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November 2007
| Friday, November 30, 2007 |
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| Friday, November 30, 2007 |
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FAA Settles Case Against TAG Aviation USA, Inc.
By FlyingNews @ 7:42 AM :: 118 Views ::
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reached a $10 million settlement agreement on Nov. 8 with TAG Aviation USA, Inc. (TAG) of Burlingame, Calif., and TAG Holding SA (TAH) of Geneva, Switzerland and their affiliates or subsidiaries for operating flights for compensation or hire without an air carrier certificate. This follows the Oct. 12 revocation of AMI Jet Charter’s certificate for allowing TAG Aviation to operate the flights.
Under the terms of the $10 million settlement agreement, TAG paid $4 million on Nov. 8 and will pay the remaining $6 million by close of business on Dec. 31.
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| Friday, November 30, 2007 |
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EMBRAER SELLS E-JETS TO JAPAN’S SUZUYO GROUP
By FlyingNews @ 7:37 AM :: 134 Views ::
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Embraer has signed with its second Japanese customer, Suzuyo & Co. Ltd., to deliver two EMBRAER 170 E-Jets, with purchase rights to acquire one additional aircraft. This order was already included in Embraer’s third-quarter
backlog as “Undisclosed”.
“We are very enthusiastic about this second order from Japan, as we make further significant inroads into the Asia Pacific region,” said Mauro Kern, Embraer Executive Vice President, Airline Market.“It is especially gratifying to have this order come from such a long-standing and broad-based corporate group, and we wish them great success in this new enterprise.”
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| Friday, November 30, 2007 |
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LJ Aviation First Company to Offer Cessna Citation Mustang Charter Flights
By FlyingNews @ 7:34 AM :: 161 Views ::
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Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today that the first charter certificate for the Citation Mustang has been issued to L.J. Aviation.
Based at Latrobe, Pa., L.J. Aviation offers domestic and international charter flights using a fleet of 28 aircraft, including 11 Citations: one Mustang, three Bravos, two Ultras, one Encore, one VII, two Excels and one Sovereign. The fleet will soon be expanded with one Citation CJ3 and one Citation XLS+.
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| Friday, November 30, 2007 |
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Bombardier And SkyWest Inc. Announce a Transaction For 22 CRJ NextGen Jets
By FlyingNews @ 7:33 AM :: 100 Views ::
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Bombardier Aerospace and SkyWest, Inc. announced today that SkyWest, Inc. of St. George, Utah has placed a firm order for 18 CRJ700 NextGen and four CRJ900 NextGen regional jets. The transaction also includes 22 options which SkyWest can apply to either aircraft.
This is the first order for CRJ NextGen aircraft by SkyWest, Inc., which through its SkyWest Airlines and Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA) subsidiaries, already operates the world’s largest CRJ fleet with 363 aircraft. The fleet currently includes 244 CRJ200, 102 CRJ700 and 17 CRJ900 regional jets.
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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Boeing Completes First Flight of Second KC-767 Tanker for Japan
By FlyingNews @ 11:44 PM :: 122 Views ::
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Boeing [NYSE: BA] aircrew completed the first flight of the second KC-767 for Japan Nov. 18 following an extensive modification that transformed it from a commercial airplane to a military tanker.
The new tanker lifted off from McConnell Air Force Base, Wichita, Kan., adjacent to the Boeing Integrated Defense Systems Wichita facility, and logged a two-hour and 41 minute flight before returning safely. It will be one of two KC-767s delivered to Japan in the first quarter of 2008.
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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Cessna Chooses China's Shenyang Aircraft Corporation as Manufacturing Partner for Model 162 SkyCatcher
By FlyingNews @ 9:47 PM :: 134 Views ::
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Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, will partner with Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (SAC) to manufacture the new Model 162 SkyCatcher light sport aircraft (LSA). SAC is a subsidiary of China Aviation Industry Corporation I (AVIC I), which is a government-owned consortium of aircraft manufacturers.
The company made the announcement today during a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
"The LSA market demands the latest avionics, safety and reliability, light-weight equipment and a competitive price tag," said Cessna Chairman, President and CEO Jack J. Pelton. "Our solution is to partner with SAC, a company with excellent facilities, state-of-the-art technologies and a workforce highly experienced in aircraft manufacturing. SkyCatcher customers will get an advanced design, high-quality workmanship and world-class product support, all at an affordable price from Cessna, a brand known and trusted worldwide."
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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Bombardier Global 5000 Sets New Transatlantic Speed Record
By FlyingNews @ 9:46 PM :: 257 Views ::
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The high-speed Global 5000 jet set a new speed record on
October 21, flying 3,652 nautical miles (6,765 km) non-stop from Berlin to Washington in just eight hours, 17 minutes.
The Global 5000 business jet departed Berlin's Schönefeld Airport (EDDB) with a three-person crew and a payload equivalent to 12 passengers – a fuel surplus of 1,200 pounds (544 kg) above reserves and seven passengers. National Aeronautic Association (NAA) representative Kristan R. Maynard was on board the fully sanctioned flight, as well a representative from Rolls-Royce Deutschland and Bombardier employees.
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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Netherlands Police Agency orders six Eurocopter EC135 Helicopters
By FlyingNews @ 9:41 PM :: 92 Views ::
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The Ministry of Interior Affairs and Kingdom Relations of the Netherlands signed a contract on November 28 for six Eurocopter EC135 P2i light twin-engine helicopters for the Dutch Police, KLPD (Korps landelijke politiediensten). The aircraft are to be delivered between mid-2009 and the end of 2009 and will replace the BO105s presently in service with KLPD. Eurocopter is proud to be adding the KLPD to its list of prestigious EC135 law enforcement customers.
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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Hawaiian Airlines choose Airbus A350 XWB and A330 aircraft for long-haul fleet
By FlyingNews @ 7:10 AM :: 99 Views ::
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Hawaiian Airlines, Inc., Hawaii’s largest airline, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for six Airbus A350 XWB-800s and six A330-200s, selecting Airbus aircraft for the first time in their history.
Hawaiian Airlines will begin receiving the new A330-200s starting in 2012 while A350 deliveries will begin in 2017. Both will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent engines.
Hawaiian Airlines, Inc., Hawaii’s largest airline, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for six Airbus A350 XWB-800s and six A330-200s, selecting Airbus aircraft for the first time in their history.
Hawaiian Airlines will begin receiving the new A330-200s starting in 2012 while A350 deliveries will begin in 2017. Both will be powered by Rolls-Royce Trent engines.
The aircraft will be deployed within the airline’s Pacific network, which currently extends from Hawaii to nine cities in the Western United States and three cities in the South Pacific. The extended range and capacity of the aircraft allows for growth in the future.
President and CEO of Hawaiian Airlines, Mark Dunkerley, said this order is a progressive decision for the airline. “These aircraft will help build on our success and enable us to provide our passengers with extraordinary travel comfort. We are committed to investing in the most modern technology and operationally-efficient aircraft, and Airbus meets our needs with the A330-200 and A350-800.“
“We are very pleased that Hawaiian Airlines has chosen both the Airbus A330 and A350 to enhance their long-haul fleet,” said John Leahy, Airbus’ Chief Operating Officer-Customers. “These aircraft will allow our new customer, Hawaiian Airlines, to respond efficiently to the increasing demand for travel to its business and holiday destinations, and expand to new ones in the future.”
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| Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
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AgustaWestland Completes BERP IV Flight Testing
By FlyingNews @ 7:08 AM :: 105 Views ::
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AgustaWestland has successfully completed the qualification flight testing of the new generation BERP IV AW101 main rotor blades. The new technology blades will enter operational service in early 2008 on the UK's Royal Air Force fleet of AW101 Merlin Mk.3A helicopters. The BERP IV program commenced in 2000 with a technology selection and integration phase leading to the design and manufacturing phase in 2002. The blades first flew in September 2006 and have now completed a 13 month flight test programme during which the AW101 was flown at speeds up to 198 knots and at altitudes of 13,000 ft. Aircraft fitted with BERP IV blades have also been flown at weights up to 16,500 kg - 1,900 kg over the normal Merlin gross weight and 900 kg over the current AW101 maximum gross weight.
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| Tuesday, November 27, 2007 |
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Textron’s Cessna Aircraft Company to Acquire Assets of Columbia Aircraft
By FlyingNews @ 8:42 PM :: 97 Views ::
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In a move to further broaden its single engine product portfolio, Textron Inc.’s (NYSE: TXT) Cessna Aircraft Company today announced it was the successful bidder for select assets of Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing Company, a Bend, Oregon-based producer of high-performance, single-engine aircraft. The bid of $26.4 million was the high bid in United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Oregon this afternoon.
“This is a significant day as it brings together two top aircraft design and production companies to offer the global general aviation community the widest range of propeller aircraft, along with world-class product support, all under the Cessna brand – one of the most trusted names in aviation,” said Cessna Chairman, President and CEO Jack. J. Pelton. “I would like to thank the 400-plus Columbia employees for their continued hard work and dedication during the bankruptcy process. We look forward to welcoming them to the Cessna family.”
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| Tuesday, November 27, 2007 |
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Bombardier Sells Four Of Its Bombardier 415 Amphibious Firefighting Aircraft
By FlyingNews @ 8:40 PM :: 106 Views ::
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Today, Bombardier Aerospace announced the sale of four Bombardier 415 amphibious aircraft to an undisclosed customer. In addition to purchasing the four firefighting aircraft, the customer also purchased additional special mission equipment items to enhance the aircraft’s capabilities.
The value of the order based on the aircraft list price is approximately $118.2 million U.S and will include spare parts provisioning, training and technical support. Deliveries of the aircraft will begin during the last quarter of fiscal year ended January 31, 2008, and will continue until 2010.
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| Tuesday, November 27, 2007 |
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Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency takes delivery of its third Eurocopter Dauphin AS365 N3
By FlyingNews @ 8:36 PM :: 118 Views ::
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The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) took yesterday delivery of its third Dauphin AS365 N3 from Eurocopter Malaysia at Terminal 2, Subang, in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister, YAB Dato’ Seri Mohd Najib Tun Haji Abdul Razak and several top brass from the Armed Forces and government sector.
With this on time delivery, the newly established Malaysian Coast Guard Air Wing Operations is ready to perform long-range surveillance and rescue operations in the Malaysian Maritime Zone and on its high sea areas with a globally proven reference helicopter system. The first and second aircraft have been delivered ahead of schedule and were presented to the Malaysian public at the 50th Independence Celebration in August 2007.
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| Tuesday, November 27, 2007 |
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TAP to acquire up to 15 A350XWBs and eight additional A320s
By FlyingNews @ 8:28 PM :: 88 Views ::
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TAP Portugal has signed a firm contract for 12 A350XWBs, plus three options, and a letter of intent for an additional eight A320 Family aircraft. The Lisbon based airline herewith converts its initial order for the A350, placed in December 2005, into the new A350XWB, and has, simultaneously, increased the number of aircraft ordered, from 10 to 12. At the same time TAP is taking delivery of its first directly owned A330-200.
In announcing the transaction, TAP's Chief Executive Officer, Fernando Pinto, said: "We have thoroughly re-evaluated our initial A350 order and the result clearly demonstrated that the XWB is the winner in all areas. This aircraft will meet TAP's requirements to cater for passenger traffic growth across the Atlantic and our plans to serve further destinations. The A350XWB offers outstanding passenger comfort thanks to its wider cabin, and unmatched operating costs, fuel consumption and environmental friendliness. The further additional A320s is a natural choice for our expansion plans, as the A320s perfectly fit our need for efficient single aisle aircraft offering the best possible comfort for our passengers".
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| Sunday, November 25, 2007 |
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AEROMÉXICO RECEIVES FIRST EMBRAER 190 JET
By FlyingNews @ 9:17 PM :: 120 Views ::
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Embraer has delivered the first of four EMBRAER 190 jets to Aeroméxico Connect, a subsidiary of Aeroméxico and the launch customer of the E-Jets in the country. The new aircraft, to be operated under a leasing contract with GE Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS), will comfortably carry 99 passengers in a dual-class configuration – 11
executive and 88 coach.
“It is a great honor to deliver this aircraft to Aeroméxico Connect, Mexico’s leading regional airline,” said Mauro Kern, Embraer’s Executive Vice President, Airline Market. “I am sure Mexican air travelers will enjoy the EMBRAER 190´s unparalleled combination of space, comfort and performance, which have made our E-Jets a popular choice by operators around the world.”
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| Sunday, November 25, 2007 |
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AIRBUS A318 POWERED BY CFM56 ENGINES APPROVED FOR STEEP APPROACH
By FlyingNews @ 9:06 PM :: 121 Views ::
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The A318 and the A318 Elite fitted with CFM International CFM56 engines were approved for the Steep Approach landing capability by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on November 19th. In June 2007, approval was granted by the EASA for the A318 powered by Pratt and Whitney PW6000 engines.
This certification opens up the Steep Approach capability to all Airbus A318 and A318 Elite operators at airports such as London City, where stringent approach requirements exist. During compatibility tests carried out at London City Airport in 2006, the A318 demonstrated that it is an excellent neighbour, ideally suited to downtown sites due to its low noise characteristics.
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| Thursday, November 22, 2007 |
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| Thursday, November 22, 2007 |
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Boeing, KLM Announce Order for Additional 777-300ERs and 737-700s
By FlyingNews @ 9:50 PM :: 111 Views ::
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Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced that KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, part of the AIR FRANCE/KLM Group, has placed an order for additional 737 and 777 aircraft. The airline will add three Next-Generation 737-700s and two 777-300ERs (Extended Range) to its fleet. As part of the agreement, KLM took options on one additional 737 and two additional 777s. The order, worth approximately $716 million at catalog prices, was previously posted to the Boeing Orders and Deliveries Web site and attributed to an unidentified customer.
With today's announcement, the airline has six 777-300ERs on direct order with Boeing and is scheduled to take delivery of its first of this model in the first quarter of 2008. KLM currently operates a fleet of 15 777-200ERs in a combination of leases and direct purchases.
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| Thursday, November 22, 2007 |
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US Airways expands Airbus A330 aircraft order
By FlyingNews @ 9:45 PM :: 93 Views ::
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US Airways is expanding its A330 fleet with the purchase of five more A330-200 passenger aircraft. This firm order is in addition to the 92 Airbus aircraft, including 10 A330-200s ordered by US Airways in October of this year.
"The A330-200 with its superior range relative to our existing fleet will allow US Airways to continue international expansion to new destinations across the globe from the Pacific to the Atlantic" said Doug Parker, chairman and CEO of US Airways. "We intend to use the A330s to expand our existing gateways as well as provide the potential to eventually add intercontinental service from our west coast hubs."
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| Thursday, November 22, 2007 |
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Sonex Aircraft, LLC Introduces Optional Pre-Assembled Spars
By FlyingNews @ 9:46 PM :: 183 Views ::
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Sonex Aircraft, LLC announced today the introduction of a new labor-saving Sonex Aircraft Complete Airframe Kit option: Pre-Assembled Main Wing Spars for Sonex and Waiex airframes, making Sonex Aircraft easier to build than ever before. While retaining full compliance with the FAA’s Experimental Amateur-built “Major Portion” regulations, these pre-manufactured optional kit components can be expected to reduce Sonex Aircraft build time by a significant amount. This upgrade can be added to the purchase of Sonex and Waiex Complete Airframe Kits for $2,200.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Argentine Air Force to buy four Saab 340B aircraft
By FlyingNews @ 9:44 PM :: 117 Views ::
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Saab Aircraft Leasing in cooperation with Saab Aerotech is pleased to announce the formal decision of the Argentine Air Force to buy four Saab 340B aircraft during 2008 and 2009. This is a culmination of a four year process to select a new middle-size transport aircraft for the Argentine Air Force.
The total budget for the aircraft and logistic support package is approximately 34 million USD spread over five years.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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U.K. Royal Household Selects Sikorsky Aircraft As Preferred Supplier for Royal Family Helicopter
By FlyingNews @ 9:41 PM :: 105 Views ::
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The Royal Household of the United Kingdom has chosen Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. as the preferred supplier to provide the next helicopter for the Royal Family's transportation. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). Sikorsky provided the S-76C+™ helicopter that the Royal Family currently flies and was named preferred supplier for the replacement, which will be an S-76C++™ helicopter subject to contract and U.K. government approval.
"The new S76C++, which will continue to provide the Royal Family with a helicopter travel service for official engagements, was chosen as most closely meeting the mission requirements, providing the best value and producing the lowest carbon footprint of the three short-listed helicopters," said Captain Christopher Pittaway, Manager and Chief Pilot of The Queen's Helicopter Flight.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Grob highlights G 120A Trainer’s achievements in service with world’s most demanding air forces
By FlyingNews @ 9:35 PM :: 122 Views ::
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At the Dubai Air Show 2007, Grob Aerospace is highlighting the G 120A’s achievements in service with some of the world’s most demanding air forces, proving its superiority as the most versatile and cost effective primary military trainer. German, Israeli, Canadian and French Air Forces have selected the G 120A to fulfill their initial flight training requirements
Its versatility and cost effectiveness has been demonstrated by a repeat order placed in June this year to expand the Canadian Air Force’s fleet of nine G 120A-C to eleven because more advanced tasks, usually conducted on more expensive aircraft, could be “downloaded” onto the G 120A-C. Certified for full aerobatics and for flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) with part-glass cockpit, the G 120A has proved to be an outstanding training platform capable of delivering full “ab initio” training.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Boeing Delivers Third C-40C to U.S. Air Force Reserve Command
By FlyingNews @ 10:03 AM :: 98 Views ::
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The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] Friday delivered the third of three C-40C transport aircraft to the U.S. Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC), providing a critical airlift asset to government leaders on official business.
Maj. Gen. Robert Duignan, commander, 4th Air Force, accepted the aircraft at Boeing facilities in Seattle and flew it to Scott Air Force Base (AFB), Ill., where it will begin service with the AFRC.
The 932nd and 375th Airlift Wings, units of the AFRC and Air Mobility Command respectively, will use the Next-Generation 737-700 Boeing Business Jet derivative to provide congressional delegations and senior government personnel safe, secure and reliable transportation -- often to remote locations around the world -- while supporting their need to conduct in-flight business.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Qantas Places Firm Order For 12 Bombardier Q400 Turboprops
By FlyingNews @ 8:05 AM :: 106 Views ::
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Bombardier Aerospace announced today that Qantas Airways of Sydney, Australia has signed a firm order for 12 Bombardier Q400 turboprop airliners on behalf of its QantasLink regional airline. Qantas has also taken options and purchase rights on an additional 24 Q400 aircraft. Four of the 12 firm-order aircraft announced today represent conversions of existing aircraft options. On October 22, 2007 Bombardier Aerospace confirmed it was in discussions with Qantas Airways with regards to this transaction.
Based on the list price of the aircraft, the contract for the 12 firm Q400 airliners is valued at approximately $339 million U.S.
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| Wednesday, November 21, 2007 |
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Boeing Delivers AirBridgeCargo's First 747-400 Freighter on Lease from GECAS
By FlyingNews @ 8:01 AM :: 112 Views ::
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Boeing [NYSE: BA] today delivered the first Boeing 747-400 Freighter to enter the fleet of AirBridgeCargo, a subsidiary of Volga-Dnepr Group, under lease from GE Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS).
The new airplane is the sixth 747 freighter in the AirBridge fleet, joining five 747-200/-300 Freighters. It is also the first of two 747-400 Freighters that AirBridgeCargo will lease from GE Commercial Aviation Services, and the carrier will take an additional 747-400F on lease in the second quarter of 2008. The Volga-Dnepr Group has also ordered five of Boeing's new 747-8 Freighters, the highly efficient and more capable next model in the 747 freighter family.
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| Saturday, November 17, 2007 |
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Pratt & Whitney’s Geared Turbofan™ Demonstrator Engine Begins Ground Testing Ahead of Schedule
By FlyingNews @ 8:22 PM :: 105 Views ::
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Pratt & Whitney’s Geared Turbofan™ demonstrator engine successfully completed its first ground test, ahead of schedule, at the company’s advanced test facility in West Palm Beach, Fla.. The full-scale demonstrator engine successfully started and ran, marking the beginning of a ground test program that will run through May 2008. Pratt & Whitney is a division of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).
“We are delighted to see our next generation Geared Turbofan engine successfully begin its validation testing program,” said Bob Saia, vice president, Next Generation Product Family, Pratt & Whitney. “With more than 20 years of design, development and component rig testing, we are confident that this demonstrator engine will meet all performance expectations and validate the game-changing characteristics of the Geared Turbofan engine.”
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| Saturday, November 17, 2007 |
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Zhuhai Purchases Additional Sikorsky Helicopters to Support China's Growing Offshore Oil Industry
By FlyingNews @ 8:19 PM :: 117 Views ::
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Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today announced that China Southern Airlines Company's Zhuhai Helicopter Branch has contracted for additional Sikorsky helicopters to support offshore oil projects in the South China Sea and Bohai Bay in China. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX)
Zhuhai is the oldest operator of Sikorsky helicopters in China and has purchased two S-76C++™ helicopters and an S-92A® helicopter. Zhuhai began flying S-76A™ helicopter models in 1984, and since then has used Sikorsky helicopters to provide offshore oil support for such companies as China National Offshore Oil Corp., ExxonMobil, and Phillips.
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| Saturday, November 17, 2007 |
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Boeing Delivers AirBridgeCargo's First 747-400 Freighter on Lease from GECAS
By FlyingNews @ 8:03 PM :: 133 Views ::
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Boeing [NYSE: BA] today delivered the first Boeing 747-400 Freighter to enter the fleet of AirBridgeCargo, a subsidiary of Volga-Dnepr Group, under lease from GE Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS).
The new airplane is the sixth 747 freighter in the AirBridge fleet, joining five 747-200/-300 Freighters. It is also the first of two 747-400 Freighters that AirBridgeCargo will lease from GE Commercial Aviation Services, and the carrier will take an additional 747-400F on lease in the second quarter of 2008. The Volga-Dnepr Group has also ordered five of Boeing's new 747-8 Freighters, the highly efficient and more capable next model in the 747 freighter family.
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| Saturday, November 17, 2007 |
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