Sky Airline Becomes Newest Airbus Operator in Latin America
May 31, 2010
Chilean Airline adds two A320-200s to its fleet
Sky Airline, Chile’s second largest carrier providing passenger, postal and cargo air transport services since 2002, began flying an Airbus A320-200 May 31 to cover domestic and international routes. Sky Airline received two A320-200s earlier this month, and is expected to start operating the second Airbus A320-200 by end of June.
Based in Santiago, Chile, Sky Airline flies to many of the country’s top destinations, including Arica, Iquique, Calama, Antofagasta, El Salvador, Copiapó, Concepción, Temuco, Puerto Montt, Balmaceda and Punta Arenas. Sky Airline also has international flights to Arequipa, Peru and La Paz, Bolivia. With the addition of two Airbus A320-200s, Sky Airline will increase international routes throughout Latin America and continue charter flights.
“We are confident we selected the right aircraft for our future development and are impressed with the support from Airbus”, said Holger Paulmann, Director of Sky Airline.
“Airbus is proud to be part of Sky Airline’s growth strategy,” said Rafael Alonso, Senior Vice President, Airbus Latin America and the Caribbean, “The A320-200 is the perfect addition to Sky’s fleet with the widest coverage of seating capacity, preferred cabin space and incredible dispatch reliability.”
With well over 6,000 aircraft ordered and more than 4,000 delivered to more than 200 operators, the Airbus A318, A319, A320 and A321 make up the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family and are the preferred choice with traditional airlines and passengers, as well as with the fast-growing low-cost carrier market for which it is now the reference.
Airbus has trained 18 of Sky Airline’s pilots to operate the Airbus A320-200s at its state-of-the-art training center in Miami, which recently welcomed a new Airbus A320 Family Thales Reality7 Level D full flight simulator and has another on the way, as part of its ongoing commitment to provide a complete range of integrated training solutions.
Sky Airline’s latest Airbus additions come during an important growth period for Chile. According to the 2010 Airbus Global Market Forecast, Chile’s traffic growth is 47 percent above 2000 levels, almost twice the traffic growth rate of all of Latin America.
The addition of modern fleets is a growing trend led by Chile in Latin America. The average age of Chilean passenger fleets is 8.9 years, compared to an average age of 10.6 throughout Latin America.
Airbus has seen its most successful period in Latin America in the last five years, with 300 aircraft sold and a record backlog of over 200 aircraft orders to be delivered to its Latin American customers. Today, almost 370 Airbus aircraft are flying with 22 Latin American airlines, this representing around 42 percent of the fleet in service.
A leading aircraft manufacturer with the most modern and comprehensive product line on the market, Airbus is a global company with design and manufacturing facilities in France, Germany, the UK and Spain, as well as subsidiaries in the U.S., China, Japan and Middle East.
BLR Aerospace Announces Astounding Performance Improvements, Newly FAA-Certified, for Bell UH-1 FastFin
May 27, 2010
Everett, Wash., May 27, 2010 — The Federal Aviation Administration has certified increased hover performance for UH-1H helicopters equipped with the FastFin™ Tail Rotor Enhancement and Stability System and Lycoming T53-13B engines.
FAA certified data shows that operators who install FastFin on their UH-1 helicopters (with Lycoming T53-13B engines) may increase their useful load by 57 percent at 10,000 feet and 11 percent at sea level. They will also realize significant safety, stability and wind azimuth benefits.
“This is a great solution for UH-1 operators who often face challenges with anti-torque control above 4,000 feet density altitude,” said Dave Marone, vice president of sales and marketing for BLR Aerospace. “FastFin is a mission-critical enhancement that will improve their operations in an immediate and measurable way.”
FastFin’s benefits are dramatic for those who fly UH-1s in high-density altitude conditions. At 14,000 feet, for example, an operator could increase useful load by 780 pounds. Sea-level operators, on a 30 degree Celsius day, see a useful load increase of 500 pounds.
Installation of the FastFin™ Tail Rotor Enhancement and Stability System involves modifying a helicopter tailboom with two parallel strips (known as Dual Tailboom Strakes), and reshaping the vertical fin to optimize airflow around the tailboom. These changes improve safety, useful load, stability, and wind azimuth tolerance to operators who fly the modified aircraft.
FastFin is available for Bell 204, 205, 212, Huey II, and most UH-1 derivatives as an aftermarket upgrade, and additional certifications are under way.
“No matter the mission, today’s operators are looking for every competitive advantage,” Marone said. “FastFin provides significant blocks of operating altitude that were previously out of reach for the UH-1. This technology helps operators achieve maximum return on their capital investments.”
FastFin systems are in operation worldwide. In 2009, the U.S. State Department installed FastFin systems on 10 Bell HUEY-II helicopters operating in Afghanistan and subsequently placed a follow-on order for 20 additional systems.
ROLLS-ROYCE CELEBRATES NEW SUCCESS IN TWO-SHAFT ENGINE RESEARCH PROGRAMME
May 27, 2010
Rolls-Royce has celebrated the successful running of the latest core engine build in its E3E (efficiency, environment, economy) two-shaft research programme.
E3E is developing leading-edge technologies which increase engine temperature, pressure ratio and component efficiencies, together with a 25 per cent-plus increase in thrust to weight ratios.
These technologies are designed to reduce fuel burn and CO2 emissions by 15 per cent, compared to similar engines currently in service. E3E lean-burn will also reduce NOx emissions as part of the companys drive to meet ACARE (Advisory Council for Aeronautics Research in Europe) targets of a 60 per cent reduction by 2020.
The programme is designed to address future customer needs in the corporate and narrowbody sectors.
The latest Core, 3/2b, has produced excellent results during 40 hours of running at Stuttgart University altitude test facility, far exceeding flight envelope requirements.
Kaman Helicopters Awarded Army Contract for Unmanned Helicopter Enhancements
May 27, 2010
BLOOMFIELD, CT, May 27, 2010 – Kaman Aerospace Corporation (Kaman) announced today that the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC), has awarded a $2.9M contract to Kaman’s Helicopter Division. The contract will develop enhanced mission capabilities for the Unmanned K MAX helicopter.
“Under the contract, Kaman Helicopters will be adding mission equipment to a test aircraft that helps elevate the reliability of unmanned aircraft to the standards the K-MAX attains in commercial operations,” stated Terry Fogarty, general manager, Unmanned Aircraft Systems Product Group for Kaman Helicopters. “While this is not a deployment contract, it continues our efforts as we prepare for a potential opportunity for a military deployment later this year.” Kaman’s commercial operators boast 98-99 percent availability rates in the harsh helicopter logging environment, where K-MAX rotorcraft deliver 6,000 pound loads 20 to 30 times per hour. A single K-MAX often moves more than one-million pounds of timber in a single day, and has exceeded two-million pounds in a single day on numerous occasions.
The 2010 Unmanned K-MAX AMRDEC program takes the next step toward fielding a deployable system in a military environment, with primary focus on those operations in theater. Because of the geographically dispersed nature of the U.S. and coalition forces, manned aviation assets are often over extended. Unmanned K-MAX potentially provides technological solutions to supplement these constrained assets by using a VTOL UAV to relieve manned aviation assets from flying some missions, such as resupply, thereby releasing invaluable manned aviation assets for more demanding operations. These concepts address current high priority U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command capability gaps.
Under its own funding, Kaman is developing autonomous pick-up technologies that will allow the Unmanned K-MAX to attach loads without human intervention. The development will also provide for pin-point delivery as determined by the soldier on the ground. “This type of technology could have many uses, including autonomous collection of retrograde after dropping off supplies, reducing soldier exposure to enemy fire,” stated Sal Bordonaro, president of Kaman Helicopters.
Kaman designed the K-MAX helicopter to deliver sling loads up to 6,000 pounds at sea level, and more than 4,300 pounds at 15,000 feet. Lockheed Martin’s mission management and control systems give the K-MAX helicopter unparalleled flight autonomy in remote environments and over large distances.
In January, Kaman and Lockheed Martin conducted a U.S. Marine Corps demonstration where multiple loads were placed at precise locations using sling-load delivery methods with the Unmanned K-MAX. Kaman and Lockheed demonstrated their four-hook carousel system during that demonstration, autonomously placing four separate loads at four separate locations.
Kaman recently conducted 11 cargo airdrop tests from 300 feet to 400 feet above ground level, in partnership with the U.S. Army’s Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC), where Kaman again used its four-hook carousel system, and during one flight, demonstrated four airdrops in a single mission.
Kaman Helicopters is a division of Kaman Aerospace Corporation, a subsidiary of Kaman Corporation (NASDAQ-GS: KAMN). Founded in 1945 by aviation pioneer Charles H. Kaman, and headquartered in Bloomfield, Connecticut conducts business in the aerospace and industrial distribution markets. The company produces and/or markets widely used proprietary aircraft bearings and components; complex metallic and composite aerostructures for commercial, military and general aviation fixed and rotary wing aircraft; safing and arming solutions for missile and bomb systems for the U.S. and allied militaries; subcontract helicopter work; and support for the company’s SH-2G Super Seasprite maritime helicopters and K-MAX medium-to-heavy lift helicopters. The company is also a leading distributor of industrial parts, and operates nearly 200 customer service centers and five distribution centers across North America.
The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC) has awarded a $2.9M contract to Kaman’s Helicopter Division to develop enhanced mission capabilities for the Unmanned K‑MAX helicopter.
A400M to make its first public appearance at ILA Berlin Air Show 2010
May 27, 2010
Latest Airbus product developments on display
Celebrating its 40th anniversary of ongoing innovations, Airbus will be at the ILA Berlin Air Show, taking place at Schönefeld Airport from June 8th to 13th.
Visitors will be able to get an exclusive first glimpse of the A400M, the all-new airlifter for the 21st Century and Airbus Military’s latest development. The airlifter, which is capable of performing tactical, strategic and tanker missions, will be on static and flying display during the first two days of the airshow, leaving on the 10th June.
From June 11th, the “new Queen of the Skies”, the A380, will take over. During the A380 flying display you will be able to experience the unique quietness of this all-new eco-efficient airliner – a true good neighbour for each and every airport.
Airbus and Airbus Military will be present at the EADS Chalet (17-23) to welcome guests.
Media will be welcomed in the EADS Press Chalet (24-25).
On the EADS stand (Hall 7), visitors can learn more about Airbus and Airbus Military products and innovations. They will find an interactive tool featuring all Airbus commercial aircraft family products including Airbus Military’s, as well as a cut-away model of the A320P2F (Passenger to Freighter conversion). A full scale cross section of an A400M fuselage and a full scale mock-up of the A350 XWB’s cabin housing an audio-visual theatre showing Airbus’ latest innovations “shaping efficiency” are also on display. Airbus experts and specialists will be available to discuss innovations at the Forum on the stand.
Throughout the ILA week Airbus will be holding events designed to give students and recent graduates in an aerospace, engineering or an engineering-related business discipline the chance to discuss career opportunities at Airbus.
For the latest update on market trends, on Wednesday 9th June at 10:00, Airbus will hold a press conference starting at 10.00, in room A in the Press Centre, followed by an Airbus Military press briefing. Commercial announcements can be expected during the course of the week.
Volcanic ash disruption to air travel costs US$5bn in global GDP
May 27, 2010
Report shows far-reaching economic impacts of volcanic ash crisis
Nearly US$5 billion in global GDP has been lost to air travel disruption caused by the Icelandic volcano eruption, according to a report launched today at the World Travel and Tourism Council’s 10th Global Travel & Tourism Summit in Beijing, China.
The study by leading economic forecasting consultancy Oxford Economics finds that passengers, airlines and the destinations themselves were not the only losers in the recent airspace shutdown. In the first week after Eyjafjallajokull spewed a giant ash plume into the sky, the temporary closure of large portions of European airspace resulted in US$4.7 billion of lost global GDP. The roughly 5,000 further flights cancelled through to 24 May added a further five percent to that figure, which represents the damage done to economies around the globe.
Speaking at the event Adrian Cooper, CEO at Oxford Economics, said: “The far reaching impacts of the recent disruption to air transport have of course been felt acutely by travellers, airlines and destinations. But the impact has also been felt by those who rely on goods that are imported and exported by airfreight, and on general production and productivity. This report shows the integral role aviation plays in the basic and every day functions of society and commerce.”
‘The Economic Impacts of Air Travel Restrictions Due to Volcanic Ash’ reports that for the seven-day period from 15-21 April, more than 100,000 fewer flights crossed European airspace than in the previous week, representing a 53 percent fall. Net aviation sector losses amounted to US$2.2 billion after accounting for deferred travel; net visitor expenditure losses tallied US$1.6 billion after accounting for monies spent by stranded passengers is taken into account. With more than seven million passengers and nearly all international regional travel involving Europe affected, the wider economic impacts have been felt across the globe.
Summary of regional economic impacts of one-week aviation shutdown:
• Americas: US$957 million in GDP
• Asia: US$517 million in GDP
• Europe: US$2,632 million in GDP
• MEAF: US$591 million in GDP
Cooper explained: “Beyond the direct effects on airlines and destinations, economies worldwide have been damaged indirectly as suppliers to the sector realise indirect losses. Further, economic output is reduced as lost employee income translates into lower downstream consumer and business spending. In addition, there’s lost output from staff stranded and unable to work – some US$490 million – and international trade has suffered severely, particularly for ‘just-in-time’ production and perishable goods such as exotic fruit and fresh-cut flowers.”
Two such examples are the US$112 million estimated to have been lost by Korean component suppliers and the US$65 million estimated to have been lost by African countries because of the loss of airfreight on perishable good exports. Behind the numbers, there is also the impact on the communities who depend on such activity for their livelihood.
Rainer Ohler, SVP Public Affairs & Communications, at leading aircraft manufacturer Airbus commented: “Today, many of the benefits of air transport are so integrated into the social and economic fabric of our society that they are taken for granted. The Oxford Economics study shows the catalytic impact of air travel – to trade, investment, tourism and productivity – and the need to ensure its sustainable future. A cloud from Eyjafjallajokull has made this clear at least.”
These findings echo a more detailed study published last year by Oxford Economics, which highlighted that aviation supports US$1.5 trillion in global GDP; 33 million jobs worldwide and 35 percent of world trade.
EU and Latin America Will Strengthen Cooperation in Civil Aviation
May 27, 2010
At a joint European Union – Latin America
Civil Aviation Summit that took place in
Rio de Janeiro, two “joint declarations” with
Latin American aviation leader were signed,
that lays the foundation for closer cooperation
in civil aviation between the European Union
and Latin America.
The Latin American air transport market is
forecast to be among the fastest growing in
the world over the next 20 years and therefore
of increasing strategic importance to the EU
and its industry.
A Memorandum of Understanding with the Latin
American Civil Aviation Commission(LACAC) was
signed which will enhance cooperation between
Latin America and the European Union in Aviation.
Both sides agreed to develop a joint action plan
before the end of this year setting out the concrete
action of cooperation.
Mr. Siim Kallas, Vice President of EU commission
and responsible for Transport, together with Brazil’s
Minister of Defence, Mr. Nelson Jobim, and Mr. Jose
Blanco, Transport Minister of Spain, welcomed that
the negotiations of two agreements between Brazil
and the European Union have successfully finalised:
An agreement on air services – a so called “horizontal
agreement, and an agreement on aviation safety.
The horizontal agreement modernises the legal
framework and establishes full legal certainty for all
air carriers operating flights between Brazil and the EU.
The aviation safety agreement will expand cooperation
in all areas of safety, facilitating trade in aeronautical
products and services.
The two agreements are expected to be signed at the
EU-Brazil Summit in Brasilia on 14 July.
The EU – Latin America Aviation Summit brought together
more than 300 leading representatives of the Latin American
and EU aviation sectors.
The summit provided a platform for identifying areas of priority
and way for closer European Union – Latin America aviation
cooperation.
Israel Rafalovich
Revista Aerea Abril/Mayo 2010
May 26, 2010
Revista Aerea Abril/Mayo 2010
May 26, 2010
EMBRAER 190 JET WILL BE EXHIBITED AT THE 3rd BRAZILIAN CIVIL AVIATION FAIR
May 25, 2010
Event will take place at Congonhas Airport, in São Paulo, May 29 and 30 São José dos Campos, May 24, 2010 – Embraer participates in the 3rd Brazilian Civil Aviation
Fair (www.FeiradeAviacaoCivil.com.br), May 29 and 30, at Congonhas Airport (CGH), in São
Paulo. The event was created in 2008 for the purpose of bringing information on the aviation
world to the general public. The first edition was held in Brasília, and the second in Rio de
Janeiro, in 2009. This year, Embraer will display the well-received EMBRAER 190
commercial jet, which is a member of the E-Jets
family that operates in Brazil in the livery of
Azul and TRIP airlines.
“As in the previous editions, Embraer could not miss supporting this event that has been
growing in importance, both for the aviation market and the public, in general, who are
interested in aviation,” said Emilio Matsuo, Embraer Executive Vice President, Technology.
“For Embraer, this is another excellent opportunity to showcase the EMBRAER 190 jet and the
E-Jets family, which are aircraft that now fly in the livery of some of the world’s main airlines.”
The E-Jets family consists of four airplanes with capacities for 70 to 122 passengers. Their
modern design, with two seats on each side of the corridor, eliminates the undesirable middle
seat. The absence of supports under the seats and the existence of ample overhead bins offer
passengers more space and comfort. The airplane also has an entertainment system with
individual monitors, and has the most advanced technology, in terms of onboard avionics,
with an electronic fly-by-wire control system.
Every year, the Brazilian Civil Aviation Fair attracts more and more people. There were over
20,000 visitors at the first edition, and 50,000 last year. At this edition, Embraer will also
present a traveling display that summarizes the history of the Company that was founded in
1969. The fair is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and there is no entrance fee. People can
collaborate with the organizers by donating one kilogram of non-perishable food.
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