Israel Aerospace Industries’ Heron UAS Has Flown Across the Andes in a Demonstration Held for a South American Customer
October 23, 2012
Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI) Heron Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) has marked a new achievement last month when crossing the Andes during an operational flight demonstration held in a South American country.
The system successfully demonstrated its advanced abilities for long range missions using Satellite communication for control and activation. The UAS was carrying a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Electro Optical payload for day and night use, and a communication intelligence system. The Heron reliably performed various day and night flights during several days of activity, at ranges extending over 500 km and at altitudes of more than 25,000 ft. The system successfully demonstrated its performance under the extreme weather conditions which are typical to the Andes, including strong winds, very heavy cloudiness and icing conditions.
French Court Rules in Favor of Bell Helicopter
October 19, 2012
Bell 429 Production Skid Gear does not infringe on Eurocopter patent
Fort Worth, TX – October 16, 2012 – Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company announced in the case of Eurocopter vs. Bell Helicopter, a three Judge panel of France’s Tribunal de Grande Instance de Paris recently ruled that the Bell 429 production skid gear does not infringe Eurocopter’s French landing skid gear patent. All Bell 429s have been and will continue to be delivered with the current production gear.
“This ruling by the French court, once again validating the design of the Bell 429 production skid gear, is a resounding victory for Bell Helicopter,” said John L. Garrison, President and CEO of Bell Helicopter. “Integrity is woven into the fiber of our company and we work tirelessly to ensure our actions are consistent with this core value.”
In finding that the Bell 429’s skid gear does not infringe the Eurocopter patent, the French Court dismissed the claims against Bell Helicopter. The Court also ordered Eurocopter to pay the costs of the proceedings, and to pay BHTI and Bell Canada each the sum of €65,000 in costs.
“We intend to continue to vigorously defend the production gear in the pending Eurocopter infringement suit in the U.S. This ruling underscores the Canadian court’s decision in a similar ruling in favor of Bell Helicopter and provides strong support for our position,” said Garrison.
The Bell 429 is the world’s newest and most advanced light twin-engine helicopter. It has set the standard for light twins; delivers exceptional speed, range, hover performance and enhanced safety margins, with comfort and cost management unmatched by any competitor. With superior speed, best-in-class cabin volume, state-of-the-art glass flight deck that enhances crew situational awareness, and Bell Helicopter’s industry leading support and services, the Bell 429 is quickly becoming the preferred aircraft in the light, twin-engine market. The Bell 429 offers superior mission capability and adaptability, and is available in configuration options ranging from VIP to HEMS, law enforcement, utility and oil & gas.
PILATUS PC-12 PILOT MAKES 200TH ATLANTIC CROSSING
October 19, 2012
In a ceremony today at Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd in Broomfield, Colorado,
ferry pilot Roger Engel was honored for his 200th and final PC-12 delivery flight.
Taxiing into Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport under the arches of water jets
fired 40 feet into the air by the airfield’s fire trucks, delivery pilot Roger Engel
was welcomed by the entire staff of Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd. Engel just
completed his 200th delivery of a Pilatus PC-12 to the Broomfield, Colorado
business which handles all completions work for new aircraft being prepared for
customers in North and South America.
Engel’s flight path followed a routine quite familiar to him: 22-hours of total
flight time over 3 days, starting in Stans, Switzerland and making stops in
Prestwick Scotland, Reykjavik Iceland, Kangerlussuaq Greenland, Iqaluit
Nunavit, Thunder Bay Ontario, and finally to his destination just outside Denver.
The ceremony in Broomfield also served a dual purpose: this was to be Roger
Engel’s final flight before retiring as a delivery pilot for Pilatus. Commenting on
this significant milestone, Engel modestly stated, “The PC-12, as usual,
performed flawlessly on the whole flight.” And, on Engel’s 200th and final flight,
he accomplished his mission with a perfect record.
While most of Engel’s trips have been solo, he has been joined on several
occasions by PC-12 owners who want to make the adventurous journey in their
new aircraft. Customers learn a lot sitting next to Roger for 3 days, but Pilatus’
goal is to ensure the ocean crossing is anything but adventurous.
La primera Conferencia de Operadores de Aviones de Misión de Airbus Military reúne a un centenar de asistentes en Sevilla
October 19, 2012
Los participantes proceden de 14 naciones de todo el mundo representando a 18 operadores
El Centro de Instrucción de tripulaciones de Airbus Military en Sevilla acoge hasta el próximo viernes la primera Conferencia de Operadores de Aviones de Misión MP & ISR (patrulla marítima e inteligencia, vigilancia y reconocimiento, por sus iniciales en inglés) de Airbus Military.
A lo largo de este seminario de trabajo, los más de cien asistentes procedentes de todo el mundo expondrán en común y debatirán acerca de su experiencia como operadores de Aviones de Misión de las plataformas CN235 y C295 de Airbus Military en sus versiones de patrulla marítima y vigilancia, así como de operación, en su caso, del Sistema de Misión FITS de Airbus Military integrado en otras plataformas.
Los distintos operadores intercambiarán impresiones y vivencias sobre la operación de las versiones de Vigilancia de la familia de aviones de tamaño medio y ligero de Airbus Military. Asimismo se tratarán también otras cuestiones de interés como los distintos entornos costeros en los que se operan los aviones, los nuevos desarrollos de producto, las tendencias actuales del mercado, los cursos y dispositivos de formación que Airbus Military pone a disposición de los operadores, etc.
Las aportaciones realizadas por los operadores de los aviones de Misión de Airbus Military permitirán extraer conclusiones para desarrollar nuevas mejoras en los aviones y en el propio sistema táctico de misión. Éstas se sumarán a las innovaciones que el personal de Ingeniería y Desarrollo de Airbus Military aporta de forma habitual a estas plataformas para satisfacer cada nuevo requerimiento de sus clientes.
La imagen adjunta muestra a los participantes en la Conferencia de Operadores en el Centro de Instrucción de Airbus Military en Sevilla.
Learjet 75 Aircraft and Global 6000 Jet Take Centre Stage with NBAA 2012 Debut
October 19, 2012
MONTREAL, QUEBEC–(Marketwire – Oct. 17, 2012) – Bombardier Aerospace announced today that its class-defining Learjet 75 aircraft and Global 6000 ultra long-range jet will make their National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) debuts at this year’s 65th annual conference and exhibition in Orlando, Florida, from October 30 to November 1, 2012.
“Our Learjet 75 mock-up and test aircraft are going to generate excitement as we’ve worked to take an already great product and make further improvements with its Bombardier Vision Flight Deck and all-new interior; we know that this jet will make a splash at this year’s show,” said Steve Ridolfi, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “Our Global 6000 demonstrator aircraft has been jetting all over the world for customer demo flights and static displays. And as the industry’s eyes are now turning towards NBAA we are all thrilled at the chance to show the largest gathering of customers and professionals the true Global standard in business aviation.
“We look forward to showcasing our high-performance jets and more news at NBAA 2012,” he added.
Bombardier will present its Global 6000, Challenger 605, Challenger 300, Learjet 85 mock-up, Learjet 75 mock-up, Learjet 75, Learjet 60 XR and Learjet 45 XR business jets in the static display at Orlando Executive Airport, as well as host customers at its static pavilion and at its two-floor exhibit at Booth #900 at the Orange County Convention Center.
Bombardier Customer Services team members will also be on-site to highlight recent expansions to Bombardier’s worldwide support network of more than 65 wholly owned service centres and Authorized Service Facilities, ten parts facilities featuring two distribution hubs in Chicago and Frankfurt and a growing number of Regional Support Office locations that house internationally deployed service and support professionals.
“This past year, Bombardier has made great strides in bolstering our international support presence, parts availability and robust 24-7 capabilities at our wholly owned service centres in North America,” said Eric Martel, President, Bombardier Customer Services & Specialized and Amphibious Aircraft. “NBAA will serve as another valued opportunity to meet with the operator community and share further deployment updates and aftermarket program initiatives.”
Learjet 45 XR aircraft: The Learjet 45 XR business jet is second to none in terms of speed and range with its eight-to-nine passenger cabin(i). It is the only jet in its class to offer true double-club seating and retains the Learjet look with the performance to match. This jet will whisk four passengers and two crew 1,971 nm (3,650 km) and connect cities such as Miami and Guadalajara(i).
Learjet 60 XR aircraft: A proven model that combines performance, comfort, value and technology to a new level in the midsize category, the Learjet 60 XR aircraft delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr) with superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs(i). This jet can rapidly fly its passengers above the traffic and make use of the more favourable winds up at 51,000 ft (15,545 m) which translates into time savings as a result of less traffic and turbulence. When loaded with four passengers and two crew it will fly 2,405 nm (4,454 km) and is able to fly Miami to Cayenne(i), French Guiana.
Learjet 75 aircraft: The Learjet 75 jet features the pioneering Bombardier Vision Flight Deck with an interior influenced from its bigger stablemate the Learjet 85 aircraft. This jet will soar above the traffic with a maximum altitude of 51,000 ft (15,545 m) and is capable of more than 2,000 nm (3,704 km) and is able to fly between Miami and Aspen(i).
Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight to ten passengers. Its 3,065 nm (5,676 km) range connects Miami with Seattle non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease(i). The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry-into-service in 2004.
Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Miami to London, and also from Miami to Santiago(i).
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower(ii) and the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck means no other purpose built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Miami with Tahiti or Cairo non-stop, with eight passengers and three-to four crew(i).
PR – A Delegation of US hi-tech & Tech. Bloggers, guest of MFA, Began Their Tour in Israel at IAI
October 19, 2012
A delegation of leading US bloggers in the areas of technology, innovation and hi-tech began yesterday their tour in Israel with a visit to Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to view IAI’s latest advanced technologies.
The delegation, which will stay in Israel for a week, was invited by Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the Israeli consulate in New York to strengthen ties and expose the visitors to Israel’s achievements and capabilities as a leading-edge technologically sophisticated country in both innovation and entrepreneurship.
During the visit to IAI, the delegation’s members were presented with IAI’s advanced capabilities in the development and production of satellites and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) including a robotic butterfly – IAI’s micro UAS. The project’s engineers conducted a demonstration flight of the robotic butterfly, which is only 20 cm long, weighs a mere 12 grams, and is designed to fly in confined spaces.
Daniel Zonshine, director of MFA’s Public Affairs department: “The MFA is in the middle of a process intended to position Israel as an inherently innovative country. Naturally we thought of IAI as a leading organization which epitomizes these qualities”.
2012 AUSA – IAI will present various integrated solutions at AUSA exhibition, October 22-24, Wash. DC
October 19, 2012
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will present various integrated solutions at the 2012 Annual Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Meeting & Exposition in Washington, DC, from October 22-24, 2012 (IAI North America – Booth #1739).
IAI’s exhibit will include advanced radars, tactical unmanned aerial and loitering systems; HD electro-optical payloads, network-centric laser-guided weapons, ground target acquisition and designation systems and more, providing ground forces with focused and effective solutions which best answer their needs in today’s ground battlefields.
Pilot training: ATR obtains the first certification in France under the new EASA rules
October 19, 2012
ATR’s Training Center today obtained the FR.ATO.0001 certificate. This makes it the very first training organization in France to meet the new European “PART FCL” standards, which now define the EC regulations for pilots’ licenses. ATR thus becomes the first “Approved Training Organization” in France under this new regulation put forth by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
The certificate was presented to ATR by the French Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGAC), which validated the implementation of these new rules by ATR. These rules require restructuring the organization of pilot training and revision of the training manuals, which are now harmonized on a European scale, as well as the integration of a new safety management system in the framework of pilot training. In France, approximately 800 organizations are concerned by these new regulations. These organizations include aircraft manufacturers, airlines, training centers and flying clubs, for which pilot training is also a part of their activities.
Ms. Florence Rousse, Civil Aviation Safety Director, highlighted “ATR’s high degree of responsiveness in order to comply with the new EASA regulations as quickly as possible.” And added: “This first certification in France will no doubt have a very positive effect on the other organizations, with the aim of ensuring full compliance between now and end of April 2013, the deadline for making the transition to this new regulation.”
Mr. Lilian Braylé, ATR’s Senior Vice-President Product Support & Services, was “delighted to have obtained the very first ATO certification in France. This certification underlines the quality of the training offered and the modern nature of the tools made available to our students. With the growth of the ATR fleet worldwide, we owe it to ourselves to guarantee excellence in the trainings we offer. Obtaining this new certification fits into this context of high standards and illustrates the responsiveness that we demonstrated to implement it.”
Roll-In Ceremony of the new SSJ100 to be completed in the hangar of SuperJet International in Venice
October 19, 2012
Tessera – Venice October 19th 2012
On October 19th 2012 the Roll-in Ceremony of the first Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) aircraft, which arrived in Venice for completion, was held in the hangar of SuperJet International (SJI).
The SSJ100, developed and built by Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Company (SCAC), a Sukhoi and Alenia Aermacchi Company, landed at Venice Marco Polo airport on October 6th 2012 for completion, customization and delivery to the first western customer, the Mexican airline Interjet, at the SuperJet International’s facility.
The SSJ100 (MSN 95023), a state-of-the-art 100-seat regional jet, was presented for the first time to the local and national authorities in its green configuration.
In the next months SuperJet International will be responsible for the new interiors “Supplemental Type Certificate” (EASA STC) achievement, as well as the customization and painting activities on Interjet aircraft, which will be accomplished at the SJI completion center in Tessera, Venice. As requested by the customer, SSJ100 interiors will be marked by Pininfarina Italian style.
“This Roll-In Ceremony represents the beginning of a new industrial activity in Venice, which confirms the strategic role and value of Tessera aeronautics premises for the entire Italian aeronautic sector” states Carmelo Cosentino, President and Chairman of the Board of SuperJet International.
“After a long period of preparation, we are really proud to welcome the first Interjet SSJ100 in Venice. This important milestone proves the outstanding level of team-work between Italian and Russian partners with the merging of know-how and experiences” says Nazario Cauceglia, Chief Executive Officer of SuperJet International.
Interjet signed a contract for the purchase of 20 SSJ100 aircraft with a configuration of 93 seats. The order has a total value of 700 million dollars, including the 5 options converted in firm orders at the recent Farnborough airshow in London.
SuperJet International plans to complete and deliver the first Interjet SSJ100 in March 2013. In November 2012 the first FFS simulator will arrive in Venice and it will be installed at the SJI Training Center to enable the Mexican carrier’s pilots to start training in January 2013.
The SSJ100 aircraft is a competitive product in terms of low fuel consumption, low operating costs and maximum comfort.
The Sukhoi Superjet 100 is currently the most important industrial program between the Russian Federation and the rest of the world in the field of the civil aviation.
Vector Aerospace brings on board Chris McDowell as VP of Sales and Marketing
October 16, 2012
Richmond, BC – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services, Inc. (Vector – www.vectoraerospace.com), one of the world’s leading independent providers of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for rotary wing aircraft is pleased to announce that Chris McDowell has joined the Helicopter Services North America team as Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Chris has extensive experience in the MRO industry as the former VP of Sales and Business Development with Heli-One and prior to that with CHC Helicopter, where he was responsible for developing and implementing strategic sales plans. He comes to Vector with considerable knowledge in business development and sales thus making him an ideal candidate for this position.
We are confident that with Chris’ past experience combined with his strong interpersonal skills, his proven leadership and his strategic approach will help Vector increase its presence while simultaneously enforcing our reputation as a leader in the global MRO market.
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