MOONEY NAMES NEW WARRANTY AND PARTS PERSONNEL
March 2, 2010
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February 25, 2010, Kerrville, Texas— Mooney Airplane Company has appointed new personnel in the key areas of warranty and parts supply. Missy Dominguez was promoted to the position of Warranty Manager, and Glenda Thompson replaces Ms. Dominguez as Supply Chain Specialist which includes service parts support. Both positions are based at the factory in Kerrville, Texas.
Missy Dominguez joined Mooney Airplane Company in 1997. She served for more than ten years in the service parts department in key roles, most recently as Service Parts Manager. Her background at Mooney also includes coordinating warranty claims.
“My entire career at Mooney has been customer focused,” says Ms. Dominguez. “Customer satisfaction has always been and will continue to be my number one priority.”
Glenda Thompson brings a wealth of purchasing and parts management experience to her new role as Supply Chain Specialist. Mrs. Thompson began her career at Mooney in 2005 and had previous experience in the aviation and automotive industries. Her roles at Mooney have included Master Scheduler, Production Planner and Buyer.
Mooney Airplane Company continues to provide support to the more than 8,000 aircraft owners flying today despite the harsh economic climate.
Bombardier Expands Business Aircraft M&O Conferences Internationally
March 2, 2010
Cessna Completes Full Acquisition of CitationAir
March 2, 2010
WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 22, 2010 Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today it has completed its acquisition of CitationAir, a business aviation solutions company originally called CitationShares.
The original company was started in 2000 as a joint venture between Cessna and TAG Aviation Holding SA with each holding a 50-percent share. Cessna had gradually acquired a greater share through the past decade and today announced acquisition of the final 8 percent. Terms of the transaction were not released.
CitationAir is a business aviation solutions company offering jet cards, jet shares, aircraft management and customized solutions for individuals, businesses and corporate flight departments. CitationAir took its new name last year to better reflect the changes to its business model adopted through the years that give customers more choice and flexibility in meeting their business aviation requirements and to strengthen its alignment with Cessna.
“Because of CitationAir’s innovative products, Cessna is able to offer customers an even wider range of lift solutions, whether the need is to buy their own new or pre-owned jet or for a customized lift plan giving them access to CitationAir’s fleet of Cessna Citations,” said Jack J. Pelton, Cessna chairman, president and CEO.
With this move, CitationAir becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of Cessna but maintains its separate operation. Customers will continue to work directly through CitationAir for access to their comprehensive portfolio of products.
CitationAir is based in Greenwich, Conn. and operates a fleet of 80 Citation models throughout North America.
Bell STC Taps Available Power to Boost 407 Performance
March 2, 2010
HOUSTON (Feb. 20, 2010) – Operators of Bell Helicopter’s 407 can use a new supplemental type certificate to increase the hot-and-high performance of that light, single-engine helicopter.
Bell, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, on Feb. 18 gained approval of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) No. SR095531RC-D, which allows an increase of the 407’s useful load by more than 400 pounds. Alternately, it may be used to increase the 407’s in-ground-effect hover by about 3,000 feet. Those gains come with no loss of operational safety margin.
The STC will be available through Bell affiliate Aeronautical Accessories, Inc.
The STC draws on excess power available from the 407’s Rolls-Royce 250-C47B engine to support revisions of the 407’s performance charts for in-ground-effect and out-of-ground-effect hover. Specifically, it uses available power for up to 10 percent above minimum-specification engines for outside air temperatures up to 51.7 degrees C (125 degrees F).
The performance boost requires no hardware or software changes to the aircraft or its engine. It also results in no change to time between overhaul or warranty costs because no engine limits are changed.
The STC includes a Flight Manual Supplement (FMS-8) and an instrument panel placard explaining that the 407’s generator load must be reduced below 50 amps to use the revised hover performance charts. A 407’s typical generator load is 30 amps.
Sikorsky Aerospace Services Teams with LORD Corporation for Worldwide Distribution Agreement
March 2, 2010
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 22, 2010 – Sikorsky Aerospace Services at Heli-Expo today announced the signing of a worldwide supply agreement with LORD Corporation of Cary, N.C., to distribute the LORD high-capacity laminate (HCL) elastomeric bearings for aftermarket aerospace applications. Sikorsky Aerospace Services is the aftermarket business of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
Helicopter Support, Inc. (HSI), a business unit of Sikorsky Aerospace Services, will be the exclusive worldwide distributor of LORD HCL bearings for Sikorsky S-61™, S-70™ and S-92® helicopters and variants of these models. Through Sikorsky Aerospace Services’ extensive global network, this teaming expands worldwide availability of LORD products for military and commercial applications.
“This distribution agreement with LORD offers greater parts availability, resulting in faster turnaround and increased flight readiness for our customers. In our relentless effort to provide the best support in the industry, collaborating with LORD adds another solution to our single point of contact for customers,” said Samir Mehta, president of Helicopter Support, Inc.
Offering reduced vibration levels, LORD bearings require no lubrication. By reducing overhaul time and unscheduled maintenance – while extending part-life cycle – customers can lower their operating costs.
“LORD Corporation is excited about its exclusive agreement with HSI to support the family of Sikorsky S-61, S-70 and S-92 helicopters,” said Joseph Marotta, vice president of LORD Americas. “By collaborating with the dedicated HSI team, we will enhance customer support and shorten lead times by offering in-stock material availability to the users of Sikorsky’s helicopters.”
With sales in excess of $700 million, LORD Corporation is a privately held company that designs, manufactures and markets devices and systems to manage mechanical motion and control noise and vibration; formulates, produces and sells general purpose and specialty adhesives and coatings; and develops products and systems using magnetically responsive technologies.
S-92® Helicopter Enters into Service in Brazil for Offshore Oil Market
March 2, 2010
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 22, 2010 – The S-92® helicopter has entered into the offshore oil market in Brazil, following the well established work of another Sikorsky Aircraft product already serving that industry in the region. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).
Petrobras, one of the largest oil companies in the world, has been using Sikorsky helicopters through their contracts with Líder Taxi Aéreo S.A. Air Brasil and Brazilian Helicopter Services (BHS) to serve the offshore and onshore oil markets there for more than three decades. These companies have flown Sikorsky products, beginning with the S-58T™ helicopter, since the 1970s.
“The offshore oil industry is one of the industries where Sikorsky Aircraft products play a critical role in the missions they perform,” said Carey Bond, President, Sikorsky Global Helicopters. “These aircraft fly day and night to bring employees to oil platforms and rigs, and today we are pleased to announce that the S-92 helicopter has joined the fleet of S-76 helicopters that have been flying well and serving these Petrobras customers for 20 years.”
Líder operates more than 30 Sikorsky helicopters in support of offshore oil operations in Brazil. Most of those have been S-76 helicopters, but the company recently added the S-92 to its fleet.
BHS has been another important customer for Sikorsky in Latin America, having placed into service the hard-working S-92 helicopter just last month. With two S-92 helicopters already in Brazil, additional aircraft are expected to enter into service with Petrobras throughout this year.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., USA, is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacturing, and service. United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., USA, provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems.
The VIH Aviation Group of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada today announced the purchase of two new Eurocopter EC225 long-range heavy helicopters. The new twin-turbine helicopters will support its expansions plans in the Australian offshore oil and gas sector and be flown by HNZ Cougar Helicopters Pty. Ltd., a new joint venture.
March 2, 2010
The VIH Aviation Group of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada today announced the purchase of two new Eurocopter EC225 long-range heavy helicopters. The new twin-turbine helicopters will support its expansions plans in the Australian offshore oil and gas sector and be flown by HNZ Cougar Helicopters Pty. Ltd., a new joint venture.
“The addition of the new EC225 aircraft to our fleet signifies our commitment to the rapidly growing offshore oil and gas industry in Australia and around the world,” commented Mr. Ken Norie, President and CEO of VIH Aviation Group. “VIH is the only Canadian controlled helicopter operator offering the EC225; we have a long history of being the Canadian launch customer for Eurocopter’s products, and are proud to extend this partnership by adding the EC225 to our fleet.”
The EC225 offers offshore oil and gas industry superior speed, range, payload, optimal safety and reliability. The helicopter is the latest generation of the Super Puma/Cougar family, which has flown more than 4 million flight hours. The EC225 can accommodate up to 19 passengers for offshore crew change flights.
“We are extremely proud that VIH Aviation Group continues to place its confidence in Eurocopter and has chosen the EC225 for oil and gas operations. It marks the return of Cougar to the Super Puma family on which the company had accumulated such a recognized expertise in the harsh operational conditions of Newfoundland. VIH’s selection of the EC225 serves as confirmation that our product evolutions are well received by the operators and the market”, remarked Lutz Bertling, President and CEO of Eurocopter Group.
The EC225 is certified to the latest JAR29 standards, the state-of-the-art avionics and autopilot system minimize the pilot’s workload and ensure crews can perform cost effective missions, with absolute confidence.
The EC225 is powered by two Turbomeca Makila 2A1 turbine engines with FADEC digital engine control with dual duplex channels to ensure the highest level of reliability.
More than 85 units of the EC225 family have been delivered to 25 customers in 18 countries, the majority for transportation use by the offshore oil and gas sector.
“As VIH Aviation Group continues to expand its global footprint to provide offshore oil and gas helicopter services, the addition of the EC225 to our fleet is the right operational decision,” said Senior Vice President Offshore Oil and Gas, Mr. Rick Burt. “We believe the EC225 is the aircraft best suited to our mission requirements in Australia and we look forward to their arrival.”
Through its operating entities – VIH Helicopters Ltd. and Cougar Helicopters Inc. – the VIH Aviation Group currently flies 72 single and twin-engine helicopters, with over 20 more aircraft on order, from strategically located bases throughout Canada, Alaska, the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, South America and Australia.
The company’s new Eurocopter EC225 helicopters will be flown by HNZ Cougar Helicopters Pty. Ltd. which is a joint venture launched in October 2009 that combines the strengths of the Canada’s VIH Aviation Group and New Zealand’s HNZ Helicopters to serve the Australian offshore market.
One of North America’s oldest and most experienced helicopter operators, the privately owned VIH Aviation Group began serving customers along Canada’s rugged Pacific coast in 1955 and subsequently expanded globally. VIH Aviation Group is globally recognized for its superior all weather, deep water, offshore capabilities developed in North America through its operating company Cougar Helicopters which began offshore operations in 1990 and has almost 20 years experience flying in some of the most inhospitable offshore operating environments in the world.
The VIH Aviation Group also provides contract offshore search and rescue services, and serves a broad range of helicopter charter markets including forestry, oil and gas, air ambulance, mineral exploration, aerial construction and tourism.
CAE launches CAE 3000 Series helicopter mission simulators
March 2, 2010
Heli-Expo attendees receive advance preview of new immersive simulator experience which will be available for civil helicopter training this summer
HOUSTON, TEXAS–(Marketwire – Feb. 20, 2010) – (NYSE:CAE)(TSX:CAE) – CAE today announced at the Helicopter Association International (HAI) Heli-Expo conference that the company is launching a family of new, affordable helicopter mission simulators for the previously underserved civil helicopter market. The first CAE 3000 Series simulator will be available for training by the summer of 2010.
CAE is demonstrating a fixed-based version of the new CAE 3000 Series at Heli-Expo (booth #2045).
“This new CAE simulation capability offers unprecedented realism for helicopter-specific mission training, including offshore, emergency medical services, law enforcement, long line, high-altitude, corporate, and other operations,” said Jeff Roberts, CAE’s Group President, Civil Simulation Products, Training and Services. “The CAE 3000 Series solution is designed for a market which currently conducts most training in the aircraft and has been seeking new ways to improve safety and efficiency. We have developed the product family with extensive input from our Helicopter Advisory Board, which includes pilots, operators, manufacturers, and insurers.”
The CAE 3000 Series is designed to address emerging global standards for helicopter flight simulation training devices (FSTD) in development by an international working group sponsored by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The new CAE helicopter mission simulators will meet or exceed current regulatory requirements, including U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) Level D or other levels according to customer training needs. The CAE 3000 Series simulators are part of a comprehensive suite of simulation-based training solutions for the civil helicopter market. The portfolio includes full-flight simulators, flight training devices, integrated procedures trainers, desktop virtual flight and maintenance trainers, and self-paced computer-based training and e-learning courses.
The CAE 3000 Series features CAE’s industry-leading three-degree-of-freedom vibration platform, as well as a CAE Tropos-6000 visual system with direct projection dome, high-definition commercial off-the-shelf projectors, and up to a 220-degree horizontal by 80-degree vertical field of view display system with chin window coverage.
CAE is the first to incorporate artificially intelligent human form and moving vehicle dynamic simulation for civil helicopter training tasks and mission scenarios.
List prices for the CAE 3000 Series will depend on the helicopter configuration and customer training requirements and will range from less than US$4 million to approximately $10 million.
CAE awarded contract by Skymark Airlines for Boeing 737-800 full-flight simulator
March 2, 2010
MONTREAL, QUEBEC–(Marketwire – Feb. 19, 2010) – (NYSE:CAE)(TSX:CAE) – CAE today announced that it has sold a CAE 7000 Series full-flight simulator (FFS) for the Boeing 737-800 aircraft to Skymark Airlines. This contract, in addition to the contract announced today with Turkish Airlines, brings the total FFS sales that CAE has announced so far during fiscal year 2010 to 16.
The Boeing 737-800 FFS, as well as a brief-debrief station, will be delivered to Skymark’s main base at Tokyo International Airport in Haneda, Japan by the end of 2010. Skymark currently uses a CAE-produced 737-800 FFS which was delivered last year.
“We are very pleased that Skymark Airlines has again chosen a CAE solution to meet their growing training requirements,” said Jeff Roberts, CAE’s Group President, Civil Simulation Products, Training and Services. “Skymark’s ‘Safety First’ management principle is reinforced by their emphasis on the highest-fidelity simulation to enhance pilot safety and operational efficiency.”
The simulator will incorporate a full six-degree-of-freedom CAE True electric motion system and new-generation CAE Tropos-6000 visual system, including liquid crystal on silicon (LCoS) projectors and 200- by 40-degree field-of-view visual display. The simulator will be certified to Level D, the highest qualification for flight simulators.
“Clearly we are quite satisfied with the performance of our first full-flight simulator and the best-in-class customer service we receive from CAE,” said Shinichi Nishikubo, President and CEO of Skymark Airlines. “CAE has continued to enhance their 7000 Series product with new capabilities that address our training needs, and we look forward to taking quick delivery.”
Skymark Airlines is headquartered in Tokyo and operates scheduled passenger services on Japan’s regional routes. And Skymark Airlines is operating five routes from Haneda Airport as their main base. It plans to develop Kobe Airport into a regional hub, and intends to fly routes from Kobe to Sapporo, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Nagasaki, Kagoshima and Naha.
Turkish Airlines acquires CAE 7000 Series Boeing 777-300ER full-flight simulator
March 2, 2010
ISTANBUL, TURKEY–(Marketwire – Feb. 19, 2010) – (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE)CAE and Turkish Airlines, a member of Star Alliance, today announced that the airline has purchased a CAE 7000 Series full-flight simulator (FFS) representing the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft from CAE.
The Boeing 777-300ER FFS will be delivered to the Turkish Airlines (THY) Flight Training Centre at Istanbul International Ataturk Airport in 2010, along with a CAE Simfinity Integrated Procedures Trainer (IPT) for the Boeing 737NG. The contract renews a relationship between Turkish Airlines and CAE which began in 1997.
Dr. Temel Kotil, CEO and Member of Board of Turkish Airlines said there will be more simulator orders to bring Turkish Airlines Flight Training Facility a global brand. CAE’s early delivery and competitive offer for such state of the art device was the key factor for selecting CAE as B777-300ER simulator supplier.
“We are very pleased that Turkish Airlines has selected CAE’s new generation flight simulation solutions,” said Jeff Roberts, CAE’s Group President, Civil Simulation Products, Training and Services. “CAE has been proud to serve THY’s flight training needs for more than a decade, and look forward to being a strong partner as Turkish Airlines continues to grow its global business.”
The Boeing 777-300ER FFS is expected to be qualified to JAR Level D, the highest standard for full-flight simulators, by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of Turkey and other National Aviation Authorities.
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