Embraer assina acordo para manutenção de motores Rolls-Royce AE3007 no Brasil
August 29, 2014
São José dos Campos – SP, 29 de agosto de 2014 – O Centro de Serviços da Embraer Aviação Executiva em São José dos Campos, em São Paulo, foi nomeado centro autorizado Rolls-Royce para manutenção de linha dos motores AE3007 no Brasil. O acordo permite que a Embraer realize serviços em garantia ou dentro do programa CorporateCare®, da Rolls-Royce, que cobre custos de peças de reposição, mão-de-obra e manutenção programada e não programada. Os jatos da família ERJ 145 e Legacy 600/650 utilizam os motores AE3007.
“A nova parceria entre Embraer e Rolls-Royce busca assegurar eficiência de operação e conveniência para os nossos clientes”, disse Edson Carlos Mallaco, Diretor de Suporte e Serviços ao Cliente da Embraer Aviação Executiva. “Estamos investindo continuamente na oferta de serviços na região por meio de soluções integradas e uma equipe altamente qualificada. Esperamos exceder as expectativas de nossos operadores.”
O portfólio de serviços da Embraer Aviação Executiva foi desenvolvido de forma a oferecer mais tranquilidade e satisfação ao cliente. A Empresa disponibiliza ferramentas de rastreamento de manutenção, softwares de desempenho e operações de voo, programas especiais de manutenção, tais como o EEC (Embraer Executive Care) e o sistema de monitoramento de saúde da aeronave, o AHEAD (Aircraft Health Analysis and Diagnosis). A expansão dos serviços para os motores Rolls-Royce AE3007 no Brasil está fundamentada no conceito one-stop-shop, que visa maior facilidade operacional dos clientes.
“Estamos muito satisfeitos pelo acordo com a Embraer para que as suas instalações em São José dos Campos sejam um Centro de Serviços Autorizado Rolls-Royce. Acreditamos que tenhamos estabelecido as bases para que todos os Centros de Serviços Embraer no mundo sigam essa parceria. Isso complementa nossa estratégia global e fortalece ainda mais a nossa parceria com a Embraer”, disse Andrew M. Robinson, Vice-Presidente Sênior de Serviços e Suporte ao Cliente para Pequenos e Médios Motores Civis Rolls-Royce.
Além dos Centros de Serviços da Embraer Aviação Executiva em operação em São José dos Campos e em Sorocaba, mais cinco centros autorizados em Belo Horizonte, Brasília, Curitiba, Goiânia e Recife estão estrategicamente localizados para apoiar a crescente frota de jatos executivos no Brasil. Complementando essa rede, há um Contact Center que funciona 24 horas por dia durante os sete dias da semana na sede da Empresa. Atualmente, mais de 160 jatos executivos Phenom e Legacy estão em operação no País.
Bell Helicopter Breaks Ground on New Bell Helicopter Lafayette Aircraft Assembly Facility
August 27, 2014
Groundbreaking advances the company towards production and delivery of its eagerly-awaited Bell 505 aircraft.
Lafayette, Louisiana – August 27, 2014 – Bell Helicopter commenced construction of its facility in Lafayette, LA, where the company will assemble its newest commercial helicopter, the Bell 505 Jet Ranger XTM. Governor Bobby Jindal, Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel and others joined Bell Helicopter’s President and CEO, John Garrison, to commemorate the occasion today at the Lafayette Regional Airport.
The new 82,300-square-foot, $26.3 million hangar facility will be built on a 14.5-acre site. Bell Helicopter will lease the facility from the Lafayette Regional Airport. The project is funded by the State of Louisiana and the company plans to invest $11.4 million in equipment and tooling. Bell Helicopter expects to begin hiring employees for the new facility by 2015, and assembly operations are expected to start by 2016 following certification of the facility and the aircraft. The facility is expected to create 115 new jobs in Lafayette, and LED estimates the aerospace project will result in an additional 136 jobs, for a total of more than 250 new jobs in Acadiana.
“We are delighted that construction of a world-class aerospace assembly facility is underway in Lafayette and that skilled Louisiana workers will be producing the standard-bearer for a vital segment of the commercial aviation market,” said Governor Jindal. “Companies like Bell Helicopter are recognizing what Louisiana offers the top employers of the future: a best-in-the-nation business climate, an outstanding workforce, a tremendous infrastructure and a quality of life like no other. For those reasons, Louisiana is becoming the investment state of choice for expanding businesses from around the world. We are excited that hundreds of Louisiana families will benefit from the advanced aerospace assembly operations that will take place here in Lafayette.”
To date, Bell Helicopter has received more than 200 purchase agreements for the Bell 505. The five-seat, single-engine, turbine helicopter leverages Bell Helicopter’s proven technology and nearly half a century of experience defining the short light single market with the original Bell JetRanger.
“We have received tremendous interest and support from our customers for this aircraft, confirming it was absolutely the right product for the market at this time,” said John Garrison. “The groundbreaking of the Bell Helicopter facility in Lafayette is a significant milestone toward aircraft production and delivery. The support provided by the state of Louisiana as well as their exceptional workforce training programs will help ensure the facility and our future workforce are operationally ready and able to quickly ramp up to meet our production demands.”
Work on the new Lafayette facility began Monday, Aug. 18 and the company is currently on schedule to meet the June 1, 2015, deadline for certificate of occupancy.
“We have a great relationship with the municipalities at the airport, and we are engaging people early on in the process to avoid any potential roadblocks,” said Paul Watts, general manager of the Bell Helicopter Lafayette Aircraft Assembly facility. “We have set an aggressive timeline for ourselves, but are confident we can meet it.”
In addition to creating 115 new jobs at the Bell 505 assembly facility, Bell Helicopter will maintain more than 60 existing jobs in the region associated with two existing facilities that perform rotor blade and composite repair and overhaul.
Assembly of the first Bell 505 test aircraft is progressing at Bell Helicopter’s commercial assembly facility in Mirabel, Canada, and first flight is expected to take place by the end of 2014. Type Certificate activities with Transport Canada and Production Certification activities with the Federal Aviation Administration are also underway.
With a cruise speed of 125 knots (232 km/h), range of 360 nautical miles (667 km) and useful load of 1,500 pounds (608 kg), the Bell 505 is designed to be safe and easy to fly while remaining affordably priced. The customer-driven design of the aircraft places safety, performance and affordability at the forefront, blending proven systems with advanced technology and a sleek, modern design. The Garmin G1000H Integrated Avionics Suite provides pilots critical flight information at a glance to maximize situational awareness. Pilot workload is further reduced by the Turbomeca Arrius 2R engine with dual channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC).
Aeromexico Becomes First Airline to Commit to Gogo’s Next Generation In-flight Connectivity Technology – 2Ku
August 26, 2014
ITASCA, Ill., Aug. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO), a leading global aero-communications service provider, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement with Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, to provide in-flight Internet and wireless in-flight entertainment service on at least 58 Embraer and Boeing 737 aircraft operated by Aeromexico. Gogo previously announced, in December 2013, that it had agreed on the principal terms and conditions with Aeromexico related to the service. As part of the definitive agreement, at least 20 of Aeromexico’s 737 aircraft will receive Gogo’s next generation in-flight connectivity solution – 2Ku. Aeromexico is the first airline to commit to 2Ku.
“We couldn’t be more excited to work with Aeromexico to bring Gogo connectivity and Gogo’s wireless in-flight entertainment solution – Gogo Vision – to Mexico and beyond,” said Gogo’s president and CEO, Michael Small. “Aeromexico’s commitment to 2Ku is evidence of the advantages that 2Ku brings to the market – especially for aircraft that operate in tropical regions around the world.”
The advantages of 2Ku are significant. Gogo believes that 2Ku is the fastest solution available in the marketplace and expects it to deliver peak speeds of more than 70 Mbps to the aircraft at launch and more than 100 Mbps to the aircraft when next generation satellites become available. The 2Ku antenna is two times more spectrally efficient than other antennas in the commercial aviation market, which makes it capable of providing more bandwidth at less cost.
2Ku’s performance benefits will be even more dramatic in the tropical regions of the globe where the performance of other satellite solutions degrade significantly due to restrictions associated with operating at high skew angles.
Gogo expects both its connectivity service and Gogo Vision to be available to Aeromexico passengers beginning in the fourth quarter of 2015.
“As the airline that connects Mexico and Mexico with the world, we look forward to being the first Mexican carrier and the first in Latin America to offer our passengers in-flight Wi-Fi via Gogo, the leader in this space,” said Aeromexico’s CEO, Andres Conesa. “The decision to deploy 2Ku is a natural fit for many of our 737 aircraft and it assures that our passengers will have the latest technology available at launch.”
Bell Helicopter Training Academy Receives CAAC Part 147 Approval Authorization is another key milestone in the facility’s global training strategy
August 26, 2014
FORT WORTH, TEXAS (August 26, 2014) – Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company, (NYSE: TXT), announced the Bell Helicopter Training Academy (BTA) has received Part 147 facility organizational approval from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC).
This authorization allows the BTA to conduct theory and practical training in China for the Bell 206, Bell 407, Bell 412 and Bell 429 product lines. The certification covers maintenance and avionics theory and practical training for all approved aircraft.
“The Bell Helicopter Training Academy is known worldwide for its outstanding instructors and capabilities,” said Eric Cardinali, executive vice president of Bell Helicopter’s Customer Support and Services organization. “However, our customers are requesting that same service and expertise be offered regionally. The CAAC Part 147 authorization is an important step in our efforts to bring technical training to China.”
Bell Helicopter’s regional sales team, led by Chris Jaran, managing director, worked closely with members of the BTA to meet the CAAC audit requirements. The team also engaged members of the Guangzhou Civil Aviation College to increase their exposure to Bell Helicopter technical training practices. The college is currently working with Bell Helicopter to offer Bell Helicopter authorized technical training for the Bell 407 and Bell 206 product lines.
“The collaborative efforts of the BTA, our regional sales and marketing team and the Civil Aviation College served to ensure a successful certification process,” said Charles Fisher, director, Bell Helicopter Training Academy. “It’s another example of our continued focus on global growth and support to keep our customers safely flying.”
Successful test-flights for Israel Aerospace Industries’ B767 Tanker using an advanced Fly-by-Wire (FBW) boom system
August 26, 2014
August 26th, 2014– Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) recently performed successful test-flights on a B767-300ER aircraft, equipped with an advanced Fly-by-Wire (FBW) boom system. The new added FBW boom capability, for this specific type of aircraft, joins and enhances the company’s extensive experience in converting tens of aircraft (B767, B707, C130, and IL-78) to tankers or multi mission tanker/transport (MMTT) platforms, for more than 12 customers worldwide, including the Israel Air Force (IAF).
IAI’s innovative concept is based on conversion of pre-owned 767 passenger aircraft .The low utilization rate of MMTT platforms compared to commercial passenger aircraft translates into a continued long-term service life at a considerably lower Life Cycle Cost than for new aircraft. As part of the conversion a major part of the structure, wiring and systems are replaced, upgraded or refurbished. New engines, new military avionics including a state-of-the-art glass cockpit and new self-protection systems can also be offered, tailored to the customer’s specific requirements. The operational and technological experience gained from IAF and IAI’s other customers has been taken into consideration and utilized in the design and development of the new generation B767-300ER MMTT.
An IAI B767-200ER MMTT has been converted for the Colombian Air Force (CAF) and is performing successfully in all CAF support missions which include: air-refueling, troop and cargo transport, and presidential (VIP) transport worldwide. From 2012-2013, the B767 MMTT performed successfully in the US Red Flag, Canadian Maple Flag and Brazilian Cruzex exercises.
IAI is currently also offering MMTT platforms based on converted B767-300ER. This version, with over 400,000 lbs MTOW, can carry over 200,000 lbs. of fuel, additional troops and extra cargo pallets. IAI is continuously looking at improving and upgrading its Tanker/Transport aircraft and can offer a “Smart Tanker” version which performs additional tasks while in the air, such as: ELINT, SIGINT, and ESM, or serve as a communications hub or as a Command & Control post.
In the picture: IAI’s Bedek Aviation Group’s B767 during a FBW boom system test-flight
Aumentan normas de seguridad en aeropuerto A. Merino B.
August 25, 2014
Sin perjuicio de las nuevas normas de seguridad que se implementarán en el aeropuerto Arturo Merino Benítez, a raíz del reciente robo a un camión de transporte de valores, ya se aprecia un aumento de las actualmente en vigencia.
Entre ellas, el reforzamiento del control de identidad a las personas que ingresen a las áreas de maniobra del aeropuerto, la colocación de más cámaras de seguridad, el porte de armas por parte del personal autorizado y el ingreso y tránsito de vehículos a la plataforma.
Medidas todas que se analizaron en una reunión entre la DGAC y los organismos de inspección gubernamental y entidades usuarias del aeropuerto
Paracaidistas chilenas baten record sudamericano
August 22, 2014
Un grupo de 12 paracaidistas chilenas del Club de Paracaidismo Skydiveandes, el 17 de agosto batieron el record sudamericano femenino de caída libre en formación, efectuando un salto sobre el aeródromo “Cuatro Diablos” de Melipilla.-
Formación que lograron al primer intento y que mantuvieron durante dieciocho segundos.
Record que hasta entonces ostentaban 10 paracaidistas argentinas.
En son de broma, las chilenas señalan que en verdad el record fue de 13 paracaidistas, ya que una de ellas está embarazada de tres meses.
Beechcraft delivers T-6C+ trainers, King Air 350ER to Mexican Navy
August 21, 2014
Navy Secretaría de Marina (SEMAR), as well as one King Air 350ER, the second of four on order, as part of the Mexican Navy’s ongoing fixed-wing aircraft modernization program.
“Being chosen by the Mexican Navy for this modernization program shows a superior level of confidence not only in Beechcraft products to fill its mission requirements, but in the product support we’ll provide as part of the agreement,” said Russ Bartlett, president, Beechcraft Defense Company. “This is a great example of how militaries around the globe can take advantage of the broad product range and support that Textron Aviation can provide to meet different requirements.”
Bartlett also lauded the cooperation between SEMAR officials and the company in moving so swiftly from the T-6C+ contract award in March to delivery this month.
The newly delivered King Air is part of a four-aircraft contract signed earlier this year. The first King Air 350ER was delivered just a few months ago, and the remaining aircraft are expected to be delivered by early 2015. In addition to the aircraft, both contracts with SEMAR include parts support as well as training for pilots and mechanics.
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 open architecture design of the Cockpit 4000 provides the flexibility to expand capabilities and continuously meet current and future training needs.
The Beechcraft T-6 military training fleet has surpassed 850 aircraft worldwide with more than 2.5 million flight hours. The T-6 military trainer offers military operators worldwide the most proven and cost-effective primary aviation training system available today. Aircraft deliveries began in 2000 after the T-6 was selected to fill the Joint Primary Aircraft Training System role for the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Navy. Since then, additional military customers worldwide have selected the T-6, including the NATO Flying Training in Canada Program, the Hellenic Air Force of Greece, the Israeli Air Force, the Iraqi Air Force, the Royal Moroccan Air Force, the Royal New Zealand Air Force, the Mexican Air Force and the Mexican Navy.
King Air turboprops, which operate commercially and in all branches of the U.S. military, serve a variety of missions ranging from traditional passenger and cargo transport to electronic and imagery surveillance, air ambulance, airway calibration, photographic mapping, training and weather modification. The global fleet recently surpassed 60 million flight hours.
DGAC llama a propuesta para contratar servicio de vigilancia privada
August 20, 2014
La Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil de Chile, como consecuencia del reciente robo acaecido en el aeropuerto Arturo Merino Benítez y con miras a incrementar la seguridad del mismo y de sus otras instalaciones en la Región Metropolitana, ha llamado a licitación para contratar un servicio de vigilancia privada.
Contrato que tendría una duración de tres años con un valor estimado de US $ 4,1 millones.
Sin resultados investigaciones para detener autores de robo
August 20, 2014
A pesar del enorme esfuerzo que realiza la policía chilena, hasta el momento infructuosos han resultado los esfuerzos tendientes a esclarecer el cuantioso robo realizado en el aeropuerto Arturo Merino Benítez, en momentos que una importante remesa de dinero era cargada a bordo de un avión comercial con destino a bancos de la zona norte del país.
En opinión de expertos dicho acto fue muy bien planificado y no sería extraño que en él, sus autores hubiesen tenido apoyo de bandas internacionales ligadas al crimen organizado.
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