Happy birthday, Azul Airlines in Brazil
December 15, 2009
David Neeleman’s Brazilian LCC airline is celebrating its first anniversary this week. The airline has carried two million passengers during the first 12 months of operation and now serves 16 destinations with one hundred daily flights.
Hawker Beechcraft Achieves Certification for its Flagship Hawker 4000 in China
December 9, 2009
WICHITA, Kan. (Dec. 9, 2009) – Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today announced it received Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) Type Certification for the Hawker 4000 super-midsize business jet on Nov. 30, 2009. The Hawker 4000 is the world’s most advanced business jet based on its innovative composite construction. Deliveries of the flagship aircraft into China are scheduled to begin during the first quarter of 2010.
“We continue to see strength in the Asian market and are excited to provide our customers in China with yet another option in our superior lineup of aircraft,” said HBC executive vice president Shawn Vick. “With its outstanding flight performance, spacious cabin and world-class avionics, the Hawker 4000 is clearly the best choice in the super-midsize business jet category.”
China adds to the growing list of Hawker 4000 certified countries, which includes Bermuda, Honduras, India, Isle of Man, New Zealand, Nigeria, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the United States.
The Hawker 4000 is faster and delivers superior cruise and range performance than its closest competitors. With best-in-class field performance in its category, take-off field length (ISA, SL, MTOW) is just 1,545 m (5,068 ft.). Climb rate is exhilarating, going from sea level to 37,000 feet in just over 14 minutes. Once at altitude, the Hawker 4000 accelerates very quickly to its maximum cruise speed of Mach .84 (896 km/hr), maximizing productivity of customers by getting them quickly to their destination. The Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308A engines deliver 6,900 pounds of thrust each flat rated at ISA +22° Celsius and, combined with the Hawker 4000’s advanced wing design, provide impressive high altitude/hot temperature and short field performance.
The Hawker 4000’s cockpit features a Honeywell Epic avionics suite with five high-resolution 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in.) LCD displays. It has enhanced situational awareness and flight management systems, backed by real-time system monitoring and status. The airplane comes standard with dual Inertial Reference System, dual air-cycle machines and auto-throttle that are ideally suited for long-range and trans-continental flights. Avionics and utility systems are fully integrated, and advanced composite material construction provides for lower part count, enhanced reliability and lower life-cycle costs.
The composite fuselage of the Hawker 4000 features a 1.83 m (6 ft.) stand-up cabin with a 1.97 m (6 ft. 5.5 in.) width. A flat floor runs the entire length of the aircraft, leading to an impressively large 2.51 cubic m (88.5 cubic ft.)/900 lb. baggage area, accessible during flight and on the ground through an exterior door. An eight-place interior configuration is standard with fully-articulating executive seats in double club format. The interior can be customized with a wide variety of materials and cabin finishes.
Sikorsky Aerospace Maintenance Hosts Rollout Ceremony for U.S. Customs & Border Protection Agency UH-60 A-A to L Recapitalization Aircraft
December 9, 2009
BEEVILLE, Texas, Dec. 9, 2009 – Sikorsky Aerospace Maintenance, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company, today rolled out the first U.S. Customs & Border Protection Agency (CBP) UH-60 A-A to L recapitalization aircraft at its Chase Field Operations Center in Texas. Sikorsky Aerospace Services is the aftermarket business of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).
A major aviation facility for Sikorsky Aerospace Maintenance, the Chase Field Operations Center also has become a pivotal location for aircraft overhaul, repair and upgrades for the U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. government agencies, and allied foreign militaries around the world.
“This facility provides customers with the ability to upgrade and modernize their H-60 fleets without hindering the current production at the Corpus Christi Army Depot,” said David Adler, President of Sikorsky Aerospace Services. “The CBP aircraft marks the first non-standard A-A to L recapitalization upgrade done at Chase Field. We look forward to continuing our upgrade work and meeting the Army’s goal of fleet modernization to ensure mission readiness.”
Based largely on the success of the H-60 Recapitalization and Upgrade Program program started seven years ago at the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD), it has proven to be one of the most effective and productive fleet maintenance programs ever accomplished by the U.S. Army.
“The Customs and Border Protection Agency saves lives every day,” said Colonel Neil Thurgood, Project Manager, Utility Helicopters. “This new UH-60L aircraft provides them with a machine that represents the culmination of 6 million flight hours of BLACK HAWK helicopter experience. I know they will put it to good use in support of America’s defense.”
Lieutenant Colonel Bert Vergez, Product Manager for the UH-60 A/L/M, said: “Chase Field operations will be an extension of a very successful partnership at Corpus Christi Army Depot for UH-60 BLACK HAWK helicopter recapitalization to our U.S. government sister-service organizations and foreign military sales partners.”
The UH-60L BLACK HAWK helicopter brings tremendously improved power, durability, and reliability to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection fleet. Equipped with features that will enhance both mission capability and readiness, it shares the performance improvements of all U.S. Department of Defense service aircraft.
Sikorsky Aerospace Services provides comprehensive support to rotary and fixed wing aircraft around the world. It offers its military and commercial customers a full portfolio of support services through its aftermarket companies, Derco Aerospace, Inc., Helicopter Support, Inc., Sikorsky Aerospace Maintenance, Composite Technology, Inc., and Sikorsky Helitech.
UNITED AIRLINES SELECTS ROLLS-ROYCE TRENT XWB ENGINES TO POWER NEW FLEET IN $2 BILLION DEAL
December 9, 2009
Rolls-Royce has been selected by United Airlines to power its new fleet of Airbus A350 XWB aircraft. The contract, for 25 Airbus A350 XWB plus TotalCareâ long-term service support, is worth $2 billion at engine list prices. The aircraft are due to be delivered between 2016 and 2019. In addition, the airline has also announced future purchase rights for a further 50 aircraft.
This agreement is Rolls-Royce’s first large civil engine contract with United Airlines.
John Tague, President at United Air Lines, Inc. said: “The Rolls-Royce Trent XWB offers the power and economical efficiency we expect from the A350 XWB while providing the performance and reliability our customers expect from one of the world’s largest airlines.”
Mark King, President – Civil Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, added:“This represents a significant endorsement of our Trent XWB technology and its operational advantage. We are delighted that United Airlines has put its trust in the long-term performance advantages of Trent technology and TotalCare®.”
Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines are specifically developed for the Airbus A350 XWB and have been designed to minimise the aircraft’s overall environmental impact. It is the most fuel efficient and environmentally sensitive large engine design on the market, with fuel efficiency ratings 28 per cent higher than pre-Trent generation engines.
With today’s announcement, firm orders for the Trent XWB engine total more than 1000 from 33 customers. The engine will enter into service in 2013, with current orders extending beyond 2020.
Thrush Aircraft and GE Sign Launch Customer for H80-powered Thrush 510 Aerial Applicator
December 9, 2009
Thrush Aircraft and GE Sign Launch Customer for H80-powered Thrush 510
Aerial Applicator
RENO, NEVADA-December 8, 2009-Thrush Aircraft and GE Aviation have
signed the launch customer for the new H80-powered, 510-gallon,
10,500-pounds gross weight Thrush aerial applicator (crop duster).
The launch customer is a joint venture between Boschung Global AG and
Inter Sinex AG of Switzerland. The venture has plans to operate the
H80-powered Thrush 510 aircraft in Kazakhstan, which is the world’s
seventh largest producer of grains and a major exporter of wheat.
“The robust design of the Thrush 510 aircraft coupled with the H80’s
power, performance and low maintenance requirements are an ideal fit for
our needs and the Kazakh agricultural market,” said Paul Boschung,
President of Boschung Global. “We predict a growing opportunity for
modern agricultural aircraft in Kazakhstan and neighboring countries.
Our plan is to purchase additional aircraft for this market in the
future.”
The H80 engine combines the robust turboprop design of the highly
successful M601 engine family with GE Aviation’s modern 3D aerodynamic
design techniques and advanced materials. The resulting technologies
deliver more shaft-horsepower, improved engine fuel efficiency and
increased temperature margin, enabling Thrush 510 operators to carry
larger loads in hot weather. The H80 engine features an extended service
life of 3,600 hours and 6,600 cycles between overhauls.
Certification testing on the H80 is set to begin by year-end, with
engine certification expected in mid-2010. The new H80-powered Thrush
510 is expected to gain certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration next summer, with customer deliveries to follow.
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 time and enhance aircraft productivity.
TACA Peru now has 17 weekly flights to Brazil from Lima
December 9, 2009
With the launching of its three-time weekly Lima-Porto Alegre, Brazil service last week, the Peruvian subsidiary now operates 17 weekly flights between Lima and Brazil. In addition to the new service, the airline already operates 10 weekly flights to Sao Paulo and four to Rio de Janeiro.
Peru to create a new flagship airline
December 9, 2009
The Congressional Committee on Transportation and Commerce has approved the law to create a new Peruvian national carrier. 70% of the shares will be acquired by regional governments and 30% by a private investor. Aerolineas del Peru will have the Presidential aircraft as part of the capital investment.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AVIANCA
December 9, 2009
On Saturday December 5, the oldest airline in the Americas celebrated its 90th birthday having been launched on December 5, 1919. The airline, founded in Barranquilla, Colombia has operated successfully during nine decades and now has one of the youngest fleets in the region, which includes Airbus A319s, A320s,and A330s as well as Boeing B-757s and B-767s. It currently has 54.8% of the Colombian domestic market and 41.8% of the country’s international market. It operates a total of 63 aircraft serving 42 destinations in 14 countries. And it has now received government approval for a new holding company together with TACA – in which it will own 66% of the company with TACA owning 33%. The combined airlines operate a total of 129 aircraft serving more than 100 destinations in the Americas and Europe and generate $3 billion in revenues.
Air China celebra com o aeroporto de Pequim o alcance desde importante marco de 60 milhões de passageiros
December 9, 2009
PEQUIM, 8 de dezembro /PRNewswire/ -- Às 9:50 do dia 30 de
novembro, a chegada do voo CA 912 da Air China de Estocolmo para o
Aeroporto de Pequim Capital, fez com que o número de passageiros que
viajaram pelo aeroporto de Pequim ultrapassasse os 60 milhões. Este
importante marco é prova da explosão que a indústria da aviação civil
na China está experimentando atualmente. Com mais voos chegando e
partindo de Pequim do que qualquer outra companhia área nacional ou
internacional, a Air China celebra este marco com o Aeroporto de
Pequim Capital.
Desde março de 2008, quando a Air China se estabeleceu no Terminal 3
do Aeroporto de Pequim Capital, as viagens se tornaram mais
convenientes e agradáveis para os passageiros da Air China. No
Terminal 3, a Air China otimizou seu sistema de manipulação de
equipagem e seus sistema de controle de partidas, tornando a coleta
de bagagens muitos mais rápida e fácil para os passageiros. Além
disso, a Air China melhorou a eficácia de transferências de aeroporto,
aprimorou os procedimentos de check-in e desenvolveu vários novos
serviços para seus passageiros. Durante os Jogos Olímpicos de Pequim
2008, a Air China proporcionou aos seus passageiros a melhor
experiência de viagem.
"Nós parabenizamos o Aeroporto Capital por ultrapassar o marco de 60
milhões de passageiros", afirmou Zhang Lan, vice-presidente da Air
China. "Através da cooperação da Air China com o Aeroporto Pequim
Capital, não somente experimentamos um número recorde de passageiros,
mas também melhorias tanto na segurança quanto em serviços".
TSA y Continental Airlines amplían su programa de tarjeta de embarque paperless en el SJU
December 9, 2009
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, 9 de diciembre /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- La
Administración para la Seguridad en el Transporte (TSA, por sus siglas en
inglés) y Continental Airlines anunciaron hoy la expansión del programa piloto
de tarjeta de embarque paperless (sin papel) en el Aeropuerto Internacional
Luis Muñoz Marín (SJU). El programa permitirá a los pasajeros recibir tarjetas
de embarque electrónicas en sus teléfonos celulares o PDA, los cuales serán
luego escaneados por los funcionarios de Seguridad en el Transporte en el
puesto de control y eliminarán la necesidad de emitir una tarjeta de embarque
en papel.
"El despliegue de la tarjeta de embarque móvil destaca el compromiso
continuo de la TSA con las tecnologías innovadoras que mejoran aún más la
seguridad", afirmó José Baquero, Director Federal de Seguridad de la TSA para
Puerto Rico. "Nos sentimos complacidos de poder asociarnos con Continental
Airlines para ofrecer esta opción a los viajeros".
Cada tarjeta de embarque paperless mostrará un código de barras en dos
dimensiones junto con la información del pasajero y el número de vuelo que
identificarán al viajero. Los controladores de documentos de viaje de la TSA
usarán escáners para validar la autenticidad de la tarjeta de embarque
paperless enviada a los pasajeros de Continental. La nueva tecnología destaca
la capacidad de detectar las tarjetas de embarque fraudulentas a la vez que
mejora el servicio al cliente y reduce el uso del papel.
TSA creó el concepto de cómo escanear las tarjetas de embarque paperless y
Continental Airlines desarrolló un plan de implementación que involucró el
encriptado de la tarjeta de embarque paperless para asegurar la autenticidad.
Continental es el primer transportista de EE.UU. en probar las tarjetas de
embarque paperless y actualmente ofrece el servicio en 37 aeropuertos.
"Nos sentimos especialmente complacidos de que Puerto Rico haya sido
seleccionado como el mercado de presentación del programa de tarjeta de
embarque paperless para el Caribe y América Latina", afirmó Rigoberto
Alvarenga, Director Senior de Continental Airlines en el Caribe. "Nuestros
clientes seguramente apreciarán esta nueva tecnología como un valor agregado
al momento de viajar. Este programa ahorra tiempo y les permite tener un mayor
control de su experiencia de viaje".
Actualmente, el programa piloto de tarjeta de embarque paperless de la TSA
está operando en aproximadamente 40 aeropuertos. El piloto es consistente con
el estándar global de la International Air Transport Association para la
implementación del código de barras en las tarjetas de embarque de los
pasajeros. La TSA continuará ampliando el uso de los escáners para las
tarjetas de embarque electrónicas a medida que se vayan incorporando más
aerolíneas.
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