AeroSur to launch nonstop Miami-Cochabamba, Bolivia service
March 16, 2009
The Bolivian airline is to begin once weekly nonstop B767-200 service between Cochabamba in Bolivia and Miami on April 5. The airline plans to increase the frequency to five-times weekly in the near future.
JetBlue to expand Boston-Caribbean service
March 16, 2009
Beginning June 19, pending Dominican Republic government approval, the carrier will offer three-time weekly service between Boston and Santo Domingo using 150-seat A320 aircraft.
Mexicana’s new regional jet carrier launched
March 16, 2009
The new carrier, named MexicanaLink, will begin service on March 16 with four-time daily flights from Guadalajara to Monterrey and Puerto Vallarta. Service will be on two recently acquired Bombardier CRJ-200s and the plan is to operate a fleet of 13 50-seat jets by the end of 2009. Beginning on April 1 the carrier will add twice-daily service from Guadalajara to Puebla and Veracruz.
Andean countries reach record commerce level
March 16, 2009
The countries which form the Andean Community (CAN); Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, had a record year in commerce during 2008, with a growth of 22% reaching $7 billion compared to $5.8 billion in 2007. Colombia and Ecuador recorded exports totaling $2.7 billion for a growth of 26%. Peruvian exports within the region reached $2.6 billion for a 28% growth, with Bolivia reaching $464 million, up 18% over the previous year. CAN also reported that exports to third countries outside the Andean Community grew 22% to $85.9 billion.
Pluna to establish presence in Asuncion
March 16, 2009
Matias Campiani, CEO of the “born again” Uruguayan national carrier, stated last week; “We want to be an airline in constant growth and expansion, we do not plan to remain with a fleet of seven aircraft serving the existing markets. We are considering
establishing a Paraguayan affiliate with a hub in Asuncion to provide service to other points in the region.” He also pointed out that Paraguay and Uruguay have an Open Skies agreement which means that Pluna could base aircraft in Asuncion to operate domestic markets as well as direct service from Asuncion to Santa Cruz, Bolivia and Santiago, Chile.
Intel betting on the crisis
March 16, 2009
Is the headline in last week’s America Economia which discusses the US manufacturer of micro processors positive outlook of its business in Latin America. In an interview, Jesus Maximoff, general director for Latin America stated “For the industry it is difficult to read the future, but for us the crisis is not a fear factor, rather the need for computers is more important than ever”. He announced that Intel will invest $7 billion focusing on expanding the use of computers to reach one billion more customers; to bet on markets which are next to PC’s like internet and television on line as well as education and health. Maximoff also stated that while it is important for governments in Latin America to invest in infrastructure in order to create jobs, it is important to strengthen information. “It’s competition which helps to develop and improve the society”. While he did not mention specific numbers in Latin America, he affirmed that the company had an excellent year in the region in 2008. According to consultant IDC, in the third quarter of 2008 the market for PC’s grew 25% over the same quarter in 2007. Finally Maximoff stated that perspectives for the future in Latin America are extremely positive. He expects Brazil to be the third world market in terms of PC’, with Mexico being 10th.
He also stated: “Latin America could be out of the crisis before other countries” as he emphasized the importance of the region for his company.
DuPont Completes Global Expansion of Nomex(R) Capacity
March 16, 2009
Additional Flame-Resistant Fiber Capacity Supports Critical Markets for Energy, Aircraft and Personal Protection
WILMINGTON, Del., March 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — DuPont (NYSE: DD) has completed a planned expansion for DuPont(TM) Nomex(R) with the successful startup of a previously announced new production unit at its Asturias, Spain, facility. This expansion is the final step in a three-phase plan to increase worldwide capacity for Nomex(R) that includes production at Richmond, Va., and at a DuPont joint venture in Japan.
The new capacity is part of a recent investment totaling more than $100 million to increase capacity for Nomex(R) ingredients, fiber and paper to support global demand across multiple market segments, including aircraft, military, firefighters and critical first responders.
“These investments demonstrate DuPont’s commitment to customers and to protecting lives. It is our intent to continue to be a leader in high-performance fibers and papers well into the future,” said Thomas G. Powell, vice president and general manager — DuPont Advanced Fiber Systems. “In addition to the critical gear that protects people, demand for Nomex(R) has sharply increased in industrial applications, such as lightweighting for aircraft, reducing energy use in motors and generators, and improving efficiency in transformers used for wind power.”
DuPont(TM) Nomex(R) is an inherently flame-resistant, high-temperature fiber that will not melt, drip or support combustion in air. It provides outstanding resistance to a broad range of chemicals, delivering protection against a variety of threats. More than 3 million firefighters around the world are protected by gear and accessories made of Nomex(R), while it also is used in apparel worn by military pilots and combat vehicle crews; auto racing drivers, their pit crews and race track officials; and industrial workers at risk from flash fires and electric arc hazards. Members of the military wear apparel made with Nomex(R) to protect them from burns caused by roadside bombs, one of the greatest threats to combat troops in recent years.
Nomex(R) paper has provided high-performance electrical insulation for motors, transformers and generators for more than three decades. Nomex(R) paper provides reliable insulation in consumer appliances and industrial equipment and provides lightweight structural support in transportation equipment such as high-speed trains and throughout the body of most commercial aircraft.
New applications for Nomex(R) include:
- Wind power — Expanded Nomex(R) applications in motors, generators, and transformers providing energy-efficient solutions for the growing use of wind power;
- ChemBio garments — Thermal protection for front-line defenders facing chemical and biological threats;
- DuPont Tychem ThermoPro — A single garment that combines flash fire and chemical protection;
- Hot gas filtration — Nomex(R) also is used in hot gas filtration operations, helping to reduce manufacturing emissions.
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries and regions, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.
The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont, The miracles of science, Nomex(R) and Tychem are registered trademarks or trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates.
Hamilton Sundstrand Equipment Playing Key Role in STS-119 Mission
March 16, 2009
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn., March 16 /PRNewswire/ — Hamilton Sundstrand equipment is playing a key role in NASA’s STS-119 mission to the International Space Station. Hamilton Sundstrand is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
During the 14-day mission, the Hamilton Sundstrand spacesuit will support three spacewalks (EVAs) to install the final set of solar array wings and truss element needed to complete the International Space Station’s electricity generating system. The Hamilton Sundstrand spacesuit will also facilitate other EVA tasks supporting International Space Station maintenance.
“Since the beginning of the Apollo era, Hamilton Sundstrand has been proud to contribute to our nation’s space exploration program,” said Allen Flynt, general manager, Space Systems, Hamilton Sundstrand Energy, Space & Defense. “Our employees work extremely hard to meet and exceed all mission requirements.”
Through its One EVA program, Hamilton Sundstrand will provide mission support for its spacesuit, in addition to the tools and ancillary hardware needed to accomplish the mission’s EVAs. The One EVA program is a team of five companies, led by Hamilton Sundstrand, providing NASA a common business approach for all EVA-related equipment and tools.
Using the International Space Station’s robotic arm, the STS-119 crew will install the solar panel arrays to complete the station’s solar electricity capabilities. The entire set of arrays will generate approximately 80 kilowatts of electricity, which is enough to power 30 average-sized homes. The arrays are part of a larger electrical distribution system designed and built by Hamilton Sundstrand’s Rocketdyne business.
STS-119 is the 125th shuttle flight and 28th mission to the International Space station.
Hamilton Sundstrand, a partner in America’s space program since its inception, provides a number of power and environmental control systems for the International Space Station, space shuttle and the Orion crew exploration vehicle now under development. Hamilton Sundstrand has been the prime contractor to NASA for the space suit since the shuttle era began in 1981.
With 2008 revenues of $6.2 billion, Hamilton Sundstrand employs approximately 18,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Windsor Locks, Conn. Among the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and industrial products, the company designs, manufactures and services aerospace systems and provides integrated system solutions for commercial, regional, corporate and military aircraft. It also is a major supplier for international space programs.
United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the building and aerospace industries worldwide.
PAG Named as Exclusive Distributor for Ahlers Aerospace Aftermarket Products
March 16, 2009
ATLANTA, March 16 /PRNewswire/ — Atlanta-based Precision Aviation Group (PAG), exclusive provider of ISMRO(R) (Inventory Supported Maintenance Repair & Overhaul), has entered an agreement to be the “exclusive” aftermarket distributor for Ahlers Aerospace, Inc., one of the most reliable manufacturers of OEM and conversion instruments and components in the aerospace industry.
With this agreement, all four PAG companies, Precision Heliparts (PHP), Precision Avionics & Instruments (PAI), Precision Heliparts-Canada, (PHP-C), and Precision Accessories & Instruments (PAI-C), have added Ahlers’ aftermarket products to its growing list of products and services in support of rotor and fixed-wing operations.
“I have worked with PAG for the last 10 years, and they do what they say they are going to do. Their sales and marketing staff are second to none, and that is why we selected them as our ‘exclusive’ aftermarket distributor,” said Ahlers Aerospace CEO Larry Ahlers.
“We have been selling Ahlers’ PMA’d instruments and electronic components since 2001 and we have the highest regard for their products,” said PAG Managing Director Scott James. “They offer the rare combination of superior quality and great pricing for an unbeatable value. Ahlers Aerospace is the fastest growing brand in aircraft and helicopter instrumentation.”
About Ahlers Aerospace – Dallas, TX-based Ahlers Aerospace is an industry leader in the manufacturing of high quality OEM products including signal generation devices, fuel indicators, electrical indicators, pressure indicators, RPM indicators, multi-function indicators, electronic black boxes, lighting and solid state switches. Since 1997, aircraft instruments and components manufactured by Ahlers Aerospace, Inc. have amassed a record that is the best for quality and reliability.
About Precision Aviation Group PAG is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aerospace and defense industry. With sales/service facilities in the United States and Canada, PAG uses its distinct business units and customer focused business model to serve aviation customers through two business functions – Aviation Supply Chain and its trademarked Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul – (ISMRO).
PAG provides parts and MRO services for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft through Precision Heliparts (PHP www.heliparts.com) and Precision Avionics & Instruments (PAI www.precisionavionics.com) in Atlanta, GA and Precision Heliparts – Canada (PHP-C www.heliparts.ca) and Precision Accessories & Instruments (PAI-C www.paicanada.ca) in Vancouver, BC. PAG has MRO capability on 8,000 different products, including accessories, avionics, instruments and starter generators.
SOURCE Precision Aviation Group
STS-119 Launches on Mission to Ready Station for Larger Crew
March 16, 2009
| United Space Alliance unveiled its new corporate logo this week at the National Space Symposium in Colorado Springs. The new logo features a crescent and star inside the “A”, signifying new horizons for the company and its customers, and the human ingenuity and innovation that will be required to reach those new horizons. (PRNewsFoto/United Space Alliance)
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO UNITED STATES KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla., March 15 /PRNewswire/ — Space Shuttle Discovery lifted off today on a mission to deliver the International Space Station’s (ISS) final set of solar array wings that will help fully power science experiments and support an expanded crew of six. In addition to supporting the ISS with the delivery and installation of the Starboard 6 truss segment, Discovery is carrying technologies that will enhance the hardware, systems and operations of the next generation of exploration vehicles. The mission is hosting two detailed test objectives (DTOs), or experiments, geared at gaining data to improve the next generation Constellation vehicles, and United Space Alliance played an important role in the development and implementation of both. The Crew Seat DTO will measure the linear and vibrational acceleration of Shuttle flight deck seat three and mid-deck seats five and seven. Each seat will have three accelerometers placed on the seat pan, the backrest, and the headrest. Acceleration and g-loading data from this DTO will be used in conjunction with human factors data to determine the minimum readable font size during launch for the display formats on the next crew vehicle, Orion. The Boundary Layer Transition DTO is designed to demonstrate that a protuberance on a BRI-18 thermal protection system tile is safe to fly. Sensors on the tile, information from a long-range infrared camera and data collected by onboard instruments will help engineers evaluate the disruption of supersonic air across the BRI-18 tile, which is currently being considered for use on Orion. “This mission exemplifies that the Shuttle is a reliable and versatile vehicle that has served and continues to serve our human space exploration needs well,” said Mark Nappi, USA Vice President Launch & Recovery Systems and Florida Site Executive. “Its unique capabilities are being used as a test bed for experiments that directly impact the future of space flight.” Since its first operational mission, STS-5, the Shuttle has hosted an array of tests and demonstrations that have enabled advancements in various fields including large scale assembly operations and multi-disciplinary sciences. Large scale assembly operations on previous missions paved the way for current ISS construction work. The EASE/ACCESS test on STS-61B challenged astronauts to construct the first large structures in space. Crew members assembled small components to form larger structures, similar to what is done today in Station assembly. Science conducted on previous missions demonstrated the ability of the Shuttle to support progressive research over long periods of time. STS-9 was the first flight of the Spacelab system that was designed for on-orbit scientific research in fields ranging from astronomy and meteorology to life science experiments that shed light on how the human body responds to microgravity. This and subsequent Spacelab missions established research protocols and methodologies for long-duration space flight. “Throughout its history, the Shuttle has served as a proving ground for establishing a productive and permanent human presence in space,” said Nappi. “Its dynamic capabilities have resulted in continuing safety and performance improvements for the current system, as well as a wealth of knowledge that benefits future human space flight endeavors.” About United Space Alliance: United Space Alliance is a world leader in space operations with extensive experience in all aspects of the field. Headquartered in Houston, USA has 10,000 employees working in Texas, Florida and Alabama. Currently, USA is applying its broad range of capabilities to NASA’s Space Shuttle, International Space Station and Constellation programs as well as to space operations customers in the commercial and international space industry sectors. |
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