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April 2008
| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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Vector Helicopter Services Receives Bell 206 "Glass Cockpit" STC
By FlyingNews @ 6:53 AM :: 62 Views ::
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Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) announces it has received Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for installation the Sagem Avionics Integrated Cockpit Display System 8 (ICDS-8 or ‘Glass Cockpit’) upgrade for the Bell 206 helicopter.
Elvis Moniz, Vector’s director of avionics explains several of the maintenance benefits provided by the system. The Vector-Sagem Bell 206 series ICDS-8 system consists of two eight-inch colour LCD monitors; replacing less reliable and higher cost analog engine instrumentation, and delivers an average weight saving of 15 to 21 lbs. In addition, the system employs a solid state AHRS system which eliminates expensive gyros.
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| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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U.K. Royal Air Force Expands Beechcraft King Air Fleet
By FlyingNews @ 6:45 AM :: 287 Views ::
0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Business Aircraft Manufacturers
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Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) delivers the first of two Beechcraft King Air B200GT aircraft to Serco Defence, Science and Technology for service in the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force (RAF) as a multi-engine pilot trainer. The second King Air B200GT will be delivered this summer and both aircraft will join Number 45 Squadron at RAF Cranwell. These aircraft will strengthen the existing fleet of seven Beechcraft King Air B200s in service with the RAF, bringing the total to nine King Airs.
“The King Air B200 fleet at Cranwell has been incredibly successful, both in the speed in which the aircraft entered service to replace the obsolete Jetstream, and the way in which it is providing cost-effective multi-engine pilot training for the military today,” said Air Commodore Brian Newby, Director Flying Training at 22 Group. “As our requirement for multi-engine pilots has changed in response to a rapidly evolving strategic environment, we look forward to supplementing our existing fleet with these additional two new aircraft.”
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| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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GULFSTREAM EARNS EASA VALIDATION TO INSTALL SYNTHETIC VISION ON ITS LARGE-CABIN BUSINESS JETS REGISTERED IN EUROPE
By FlyingNews @ 6:42 AM :: 46 Views ::
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Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), recently received approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to retrofit any of its four in-production large-cabin Gulfstream aircraft models with Synthetic Vision-Primary Flight Display (SV-PFD).
The validation means operators of EU-registered Gulfstream G550, G500, G450 or G350 aircraft will have the option of using the advanced avionics application, which is an enhancement to the Gulfstream PlaneView® flight displays. The Gulfstream SV-PFD, which incorporates Honeywell’s Integrated Primary Flight Display (IPFD) technology, features three-dimensional, color terrain images overlaid with primary flight display instrument symbology, which are arranged on the screen to create a large-view area for terrain. Combining previously certified terrain data from Honeywell’s Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) with obstacle data, and using a new state-of-the-art graphics processor, SV-PFD accurately depicts terrain and major obstacles and enhances runway awareness at locations throughout the world.
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| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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FIRST PHENOM 300 EXECUTIVE JET PERFORMS MAIDEN FLIGHT
By FlyingNews @ 6:33 AM :: 45 Views ::
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The Embraer Phenom 300, a standard-setter for the light jet category, successfully took to the air on its maiden flight, today, from the Company’s Gavião Peixoto test runway. In the coming months, the first Phenom 300, serial number 99801, will participate in the flight test campaign along with three additional Phenom 300 jets. It is expected to enter service in the second semester of 2009.
“This first flight of the Phenom 300 executive jet is a very special and historic moment for all of us at Embraer, and I congratulate every Embraer employee for making this possible,” said Frederico Fleury Curado, Embraer President and CEO. “We unveiled the Phenom jets nearly three years ago, making a clear statement to the business aviation community of our commitment to becoming a long-term player in the executive aviation market. The first flight of the Phenom 300 further confirms our determination and is another solid step in Embraer’s strategy to offer its customers a product line that fully meets increasingly demanding customer expectations.”
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| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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CHC Shareholders Approve Acquisition of CHC by First Reserve Corporation
By FlyingNews @ 6:30 AM :: 49 Views ::
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CHC Helicopter Corporation ("CHC") (TSX:FLY.A)(TSX:FLY.B)(NYSE:FLI) today announced that its shareholders approved the plan of arrangement involving CHC and an affiliate of a fund managed by First Reserve Corporation. The arrangement involves the acquisition of all of CHC's outstanding Class A Subordinate Voting Shares and Class B Multiple Voting Shares for cash consideration of Cdn$32.68 per share.
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| Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |
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Tunisair chooses Airbus to modernise and expand its fleet with A350s, A330s and A320s
By FlyingNews @ 6:26 AM :: 50 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Airlines, Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers
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North African airline Tunisair has signed a letter of acceptance of the Airbus proposal for the acquisition of three A350-800s, three A330-200s and ten A320s, as part of an important fleet development plan that will modernise and expand the fleet of this growing airline. With this acquisition, Tunisair is the third African airline to order the all-new A350 XWB. Tunisair currently already has 12 A320s, four A319s of which two with extended range capability and three A300-600s in operation.
The all-new, eco-efficient A350s will provide the right aircraft at the right time for the long-term development plans of Tunisair for long haul routes to North America and Asia. Meanwhile, the A330s will allow the airline to modernize its wide-body fleet and seamlessly enter the long haul market with new routes to North America in the near future with the most modern and cost efficient aircraft in the market today. Furthermore, the A320s will allow Tunisair to renew and expand its regional operations with more efficient and cost effective aircraft complementing its current fleet.
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| Tuesday, April 29, 2008 |
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Rolls-Royce completes successful first run of BR725 engine
By FlyingNews @ 6:52 AM :: 68 Views ::
0 Comments :: Aircraft Engines
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Rolls-Royce, the world’s leading engine supplier for business jets, has successfully completed the first run of its BR725 engine at its facility in Dahlewitz, Germany. The selection of the engine to power the new Gulfstream G650 aircraft was announced last month.
Dr. Rainer Hönig, Project Director – BR725 and Future Programmes, Corporate & Regional Engines, Rolls-Royce, said: “The engine powered up first time and attained 80 per cent of its full thrust rating. It is demonstrating full functionality and is performing in line with targets set in the early stages of the programme two years ago. This first landmark has been made possible by the strong relationships with our partners and suppliers.”
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| Tuesday, April 29, 2008 |
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LOCKHEED MARTIN DELIVERS MILESTONE C-130J SUPER HERCULES TO AIR MOBILITY COMMAND
By FlyingNews @ 6:50 AM :: 52 Views ::
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Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] yesterday delivered the 100th C‑130J Super Hercules to the U.S. Government. The C-130J was delivered to Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., where it is assigned to the 41st Airlift Squadron, the Blackcats, which is currently engaged in Southwest Asia on their first combat deployment. This latest C-130J was accepted by Brig. Gen. Rowayne A. Schatz Jr., Commander, 314th Airlift Wing, and Installation Commander at Little Rock Air Force Base.
"It's a special honor and privilege for me to deliver this amazing aircraft to the 41st Airlift Squadron, the first active-duty Air Mobility Command unit to employ the special capabilities of the C-130J into combat," said Brig. Gen. Schatz. "It will soon add to the Blackcat's legend and distinguished history of providing the nation a vital combat airlift capability. Taking our soldiers, sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, and airmen off the roads in Iraq and Afghanistan, getting the wounded warrior to medical care, and delivering cargo when and where it is needed, are just a few of the vital missions the C-130J allows combat airlifters to perform with greater efficiency than ever before," he said.
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| Tuesday, April 29, 2008 |
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Mesa Air Group Takes Delivery of Sixth Delta Connection CRJ-900
By FlyingNews @ 6:44 AM :: 65 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Airlines
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Mesa Air Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: MESA) today announced the arrival of the sixth of 14 seventy six seat Bombardier CRJ-900 Next Generation aircraft operated for Delta Connection by its wholly owned subsidiary, Freedom Airlines. The operation of these new aircraft was first announced in March 2007 and at that time represented an expansion of the agreement that was already in place between Mesa Air Group and Delta Air Lines.
"We are delighted to continue to grow our CRJ-900 fleet within the Delta Connection program," said Freedom Airlines Chief Operating Officer, Joe Serratelli. "Mesa Air Group remains the only regional carrier to operate this type of aircraft for two major airline partners. We believe our industry leading low costs and commitment to service are well suited for today's difficult operating environment."
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| Tuesday, April 29, 2008 |
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Boeing, Lion Air Celebrate 10th 737-900ER Delivery
By FlyingNews @ 6:40 AM :: 50 Views ::
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The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and Jakarta-based Lion Air today celebrated the delivery of the airline's 10th Next-Generation 737-900ER (Extended Range) airplane. The airplane, shown here during a test flight, will be used by the airline to expand its service with new destinations throughout South and Southeast Asia. The airline's 737-900ERs are equipped with performance-enhancing Blended Winglets, which improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 4 percent.
Boeing launched the 737-900ER program in July 2005 when Lion Air announced the initial order for 30 of the newest 737 model. The airline received the world's first 737-900ER in April 2007 and has ordered a total of 178 737-900ERs.
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| Tuesday, April 29, 2008 |
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Cessna Rolls Out First Production Citation XLS+
By FlyingNews @ 6:39 AM :: 53 Views ::
0 Comments :: Business Aircraft Manufacturers
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Employees at Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, celebrated the roll out of the first production Citation XLS+ on Friday at the company's primary design and manufacturing facilities in Wichita. The XLS+ is the latest version of the world's best-selling business jet model.
The first production unit now will go to paint and interiors, while two flight test aircraft continue to work toward type certification. Federal Aviation Administration certification is expected by mid year, with deliveries starting before the end of 2008.
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| Monday, April 28, 2008 |
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U.S. Airlines Plan Mass Retirement of Older Aircraft
By FlyingNews @ 6:49 AM :: 55 Views ::
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U.S. legacy airlines are preparing to cull dozens of older mainline aircraft from their fleets this fall, as they foresee even tougher times after the peak summer travel season.
Deep first-quarter losses reveal the industry's shaky condition due to record fuel costs. This alone would be enough to force carriers to review their capacity plans, but another blow is expected in the fourth quarter when the economic downturn could start to seriously bite into travel demand.
Carriers are accelerating the removal of their least fuel-efficient aircraft, which will see more 737-300s and -500s, MD-80s, and older 757s either parked in the desert, returned to lessors or sold offshore. And it isn't just metal that will be heading out the door - both United and Delta have announced plans to shed several hundred workers this year.
You can read the entire article here.
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| Monday, April 28, 2008 |
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Senate Leaders OK Private Turbine Aircraft Fuel Hike
By FlyingNews @ 6:48 AM :: 73 Views ::
0 Comments :: Government
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Senators Max Baucus, D-Mont., chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., chairman of the Senate aviation subcommittee, late Friday came to an agreement not to impose aviation user fees to fund the Federal Aviation Administration. The deal made calls for general aviation turbine aircraft fuel taxes to increase to 36 cents per gallon from the current 21.8 cents per gallon. However, GA gasoline, which is used in piston-powered planes, is expected to remain at the current price of 19.3 cents per gallon. "Airline passenger fees and taxes wouldn't rise," Rockefeller said.
Because Rockefeller and Baucus haven't agreed on Senate bills to fund and modernize the nation's air traffic control system, it's taken seven months to reach an agreement. On Sept. 20, the House passed the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007, which called for increased passenger airline ticket tax fees and increasing GA fuel excise taxes.
You can read the entire article here.
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| Saturday, April 26, 2008 |
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LOCKHEED MARTIN POWERS UP F-35 STOVL ENGINE IN PREPARATION FOR FIRST FLIGHT
By FlyingNews @ 7:17 AM :: 70 Views ::
0 Comments :: Military Aviation
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The British pilot who will be the first person to fly the short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] F-35B Lightning II started and ran the aircraft’s engine for the first time on April 18, initiating the final series of ground tests before the jet’s first flight.
Test pilot Graham Tomlinson of BAE Systems throttled up to full military power (non-afterburner) in two consecutive tests. The Pratt & Whitney F135 engine, which produces about 28,000 pounds of thrust in military power and 40,000 pounds of thrust in afterburner, was evaluated for nearly an hour of run time at a variety of power settings. The engine runs were part of the F-35B’s first comprehensive systems checkout on the aircraft’s own power. The engine runs were preceded by successful tests of the Integrated Power Package, which combines the functions of a starter, generator, environmental (air conditioning) system and emergency power system.
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| Saturday, April 26, 2008 |
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GULFSTREAM G550 AND G500 IN-SERVICE FLEET SURPASSES 200,000 FLIGHT HOURS
By FlyingNews @ 7:15 AM :: 54 Views ::
0 Comments :: Business Aircraft Manufacturers
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The ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550 and G500 business-jet fleet recently surpassed 200,000 flight hours in less than five years since the first G550 entered service on Sept. 29, 2003. The fleet leader accounted for close to 6,000 of those hours, while nearly 170 additional G550 and G500 aircraft in service around the world contributed the remainder.
If hours accumulated by the 192 GVs currently in service were included, the total hours flown as of March 31, 2008, would be 935,890 for all three aircraft models.
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| Saturday, April 26, 2008 |
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Boeing Moves 787 Dreamliner Static Test Airframe to Testing Rig
By FlyingNews @ 7:12 AM :: 42 Views ::
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Boeing [NYSE:BA] moved the 787 Dreamliner static test airframe from its Final Assembly facility in Everett to its structural test rig this evening. The test rig is located only 1,000 feet away from Final Assembly at the Everett factory.
Some assembly remains to be completed on the static airframe. That work will be completed concurrently with test set-up. Test set up is expected to begin immediately, with tests commencing this summer.
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| Friday, April 25, 2008 |
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GULFSTREAM G550 and G500 BUSINESS JETS RECEIVE TYPE CERTIFICATE VALIDATION FROM KOREAN CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
By FlyingNews @ 6:54 AM :: 64 Views ::
0 Comments :: Business Flying, Business Aircraft Manufacturers
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Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), recently received Type Certificate Validation for its ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550 business-jet aircraft from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority in the Republic of Korea. With this certificate validation, operators of both the large-cabin, ultra-long-range G550 and G500 can register their aircraft in that country.
“The G500 and the G550 are capable of traveling between 5,800 and 6,750 nonstop nautical miles at speeds of 0.80 Mach and can reach high speed cruise at 0.85 Mach, making them ideal business jets for international travel,” said Joe Lombardo, president, Gulfstream. “This certification makes those aircraft even more appealing, especially to Korean-based aircraft owners and operators who may have considered a G550 or G500 in the past.”
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| Friday, April 25, 2008 |
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Bombardier Surpasses Milestone 1,500th CRJ Regional Jet Delivery
By FlyingNews @ 6:52 AM :: 49 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers
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Bombardier Aerospace today announced that the CRJ Series program has celebrated and exceeded its 1,500th delivery milestone. The 1,500th aircraft, a CRJ900 NextGen model, was handed over to Northwest Airlines in March, 2008, and will be operated by Mesaba Airlines, a Northwest Airlink carrier.
On Friday, April 18, the milestone was celebrated during the delivery of another CRJ900 NextGen regional jet to Northwest Airlines, at Bombardier’s manufacturing facility at Mirabel, Quebec. The CRJ900 NextGen aircraft delivered during the ceremony was accepted by Dan McDonald, Vice-President, Fleet Planning and Strategy, Northwest Airlines, Inc.
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| Thursday, April 24, 2008 |
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Nextant Aerospace Announces Exclusive Pro Line 21 Contract
By FlyingNews @ 7:11 AM :: 122 Views ::
0 Comments :: Business Flying, Aircraft Avionics
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Nextant Aerospace announced today an exclusive contract with Rockwell Collins to provide a Pro Line 21 Major Retrofit program for the Beechjet 400A. The initial 40 aircraft order is placed against a planned production requirement for 436 aircraft with a total value of $62 million.
The Nextant Pro Line 21 retrofit program combines one of the most popular avionics suites available with one of the most popular light/medium business jets.
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| Thursday, April 24, 2008 |
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Bombardier's Greener Turboprop
By FlyingNews @ 7:03 AM :: 52 Views ::
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Bombardier’s popular Q400 turboprop is emerging as a top performer when it comes to reducing the environmental impact of aircraft.
Representatives from Bombardier Commercial Aircraft and Horizon Air chose today, Earth Day, to reiterate the 78-seat Q400 aircraft produces 30 percent less emissions, can be more fuel efficient than an average car (when calculated on a per passenger basis) and, both inside and out, is one of the quietest aircraft in the world.
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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The first production unit flies!
By FlyingNews @ 12:50 PM :: 92 Views ::
0 Comments :: Sport Aviation, Small Aircraft Manufacturers
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After completing all the static load tests to confirm ASTM/LSA compliance, The New Kolb Aircraft Co. and Flyer Industria Aeronautica LTDA have past another important milestone. The first production unit was completed early last week and the aircraft has made its maiden flight on April 3, 2008. The aircraft will be sent to London, Kentucky where it will recieve its paint stripes and markings.
In the meantime, the prototype continues its flight test program in Americana, Brazil. The final flight test report is expected to be released in the first week of June, 2008 and the first production unit should receive its S-LSA certificate soon after. The first deliveries should start in the first quarter of September.
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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Boeing, Biman Bangladesh Airlines Sign Deal for 777s, 787s
By FlyingNews @ 8:59 AM :: 59 Views ::
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced the airline's order for four 777-300ER (Extended Range) and four 787-8 Dreamliner airplanes at a signing ceremony in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines, which began as a government-owned national carrier in 1972, became Bangladesh's largest public limited company in 2007. The order for new Boeing airplanes represents a major step forward in the airline's reorganization and growth plans. The airline also has purchase rights for four 777s and four 787s.
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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Low dollar and high metal prices lead Airbus to increase aircraft list prices
By FlyingNews @ 8:53 AM :: 48 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers
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Airbus today announced a general price increase for its aircraft. On top of the 2.74% normal escalation for the year 2007, the price increase comprises an additional two million US Dollars per single-aisle aircraft and four million US Dollars per wide-body long range and A380 Family aircraft. The new pricing will apply as of 1st May *.
The price increase is mainly triggered by the weak US currency and the overall increase of world market's raw material prices - especially with regards to metal. It is the first time since 2003 that Airbus applies a price increase above escalation.
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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Republic Airways Announces Termination of Frontier Agreement
By FlyingNews @ 8:50 AM :: 66 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Airlines, Aircraft Maintenance
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Republic Airways Holdings (NASDAQ/NM: RJET), today reported that it has reached agreement with Frontier Airlines with respect to Frontier Airlines rejection of its Airline Services Agreement (“ASA”) in Frontier Airlines’ chapter 11 cases. The agreement is subject to customary approvals. Currently, the Company is operating 12 E170 aircraft under the ASA.
"We have enjoyed our partnership with Frontier and have a lot of respect for their people,” said Republic CEO Bryan Bedford. “It's unfortunate that despite their many efforts to reorganize their business outside of Chapter 11, factors beyond their control conspired to force a deeper reorganization. We wish them success in their continuing efforts to combat persistently high oil prices."
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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Addition of Next Generation 737 Aircraft to Its Repair
By FlyingNews @ 8:41 AM :: 57 Views ::
0 Comments :: Aircraft Maintenance
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Hamilton Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (HAT), a wholly owned subsidiary of Global Aircraft Solutions, Inc. (OTC BB:GACF.OB - News), today announced that it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval to add Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800 and 737-900 aircraft to its repair station certificate. Together with its existing Boeing 737 certifications, HAT is now authorized to perform airframe heavy maintenance up through 'D' check on all series Boeing 737 aircraft.
HAT also announced that, for the sixth year in a row, it is the recipient of the FAA "Diamond Certificate of Excellence" for maintenance training. The Diamond Certificate of Excellence is the FAA's highest maintenance honor, designed to encourage aviation maintenance technicians and their employers to participate in initial and recurrent training programs.
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| Wednesday, April 23, 2008 |
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Canadians prepare for take off with a race in the sky
By FlyingNews @ 8:36 AM :: 52 Views ::
0 Comments :: Air Racing
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Detroit, MI/Windsor, ON will be the third stop on a ten city worldwide tour to make up the 2008 Red Bull Air Race World Series schedule. On May 31 and June 1, twelve of the world's best pilots will introduce Canadians to a new dimension in motorsport. The pilots will pull up to 10 Gs with unprecedented skill and precision in their high-performance race planes just feet above the Detroit River in a captivating race against the clock.
The Detroit-Windsor race will follow the San Diego stop on May 3 and 4, and the 2008 season opener that took place in Abu Dhabi, UAE on April 10 and 11 where British racer Paul Bonhomme brought a first-place finish back to Great Britain. In 2007, 4.5 million spectators attended 10 stops worldwide.
You can read the entire article here.
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| Tuesday, April 22, 2008 |
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Pratt & Whitney Wins $190 Million Order for V2500 Engines from Silkair
By FlyingNews @ 7:05 AM :: 53 Views ::
0 Comments :: Aircraft Engines
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Singapore-based Silkair has selected the International Aero Engines V2500 to power up to 20 new Airbus A320 family aircraft. The engines will be backed by a V2500Select® service agreement. The deal for engines to power 11 firm and 9 option aircraft and the service agreement is valued at more than $190 million to Pratt & Whitney if all options are exercised. Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) company, is a major participant in International Aero Engines (IAE).
SilkAir currently operates 15 V2500-powered A320 family aircraft. Deliveries of these new aircraft will begin in March 2009.
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| Tuesday, April 22, 2008 |
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CIRRUS DESIGN ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF FIRST POLISH SALES CENTER
By FlyingNews @ 7:02 AM :: 204 Views ::
0 Comments :: General Aviation, Small Aircraft Manufacturers
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Cirrus Design Corp., a leading manufacturer of personal aircraft, announced today the opening of Cirrus Polska, the first Cirrus sales center in Poland.
“Poland’s accelerating economy, booming business activity and influx of international investors creates a need for fast and flexible transportation,” said Managing Director of Cirrus International John M. Bingham. “Currently, the general aviation transportation solutions are an unexplored niche; Cirrus Polska will showcase the highest and safest quality planes and products in the country.”
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| Tuesday, April 22, 2008 |
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Boeing, Aviation Capital Group Announce 737 Order
By FlyingNews @ 6:59 AM :: 46 Views ::
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The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and U.S.-based commercial jet airplane leasing company Aviation Capital Group (ACG) today announced an order for 17 Next-Generation 737 airplanes. This order, valued at more than $1 billion at current list prices, was previously accounted for on Boeing's Orders and Deliveries Web site attributed to an unidentified customer.
"Today's order reflects ACG's commitment to its customers by offering the most technologically advanced, fuel efficient and highly flexible aircraft in the industry," said R. Stephen Hannahs, group managing director and CEO of ACG. "It is our strategy to build a portfolio that includes the highly versatile Next-Generation 737 aircraft, which are fuel efficient, retain high value and are in demand by airlines around the world."
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| Tuesday, April 22, 2008 |
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Airbus and Pratt & Whitney to test Geared Turbofan concept
By FlyingNews @ 6:57 AM :: 54 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Aircraft Manufacturers, Aircraft Engines
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As part of Airbus' routine and on-going research into new technologies for the long term, Airbus and Pratt & Whitney announce an agreement to flight test a technology demonstrator version of Pratt & Whitney's new Geared Turbofan™ engine. The tests will be performed on Airbus' own A340 Flight Test aircraft during the fourth quarter of 2008.
The trials are an example of Airbus' commitment, as an eco-efficient company, to look at all new technologies and innovations that could potentially bring environmental and economic benefits to the aviation sector for the longer term. The Geared Turbofan engine is one option Airbus is testing and the results will contribute to Airbus' overall assessment of the different new engine technologies proposed by the engine manufacturers and the benefits they could bring for the future. At this point in time, the tests do not imply either a technological or a business decision on future product developments.
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| Saturday, April 19, 2008 |
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North Korean airline stays aloft
By FlyingNews @ 11:25 AM :: 63 Views ::
0 Comments :: Commercial Airlines
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Air Koryo jets once traversed the skies of the Eurasian landmass, linking communist North Korea with airports in Cold War capitals as far afield as Moscow, Prague and the former East Berlin.
Nowadays, the aging Russian-built craft of the rickety state airline mostly ply routes close to home, with rare flights beyond nearby Chinese cities and Russia's Far East.
To the casual observer, that might sound like a tale of decline, but a closer look suggests a carrier possessed of a dogged resilience that has stayed aloft despite being the flagship of a nation beset with a dysfunctional economy.
You can read the entire article here.
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| Saturday, April 19, 2008 |
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Lockheed tries to reduce risk on helicopter bid
By FlyingNews @ 7:53 AM :: 58 Views ::
0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Helicopters
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Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT.N: Quote, Profile, Research) has spent a significant amount to make its bid for a $15 billion contract for a fleet of combat search and rescue helicopters more attractive by making it less risky, a top official told Reuters this week.
Industry bids are due on May 22 for the Air Force project, which was initially awarded in 2006 to Boeing Co (BA.N: Quote, Profile, Research) for a variant of its twin-rotor Chinook helicopter.
But the Air Force was forced to redo the competition after the Government Accountability Office upheld protests filed by losing bidders Lockheed and United Technologies Corp (UTX.N: Quote, Profile, Research).
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