LAN and TAM Debut New Unified Cabin Design
April 2, 2014
· Two aircraft in the LAN and TAM fleet, an Airbus A320 and A321, respectively, are the first to feature the new design on domestic flights within South America
· These are the first unified cabin designs for LATAM Airlines Group
· LATAM Airlines Group will also receive new long haul aircraft that feature the new designs starting in 2015.
Santiago, March 27, 2014 – LAN Airlines and its affiliates and TAM Airlines, members of LATAM Airlines Group, unveiled the new unified design for their cabins today.
Two aircraft already feature the new design including a LAN Airbus A320, servicing domestic routes within Chile and a TAM Airbus A321, servicing domestic routes within Brazil.
Moving forward, all of the new Airbus A320 and A321 short-haul aircraft will feature the new cabin interior and seats, giving passengers more space and comfort.
The fabric for the seats in the short-haul cabins was designed incorporating four colors and two different leather textures. For the new long-haul cabins, the fabric incorporates more cloth elements to create maximum comfort for longer flights.
Beginning in 2015, LATAM Airlines Group will incorporate two new aircraft models into the long-haul fleet with the Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A350-900 that will feature the new cabin design and offer two classes of service, Economy and Premium Business
The new unified cabin design is one of the most tangible examples of standardization between the two airlines since the merger. With a focus on a comfortable and welcoming experience, the design was inspired by South America’s colors and textures combining elegant natural tones that reflect the passionate culture and warmth of the region.
Jerome Cadier, Marketing Vice-President, LATAM Airlines Group, said, “We hope our passengers continue to enjoy the experience of flying with LAN and TAM and that they share the same passion we have for flying.”
LATAM Airlines Group collaborated on this project with prestigious international design consulting firm Priestmangoode, known for its vast experience in the aviation, railway and hotel industries among others.
With the new cabin design, LAN and TAM strengthen their global presence and their leadership in bringing the best of South America to the world.
“Every element was carefully selected and designed to include the best elements of the countries in the region to create a world class project. With these objectives in mind, the rich wood textures of the Amazon are present in several elements throughout the cabin, including part of the floor and details on the seats. The fabric, textures, colors, and patterns are reminiscent of the beautiful landscapes of our region. Even the iconic beaches of Ipanema were a source of inspiration for the cabins”, added Cadier.
Bell Helicopter Opens New Composite Facility in Broussard, LA
April 2, 2014
LAFAYETTE, LA – Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday announcing its newly-constructed composite facility in Broussard, LA. The new facility represents a $4.5 million investment by Bell Helicopter and was achieved through collaboration with the Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA).
“At Bell Helicopter, we are committed to providing exceptional value throughout the aircraft’s lifecycle,” said Eric Cardinali, executive vice president, Bell Helicopter Customer Support and Services. “To do this, we need to have the right talent and resources in place to meet our customer’s aftermarket requirements and to accommodate the future growth and capabilities we consider to be core to our customer support and services offerings.”
The new 28,000 sq. ft. facility was specifically designed for Bell Helicopter’s composite manufacturing capabilities, which include manufacturing new composite panels, as well as repair and overhaul of existing panels for much of Bell Helicopter’s current and legacy fleet. The company implemented lean manufacturing processes throughout the facility to improve efficiencies and reduce lead times.
“We were pleased to work with the Louisiana Economic Development Authority on this project,” said Cardinali. “LEDA was very involved, and we appreciate their support and collaboration.”
“I appreciate the opportunity to be here today and to share in the grand opening of Bell Helicopter’s new composite building in Broussard,” said Gregg Gothreaux, president & CEO, Lafayette Economic Development Authority. “This is the result of a team effort on the part of Bell Helicopter, LEDA, and the Lafayette and Acadiana parishes and their commitment to growth in the region.”
The SSJ100 confirms its superb performance
April 2, 2014
SuperJet International – joint venture between Alenia Aermacchi and Sukhoi Holding, responsible for the sales of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 in the Western markets, along with after-sales support and training – is pleased to provide the results of the first 6 months of operations with the Mexican airline Interjet.
Starting from the Entry Into Service in September 18, 2013 with the first two aircraft and up to March 8, 2014 the five SSJ100s in service with Interjet have shown intensive operations, accumulating over 4.000 flight hours and over 3.800 flight cycles during their commercial operations.
Throughout this period the aircraft experienced not even one cancellation and confirmed a dispatch reliability of 99% (98,95%), thanks also to an efficient and reliable after-sales solution developed by SuperJet International with a modular and flexible array of services, capable of providing customers with 24/7 support for spares, tooling and technical queries.
“We are extremely proud of the Superjet’s performance – states Mr. Nazario Cauceglia, Chief Executive Officer of SuperJet International – our Customer Services’ organization is working hard and doing well to guarantee the maximum reliability. Not only we are flying, but we are flying well. In the second half of 2013 we also made significant improvements in the supply and delivery chain. Our goal now is to deliver 11 aircraft to Interjet by the end of the year”.
The SSJ100 aircraft are operated from Mexico City to various Mexican destinations: Torreon, Aguascalientes, Campeche, Minatitlan, Manzanillo, Zacatecas, Mazatlan, La Paz, Reynosa and Palenque. The longest flight performed is Mazatlan-Mexico City (1H 43’), while the shortest one is Mexico City- Aguascalientes (0 H 42’). The maximum utilization in a day was over 11 flight hours.
“This aircraft is the perfect choice for Interjet airline – says Jose Luis Garza, Chief Executive Officer of Interjet – it provides greater comfort than other aircraft in the regional market as well as outstanding fuel consumption and improved maintenance costs. The SSJ100 great performance will allow us to start the first flights across the United States border on longer routes soon”.
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in fact, provided Interjet with the authorization to fly the SSJ100 from Mexico to North America. With 6 SSJ100 aircraft in its fleet, Interjet is currently planning to introduce the new regional jet on new routes to the USA.
Textron Aviation activities at Sun ‘n Fun 2014
April 2, 2014
WICHITA, Kan., March 26, 2014 – Cessna and Beechcraft, part of the Textron Aviation segment of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT), will feature several of their popular aircraft at this year’s Sun ‘n Fun event April 1-6 in Lakeland, Fla.
Aircraft on display
Beechcraft Baron G58
Beechcraft Bonanza G36
Beechcraft King Air 250
Beechcraft King Air 350i
Beechcraft King Air C90GTx
Cessna Turbo Stationair
Cessna TTx
Cessna Grand Caravan EX
Company executive interviews
Joe Hepburn, Textron Aviation senior vice president, Piston Aircraft, will be available for interviews throughout the show.
Airbus Defence and Space y Enaer firman un acuerdo en el salón aeronáutico de Fidae para extender su existente cooperación en el mantenimiento y modernización de aviones
April 2, 2014
Airbus Defence and Space y Enaer firmaron hoy en Chile un Acuerdo de Colaboración que les permitirá ampliar las ya existentes actividades conjuntas en materia de mantenimiento y modernización de aviones, potenciando actividades como el Centro de Mantenimiento de aviones C212 o la modernización de la flota de aeronaves C101.
El acuerdo suscrito hoy por la empresa aeroespacial europea y la compañía chilena, que colaboran desde hace más de 30 años, tiene como objetivo final estrechar los vínculos industriales entre ambas empresas, teniendo en cuenta las necesidades de las Fuerzas Armadas de Chile, además de permitir que Enaer obtenga la homologación como Centro Proveedor de Servicios de la aeronave C212.
La empresa aeroespacial europea, dentro de su política de establecimiento de un “MRO Network”, ha identificado a este respecto a Enaer como posible socio local preferente para realizar las labores de mantenimiento de aviones C212, comercializados por Airbus Defence and Space y pertenecientes tanto a la flota chilena como a otros países de la región de América Latina.
El Acuerdo de Colaboración fue firmado hoy por el Director Comercial de Military Aircraft en Airbus Defence and Space, Antonio Rodríguez Barberán, y el Director Ejecutivo de Enaer General de Brigada Aérea, Henry Cleveland. El evento tuvo lugar en el marco de la decimoctava edición de la Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio, Fidae, que se realiza desde el 25 al 28 de marzo en el Aeropuerto Arturo Merino Benítez de Santiago de Chile.
“Ha sido una gran satisfacción firmar este Acuerdo de Cooperación con Enaer, una empresa con la que tenemos unos estrechos lazos históricos. Hoy reforzamos así nuestra cooperación no solo con esta empresa, sino con todo el sector aeronáutico chileno, que está precisamente reunido estos días en esta nueva edición de Fidae”, destacó Antonio Rodríguez Barberán.
Airbus Defence and Space y Enaer cuentan con una larga y fructífera colaboración desde los años 80, cuando empezaron a trabajar conjuntamente en los programas de adquisición de las Fuerzas Armadas de Chile. Su cooperación se ha extendido a varios ámbitos, desde la co-fabricación del C101 a la producción de piezas para los aviones CN235 y C295, el desarrollo de sistemas embarcados y la prestación de servicios de mantenimiento para el C212.
Mexican Navy places initial order for Beechcraft T-6C+ trainers
April 2, 2014
WICHITA, Kan., March 25, 2014 — Beechcraft Corporation, part of the Textron Aviation segment of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT), announced today it has received an initial order from the Mexican Navy Secretaría de Marina (SEMAR) for two T-6C+ military trainers. This purchase represents the first step in modernizing the Mexican Navy’s fixed-wing aviation fleet and follows a recent expansion of the Mexican Air Force training fleet to include 12 T-6C+ aircraft. The Navy trainers are scheduled for delivery in the summer of 2014.
In addition to the aircraft, Beechcraft’s Global Mission Support organization is working on a second contract with SEMAR that is expected to include two years of parts support, training for pilots and mechanics, and the placement of Field Service Representatives who will provide technical expertise and training to maintenance personnel.
“We are pleased to expand the reach of the T-6C+ to a second military fleet customer in Mexico with this initial order from the Mexican Navy,” said Russ Bartlett, senior vice president, Defense. “SEMAR not only recognizes the value of a proven, reliable airframe with the T-6C+ in standing up its new training capability, but this selection also acknowledges the significant benefits our Global Mission Support team offers in providing on-the-ground service, support and training for the fielded aircraft.”
The T-6C+ features a hard-point wing, Heads-Up Display, Up-Front Control Panel, an integrated glass cockpit and an advanced Esterline CMC Cockpit 4000 avionics suite that greatly expands advanced training opportunities. The systems are integrated with a Hands-On Throttle and Stick (HOTAS), providing the student pilot and instructor with a simpler interface to the digital cockpit. The CMC Cockpit 4000 avionics suite is the first in its class to incorporate a fully integrated and FAA-certified dual FMS/GPS navigation suite that meets the required navigation performance standards for current worldwide airspace equipment. The open architecture design of the Cockpit 4000 provides the flexibility to expand capabilities and continuously meet current and future training needs.
In addition to accommodating instruction in instrument flight procedures and basic aerial maneuvers, the T-6 delivers world-class training capability that is appropriate for teaching the most basic introductory flight training tasks through the more challenging and complex advanced training missions that could previously be accomplished only in far more expensive jet aircraft. The T-6 has been used to train pilots, navigators, and weapons systems operators from more than 20 countries around the world. To date, Beechcraft has delivered more than 825 T-6 trainers, which have amassed more than 2.2 million flight hours.
Cessna Aircraft Company debuts latest aircraft at FIDAE
April 2, 2014
WICHITA, Kan., Mar. 25, 2014 – Cessna Aircraft Company, part of the Textron Aviation segment of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT), is this week displaying four of the company’s newest Cessna aircraft to attendees of the International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE) in Santiago, Chile.
The Cessna TTx, Cessna Grand Caravan EX, Citation M2 and Citation Sovereign+ are all on show to FIDAE visitors for the first time.
Bob Gibbs, vice president, Sales, Latin America, says: “We fully expect all four aircraft to become firm favorites in the region. Cessna Citations, for example, are already the most popular business jets in South America, with a fleet of over 720 Citations delivered to the region. As our aircraft on display this week show, we continue to listen to our customers and invest in new products and upgrades.”
The Cessna TTx is the world’s fastest commercially produced and certified fixed-gear single-engine aircraft, offering a top speed of 235 ktas (270mph). TTx owners can enjoy flying the aircraft nonstop on routes including São Paulo (Brazil)-Buenos Aires (Argentina).
With a range of 1,467km (792nm), the Grand Caravan EX offers passengers the convenience of flying nonstop on routes such as Buenos Aires-Asunción (Paraguay). The aircraft offers more horsepower than the original Grand Caravan and can undertake a great variety of missions in hard-to-access areas of the world, including demanding Latin American terrain.
The entry-level Citation M2 business jet, which only entered service in December 2013, has already been ordered by customers in Argentina, Venezuela and Brazil. The aircraft offers a maximum cruise speed of 400 ktas (460mph) and a range of 1,300nm. The M2 can operate at airports with runways as short as 3,250 feet.
An ideal aircraft for the Latin America region, the nine-passenger Citation Sovereign+ offers a range of 5,556km (3,000nm) and can fly nonstop from, for example, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) to Panama City or from Caracas (Venezuela) to Lima (Peru).
Bombardier Delivers First Global 6000 Aircraft to Mexico-Based Operator
April 2, 2014
MONTREAL, QUEBEC–(Marketwired – March 25, 2014) –
Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this Press Release.
Bombardier’s Global aircraft family celebrated a significant milestone with the entry-into-service of its first Global 6000 business jet to be operated from Mexico. The aircraft was delivered to Aero Angeles S.A de C.V., an aircraft operator based in Mexico, during a special ceremony at Bombardier Aerospace’s facility in Montreal.
“We are delighted to see the first Global 6000 jet to enter service in Mexico,” said Stephane Leroy, Regional Vice President, Sales, Latin America, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “The Global 6000 aircraft has a solid reputation in the industry and is the clear leader in its segment, offering a unique combination of performance, range and cabin comfort. This aircraft provides the world’s leading companies with the ultimate business tool to make most out of their business missions.”
“Mexico and Latin America are key markets for Bombardier and we are proud to see our leading fleet of business jets grow even further,” he added.
Over the next 20 years, Bombardier forecasts over 2,300 business jet deliveries for the overall business aviation industry in Latin America(+). The demand, driven by economic growth, globalization and the increase in the number of billionaires in those markets, is expected to rise even further. With the industry’s most comprehensive product portfolio and a commitment to leadership in customer satisfaction, Bombardier continues to grow its leadership position in the business aviation industry. From light jets to large, ultra long-range aircraft, Bombardier offers a solution to all customers, whatever their requirements may be.
Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet’s unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with an optional stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveler comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Toluca with Paris, non-stop, with six passengers and three to four crew(i).
AJW Aviation signs CFM56-7 Fan Blade Exchange Agreement
April 2, 2014
London, 25th March 2014: AJW Aviation, the leading independent complete aircraft spares support specialist has signed a CFM56-7 fan blade exchange agreement with Danish airline Primera Air. The five year agreement covers the airline’s entire fleet, consisting of six Boeing 737-800s and two 737-700s. Founded in 2003, Primera Air is headquartered in Copenhagen and offers flights to over seventy destinations worldwide.
Steve Williams, Director of Aircraft Engine Services, comments “AJW’s fan blade exchange service will enable us to provide flexibility and security to Primera Air, allowing them to reduce inventory and operational costs, whilst maximising time on the wing. Stock will be regionally located across their global network and will be available on demand 24/7 through our rapid response exchange programme.”
The AJW Fan Blade Set Exchange Service is part of a growing portfolio of engine repair management services and benefits from the AJW Group’s worldwide logistics support. AJW delivers quick-turn engine fan blade solutions across multiple CFM56 platforms. Guaranteed fully overhauled, mapped and moment weighed, the exchange sets are ready to fit, with an additional advantage of a managed repair service for the off-coming set.
AJW also offer this managed service on the following engine types:
CFM56-3
CFM56-5A
CFM56-5B
CFM56 – 7
V2500
CF34-8
PW4000
CF6-80C2 (will be added to the programme shortly)
New Alpine Edition from Cessna offers avionics, upgrades for Citation CJ2+
April 2, 2014
WICHITA, Kan., March 24, 2014 — Cessna Aircraft Company, part of the Textron Aviation segment of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT), announced today an upgrade program for the company’s successful Citation CJ2+ business jet. The new Alpine Edition CJ2+ modification package from Cessna includes the installation of a Garmin G3000 avionics suite—making the jet compliant with Next Generation (NextGen) requirements. In addition to the avionics upgrade, the Alpine Edition CJ2+ features new pressurization and environmental systems, the latest diagnostics systems, and a redesigned cockpit.
Matt Wild, Cessna Alpine Edition program manager, says: “The Alpine Edition CJ2+ is just one more example of Cessna’s continued investment in its products and services. With customers responding very positively to Garmin G3000 avionics and its touch control interface, we developed this program centered around putting the G3000 along with other system updates on an existing CJ2+ aircraft. The engineering flight test program is underway, with certification expected this summer and deliveries to start soon after.”
In addition to the Garmin G3000 avionics suite, the Alpine Edition includes increased access to the cockpit with the removal of seven inches from the legacy pedestal, improved turbulence detecting weather radar, TCAS II, advanced Terrain Awareness Warning Systems (TAWS), a wireless media server, Garmin integrated cockpit and cabin Iridium phone, and high speed Internet capabilities from Aircell. The Alpine Edition CJ2+ package includes the installation of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) capabilities, bringing the aircraft in compliance with this aspect of NextGen air traffic control requirements. Alpine Edition will also offer exclusive exterior paint schemes and interior packages as optional upgrades.
Cessna supports customers with the world’s largest, most accessible service network and provides options and solutions that meet customer needs ranging from scheduled maintenance to a complete modification package. Cessna is offering the Alpine Edition modification at the company’s U.S. Citation Service Centers. The Alpine Edition for the CJ2+ is an example of Cessna identifying a customer need and responding with a cost-effective pathway towards sustainable value and long term success for its clients.
Cessna is collaborating with Duncan Aviation to obtain the necessary Supplemental Type Certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the G3000 component of this new upgrade.
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