Cessna Announces Order from Turkey for 46 Turbo Skylane Aircraft
June 16, 2009
WICHITA, Kan., June 16, 2009 Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced an agreement with the Turkish SSM (Undersecretariat for Defence Industries of the Ministry of National Defence) for 46 new 182 Turbo Skylane single-engine piston aircraft.
The aircraft will be used by the Turkish Land Forces (TLF) and will replace the existing fleet of Cessna T41 aircraft in operation for some 30 years. The T41 is a military aircraft designation for a variant of the Cessna 172 Skyhawk.
“The new Turbo Skylanes equipped with the latest Garmin G1000 avionics, terrain and traffic awareness systems and Amsafe airbags will improve the TLF’s operational capabilities, mission flexibility and safety while retaining the robust reliability and simple, low-cost maintenance for which Cessna is renowned,” said Bob Gibbs, Cessna’s director of International Sales.
The Turbo Skylane is an all-metal, single-engine piston, high-wing monoplane with a four-person seating capacity including a crew of one or two. It is powered by a Textron Lycoming TIO-540-AK1A engine and is fitted with the Garmin G1000 avionics package that includes the recently certified Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT). The Turbo Skylane travels as fast as 176 knots (202 miles per hour) with a range of 971 nautical miles.
Spanish carrier Air Nostrum places order for 10 ATR 72-600s plus options for 10 additional aircraft
June 16, 2009
ATR and the Spanish carrier Air Nostrum today inked a contract for the purchase of 10 ATR 72-600s, plus options for 10 additional aircraft. The deal, announced on the occasion of the Paris Air Show, is worth some US $ 425 million, including options.
The new ATR 72-600 fleet will allow Air Nostrum to improve its efficiency with larger capacity aircraft featuring the latest technological enhancements and the lowest seat-mile costs in regional aviation. The aircraft will also have the new cabin interior features of the ATR 600s, with improved lightweight, enhanced comfort seats and enlarged overhead bins. The delivery of these 70-seat configured aircraft will start in 2011.
Carlos Bertomeu, Chief Executive Officer of Air Nostrum, stated: “Thanks to the clear advantages of the ATR 72-600 aircraft, mainly in terms of low operating costs, we will be able to maintain our leading position in the Spanish regional market. Our new fleet of ATRs, which is well adapted for our new competitive environment, will also allow us to further improve our cost structure and strengthen our business case while offering the best value to our customers.”
Stéphane Mayer, ATR Chief Executive Officer, declared: “We are really delighted to receive this vote of confidence from a very important customer in Europe. Air Nostrum has operated 5 ATR 72-500s for nearly ten years and this order represents a strong validation of our success together. The ATR aircraft are perfectly adapted to respond the regional transportation needs, as further proven by our continually growing list of 140 operators worldwide.” He concluded: “It is an honor to further develop our partnership with one of the most well-reputed and respected European carriers, many times awarded by the European Regional Association.”
Since the beginning of the programme, ATR has sold 998 aircraft (424 ATR 42s and 574 ATR 72s).
Carlos Bertomeu, Chief Executive Officer of Air Nostrum and Stéphane Mayer, ATR Chief Executive Officier
Technometra and Messier-Dowty sign contract on landing gears
June 16, 2009
Technometra, member of Aero Vodochody group, will deliver Airbus A320 landing gear subassemblies for Messier-Dowty
Le Bourget, June 16, 2009: Technometra Radotín, a member of Aero Vodochody group and traditional producer of landing gears and aerostructures, has signed a contract on deliveries of the main gear subassemblies for the Airbus A320 aircraft with one of the world-largest landing gear producers – Messier-Dowty, member of the SAFRAN Group. Technometra’s mother company Aero Vodochody is the largest aerospace manufacturer in the Czech Republic.
“The contract signed with Messier-Dowty represents a great step forward for our company as well as great reference for our future customers. Technometra has been producing landing gears since the 1930s with more than 10,000 units delivered, and we are very pleased to start cooperation with one of the world’s leaders in this segment,” said Erik Zajic, CEO of Technometra.
The contract includes deliveries of side stays and actuators and is signed for a period of five years with the option of extension, representing several tens of millions US Dollars. The transfer of production has already started right after the contract signature and first deliveries are planned for the third quarter of 2009.
“We are glad that despite the unfavorable economic situation on the world markets we can congratulate Technometra on a new significant contract. Technometra has a unique experience in landing gears and the modernization and investment introduced into the company’s operations in the last two years demonstrate its long-term commitment and contribution to the world’s aerostructures market,” said Igor Hulak, President of Aero Vodochody, shareholder of Technometra.
In 2008, Technometra year-on-year increased its revenue by 50% and in following two years, this growth rate is planned to increase, among other factors thanks to the contract with Messier-Dowty, recently signed contracts with American companies Epic and Cirrus, and other new projects.
Technometra Radotín a.s., based in Prague, Czech Republic, is a traditional producer of landing gears, control blocks, hydraulic units, actuators and other assemblies for aircraft and helicopters. The Company has had extensive experience in development and production of landing gears since 1930s, having produced more than 10,000 units. Technometra currently employs more than 120 employees. 100% of the shares of Technometra are held by Aero Vodochody, the largest aerospace producer in the Czech Republic. www.aero.cz
Messier-Dowty, a SAFRAN Group company, is the world leader in the design, development, manufacture and support of landing gear systems. Messier-Dowty landing gears are in service on more than 19,500 aircraft making over 35,000 landings every day. The company supplies 33 airframe manufacturers and supports 2,000 operators of large commercial aircraft, regional and business aircraft, military aircraft and helicopters. Find more on www.messier-dowty.com
AERO Vodochody a.s. is the largest aerospace manufacturer in the Czech Republic, mainly focusing on cooperation with leading aerospace manufacturers in international aerostructures projects – Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (S-76C helicopter), Alenia Aeronautica (C-27J Spartan center wing box), Latecoere (Embraer 170/190 subassemblies), Saab (JAS-39 Gripen pylons), Spirit Aerosystems (B767 fixed leading edge kits), EADS (A320/340 subassemblies), etc. The Military Program of Aero is a long-term partner to several air forces, particularly the Czech Air Force. This year, Aero celebrates 90 years since its foundation and thus ranks among the oldest aerospace manufacturers in the world. To the AERO Group also belong Technometra Radotin (Czech Republic), landing gears manufacturer, and Rotortech Aero Composites (UK), manufacturer of composites, and Vodochody Airport. www.aero.cz
Aero Vodochody reached record profit in 2008
June 16, 2009
Le Bourget, France, June 16, 2009: In 2008, Aero Vodochody, the largest aerospace manufacturer in the Czech Republic, made its highest profit in the last six years, USD 23.6 million. The revenue of Aero was approximately USD 250 million.
“In 2008, Aero made a higher profit than in 2007 which confirms that the privatization and the following stabilization of the Company in 2007 were successful. Now we focus on our strategic aim: to be the preferred partner in first-class projects of leading aerospace manufacturers, to participate in risk-sharing projects and offer reliable services and advanced products in the global aerospace and defense industry,” says Igor Hulak, President of Aero. “Aero will keep developing its current potential organically, by innovation and investment in advanced technologies, as well as through international acquisitions. Through acquisitions, we are going to build a new European aerospace group in the CEE region,” adds Igor Hulak.
The revenues in 2008 were mainly influenced by the aerostructures programs, especially the production and sale of the Sikorsky helicopters: more than 50 S-76C++ helicopters and one S-76D prototype were delivered to Sikorsky Aircraft. The companies also together celebrated a jubilee delivery of the 250th helicopter produced by Aero. As for the other aerostructures programs, the Alenia Aeronautica C-27J Program, producing the whole center wing box, the F/A-18 Program (gun bay door for Boeing), subassemblies of Airbus aircraft for EADS or Embraer door subassemblies for Latecoere played the major part in the revenue generation. The Military Program contributed 12 % of the revenue. This was generated mainly through our unique position in supporting the Czech Air Force in its successful L-159 operation as well as continued support of Aero military aircraft in service worldwide.
CAE joins Bombardier in the development of the CSeries aircraft program and initial training devices
June 16, 2009
CAE joins Bombardier in the development of the CSeries aircraft program and initial training devices
– CAE to build engineering development simulator and prototype CSeries full-flight simulator
– CAE to support CSeries aircraft design by providing comprehensive suite of engineering services and simulation-based technology tools
Le Bourget, France June 16, 2009 – (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) – Today at the Paris Air Show, CAE announced it has been selected as one of the CSeries* suppliers to support Bombardier in the design, integration and development of the CSeries aircraft program, and to support the aircraft’s entry into service (EIS) training program.
The contract with Bombardier includes the design and manufacture of an engineering development simulator as well as the prototype full-flight simulator (FFS) for the CSeries aircraft. These two simulators bring the total simulator sales that CAE has announced so far in fiscal 2010 to four.
Under the agreement with Bombardier, CAE will first provide a comprehensive suite of products, engineering services and simulation-based technology tools to support the design, testing and certification of the CSeries platform as part of Bombardier’s Complete Integrated Aircraft Systems Test Aircraft (CIASTA) program. All research and development for this project will be done in Montreal, Canada. CAE will then design and deliver the prototype FFS, a CAE 7000 Series simulator, as well as a full suite of CAE Simfinity(TM) training devices to support the aircraft EIS and Bombardier flight and technical training.
CAE is launching a new suite of products and services as part of Bombardier’s CIASTA program called the CAE Augmented Engineering Environment(TM). The CAE Augmented Engineering Environment includes a modelling and simulation environment that will allow original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to evaluate, test, and validate a range of aircraft models and systems during the development phase. As part of the program, CAE will deliver an engineering development simulator, host computer system and interface with an Integrated System Test Certification Rig that is used to perform testing in a hardware-in-the-loop environment to support the following areas:
– Systems development;
– Systems validation and verification;
– Safety of flight;
– Certification.
CAE will complement the delivery of the CAE Augmented Engineering Environment with engineering design and support services throughout the development phase of the aircraft program.
“This agreement marks an innovative and significant step forward for CAE as we are applying more of our simulation and modelling expertise to support the design and development of an exciting new airliner like the CSeries aircraft, while continuing our strong history of delivering prototype simulators before an aircraft’s first flight,” said Jeff Roberts, CAE’s Group President, Civil Simulation Products, Training and Services. “We are also developing a new suite of products and services as part of the CAE Augmented Engineering Environment that can be offered to any OEM to support new aircraft development in both the civil aviation and military market segments.”
“This agreement illustrates the leadership and innovation originating within Canada’s world-class aerospace industry,” said James Hoblyn, President, Bombardier Customer Services & Specialized and Amphibious Aircraft. “CAE’s modelling and simulation-based solutions will help us accelerate and enhance the efficiency of the CSeries aircraft development, all while reducing cycle time and overall costs associated with testing and validation.”
Work on the project will begin immediately and the delivery of the engineering development simulator and CAE Augmented Engineering Environment to support Bombardier’s CIASTA program is scheduled for 2011. The prototype CSeries FFS and CAE Simfinity training devices for initial pilot training will be ready-for-training (RFT) in 2013 to support the Bombardier CSeries’ scheduled 2013 entry into service.
Lao Airlines Introduces ATR 72-500s into fleet
June 16, 2009
Lao Airlines, the national flag carrier of Laos, is about to introduce ATR ‘-500 series’ aircraft into its fleet with the delivery, in the coming weeks, of its first ATR 72-500. The aircraft, configured with 70 seats, equipped with the ATR’s Elegance Cabin and powered by PW 127M engines, will join the current fleet of 2 ATR 72-200s of the airline. Their second ATR 72-500 on order will be delivered later this year.
With the delivery of these two ATR ‘-500 series’ aircraft, Lao Airlines, which operates ATRs since 1994, will expand its domestic and regional network, while increasing its total fleet capacity, with aircraft reputed by their very low operating and maintenance costs and their very high standards of passenger comfort. Both ATR 72-500s are also equipped with a VIP kit, and will also be used for VIP flights for both the national government and for foreign VIP delegations.
Commenting on this first delivery, Somphone Douangdara, Lao Airlines CEO, underlined the “long term cooperation and excellent relationship with ATR. We have been operating ATRs for 15 years and we are very satisfied with their unbeatable performance both in reliability and in economics. We are pleased to further expand our partnership, and we are convinced the ATRs are definitely the right choice to respond to the demand of regional transportation in Laos and in South East Asia, especially if the take into account the expected fuel cost increase in the next years.” He added: “Thanks to the low operating costs of the ATRs, we are proud of being able to propose very interesting fares to our passengers.” He concluded: “The further increase of our total ATR aircraft fleet is for us an important national project.”
Stéphane Mayer, ATR CEO, declared: “With the entry into service of their first ATR 72-500, Lao Airlines will benefit from the many advantages of the ‘-500 series’ aircraft, mainly in terms of reduced seat-mile operating costs, enhanced comfort or even the substantial reductions in noise and vibration. We are glad of introducing for the first time an ATR ‘-500’ in Laos, and to further increase our strong presence in South East Asia. We count already some 70 aircraft operating in this region, a huge market where the ATRs, because of their flexibility, and their ability to operate at the lowest costs, in short runways, are perfectly adapted to the needs of the regional operators. We are also glad to count with Lao Airlines as new customer for our ‘VIP kit’.”
Since the beginning of the programme, ATR has sold 998 aircraft (424 ATR 42s and 574 ATR 72s).
Qatar Airways selects Thales Inflight Entertainment Systems for its Airbus Single Aisle aircraft
June 16, 2009
Paris Air Show, 16 June, 2009 – Thales, a leader in inflight entertainment systems,
is pleased to announce that Qatar Airways has selected the Thales TopSeries
system for its fleet of 30 Airbus single aisle aircraft. The airline will provide its
passengers a comprehensive audio and video on-demand entertainment and
information experience in all classes of service with first aircraft delivery scheduled
for November 2009.
Qatar Airways Chief Executive Office Akbar Al Baker said the new system would give
passengers unprecedented entertainment options on its narrow body fleet. “Seatback
screens and audio video on demand are new to our single aisle fleet and we
wanted to be ensure that our IFE offering was of the highest standards, Qatar
Airways believes the Thales system offers the product features and reliability our
passengers and crews will appreciate. We look forward to offering our customers
compelling entertainment system.”.
Retrofit and line-fit installations are part of the program requirement, and the airline
has included the option for an additional 10 aircraft. “We are very pleased to be
working with Qatar Airways and share their vision to provide passengers a wide
range of entertainment choice,” said Alan Pellegrini, Vice President and General
Manager of Thales’ Inflight Entertainment Systems business. Thales continues to
grow its presence in the Middle East with now over 200 aircraft in the region
committed to flying with the TopSeries system.
Hawker Beechcraft Leads Industry in Developing Company-Wide Safety Management System
June 16, 2009
Company moves beyond safety compliance, adds product value in preparation for EASA standards
PARIS (June 16, 2009) – Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) is taking another step as an industry leader in safety through its implementation of a Safety Management System (SMS). HBC is taking the lead in preparation for European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) requirements scheduled to begin in 2013 that mandate an SMS be in place in order to do business in European countries. The company-wide effort not only improves safety at HBC, but increases value to the customer by assuring a safer, higher quality aircraft through integration of safety processes at each step of aircraft design, assembly and operation.
“A Safety Management System requires a commitment from everyone across the organization,” said David Bernstorf, vice president, Hawker Beechcraft Safety and Certification. “It means more than personal safety. It means looking at the risks in everything we do, having pride in the work we do and developing an attitude of being more than just compliant to rules. This is an opportunity to generate change and also be a leader in the industry.”
A Safety Management System focuses on continuous improvement of personal, product and process safety. Its implementation involves changes in corporate philosophy, policy, procedures and practices related to the personal safety of individuals, the safety of the aircraft produced and the processes used to build them, and the continued operational safety of aircraft in service.
Hawker Beechcraft’s efforts to create an enhanced safety-focused culture began more than a year ago when a select group of employees was assembled to develop a systematic, comprehensive, integrated and explicit set of processes to manage risks to safety. The group, called the Safety Management Team, worked to create the framework for an SMS that emphasizes commitments to integrated safety processes, boosts company pride and moves HBC well beyond compliance.
The Safety Management Team has worked on a variety of projects since its formation, all of which have focused on improving the quality and safety of HBC products while engaging every employee. Over the next three years, the Safety Management Team will continue working to bring change throughout the company.
CAE PARIS AIR SHOW MEDIA ALERT
June 16, 2009
Le Bourget, France June 16 2009 –
WHAT: CAE (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) and Mumtalakat will be signing a contract at the Paris Air Show – Le Bourget. Executives from CAE and Mumtalakat will be on hand to discuss details of the agreement. Reporters and photographers are invited to attend.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Time: 1 p.m. CEST (Paris), (5 a.m. EST)
WHERE: Paris Air Show, CAE Chalet #D231
WHO: Mumtalakat is the investment company for Bahrain, and was established as an independent holding company for the Government of Bahrain’s non-oil and gas assets. With 35 commercial enterprises within its portfolio, Mumtalakat’s investment strategy seeks to enter into partnerships with local, regional and global institutions targeting opportunities for long term, sustainable returns. For more information on Mumtalakat please go to www.bmhc.bh
Debut Flight of Luxury Phoenix CRJ
June 16, 2009
Project Phoenix cheered the first flight of its high specification Phoenix CRJ No 1 (Serial No 7211) on 12th June 2009. The aircraft took to the air for 1 hour 10 minutes from completion centre Flying Colours’ facility at Peterborough, Ontario. Captain Larry Ross (test pilot) reported a faultless flight saying, “The aircraft handled and performed perfectly with all systems and avionics operational. Our flight engineer reported an extremely quiet cabin.” The aircraft’s elegant, new 15 seat luxury interior includes a state-of-the-art cabin management systems and IFE, with Airshow 4000, ipod stations and full internet and SatCom communications. The aircraft with its clean and stylish interior has been well received by both owner Ritz Pacific and Jet Asia (which will fly the aircraft on its AOC).
Especially pleasing is the aircraft’s operating weight. The Phoenix CRJ will have a payload of more than 1,200lbs with full fuel including the long range auxiliary tank – which equates to six passengers; compared to Bombardier’s CL850 which has a full fuel payload of less than 200lbs (approximately one passenger) with the same high specification. “This is extremely gratifying news and pretty much what we predicted. Well done to Flying Colours for their weight reduction program.” said Project Phoenix President and CEO Mike Cappuccitti. Phoenix CRJ No 1 has been fitted with Flying Colours own long range fuel tanks, providing a maximum range in excess of 3,000 nm and giving US coast-to-coast capability. Project Phoenix worked with Skyservice at Toronto Pearson Airport on an extensive maintenance program and with Flying Colours of Peterborough for the interior and completions process. The aircraft will shortly enter service with Jet Asia in Macau.
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