The original Aerostar seat design uses six alloy steel studs with round bases in contact with a set of aluminum tracks. The seat moves longitudinally on four wheels riding on top of the tracks — the anchors retain the seat in the tracks.

So what’s the problem? The tracks wear and become uneven after years of use. Tracks are repeatedly removed and re-installed at annual maintenance; track alignment and spacing can vary from original dimensions. Seat frames can change; toe in or out slightly. These changes can result in a condition where the locking plunger in the seat no longer lines up with the track cut-out — and seat position is not secure.

Designed by legendary aerospace engineer Ted Smith, the Aerostar remains the fastest twin piston-engine aircraft ever built — and its loyal owner community has kept these remarkable machines flying for decades. The EZ Glide™ system was created to help preserve and improve the experience of flying an Aerostar for generations to come.