Rockwell Collins launches Pro Line Fusion for commercial helicopter platforms
February 26, 2015
New demonstrator will debut March 3 at HAI HELI-EXPO 2015
ORLANDO, Florida (Feb. 26, 2015) – The flexible and modular Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion integrated avionics system has been selected for 17 aircraft, including business jet, air transport, tilt-rotor and military flight decks. It’s even been flight tested as an unmanned aerial system ground station.
Now, at HAI HELI-EXPO 2015 in Orlando, the award-winning system is making its entrance into the commercial helicopter market. A brand new Pro Line Fusion demonstrator will debut in the Rockwell Collins exhibit (Booth 3262) where visitors can “fly” the rotary wing avionics solution.
“We have extensive experience in developing mission-specific avionics for helicopters and now we’re adapting that expertise to create a new helicopter cockpit concept based on the innovative design of Pro Line Fusion,” said Troy Brunk, vice president and general manager of Airborne Solutions for Rockwell Collins. “We believe Pro Line Fusion will evolve into a premier avionics solution for civil helicopters by delivering a whole new level of efficiency to the rotary wing cockpit.”
Featuring advanced graphical interfaces, intuitive icons and easily configurable multi-function display windows, Pro Line Fusion makes it easy for pilots to keep their eyes forward, with the right information in the right place. Now, pilots can more naturally and effectively stay focused on the mission during all phases of flight and in all flying conditions.
With an intuitive layout that can be preconfigured to match specific operational scenarios, the system offers a variety of innovative technologies designed to reduce pilot workload and enhance situational awareness.
The mission-specific operational profiles include offshore platform approaches; hover in place; extended search and rescue patterns; and other critical mission capabilities. Combining large, high-resolution displays with the ease of touch-screen operations (complemented by intuitive keypad and cursor controls); Pro Line Fusion can meet the demands of any helicopter mission today and for the future.
In addition to Pro Line Fusion, Rockwell Collins will also showcase the following technologies for commercial helicopters:
HeliSureTM Flight Situational Awareness
HeliSure delivers sensor data in real time through an intuitive user interface that features 3D visualization for information that pilots can easily, quickly and effectively process. The first two products of the HeliSure family are Helicopter Synthetic Vision System (H-SVS) and Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System (H-TAWS), which have been selected by AgustaWestland for the AW149, AW189, AW101 and AW169 platforms.
RTA-4100 MultiScan™ Weather Radar
The RTA-4114 MultiScan Weather Radar represents a major step forward in automation for helicopter flight crews. The system automatically scans ahead of the aircraft and combines the returns through advanced digital processing and analysis algorithms to display not just precipitation rates, but the actual weather threats.
Traffic Alert Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II)
TCAS II works by interrogating the air traffic control transponders of other nearby aircraft to determine and display their altitudes, ranges and relative positions. The TCAS II computer uses sophisticated algorithms and interrogation techniques to calculate the speed, direction and conflict potential of these targets and if necessary, computes and displays a recommended vertical avoidance maneuver to ensure safe separation.
AJW GROUP BRINGS TOTAL AIRCRAFT PURCHASES TO FOUR IN LESS THAN 60 DAYS
February 26, 2015
The completion of Airbus A320-200 airframe acquisition from
SMBC Aviation Capital Netherlands B.V. is the latest deal to be signed.
London, February 23rd 2015: AJW Aviation, part of the AJW Group of companies, has concluded a targeted Group purchasing initiative with the closing of a deal to secure an Airbus A320-200 (MSN 1730) from SMBC Aviation Capital Netherlands B.V. This brings the total number of aircraft purchased for tear-down to four: including an A319 and B737-700, and a B757(PW). Components from all four aircraft will support AJW’s global fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft operating under power-by-the-hour contracts, and supplement AJW Aviation’s award-winning component support service for more than 1,000 airlines in 115 countries.
Christopher Whiteside, President, AJW Group commented on the Group’s strong purchasing drive: “The AJW Group’s ability to convert aircraft airframes into revenue is recognised by our growing private investor base. We have been extremely successful in the development of a range of innovative aircraft support programmes for airlines and operators of all sizes worldwide. These are underpinned by our inventory of Airbus and Boeing spares that is located in strategic hubs across the globe and we constantly need to monitor our stock levels to maintain service guarantees. AJW Technique, our component MRO division in Montreal has also developed pro-active repair programmes designed to reduce direct maintenance costs and boost on-wing time.”
“We are fortunate that our ready access to significant finance” he added, “combined with our reputation for flexibility and fast decision making, makes AJW the ‘go to’ partner for those operators and lessors seeking to sell airframes and engines.”
AJW Capital is the AJW Group’s principal investing division and is responsible for the purchase, sale and lease of large aviation-related capital assets, including whole aircraft and engines. It successfully managed the purchase of the A317, B737-700NG and the A320-200.
AJW companies are based out of London, Singapore, Shanghai, Dubai, Miami and Montreal with strategic aircraft spares stock held in these locations; across the UK, Europe and North America.
Notorio incremento de viajes aéreos desde Chile a Colombia y Perú en la última década
February 26, 2015
Un incremento notorio experimentó en la última década, el interés de los usuarios por viajar desde Chile a Colombia y el Perú, lo que implicó un aumento significativo del número de frecuencias diarias que las líneas aéreas ofrecen a sus usuarios.
Como causa de lo anterior se señala las bondades turísticas que ambos países ofrecen y las facilidades que hacia dichas naciones el pasajero común hoy en día encuentra.
En contraposición, en forma ostensible ha disminuido el interés por viajar a Venezuela, a raíz de la situación política interna que experimenta ese país.
Incremento de aerolíneas que operan en Chile se registró el 2014
February 26, 2015
Un incremento con respecto a años anteriores registró en Chile el 2014 el número de líneas aéreas que realizan vuelos regulares y charters, llegando a 28 las que operaron en este país sudamericano.
Como razones de ello, puede mencionarse una mejoría que en términos generales ha experimentado la situación económica, la evolución de la industria aérea y la creación de filiales de los grandes transportistas a nivel mundial.
Para el presente año se espera la llegada de otras empresas, pero sujeto a las evoluciones de un mercado tan cambiante como lo es el del transporte aéreo.
Finalizaron obras en pista 17L aeropuerto A. Merino B
February 26, 2015
Con un mes y medio de antelación al plazo estipulado, finalizaron las obras de mantención a la pista 17L del Aeropuerto Arturo Merino Benítez de Santiago, la que ha sido puesta nuevamente en servicio en toda su extensión de 3800 mts. de largo y con su ILS categoria III y sistema de luces de aproximación totalmente operativos.
Con ello el aeropuerto vuelve a contar con sus dos pistas y sistemas de ayudas a la navegación a plena capacidad, tan importantes para la época invernal en que las condiciones meteorológicas en Santiago se deterioran con mucha frecuencia.
Airbus Helicopters presenta su nuevo helicóptero y escribe una nueva página en la historia de la aviación en la muestra Heli Expo de 2015.
February 26, 2015
Presentación del muy esperado helicóptero de peso medio X4
Puesta en marcha de una nueva y perfeccionada oferta de servicio al cliente y de condiciones de garantía mejoradas
La satisfacción de los clientes es el núcleo de todas actividades de la empresa
Orlando, Florida, 26 de febrero de 2015 – Airbus Helicopters se propone marcar la feria Heli Expo de 2015 con la presentación mundial de su nuevo helicóptero bimotor X4 y con la introducción de una nueva oferta de soporte y servicios para sus clientes.
Estas novedades se inscriben plenamente en el marco del plan de transformación de la empresa, puesto en marcha con el objetivo de ofrecer las más eficientes soluciones a los operadores de helicópteros de todo el mundo.
“La edición 2015 de Heli Expo presenta la ocasión de demostrar nuestra determinación a cumplir con nuestros compromisos en materia de satisfacción del cliente, de calidad, de seguridad y de competitividad”, explica Guillaume Faury, presidente de Airbus Helicopters. “Nuestra participación en esta feria es reflejo de la transformación que hemos emprendido y pone de relieve el trabajo dedicado al desarrollo de helicópteros de nueva generación y de nuestros servicios, que ofrecen las soluciones mejor adaptadas a las necesidades de nuestros clientes.
La presentación oficial del X4 tendrá lugar el 3 de marzo a las 11 horas, en el stand (#2437) de Airbus Helicopters en el salón Heli-Expo de Orlando, Florida. El X4 es el primer helicóptero que Airbus Helicopters produce bajo su nueva identidad, encarnando los valores de la empresa: integridad, agilidad, unidad y excelencia.
Diseñado sobre la base de la experiencia de Airbus Helicopters en las áreas de aerodinámica, aviónica, sistemas de accionamiento, así como en diseño de rotores y palas, el bimotor X4 es un novedoso helicóptero de peso medio con capacidad para un abanico completo de misiones de los sectores civil y parapúblico. “La presentación mundial del X4 está llamado a ser el acontecimiento más esperado del salón Heli-Expo de 2015, y estamos impacientes por compartir nuestra visión del futuro”, añadió Faury.
Heli Expo será también la ocasión para Airbus Helicopters de presentar su renovada oferta de servicios que incluye condiciones de garantía optimizadas y un nuevo planteamiento de gestión de material y de abastecimiento de repuestos. Esta oferta prioriza sobretodo la satisfacción de los clientes con un compromiso permanente en materia de calidad y de rendimiento, al tiempo que vela por la seguridad y la disponibilidad operacional. La transformación de la empresa ha dado ya frutos visibles, como demuestran los resultados de la reciente encuesta realizada por ProPilot, según la que Airbus Helicopters ha avanzado dos puestos en un año, ocupando ahora el tercero.
Entre los productos de la marca Airbus Helicopters que serán expuestos en el stand de Heli Expo figuran el nuevo EC175 en configuración Oil & Gas. Desde su entrada en servicio en diciembre del año pasado en el sector de petróleo y el gas del Mar del Norte, el rendimiento del EC175 ha superado
-con casi el 90% de disponibilidad – lo que se puede esperar de un modelo nuevo de helicóptero, habiendo transportado ya 1.500 pasajeros y acumulado más de 250 horas de vuelo. La certificación de este helicóptero de la clase de siete toneladas corresponde a las más modernas normas de aeronavegabilidad. El helicóptero cuenta además con el conjunto de aviónica Helionix® diseñado por Airbus Helicopters.
En Heli Expo se expone también un EC130 T2 en configuración de turismo, que resalta la popularidad de que disfruta este monomotor entre las compañías dedicadas al turismo y a las excursiones panorámicas aéreas. El rotor de cola de tipo Fenestron® contribuye al muy estable funcionamiento de la aeronave, cuya espaciosa cabina modular tiene cabida hasta para siete pasajeros, además del piloto.
También en el stand de Heli Expo se podrá admirar un EC145 T2 en configuración EMS, destinado a los servicios sanitarios de urgencia y que pertenece al cliente estadounidense de lanzamiento. Entre las mejoras introducidas para optimizar las misiones a grandes altitudes y a altas temperaturas (“hot and high”) de este helicóptero bimotor polivalente, se encuentran los novedosos motores Arriel 2E de Turbomeca con doble FADEC y el rotor de cola carenado de tipo Fenestron®, las transmisiones principal y de cola perfeccionadas y el conjunto de aviónica digital Helionix, con piloto automático de cuatro ejes. La primera entrega del EC145 T2, certificado por la EASA y la FAA, tuvo lugar en julio de 2014. Hasta la fecha se ha cursado el pedido de 140 helicópteros, incluida la versión militar EC645 T2.
“Airbus Helicopters unveils its latest helicopter and introduces a new era of rotorcraft excellence at Heli-Expo 2015”
February 26, 2015
Reveal of the highly-anticipated X4 medium-sized aircraft
Rollout of a new and improved Customer Service offer and enhanced warranty conditions
Strong focus on customer satisfaction at the heart of business
Orlando, Florida, 26 February, 2015 – The high-profile presence of Airbus Helicopters at Heli-Expo 2015 will confirm the company’s leadership role, with its unveiling of the all-new X4 rotorcraft and a rollout of the industry’s most comprehensive customer services coverage.
These developments are aligned with the company’s transformation plan, which has been implemented to provide highly efficient helicopter solutions for customers around the world.
“This year’s Heli-Expo will demonstrate Airbus Helicopters’ unwavering commitment to our priorities of customer satisfaction, quality, safety and competiveness,” said President Guillaume Faury. “It reflects our transformation to achieve these goals, and will highlight our development of next-generation aircraft and services that offer our customers the best solution for their needs.”
The X4 is to be unveiled March 3 at 11 a.m. EST on Airbus Helicopters’ Heli-Expo booth (#2437) in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. As the first next-generation rotorcraft rolled out under the Airbus Helicopters identity, the X4 embodies the company’s values of excellence, agility, unity and integrity.
Incorporating Airbus Helicopters’ expertise in aerodynamics, rotor blade design and avionics, the twin-engine X4 is an all-new medium-sized aircraft capable of a full range of civil and parapublic missions. “The X4’s public debut is one of the most anticipated events at Heli-Expo 2015, and we look forward to the excitement of sharing our vision for the future,” Faury added.
Also to be introduced at Heli-Expo is Airbus Helicopters’ redefined services offer with enhanced warranty conditions, along with a new approach for material management service and the supply of spare parts. This offer puts the priorities on customer satisfaction by committing to quality and performance, while ensuring safety and operational availability. The company’s transformation has yielded visible results, as exemplified by the recent ProPIlot survey results, where Airbus Helicopters moved up two spots in one year to take 3rd place.
The evolved Airbus Helicopters product line will be spotlighted on the company’s Heli-Expo exhibit stand, beginning with the EC175 in oil & gas configuration. Since its entry into service late December for North Sea operations for the oil and gas sector, the EC175 has been performing above expectations for a new aircraft with almost 90% availability, having transported 1500 passengers and accumulated more than 250 flight hours. This seven-ton-class rotorcraft has been certified to the latest airworthiness standards, and incorporates the Airbus Helicopters-designed Helionix® avionics suite.
An EC130 T2 in tourism configuration is also to be displayed at Heli-Expo, underscoring this light single-engine rotorcraft’s popularity with tourism and aerial sightseeing companies. Its Fenestron® tail rotor contributes to the helicopter’s very quiet operation, while the roomy modular cabin can accommodate up to seven passengers and the pilot.
The EC145 T2 exhibited at Heli-Expo will be operated in emergency medical services configuration by the U.S. launch customer. Enhancements of the “hot-and-high” evolution of the multi-purpose, twin-engine EC145 include new dual-Fadec Turbomeca Arriel 2E engines and a Fenestron shrouded tail rotor, along with upgraded main and new tail rotor gear boxes, as well as the Helionix digital avionics suite featuring a 4-axis autopilot. The EC145 T2 is both EASA and FAA certified and saw its first delivery in July 2014. Some 140 aircraft have been ordered, including the military version EC645 T2.
Garmin® Introduces Helicopter-Specific ADS-B Solutions With Industry-First Features
February 26, 2015
New GDL® 84H and GDL 88H Offer On Scene Mode, TerminalTraffic™ and More
OLATHE, Kan. /February 26, 2015/Business Wire — Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the GDL 84H and GDL 88H Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) datalink. Helicopter owners and operators are offered added safety benefits with the GDL 84H and GDL 88H, which meet equipage requirements for ADS-B Out while receiving ADS-B In traffic and weather on a mobile device or compatible display in the cockpit. Industry leading ADS-B In technology provided by the GDL 84H and GDL 88H offer safety enhancing features specifically for helicopters such as TerminalTraffic, On Scene mode, TargetTrend and more. These products meet the unique and stringent demands encountered by helicopter operators, while providing them with a timely solution to meet airspace modernization initiatives.
“We have leveraged our expertise in the helicopter industry to develop these optimized solutions that offer immediate benefits for helicopter operators today, while allowing them to meet the requirements of ADS-B Out by December 31, 2019,” said Carl Wolf, vice president of aviation sales and marketing. “The universal adoption of ADS-B promises to bring widespread access to traffic and weather information that was previously out of reach for many helicopter operators due to cost, availability and installation concerns. Garmin continues to invest in innovative and forward-thinking technology by offering affordable and scalable ADS-B solutions that enhance safety and situational awareness for our customers.”
The GDL 84H and GDL 88H provide a rule-compliant ADS-B Out solution for helicopter operators in the U.S., while offering state-of-the-art traffic alerting capabilities tailored to these operators and their unique operations. Beneficial traffic and Flight Information Service-Broadcast (FIS-B) weather allow pilots to easily access the safety benefits offered by ADS-B on an installed compatible display or mobile device in the cockpit using Garmin Pilot™. Enhancing the traffic display, TargetTrend relative motion technology helps pilots visualize the trend of the traffic threats as it relates to their aircraft, while innovative dual-link technology provides pilots with the most comprehensive ADS-B traffic picture available in the industry.
On Scene mode minimizes nuisance traffic alerts when intentionally operating in close proximity to other helicopters during hovering operations such as Electronic News Gathering. This pilot-activated sophisticated technology acknowledges nearby traffic by reducing alerts while still providing alerts for new traffic threats. Pilot action is not required when resuming normal flight operations. On Scene mode is available with the GTN™ 650/750 touchscreen avionics and GDL 88H.
As part of Garmin’s Terminal Safety Suite, TerminalTraffic provides pilots with the most comprehensive picture of ADS-B-equipped aircraft and ground vehicles in the airport environment. ADS-B-equipped aircraft in-flight are easily distinguished from ground vehicles and taxiing aircraft, which are displayed using distinct colors and symbols. All of this information is presented to the pilot on a simple, easy to understand SafeTaxi® diagram with reference to runways, taxiways hangar locations and more. Additionally, when configured for helicopter operations, TerminalTraffic helps pilots easily distinguish potential traffic conflicts while in the airport environment by minimizing nuisance alerts from fixed-wing aircraft and abbreviating select alerts while performing unique helicopter maneuvers such as hovering.
Flexibility and versatility provided by the GDL 84H and GDL 88H give operators a wide range of display choices to receive the safety and operational benefits offered by these products. The GDL 88H conveniently interfaces with the GTN touchscreen series or GNS WAAS navigators to display ADS-B traffic and weather in the cockpit. For operators without a compatible display, the GDL 84H wirelessly transmits weather and traffic information to a mobile device using Garmin Pilot when paired with the Flight Stream 110/210 Bluetooth® wireless gateway. Additionally, for helicopters that do not already have an approved WAAS position source on board, the GDL 84H and GDL 88H are optionally equipped with a built-in WAAS GPS receiver. These straightforward solutions give operators an easy path to meet airspace requirements, which provide innovative traffic alerting capabilities and give operators a variety of display configurations to receive the benefits of ADS-B traffic and weather.
Garmin is expecting to receive Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the installation of the GDL 84H and GDL 88H in several popular helicopter models in Q2 2015. The GDL 84H system with an internal WAAS receiver and Flight Stream 110 Bluetooth wireless gateway is expected to be available starting at $5,995*. Additionally, the GDL 88H is expected to be available starting at $4,795*.
LAN Peru announces nonstop flight between Lima and Orlando, strengthening LATAM Airlines Group’s connectivity to the United States
February 26, 2015
- Ticket sales will begin on February 27, 2015 for travel starting on June 20, 2015
- LATAM Airlines Group’s affiliate expects to transport more than 80,000 passengers from South America to Orlando each year.
Lima, February 24, 2015 – LAN Peru, an affiliate of LATAM Airlines Group, will be the first airline to offer daily nonstop flights between Lima, Peru and Orlando International Airport starting on June 20, 2015, subject to government approvals. The airline expects to transport more than 80,000 passengers each year from South America via Lima to Orlando, a family tourist destination known for its amusement parks and other attractions.
Ticket sales begin on February 27, 2015 and the airline intends to operate the route on a modern Airbus A319 aircraft, which seats 126 passengers in Economy class
LATAM Airlines Group passengers coming from Buenos Aires and Cordoba, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; La Paz and Santa Cruz, Bolivia; and Asuncion, Paraguay, will be able to fly through Lima to Orlando with a connection time of under 1 hour and 40 minutes.
“We want to continue connecting Peru to the world, just as we have for the last 15 years; we want our passengers to reach more destinations while enjoying the service, quality and punctuality that they deserve,” said Félix Antelo, LAN Peru General Manager. “An estimated 41,000 passengers from Peru alone are expected to fly this route, with an overall projection of 80,000 passengers when adding those connecting through Lima from other LATAM Airlines Group destinations.”
“LATAM Airlines Group’s international operations have grown considerably over the last few years,” said Nicolas Goldstein, General Manager of LATAM Airlines Group Long Haul Business. “This flight adds one more choice for passengers in the region to visit one of the United States’ top tourist destinations. LAN Peru’s new route between Lima and Orlando is a reflection of the commitment made by LATAM Airlines Group and its affiliates to connect South America to the rest of the world.”
LAN Peru and the US
Orlando is LAN Peru’s fourth gateway in the United States, joining New York, Miami and Los Angeles. Together with codeshare partner airlines, LAN Peru connects to over 100 destinations in the US. Additionally, beginning April 4, 2015 LAN Peru will add two additional flights a week from Lima to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.
LAN Perú anuncia vuelos directos entre Lima y Orlando fortaleciendo la conectividad de Grupo LATAM Airlines con Estados Unidos
February 26, 2015
- La venta de pasajes se iniciará el 27 de febrero, para volar a partir del 20 de junio.
- Con este vuelo, Grupo LATAM Airlines espera transportar más de 80 mil pasajeros anualmente desde Sudamérica a Orlando.
Lima, 24 de febrero de 2015.- A partir del 20 de junio LAN Perú, aerolínea miembro de Grupo LATAM Airlines, iniciará vuelos diarios directos entre Lima y Orlando (EE.UU), con la proyección de trasladar a más de 80 mil pasajeros al año a dicha ciudad norteamericana, destino turístico familiar que destaca entre otros atractivos, por sus parques de diversiones.
La venta de los pasajes entre Lima y Orlando comienza el 27 de febrero. El vuelo será operado con una frecuencia diaria, todos los días de la semana, en aviones Airbus A319, con capacidad para 126 personas. A continuación se muestra la tabla de itinerario* de la nueva ruta:
N° de vuelo LAN Perú | ORIGEN | DESTINO | HORA DE SALIDA* | HORA DE LLEGADA* |
LA 2701 | Lima | Orlando | 08:40 | 16:10 |
LA 2702 | Orlando | Lima | 17:20 | 22:45 |
*Los itinerarios de vuelo están sujetos a aprobación de las autoridades.
Gracias al horario de operación de los vuelos, pasajeros de Grupo LATAM Airlines provenientes de Buenos Aires y Córdoba en Argentina; Santiago de Chile; La Paz y Santa Cruz Bolivia; y Asunción en Paraguay, podrán conectar en Lima a Orlando con un tiempo de conexión inferior a 1 hora y 40 minutos.
El Gerente General de LAN Perú, Félix Antelo recalcó la importancia del vuelo para ese país. “Queremos seguir uniendo a Perú y conectándolo con el mundo como lo venimos haciendo hace 15 años, y que nuestros pasajeros lleguen a más destinos disfrutando del servicio, la calidez y puntualidad que merecen” señaló. “Sólo desde Perú se estima transportar anualmente 41 mil pasajeros en esta ruta, y 80 mil en total, sumando los pasajeros que conecten en Lima desde otros destinos de Grupo LATAM Airlines”, concluyó Antelo.
El gerente general del Negocio Long Haul de Grupo LATAM Airlines, Nicolás Goldstein, recalcó que la operación internacional de Grupo LATAM Airlines ha tenido un notable crecimiento en los últimos años. “Con este vuelo se suma otra alternativa para los pasajeros de la región para visitar uno de los destinos turísticos preferidos en Estados Unidos. La nueva ruta de LAN Perú entre Lima y Orlando es reflejo del compromiso de LATAM Airlines Group y sus filiales por conectar Sudamérica con el resto del mundo”, agregó Goldstein.
Conectividad de LAN Perú con Estados Unidos
Orlando es el cuarto destino de la compañía a Estados Unidos (se suma a Nueva York, Miami y Los Ángeles), que viene a reforzar la conectividad con ese país. Recientemente, LAN Perú anunció que a partir del 4 de abril sumará una frecuencia 2 días de la semana en la ruta Lima-Nueva York. Cabe recordar que gracias acuerdos con aerolíneas partners en Estados Unidos, la compañía conecta con más de 100 destinos dentro de ese país.
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