DAVE CRADDOCK SETS WORLD RECORD IN MOONEY ACCLAIM TYPE S
February 20, 2009
February 20, 2009, Kerrville, Texas— The first production Mooney Acclaim Type S, owned and piloted by Dr. Dave Craddock, was flown to set a world speed record on a trip from Minneapolis, Minnesota to New Orleans, Louisiana. Flying at an average speed of 333 knots with a max ground speed of 357 knots, Dr. Craddock traveled 904 nautical miles in 2 hours and 43 minutes.
The record flight, submitted to the National Aeronautics Association (NAA) for review and certification in the C-1.c category, spanned the entire length of the Mississippi River. To accomplish the world-record speed over a recognized course, Dave departed Crystal Airport outside of Minneapolis, did a running start over MSP at 25,000 feet and a running stop over New Orleans descending through 11,400 feet.
“I had been watching the weather for several days via the internet and realized that I could set a blistering record,” Dave said. “I love flying my Mooney Acclaim Type S at 25,000 feet, and I look for opportunities to do so.”
Nicknamed the Batmobile, the Acclaim Type S is the third new Mooney for Dave Craddock, a dentist from Kewanee, Illinois. As Vice-President of the Flying Dentists Association, Dave used the Acclaim to make meetings in Minneapolis and New Orleans on January 31st along with setting the speed record. “Gone from home only 24 hours, I missed no clinic time, “Dave noted. “I could have never, ever done that trip commercially.”
About Mooney Airplane Company
Mooney Airplane Company, located in Kerrville, Texas, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mooney Aerospace Group, Ltd., a general aviation holding company. It currently sells three models of the M20—the Acclaim Type S, the Ovation3 and the Ovation2 GX. Since its inception in 1946, the company has manufactured and delivered more than 11,700 aircraft worldwide. Today, 7,000 customers in the United States and 1,000 more overseas fly these proven, high-performance airplanes.
Segment of Ares I-X Test Rocket Arrives at Kennedy
February 20, 2009
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NEW Canadian Air & Space Museum “Takes Flight”
February 20, 2009
on the 50th Anniversary of the Avro Arrow Cancellation and celebrates 100 years of powered flight in Canada
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Feb. 20, 2009) – Lieutenant Governor Attends Official Launch of Museum
Hollywood icon Harrison Ford voices his support as revitalization and expansion plans unveiled
Today, the New Canadian Air and Space Museum (formerly the Toronto Aerospace Museum) unveiled a $2 million capital campaign and shared its plans for an exciting revitalization and expansion project that will showcase Canadian aerospace leadership and innovation, create a new home for the only full-scale replica of the legendary Avro Arrow, as well as establish new galleries and classrooms for experiential learning.
“Every day, we celebrate Canadian aviation and space leadership and innovation, as people get a first-hand look at our marvellous, Canadian, historical collection,” said Wayne Barrett, Chair of the Board of Directors, Canada Air and Space Museum. “But, as you can see, we have a very confined facility. So I’m delighted to be announcing our revitalization and expansion project and ushering in a new era in the Museum’s development, in conjunction with this proud year of the Canadian Centennial of Powered Flight.”
The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, attended the official launch. His Honour was joined by representatives from Air Canada, the Ontario Aerospace Council, Bombardier, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Messier-Dowty, the Royal Canadian Mint, Canadian Owners and Pilots Association, Downsview Park, and Canada’s Air Force. City councillor Maria Augimeri, representing Mayor David Miller, proclaimed today ‘Aerospace Day” in Toronto and encouraged everyone to participate in Canadian Centennial of Flight celebrations and support the museum.
“This launch celebrates the many achievements of the Canadian aerospace industry,” said Lieutenant-Governor Onley. “I am pleased to be present for this new chapter in the museum’s development and to see it supported so enthusiastically by the aerospace, airline and space industries, as well as the military and other proud Canadian supporters.”
Actor Harrison Ford, an avid pilot and proud owner of a de Havilland of Canada DHC-2 Beaver (the world’s first successful short takeoff & landing airplane), sent a congratulatory message by video.
“Congratulations on your Centennial of Flight Celebration and the launch of the Canadian Air and Space Museum’s revitalization and expansion project,” said Ford. “I’m glad to see that the birthplace of the de Havilland Beaver is being preserved, along with a century’s worth of stories and other great aviation achievements. I wish you all the best with raising funds to create such a world-class facility and urge everyone to donate to the Canadian Air and Space Museum.”
To honour the occasion, the Royal Canadian Mint presented the museum with a Centennial of Flight Commemorative Coin that salutes the Feb. 23rd, 1909, maiden flight of the Silver Dart, Canada’s first successful flying machine.
“It’s remarkable that the origins of the world’s fourth-largest aerospace industry began on the frozen surface of a lake in Nova Scotia,” said Rod Jones, Executive Director, Ontario Aerospace Council, representing the Ontario aerospace industry. “It’s important that Canadians have access to a facility that showcases our remarkable achievements and history and makes Canadians aware of the contribution that the Canadian Aerospace Industry has made to their well-being, to their families and to that of their communities. Proudly, our story continues to unfold, thanks to 75,000 aerospace industry professionals, whose work and innovation generates $21 billion for the Canadian economy.”
Remembering and celebrating the Avro Arrow
In 1988 on the 30th anniversary of this historic aircraft’s first rollout, a challenge was issued to Canadians to build a full-scale replica of the Avro Arrow. Canadian Air and Space Museum CEO,and former Avro employee, Claude Sherwood was one of the dedicated volunteers who took up the challenge and lead the construction of the world’s only full-scale, museum quality, replica of the Avro Arrow.
“When people come to the museum, they are struck by the size of the Avro Arrow,” said Barrett. “There’s nothing like being able to see examples of Canadian accomplishments, whether it’s a seeing the full-scale replica of the Avro Arrow, looking at an actual Tiger moth or seeing the restoration of a Lancaster Bomber.”
Making history come to life is a key focus at The Canadian Air and Space Museum. Students from more than 2,000 area schools regularly participate in hands-on group tours that are tailored to teacher’s needs and integrate with school curriculum.
“We place a high priority on creating experiential learning opportunities that engage youth, in the hope of inspiring them to be the next generation of aerospace innovators and inventors,” added John Harper, Director of Education, Canada Air and Space Museum.
Canadian Air & Space Museum’s vision unveiled
In the museum’s current form, the Avro Arrow is without a proper home. The revitalization and expansion project will create a place for the Avro Arrow replica in the Avro Canada Gallery. The City of Toronto’s Lancaster Mark X Bomber will find a home in the Aviation of Defence Gallery, where visitors can observe the restoration of this historic aircraft.
Future plans include a classroom area known as the Science and Adventure of Flight Wing, an upper and lower Space and Discover Gallery that is dedicated to Canadian achievements in space and features a Space and Discovery Theatre and Planetarium, a workshop for “hands-on” experiences, a state-of-the art theatre, a Gallery devoted to telling the history of de Havilland Canada, an area where Restoration and Fabric Demonstration projects can be viewed by visitors, a Civil Aviation and Transport Gallery that will showcase Canada’s accomplishments in the commercial airline industry, a Gallery where Toronto’s illustrious aviation history will be showcased, as well as the restoration and recreation of the original de Havilland Canada Office Gallery. Outside visitors can marvel at the Bombardier Commercial Airline Gallery.
Fly Pass and Opening Toronto Stock Exchange on Monday
Following today’s announcement, approximately 25 aircraft from several Ontario flying clubs departed from Downsview Park and flew around the CN Tower to celebrate the day’s events. The last aircraft towed a banner inviting people to visit the new Canadian Air and Space Museum’s web site.
On Monday, Feb. 23rd, Canadian Air & Space Museum Chair of the Board of Directors, Wayne Barrett will open the market at the Toronto Stock Exchange to mark Canada’s Centennial of Powered Flight.
The museum also is working with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) to design an exhibit that showcases the museum, inside Terminal 1, at Lester B. Pearson International Airport.
About the Canadian Air & Space Museum
Once the home of de Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd, the Canadian Air and Space Museum (formerly the Toronto Aerospace Museum) is located in the oldest-surviving aircraft factory building in Canada, and is one of Canada’s oldest and best-preserved aerospace heritage buildings. It is also the birthplace of the leading Canadian space technology company, best known as SPAR. The New Canadian Air & Space Museum is dedicated to telling the distinctly Canadian stories of aviation, space history and innovation.
Now in its 10th year, the volunteer-driven organization features the only full-size replica of the magnificent Avro Arrow. For information on tickets, directions and museum hours, call 416-638-6078 or visit www.casmuseum.org.
Aviall Signs Exclusive Wheel and Brake Repair, Overhaul Services Contract with Flight Options
February 20, 2009
DALLAS, Feb. 20 /PRNewswire/ — Aviall Services, Inc., a unit of Aviall, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, announced today that its Product Repair Services division has entered into a long-term agreement with Flight Options, LLC., a leading provider of safe and reliable private jet travel services, to be the exclusive provider of wheel and brake overhaul and repair services, and manage their wheel and brake supply chain requirements.
Aviall will support the Cleveland, Ohio based Flight Options fleet utilizing their network of wheel and brake repair stations. Aviall’s repair stations in Chicago, Illinois; Crown Point (SISU Services), Indiana; Parsippany, New Jersey; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Dallas, Texas; and Van Nuys, California are strategically located to support corporate fleets when they are in their primary domicile and when they are supporting their customers away from home. Aviall maintains a vast inventory of the OEM wheel and brake components required to support customer property overhauls and necessary repairs, an existing pool of overhauled exchange brakes and will invest in an additional spares package in support of the Flight Options fleet.
“Our common goals for exemplary customer service, the use of technology based maintenance solutions and a high quality maintenance program make this an exciting partnership,” said Dan Komnenovich, President and COO of Aviall Services. “We know that Flight Options’ commitment to their customers’ satisfaction is their primary mission, and I am confident that the solution that Aviall provides incorporates the flexibility needed to successfully support them as their customers’ flight requirements grow.”
Flight Options marked its 10th Anniversary in 2008 and offers the complete spectrum of programs including fractional ownership, leasing, aircraft management and JetPASS Memberships. Flight Options fleet of over 100 aircraft consists of the Hawker 400XP, Hawker 800XP, Citation X and Embraer Legacy. Arriving in late 2009, Flight Options will take delivery of the new Phenom 300.
Embraer is betting on the Latin American market
February 19, 2009
According to an article in America Economia. Brazil’s aircraft manufacturer, Embraer, is betting on Latin American aviation for its future growth in the world market. It bases its optimism on the expansion of regional airlines like Azul, Trip and Aeromexico Connect. Corporations from different sectors of the economy are showing their interest in investing and focusing their operations in Latin Americas, basing their interest in the potential growth of the economies in the region and its resistance to the global economic crisis. Luiz Hamilton Lima, who has been appointed vice president for Latin America by Embraer said: “We anticipate that Latin America will be one of the most dynamic markets for Embraer”. Latin America is responsible for merely 8.3% of the revenues for the manufacturer, but it is forecasting sales of 450 aircraft with 90-120 seats by 2028. 230 will be sold between 2009 and 2018. The manufacturer has orders worth $20.9 billion with 270 deliveries in 2009. Definitely with less than 10% of the 500 million people living in Latin America using air transportation, the potential for stimulating the market with low fares is significant. And its not just LCCs (as mentioned above) but legacy airlines like Copa among others. Low fares being offered by legacy airlines like LAN in its domestic markets in Chile, Argentina and Peru are also stimulating the market.
Peru and South Korea to sign a Fee Trade Agreement in November
February 19, 2009
The two countries have begun negotiations to sign the FTA during the APEC forum to be held in Singapore next November. Peru’s minister of Commerce and Tourism, Mercedes Araoz, announced this week that negotiations for the FTA will begin in March.
Mexicana launches A330-200 nonstop service to Madrid
February 19, 2009
The new daily flights began over the weekend. Isaac Volin, Director of Corporate marketing, announced that the service is expected to grow its market by 8% and to achieve a market share of 17% to 20% with load factors of 70% or better.
LAN has been selected as the best airline by business travelers in the region
February 19, 2009
According to a survey by America Economia among 1,422 executives in Latin America, the “model airline” had the best score with 38%. The survey included on time performance; executive class seating and service; the best in flight menu’s and wine lists.
Colombia expects FDI in 2009 to exceed $10 billion
February 19, 2009
Colombia’s minister of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, Luis Guillermo Plata, announced to the media in Bogota that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) will exceed the 2008 record of $9.7 billion in 2009; the objective for 2012 being $12.5 billion. He also insisted that Colombia has not and will not be impacted by the global economic crisis and plans to insist on signing the FTA with the United States in the near future.
Mexican air traffic in 2008 grew 2% over the last year
February 19, 2009
According to the Civil Aviation Authority, air travel in Mexico continued to grow in 2008 in spite of higher fares due to oil prices. A total of 35.5 million passengers traveled by air in 2008. Mexicana was the leader with 11.5 million passengers, followed by Aeromexico with 10.9 million.
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