Copa Airlines Reports an On-Time Performance of 86.3 Percent for 3rd Quarter 2008
October 21, 2008
Airline has one of the best on-time performance rankings in commercial
aviation
PANAMA CITY, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Copa Airlines, a
subsidiary of Copa Holdings S.A. (NYSE: CPA), reported an on-time
performance of 86.3 percent and a flight-completion factor of 99.3 percent
for 3rd quarter 2008. The airline measures on-time performance according to
international standards established for the industry.
“Copa consistently achieves high levels of on-time performance mostly
due to having one of the youngest fleets of the American continent,
extremely efficient operations, and — even more important — a dedicated
team that values the needs of our passengers,” said Pedro Heilbron, CEO of
Copa Airlines. “We understand how important on-time arrival is to our
passengers and we continue to explore alternatives that could improve our
performance, which already is amongst the best in the region.”
About Copa Holdings, S.A.
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 136 daily scheduled flights to 42
destinations in 22 countries in North, Central and South America and the
Caribbean through its Hub of the Americas based in Panama City, Panama. In
addition, Copa Airlines provides passengers with access to flights to more
than 120 other international destinations through codeshare agreements with
Continental Airlines and other airlines. From the U.S., Copa offers nonstop
service to Panama 20 times a week from Miami; daily from New York City, Los
Angeles and Washington, D.C.; and 12 times a week from Orlando. Aero
Republica, the second-largest carrier in Colombia, provides service to 12
cities in Colombia as well as international connectivity with Copa
Airlines’ Hub of the Americas through daily flights from Bogota,
Bucaramanga, Cali and Medellin. For more information, visit
http://www.copaair.com .
Sikorsky Aircraft Announces Contract with Boston MedFlight for S-76C++(TM) Helicopter
October 21, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire/ — Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today
announced the signing of a contract to provide an S-76C++(TM) helicopter to
Boston MedFlight for air medical critical care transports in the Northeast.
Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
The new helicopter will be Sikorsky’s first night vision-capable
S-76C++ air medical helicopter. The aircraft will be operated and
maintained by EraMed, LLC. It will replace an AS-365N2 Dauphin, and is
slated to be delivered in 2008.
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“Boston MedFlight has an impressive record of service to the citizens
of the Northeast,” said Jeanne Connor-Osborne, Sikorsky Sales Manager. “We
are proud that they have chosen the S-76(R) helicopter to fulfill their
lifesaving missions.”
Boston MedFlight CEO, Suzanne Wedel, added: “We give every investment
at Boston MedFlight the most careful consideration, and extensive research
went into selecting the right aircraft to maximize the effectiveness of our
entire fleet of vehicles.”
To date, more than 700 S-76 helicopters have been delivered, serving a
multi-mission role that includes offshore oil, VIP including head of state,
emergency medical transport, search and rescue and civil defense.
The current production version is the S-76C++ helicopter, in service
since 2005. It features a glass cockpit, dual digital autopilot, superb
flight controls and the best combination of speed, range and operating
costs in its weight class.
Improvements on the S-76C++ helicopter over the S-76C+ aircraft
include:
Turbomeca Arriel 2S2 Engines — the replacement 2S2 provides a 5-to-6
percent increase in engine ratings, 350- to 450-pound increase in Category
A takeoff gross weight at sea level 90F, and a barrier filter that provides
superior protection against foreign object damage (FOD) and contamination,
resulting in longer time between overhaul, fewer removals and lower costs.
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.
Boston MedFlight is a CAMTS-accredited Critical Care Transport service.
Its mission is to extend the tertiary care services of the major Boston
hospitals to the citizens of Massachusetts and New England. As a non-profit
organization, Boston MedFlight transports patients regardless of their
ability to pay. Boston MedFlight is financially supported in part by a
consortium of Boston hospitals including Beth Israel Deaconess Medical
Center, Boston Medical Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Children’s
Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Tufts Medical Center.
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) company, will help Italy further its national defense and disaster prevention by boosting a radar satellite into space on Oct. 24. COSMO-SkyMed 3, a satellite with both civilian and military applications, will be onboard a United Launch Alliance Delta II rocket powered by a Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne RS-27A engine. The rocket, launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base, will mark the 225th flight boosted by the RS-27 family of engines. COSMO-SkyMed 3 (Constellation of Small Satellites for Mediterranean Basin Observation) is the third of four identical satellites developed by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the Italian Defense Ministry. It will help forecast floods and landslides, coordinate aid during fires and earthquakes, and control and manage potential crises. “Powering this flight in support of United Launch Alliance, ASI and the Italian Defense Ministry is very rewarding, and we are honored to be part of a mission that will help our international friends better prepare and respond to disasters,” said Elizabeth Jones, RS-27 program manager, Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne. The COSMO-SkyMed system is a constellation of four radar satellites that will monitor and survey the entire planet for environmental, strategic, scientific and commercial purposes. It will use high-resolution radar that can observe Earth during night and day, under all weather conditions. Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne powered the United Launch Alliance launch of SkyMed 1 and 2 in June and December 2007, respectively. Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, Inc., a part of Pratt & Whitney, is a preferred provider of high-value propulsion, power, energy and innovative system solutions used in a wide variety of government and commercial applications, including the main engines for the space shuttle, Atlas and Delta launch vehicles, missile defense systems and advanced hypersonic engines. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines, space propulsion systems and industrial gas turbines. United Technologies, based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the global aerospace and building industries.
October 21, 2008
Offering new services to its passengers and reveals third quarter load
factor results
NEW YORK, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire/ — L’Avion, the first all business class
French airline, today announced its third quarter load factor results, new
services and amenities for its customers.
3Q Load Factor Results
L’Avion, which offers three flights daily between New York and Orly,
revealed an average load factor of 79.8% for its third quarter in 2008 and
sold 100,000 tickets as of October 3, 2008. The airline operates 12 weekly
flights between Paris-Orly and New York/Newark. To date L’Avion has
transported 48,900 passengers from January to September 2008 with a
punctuality of 98%. This is especially important for “business” customers
who consider these to be key factors when choosing an airline.
New Services and Amenities
L’Avion (shared by Jet Airways) has officially opened a luxurious
2,270-square-foot lounge, which is located at the arrival level of Terminal
B which offers seating for more than 104 passengers, complimentary Wi-Fi
Internet access, and local phone access. Jet Airways’ first class
passengers will be welcomed in an exclusive, private lounge area. With the
new lounge L’Avion passengers now have access to the “fast track” lane
through security. This makes getting through security easier and less of a
hassle.
L’Avion has a new service that they are offering to their customers
called “Plane Take Away” which is uploaded to your handheld or iPhone. This
new service allows L’Avion customers to access the reservation staff,
receive tips on where to go while in Paris or New York and view locations
of shops in each city. For more information on this service please go to
http://m.lavion.com/ and download the service free.
L’Avion is currently accepting reservations for the OpenSkies daily
service between Amsterdam’s Schiphol International Airport and New York’s
John F. Kennedy Airport. OpenSkies “PREM +” is the equivalent of L’Avion’s
business class (two rows of two seats separated by a wide central aisle,
power outlets at every seat and individual video players with an on demand
in-flight entertainment. For reservations and information please go to
http://www.lavion.com (6 weekly flights).
Marc Rochet, President and CEO of L’Avion said, “Our success in the
current economic conditions confirms that our innovative product still
remains attractive to customers and that the demand continues to grow as we
expand. Our partnership with OpenSkies, the new subsidiary company of
British Airways, allows us to develop our offer to our customers with a
broader range of services, amenities and choices between two airports in
New York.”
About L’Avion
L’Avion is the first French airline company that offers all business
class service to travelers. The aircraft models are Boeing 757-200
configured for all business class with 90 seats. L’Avion fares start at
$1366 including taxes between Paris-Orly and New York-Newark on a basis of
12 ways return ticket per week and 7 flights weekly between Paris Orly and
NYC Kennedy Operated by OpenSkies.
Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne to Boost Italian Defense and Disaster Prevention Satellite
October 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Pratt & Whitney
Rocketdyne, a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) company, will help
Italy further its national defense and disaster prevention by boosting a
radar satellite into space on Oct. 24. COSMO-SkyMed 3, a satellite with
both civilian and military applications, will be onboard a United Launch
Alliance Delta II rocket powered by a Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne RS-27A
engine. The rocket, launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base, will mark the
225th flight boosted by the RS-27 family of engines.
COSMO-SkyMed 3 (Constellation of Small Satellites for Mediterranean
Basin Observation) is the third of four identical satellites developed by
the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the Italian Defense Ministry. It will
help forecast floods and landslides, coordinate aid during fires and
earthquakes, and control and manage potential crises.
“Powering this flight in support of United Launch Alliance, ASI and the
Italian Defense Ministry is very rewarding, and we are honored to be part
of a mission that will help our international friends better prepare and
respond to disasters,” said Elizabeth Jones, RS-27 program manager, Pratt &
Whitney Rocketdyne.
The COSMO-SkyMed system is a constellation of four radar satellites
that will monitor and survey the entire planet for environmental,
strategic, scientific and commercial purposes. It will use high-resolution
radar that can observe Earth during night and day, under all weather
conditions. Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne powered the United Launch Alliance
launch of SkyMed 1 and 2 in June and December 2007, respectively.
Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, Inc., a part of Pratt & Whitney, is a
preferred provider of high-value propulsion, power, energy and innovative
system solutions used in a wide variety of government and commercial
applications, including the main engines for the space shuttle, Atlas and
Delta launch vehicles, missile defense systems and advanced hypersonic
engines.
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and
service of aircraft engines, space propulsion systems and industrial gas
turbines. United Technologies, based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified
company providing high technology products and services to the global
aerospace and building industries.
Sikorsky Aircraft Recognizes Aero Med Spectrum Health Hospitals
October 21, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — In a ceremony today at
the Air Medical Transport Conference, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. presented
Aero Med Spectrum Health with a model of an S-76(R) helicopter in
recognition of the company’s 15 years of transporting patients with
Sikorsky helicopters. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.
(NYSE: UTX).
Aero Med accepted delivery of its new S-76C++(TM) helicopter earlier
this year and is exhibiting the aircraft at the AMTC this week. It is the
third S-76 helicopter that Aero Med has operated in its long-term
relationship with Sikorsky Aircraft. In that time, Aero Med has
successfully flown more than 12,500 patients in Sikorsky helicopters. Aero
Med, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serves the western half of Michigan.
Aero Med developed a new interior design to fit its mission
requirements, said Dr. Ralph Rogers, Program Director for Aero Med. The
modified aircraft interior includes a custom Life Port litter system,
Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS), and the Health & Usage
Monitoring System (HUMS) to improve safety and reliability of operations.
“The S-76C++ was chosen not only for its single-pilot IFR performance,
but for the reliability and support that we receive from Sikorsky Aerospace
Services to keep these aircraft flying,” Rogers said. “Today, we celebrate
the success of our relationship with Sikorsky Aircraft, as it is a
testament to the good and valuable work being done by Aero Med in flying
Sikorsky helicopters.”
Sikorsky Vice President of Sales & Marketing Stephen B. Estill said:
“The Aero Med transport program is well renowned for its high clinical and
operational practices. Sikorsky is pleased to recognize the accomplishments
of the Aero Med team, and wishes it continued success in its new S-76C++
aircraft.”
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., USA, is a world
leader in helicopter design, manufacture and service. The company’s mission
statement reflects its long commitment to safety and innovation: “We
pioneer flight solutions that bring people home everywhere… every
time(TM).” 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.
US Airways Selects Goodrich for CFM-56 Engine Thrust Reverser Refurbishment
October 21, 2008
– Custom-Tailored Program Supports Airbus A320 Fleet
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 21, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Goodrich
Corporation (NYSE: GR) has signed a long-term agreement with US Airways to
provide a custom-tailored thrust reverser refurbishment program for the
airline’s CFM56-5B engines powering its Airbus A320 aircraft. Work will be
performed at Goodrich Aerostructures’ Alabama Service Center, a
maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility located in Foley, Ala.
The agreement, which runs through 2012, calls for Goodrich to refurbish
half of US Airways’ CFM56-5B engine thrust reversers on its A320 family
aircraft and provide initial exchange units to facilitate the maintenance
program.
The agreement is part of the Aerostructures team’s Prime Solutions(sm)
program, a nacelle maintenance management program that is customized to
meet each operator’s needs for spare parts, rotable assets, and repair and
overhaul services.
Stuart Kay, general manager at the Goodrich Alabama Service Center
said, “Through Goodrich’s Prime Solutions approach, we created a
custom-tailored support package to meet the specific aftermarket needs of
US Airways. By combining the depth of our original equipment manufacturing
experience with our industry-leading MRO expertise on the CFM-56 nacelle,
we can provide one of our longstanding customers with the best solution for
their repair needs.”
US Airways operates approximately 3,200 flights per day and serves more
than 200 communities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin
America. It operates a fleet of 358 aircraft, including more than 100 of
the A320 Family Aircraft powered by CFM56-5B engines.
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global
supplier of systems and services to the aerospace and defense industry.
Serving a global customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and
service facilities, Goodrich is one of the largest aerospace companies in
the world. 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.
NASA Returns to the Moon With Instruments on Indian Spacecraft
October 21, 2008
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Two NASA instruments to
map the lunar surface will launch on India’s maiden moon voyage. The Moon
Mineralogy Mapper will assess mineral resources, and the Miniature
Synthetic Aperture Radar, or Mini-SAR, will map the polar regions and look
for ice deposits. The Indian Space Research Organization, or ISRO, is
scheduled to launch its robotic Chandrayaan-1 on Oct. 22 from Sriharikota,
India.
Data from the two instruments will contribute to NASA’s increased
understanding of the lunar environment as it implements the nation’s space
exploration policy, which calls for robotic and human missions to the moon.
“The opportunity to fly NASA instruments on Chandrayaan-1 undoubtedly
will lead to important scientific discoveries,” NASA Administrator Michael
Griffin said. “This exciting collaboration represents an important next
step in what we hope to be a long and mutually beneficial relationship with
India in future civil space exploration.”
The Moon Mineralogy Mapper is a state-of-the-art imaging spectrometer
that will provide the first map of the entire lunar surface at high spatial
and spectral resolution, revealing the minerals that make up the moon’s
surface. Scientists will use this information to answer questions about the
moon’s origin and geological development, as well as the evolution of
terrestrial planets in the early solar system. The map also may be used by
astronauts to locate resources, possibly including water, that can support
exploration of the moon and beyond.
The Mini-SAR is a small imaging radar that will map the permanently
shadowed lunar polar regions, including large areas never visible from
Earth. The Mini-SAR data will be used to determine the location and
distribution of water ice deposits on the moon. Data from the instrument
will help scientists learn about the history and nature of objects hitting
the moon, and the processes that throw material from the outer solar system
into the inner planets.
The spacecraft also will carry four instruments and a small lunar
impactor provided by ISRO, and four instruments from Europe. ISRO will
launch the vehicle into a lunar polar orbit for a two-year mission.
In addition to the two science instruments, NASA will provide space
communications support to Chandrayaan-1. The primary location for the NASA
ground tracking station will be at the Johns Hopkins University Applied
Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Md.
BBA Aviation Names Ed Chevrestt To Lead Executive Beechcraft
October 20, 2008
(Kansas City, MO) BBA Aviation has announced the appointment of Ed Chevrestt as Vice President and General Manager for Executive Beechcraft.
Mr. Chevrestt joins Executive Beechcraft with more than 20 years of management experience in business and commercial aviation operations, most recently serving as general manager for American Airlines’ maintenance base at the Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
In his new capacity, Mr. Chevrestt will be responsible for the oversight of Executive Beechcraft’s full range of FBO services and aircraft sales, maintenance, charter and related support operations at the company’s facilities at Kansas City Downtown Airport (MKC), Kansas City International Airport (MCI); New Century Air Center (IXD); Spirit of St. Louis Airport (SUS).
“I am very pleased to welcome Ed to the BBA Aviation and Executive Beechcraft family,” said Bruce Van Allen, President of BBA Aviation Flight Support. “He has the experience, vision and enthusiasm to continue to grow Executive Beechcraft’s longstanding legacy of serving the business aviation community with the highest quality service.”
“The experience, values and strong commitment to customer service of the Executive Beechcraft employees are known and respected throughout the aviation community,” said Chevrestt. “I am proud and excited to be part of such a team and look forward to continuing to grow the company’s reputation for providing the highest quality service and support to business and general aviation customers.”
Embraer?s E-Jets Surpass Two Million Flight Hours
October 20, 2008
Commercial jet family has over 450 aircraft in operation
São José dos Campos, October 20, 2008 – The EMBRAER 170/190 family of E-Jets in
operation, worldwide, recently surpassed the significant mark of 2 million flight hours. The fleet
of aircraft and the customer base continue to grow rapidly, and now total over 450 jets flying for
50 airlines in more than 30 countries.
With a diversified customer base, formed by airlines having business models that vary
from regional and flag carriers to low-cost companies, the E-Jets perform at high
punctuality rates (in excess of 99.1%), excellent comfort, low fuel consumption, and
reduced operating costs.
The family’s four jets – EMBRAER 170,
EMBRAER 175, EMBRAER 190, and
EMBRAER 195 – now operate on all continents.
They have achieved an exceptionally low rate of
flight cancellations arising from technical problems
(under 0.2%, that is, less than two flights cancelled
for every 1,000 made), due to their robust design,
the Company’s solid after-sale support, and the
dedication of mechanics and engineers.
“The rapid expansion of the fleet of E-Jets, both in
geographical terms and in the diversity of airlines
that are already operating with this modern jet
family, is based on the enormous flexibility that
these aircraft offer. Since they entered operation,
the E-Jets have been an important tool for
increasing the efficiency of the airlines, and for air
transportation that provides superior comfort to
passengers,” said Mauro Kern, Embraer Executive
Vice President, Airline Market.
Since last July, 30 E-Jets sales have been announced to customers in Austria (NIKI), China
(Kun Peng), Mexico (Aeroméxico), Mozambique (LAM), Saudi Arabia (NAS Aviation), and
the Republic of Montenegro (Montenegro Airlines). The order book for the EMBRAER
170/190 family of E-Jets closed out the third quarter of 2008 with 865 firm orders and 813 options. During that period, the list of operators welcomed three new airlines: Kun Peng,
China; TACA, El Salvador; and Virgin Nigeria.
About the EMBRAER 170/190 Family of E-Jets
The EMBRAER 170/190 family of E-Jets consists of four commercial jets with 70 to 122
seats, featuring an advanced engineering design that offers outstanding performance, great
operating savings, and a spacious cabin for passengers.
The E-Jets have at a maximum cruising speed of Mach 0.82 and at 41,000 feet (12,500
meters), and a range of 2,400 nautical miles (4,400 km). The high degree of commonality
among the four aircraft results in exceptional cost reductions, in terms of crew training,
maintenance, and spare parts. Another key feature of the E-Jets is the fly-by-wire
technology used in the flight control systems, similar to that deployed on larger commercial
jets and advanced military aircraft.
The EMBRAER 170/190 family provides superior comfort with its double-bubble fuselage
design that includes two main passenger entrances and two service doors that minimize
aircraft turn-around time. The E-Jets offer much more space for passengers than other
aircraft with equivalent seating capacities.
Pratt & Whitney Celebrates Belgium Engine Center Grand Opening
October 20, 2008
LIEGE, Belgium, Oct. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Pratt & Whitney
celebrated the grand opening of Belgium Engine Center, a military
maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility, Friday in Liege, Belgium.
The event was attended by more than 200 dignitaries, visitors and
employees. Pratt & Whitney is a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX)
company.
“With this new state-of-the-art facility, we are able to provide
customers in Europe with the highest quality engine services and technical
support,” said Tom Farmer, president, Pratt & Whitney Military Engines. “We
value and respect the relationships Belgium Engine Center employees have
built with their customers, and we look forward to building on their legacy
of world-class service and customer support.”
Pratt & Whitney acquired the Belgium Engine Center, formerly Techspace
Aero, in July 2008. The new Pratt & Whitney Belgium Engine Center occupies
a new state of the art facility that opened in January 2008 and offers
complete MRO services for the F100-PW-100, -200, -220, and -220E engines,
as well as key components of the -229 engine.
“I am extremely excited about the future of the Belgium Engine Center,”
said Thierry Chantraine, general manager, Pratt & Whitney Belgium Engine
Center. “The knowledge and established credibility of the Belgium Engine
Center employees combined with the technical expertise of Pratt & Whitney
will ensure we provide our customers with the absolute highest level of
quality and service.”
Pratt & Whitney military engines include the F100 family that powers
the F-15 and F-16, the F119 for the F-22 Raptor, the F135 for the F-35
Lightning II, the F117 for the C-17 Globemaster III, the J52 for the EA-6B
Prowler, the TF33 powering AWACS/Joint STARS/B-52/KC-135 aircraft, and TF30
for the F-111. In addition, Pratt & Whitney offers a global network of
maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and military aftermarket services
(MAS) focused on maintaining engine readiness for our customers.
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