirements of the D.O.T. Available immediately for both Oxygen Generators and PBEs. Contact BTA today or click DG/Haz-Mat Section to send your selection.
March 1, 2009
BTA launches its line of DOT31FP lightweight containers. After extensive Laboratory Testing (By an Indpendent 3rd Party Laboratory), BTA has earned certification on both of these challenging test requirements contained in the D.O.T.'s HM224B ruling.
The HM224B requires the use of this SUPERBOX in transporting Oxygen Cylinders by air. The use of this SUPERBOX is mandatory within U.S. airspace commencing on October 1, 2009. Contact BTA for further details or click DG/Haz-Mat Section for information.
September 30, 2008
BTA has added Wheel Protectors, Wheel Pallets, and Brake Containers for the A380 to the Wheels and Brakes Section. Click the Wheels & Brake Section to request information applying for this SuperJumbo aircraft.
October 1, 2007
HM224B implementation has been EXTENDED! The D.O.T. issued an amendment published in the Federal Register last Friday, September 28,2007 delaying the 'Execution' of law requiring the use of a SUPERBOX in transporting Oxygen Cylinders by air. The new Law takes into effect 1 year later on October 1, 2008. Contact BTA for further details and information.
June 1, 2006
BTA has added V2500 Engine Covers for V2500 Engines only, to the Engine Section. Click the Engine Section to request information applying to this Engine.
May 20, 2006
BTA has added Wheel Protectors and Brake Containers for EMB190/195 Series, to the Wheels and Brakes Section. Click the Wheels & Brake Section to request information applying to these RJ aircraft.
January 1, 2005
BTA is proud to be selected by Leki Aviation UK as an OEM supplier of Rotable Protective Devices and Containers.
Leki Aviation, headquartered in Denmark, is a World Class distributor of select OEM spares and components with strategically placed offices around the world.
Additional Leki Aviation facilities can be found in Singapore, New Jersey-USA, as well as the U.K.
Simply contact Andrew Newell in UK for any BTA requirements.

Leki Aviation UK
Unit 2C
Eastmead Industrial Estate
Lavant, West Sussex PO18 0DB U.K.
Attn: Andrew Newell
Tel + 44-1243-756100
Fax + 44-1243-756101
E-mail: andrewn@leki.dk
November 1, 2004
Welcome to our redesigned site! We have made our website easier to navigate, while retaining the convenience of being able to send inquiries to us in a timely manner. To refresh you Bookmark or Favorites, click www.BillThomasAssociates.com .
August 1, 2004
BTA has added Radome Containers for EMB145 Series, DHC8 Series, and CRJ-200/700/900 to the Rotables Section. Click the Rotables Section to request information applying to these RJ aircraft.
July 1, 2004
BTA has added aircraft categories for 777-300ER and 777-200LR equipment to the wheels and brake capabilities. Click here to request information applying to these two aircraft.
January 1, 2004
BTA is proud to re-introduce the Distributorship of Ansett Aircraft Spares for our Battery and Oxygen cylinder DG protective cases.
Ansett Aircraft Spares is a World Class distributor of OEM spares with extensive logistical and AOG capabilities around the world.
Ansett Aircraft Spares' facilities are strategically placed in Los Angeles, as well as in the U.K. and Australia for added convenience.
Simply give Ansett Sales a call at (USA) 818-362-1100 for your requirements.

Ansett Aircraft Spares
12675 Encinitas Avenue
Sylmar, California 91342-3634 USA
Attn: Sales
Tel +818-362-1100
Fax +818-362-1088
E-mail: sales@ansettspares.com
December 1, 2003
BTA has added aircraft categories for CRJ-700, CRJ-900 and EMB170/175 equipment to the wheels and brake capabilities. Click here to request information applying to these four aircraft variants.
November 1, 2002
BTA has added aircraft categories for A340-600 and 747-400ER equipment to the wheels and brake capabilities. Click here to request information applying to these two aircraft.
October 1, 2001 - We've MOVED!!
BTA has commenced operations at its new expanded facilities. Same company, same staff, same great service, but better location. Please note our new address and contact numbers.
NEW ADDRESS:
25072 Anza Drive
Valencia, California 91355 USA
Telephone:(661)295-4968
Facsimile: (661) 295-0341
OLD ADDRESS:
7405 Woodley Ave.
Van Nuys, California 91406 USA
Telephone:(323)873-4488
Facsimile: (323)873-5520
August 1, 2000
BTA is pleased to announce the addition of the Single Blade container to handle the 1st stage fan blade of the CFM56-7 engine.
Simply go to Engine Shop and select the CFM56-7 option and we will contact you for details.
March 1, 2000
As of today, The FAA is requiring the use of ATA 300 Category I Containers for any shipments of Oxygen Cylinders by air.
BTA can help you fill this requirement easily. Simply select the Oxygen Bottles Category in the DG/Haz-Mat Section, and we can have containers delivered within a week or two to your door.