Honeywell AV8OR ACE(TM) Enables Paperless Cockpit
July 28, 2009
OSHKOSH, Wis., July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — EAA AIRVENTURE — Honeywell (NYSE: HON) introduced today its AV8OR ACE, a new seven-inch touch screen handheld Global Positioning System (GPS).
The Bendix/King by Honeywell AV8OR ACE is being introduced at introductory pricing of $1,999 at the EAA AirVenture air show, and is now available at authorized sales and service centers.
The AV8OR ACE offers a large display – seven inches – and is as easy to use as the highly touted AV8OR handheld introduced last summer, thanks to its touch screen user interface. The AV8OR ACE provides geo-referenced FAA charts, eliminating the need for general aviation pilots to carry paper charts.
“The AV8OR ACE is able to display your airplane directly on High/Low Enroute Charts, Approach Plates and Airport Diagrams to increase situational awareness,” said Chad Cundiff, Vice President, Crew Interface Systems Marketing & Product Management at Honeywell. “AV8OR ACE customers can obtain digital charts and approach plates from Seattle Avionics Software, a leading provider of aviation software, and the unit integrates smoothly with their popular Voyager Flight Software System to ensure the safest, most efficient route. Over time, we expect to provide our customers with additional charting options.”
“We’re very excited to provide our exclusive seamless IFR charts to the AV8OR ACE,” said Steve Podradchik, CEO of Seattle Avionics. “With these charts, pilots can fly from one end of the country to the other with what looks like one country-sized Low Altitude or High Altitude chart. Pilots don’t have to flip charts as they fly, significantly increasing ease of use and safety. Both Honeywell and Seattle Avionics Software are working to make flying easier, safer, more fun and affordable.”
“We’ve been providing pilots with affordable avionics for safer flight in general aviation for 50 years,” added Cundiff.
The AV8OR ACE includes all of the same capability found in the AV8OR handheld, including a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) GPS, automotive navigation, regional databases, airport information services including fuel pricing and interfaces for traffic and weather. The airport services data is from Flight Guide, the industry standard in general aviation for almost 50 years. The weather interface supports WxWorx, one of the nation’s largest XM Satellite Weather data providers.
The AV8OR family includes a range of handheld products for any pilot, flight, or budget, from the AV8OR to the AV8OR Vision 3D, available later this year. Introduced last year, the AV8OR Horizon 3D provides synthetic vision in a touch screen electronic flight bag for less than $5,000.
Boeing and Turkish Airlines Finalize Order for Seven Additional 777-300ERs
July 28, 2009
SEATTLE, July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Turkish Airlines have finalized an order for seven Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes valued at $1.9 billion at current list prices. This order is in addition to the five 777-300ERs that Turkish Airlines ordered in April 2009, bringing their total 777-300ER orders to 12. The airline currently operates a fleet of 65 Boeing airplanes including Next-Generation 737s and leased 777-300ERs.
“The 777-300ER already provides Turkish Airlines with exceptional fuel economy, efficiency, reliability and high levels of cabin comfort for their passengers, combined with unmatched levels of payload and range.” said Aldo Basile, vice president of Sales for Europe and Russia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “This additional order is a further confirmation of Turkish Airline’s plans for international expansion and their confidence in the abilities of the 777-300ER to help them meet these goals.”
The Boeing 777-300ER is 19 percent lighter than its closest competitor, greatly reducing its fuel requirement. It produces 22 percent less carbon dioxide per seat and costs 20 percent less to operate per seat. The airplane can seat up to 365 passengers in a three-class configuration and has a maximum range of 7,930 nautical miles (14,685 km). The 777 family is the world’s most successful twin-engine, twin-aisle airplane. Fifty-six customers around the world have ordered more than 1,100 777s.
Turkish Airlines is one of the fastest growing and prosperous airlines in the world. It carries approximately 20 million passengers a year, with direct flights to 108 international and 33 domestic destinations. The airline was founded in 1933 with a fleet of five airplanes that carried a total of 28 passengers. The airline made its first domestic flight in 1933 and the first international flight in 1947.
EADS recibe el informe de la AMF
July 28, 2009
Amsterdam, 28 de julio de 2009 – EADS ha recibido el informe del ponente
(“Rapporteur”) de la Comisión de Sanciones de la Agencia del Mercado de
Valores francesa (Autorité des Marchés Financiers; AMF), en relación a los
cargos notificados por la AMF el 1 de abril de 2008.
El informe contiene recomendaciones a la Comisión de Sanciones, que
tomará las decisiones que considere oportunas.
EADS toma nota de que este informe difiere de las conclusiones del
departamento de investigación de la AMF, al descartar algunos de sus
cargos.
EADS seguirá defendiéndose y demostrará la validez de todos sus
argumentos, incluidos los que aún no se abordan en el informe; la compañía
también continuará con su apoyo a la defensa de los individuos implicados.
EADS reitera que el principio de presunción de inocencia prevalece hasta
que exista una decisión final y reafirma su confianza en los directivos
afectados por este asunto.
Thrush Aircraft Selects GE Aviation’s New H80 Engine to Power Its Thrush 510 Aerial Applicator
July 28, 2009
OSHKOSH, WI—July 27, 2009—Thrush Aircraft, Inc., has selected GE Aviation’s new H80 turboprop engine to power an improved version of its 510-gallon, 10,500-pounds gross weight Thrush aerial applicator (crop duster). This is the first application for the H80 engine and the first North American new engine installation for the Walter M601 engine family.
The new H80-powered Thrush 510 is expected to gain certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) next summer, with initial customer deliveries to follow soon after.
“We selected the H80 engines based on GE’s strong reputation for engine performance and reliability, which are critical for our customers,” said Jody Bays, vice president, Flight Test and Product Support for Thrush Aircraft. “The additional horsepower and increased temperature margin of the H80 engine will enable Thrush 510 operators to carry larger loads in hot weather.”
”This selection by Thrush marks the first application for GE Aviation’s new H80 engine, which will begin certification testing later this year,” said Brad Mottier, vice president and general manager of GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation organization. “We look forward to working with Thrush and its customers and providing them with a powerful, fuel-efficient and durable turboprop engine to meet their needs.”
The H80 engine combines the robust turboprop design of Walter Aircraft Engines’ highly successful M601 series engines with GE Aviation’s modern 3D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials. These technologies deliver more shaft-horsepower (shp), improved engine fuel efficiency and increased temperature margin, significantly enhancing hot-day takeoff performance and high-altitude cruise speeds. The H80 engine also features an extended service life of 3,600 flight-hours and 6,600 cycles between overhauls.
To date, the H80 engine has accumulated more than 3,000 cycles during successful hot section demonstration tests. Additional engine demonstration tests are scheduled for this summer and fall. Engine certification testing is set to begin later this year, with certification expected in early 2010.
An experimental Thrush 510 will be on static display at GE Aviation’s booth at this year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. The aircraft on display will feature an M601E-11 engine that will be replaced with an H80 engine for flight-testing and FAA certification of the aircraft. Both engines share a common installation and external dimensions. The aircraft has advanced spray nozzles, high-intensity-discharge LED anti-collision lights and a glass panel instrument display—all first-time features on a Thrush aircraft.
With a hopper capacity of 510 gallons, a gross weight of 10,500 pounds, and the 800-shp H80 engine up front, the improved Thrush 510 is designed for superior performance for agricultural operations. The Thrush features a 29,000-hour wing spar life with no mandatory inspections of the wing spars. Additional features include a tubular steel fuselage and cockpit roll cage, removable fuselage skins, and chromate-treated aluminum surfaces for corrosion prevention; all designed to maximize pilot safety, reduce maintenance times and enhance aircraft productivity.
ICON A5 Light Sport Aircraft equipped with Becker Avionics AR4201 Transceiver and ATC4401 Transponder
July 28, 2009
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Oshkosh, July 28, 2009 – The ICON Aircraft A5 completed its Phase I testing with the Becker Avionics AR4201 Transceiver and ATC4401 Transponder on board. ICON chose the Becker combination due to its small dimensions, light weight, low power consumption and outstanding performance. The prototype was flown from minimum weight to gross weight in various sea states from glassy water to 9 inch waves.
The Phase II flight testing will begin immediately according to ICON Aircraft and with the goal to refine the aerodynamics and handling qualities to improve the plane’s efficiency. Flight testing of the prototype is scheduled to continue throughout 2009.
Successful flight over the Atlantic with the DA42NG
July 28, 2009
Diamond’s newly certified DA42 NG, powered by two proprietary Austro Engine AE300 170 hp turbo-diesel powerplants, has been flown across the Atlantic on the way to the Oshkosh air show EAA Air Venture 2009.
Piloted by Martin Scherrer, Manager of Flight Operations at Diamond Airborne Sensing, the flight from Diamond’s headquarters in Wiener Neustadt, Austria it´s facility in London, Ontario, Canada took 27.5 hours total, flown in 7 legs ranging from 3 to 4.5 hours over 2.5 days. Fuel stops included Dortmund, Germany – Wick, Scotland – Reykjavik, Iceland – Narsarsuaq, Greenland – Goose Bay and Quebec, Canada.
“The engines maintained the performance to the desired altitude (FL140) without degradation of power, which was very helpful when climbing through icing layers on the way up. The flight was performed without any problems whatsoever, with the engines running very smooth and stable,” said Martin Scherrer. “The flight was very pleasant. The low noise and vibration levels reduce fatigue, the seats with memory foam inserts, adjustable lumbar support and backrests are very ergonomic and the new taller canopy and electrically adjustable rudder pedals accommodated my 6’7” height comfortably.”
All flights were flown at FL 140, at 65% power, 155 KTAS, with a fuel burn of only 5.6 gph per engine.
The aircraft is a stock DA42 NG, without ferry tanks. DA42 NG OE-FSP (S/N 003) is on display at EAA Air Venture, from July 27th to August 2nd
Ecuador plans to rebuild 10 airports
July 28, 2009
Guillermo Bernal, the under-secretary of Airports & Air Transportation, announced that the plan to rebuild ten airport terminals and two new airports is moving forward in Ecuador. He stated that the government is investing $26 million in the Latacunga airport and other projects to be finalized in 2010.
Renowned Beechcraft Bonanza Flies Successful Mission with Experimental Autolanding Device
July 28, 2009
Industry-first test with Rockwell Collins could enhance safety of future commercial aircraft
OSHKOSH, Wis. (July 28, 2009) – Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today announced the successful flight and landing of its renowned Beechcraft Bonanza with an experimental autolanding device demonstrated in collaboration with Rockwell Collins. This industry-leading commercial aircraft technology, originally developed for unmanned air systems (UAS), offers the promise of airplanes that can safely land themselves should the pilot become incapacitated during flight. The tests were part of HBC’s program to explore and develop advanced flight control technologies for future use in general aviation airplanes.
“HBC has a longstanding history of developing leading technologies for general aviation aircraft,” said Ed Petkus, HBC vice president, Product Development and Engineering. “We are continually looking for ways to improve the safety of our product and bring added value to our customers. The successful flight demonstrations and teamwork with Rockwell Collins have the potential to do just that.”
The collaborative work with Rockwell Collins began last year. A modified Bonanza conducted a series of hands-off landings during a test campaign at HBC’s headquarters in Wichita, Kan. The test Bonanza was equipped with an experimental fly-by-wire flight control system. The airplane carried a crew of three to observe and monitor system operation and to provide a backup control capability. More testing is planned for the coming months.
“This project with Hawker Beechcraft shows what is possible by leveraging our UAS technology to potentially serve as a digital parachute in emergency situations,” said David Vos, Rockwell Collins senior director, Control Technologies. “While we are still in a demonstration phase, we’re excited about our continued work with Hawker Beechcraft as we look for opportunities to further enhance safety in a future airspace where manned, unmanned and optionally manned aircraft can coexist.”
The flight guidance and control cues during the tests were provided by a Rockwell Collins Athena 411. Various products in the Athena family are already widely used in the unmanned aerial vehicle world. The Athena 411 combines INS/GPS, AHRS, air-data system and flight-control capability in a single compact, reliable and relatively low-cost unit. For this project, Rockwell Collins engineers customized the Athena 411 flight-control system for the Bonanza platform while HBC engineers integrated the Athena 411 into the airplane’s fly-by-wire system.
The Bonanza is the most prestigious high-performance single-engine piston in the market with more than 60 years in continual production – the longest in the industry. While celebrating the successful history, HBC also remains focused on the future by utilizing the latest technologies. HBC exemplified its technology leadership earlier this year when it marked the industry-first test flight on sustainable fuel. In April, the company announced the successful test flights of its certificated Bonanza G36 on unleaded aviation fuel and Swift Sustainable Fuel. HBC leads the industry as the first major aircraft manufacturer to accomplish this using Swift Fuel.
BQB and SOL waiting for authority to serve Madrid from Montevideo
July 28, 2009
Both airlines filed applications in July for authority to serve Madrid which used to be served by Pluna. BQB already has B767-300ER aircraft ready for the route. SOL plans to offer A340 daily service, with five flights stopping in Rio de Janeiro and one in Tenerife and the other in Lagos, Nigeria. Its first aircraft will be available in October and a second in December. The government has indicated the authority will take six months and it is not clear if the authority will be limited to one carrier, or both.
Aeromexico expands service to San Francisco and Hermosillo
July 28, 2009
The Mexican legacy airline has added five weekly ERJ-145 flights between San Francisco and Hermosillo, Mexico. The new service provides convenient connecting flights between Hermosillo and five other destinations in Mexico, including Los Moches, Culiacan, Ciudad Obregon and Chihuahua.
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