Sikorsky and IHC Sign for Two S-92(R) Helicopters
July 16, 2008
FARNBOROUGH INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOW, July 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ —
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. has sold two S-92(R) helicopters to the
International Handling Company Limited (IHC), Sikorsky announced today at
the Farnborough International Air Show. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United
Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
The aircraft will be used for IHC’s offshore oil operations. The
contract includes the option to purchase four additional S-92 helicopters
configured for offshore oil missions. Delivery of the first aircraft is
expected to take place in 2010.
“The S-92 helicopter is a popular choice for offshore oil operators
like IHC, who fly aircraft in challenging conditions,” said Bruce McKinney,
Vice President, Sikorsky Europe. “It is a tough and dependable aircraft
that can fulfill transportation missions almost anywhere in the world.”
IHC, an Azerbaijan-based operator, plans to expand its service to the
growing offshore oil industry based in Euroasia.
The S-92 helicopter has established a leading position in the offshore
oil industry, racking up more than 85,000 total hours serving this market.
The aircraft, which successfully fills a variety of other missions
including search and rescue, VIP and Head of State transport, recently
surpassed the 100,000 fleet hour milestone.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., USA, 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).” Sikorsky Europe is a Sikorsky trade name. United Technologies
Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., USA, provides a broad range of
high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building
systems industries.
SOURCE Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.
AirTran Airways Firma Acuerdo Exclusivo de Limpieza de Motores EcoPower(R)
July 16, 2008
FARNBOROUGH, Inglaterra, 16/07/2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — MUESTRA DE AERONÁUTICA DE FARNBOROUGH — JET Aircraft Maintenance, Inc., proveedor de servicios de lavado de motores EcoPower(R) de Pratt & Whitney Global Service Partners, firmó un acuerdo exclusivo con AirTran Airways, subsidiaria de AirTran Holdings . Pratt & Whitney es una empresa de United Technologies Corp. .
Según el acuerdo, AirTran utilizará los servicios de lavado de motores EcoPower(R) en su flota de 143 aeronaves, formada por aviones Boeing 737-700 y 717-200. AirTran es una línea aérea de bajas tarifas que ofrece nuevos aviones con clase ejecutiva y XM Satellite Radio, asientos asignados y una de las flotas de aviones Boeing más jóvenes del mundo. (FUENTE Pratt & Whitney)
GMT Global Adquiere Cuatro Aeronaves Airbus A320-200
July 16, 2008
DUBLÍN, 15/07/2008 /PRNewswire/ — GMT Global Republic Aviation (GMT Global) compró a Aercap Holdings N.V. cuatro aeronaves Airbus A320-200, por un valor de mercado de US$68 millones. Estos aviones están actualmente sujetos a un contrato de arrendamiento hasta 2012 con TAM – Linhas Aereas, S.A., con sede en San Pablo, Brasil.
La adición de estos cuatro aviones de un solo pasillo diversifica la cartera de GMT Global a un total de 16 aviones de dos pasillos y seis unidades de un solo pasillo.
TAM es una importante línea aérea de Brasil que ofrece vuelos regulares desde San Pablo-Guarulhos a aproximadamente 50 destinos locales, con alrededor de una veintena de vuelos adicionales operados a través de alianzas con otras líneas aéreas regionales. La empresa cuenta con una flota de 108 aeronaves y es la más importante en el mercado de cabotaje brasileño desde hace más de tres años con 50% del tráfico de pasajeros. (FUENTE GMT Global Republic Aviation (GMT Global))
Aeroflot Orders Five Airbus A321s
July 15, 2008
Russian flag carrier Aeroflot has signed a contract with Airbus for the purchase of five A321 aircraft to add to its growing medium haul fleet. The contract was signed at the 46th Farnborough International Airshow.
Powered by CFM International CFM56-5 engines, Aeroflot’s A321s will feature a spacious and comfortable two-class cabin layout, and will be deployed on the airline’s extended European and domestic networks.
“We are delighted that Aeroflot continues to expand its medium haul fleet with Airbus A320 Family aircraft. This renewed vote of confidence proves that our product is holding the leading positions in its market segment in terms of fuel efficiency, passenger comfort and environmental friendliness ”, said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
Aeroflot was the first airline in Russia to operate the A310, with an entry into service in 1992, as well as the first to operate the A320 Family as from 2003. Currently, Aeroflot operates a fleet
of 38 A320 Family aircraft.
The A320 Family, which includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, is recognized as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Each aircraft features fly by wire controls and all share a unique cockpit and operational commonality across the range. Around 6,200 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been sold and more than 3,500 delivered to some 280 customers and operators worldwide, making it the worlds best selling commercial jetliner ever. With proven reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. Uniquely, the A320 Family offers a containerized cargo system, which is compatible with the world wide standard wide-body system.
Twelve carriers from CIS currently operate over 100 Airbus aircraft.
Airbus is an EADS Company.
Aircraft Lessor DAE Capitol Signs Firm Order For 100 Airbus Aircraft
July 15, 2008
DAE Capital, the aircraft leasing and financing division of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), has signed a firm contract for the purchase of 30 Airbus A350-900 and 70 Airbus A320 aircraft. The contract follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at the Dubai air show in November 2007.
DAE Capital aims to become a leading lessor based in the Middle East. DAE Capital’s parent company DAE is a fast developing global aerospace company with activities including airport development and operations, engineering, manufacturing and services.
“DAE Capital has built a business from ground-up and has made impressive progress since its launch. With our industry-experienced management team and well-defined road map DAE Capital will become one of the top leasing companies globally,” stated Bob Genise, CEO of DAE Capital.
“DAE’s order is a tremendous endorsement of our aircraft products and in Airbus and we thank them for this. The A350 XWB and the A320 products are leaders in their class. Airbus looks forward to building on this partnership in the years to come,” said Tom Enders, Airbus President and CEO.
The A320 Family, which includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, is recognized as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Each aircraft features fly by wire controls and all share a unique cockpit and operational commonality across the range. Around 6,200 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been sold and more than 3,500 delivered to some 280 customers and operators worldwide, making it the worlds best selling commercial jetliner ever. With proven reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. Uniquely, the A320 Family offers a containerized cargo system, which is compatible with the world wide standard wide-body system.
The A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) Family is Airbus’ response to widespread market demand for a series of highly efficient medium-capacity long-range wide-body aircraft. With a range of up to 8,300 nm / 15,400 km, it is available in three basic passenger versions: the A350-800 accommodating 270 passengers, the A350-900 seating 314, and the A350-1000 for 350 passengers in a typical three-class layout.
The A350 has the widest fuselage in its category, offering unprecedented levels of comfort, the lowest operating costs and lowest seat mile cost of any aircraft in this market segment. Powered by two new generation Rolls Royce Trent XWB engines delivering each up to 92,000 lbs of thrust, the A350 XWB Family is designed to confront the challenges of high fuel prices, rising passenger expectations, and environmental concerns. Orders for the aircraft stand at more than 350 from over 20 customers.
Airbus is an EADS company.
Aviation Capitol Group To Acquire 23 Additional A320 Family Aircraft
July 15, 2008
United States based lessor Aviation Capital Group (ACG) has signed a firm contract for the purchase of 23 Airbus A320 Family aircraft. With this contract, the wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific LifeCorp will have ordered 68 A320 Family aircraft since March 2007 and will have 148 A320 Family aircraft in its portfolio.
“With this strategic decision, we have strengthened our long-term delivery stream of new aircraft which allows us to continue to meet the future demand of our customer airlines worldwide with the most modern, fuel efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft”, said R. Stephen Hannahs, ACG Group Managing Director and CEO.
“We are very pleased that ACG, one of the leading aircraft operating lessors and important Airbus customer, has further confirmed its confidence in the A320 Family by expanding its order backlog with Airbus”, said Airbus Chief Operating Officer Customers, John Leahy. “This shows the customer’s satisfaction and clearly demonstrates the high demand for the A320’s advanced technology and efficiency in the years to come”.
The A320 Family, which includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, is recognized as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family. Each aircraft features fly by wire controls and all share a unique cockpit and operational commonality across the range. Around 6,200 Airbus A320 Family aircraft have been sold and more than 3,500 delivered to some 280 customers and operators worldwide, making it the worlds best selling commercial jetliner ever.
With proven reliability and extended servicing periods, the A320 Family has the lowest operating costs of any single aisle aircraft. Uniquely, the A320 Family offers a containerized cargo system, which is compatible with the world wide standard wide-body system.
Airbus is an EADS company.
Embraer Sells Lineage 1000 Jet To The Al Habtoor Group
July 15, 2008
Royal Jet managed the deal and will ensure the support of the aircraft
São José dos Campos, July 15, 2008 – Embraer and Royal Jet, the latter representing the Al
Habtoor Group conglomerate, from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), signed a contract to
purchase one Lineage 1000 executive jet, which will be operated for private use.
“We are delighted to welcome such an esteemed and valued customer as the Al Habtoor
Group to our growing Lineage operator base,” said Colin Steven, Embraer Vice
President, Marketing and Sales – Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, Executive Jets.
“The Lineage 1000 provides premium comfort for linking the Middle East to Europe or
Asia, offering stylish accommodations, with ample space.” The Al Habtoor Group selected Royal Jet – the international luxury flight services company,
chaired by H.E. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan – to carry out due diligence on the
acquisition, including all technical specifications. Royal Jet will also provide aircraft management for the Lineage 1000, which ties in well with the
company’s strategy of concentrating on midsize to large business jets.
“We are eager to receive the Lineage 1000,” said Mohammed Al Habtoor, CEO of the
Habtoor. “We were immediately filled with enthusiasm for the unparalleled luxurious interior and overall performance of the aircraft,
which will allow us to fly to London nonstop with the whole family.”
Designed to travel nonstop for 4,200 nautical miles (7,778 km), the Lineage 1000 offers an
innovative cabin design with best-in-class materials and a wide variety of interior options.
About the Al Habtoor Group
The Al Habtoor Group has grown with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and while best
known for construction, it is globally recognized through its involvement in the hotel,
automotive, real estate, educational, insurance and publishing sectors.
Interior of the Lineage 1000 jet
One of the UAE’s most respected and successful businesses, the Al Habtoor Group operates
in the UAE and international markets. The highly qualified, experienced and professional
multinational team now exceeds 40,000 – and this is expected to continue to grow, in line
with planned expansion.
The Group’s construction division, Al Habtoor Engineering Enterprises (now part of the Al
Habtoor Leighton Group), has a rich portfolio, having created some of the world’s most
stunning landmarks. These include the icon of Dubai, the Burj Al Arab, and the multibilliondollar
construction of the new Terminal 3 Concourse 2 project at Dubai International Airport.
Habtoor Hotels owns and operates six top-class hotels, including two new five star properties, the
Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa, in Dubai, and the Habtoor Grand Convention Centre & Spa, in
Beirut, Lebanon.
Al Habtoor Motors’ brand portfolio includes Mitsubishi, with a wide choice of sedans, 4x4s
and commercial vehicles, Temsa buses, and premium brands, such as Bentley, Aston Martin,
and Bugatti. Al Habtoor Motors imports more than 60,000 vehicles from Japan every year. It
has a well-established network of seven showrooms, eight service centers and 12 parts centers
that effectively cover the entire UAE.
Just as the UAE name has become synonymous with trade and enterprise all over the world,
the name of the Al Habtoor Group has become synonymous with dynamic growth, evidenced
by its commitment to develop and grow businesses in multiple sectors.
About Royal Jet
Royal Jet is an award-winning international luxury flight services provider, headquartered in
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company is owned by Abu
Dhabi Aviation and the Amiri Flight, the royal flight service, and is chaired by His Excellency,
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, who serves as a Minister on the UAE Federal Cabinet.
The company’s five core offerings are luxury VIP aircraft charter, Royal Med medical
evacuation service, Fixed Base Operations (FBO) and VIP Terminal at Abu Dhabi
International Airport, and Aircraft Management and Acquisition Consultancy.
Royal Jet has created a five-year expansion strategy to find the best solutions to address the
Middle East’s business aviation boom. The expansion spans fleet acquisition, interior
upgrades, and a strengthening of its sales structure
Embraer Gets Order For Two Legacy 600 Jets From K2 Smartjets
July 15, 2008
Greek charter operator expands its fleet of Embraer executive jets
São José dos Campos, July 15, 2008 – Embraer has signed a new order with K2 SmartJets, of
Greece, for two more Legacy 600 aircraft. The value of the deal, at list price, is US$ 53.86
million, based on January 2009 economic conditions, and the first delivery is scheduled for 2009.
“We are honored that K2 SmartJets has such confidence in our executive jets that they are
confirming additional orders less than a year after they introduced the first jet of this type,”
said Colin Steven, Embraer Vice President, Marketing and Sales – Europe, Africa, and the
Middle East, Executive Jets. “We are very pleased to contribute to the expansion of this
successful young company, knowing that their customers appreciate the unparalleled
combination of luxurious comfort, space, and performance of the Legacy 600.”
K2 SmartJets received its first Legacy 600 in July 2007. With its market growing so rapidly,
the two additional jets will allow the air charter operator to respond to the demand from
corporations and private individuals for ad hoc charter flights to various destinations in
Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
“The service introduction of our first Legacy 600 was so successful that we are thrilled to
confirm our second and third aircraft,” said Andreas Karotsieris, CEO of K2 SmartJets. “The
Legacy jet is ideal for premium VIP travel from our Athens base, and our customers enjoy the
stylish comfort, ample space, and convenient amenities.”
Greece has shown to be an important and expanding market for the Legacy 600. Four jets of
this model have already been delivered to Greek customers to this date.
About K2 SmartJets
K2 SmartJets was founded in 2007 by a group of private entrepreneurs from various sectors,
including the maritime shipping and air transportation industries. The K2 SmartJets staff has
Legacy 600 jet operated by K2 SmartJets
Headquarters (Brazil)
North America
Europe, Middle East and Africa
China
Rosana Dias
rosana.dias@embraer.com.br
Cell: +55 12 9724 4929
Tel.: +55 12 3927 1311
Fax: +55 12 3927 2411
Christine Manna
cmanna@embraer.com
Cell: +1 954 383 9950
Tel.: +1 954 359 3879
Fax: +1 954 359 4755
Stéphane Guilbaud
sguilbaud@embraer.fr
Cell: +33 6 7522 8519
Tel.: +33 1 4938 4455
Fax: +33 1 4938 4456
Tracy Chen
tracy.chen@bjs.embraer.com
Cell: +86 139 1018 2281
Tel.: +86 10 6598 9988
Fax: +86 10 6598 9986
PRESS OFFICES
many years of experience in air travel, and the purchase of the Embraer Legacy 600 has
proved to be a very successful operation in Greece’s rapidly expanding market. The company
is proud to provide the ultimate corporate and private jet charter flights with emphasis on
hospitality and client needs.
By creating relationships with strategic partners, in order to offer advanced services and
dependability, the objective of K2 SmartJets is to enhance the essence of business air travel with
innovative solutions and the highest service standard. For more information about the company,
visit www.K2SmartJets.com.
About the Legacy 600
The Legacy 600 jet provides premium comfort and privacy for up to 14 passengers in three
distinct seating areas. Interior standard features include first-class leather seats, a plush divan,
an elegant credenza, and spacious tables for dining or meetings. The aircraft also has a fullsize
galley for hot and cold meals, a full-width aft lavatory, wardrobe and storage cabinet, and
an entertainment system with DVD players and satellite telecommunications. Optional High
Speed Data (HSD) and Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) capabilities allow customers to browse the
Internet, access e-mails and transfer files. The 240-cubic-foot (6.8-cubic-meter) baggage
compartment of the Legacy 600 is one of the largest in the industry and is easily accessible
during flight, for greater passenger convenience.
The aircraft cruises at a speed of up to Mach 0.80 and has a range of 3,250 nautical miles
(6,019 km) with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves, or 3,400 nautical miles (6,297 km)
with four passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. These ranges, bolstered by superior passenger
and luggage capacity, enables customers to fly nonstop from New York (U.S.) to London
(U.K.); from London or Geneva (Switzerland) to Dubai (United Arab Emirates); from
Singapore to Beijing (China) or to Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea); and from Jakarta
(Indonesia) to Melbourne (Australia) at lower operating costs than competitive aircraft with a
similar cabin size. Additionally, the Legacy 600 is the only super midsize jet certified to
operate into and out of the London City and Cannes-Mandelieu airports.
The twin-engine business jet is based on the successful ERJ 145 regional jet family platform
that has accumulated over 12.5 million flight hours on 1,000 aircraft. Designed to operate an
average of 2,500 hours per year, low operating cost, and with a track record of over 99
percent dispatch reliability, the Legacy 600 offers luxurious comfort and delivers high
utilization and high availability.
AWAS Selects CFM56-5B Engines to Power Airbus A320 Family Aircraft
July 15, 2008
FARNBOROUGH, England — July 15, 2008 — Dublin-based AWAS became a new CFM International CFM56-5B customer today when it announced it has selected the engine to power 45 firm and up to 55 option A320 family aircraft announced by Airbus earlier this year. The firm engine order is valued at more than $600 million U.S. at list price and deliveries are scheduled between 2011 and 2015.
CFM56-5B engines are a product of CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between Snecma (SAFRAN Group) and General Electric Company.
“We chose the CFM56-5B engine after an exhaustive technical evaluation, which showed it has outstanding reliability and overall cost of ownership,” said Frank Pray, CEO of AWAS. “This engine represents great value and enjoys broad market acceptance. We believe they will be an invaluable asset to our customers and, thus, to our portfolio.”
“We are excited to welcome AWAS to the CFM family of customers,” said Eric Bachelet, president and CEO of CFM International. “They have established themselves as one of the world’s leading leasing companies and we are honored by their faith in our products.”
In late 2007, AWAS, one of the largest aircraft leasing companies in the world, ordered a total of 31 firm, 19 option CFM56-7B-powered Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. The company serves customers in The Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia/Pacific and owns a portfolio of more than 220 modern aircraft with an additional 128 aircraft on order from Airbus and Boeing. The aircraft portfolio is on lease to over 100 airline customers in 45 countries.
All of AWAS’ new CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engines will be in the Tech Insertion configuration. This technology will provide operators with a 1 percent improvement in fuel consumption over the life of the product, compared to the base engines. This lower fuel consumption will also lower CO2, reducing these emissions by 200 tons per aircraft per year. Improved analytic design tools have also enabled CFM to further optimize the Tech Insertion combustor so that it will provide 25 percent lower NOx emissions. Over the engine’s life cycle, Tech Insertion will also provide AWAS customers with longer time on wing and will lower maintenance costs by between five and 12 percent, depending on the thrust rating.
Airbus Single-Aisle Family “Approved” For On-Board Mobile Phone System
July 15, 2008
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted Airbus the certification for the OnAir mobile telephony system on-board its whole A320 Family. The approval granted by the Agency covers all single-aisle types, the A318, A319, A320 and A321, and follows the first individual certification that was awarded in June 2007 for one individual A318.
Airbus is first to receive airworthiness certification for a cell-phone system on board a complete family of aircraft, for both production and forward-fit installation.
With this approval, Airbus has made another significant step towards airline operation of the OnAir service that allows passengers to use their BlackBerry-type and mobile phones to send and receive emails and text messages, and to make and receive voice calls.
The OnAir service which started with Air France in December 2007, was subsequently introduced on an A319 from TAP Air Portugal, and will be soon available almost all over the world. OnAir, a joint venture between Airbus and SITA, is the service provider for a complete range of connectivity services. The onboard equipment is manufactured under Airbus KID-Systeme responsibility.
“After the successful operation with Air France and TAP, this achievement is the Airbus response to the growing market demand for on-board connectivity,” said Gerald Weber, Executive Vice-President Operations. “Continuous customer demand across Airbus programmes demonstrates that cabin connectivity solutions represent a real differentiator for passenger on-board services and a potential growth for services to airlines from Airbus,” he added.
Airbus is an EADS company.
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