United Technologies Corp. Supports Haiti Relief Efforts
January 15, 2010
HARTFORD, Conn., Jan. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- United
Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) today pledged up to $250,000 to match
employee contributions to Red Cross disaster relief efforts following
this week's devastating earthquake in Haiti.
UTC will match 100 percent of individual contributions to Red Cross
relief efforts up to $250 per employee, for a program maximum of
$250,000 in matching funds. The Red Cross is raising money to pay for
food, water, shelter, medical supplies and other humanitarian relief
urgently needed in affected areas.
"UTC and its employees are saddened by the tragedy unfolding in
Haiti," said UTC Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Louis Chenevert.
"The company is pleased to join with employees who are interested in
contributing to help ease the suffering of those affected by this
natural disaster."
UTC employees in the U.S. who wish to donate may do so through the
American Red Cross Web site at
http://american.redcross.org/supporthaiti. UTC employees living
outside the U.S. may donate via the International Red Cross at
http://donate.ifrc.org.
UTC employees can apply for the company match to their contributions
through UTC's global matching gift program. Details on how to apply
for the match will be communicated to UTC's more than 200,000
employees worldwide via company intranet sites.
Al Jaber Aviation (AJA) took delivery in December of its first Airbus aircraft
January 15, 2010
Al Jaber Aviation (AJA) took delivery in December of its first Airbus aircraft, an A318 Elite, which will now undergo cabin outfitting by Lufthansa Technik subsidiary BizJet International at its Tulsa, Oklahoma facility. AJA will receive the outfitted A318 Elite in mid-2010, when it will become the first Middle East company to offer Airbus aircraft for VVIP charters. AJA has ordered four A318 Elites and two Airbus ACJs. The Airbus Corporate Jetliner (ACJ) Family has the widest and tallest cabin of any business jet, offering unmatched comfort, space and freedom of movement.
Revista Aerea Português Edition
January 15, 2010
Kaman Corp. Announces Aerospace Management Reorganization
January 13, 2010
BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Jan. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Kaman Aerospace Group, Inc. a subsidiary of Kaman Corp. (Nasdaq: KAMN) today announced a broad organizational realignment in support of strategic growth plans. The following appointments of executives reporting to Gregory L. Steiner, President, Kaman Aerospace Group were effective January 1, 2010:
Kaman Composites is established as a newly formed operating group within the Kaman Aerospace Segment. James Larwood, 51, formerly President of the Kaman Precision Products Division, is appointed President of Kaman Composites. “Expansion of aerospace composite structures capability is a key growth enabler in our strategic plan. The U.K. and the Wichita facilities will form the foundation of this business, and key strategic acquisitions will add capabilities and capacity,” said Steiner. In addition to his experience at Kaman Precision Products and Helicopters, Larwood brings an aerospace composites background to the position. He will be based in Bloomfield, Connecticut.
Dr. John Kornegay, 60, most recently President of Specialty Bearings, is appointed President, Kaman Precision Products, succeeding James Larwood. “John’s depth and breadth of management skills, strong technical background, successful track record leading Specialty Bearings to be a truly outstanding organization, and his world class credentials in lean manufacturing position him to lead Precision Products as they build on the exceptional progress made under Jim’s leadership,” stated Steiner.
Robert Paterson, 52, is appointed President, Specialty Bearings, succeeding John Kornegay. Paterson was formerly the Vice President, Marketing and Sales for Specialty Bearings. Steiner said, “Rob’s deep understanding of the bearings market, established customer relationships, depth of experience, and success in shaping the Specialty Bearings customer base, positions him to effectively build on Specialty Bearing’s world class performance.”
Richard Thorley, 49, formerly Chief Executive of Brookhouse, is appointed Strategy and Development Director, Kaman Aerospace Group. In this new role, Richard will concentrate on executive management of acquisition due diligence and integration, developing low cost manufacturing alliances and strategic partnerships for the Aerospace Group. Steiner stated, “Richard will be a critical resource for acquiring and successfully integrating acquisitions, as well as effectively establishing low cost manufacturing alternatives for our customers.” Thorley will continue to have a base in the U.K.
Guy Thomas, 46, is appointed Group Managing Director, Brookhouse Holdings, reporting to James Larwood. Guy was most recently Brookhouse’s Group Finance Director. Steiner commented, “Guy’s demonstrated financial management skills combined with customer involvement, depth of experience, and general management skills make him an excellent choice to build on Brookhouse’s success, which has been established and grown under Richard Thorley’s leadership.”
Salvatore Bordonaro and Robert Kanaskie will continue in their roles as President, Kaman Helicopters Division, and President, Kaman Aerostructures Division, respectively. According to Steiner, “both will play active and important roles in the overall planning and implementation of the new organizational structure as they continue to position their operations for sustainable long-term growth.”
Donaldson Announces Campaign for Cleaner Cabin Air
January 13, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — JANUARY 13, 2010 — Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), a leading, worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, today announced a comprehensive Campaign for Cleaner Cabin Air in commercial airliners. The campaign will officially debut in the first quarter of 2010.
“Concerns about cabin air quality and related issues are growing,” said Sheila Peyraud, General Manager, Aerospace & Defense at Donaldson Company.” There is filtration technology available today that can remove a wide range of chemical and particulate contaminants. Leading industry groups and government agencies are also working on research and new legislation focused on this important issue. The Campaign for Cleaner Cabin Air will drive change and take the cabin air discussion to a new level with a host of aerospace-focused organizations. Change is in the air.”
Designed to drive cleaner cabin air and more comfortable cabin environments, the Campaign for Cleaner Cabin Air will include:
A seminar series for airlines, OEMs, tier one suppliers and trade organizations. The seminars will provide an understanding of how cabin air becomes contaminated; how cabin air filtration technology works to remove contaminants; and a historical perspective on cabin air contaminants, quality standards and Environmental Control Systems technologies used in commercial aircraft over the last 30 years.
Review and discussion of a recent study finding by the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and the APS filter as a superior solution.
A website to promote in-depth discussion of problems and solutions. The site will include an archive of tests, studies and reports and be an advocacy for driving higher cabin air quality standards.
A recent Cabin Air Quality study conducted by DTU evaluated Donaldson’s Air Purification System™ (APS) technology alongside UV-photo-catalytic systems. The APS technology performed better than the competition and was also preferred by passengers based on survey results. The APS technology was chosen as the best technology from that study due to performance and the inability of producing unwanted by-products.
Today, Donaldson offers an APS system that can remove a wide range of contaminants without creating unwanted byproducts. Donaldson’s APS, selected by Boeing for installation on the new 787 Dreamliner, is a carbon-based technology that adsorbs contaminants such as cleaning products, bio-effluents and engine byproducts.
Commenting on the study’s results and Donaldson’s APS technology Peyraud said, “Ozone is an FAA-regulated contaminant and known irritant. A key differentiator of Donaldson’s APS technology is that it doesn’t generate ozone or unwanted byproducts, which is important in the closed environment of an aircraft cabin.”
For more information about the Campaign for Cleaner Air or Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, visit www.donaldson.aero or contact the company at 952-887-3435.
About Donaldson’s Aerospace & Defense Group
Donaldson’s Aerospace & Defense group is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Our filtration solutions protect fixed wing aircraft, rotorcraft, military ground vehicles, electronic equipment, space vehicles, missiles, military shipboard systems and amphibious vehicles. We are committed to advancing filtration technology, providing quality products and prompt customer service. Our group serves customers from sales, engineering and manufacturing locations around the world.
About Donaldson Company
Donaldson is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems that improve people’s lives, enhance our Customers’ equipment performance, and protect our environment. We are a technology-driven company committed to satisfying our Customers’ needs for filtration solutions through innovative research and development, application expertise, and global presence. Our employees contribute to the Company’s success by supporting our Customers at our more than 100 sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations around the world.
Copa Holdings Announces 6.6% Traffic Growth for December 2009
January 12, 2010
Full year consolidated traffic growth comes in at 10.1%
Panama City, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA), and its Copa Airlines and Aero Republica operating subsidiaries, today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for December and full year 2009: Copa Holdings December Change Full Year Change (Consolidated) 2009 2008 (%) 2009 2008 (%) ASM (mm) (1) 873.2 848.4 2.9% 9,910.7 8,844.6 12.1% RPM (mm) (2) 671.3 629.6 6.6% 7,396.6 6,716.8 10.1% Load Factor (3) 76.9% 74.2% 2.7 p.p. 74.6% 75.9% -1.3 p.p. Copa Airlines Segment ASM (mm) (1) 726.3 705 3.0% 8,319.0 7,341.9 13.3% RPM (mm) (2) 561.4 530.1 5.9% 6,322.6 5,788.9 9.2% Load Factor (3) 77.3% 75.2% 2.1 p.p. 76.0% 78.8% -2.8 p.p. Aero Republica Segment ASM (mm) (1) 147.0 143.4 2.5% 1,591.7 1,502.7 5.9% RPM (mm) (2) 109.9 99.5 10.5% 1,074.0 927.9 15.7% Load Factor (3) 74.8% 69.4% 5.4 p.p. 67.5% 61.7% 5.7 p.p.
1. Available seat miles – represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown
2. Revenue passenger miles – represents the numbers of miles flown by revenue passengers
3. Load factor – represents the percentage of aircraft seating capacity that is actually utilized
For the month of December 2009, Copa Holdings’ system-wide passenger traffic (RPM) increased 6.6% while capacity (ASM) increased 2.9%. System load factor for December 2009 was 76.9%, a 2.7 percentage point increase when compared to December 2008.
Copa Airlines passenger traffic (RPM) for December 2009 increased 5.9%, while capacity (ASM) increased 3.0%. This resulted in a load factor of 77.3%, a 2.1 percentage point increase when compared to December 2008.
Aero Republica passenger traffic (RPM) for December 2009 increased 10.5%, while capacity (ASM) increased 2.5%. Load factor for the month reached 74.8%, a 5.4 percentage point increase when compared to December 2008.
For full year 2009, Copa Holdings passenger traffic (RPM) increased 10.1%, while capacity (ASM) increased 12.1%. As a result, full year consolidated load factor came in at 74.6%, a 1.3 percentage point decrease when compared to the same period in 2008.
Copa Holdings CEO Pedro Heilbron said, “We are very pleased with our traffic results for December, having grown RPMs by 6.6% in spite of capacity increasing by only 2.9%. Furthermore, we are very pleased to have achieved double digit growth for 2009 despite weaker regional economies and the H1N1 flu crisis which affected us earlier in the year. This truly demonstrates the resiliency and growth potential of our business model.”
Copa Holdings, through its Copa Airlines and Aero Republica operating subsidiaries, is a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo service. Copa Airlines currently offers approximately 144 daily scheduled flights to 45 destinations in 24 countries in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. In addition, Copa Airlines provides passengers with access to flights to more than 120 other international destinations through code share agreements with Continental Airlines and other airlines. Aero Republica provides service to 12 cities in Colombia as well as international connectivity with Copa Airlines’ Hub of the Americas through flights from Barranquilla, Bogota, Bucaramanga, Cali, Cartagena, Medellin and Pereira. Additionally, Aero Republica has international flights to Caracas, Venezuela and Quito, Ecuador.
LAN Airlines Monthly Statistics Report for December 2009
January 12, 2010
SANTIAGO, Chile, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — LAN Airlines S.A. and its subsidiaries (“LAN” or “the Company”) (NYSE: LFL / IPSA: LAN), one of the leading airlines in Latin America, today reported its preliminary monthly traffic statistics and punctuality indicators for December 2009.
System passenger traffic for December increased 10.6% as capacity rose 7.8%. As a result, the Company’s load factor increased 1.9 points to 76.7%. International passenger traffic accounted for approximately 70% of total passenger traffic.
Domestic passenger traffic in Chile, Argentina, Peru and Ecuador rose 5.9% as capacity increased 8.3%. As a consequence, the domestic load factor for the month decreased 1.7 points to 74.9%.
International passenger traffic for December rose 12.8% as capacity increased 7.6%. Accordingly, the international passenger load factor for the month increased 3.6 points to 77.5%. International capacity was mainly driven by an increase in operations on routes to Europe and to the South Pacific.
During the month of December, cargo traffic increased 23.8%. This increase was mainly due to the recovery in import and export markets in Latin America, as well as increased operations to Europe. In line with the higher demand, capacity grew 11.5%. As a result, the cargo load factor rose 7.3 points, reaching 73.5%.
During December, 86.5% of the Company’s total flights left on time based on a fifteen-minute standard (all departures leaving within fifteen minutes of the scheduled departure time are considered as “on-time”). This represented a decrease of 3.1 points compared to December 2008.
Lockheed Martin Receives $344 Million in Ongoing Funding for C-5 Modernization Program
January 12, 2010
MARIETTA, Ga., Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has received ongoing funding through a recently issued Acquisition Decision Memorandum (ADM) that authorizes Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) associated with the C-5 Super Galaxy Reliability Enhancement and Re-Engining Program (RERP).
“This funding enables us to continue to partner with the U.S. Air Force to produce enhanced C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft to support the warfighter for decades to come,” said Lorraine Martin, Lockheed Martin C-5 program vice president. “The C-5M Super Galaxy is redefining strategic airlift and delivers unparalleled support to all U.S. armed forces.”
The $344.3 million funding supports LRIP RERP production for 15 aircraft, including installation on three aircraft, material and fabrication for five aircraft, and long-lead funding for seven aircraft. Production of the C-5M Super Galaxy began in August 2009, when the first aircraft was inducted into the production program. This aircraft is slated for delivery to the USAF in September 2010. Three C-5Ms have already been delivered to the USAF and current USAF plans call for 52 fully-modernized C-5Ms by 2016.
The C-5M is the product of a two-phase modernization effort. The first, the ongoing Avionics Modernization Program (AMP), provides a state-of-the-art glass cockpit with modern avionics and flight instruments. The RERP is the second phase of the C-5 modernization effort. It includes 70 enhancements or replacements of major components and subsystems, including the installation of GE CF6-80C2 commercial engines. Modernization of the C-5 pays for itself through savings in operation and sustainment costs.
The C-5 has been the backbone of strategic airlift in every engagement since it entered service. It is the only aircraft capable of carrying 100 percent of certified air-transportable cargo, with a dedicated passenger compartment enabling commanders to have troops and their equipment arrive in an area of operation simultaneously. The C-5 can carry twice the cargo of other strategic airlift systems. With more than 70 percent of its structural service life remaining, the C-5M Super Galaxy will be a force multiplier through 2040.
7th Annual ‘Living Legends of Aviation'(R) Awards Ceremony to Honor Tom Cruise, Dr. Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin and Other Aviation Legends
January 12, 2010
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Jan. 12 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The 7th Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards, presented by Learjet, are taking flight on January 22nd at the Beverly Hilton.
John Travolta, the official Ambassador of Aviation, will present Tom Cruise with the “Top Aviation Inspiration and Patriotism Award.” Tom Cruise’s passion for aviation started at a young age. Growing up in modest economic conditions, Cruise’s family moved frequently but once young Tom hung his P-51 Mustang photo in his bedroom, he felt at home. Not surprisingly, he now owns a P-51 Mustang and other aircraft and is an accomplished aerobatic pilot. Top Gun, the highest grossing aviation movie of all time, has inspired generations of young pilots and patriotism in many Americans. Cruise’s flying machines and commitment to aviation define his passion for flight.
Dr. Buzz Aldrin will receive the “First Out of This World Landing and Take-Off Award.” John Travolta, the Ambassador of Aviation, will present the award. Buzz took his first airplane ride with his father when he was 2 years old. His father, a military man, served as aide to Billy Mitchell, the father of the U.S. Air Force. As a boy, Buzz showed an early interest in all things mechanical, designing all types of contraptions. As a young man he flew 66 missions in Korea. Astoundingly, walking on the moon barely tops the very long list of successes and challenges that have defined Buzz Aldrin’s life as a pilot, military man, scientist, astronaut and one of the world’s most forward-thinking futurists. “The world needs to venture outward to satisfy our curiosity, our need to achieve and learn more about our place in this magnificent universe,” says Aldrin. In 2009, the world celebrated the 40th anniversary of Apollo 11. He is one of only 12 astronauts to walk on the moon, and at age 80, is not slowing down. Buzz Aldrin continues to inspire.
Often referred to as the “Academy Awards of Aviation,” the aviation Legends awards gala is produced by Kiddie Hawk Air Academy, a non-profit organization that introduces kids to aviation. The awards ceremony recognizes great work, dedication and accomplishments in aviation. The importance of leadership and commitment to aviation in these challenging times make this recognition event even more significant.
Additional awards presented by the Legends throughout the evening include:
Preston Henne – “Aviation Industry Leader of the Year” – Pres Henne has earned the aviation industry’s highest leadership award. Henne became VP of General Dynamics in July 1999 when the company acquired Gulfstream. He is responsible for Gulfstream’s product program management, engineering, and flight operations. He joined Gulfstream in 1994 and is credited with the design, development and certification of the Gulfstream V aircraft, which was awarded the 1997 Collier Trophy. Henne’s leadership, management and engineering skills have earned him extraordinary respect and admiration throughout the aviation industry.
Elon Musk – “Aviation Entrepreneur of the Year” – South African born, Elon Musk, an American physicist, inventor, entrepreneur, innovator and philanthropist, is best known for founding PayPal, Tesla Motors, and SpaceX. His father inspired his love of technology. In 1999 Musk co-founded x.com, an online financial services and email payments company. He later changed the company’s name to PayPal and sold the company in 2002. Musk founded Tesla Motors, and is Chairman and CEO of the electric sports car company. The company is now developing an economical four-door electric sedan. Musk founded and serves as Chairman and CEO of Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX), which was recently awarded a multi-billion dollar contract with the U.S. Government to develop and build space launch vehicles for NASA to replace the retiring space shuttles.
Joe Clark – “Lifetime Aviation Entrepreneur” – Joe Clark’s early fascination with aviation developed into a lifelong passion. He founded JetAir, the first Learjet distributorship in the Northwest in 1965. His career moved to Raisbeck Engineering where he became VP of Sales. He later partnered with Milt Koult to form Horizon Air, a highly successful Seattle-based regional airline that was purchased by Alaska Airlines. In 1988, Clark, Clay Lacy, and Bruce McCaw formed the Friendship Foundation, raising more than $500,000 for children’s charities, as they set a world speed record flying a 747 around the world. In 1991, Clark and Dennis Washington founded Aviation Partners, inventing and developing blended winglets. Clark’s innovations and entrepreneurial impact reach well beyond the aviation industry. His patented winglets are making a huge ecological impact, saving millions of gallons of fuel and diminishing wear on aircraft engines. A recipient of the Horatio Alger award in 2008, Clark is the only person who has been honored as both Aviation Entrepreneur of the Year and Lifetime Aviation Entrepreneur, receiving the Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2005.
Kermit Weeks – “Bob Hoover Freedom of Flight Award” – As a child, Kermit Weeks was a “dreamer and a designer.” When he was 13, his life’s focus became flight and aircraft. He was always fascinated with technical things. Weeks has the largest private collection of vintage aircraft in the world, with over 140 aircraft. All of these aircraft are well-maintained and flying. As founder of Fantasy of Flight, Weeks is dedicated to teaching young people about aviation and flight. Fantasy of Flight is billed as “the world’s greatest aviation attraction.”
Kurt Russell – “Aviation Mentor Award” – Highly successful life-long actor Kurt Russell says, “Flying has taught me more about who I really am than anything I’ve ever done.” Nearly 22 years into his love affair with flying, he encourages others to fly and mentors many pilots in and out of the entertainment business. He’s positively passionate about learning every aspect of flying. “You know what they say about a pilot’s license? It’s a license to learn.” Kurt continues, “Leave your ego at the door; when you get into a plane, it’s serious business. And yes, it’s a love affair in the air that continues to add joy to my life.”
“I consider being inducted in the Living Legends of Aviation (in 2007) among the most important happenings of my life.” — Aviation Legend Bob Lutz (Co-Chair General Motors)
This year’s celebrity/ Legend attendees include: John Travolta, Bob Hoover, Kurt Russell, Clay Lacy, Morgan Freeman, Dr. Buzz Aldrin, Tom Cruise, Joe Clark, Maj. Gen. William Anders, Cliff Robertson, Tony Bill, Dr. Forrest Bird, Carroll Shelby, James Raisbeck, Linden Blue, Barron Hilton, Sir Richard Branson, Harrison Ford, Gene Cernan, Julie Clark, Dick Rutan, Pat Epps, Greg Herrick, Alan Klapmeier, Bob Lutz, Lee Iacocca, Bruce McCaw, Lorenzo Lamas, Max Moga, Zoe Dell Lantis Nutter, Paul Poberezny, Mike Melvill, Vern Raburn, Si Robin, Frank Robinson, Ed Swearingen, Sean Tucker, Steven Udvar-Hazy, Emily Howell-Warner and Kermit Weeks.
For more information or to purchase tickets please visit: livinglegendsofaviation.org
About Living Legends of Aviation:
The “Living Legends of Aviation” are 70 admirable people of remarkable accomplishment in aviation including: entrepreneurs, innovators, industry leaders, record breakers, astronauts, pilots who have become celebrities and celebrities who have become pilots. The Legends meet yearly to recognize and honor individuals that have made significant contributions in aviation. Living Legends of Aviation is a registered trademark.
About Kiddie Hawk Air Academy:
The event is produced by the Kiddie Hawk Air Academy, a non-profit 501(c)(3) qualified organization. Kiddie Hawk introduces kids ages 5 thru 11 to flight with the Kiddie Hawk Trainer. The Kiddie Hawk Trainer allows kids to take their first flight lesson with the sophistication of motion and control of real flight, piloting their airplane, albeit just a few feet off the ground. Kiddie Hawk follows the students as they progress, making scholarships available as Kiddie Hawk pilots enter actual flight training. The Kiddie Hawk program also introduces youngsters to other aviation related careers.
GE Aviation’s Turboprop Business Takes Off in 2009
January 12, 2010
EVENDALE, OHIO – January 12, 2010 – Since GE’s acquisition in mid-2008, GE Aviation Czech s.r.o., formerly known as Walter Engines, has been busy — launching a new engine, being selected to power a new aircraft, receiving a Czech grant and expanding its services and support network.
Eighteen months ago, GE Aviation acquired certain assets of Walter Engines, a Czech Republic-based manufacturer of small turboprop engines and high precision machined parts for the aviation industry. Renamed GE Aviation Czech, the business has made great strides. Among the highlights:
* New facility and test cells: GE Aviation Czech moved to a 135,000 square-foot facility in Prague in earlier 2009. The facility includes CNC machining centers, EDM and NDT capabilities and a new surface-treatment plant. The most recent addition includes three new automated engine test cells for development, certification and serial production acceptance testing of turboprop engines. About 400 employees work at the new facility.
* H80 engine launch: Immediately after the acquisition, GE launched the H80 turboprop engine, which will produce up to 800 shaft horsepower (shp) to power utility, agriculture and business and general aviation aircraft. The H80 engine combines the elegant, robust design of the M601 engine with GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a more powerful, fuel-efficient, durable turboprop engine with significantly enhancing hot-day takeoff performance and high-altitude cruise speeds. The H80 engine will also feature an extended service life of 3,600 flight-hours and 6,600 cycles between overhauls. Component testing as well as aeromechanical and performance testing are underway. The first engine to test will begin running in the first quarter of this year with certification expected in mid-2010.
* H80-powered Thrush 510: At EAA 2009 in Oshkosh, Thrush Aircraft selected the H80 engine to power an improved version of its 510-gallon, 10,500-pounds gross weight Thrush aerial applicator (crop duster). The H80-powered Thrush 510 is expected to enter service this summer. At National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) last month, Thrush and GE announced the H80-powered Thrush 510 launch customer, a joint venture between Boschung Global AG and Inter Sinex AG of Switzerland. The venture plans to operate the aircraft in Kazakhstan, which is the world’s seventh largest producer of grains and a major exporter of wheat.
* Power 90 and Smyrna Air Center designations: Also announced at Oshkosh, GE Aviation named the Power 90 as the GE Preferred Engine Conversion for the King 90 aircraft and Smyrna Air Center as a GE Designated Engine Installer for the Walter M601E engine on King Air 90 aircraft. Smyrna Air Center of Smyrna, Tennessee, holds the rights to the Power 90 conversion Supplemental Type Certificate (STC). Power 90 is an FAA-approved STC conversion for King Air 90, A90, B90 and C90 aircraft in which the original engines are replaced with the more powerful 751 shaft-horsepower (shp) Walter M601E-11A engines. The E-11A engine delivers faster rates of climb, higher flight levels, faster cruise speed than current engines and lower acquisition and maintenance costs compared with competing conversions.
* Cascade Aircraft Conversions engine purchase agreement: During the NAAA, Cascade Aircraft Conversions signed a formal agreement to purchase M601E-11 and M601D-11 engines from GE for its engine conversion STCs on Thrush and Air Tractor 300, 400 and 500 series aircraft. The engine conversion benefits include lower acquisition and maintenance costs with no fuel nozzles, no hot section inspections, no engine teardown in a wire strike event and improved hot and high performance.
* Premier Turbines repair center designation: GE Aviation also announced at NAAA the selection of Premier Turbines as its Designated Repair Center in North and South Americas for M601 and H80 engines. Premier Turbines will offer heavy repair services, exchange engines and rentals, line replacement unit rotable pools and field service support to all existing and future M601 and H80 engines in the Americas region. GE Aviation will provide the necessary OEM parts to meet Premier Turbines’ needs. Premier Turbines will be ready to accept M601 engines for repair in the first quarter of 2010.
* Czech research grant: The Czech Government awarded research grants valued at about $4 million USD (70 million CZK) to GE Aviation Czech. The grants will assist GE Aviation Czech in incorporating advanced technologies into its existing Walter M601 series engines to reshape the landscape of turboprop aviation. These research grants were the first grants GE Aviation has received from the Czech Government.
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