Thrane & Thrane: AVIATOR Offers In-flight Connectivity to South American Aviation Market
August 17, 2011
LABACE 2011, 11-13 August, São Paulo Brazil, Booth: 4019
AVIATOR portfolio presented at LABACE
Leading satellite communications equipment manufacturer Thrane & Thrane is highlighting capabilities of its AVIATOR SwiftBroadband portfolio during this year’s LABACE. The cutting-edge AVIATOR product family supports the use of Inmarsat’s SwiftBroadband service aboard the widest range of aircraft possible, offering a solution to meet a host of customer needs in terms of bandwidth, equipment size and budget.
“LABACE offers an excellent platform to present the AVIATOR product range to the South American aviation market for the first time. With the recent certification of the AVIATOR 200, Thrane & Thrane now offers a comprehensive portfolio of SwiftBroadband solutions which support a broad range of user requirements for connection speed, equipment size and budget for communications in both the cockpit and the cabin,” comments Andy Beers, Director of Aeronautical Sales Americas, Thrane & Thrane.
Thrane & Thrane’s product range includes the AVIATOR 700 and AVIATOR 350 High Gain Antenna (HGA) options, AVIATOR 300 with Intermediate Gain Antenna (IGA) and the exceptionally compact and lightweight AVIATOR 200 Low Gain Antenna (LGA), which is the first SwiftBroadband 200 system to be fully approved for use aboard a range of leading bizjets having already received STCs for Beechcraft King Air 200, Cessna 500 – 560XL and Citation 525/525A aircraft types.
As the general aviation market in South America continues to grow, Thrane & Thrane is seeking to expand its reach in the region with the appointment of several new partners due to be announced following LABACE.
Beers continues, “To support our growing customer base in Brazil and South America, it is essential that we expand our network of distributors and dealers to ensure dedicated and locally focused service can be provided. The appointment of new partners to further support our existing network will ensure we are well-positioned to respond to increasing customer demand for in-flight connectivity within this significant region.”
Piaggio Aero and Algar Aviation introduce the P.180 avanti II to Brazil
August 17, 2011
Algar Aviation becomes the exclusive Brazilian distributor and Service Center
São Paulo, August 11th 2011 – Piaggio Aero and Algar Group jointly announced today that Algar Aviation has become the exclusive distributor of Piaggio Aero for the sales and service of the Piaggio P 180 Avanti II aircraft in Brazil.
Algar Aviation, part of the Algar Group, already represents TBM in the country, and commences their partnership with the Italian brand Piaggio Aero by presenting the P.180 Avanti II aircraft at LABACE 2011, which is being held between August 11th and 13th in São Paulo, Brazil.
The Piaggio Aero P.180 Avanti II aircraft has received both type and production certificates, from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Authority – Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC). Algar and Piaggio Aero have announced that the first P 180 Avanti II aircraft customer delivery to Brazil will occur during September 2011.
With a unique, contemporary and bold design, the Piaggio Aero P 180 Avanti II is the fastest and the most advanced twin-engine turboprop in the world. The aircraft, which can carry up to nine passengers, is capable of flying at a maximum speed of 402 kts, 745 km / h. It has a range of more than 2,700 kilometers and can fly up to a flight ceiling of 41,000 feet. The full stand up cabin is the most spacious, comfortable and quiet in its class.
The Piaggio P180 Avanti II has twin-turboprop Pratt & Whitney Canada engines that are well known and supported in Brazil. They provide superior performance and fuel economy that deliver low operating costs and give up to 40% reduction in fuel consume when compared to similar aircraft. This in turn also means 40% less carbon emissions, making the aircraft environmentally friendly with a true green focus. As well as its contemporary design the aircraft is able to offer many sophisticated and personalized on board options such as access to broadband internet, map systems, cell telephone, full reclining seats as well as a broad portfolio of customized options at customers request.
Algar Aviation, who provides aircraft maintenance, charter and sales, increased their business by 137% in 2010 when compared to 2009. “2010 reflected the improvement in the aviation industry after a period of financial crisis. The expectation for 2011 is that the performance will be even better in Brazil”, said Rogério Montalvão, CEO of Algar Services.
Commenting on the appointment of Algar as the official Piaggio Aero distributor for Brazil, Piaggio Aero Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi said,”We are very proud to be associated with such a renowned Brazilian group as Algar. They have a wonderful reputation and are passionate about their business and the quality of service they provide to their customers. Without doubt they will develop and grow the Piaggio Aero business in Brazil very quickly and, create great awareness of what an ideal aircraft the P180 Avanti II is for this key South American market”
Besides the sale of Piaggio Aero aircraft, Algar Aviation will also be responsible for the maintenance of all Piaggio P 180 Avanti II in Brazil, from their facilities in Uberlandia and Belo Horizonte. Today, they maintain more than 200 aircraft of various makes at these two fully equipped maintenance centers.
CIT signs firm order for 50 A320neo aircraft
August 17, 2011
Top leasing companies continue to favour A320neo
CIT Aerospace, a unit of CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT), a global leader in transportation finance has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for the 50 A320neo family aircraft, which it had committed to at the 49th Le Bourget airshow on 21st June 2011.
This deal brings the total number of Airbus aircraft ordered by CIT since 1999 to 237 comprising 191 A320 Family aircraft (including the 50 A320neo aircraft), 41 A330s, five A350 XWBs of which 144 have been delivered so far.
“This A320neo order with Airbus allows CIT Aerospace to continue to add young and technologically-advanced aircraft to our portfolio, enabling us to provide the modern, fuel efficient aircraft that our customers demand,” said C. Jeffrey Knittel, President of Transportation Finance at CIT.
“This latest order from CIT underscores the leasing market’s continuing strong appetite for modern, fuel efficient and reliable aircraft”, said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “In the short to medium haul segment, the A320neo family with 15 percent lower fuel consumption, is not only good for business but also for the environment”.
Close to 7,700 A320 Family aircraft have already been ordered and more than 4,700 delivered to more than 330 customers and operators worldwide reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload at a given range.
The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family entering into service from 2015 and incorporates latest generation engines and large “Sharklet” wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel savings. This reduction in fuel burn is equivalent to 1.4 million litres of fuel – the consumption of 1,000 mid size cars. This saves 3,600 tonnes of C02 per aircraft per year, the amount of C02 absorbed by 240,000 mature trees. The A320neo NOx emissions are 50% below CAEP/6 and this aircraft also has considerably a smaller noise footprint.
Bombardier Plans New Regional Support Office in Brazil
August 17, 2011
– Move strengthens company’s service and support infrastructure in Latin America
– Aircraft-On-Ground line maintenance capabilities for Learjet 60 aircraft now available in Mexico
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL–(Marketwire – Aug. 10, 2011) – Bombardier Aerospace today announced that it will be opening its first Regional Support Office (RSO) in Latin America for its business aircraft customers by year’s end. This full-scale RSO will be located in Sao Paulo, Brazil, alongside Bombardier’s already-established parts depot and Authorized Service Facility (ASF), OceanAir Taxi Aereo. The new facility is part of Bombardier’s global plan to provide international customers with access to regional support services in their own time zones and languages.
“In order to compete globally, you must be prepared to commit and deliver locally,” said Andy Nureddin, Vice President, Customer Services and Support, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “With this new RSO, we will be able to resolve customer issues more quickly, mitigate risks before they become issues and further improve support to our growing customer base in the region.”
The new RSO will bolster Bombardier’s support in Latin America in light of existing and anticipated regional growth. It will be staffed with Bombardier Business Aircraft employees, including an RSO Manager, a Field Service Representative (FSR) and a Customer Service Account Manager (CSAM). A Customer Liaison Pilot and additional FSRs will be added to the RSO staff later in 2012.
Bombardier’s business aircraft fleet in Latin America consists of more than 475 Learjet, Challenger and Global aircraft, 180 of which are in South America, with a significant proportion based in Brazil.
“The support needs of the Latin American market are evolving as business aviation is experiencing sustained growth in the region,” said Fabio Rebello, Regional Vice President, Sales, Latin America, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “This new RSO is a timely and critically important addition to the overall support structure for our current and future customers in Latin America.”
Bombardier’s RSO network for business and commercial aircraft includes locations in Mumbai, India; Tokyo, Japan; Sydney, Australia; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, China; and Munich, Germany.
Boosting maintenance support for Learjet aircraft in Mexico
Aerovitro, one of Bombardier’s two ASFs based in Mexico, is expanding its Aircraft-On-Ground (AOG) line maintenance capabilities to include Learjet 60 aircraft. This new capability augments Aerovitro’s current certification as a full ASF for Challenger 300, Challenger 604/605 and Global Express aircraft. Aerovitro has been a part of Bombardier’s Authorized Service Facility network since August 2010 and employs a staff of 16 technicians. Bombardier’s second ASF in Mexico is Servicios Aereos Estrella based in Toluca.
Raising the bar in service and support
Bombardier Customer Services is a leader in aftermarket service and support for Bombardier aircraft and has consistently raised the bar to support its growing customer base. Its far-reaching global service network consists of 64 maintenance facilities in 27 countries, and superior aircraft parts availability is sustained by ten parts depots on five continents. Bombardier has nearly 190 field service and support staff deployed internationally – more than any other Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Bombardier is also the only jet manufacturer providing wholly owned pilot and technical training on its aircraft, with a network of nine facilities worldwide. This extensive support offering is complemented by its leading cost-per-flight-hour budget protection solutions – Smart Services – celebrating its 25th anniversary. Business and commercial aircraft customers also benefit from Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) services in Belfast, Dallas and Wichita.
BLR AEROSPACE CERTIFIES NEW KING AIR 200GT ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE PACKAGE™
August 9, 2011
EVERETT, Wa., August 8, 2011 – BLR Aerospace, an industry-leading provider of performance enhancement systems for OEMs including Hawker Beechcraft and Bell Helicopter, has earned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for its new Ultimate Performance Package™ (UPP) for the King Air 200GT twin turboprop aircraft.
The Ultimate Performance Package was developed in partnership with Hawker Beechcraft Corporation and includes the BLR Winglet System, Hartzell’s latest 4-blade composite propeller, and the Raisbeck Ram Air Recovery System. Each individual system has already earned a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and these have been integrated under BLR’s Ultimate Performance Package STC, which includes an FAA-certified Flight Manual Supplement allowing operators to take full advantage of the combined performance improvements. EASA and ANAC certification is pending.
Hawker Beechcraft is marketing the same aftermarket upgrade as the 200GTR. In a recent interview with Flightglobal, Brian Howell, vice president for strategic aftermarket integration for Hawker Beechcraft Services Global Customer Support, likened the GTR’s enhanced performance to that of a King Air 250. “The upgrade makes the aircraft a King Air 250,” said Howell. “It can take-off from a 2,100ft [640m] runway giving it access to 1,100 more airports worldwide than the B200GT,” he said, adding that it provides additional safety margin and operational flexibility on longer fields.
“The Ultimate Performance Package is just that,” said Dave Marone, BLR’s vice president of Sales and Marketing. “These certified upgrades provide measurable advantages that combine to multiply productivity for operators who demand the most from their assets.”
With the package installed, modified King Air 200GTs can take off at sea level over a 50-foot obstacle in 2,100 feet, which is 23 percent (400 feet) less than a standard aircraft, opening smaller runways previously inaccessible to King Air 200GTs. In addition, the UPP installation reduces fuel burn by nearly eight percent in climb; increases maximum mach operating speed up to 36 knots for faster descent; and increases range by over 225 nautical miles at max range power.
The BLR Winglet System adds lightweight, composite winglets and a small wing span extension, reducing drag and improving low-speed handling. This translates into fuel savings or increased climb and cruise speeds and high altitude stability, as well as lower takeoff and landing speeds that widen safety margins and improve short-field performance.
The Ram Air Recovery System enhances induction, which allows the PT6A-52 engine to maintain more available torque at higher density altitudes.
The Hartzell 4-blade composite propeller, with 93-inch blade diameter, reduces weight and contributes to improved short field and climb performance, while providing the strength and durability expected from modern composites.
FIDAE 2012 launches its Coordination Center for Commercial Meetings
August 5, 2011
Friday, August 05 2011
FIDAE 2012 launches its Coordination Center for Commercial Meetings
In order to offer the exhibitors different tools that will allow them to increase their business opportunities and generate contacts, FIDAE launched an efficient Coordination Center for Commercial Meetings, which in addition to a renewed bilateral meeting system, will make the exchange between exhibitors, VIP guests, authorities, trade guests and professional delegations much more easier. The purpose of these innovations is to support and to strengthen the commercial ties between each one of the assistants to the fair.
If you want to know something more about FIDAE’s Coordination Center for Commercial Meetings, or if you wish to come to the fair as a guest or as a part of a professional delegation, please contact Patricia Trivelli, to the following mail ptrivelli@fidae.cl
FIDAE Press Department /Av. Diego Barros Ortiz 2.300/ Pudahuel /Phone 562- 8739797/Santiago de Chile. www.fidae.cl prensa.fidae@fach.cl
FIDAE lanza su Centro Coordinador de Encuentros Comerciales
August 5, 2011
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA Nº 11
Viernes, 05 de agosto de 2011
FIDAE 2012 lanza su Centro Coordinador de Encuentros Comerciales
Con el objetivo de poner a disposición de los expositores diferentes herramientas que les permitan aumentar sus oportunidades de negocio y generar contactos, FIDAE lanzó un Centro Coordinador de Encuentros Comerciales que, junto a un renovado sistema de reuniones bilaterales, facilitará el intercambio entre expositores, invitados VIP, autoridades, invitados profesionales y delegaciones profesionales. El objetivo de estas innovaciones es apoyar el fortalecimiento de lazos comerciales entre cada uno de los asistentes a la feria.
Si usted desea conocer algo más acerca del Centro Coordinador de Encuentros de FIDAE y quiere asistir como invitado o delegación profesional, por favor contáctese con Patricia Trivelli, al siguiente correo ptrivelli@fidae.cl
Departamento de Prensa FIDAE /Av. Diego Barros Ortiz 2.300/ Pudahuel /Fono 562- 39797/Santiago de Chile. www.fidae.cl prensa.fidae@fach.cl
Sukhoi Superjet 100 Flight Simulator available for pilots training in Russia
August 1, 2011
Moscow, August 1st, 2011
The new Full Flight Simulator of SSJ100 aircraft has been put in place in Zhukovsky, Moscow Region, by
the Training Center managed by SuperJet International, the joint venture between Alenia Aeronautica – a
Finmeccanica Company – and Sukhoi Holding.
The FFS is the advanced device produced by French manufacturer Thales, replicating the SSJ100
cockpit and enabling pilots to achieve the SSJ100 Type Rating training without using the real aircraft.
The new FFS “Reality 7” is equipped with LCOS Projectors for the Visual System, Electro-Hydraulic
Motion System and new IOS Station with improved ergonomics.
After an initial period of test, the FFS will reach the approval by Rosavjacia as “Level C” per JAR FSTD.
The training of Russian pilots on the device will start accordingly, within October 2011. The EASA
certification at the same level according to JAR FSTD will follow. At a second stage, the device will be
upgraded to the “level D” which is the maximum level of certification for the FFS according to JAR FSTD
A regulation.
“We are very proud for having reached this challenging milestone” – states Carlo Logli, CEO of SuperJet
International – “This represents a further sign of the great level of cooperation we have managed to
achieve with our partner Sukhoi Civil Aviation Company SCAC. Our joint effort is allowing our Training
Center in Zhukovsky to continue the training of Aeroflot pilots by utilizing this highly technologically
advanced training tool. This is certainly a major improvement for the Sukhoi Superjet 100 program”.
“The new SSJ100 FFS is providing the pilots community in Russia with an outstanding opportunity” states
Mr. Vladimir Prisyazhnyuk – President of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company – “The utilization of this new
device, in fact, enables pilots which are already certified on Russian commercial aircraft, such as Tu-134,
Tu154 or An-24, to increase their rating without flying the real SSJ100. This means a professional step
ahead performed in a totally safe environment and at cost effective conditions. Russian pilot will take
good advantage of the services rendered by our partner SuperJet International in Zhukovsky”.
SJI has established a Training Center made up of two facilities, one in Venice (Italy) and one in Moscow,
(Russian Federation). Both SJI training center locations will be equipped with the same training devices
and tools which permit to provide the high quality training services in compliance with safety regulations.
In 2012 two other SSJ100 FFS will be delivered by Thales: one to be positioned at Aeroflot Training
Center at Sheremetyevo Airport (Moscow) and the other to be installed at the SuperJet International
Training Center in Venice, Italy.
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