TCS Partners With Saab to Set up Aerospace Design and Development Centre in India
September 10, 2008
MUMBAI, India, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire/ — Tata Consultancy Services
(TCS), (BSE: TCS.BO, NSE: TCS.NS), a leading global IT services, business
solutions and outsourcing firm, today announced its partnership with Saab
for the establishment of Saab’s Aeronautical Design and Development Centre
(ADDC) in India. Saab serves the global market with world-leading products,
services and solutions ranging from military defense to civil security.
The partnership to establish Aeronautical Design and Development Centre
(ADDC) aims at addressing the global aeronautical market. ADDC will create
a single source of design and development capabilities within India, in
addressing domestic and the global defense and civil aeronautical
applications. ADDC capabilities across the product lifecycle include:
Design and Development of Structures / Systems for new Platforms,
Performance Studies and Virtual prototyping, Aircraft Sustenance
Engineering, Manufacturing Support, Production and After Market Support,
Life extension / Upgrade Programs, Avionics and Mission Critical Software
Development.
“This co-operation is not limited to any specific product but is aimed
towards building a joint capability to leverage collective strengths across
the globe,” says Saab CEO Ake Svensson.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. S Ramadorai, Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director, TCS, commented, “This partnership has a strong blend
of Saab’s technology solutions and TCS global engineering model to address
the growing opportunities in the aerospace and defense sector.”
Tata Industrial Services Limited (TISL), which oversees and monitors
contracts, was instrumental in forging this co-operation. Ms.Uma Pillai
Managing Director of TISL, commented, “the formation of ADDC is the first
step in harnessing the potential of the two global organizations in
aerospace and defense sector.”
About SAAB:
Saab serves the global market with world-leading products, services and
solutions ranging from military defence to civil security. Saab has
operations and employees on all continents and constantly develops, adopts
and improves new technology to meet customers’ changing needs. Saab views
India as an important, fast growing key market with a procurement plan that
fits well into Saabs portfolio. Saab believes in local participation and
has a business model with a built-in mindset of co-operation with local
industries and transfer of technology. Saab has offered Gripen as one of
the contenders in India’s MMRCA (Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft)
procurement process.
About TCS
Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, business solutions and
outsourcing organization that delivers real results to global businesses,
ensuring a level of certainty no other firm can match. TCS offers a
consulting-led, integrated portfolio of IT and IT-enabled services
delivered through its unique Global Network Delivery Model, recognized as
the benchmark of excellence in software development. A part of the Tata
Group, India’s largest industrial conglomerate, TCS has over 116,000 of the
world’s best trained IT consultants in 50 countries. The company generated
consolidated revenues of US $5.7 billion for fiscal year ended 31 March
2008 and is listed on the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange
in India. For more information, visit us at http://www.tcs.com.
About Tata Industrial Services Limited
Tata Industrial Services Limited, a TATA enterprise identifies
competent manufacturing sources; oversees and monitors contracts;
undertakes project management related to domestic and global supply needs
including offset requirements for major aerospace, civil and defense
suppliers.
SOURCE Tata Consultancy Services
QinetiQ North America Rolls Out a Robotic First: the Field-Transformable Dragon Runner Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle
September 10, 2008
Troops now have fast, transformer-like ability to modify the Dragon Runner
SUGV to fit a variety of critical missions
MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 10 /PRNewswire/ — QinetiQ North America’s
Technology Solutions Group today launches its new Dragon Runner Small
Unmanned Ground Vehicle (Dragon Runner SUGV). Dragon Runner SUGV is the
first fully modular ground robot system capable of both quick
reconnaissance and improvised explosive device (IED) disarmament in urban,
mountainous or rural environments.
Based on a robot originally designed for the U.S. Marine Corps, the
modular base unit Dragon Runner weighs less than 20 pounds and can be
carried by one person in a standard-issue pack. With field-transformable
features that quickly snap or bolt into place — no special tools required
— Dragon Runner SUGV can morph to fit virtually any mission.
Dragon Runner SUGV can adapt quickly to fit a variety of critical
mission scenarios. These include: reconnaissance inside buildings, sewers,
drainpipes, caves and courtyards; perimeter security using on-board motion
and sound detectors; checkpoint security; in-vehicle and under-vehicle
inspections; and hostage barricade reconnaissance and negotiation.
Operators of Dragon Runner SUGV have the ability to add tracks for
maximum mobility and a manipulator arm with rotating shoulder, wrist and
grippers for dexterity. In addition, day and night pan/tilt/zoom cameras,
motion detectors and a listening capability allow Dragon Runner SUGV to
further extend the combat team’s situational awareness.
Additionally, Dragon Runner SUGV, gives operators field-changeable
frequency capabilities, using analog or digital radio options, to improve
flexibility and range. Standard vehicle and operator control unit batteries
mean that troops can use available government inventory for reduced cost
and improved sustainability, making Dragon Runner SUGV even easier to
integrate into current missions.
“We listened closely to our military customers’ needs, and Dragon
Runner SUGV is the result,” said Dr. William Ribich, President of the
Technology Solutions Group, QinetiQ North America. “We’ve created a
lightweight, modular robot that can climb stairs, open doors, provide
critical reconnaissance information and disarm IEDs — all while protecting
our troops, who control the robot from a safe distance.”
QinetiQ North America also provides a worldwide maintenance and support
plan to return battle-damaged Dragon Runner SUGVs to active duty as quickly
as possible.
“When Dragon Runner SUGV takes a hit, that means at least one soldier
or marine was kept from harm,” Ribich concluded.
About QinetiQ North America
QinetiQ (pronounced “kinetic”) North America Operations LLC provides
world-class technology and responsive solutions to U.S. government
customers. With more than 6,000 engineers, scientists and professionals
working in partnership with customers, QinetiQ North America develops
innovative technology solutions to meet the challenges of national defense,
homeland security and information access. QinetiQ North America is part of
QinetiQ Group plc, one of the world’s leading defense and security
technology companies. For more information, please visit
http://www.QinetiQ-NA.com.
About QinetiQ North America Technology Solutions Group
QinetiQ North America’s Technology Solutions Group, headquartered in
Waltham, MA, includes the businesses of Foster-Miller, Inc., and its
subsidiaries Planning Systems Incorporated, Automatika, Applied Perception,
Spectro, Inc., and the research and development activities of Apogen
Technologies, Inc. It is a technology and product development group with an
international reputation for delivering innovative products and systems
that perform under the most demanding conditions.
Space Shuttle Commander Pamela Melroy to Speak at Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce Event September 17th
September 10, 2008
Chamber Recognizes First Responder Officers of the Quarter
RESTON, Va., Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Greater Reston
Chamber of Commerce will host an event on September 17th featuring Space
Shuttle Commander, Pamela Melroy as guest speaker. The Chamber will
recognize local First Responders through the first ever Officers of the
Quarter Awards which honor Fairfax County police, sheriff, fire and rescue
employees for their dedicated service to the community. Additionally, a
$5,000 check from the Executive Women’s Roundtable will be presented to
INC.spire, the business incubator program of the Greater Reston Chamber of
Commerce, to support a woman owned business.
Pamela Melroy has piloted two missions to the international space
station and is only the second female Shuttle Commander with the recent
successful completion of the STS-120 mission last November. Commander
Melroy has been a USAF C-17 test pilot, flew combat missions in the 1991
Gulf War and has space walked numerous times.
The First Responders Officers of the Quarter Awards represent a new
initiative of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce through a newly formed
committee chaired by Joe Ritchey, Prospective Inc. and Kathy Hannon,
Cassidy & Pinkard Colliers. This committee works directly with the Reston
District Citizens’ Advisory committee, and the Police, Fire and Sheriff
Departments to identify and recognize exemplary service by the dedicated
area first responders. The committee also works to enhance communication
for emergency preparedness within all parts of the Reston community. This
quarter’s recipients include firefighters Technician Mike Frames,
Technician Mike Eddy and Technician Scott Pifer from North Point Station,
Reston, VA and Police Officer Kimberly Folden of Reston District Station,
Reston, VA.
The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce has been opening the door to
business opportunity along the Dulles Business Corridor for over 25 Years.
With a professional staff, dedicated volunteer members, an involved Board
of Directors and alliances with major corporate, non-profit and media
enterprises, the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce continues to serve this
robust region as a leader in issues critical to business development.
http://www.RestonChamber.org.
SOURCE GREATER RESTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Airbus Selects Goodrich Air Data, Ice Detection Systems for A350 XWB Aircraft
September 10, 2008
– Selections are expected to generate more than $600 million in revenue
over 20 years
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 10, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Goodrich
Corporation (NYSE: GR) has been selected by Airbus to supply the air data
system (ADS) as well as ice detection system for the new A350 XWB (Xtra
Wide-Body) commercial aircraft. Together, the awards are expected to
generate more than $600 million in original equipment and aftermarket
revenue over 20 years. Work will be performed by Goodrich’s Sensors and
Integrated Systems team in Burnsville, Minn.
The ADS provides all critical air data parameters to the vehicle
management computers for the aircraft’s flight control and pilot display
systems. SmartProbe(TM) and SmartPort(R) air data sensing technology allows
integration of multi-function sensing ports, pressure sensors and
processing capability through the elimination of pneumatic lines. The total
number of discrete product installations is reduced, overall weight is
decreased, and reliability and maintainability are significantly improved.
The ice detection system provides advisory indication of ice buildup
and enables the flight crew to activate the aircraft’s ice protection
system at the optimal time. The system helps reduce fuel consumption by
activating the energy-consuming de-ice function only when required.
Goodrich is the only company certified by the FAA to provide primary ice
detection systems for commercial aircraft.
“Both the air data and ice detection systems for the A350 are
evolutions of the systems Goodrich provides for the Airbus A380, and we
expect customers to reap the benefits of maturity and commonality,” said
Jan Mathiesen, Vice President, Goodrich Sensors and Integrated Systems.
“These selections continue Goodrich’s role as the leading provider of air
data systems as well as ice detection systems to the aerospace industry
worldwide.”
Goodrich’s content on the A350 also includes nacelle and thrust
reverser systems. The A350 XWB 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 nautical miles, it is
available in three basic passenger versions accommodating between 270 and
350 passengers in a typical three-class layout.
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global supplier of
systems and services to aerospace, defense and homeland security markets.
With one of the most strategically diversified portfolios of products in
the industry, Goodrich serves a global customer base with significant
worldwide manufacturing and service facilities. For more information, visit
http://www.goodrich.com.
Goodrich Corporation operates through its divisions and as a parent
company for its subsidiaries, one or more of which may be referred to as
“Goodrich Corporation” in this press release.
TAM Signs Contract for Mobile Communications Aboard Its Aircraft
September 10, 2008
Agreement signed with OnAir will make the company the first in the Americas
to offer this technology
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — TAM Linhas Aereas
(Bovespa: TAMM4 and NYSE: TAM) will be the first airline in the Americas to
offer onboard mobile phone service on its Airbus A320s, to be provided by
OnAir — a joint venture of Airbus and Sita, an organization that develops
cutting edge technology for aviation. A trail-blazing partnership signed
with the company will enable TAM passengers to use their cell phones and
smartphones in flight — for voice, SMS messaging or emails — on South
American routes.
The system is expected to begin working in the second half of 2009. The
startup of operations will depend on approval by the National Agency of
Civil Aviation (Anac) and the National Agency of Telecommunications
(Anatel), as well as the adjustment of legislation that only authorizes
cell phone use when the aircraft is on the ground and the doors are open.
The announcement of the agreement took place this Wednesday in Long
Beach, California (USA) at the trade fair of the World Airline
Entertainment Association (WAEA), the largest event in the world devoted to
onboard entertainment. The system was certified by the European Aviation
Safety Agency (Easa), and its use was recently regulated by the European
Union. The mechanism ensures complete safety for passengers, since it
prevents signals from devices from causing interference in the aircrafts
commands. In addition, should the need arise, the system can be shut down
at any time. The company chose the OnAir system after two years of
assessing connectivity solutions available on the market.
“Offering this advanced technology to our customers confirms our
leadership in the airline market in Brazil, and is one more example of our
constant quest for Service Excellence, one of the pillars of our company,”
states TAM president, Captain David Barioni Neto. “Our passengers,
particularly those traveling in business class, will be able to stay in
contact with their offices and clients, enhancing efficiency and
productivity.”
OnAir president, Benoit Debains, underscored TAM’s status as a pioneer
in adopting this onboard communications system. “We are very pleased by the
fact that TAM, one of the leaders in innovation in passenger service, and
the largest airline in South America, has chosen OnAir to implement this
additional benefit for its passengers,” he said.
SOURCE TAM
Copa Holdings Announces Monthly Traffic Statistics for August 2008
September 10, 2008
PANAMA CITY, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Copa Holdings, S.A.
(NYSE: CPA), and its Copa Airlines and Aero Republica operating
subsidiaries, today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for
August 2008:
Copa Holdings (Consolidated) August August Change
2008 2007 (%)
ASM (mm) (1) 790.6 715.1 10.6%
RPM (mm) (2) 618.8 529.6 16.8%
Load Factor (3) 78.3% 74.1% 4.2 p.p.
Copa Airlines
ASM (mm) (1) 657.1 565.6 16.2%
RPM (mm) (2) 528.7 441.2 19.8%
Load Factor (3) 80.5% 78.0% 2.4 p.p.
Aero Republica
ASM (mm) (1) 133.5 149.5 -10.7%
RPM (mm) (2) 90.1 88.4 1.9%
Load Factor (3) 67.5% 59.2% 8.4 p.p.
1. Available seat miles — represents the aircraft seating capacity
multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown.
2. Revenue passenger miles — represents the numbers of miles flown by
revenue passengers.
3. Load factor — represents the percentage of aircraft seating
capacity that is actually utilized.
For the month of August 2008, Copa Holdings’ system-wide passenger
traffic (RPM) increased 16.8%, while capacity (ASM) increased 10.6%. System
load factor for August 2008 was 78.3%, a 4.2 percentage point increase when
compared to August 2007.
Copa Airlines passenger traffic (RPM) for August 2008 increased 19.8%,
while capacity (ASM) increased 16.2%. This resulted in a load factor of
80.5%, a 2.4 percentage point increase when compared to August 2007.
Aero Republica passenger traffic (RPM) for August 2008 increased 1.9%,
while capacity (ASM) decreased 10.7%. Load factor for the month was 67.5%,
an 8.4 percentage point increase when compared to August 2007. Capacity
reduction came as a result of Aero Republica’s ongoing transition to
smaller gauge EMBRAER-190 aircraft.
Copa Holdings, through its Copa Airlines and Aero Republica operating
subsidiaries, is a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo
service. Copa Airlines currently offers approximately 126 daily scheduled
flights to 42 destinations in 22 countries in North, Central and South
America and the Caribbean. In addition, Copa Airlines provides passengers
with access to flights to more than 120 other international destinations
through code share agreements with Continental Airlines and other airlines.
Aero Republica, the second-largest domestic carrier in Colombia, provides
service to 12 cities in Colombia as well as international connectivity with
Copa Airlines’ Hub of the Americas through flights from Bogota,
Bucaramanga, Cali, Cartagena and Medellin. Additionally, in May 2008, Aero
Republica increased international service by launching direct daily flights
to Caracas, Venezuela from the cities of Bogota and Medellin.
SOURCE Copa Holdings, S.A.
American Airlines Offers Special Introductory Fares and AAdvantage Bonus Miles to Three New Destinations in Brazil
September 10, 2008
Flights Start in Early November to Salvador, Recife and Belo Horizonte
FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — American Airlines
is adding three destinations in Brazil to its route network this November
— Salvador, Recife and Belo Horizonte — and to celebrate the airline is
offering special introductory fares to all three cities for travel through
next May, as well as double AAdvantage(R) miles for travel through
mid-February 2009.
American, a founding member of the global oneworld(R) Alliance, will
start daily flights from Miami to Salvador and Recife on Nov. 2, and begin
three times weekly flights from Miami to Belo Horizonte on Nov. 4.
American’s hub in Miami makes all three Brazilian destinations easily
accessible from dozens of other cities as well.
American’s introductory fares start as low as $425* each way (with
required round-trip purchase), making a trip to Brazil as affordable as it
is convenient. And with double AAdvantage miles** to all three new
destinations, traveling to Brazil will be rewarding as well.
Here are highlights of American’s introductory fare sale to its new
Brazilian destinations:
American’s Introductory Fares to Salvador, Recife and Belo Horizonte
— Sale fares available from the continental United States to all three
destinations.
— Begin travel Nov. 2, 2008 (Nov. 4 for Belo Horizonte) through May 28,
2009; return no later than May 31, 2009.
— Purchase tickets no later than Dec. 2, 2008.
— Other restrictions, including embargo dates, apply. For rules and
restrictions, see the terms and conditions below, or visit American’s
Web site, AA.com.
Here are samples of American’s special introductory fares:
SAMPLE INTRODUCTORY FARES
TO SALVADOR, RECIFE AND BELO HORIZONTE
Fare Each Way Based
To Salvador, Recife and Belo Horizonte on Round-Trip
From Purchase*
Boston $425
Chicago O’Hare $425
Los Angeles $425
Miami $425
New York City $425
Washington, D.C. $425
Denver $475
Detroit $475
Houston $475
Seattle $475
* Fares shown are each way based on off-peak round-trip Economy Class
travel purchased on AA.com, and are in U.S. dollars. Fares are valid
for travel beginning early November 2008 through late May 2009. Fares
do not include all government-imposed taxes and fees.
Here are the highlights of American’s AAdvantage bonus mile offer:
AAdvantage Bonus Mile Offer to Salvador, Recife and Belo Horizonte
— Earn double AAdvantage miles for travel between Miami and Salvador,
Recife and Belo Horizonte.
— Travel Nov. 2, 2008 through Feb. 15, 2009. (Service to Belo Horizonte
begins Nov. 4, 2008).
— Registration required prior to travel at http://www.aa.com/offers,
using promotion code BRZ2X.
— Other restrictions apply. See the terms and conditions below, or visit
AA.com.
Salvador, on Brazil’s northeast coast, is known as Brazil’s “capital of
happiness” because of its easygoing population and numerous outdoor
parties. The city is also noted for its cuisine, music and architecture.
Thirty-one miles of coastline add to the city’s compelling appeal.
Recife, also on the northeast coast, is often called the “Venice of
Brazil” because of numerous waterways and bridges that cross the city.
Nearby white-sand beaches and a vibrant culture add to the color of Recife,
and two ports make the city a prime business center.
Belo Horizonte, in southeastern Brazil, is known for its quality of
life and cultural activities. Surrounded by mountains, Belo Horizonte
offers a contrasting mix of contemporary and classical architecture. The
city is also a commercial and industrial center and home to one of the
world’s largest soccer stadiums.
Travelers can check schedules and fares and book flights by visiting
http://www.aa.com. On AA.com you’ll find the absolute lowest fares
available for American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection(R)
flights — guaranteed. For full details on our Lowest Fare Guarantee, visit
http://www.aa.com/benefits.
For an additional $20 per ticket, travel arrangements can also be made
by calling American’s reservations number at 1-800-433-7300 (en espanol
1-800-633-3711) within the United States. Outside the United States, call
the local reservations number. For an additional $30 per ticket, travel
arrangements can be made at an American Airlines Travel Center or Airport
Ticket Office. Tickets may also be purchased through a travel agent. Travel
agents may impose a service charge for ticketing.
A “Fly Now, Pay Later” deferred payment option on American allows
holders of the American Airlines Credit Card(SM) account to enjoy six
months of no payments and no interest for tickets purchased on AA.com. For
terms and conditions and more details, visit http://www.aa.com/paylater.
AmericanAirlines Vacations(SM) has a number of exciting and affordable
travel packages available to Brazil. For more information, visit
http://www.aavacations.com.
* Fare Sale Terms and Conditions
Fares shown are each way based on off-peak round-trip Economy-Class
travel purchased on AA.com, and are in U.S. dollars. Fares shown to
Salvador and Recife are valid for travel Monday-Thursday. Fares shown to
Belo Horizonte are valid Tuesday/Thursday, and from Belo Horizonte on
Wednesday; other travel days to/from all three destinations are available
at additional cost. Fares are subject to change without notice.
International fares are subject to government approval.
Fares do not include (a) a federal excise tax of $3.50 per U.S.
domestic flight segment, defined as one takeoff and landing, of a
passenger’s itinerary; (b) up to $18 per round trip in local airport
charges; and (c) September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per enplanement
originating at a U.S. airport. For international/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands destinations, government taxes and fees of up to $180, varying by
destination, are not included and may vary slightly depending on currency
exchange rates at the time of purchase.
Tickets must be purchased at least 14 days prior to departure or within
three days of making reservations, whichever comes first, but not later
than 11:59 p.m., Dec. 2, 2008 (Central Time).
Fares shown to Salvador and Recife are valid for travel beginning Nov.
2, 2008-May 28, 2009. Fares shown to Belo Horizonte are valid for travel
beginning Nov. 4, 2008-May 28, 2009. For all three destinations, travel
must be completed by May 31, 2009. To Brazil, travel is not valid Jan.
1-31, 2009 or Feb. 25-March 2, 2009. From Brazil, travel is not valid Dec.
12, 2008-Jan. 18, 2009 or Feb. 12-21, 2009. Travel to/from Salvador and
Recife must be via AA flight 980. Travel to/from Belo Horizonte must be via
AA flights 991/992. A three-day minimum stay is required, and a 90-day
maximum stay is allowed.
Advertised fares are valid only on American Airlines, American Eagle,
and the AmericanConnection(R) airlines and do not apply to other codeshare
flights. Seats are limited. Fares may not be available on all flights.
Schedules are subject to change without notice.
Fares are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Changes to your ticket may
be made if you meet the restrictions of the new fare and pay up to a US$200
fee plus any fare difference. Changes must be made before your ticketed
flight’s scheduled departure time. If you cancel your flight prior to the
scheduled departure time, the ticket will be valid for one year from the
date of issue for an unused ticket or one year from travel origination for
a partially used ticket. If you do not cancel your flight prior to the
scheduled departure time, the ticket has no value.
A portion of travel booked on American Airlines may be operated by
American Eagle or an AmericanConnection airline. American Eagle is operated
by American Eagle Airlines, Inc., or Executive Airlines, Inc., which are
wholly owned by AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines.
AmericanConnection service is operated by one of the following independent
contractors: Trans States Airlines, Inc., or Chautauqua Airlines, Inc.
To purchase tickets on AA.com you must use a credit card with a billing
address in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, the
United Kingdom, or select Latin American and Caribbean countries.
AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AAdvantage, AmericanAirlines
Vacations, and AA.com are marks of American Airlines, Inc. oneworld is a
mark of the oneworld Alliance, LLC. American Airlines reserves the right to
change the AAdvantage program rules, regulations, travel awards and special
offers at any time without notice and to end the AAdvantage program with
six months’ notice. For complete AAdvantage program details, visit
http://www.aa.com. For full details on our Lowest Fare Guarantee, visit
http://www.aa.com/benefits.
** AAdvantage Bonus Offer Terms and Conditions
AAdvantage bonus mile offer is valid on American Airlines marketed and
operated nonstop/thru flights for travel between Miami (MIA) and Salvador
(SSA) and Recife (REC), Nov. 2, 2008, through Feb. 15, 2009, and between
Miami (MIA) and Belo Horizonte (CNF), Nov. 4, 2008 through Feb. 15, 2009.
Offer applies only to AAdvantage members who purchase and fly on published
fare tickets. Bonus miles do not count toward elite status qualification.
Flights operated by our codeshare partners are not eligible for this
promotion.
Registration prior to travel is required. Double miles will be
calculated at 100 percent of the base miles flown.
About the AAdvantage Program
The AAdvantage Program was the first and is the world’s largest
frequent flyer program. Established in 1981, the program now has more than
60 million members. Members can earn miles at more than 1,000 participating
companies, which include more than 35 hotel chains representing more than
75 brands, more than 20 airlines, eight car-rental companies, 18 financial
companies, and over 250 brand name retailers. In addition, members can earn
miles when making purchases with one of more than 100 affinity card
products in over 41 countries. In 2007, members redeemed more than 150
billion miles to claim more than 4 million awards for flights, upgrades and
car rentals. For more information and a listing of AAdvantage program
participating companies, visit http://www.aa.com/aadvantage.
About American Airlines
American Airlines is the world’s largest airline. American, American
Eagle and the AmericanConnection(R) airlines serve 250 cities in 40
countries with more than 4,000 daily flights. The combined network fleet
numbers more than 1,000 aircraft. American’s award-winning Web site,
AA.com, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus
personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a
founding member of the oneworld(R) Alliance, which brings together some of
the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer
their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on
its own. Together, its members serve nearly 700 destinations in over 140
countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle
Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines,
American Eagle, the AmericanConnection(R) airlines, AA.com, We know why you
fly and AAdvantage are registered trademarks of American Airlines, Inc.
(NYSE: AMR)
Continental Airlines Named to Latin Business Magazine’s 2008 Corporate Diversity Honor Roll
September 10, 2008
HOUSTON, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Continental Airlines (NYSE:
CAL) is one of 13 companies featured in Latin Business Magazine’s Corporate
Diversity Honor Roll, which appears in the magazine’s Summer 2008 issue.
This is the third consecutive year that Continental has been named to the
list.
“If recent events on the diversity front, both national and corporate,
are any indication, diversity, in all its myriad nuances, has become ever
more mainstream in nature,” says the magazine’s introduction to the Honor
Roll. “We know it’s not always easy, but we salute the good-faith efforts
of all involved.”
“We are pleased to be recognized once again for our corporate diversity
initiatives,” said Diedra Fontaine, Director of Diversity and Sales
Development, Continental Airlines. “As a global airline, we believe that
the rich diversity of ideas, experiences, cultures, and lifestyles
represented by our employees makes it possible for us to give the best
possible service to our customers worldwide.”
The article mentions Continental’s diverse workforce, online
supplier-diversity training program, Diversity Council and numerous
Hispanic-market sponsorships. Approximately 18 percent of Continental’s
domestic workforce is of Hispanic descent and Hispanics occupy many
top-level positions at the company. Continental is the official airline for
events of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and the National
Association of Hispanic Publications. For the second year, Continental is
sponsoring an educational outreach program called “Destino: Latinoamerica”
(Destination: Latin America), an essay contest for Hispanic high school
students, in conjunction with the National Association of Hispanic
Publications. The airline’s Latin America Sales group also sponsors
Hispanic organizations and events each year throughout the United States.
Latin Business magazine is a bimonthly trade magazine with a national
circulation of 150,408. The magazine bases its annual Corporate Diversity
Honor Roll on a survey of Latino employees, supplier and subcontractor
diversity, community outreach and other factors.
Continental Airlines, the world’s fifth largest airline, offers service
to 69 destinations in 23 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Continental serves more destinations in Mexico (29) from the U.S. and has
more flights from the U.S. to Mexico than any other airline. Continental
also serves more cities in Central America (10) than any other U.S.
carrier, as well as nine South American destinations and 23 in the
Caribbean.
Continental’s Spanish-language services include bilingual flight
attendants on many flights to Latin America; and bilingual airport
personnel, reservations agents and signage. Spanish-language functions on
the continental.com Web site include flight booking, check-in, seat
selection, flight and gate information, and OnePass frequent flyer program
enrollment. Passengers also may make reservations in Spanish at
1-800-537-9222. For more company information, go to continental.com (in
Spanish — http://www.continental.com/espanol).
SOURCE Continental Airlines
Avcorp confirms CJ4 Cessna agreement
September 10, 2008
– Supply of the empennage for the new Cessna Citation CJ4 business jet
– Revenue commencing in 2009, and extending beyond for the life of the
program
VANCOUVER, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – Avcorp Industries Inc.
(TSX. “AVP”) is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with
Cessna Aircraft Company to supply the tail assembly for Cessna’s new
Citation CJ4 business jet. The agreement includes detail tooling
fabrication along with manufacture, assembly, product support and spares
for the Citation CJ4. The contract is expected to generate approximately US
$110 million in revenue over the first ten years of the life of the
aircraft. First flight of the Citation CJ4 occurred on May 5, 2008 with
first Avcorp deliveries set for the first quarter of 2009. Avcorp has
worked with Cessna on this program over the past year and a half and will
eventually invest approximately $2.5 million in the manufacturing,
engineering and start up.
The Citation CJ4 business jet is an upward extension of the CJ family
delivering the strongest performance and payload balance in the series
along with advanced amenities and system architecture. The aircraft is
expected to have a maximum speed of 435 knots, a full fuel payload of 1,000
pounds and maximum payload of 2,100 pounds. The popular Citation CJ line of
business jets (CJ1+, CJ2+ and CJ3), have amassed sales of more than 900
airplanes with over 1.3 million hours flown.
About Avcorp
Avcorp designs and builds major airframe structures for some of the
world’s leading aircraft companies, including Boeing, Bombardier, and
Cessna. With over 50 years of experience, more than 800 skilled employees
and 385,000 square feet of facilities, Avcorp offers integrated composite
and metallic aircraft structures to aircraft manufacturers, a distinct
advantage in the pursuit of contracts for new aircraft designs, which
require lower-cost, light-weight, strong, reliable structures. Avcorp is a
Canadian public company traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:AVP).
More information is available at http://www.avcorp.com.
Not A Bird, Not A Plane, It’s Flight Of The Jet Man!
September 10, 2008
WITNESS MAN’S FIRST ATTEMPT TO FLY ACROSS THE ENGLISH CHANNEL WITH A
JETPACK
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL TO WEBCAST LIVE COVERAGE FOLLOWED BY
PRIMETIME SPECIAL
Part Superhero – Part Adventurer Attempts 12-Minute Journey Into the
History Books
Flight of the Jet Man is Scheduled for Wednesday, September 24,
Conditions Permitting
WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — In just weeks, one man
will be the first to attempt to fly across the English Channel using a
single, jet-propelled wing attached to his back. Swiss adventurer Yves
Rossy will fire up his homemade jet wing, jump from a plane and attempt to
cross the 23-mile channel in 12 minutes at about 120 mph. The National
Geographic Channel (NGC) has exclusive U.S. access to his historic flight
and will stream Rossy’s mission LIVE at http://www.natgeotv.com/jetman, as well as
broadcast a special one-hour program that same night. Internationally, the
event will air LIVE in 167 countries (excluding France, Switzerland and
Canada) on NGC and its Web site. Rossy is scheduled to make his attempt
Wednesday, September 24, subject to weather conditions, with a daily
contingency window through Friday, September 26. NGC is committed to
covering this event whichever day it occurs.
Live coverage will stream on the NGC Web site, http://www.natgeotv.com/jetman,
and document Rossy’s flight from his takeoff near Calais, France, to his
landing almost 15 minutes later in Dover, U.K. The live online coverage
will begin at 7 a.m. ET / 4 a.m. PT with Rossy’s preparations and his
scheduled launch expected at approximately 8 a.m. ET / 5 a.m. PT. The
entire process and flight will be distilled into an hour-long special,
Flight of the Jet Man, that will air on NGC that same night at 9 p.m.
ET/PT. (Contingency note: if the attempt is delayed until Friday, September
26, the primetime show will air at 8 p.m. ET/PT, due to the presidential
debate.)
Flight of the Jet Man will cover every angle of this historic chapter
in aviation history, beginning on the ground in France as Rossy reviews
safety measures just before takeoff — especially important as his
jet-propelled wing needs to be ignited while still inside the plane — and
following as he attempts to touch down in England and enter the annals of
history. Cameras in his launch plane and on a helicopter will be
supplemented by another mounted on the jetpack wing to capture dramatic
aerial coverage throughout the flight.
Rossy, who refers to himself to as “Fusion Man” because he represents a
true fusion between pilot and plane, will jump from a plane almost 2 miles
above the ground and soar at speeds reaching approximately 120 mph using a
specialized wing weighing about 120 pounds (including four kerosene-burning
jet turbines). Created from a lightweight carbon composite, the wing has no
steering devices; Rossy uses his head and back to control his movements.
Outfitted with a special suit, helmet and parachute, Rossy has taken
extensive precautions to protect himself from the four jet turbines resting
just a few inches away from him on the wing.
“I have enormous admiration for the pioneers of aviation,” says Rossy.
“There is great beauty in the exploits of Bleriot and Lindbergh, for
example. They risked their lives to discover the path not taken, to go
where no one has gone before.”
Part of a fearless fraternity of experimental pilots, Rossy will take a
route mirroring that of French pioneer Louis Bleriot, who dared to be the
first to cross the English Channel in an airplane 99 years ago. To achieve
his own defining moment in aviation, Rossy must overcome significant
challenges along the way. The wing weight and measurements must be
incredibly precise — even the addition of cameras mounted on the wing to
record his flight may impact how long he is able to stay in the air.
Likewise, weather conditions must be just right for him to fly long enough
to complete the journey. Although test flights in wind tunnels and the
Swiss Alps have helped Rossy polish the wing and his skills, only time will
tell if he is able to accomplish this great feat.
Flight of the Jet Man is produced for National Geographic Channel and
National Geographic Channels International by Cirrus Communications. Andre
Barro from Cirrus and Bernard Vaillot from Galaxie Productions are the
executive producers. Kathryn Liptrott is producer for Cirrus. For NGC-US,
executive producer is Kathleen Cromley and executive vice president of
content is Steve Burns; for NGCI, executive vice president of content is
Sydney Suissa.
About National Geographic Channel
Based at the National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington,
D.C., the National Geographic Channel (NGC) is a joint venture between
National Geographic Ventures (NGV) and Fox Cable Networks (FCN). Since
launching in January 2001, NGC initially earned some of the fastest
distribution growth in the history of cable and more recently the fastest
ratings growth in television. The network celebrated its fifth anniversary
January 2006 with the launch of NGC HD which provides the spectacular
imagery that National Geographic is known for in stunning high-definition.
NGC has carriage with all of the nation’s major cable and satellite
television providers, making it currently available to nearly 69 million
homes. For more information, please visit http://www.natgeotv.com.
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