Bombardier Q400 Package Freighter Launched by Nord-Flyg
July 18, 2008
Cargo operator to acquire five Q400 aircraft
FARNBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – July 16, 2008) – Bombardier Aerospace welcomes the recent announcement that Nord-Flyg of Eskilstuna, Sweden has launched a Q400 PF (Package Freighter) program with two previously owned aircraft which will be re-configured by Cascade Aerospace of Abbotsford, British Columbia. Nord-Flyg said it had also signed a Letter of Intent to acquire three additional Q400 PF aircraft from a third party.
The first aircraft is scheduled to be delivered to Nord-Flyg in the last quarter of 2008 for its overnight package delivery services in Europe.
“The Q400 PF aircraft will fill a gap because there is no other turboprop in the freight business that offers a 360-knot (667 km/h) speed and can comfortably fly more than the 700 nautical miles (1,296 km) required for our operations” said Ulf Darenius, President, Nord-Flyg. “Based on current fuel prices, the Q400 PF aircraft will save us approximately US $1.8 million based on an annual utilization of 1,200 hours, compared to a jet of similar size. Air Navigation and weight-related charges are also anticipated to be 30 per cent less than those faced by the jet.”
“Nord-Flyg is convinced that the Q400 PF aircraft will be welcomed by the industry because of its ability to perform at jet-like speeds on both long- and short-haul route segments,” Mr. Darenius continued. “Our fleet of competitive and efficient Q400 PF aircraft will open up an entirely new segment in freighter operations.”
As a Package Freighter, the Q400 PF aircraft will have a maximum payload of 19,800 pounds (8,981 kg). With an 18,519-pound (8,400 kg) payload, the Q400 PF aircraft can fly 1,120 nm (2,075 km) at long-range cruise speed.
“In addition to its firefighting role with Securite Civile in France, this is the second conversion of a Q400 aircraft into a non-airline configuration, although Dash 8-Q100/200/300 aircraft are flying specialized missions all over the world. This illustrates the versatility of the basic design and engineering of the aircraft,” said Gary R. Scott, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Now we welcome Nord-Flyg to the Q400 aircraft family and wish them every success.”
As of April 30, 2008, Bombardier had delivered 200 Q400 aircraft to operators around the world.
About Bombardier
A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions, from commercial aircraft and business jets to rail transportation equipment, systems and services, Bombardier Inc. is a global corporation headquartered in Canada. Its revenues for the fiscal year ended Jan. 31, 2008, were $17.5 billion US, and its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). Bombardier is listed as an index component to the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America indexes. News and information are available at www.bombardier.com.
Bombardier and Q400 are registered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Sikorsky Names New Jet International as Commercial Sales Rep in Italy, Monaco
July 18, 2008
STRATFORD, Conn., July 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Sikorsky Aircraft
Corp. today announced the appointment of New Jet International to act as
exclusive representative in Italy and Monaco for Sikorsky commercial
helicopter sales. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.
(NYSE: UTX).
New Jet International specializes in new and pre-owned aircraft sales
and has offices in Monte Carlo, Monaco, and Milan, Italy. In addition to
the Sikorsky commercial helicopter lines, New Jet International Ltd. is the
exclusive sales representative for Bombardier Business Aircraft’s Learjet,
Challenger and Global family of products.
“We are pleased to add New Jet International to our worldwide sales
representative network,” said Stephen B. Estill, Sikorsky Vice President
and Chief Marketing Officer. “They have a strong track record with billions
of dollars in sales during nearly a decade and a half of operation, with
good experience in two segments where we see strong potential crossover:
Corporate and VIP fixed-wing transport. We look forward to a long and
successful relationship.”
New Jet International President Valerio Zamboni said, “We are delighted
to add the Sikorsky commercial helicopter line to our product offering and
introduce such innovative aircraft to our local market.” Sikorsky’s S-76(R)
helicopter and the larger S-92(R) helicopter hold strong positions in
several commercial aircraft segments including VIP, Head of State and
Corporate transport, search and rescue, and air shuttle for the offshore
oil industry.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., is a world leader
in helicopter design, manufacture, and service. The company’s long
commitment to safety and innovation is reflected in its mission statement:
“We pioneer flight solutions that bring people home everywhere … every
time(TM).” United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., provides a
broad range of high-technology products and support services to the
aerospace and building systems industries.
SOURCE Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.
Continental Airlines Anuncia Pérdida en Segundo Trimestre
July 18, 2008
HOUSTON, 17/07/2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Continental Airlines informó una pérdida neta para el segundo trimestre de 2008 de $3 millones (pérdida de $0,03 por acción diluida). Sin considerar los previamente anunciados $22 millones netos luego de rubros fiscales extraordinarios, la pérdida neta registrada por Continental fue de $25 millones (pérdida de $0,25 por acción diluida).
La combinación de precios récord del combustible y la debilidad en la economÃa y el dólar crearon el peor entorno financiero para las lÃneas aéreas de Estados Unidos desde los ataques terroristas del 11 de septiembre.
Los ingresos totales del trimestre de $4.000 millones crecieron 9% ($334 millones), en relación con igual perÃodo de 2007, gracias a los mayores recargos de combustible aplicados al precio de los billetes y la carga, asà como también por el crecimiento internacional, tarifas más elevadas y aumentos en los billetes. Los ingresos por pasajeros subieron 7,5% ($254 millones) respecto del segundo trimestre del ejercicio anterior. (FUENTE Continental Airlines)
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Source: AvNews
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