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Hope to reach all my readers in great spirits. Its festive time all around the country and let me start by wishing all of you great prosperity, happiness and vitality. This month, we are rich with news and events from all around the aviation world. Starting from NBAA 2018, which is keen on adapting the goodness and positivity of blockchain to alter the very course of the business. It also harps strong on technology which alone is our pivotal ladder to better things all around. In another story, Army Medical Corp’s Dr Susane Giti has been bestowed with the honourable position of first female major general for Bangladesh Army, which is indeed a landmark moment in the history of the beautiful nation. With a view to realize Go-Green objectives, Hactl , one of the largest independent cargohandlers has decided to goforward embracing their solar installation plans. Such an initiative not only rings inspiration and admiration in equal measures but is also an important step towards sustainably of the environment at large. Speaking of cargo we have Chinese Unitop airlines starting operations between Kunming and Dubai. God! The cargo business looks so good. The future of cargo handling looks all the way bright with high priority express delivery for urgent international shipments, as Saudi Cargo launched their Fly express Service that will be driven by a cost effective model across all destinations. Also, we have curated a special page on the goodness and benefits of mediation which is a great tool to relax your inner self and lay off stress and anxiety. Don’t forget to flip past our daily dose of quick updates and leave us a comment knowing what else can be include to make Aviation Update a must pick every month. I long to hear from my readers and appreciate the love and admiration hat all of you have showered on us. Be safe this festiveseason and let us all strive towards ending all negativity with the luminanceand foster warmth and vitality in our relationships. Till we meet next time, Ciao.
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NIIT TECHNOLOGIES SHOWCASES ITS ALEXA AND BLOCKCHAIN APPLICATIONS DEVELOPED ON IATA’S AIRLINE INDUSTRY DATA MODEL
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IIT Technologies Ltd., a leading global IT solutions organization, has successfully implemented its Alexa and Blockchain applications leveraging IATA’s Airline Industry Data Model (AIDM) enabling airlines to provide a seamless travel experience to its passengers. The solutions have been unveiled at IATA’s Global Airport Passenger Symposium (GAPS) 2018 being held from October 2-4 in Athens, Greece NIIT Technologies’ Alexa application provides passengers the ability to find more information about their bookings, flights and frequent flyer details. AIDM data structures formed the basis of the data sourcing from multiple fronts required to build this application. The backend settlement process on Hyperledger Fabric relies on AIDM data structures to push data in Chain-m, a Blockchain application which enables airlines and partners to quickly reconcile the transactions through smart contracts built on Chaincode. Anil Batra, Transformation leader, Travel and Transportation, NIIT Technologies, stated, “AIDM aims to increase the consistency of data definition, break silos and provide a standard messaging to improve interoperability, and reduces risk of project failure. Our deep domain expertise in the airline industry helped in understanding the AIDM process well and building applications catering to the entire spectrum of airline function.” Marie Masserey, Head, Industry Architecture, IATA, stated, “The AIDM was conceived as an essential industry tool to deliver interoperable data exchange standards faster. It is exciting to see the model content used to build innovative airline applications.” The seamless flow of data becomes challenging in the aviation industry due to
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inconsistent use of definitions - the same term has different meanings in different systems while multiple terms are used to describe the same concept. AIDM helps in increased consistency of definitions and faster deployment of industry standards through quality and visibility.
HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY ANNOUNCES PERFORMANCE PACKAGE FOR THE HONDAJET HA-420
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onda Aircraft Company announced the addition of a performance package for the HondaJet HA-420. The company’s new Advanced Performance Modification Group (APMG) engineered the upgrade, enabling existing HondaJet owners to enhance their current aircraft with several new performance and software features. The APMG Performance Package offers current HondaJet owners the opportunity to implement Honda Aircraft Company’s latest performance upgrades on their aircraft; among those are a shorter takeoff field length, an increased maximum takeoff weight and more mission capabilities. The package also features many Garmin G3000 avionics software updates, including, but not limited to, advanced integrated Take Off & Landing (TOLD) calculations, increased connectivity with Flight Stream 510 compatibility and an enhanced electronic checklist. “As Honda Aircraft Company continues to pioneer new technologies in aviation, the APMG was created to ensure that all HondaJet owners, current and future, would have the opportunity to experience newly-created state-of-the-art technologies, regardless of when they purchased their aircraft,”
Honda Aircraft Company CEO and President Michimasa Fujino stated. He added, “The purpose of the APMG is to implement new features on original aircraft for the benefit of customers around the world.” Honda Aircraft Company also announced that the HondaJet and HondaJet Elite have received type certification from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The HondaJet holds many type certifications around the world, including, but not limited to, the United States (Federal Aviation Administration), Europe (European Aviation Safety Agency), Mexico (Directorate General of Civil Aviation), Canada (Transport Canada), Brazil (National Civil Aviation Agency) Argentina (Administración Nacional de Aviación Civil) and Panama (Autoridad Aeronáutica Civil). Honda Aircraft’s latest model, the HondaJet Elite, is also certified in the United States and Europe. Honda Aircraft Company has established a worldwide dealer and authorized sales network to provide unsurpassed service and support for HondaJet customers that spans territories in North America, Europe, Middle and South America, Southeast Asia, China, India, the Middle East and Japan. Manufactured at Honda Aircraft Company’s world headquarters in Greensboro, NC, the HondaJet was the most delivered aircraft in its class in 2017 and for the first half of 2018.
GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION SURPASSES 5,000 SYSTEMS INSTALLED
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ogo Business Aviation has surpassed 5,000 systems activated across the AVANCE platform and its other ATG (air-toground) systems. Gogo has nearly 450 Gogo AVANCE systems flying on business aircraft, including AVANCE L5 and L3, which is the fastest adoption of connectivity systems across the broadest range of business aircraft models in the history of business aviation. “This has been a banner year for Gogo Business Aviation,” said Sergio Aguirre, president of Gogo Business Aviation. “What we’ve achieved, surpassing 5,000 systems in business aviation marks the realization of a dream made possible by hundreds
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of talented, hard-working and dedicated people. And, the success of the AVANCE platform is unprecedented in business aviation and has pushed us to new heights much more quickly than anyone expected.” AVANCE L5, Gogo’s solution that can provide bandwidth-intensive activity such as streaming video, has been in the market for a little more than a year. To date, Gogo has more than 350 L5 systems installed and activated, with an additional 300 that have been shipped. AVANCE L3, which began shipping earlier this year, continues to gain momentum and is expected to reach 100 installations by mid-November, less than one year after launch. Since the start of the year, the AVANCE L5 system has been in use on more than 28,000 flights, delivering a 4G experience that allows heavy-bandwidth activities such as streaming video, video conferencing, email with large attachments, and fast web browsing. AVANCE L5 and L3 systems are actively being installed at all Gogo-authorized MROs and aftermarket OEM service centers. To date, Gogo and its OEM partners and dealers have received type certificate and supplemental type certificate (STC) approvals for AVANCE L5 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) across more than 40 airframes. Gogo and its partners are securing STCs for more than 15 additional airframes in the coming months, meaning AVANCE L5 will be available for installation on more than 55 business jet platforms. For AVANCE L3, STCs have been secured on seven aircraft models, with another STC being finalized in the coming days.
MATERNA SUBSIDIARY FOUNDED IN BANGALORE
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fter successful installations in Europe and North America, Materna Intelligent Passenger Solutions (IPS) is now entering new markets in Asia with its flagship self bag drop solutions. In the course of their current and planned activities on the Indian market, Materna has founded a company in India. Since April 2018, Materna Information & Communications India Pvt. Ltd. has had its headquarters in Bangalore, the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Having their own company here puts Materna in an optimal position to act independently and to serve the country-specific requirements on the Indian market covering everything from concept design and installation to maintenance of hardware and software. With Shibu Mathews heading the company here, Materna has got a very experienced manager on board to accompany the projects in India and to build up the company’s expertise. “India’s airports are being confronted with growth of up to 25 percent right now and have expansion plans to match. However, above all, they have to make the best possible use of their existing infrastructure as extensions and new buildings take too long. The self-service project at Airport Bengaluru, one of the most modern and attractive airports in India, is the first of its kind in the whole of India. We look forward immensely to improving the passenger experience and to mastering the challenges in this exciting growth market with established solutions together with our customers,” Shibu Mathews explains.
HERTZ APPOINTS INTERGLOBE AIR TRANSPORT AS EXCLUSIVE GSA IN INDIA
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ertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, The Hertz Corporation, has appointed InterGlobe Air Transport Ltd (IGAT) as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) in India. IGAT will manage the outbound sales of products and services of Hertz and its additional car rental brands Dollar, Thrifty, ACE and Firefly to domestic travel trade partners, corporate customers and leisure
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travellers. IGAT has 29 years of experience in the Indian travel industry, 12 sales offices and 80 sales people. The exclusive partnership was formed following a year of successful collaboration in Indiabetween the two companies. Eoin MacNeill, Vice President, Hertz Asia Pacific, said: “The India outbound market represents a great opportunity for Hertz and we are very pleased to extend our partnership with IGAT to a sole agent basis. IGAT is an experienced operator, managing a wide travel distribution network and extensive corporate customer base across India. IGAT is ideally placed to grow the presence of The Hertz Corporation’s car rental brands in India and provide outbound travellers with a wide choice of car rental options around the world.” Mr. Siddhanta Sharma, President and CEO, InterGlobe Air Transport, added: “Hertz’s global expertise and modern fleet, coupled with our strong footprint across the Indian market will help us pave substantial inroads with both corporate and leisure holiday travellers. Our discerning network in Indiavery much welcomes our ongoing collaboration with a renowned, truly global player such as Hertz.” According to Research and Markets, India outbound visitors will grow 10% CAGR by 2022, which will help the country’s outbound tourism market to grow to nearly US$ 45 Billion by the same year.*
DELTA AIR LINES TAKES DELIVERY OF ITS FIRST AIRBUS A220
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“It is with great pride that we take delivery of our first, state-of-the-art A220100,” said Delta Chief Executive Ed Bastian. “We have big plans for our A220 fleet and are confident that Delta customers and Delta people alike will be delighted with the in-flight experience provided by this thoroughly modern and efficient aircraft. We value our longstanding partnerships with Airbus and Bombardier and are grateful for the great design and manufacturing work done by the team here in Mirabel.” Delta’s A220 will enter service in early 2019, making Delta the fourth global airline to operate the aircraft previously known as the Bombardier C Series. The C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP) welcomed Airbus as lead partner earlier this year, prompting the change of name to the Airbus A220. Delta is the largest A220-100 customer, with a firm order for 75 aircraft. Guillaume Faury, President of Airbus’ commercial aircraft business, said, “We at Airbus are dedicated to providing our customers the right products for a marketplace that needs modern, efficient and passenger-friendly aircraft – and the remarkable A220 certainly delivers. When a great airline like Delta puts a new aircraft into service as a platform for their outstanding passenger service, the entire industry takes note. The A220 team is gratified by the confidence that the Delta family has placed in this excellent, Canadian-born aircraft.” The A220-100 delivers unbeatable fuel efficiency. It brings together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation PW1500G geared turbofan engines to offer at least 20 percent lower fuel burn per seat compared to previous generation aircraft.
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he Government of India’s ambitious UDAN scheme is set to gain on-ground traction as TruJet kick-started its pan India plans by inking a deal with Aviation IT specialist, IBS Software (IBS), for its Passenger Service System (PSS). Under the contract IBS will implement the full suite of the iFly Res solution for passenger reservations covering the inventory, fares and ticketing
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functionality.The 100% cloud based solution will enable online/internet based booking engine (IBE) for both B2C & B2B as well as online & counter check-in at all regional airports. Hyderabad based TruJet is the first Indian airline to operate on all UDAN sectors that it was awarded. UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik- Let the Common Man Fly) is the regional airport development and regional connectivity scheme of the Government of India, launched in 2017, to make flying affordable for the masses, while promoting a balanced regional growth across the country. Under UDAN, TruJet has managed to carve its own niche in the airline industry. The airline currently operates a fleet of 5 ATR aircraft and is actively pursuing plans to add more routes and aircraft. IBS’ iFly Res, one of the first New Distribution Capability (NDC) compliant PSS systems in the world, comprehensively addresses all the key functions including passenger reservations, schedules and flight control, inventory control, fares & ticketing and departure control. Once implemented, iFly Res will help TruJet in the dynamic management of blocked and free-sale inventory, real-time visibility on operations and quick decision making which provides a platform for an improved level of customer service and cost optimization. The SaaS based reservation solution will also enable TruJet to integrate seamlessly with other partner airlines for codeshare operations as well as future goods distribution. IBS Software offers end-to-end IT systems covering diverse process areas -passenger services, cargo operations, flight and crew operations, airport operations and aircraft maintenance engineering - giving it the unique position as the company that provides the widest range of IT products to the aviation industry in the world. The change of TruJet’s PSS to IBS’ iFly Res marks our transition from a regional start up based out of South India to a niche Pan India regional airline, actively seeking to bring connectivity and state of the art booking functionality to the common man of India. We are proud that our team is Indian and our systems are also Indian. When the iFly Res system is commissioned in TruJet, we will bring incredible travel bargains and 24/7 booking on a wider scale than we have ever done before”, said K V Pradeep, Group Director, TruJet.
“This partnership with TruJet is significant for IBS as it heralds our entry into the Indian PSS market, till now dominated by overseas names. The widening footprint of our PSS solution is a true testament to the substantial investments we have made in making the solution truly world class. iFly Res, has over the years, successfully withstood stringent due diligence to emerge as the best suited PSS to meet the changing business requirements of airlines. We are delighted to associate with TruJet in its quest to be one of the premier airlines operating in India” said VK Mathews, Executive Chairman, IBS Software.
SABRE HOSTS AIRLINE LEADERS FORUM IN MUMBAI
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abre Corporation, the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, is proud to drive the rapid evolution of India’s aviation sector by providing innovation and expertise to companies that shape the travel industry. Hosting the first-ever Airline Leaders’ Forum in Mumbai, Sabre created a unique forum for airlines, travel agents and travel management companies from across the country to delve into industry best practices regarding merchandising, distribution and fulfillment that will enable a successful evolution towards the future of travel. Sabre continues to bolster its leadership position in the India travel marketplace. In addition to providing a platform that facilitates knowledge transfer between industry members, Sabre recently announced the renewal of a long-term, full content distribution agreement with Jet Airways. Sabre also has a long-standing relationship with Air India, with whom it holds a full content distribution agreement for both India and international points of sale. “India has the potential to achieve some of the fastest growth of any aviation market in the world. Sabre plays a leading role in the transformation of India’s aviation industry by enabling companies to adopt
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SPICEJET’S RECEIVED ITS FIRST 737 MAX AIRPLANE
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piceJet celebrated the delivery of the carrier’s first 737 MAX 8. The airline plans to use the 737 MAX to expand and standardize its fleet, while leveraging the super-efficient jet to reduce fuel costs per airplane by $1.5 million a year. SpiceJet’s first 737 MAX 8 takes-off from Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington (Craig Larson photo). “We are excited to take delivery of our very first 737 MAX 8,” said SpiceJet Chairman and Managing Director Ajay Singh. “The induction of our first MAX is a huge milestone in SpiceJet’s journey. These new airplanes will enable us to open new routes, while reducing fuel and engineering costs, as well as emissions. The 737 MAX will dramatically reduce noise pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Passengers will benefit from a large number of premium seats and, for the first time in India, broadband internet on board.” This is the first of up to 205 737 MAX airplanes SpiceJet has announced with Boeing. The new and improved singleaisle airplane will help SpiceJet lower its emissions output, which is a key initiative for the carrier as it looks to increase regional and international routes.
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SpiceJet’s new 737 MAX airplanes arrive at a time when India’s commercial aviation market continues to grow at significant rates. According to industry data, domestic air traffic in India has grown about 20 percent in each of the past four years with an upward growth trajectory going forward. “India is a fast growing market for commercial airplanes and services,” said Ihssane Mounir, senior vice president of Commercial Sales & Marketing for The Boeing Company. “The 737 MAX for SpiceJet is the perfect airplane for this market and it will become a key ingredient for long-term success, especially as oil prices continues to put pressure on airlines. The marketleading efficiency and reliability of the MAX will pay immediate dividends for SpiceJet’s commercial operations.” In preparation for their new 737 MAX, SpiceJet signed up to leverage Boeing Global Services’ tailored flight simulator and maintenance training, which will help train SpiceJet’s world-class pilots and mechanics in all areas of 737 MAX flight operations, resulting in maximized cost-savings. The airline also employs Onboard Performance Tool, powered by Boeing AnalytX, which allows flight crews and ground personnel to perform real-time calculations based on current weather and runway conditions, improving efficiency and maximizing payloads.
SPICEJET PUTS PAKYONG (GANGTOK) ON INDIA’S AVIATION MAP
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piceJet, the country’s favourite carrier, operated its first daily direct flight on the Kolkata-Pakyong (Gangtok)-Kolkata route. The first direct flight was flagged off from
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata. SpiceJet was awarded Pakyong (Gangtok) under UDAN II and is the airline’s ninth destination under the scheme. SpiceJet is the first and only airline to offer daily direct air connectivity between Kolkata and Pakyong thus providing much needed air connectivity to the North-Eastern State of Sikkim. Pakyong airport is the only operational civil airport handling commercial operations in the State. SpiceJet will launch a second flight connecting Guwahati with Pakyong from October 16. A traditional lamp lighting ceremony was organized marking the inauguration of the operations and the first passenger was welcomed by SpiceJet officials. In line with the aviation tradition to mark key milestones, the flight which was flagged off from Kolkata, was greeted with a grand water cannon salute upon its arrival at Pakyong airport. With the launch of the new flight services, passengers from Pakyong can now conveniently travel to a host of other cities both on SpiceJet’s domestic as well as international network via multiple onward connections from Kolkata. Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet said, “Today is a proud moment for SpiceJet and a historic one for Indian aviation as we have put Sikkim on India’s aviation map. SpiceJet is the first and only airline to connect this majestic state with the rest of the country and beyond and will be connecting Pakyong with Guwahati from October 16th. Our new flights will provide a major boost to tourism and we are proud to contribute to the growth story of this vibrant state.” In the absence of direct air connectivity to the State, tourists headed for Sikkim had to fly to Bagdogra and then take a road journey of over 100 km to reach Gangtok. With the introduction of the direct flights from Pakyong the extra travel time will now be avoided. The Pakyong airport, the country’s 100th operational airport, is an engineering marvel situated at a height of more than 4,500 feet. On March 10, SpiceJet had successfully operated a test flight to Pakyong making it the first civil fixed aircraft to land at the airport. SpiceJet will be deploying its Bombardier Q-400 aircraft on the route.
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ECAS announced the signing of a lease contract for seven A320neos to enter service with Vistara, the India based fullservice carrier and joint venture of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, following deliveries from Airbus in the latter part of 2019 and continuing into 2020. Commencing operations in January 2015 as one of India’s premier operators, Vistara, with its hub at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, has flown over 11 million customers. Operating an all-A320 fleet (with both 200s & neos), Vistara is the first airline in India to introduce premium economy class on domestic routes. “GECAS is delighted to partner with Vistara to expand its fleet of A320neos,” noted GECAS’ Aashish Sonawala, SVP Marketing. “These aircraft offer very attractive operating economics to the airline that is striving to offer a world-class experience to its passengers. We look forward to a long and cherished association with Vistara” “With the signing of this agreement we welcome GECAS as one of our new leasing partners for Vistara’s next phase of fleet expansion,” said Mr. Leslie Thng, CEO, Vistara. “The neo - with advanced technology, offering the fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and improved range attributed to CFM’s LEAP-1A engines – will further strengthen our domestic network and expand the regional international operations which we plan to launch soon,” Mr. Thng added.
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angalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) has awarded the contract for the construction of Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport) to the Building & Factories Business of Larsen & Toubro. The EPC order is valued at Rs 3,035.9 crore. Once completed, the 255,000 square metre Phase 1 of T2 will augment the capacity of the BLR Airport by 25 million passengers per annum (MPPA). This phase is scheduled to be completed by 31st March, 2021. The scope of work includes design, engineering, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of T2, including the integration of services and utilities with existing services and utilities along with the Airport’s systems, support facilities and buildings. L&T Construction is also currently constructing the New South Parallel Runway (NSPR), apron and other auxiliary buildings at the BLR Airport. The award of this contract is the outcome of a global e-tendering process that lasted several months. BIAL has worked with L&T Construction in the past and we believe that they have both the ability as well as the expertise to deliver a project as complex as T2. Once ready, passengers can expect the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru to continue to deliver a worldclass, seamless and delightful experience, replete with cutting-edge technology,” said Hari Marar, managing director & CEO, BIAL. “This repeat win is the reflection of the confidence our client reposes with us to deliver another airport project to international class and quality,” said SN Subrahmanyan, chief executive officer and managing director, Larsen & Toubro. “Our association with BIAL has been long and mutually extremely beneficial and we are confident of delivering this demanding mandate to the complete satisfaction of our customer.” The design for Terminal 2 was articulated by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), USA – among the largest architecture and urban planning firms in the world.
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coot, the low cost wing of Singapore Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A320neo in Toulouse, France. Scoot has placed orders for 39 A320neo aircraft under its fleet renewal programme. The new addition complements the airline’s existing fleet of 27 A320ceo Family aircraft. Powered by Pratt and Whitney PurePower engines, the new aircraft features 186 seats in Scoot’s configuration. Selected for its outstanding operational efficiency, comfort and range, the A320neo will be deployed by Scoot on its services across Asia. Featuring the widest single aisle cabin in the sky, the A320neo Family incorporates the very latest technologies including new generation engines and Sharklets, which together deliver at least 15 percent fuel savings at delivery and 20 percent by 2020. With more than 6,100 orders received from over 100 customers, the A320neo Family has captured nearly 60 percent share of the market.
INDIGO ANNOUNCES HONG KONG AS ITS 15TH INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION
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international expansion, the airline also operates daily non-stop flights between India and Colombo, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Male and Phuket. The new flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers from these cities, who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options. Customers who would like to plan their travel can book tickets through our official website www.goindigo.in. Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo said, “We are delighted to announce Hong Kong as the 15th destination in our international portfolio. One of the world’s biggest financial hubs, Hong Kong constitutes a strategic market for us. Hong Kong also caters to all kinds of travellers, be it family or a group of friends, and we see huge tourism potential in future from India.” Mr. Boulter further added, “IndiGo will continue to expand its network to meet the requirements of both business and leisure travellers wherever they demand it. It is our constant endeavour to provide more flexibility of choice to our customers as IndiGo continues to offer them on-time, courteous and hassle free service, and an affordable flying experience always.”
EMBRAER DELIVERS 15 COMMERCIAL AND 24 EXECUTIVE JETS IN 3Q18
with up to 150 seats worldwide over the next 20 years,. The in-service fleet is set to increase to 16,000 aircraft, up from the 9,000 aircraft currently in operation. Market growth will drive 65% of this demand, while the remaining 35% of the projected demand will be to replace ageing aircraft. Embraer and Helvetic Airways signed a contract for a firm order of 12 E190-E2 jets during 3Q18. The agreement was announced at the Farnborough Airshow in July as a Letter of Intent. The contract also includes purchase rights for another 12 E190-E2 aircraft, with the possibility of conversion to the E195-E2 model, raising the order potential for up to 24 aircraft. Deliveries should occur between the end of 2019 and 2021. Also in Farnborough, United Airlines made a firm order for 25 E175 jets in a 70seat configuration. Deliveries will begin in the second quarter of 2019. In 3Q18, Embraer also signed a contract with an undisclosed customer for up to five E195-E2s, being three firm orders and two purchase rights. This agreement was previously announced as a Letter of Intent (LoI) during the Farnborough Airshow. In addition, the Company continues to work on finalizing its recent LoI signed at the Farnborough Airshow for 100 E175 aircraft for Republic Airways, with the expectation that a significant portion of these jets should enter the Company’s backlog by the end of 2018.
uring the third quarter of 2018 (3Q18), Embraer delivered 15 jets to the commercial aviation market and 24 business jets, being 17 light jets and 7 large jets. On September 30, Embraer’s firm order backlog totaled USD13.6 billion.
A total of 134 jets were removed from Embraer’s backlog in 3Q18. The majority of these planes belong to an order placed by Skywest for 100 E175-E2s, and were removed largely due to IFRS accounting changes. Given current timing uncertainty of the scope clause changes in the U.S. market to allow the heavier E175-E2 to be flown by regional airlines under capacity purchase agreements (CPAs) for mainline airlines, Embraer has proactively adopted best practices to align with the latest IFRS principles and remove the order from backlog given its conditionality terms. Skywest remains committed with the E175-E2 order and its terms are unchanged. The other 34 jets that were removed from the Company’s backlog in 3Q18 are related to cancellations, including an order for 24 E190 jets that were cancelled by JetBlue following its recent fleet renewal decision.
Regarding the commercial aviation market, Embraer forecasted in its Market Outlook a demand for 10,550 new aircraft
In the business jets segment, Embraer first exhibited the Phenom 100EV, Phenom 300E and Legacy 650E aircraft with full
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interior at Labace, the largest Latin American executive aviation fair which took place in São Paulo in August. Embraer also delivered its first Phenom 300E in Asia Pacific. Embraer Services & Support signed relevant agreements in Europe and Africa during the quarter. LOT Polish Airlines, the national carrier of Poland and leading airline in Central Europe, signed an extension of its pool agreement to support LOT’s fleet of 34 Embraer E-Jets. Kenya Airways also joined a service program whereby Embraer will take over the planning and replenishment of a sizeable portion of Kenya Airways’ spare parts stock covering the 15 Embraer E190 aircraft operated by the airline. Sahara Africa Aviation also signed a multiyear Pool Program Agreement for spare parts and support covering more than 500 components for their two recently acquired Embraer ERJ 145 jets.
PRIVATE AVIATION COMPANY JETSETGO STARTS URBAN AIR TRANSPORT SERVICE ‘SKYSHUTTLE’
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etSetGo, the India-born pioneer of private aviation, recently announced the launch of its SkyShuttle service. Initially serving three key sectors (Mumbai-Bangalore, JuhuTarapur, and Juhu-Vapi), SkyShuttle will utilise a combination of efficient premium jets and helicopters to bring the future of flying cars and on-demand urban air transportation one step closer. Enabling India to lead the world on such concepts, CEO and Co-Founder of JetSetGo, Kanika Tekriwal explained, “Using vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) allows us to make full use of the third dimension in air travel to make daily traffic jams a thing of the past. We’ve engaged with our customers to understand their daily pains on getting from point A to point B in the most convenient, efficient and enjoyable way, and we firmly believe SkyShuttle is the first step in achieving this for the discerning Indian traveller”. The company announced plans to develop its inter-city and intra-city offering over the coming months. This highly
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anticipated launch comes close on the heels of circa 20 companies who have drawn active investor interest globally, ranging from Larry Page’s Kitty Hawk to Airbus’s Vahana and Boeing’s bets on electric cargo and passenger aircraft; all of which are aimed at developing new age flying machines of tomorrow.
stated Rick Heine, CEO of Flightdocs. “Together, we are working towards delivering incredible, integrated tools that will transform business and general aviation operations by offering efficiency and cost savings to operators of all brands and aircraft types across the globe.”
Co-Founder Sudheer Perla added, “SkyShuttle takes the conversation leaps and bounds beyond a ride-sharing platform which is fundamentally a play on aggregation. We have already achieved success in that area through our core JetSetGo offering, so the challenge has moved on to expanding our on-demand air charters to a broader market segment in a seamless and sustainable manner.”
This partnership strengthens Boeing Global Services’ broad portfolio of products of services with Flightdocs’ industryleading, cloud-based aviation maintenance, compliance and inventory management Software as a Service (SaaS) solution.
In a press release the company also stated that it had worked tirelessly to comply with regulations, which were previously not designed for such technological and social advancements. JetSetGo has understood and catered to the initial customer demand whilst continuing to bridge infrastructure gaps and solve complex operating dynamics, it added. The service cuts travel durations significantly by reducing the hours spent at airport counters, stuck in traffic jams, and enduring tarmac delays.
BOEING AND FLIGHTDOCS ENTER EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP
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oeing and Flightdocs have entered into a multi-year agreement to exclusively market and sell the Flightdocs Enterprise platform, a full-service maintenance, compliance and inventory management solution for the business and general aviation market. The companies have also entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to integrate the Flightdocs Enterprise platform with Boeing Global Services’ portfolio of companies, products and services including Aviall, Inventory Locator Services, and Jeppesen. “We are excited to partner with Boeing, the recognized leader in aviation worldwide,”
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“Our exclusive agreement with Flightdocs will deliver end-to-end, industryfirst solutions to business and general aviation operators,” said William Ampofo, Vice President, Business & General Aviation, Boeing Global Services. “We look forward to exploring future expansion of our partnership as we collaborate on innovative solutions for this market.”
MANTA AIR TO TAKE DELIVERY OF TWO ATR 72-600S
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anta Air, the new domestic airline in the Republic of Maldives, has secured its first two ATR72-600’s through Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC). The first will be introduced in November 2018, with the second planned to join Manta Air’s fleet before the end of the year. The aircraft will ensure improved connectivity between the beautiful Maldivian atolls. They will be initially operating from the main Velana International Airport, to three airports: Kudahuvadhoo in Dhaalu atoll, Dharavandhoo in Baa atoll and Thimarafushi in Thaa atoll. Edward Alsford, Chief Operation Officer of Manta Air, declared, “Manta Air is an exciting new domestic airline based in the Republic of Maldives. Our mission is to make flying an enjoyable and effortless experience by ensuring the highest safety standards are established and maintained. We are
introducing two brand new ATR72-600’s aircraft into the Maldives. This demonstrates Manta Air’s dedication to high standards, and our commitment offers the best levels of service for our passengers. These aircraft benefit from having the most modern and comfortable turboprop cabin. Manta Air has taken the unusual step of removing a row of seats to provide our passengers with additional legroom in both economy and business class.” Martin Møller, Chairman of NAC, declared: “We are pleased to see our first ATR 72-600 aircraft being introduced in the Maldives and contributing to the further development of the air connectivity in this region. The ATR 72-600s perfectly match the requirements for short-haul travel in terms of low operating costs, comfort and ability to take-off and land at small airfields.” Stefano Bortoli, CEO of ATR, added, “It is a special occasion to be part of the launch of a new airline such as Manta Air. Their choice highlights their confidence in the ATR 72-600 as the best aircraft for their successful daily operations in the Maldives. It demonstrates once again the value of ATR for connecting island communities whilst allowing airlines to take advantages of its unbeatable economics and comfort.”
INDIGO ANNOUNCES MALE AND PHUKET AS NEW INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS
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ndiGo, India’s favourite on-time performer is further enhancing its customer experience with the launch of Male and Phuket as its new destinations. As part of the international expansion, Male will be the 13th and Phuket will be the 14th destination on its network. The airline will operate daily non-stop flights between Male-Kochi and five weekly service from Mumbai and twice weekly from Bengaluru and will also operate six weekly flights between Delhi and Phuket. Both new services will commence from November 2018. The new flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers from these
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cities, who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options. Customers who would like to plan their travel can book tickets through our official website www.goindigo.in. Mr. William Boulter, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo said, “We are pleased to announce Male and Phuket as our 13th and 14th international destination effective November 2018. We will operate direct flights to Male from three key cities of Mumbai, Bengaluru and Kochi. And we will also operate non-stop flights between Delhi and Phuket. Both Male and Phuket are key markets for us and we see great potential in the growth of tourism from India.” Mr Boulter further added, “IndiGo will continue to expand its network to meet the requirements of both business and leisure travellers wherever they demand it. It is our constant endeavour to provide more flexibility of choice to our customers as IndiGo continues to offer them on-time, courteous and hasslefree service, and an affordable flying experience always.”
QATAR AIRWAYS GROWS ITS A350-1000 FLEET
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atar Airways has upsized five A350900s currently on order to the bigger A350-1000 version. This latest endorsement for the largest member of Airbus’ successful A350 XWB family reflects the five-starairline’s need for growth and capacity at the best comfort and efficiency levels available. The amended order reinforces Qatar Airways’ position as the largest A350-1000 customer with a fleet of 42 aircraft. The A350-1000’s fuselage is seven metres longer than its smaller brethren, providing greater capacity (44 more seats in Qatar Airways cabin configuration) that perfectly matches airlines’ needs on their growing long-haul routes. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar
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Airways is delighted to have upgraded five of its previously ordered A350-900 to the more recently launched A350-1000. Since taking delivery of the world’s first A350-1000 in February 2018, we have been extremely pleased with the aircraft’s performance, which has prompted us to update our original order. The A350-1000 has been a welcome addition to our fleet and very well received by our passengers who enjoy the new generation aircraft’s unprecedented levels of comfort and technology.” “Since its entry into service, the A350 Family has proven outstanding reliability and efficiency. We are delighted to see launch customer Qatar Airways extend its confidence in the A350-1000“, said Guillaume Faury, President Airbus Commercial Aircraft. “Qatar Airways is renowned for its standards of excellence, and we are pleased the A3501000 delivers to their expectations, being the aircraft of choice to seamlessly increase capacity in unprecedented comfort on its growing long-haul routes.” Qatar Airways’ A350-1000s features the unique Qsuite – the airline’s signature business class seating that offers a new level of innovation for in-flight comfort. With 76 aircraft on order, Qatar Airways is the largest A350 XWB customer and currently operates 30 A350 XWBs comprising of 27 A350900s and 3 A350-1000s. Since its entry into service, the A350-1000 has demonstrated unsurpassed efficiency, economics and remarkable operational reliability.
JET AIRWAYS RECEIVES ITS 5TH BOEING 737 MAX
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et Airways, India’s premier full-service international airline, has received its fifth Boeing 737 MAX, as part of its fleet modernisation plan in line with its commitment to offer its guests a considerably superior and differentiated flying experience. Since the induction of the airline’s maiden 737 MAX (registered as VT-JXA) on Jun 28, 2018, another four _ have joined its fleet. The latest MAX – the airline’s fifth, with registration VT-JXE – is part of 11 MAX aircraft that Jet Airways will be inducting
this fiscal year. Another 220 MAX aircraft are expected to join the airline’s fleet over the course of the next decade. Commenting on the additional inductions of the airline’s 737 MAX, Mr. Vinay Dube, Chief Executive Officer, Jet Airways, said, “The 737 MAX is a critical part of our strategy owing to its exceptional performance and its growing numbers in our fleet reflect our enduring commitment to Indian aviation and our determination to offer our guests an unmatched travel experience, together with the operational reliability expected of us.” Like the 737NG, the 737MAX offers a two-class configuration of two variants. One comprising 12 Première and 162 seats in Economy, and another with 12 Premiere and 156 Economy class seats. Premiere seats are equipped with in-built USB ports, laptop chargers, portable electronic device holders and a generous legroom for an appropriate mix of productivity and comfort. Economy guests can also enjoy extra-wide seats with easy recline, USB ports, portable electronic device holders as well as coat hooks emphasising the sense of empowerment and convenience. The all-new MAX have been delighting guests on both domestic as well as international sectors including Aurangabad, Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mangalore, Mumbai, Patna, Goa, as well as Dhaka, Colombo and Dubai. Since their induction, Jet Airways’ 737MAX fleet has already completed over 2,500 hrs of flying with the airline, connecting over 165,000 guests via more than 1100 departures till date.
C SERIES AIRCRAFT LANDS AT ÉNA TO START NEW TRAINING MISSION
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Series aircraft landed for the first time at the St-Hubert airport, where it was officially handed over by Bombardier to the École nationale d’aérotechnique (ÉNA). Hundreds of students welcomed the newest addition to the ÉNA’s fleet at an event attended by professors, staff members and representatives from both Bombardier and Airbus.
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The CS100 aircraft, which was donated by Bombardier in May 2018, will create new training opportunities across the fields of avionics, maintenance and aerospace engineering, giving Québec students access to the most advanced technology in commercial aviation. Over the next few months, the ÉNA’s professors will study the unique features of the C Series to determine the best way to intregrate this aircraft into their courses. “Building strong partnerships with local teaching institutions is key to develop the next generation of aerospace professionals,” said Alain Bellemare, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier Inc. “The C Series integrates ground-breaking technologies and Canadian know-how into the world’s most innovative commercial aircraft. By donating a C Series to ÉNA, we hope to inspire a growing number of Québec students to consider exciting careers in the aerospace industry.” The CS100 becomes the 38th aircraft to join the ÉNA’s static fleet, which already includes two Learjet and two Challenger aircraft from Bombardier. As the third Flight Test Vehicle (FTV3) of the C Series program, it accumulated approximately 1,400 flight hours. It was mainly used for avionics and electrical tests as well as for community noise testing. “To be the first, and possibly only school in the world, to receive such an immense gift from our partner, Bombardier, positions our school as the best in the world,” said Sylvain Lambert, Director of the ÉNA. “The public will be able to visit and experience our C Series aircraft and our school at our Open House on November 11.” Bombardier is a leader in terms of aerospace research and training in Canada. Last year, the company donated a CRJ100 aircraft to the British Columbia Institute of Technology, and a Learjet 60 business jet to ÉNA. In June, it announced multi-million dollar contributions to the Downsview Aerospace Innovation and Research Consortium (DAIR) to establish an aerospace hub in Toronto. In addition, Bombardier provides hundreds of internships annually to students across engineering, finance, IT, marketing, production, supply chain management and other disciplines.
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UNITED AIRLINES ANNOUNCE ORDER FOR NINE 787-9 DREAMLINERS
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oeing and United Airlines announced the carrier is expanding its 787 Dreamliner fleet again with a new order for nine 787-9 airplanes, the longest-range member of the super-efficient Dreamliner family. The deal is valued at $2.53 billion according to list prices. United Airlines says the order reflects its fleet strategy of replacing older widebody jets with new, advanced airplanes such as the 787-9, which can fly farther and use 20 percent less fuel with 20 percent fewer emissions. The U.S. carrier, which announced a purchase of four 787-9s in July, has now ordered a total of 64 Dreamliners. The latest deal continues the strong momentum for the 787 Dreamliner family, with net orders now above 100 for the year and just one shy of 1,400 since the start of the program. Nearly half of all 787 customers have returned to place additional orders for the airplane, helping to make it the fastestselling widebody jet in history. “The 787 Dreamliner has been so successful in the marketplace because of great partners like United Airlines that have taken the airplane’s unrivaled performance to open new routes and offer passengers a wonderful travel experience,” said Ihssane Mounir, senior vice president of Commercial Sales & Marketing for The Boeing Company. “It makes all of us very proud to have United place a repeat order since its team has spent a lot of time with the Dreamliner and knows what it can do.” United began flying the Dreamliner in 2012, using the long range and fuel efficiency of the 787-8 and 787-9 to serve intercontinental routes such as Houston to Sydney and San Francisco to Singapore. The 787-9 can fly up to 7,635 nautical miles (14,140 kilometers) and serve 290 passengers in a standard configuration.
Later this year, the carrier is set to take delivery of the largest member of the Dreamliner family, the 787-10, which can seat up to 330 passengers in a standard configuration. While the airplane is capable of flying long distances with a range of 6,430 nautical miles, United today announced plans to debut its first 787-10 on premium transcontinental routes in the U.S., boosting its coast-to-coast schedules to offer passengers travelling between New York/ Newark and Los Angeles and San Francisco more flights and more premium seats.
AIRBUS AND CHINA AIRLINES PRESENT A350-900 WITH SPECIAL JOINT LIVERY
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aiwan’s China Airlines (CAL) has taken delivery of its newest A350-900 aircraft, which features a unique joint livery that combines the airline’s distinctive plum blossom logo with Airbus’ exclusive A350 XWB carbon fibre pattern. Following this delivery, China Airlines today has 14 A350-900 aircraft in its fleet. The airline operates these aircraft on non-stop long-haul routes, including services from Taipei to Europe and North America as well as on selected routes in the Asia-Pacific region. Since entry into service in 2015, the A350 XWB has established itself as the new longrange leader in the larger twin aisle category. Over 200 aircraft are already in service with 22 airlines, flying primarily on long-haul routes. At the end of September 2018, Airbus had recorded a total of 890 firm orders for the A350 XWB from 46 customers worldwide, already making it one of the most successful widebody aircraft programmes ever.
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LUFTHANSA GROUP EXPANDS A320NEO FLEET
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ufthansa Group has converted 27 A320neo Family options into firm orders. Following a decision by the company’s supervisory board, the Group signed for an additional 24 Airbus A320neo and three A321neo aircraft. Ten of the aircraft will be deployed with Lufthansa Group’s Swiss International Air Lines. Part of the order will be powered by PW engines and the other by CFM LEAP-1A, so both engine types are represented nearly equally within the Lufthansa Group. The latest agreement brings Lufthansa Group’s total order for the A320neo Family to 149 (101 A320neo and 48 A321neo) with 13 already in operation. Lufthansa was the launch operator of the A320neo. “Lufthansa Group is one of the largest and most experienced A320 Family operators worldwide. We are gratified to see this additional order by such a stellar customer,” says Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer. “By operating the A320neo Family, Lufthansa consolidates its commitment to the highest standards of efficiency and noise reduction.” The A320neo Family incorporates the very latest technologies including new generation engines and Sharklets, which together deliver at least 15 percent fuel savings at delivery and 20 percent by 2020. With more than 6,100 orders received from more than 100 customers, the A320neo Family has captured some 60 percent share of the market.
KUWAIT AIRWAYS: NEWEST CUSTOMER OF THE A330NEO
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uwait Airways, the national carrier of the state of Kuwait, has signed a Purchase Agreement (PA) for eight A330-800 aircraft. The agreement was signed by Yousef Al-Jassim, Kuwait Airways Chairman and Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer, at Airbus headquarters in Toulouse. Yousef Al-Jassim, Chairman Kuwait Airways said: “The A330-800 will seamlessly fit into our fleet expansion and growth plans. Its unbeatable operating economics and performance in addition to best in class passenger comfort make it a sound investment. We are confident that the A330800 will support us to compete effectively on our expanding route network. Our relationship with Airbus extends beyond aircraft acquisitions and we look forward to further collaboration on technical fields.” The announcement marks an important step in Kuwait Airways’ fleet renewal and expansion strategy. The national carrier of Kuwait also has A350 XWB and A320neo Family aircraft on order. The delivery of the new Airbus fleet will start in 2019. “We are delighted that Kuwait Airways has chosen the A330neo as a cornerstone of its future widebody fleet. The A330-800 with its unique efficiency and versatility will support the carrier’s ambition to develop its expanding long haul network,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer. “The aircraft will seamlessly complement Kuwait Airways’ A320neos and A350 XWBs and deliver unbeatable operating economics, full operational commonality and unmatched passenger experience.” Launched in July 2014, the A330neo Family is the new generation A330, comprising two versions: the A330-800 and A330-900 sharing 99 percent commonality. It builds on the proven economics, versatility and reliability of the A330 Family, while reducing fuel consumption by about 25 percent per seat versus previous generation competitors and increasing range by up to 1,500 nm compared to the majority of A330s in operation. The A330neo is powered by Rolls-Royce’s latest-generation Trent 7000 engines and features a new wing with increased span and new A350 XWB-inspired Sharklets. The cabin provides the comfort of the new Airspace amenities.
BOEING COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF AEROSPACE PARTS DISTRIBUTOR KLX INC.
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oeing announced that it has completed its acquisition of KLX Aerospace Solutions to enhance its growing services business and deliver greater value to its customers. The acquisition positions Boeing to compete and win in the $2.8 trillion, 10year aerospace services market. KLX, a major global provider of aviation parts and services in the aerospace industry, provides a clear path for Boeing’s services business to accelerate growth. Its capabilities include distribution and supply chain services. KLX currently markets and distributes products for approximately 2,400 manufacturers and offers approximately 1 million catalog items.
KLX is also a leading supplier of chemicals and composites, which complements Aviall’s portfolio, allowing Boeing to offer commercial, defense, business and general aviation customers a broader range of offerings. “This acquisition brings together the talent and product offerings of Boeing and KLX to provide a one-stop shop that will allow us to create significant value for our customers. There are also extensive opportunities for services growth and innovation for Boeing and our supply chain that is unique to the industry,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Global Services. “The resulting boost in supply chain capability will allow us to better serve our customers while profitably and purposefully growing our business.” With approximately 2,000 employees, KLX Aerospace Solutions will continue to operate from Miami with customer service centers located in more than 15 countries. The acquisition is aligned with Boeing’s organic growth strategy, with no change to Boeing’s capital deployment strategy or commitment to returning approximately 100 percent of free cash flow to shareholders.
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IATA appoints Karen Clayton as Corporate Secretary
External Relations. When Karen joins IATA in April 2019, Steele will focus on strengthening IATA’s advocacy activities in his continued role as Senior Vice President for Member and External Relations. “Karen brings with her a wealth of experience that will ensure the continued effective management of IATA’s governance processes. Moreover, her industry expertise, leadership on diversity and inclusion, and strategic boardroom experience will contribute to IATA’s overall success in fulfilling its mission to represent, lead and serve the global airline industry,” said Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s Director General and CEO.
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he International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Karen Clayton will join IATA as the Association’s Corporate Secretary effective April 2019. Clayton comes to IATA from Air New Zealand where she has held the role of General Counsel and Company Secretary since 2016. As Corporate Secretary, Clayton will ensure the integrity of IATA’s governance framework, including management of the Association’s Board of Governors and its various committees. The IATA Board of Governors is elected by the Association’s 290-strong membership and consists of CEOs from 31 airlines and IATA’s Director
General and CEO. As a member of IATA’s Strategic Leadership Team, Karen will also support the Director General and CEO with advice and input on IATA’s strategic plans and industry initiatives. Karen will take over IATA’s Corporate Secretary role from Paul Steele who is currently IATA’s Corporate Secretary and Senior Vice President for Member and
Vineet Gulati joins as member air navigation services at AAI
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ineet Gulati has taken charge as the member air navigation services (ANS) on the board of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Prior to his appointment as ANS member, he has served at AAI in various capacities, as executive director (air traffic management), general manager (air traffic flow management) and air traffic controller in ATC centers at various international airports. He has been mainly responsible for implementation of air traffic flow management (ATFM), management of air traffic services, development of aeronautical survey, aerodrome licensing and ANS integrated planning group (IPG). He was also responsible for the establishment of R&D wing of ANS. One of the foremost contributions of Gulati has been the formulation of India`s Air Navigation Strategic Plan 2020. In the span of three decades after being selected as an aerodrome officer in 1985, Gulati gained wide experience in the field of ANS, airport operations and management. He has held all the procedural and surveillance ATC ratings and has been an on-thejob training instructor and has vast experience of working at Mumbai, Delhi, Guwahati and Lucknow Airports of AAI. He is also a trained procedure designer for procedures regarding ANS Operations (PANS-OPS). Gulati has also served as a technical advisor to the representative of India in the Council of ICAO, Montreal from 2009 to 2012.
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“In my time at Air New Zealand, I have experienced the importance of IATA’s global standards in driving innovation and making international air connectivity possible. By joining the IATA team next year I look forward to contributing to the value that IATA creates and supporting the needs of its members,” said Clayton.
Sunil Bhaskaran appointed as AirAsia India’s MD
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irAsia India, an airline jointly owned by Tata Group and AirAsia Berhad of Malaysia, has appointed Sunil Bhaskaran, a Tata Steel veteran as the new chief executive and managing director. He takes charge from November 15, 2018. “With India’s aviation sector growing at a rapid pace, we are confident his extensive experience, ability to drive performance and work seamlessly with all stakeholders will be a great asset for AirAsia India,” S Ramadorai, chairman at AirAsia India, said in a statement. Currently, the vice president corporate services at Tata Steel, Bhaskaran is based in Jamshedpur. AirAsia India has been without a chief executive since June when Amar Abrol quit due to personal reasons. Bhaskaran completed his BTech from IIT Delhi in 1985, followed by a post-graduation in management from IIM, Kolkata in 1987. He joined Tata Steel in 1987 and subsequently completed his GMP from Cedep at INSEAD, France in 2000.
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Airbus Board of Directors Selects Guillaume Faury Future Chief Executive Officer
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he Board of Directors of Airbus has selected Guillaume Faury as future Airbus Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Faury, 50, who currently serves as President Airbus Commercial Aircraft, will succeed Tom Enders, 59, who remains CEO until the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 10 April 2019, when the appointment of Faury as executive member of the Board will be submitted to shareholders. Tom Enders, CEO of Airbus, said: “Guillaume is an excellent choice. He has gained broad industrial and aeronautic experience over many years and in many roles both inside and outside Airbus. With his strong values and international mindset, Guillaume stands for the new generation of leaders that Airbus needs for the coming decade. He knows he can rely on me to facilitate a smooth transition.” Guillaume Faury served in various senior management roles at Eurocopter from 1998 to 2008. Starting in Engineering, then Flight Test, he later became Executive Vice President for Commercial Programmes, then Executive Vice President for Research and Development. In 2009, Faury joined Peugeot S.A., where he served as Executive Vice
President for Research and Development as a Member of the Managing Board. In May 2013, Faury returned to Airbus as CEO of Airbus Helicopters and in early 2018 he took the helm of Airbus Commercial Aircraft. Denis Ranque, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Airbus, said: “We have diligently prepared for this succession, reaching a unanimous conclusion after a thorough examination of all potential candidates, internal and external. We are delighted to be appointing someone of Guillaume’s calibre to take the helm. His global outlook, extensive operational experience, strong personal values and straightforward leadership style make him the ideal candidate to rally Airbus teams in the delivery of value to customers, partners and shareholders going forward. The Board of Directors is very grateful to Tom Enders, who has served Airbus with much passion and success for almost two decades. The company’s strategic, structural and governance transformations brought about under Tom’s leadership, stand Airbus in good stead to pursue its performance trajectory and continue to deliver on commitments to our shareholders and the wider financial community in future years.”
“I am honoured to have been selected by the Board to lead this extraordinary company. I look forward to taking on this new challenge with passion and enthusiasm, relying on the exceptional expertise and engagement of all Airbus people around the world,” said Guillaume Faury. “For the coming months I remain fully dedicated to leading the commercial aircraft business, delivering our utmost to satisfy our commercial aircraft customers and transitioning the organisation to the next generation of leaders.”
IAG's Aer Lingus boss Stephen Kavanagh to be succeeded by Sean Doyle
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nternational Airlines Group said that Aer Lingus chief executive Stephen Kavanagh will step down on Jan. 1, 2019 and will be succeeded by Sean Doyle, a British Airways director. Kavanagh, who will remain with Aer Lingus as a non-executive director, is stepping down to pursue other interests, after a career that spanned over three decades at the Irish airline, with the last four in the top job. IAG Chief Executive Willie Walsh credited Kavanagh with modernizing Aer Lingus, the flag carrier of Ireland founded by the government in 1936. Doyle, who hails from Cork, Ireland, is also the director of network, fleet and alliances at IAG-owned British Airways. IAG also said Mike Rutter, chief operating officer of Aer Lingus, has extended his contract with the airline.
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NBAA-Most Exciting Business Aviation Event Of 2018
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he National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) established in 1947 and situated in Washington, DC is the main association for organizations that depend on general flight airplanes to help make their organizations more proficient, beneficial and fruitful. The Association has over 11,000 organizations and provides over 100 products and services to the business avionics network, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition, the world's biggest common flight public exhibition.
Highlights of NBAA 2018 The 2018 NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) was a tremendous achievement for the organizers as it draw 23,000+ participants from around the globe to Orlando, Florida for the three most critical days in the aviation industry. The event was attended by current and prospective aircraft owners, manufacturers, and product and service providers, all levels of flight department personnel, as well as students and Young Professionals. The event was an amazing display of enthusiasm and a huge amount of learning along with the business that took place
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and rapidly evolving technologies, said NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen. Bolen highlighted the numerous factors playing into a positive mode of the business aviation community, from flight hours on the upswing and preowned inventory shrinking; to an economy that is performing well. “I think there is a lot of excitement, a sense of opportunity that is going to be very palpable in Orlando,” ” Bolen continued, saying the convention will serve as a platform to increase awareness of opportunities, rapidly shaping technology, and even the political environment. This will be coupled with new products and service announcements, which typically generate “a lot of buzz and enthusiasm.”
Reflection-3 days of business NBAA 2018 event details Agenda: NBAA-BACE featured special events and education sessions covering topics of interest to all attendees. It catered to those who are considering the use of an airplane to support their business needs as well as to those who have been using an airplane to help their business succeed. The event witnessed a static display of world’s most cutting edge business aircraft in one venue for NBAA attendees and exhibitors. The NBAA-BACE gave business aircraft buyers from around the globe an opportunity to evaluate a wide spectrum of aircraft options in person. Around 100
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business aircraft were featured at Orlando Executive Airport. Bombardier Aerospace displayed its Global 7500, Global 6000, Challenger 350, Challenger 650 and Learjet 75. Gulfstream Aerospace showcased its G280, G550, G650ER, G500 and G600. Textron Aviation brought its new Cessna Denali and SkyCourier mockups, and exhibited its Citation M2, Grand Caravan EX, King Air 350i, Citation Latitude, Citation XLS+, Citation CJ3+ and Citation CJ4. Airbus Corporate Jets featured an ACJ319 on static display, and the ACJ320neo, ACJ319neo, ACJ330 and ACJ350 in the exhibit hall.
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NBAA-BACE 2018 is shaping up to become one of the more upbeat conventions, with a strong economy, strengthening industry, new aircraft coming to market,
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COVER STORY NBAA-BACE Day 1: Future of Business Aviation Opening day of NBAA-BACE brought a sense of enthusiasm, as a business aviation community invigorated by its recent victory in striking down so-called privatization of ATC services looks now to applying that energy and purpose toward securing the industry’s future. Standing on a stage flanked by the Terrafugia Transition “roadable aircraft” and Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen noted that with the threat of privatization behind us, it was time to look to the industry’s future NBAA today joined with the General Aviation Manufacturers Association to release the latest survey conducted by
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The Harris Poll demonstrating the value of business aviation. Among the survey’s findings: many business aircraft are largely flown to towns with little or no airline service, on average, 31.5 percent of their flights over the past year were to destinations lacking any scheduled airline service. Also, scheduling flexibility remains a key driver for business aviation, with 51.6 of passengers stating that traveling on business aircraft enables them to keep business schedules that could not be met efficiently using the scheduled airlines.
NBAA-BACE Day 2: Business Aviation technologies The Day 2 Keynote session at NBAA-BACE was a celebration of aviation’s past and a look toward the future. The event began with recognition of NBAA’s inaugural class of the Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40.
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen then honored aviation’s past in presenting NBAA’s Meritorious Service to Aviation Award to the Women Airforce Service Pilots for their service to the country during World War II. Bertrand Piccard, who circumnavigated the globe in the Solar Impulse without a drop of fuel, told attendees that innovation comes when you throw away your old assumptions. Finally, political titans Paul Begala and Matt Schlapp gave an overview of the current campaign environment, in the run-up to the 2018 midterm elections Anyone who’s ever dreamed of traveling above congested city streets may soon have their dreams realized, and possibly sooner than they may think. Electrically powered, pilotless, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft offer the potential to radically change urban transportation, and a standing-room-
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only session at NBAA-BACE took a closer look at this promising technology. One of the most significant revelations to come from the Business Aviation Insider magazine-hosted session, “Imagining the Future of Pilotless VTOL Aircraft,” is that the biggest challenge isn’t necessarily creating pilotless VTOL vehicles, but creating an infrastructure in which those aircraft will operate
compared to the current market value of the currency. A reasonable buffer can help mitigate the risk of a sudden change in value of a crypto currency. Companies might wish to add the vendor’s fees into its pricing policies or may consider those fees a cost of doing business.
NBAA-BACE Day 3: Woman taking
• NBAA Honours Aviation Legend Sean Tucker With Humanitarian Award
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• NBAA Honours Veteran Aviation Journalist Rob Mark With 2018 Gold Wing Award
On Oct. 17, 2018, NBAA hosted the Aviation Leadership for Women education session at NBAA-BACE, where the benefits of having women in leadership positions in the business aviation industry were in focus. Bolen said, “We always try to use our conventions to express our reverence for the past.” This year will be through the association’s Meritorious Service Award, which will be given to Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). The award will recognize the role the WASP played in developing the aviation industry and serving the country.
Business Aviation & Blockchain: Blockchain technology has the potential to change the way business aviation companies manage their most important data, according to Anthony Shook, founder and CEO of AeroChain, during his forward-looking presentation at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) Innovation Zone. “Blockchain and cryptocurrencies are very closely tied together,” said Shook. “Cryptocurrencies use blockchain to solve the double-spend problem.” Shook recommends establishing an account with a vendor like Bitpay, then building in a buffer
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NBAA Honours Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) With Meritorious Service Award
• NBAA Honours Pete Agur the chairman and founder of The VanAllen Group with the 2018 NBAA Doswell Award
NBAA Announces 2018 Kern Professionalism Award Recipients The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today recognized 11 recipients of its annual Dr. Tony Kern Professionalism in Aviation Award, which honours individuals in the business aviation industry for outstanding professionalism and leadership in support of aviation safety
Closing ceremony NBAA Wraps a Dynamic, High-Energy Convention in Orlando Oct. 18, 2018 NBAA brought to a close its 2018 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE). It was an event characterized by energy, excitement and a focus on the future.
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U.S. Army Awards Boeing $160 Million to Continue Chinook Rotor Blade Support B
oeing will continue its support for the U.S. Army's inventory of H-47 Chinook rotor blades with a new $160 million contract award.
The five-year performance-based logistics agreement extends work that began in 2012 and calls for the continued management of stock availability and the overhauling of all Chinook blades for the U.S. Army. Boeing is responsible for rotor blade maintenance, repair and overhaul, as well as developing innovative ways to save blades that would typically be removed from service. There are more than 450 U.S. Army Chinooks worldwide. "The Chinook has proved itself to be critical to the U.S. Army's wide range of missions, and supply availability is critical to the Chinook's operational readiness," said Kathleen Jolivette, director of U.S. Army Services for Boeing Global Services. "With our demonstrated performance and expertise, we look forward to partnering with our customers on reducing ownership costs and extending blade life for mission success."
Embraer Successfully Performs First Flight of the Series Production KC-390 E
mbraer achieved another important milestone with the completion of the maiden flight of the first series production multi-mission medium airlift KC-390. As agreed with the Brazilian Air Force, the aircraft will now join the flight test campaign, in which more than 1,900 flight hours have already been logged. Civil certification of the basic aircraft will be granted by Brazilian aviation authority ANAC (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil) and is expected to be achieved very soon. “Today we celebrate another important milestone into the production of the KC-390”, said Jackson Schneider, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. “This aircraft combines outstanding flexibility with superior performance and productivity”. Embraer´s KC-390 is a tactical transport aircraft designed to set new standards in its category while presenting the lowest life-cycle cost of the market. It can perform a variety of missions such as cargo and troop transport, troop and cargo air delivery, aerial refueling, search and rescue and forest fire fighting.
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Raytheon accelerates Deep Strike missile development R
aytheon Company completed a significant milestone in the development of its long-range DeepStrike™ missile to meet the U.S. Army’s Precision Strike Missile, or PrSM, requirement. The company has integrated its new launch pod missile container into the Army’s M142 HIMARS and M270 MLRS launchers. The launch pod missile container integration took place at Fort Sill, Oklahoma,
in July. During the integration, Raytheon technicians worked side-by-side with soldiers and Marines on operational launchers to ensure proper fit and functionality. “Raytheon is responding to the U.S. Army’s desire to accelerate its PrSM program,” said Dr. Thomas Bussing, Raytheon Advanced Missile Systems vice president. “We are on a fast track to deliver an advanced surfaceto-surface missile that exceeds the Army’s
Air Force Day Parade 2018
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he Indian Air Force celebrated its 86th Anniversary on 08 Oct 2018. In the last eight decades, IAF has technologically evolved and grown in strength to thwart any threat to the nation. It is committed to safeguard the Indian skies and has played a key role in providing assistance to the people of the country during any natural calamity. Professionalism displayed by air-warriors during various international exercises reaffirms IAF’s ability to be an effective net security provider. On this day, all men and women of IAF pay rich tribute to the untiring efforts and supreme sacrifice made by veterans, who laid a strong foundation for the service.
requirements by doubling the firepower while reducing the cost.” Featuring an innovative, two-in-the-pod design and an advanced guidance system, Raytheon’s new long-range precision strike missile will fly farther, faster and pack more punch than the current weapon, which is approaching the end of its service life. As the next-generation surface-tosurface weapon for the Army, the DeepStrike missile will defeat fixed land targets 60499 kilometers away, improve lethality and responsiveness compared to current systems, and restore the Army’s capability to overmatch the threat.
The air display commenced with flag bearing sky divers of famous Akash Ganga Team, who jumped from an An-32 aircraft. Flypast comprised of Mi-17 V5 and Rudra helicopters, Dornier, C-130J and C-17 transport aircraft, Jaguar, Bison, MiG-29, Mirage-2000 and SU-30 MKI fighter aircraft. Dakota, Tiger Moth and Harvard of the IAF Vintage flight also participated in the flypast. Post flypast, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) carry out aerobatic display in front of the audience. The Ambassadors of Indian Air Force, Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team (SKAT), comprising on nine Hawk 132 aircraft and the Helicopter aerobatics team, Sarang enthralled the audience with breath taking formation aerobatics display. After the parade, all visitors also get an opportunity to witness static display of aircraft, weapon, radar and missiles systems of the Indian Air Force.
To mark the occasion and in keeping up with the tradition, IAF has planned a grand Parade cum Investiture Ceremony at Air Force Station Hindan (Ghaziabad). Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa, Chief of the Air Staff reviewed the parade. Various dignitaries and veterans participated in the celebrations. The parade followed by a breath taking display by the Air Warrior Drill Team, wherein the team showcased their weapon handling skills and carry out diverse manoeuvers with their rifles. This is followed by a scintillating air display by wide range of IAF aircraft including our cherished Vintage flight.
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RADA announces $5 million in radars orders
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ADA Electronic Industries Ltd. A leader in the development, production and sale of tactical land radar for force and border protection - announced the receipt of approximately $5 million in new radar orders, in recent weeks. The orders were for RADA’s software-defined radars for counter rocket artillery and mortar (C-RAM) and counter UAV and short range air defense (SHORAD). All orders were from new and strategic customers. These new customers are leading defense organizations and represent initial sales from which RADA expects significantly greater further follow-on orders in the future. Deliveries of these orders will be completed in 2018. RADA offers advanced Pulse-Doppler, multi-mission, AESA radars for tactical applications. These Software Defined radars introduce hemispheric spatial coverage with excellent performance-toprice ratio. RADA’s radars are ideal sensors for: V/SHORAD, Vehicle protection, APS, HFD, C-RAM and Air surveillance with unique Onthe-Move capabilities.
Raytheon, US Army improve TOW missile T
he U.S. Army awarded Raytheon Company a $21 million contract to develop a new propulsion system for the venerable TOW® missile. The contract funds a three-year effort to make performance improvements to the tube-launched, optically tracked TOW missile. The TOW system is a long-range, heavy assault-precision anti-armor, anti-fortification and anti-amphibious landing weapon system used throughout the world today. The radio frequency-guided TOW missile enables ground forces to achieve overmatch against adversary armored and wheeled systems, regardless of the environment or conditions. "Improving TOW's propulsion system will increase range and deliver enhanced protection for ground troops while providing
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Dov Sella, RADA’s CEO, commented, "These are the result of the growing fruits of our ongoing business development efforts globally. The fact these orders represent an initiation penetration of new customers, it also brings with it a strong potential for future orders at a much greater scale. The market for our tactical radars is new and very much in the emerging phase, and the early orders we have sold in the past year across our customer base present significant potential for follow-on orders in the near future.”
them with more capability," said Kim Ernzen, Raytheon Land Warfare Systems vice president. "Raytheon and the Army have consistently upgraded the TOW weapon system to keep it relevant for today's fight, and help our soldiers preserve their overmatch advantage on the battlefield." The new contract builds on other development activities. Performance improvements will be integrated into all TOW missile variants, including the top and direct attack 2B, direct attack 2A and Bunker Buster missiles. The TOW weapon system is deployed with more than 20 international armed forces and integrated on over 15,000 ground, vehicle and helicopter platforms. It's also a preferred system for NATO, coalition, United Nations and peacekeeping operations worldwide. TOW will remain in the Army's inventory until at least 2050. Raytheon has delivered more than 690,000 TOW weapon systems to U.S. and allied warfighters.
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Boeing Appoints Pratyush Kumar to
Lead Boeing Defense Program in the United States.
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oeing is pleased to announce that Pratyush Kumar, president of Boeing India, has been selected to lead the iconic F-15 fighter aircraft program in the United States. Kumar will focus on furthering the F-15 business in the U.S. and globally. As Boeing’s senior in-country leader, Kumar has for over five years, advanced Boeing’s activities in India across its three business units: Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Boeing Global Services while building strong relationships with the government and industry. Kumar led the India team to an exponential expansion of Boeing’s presence and business in India. During his tenure, Boeing launched a rapidly growing engineering and technology center in Bangalore to drive innovation, scaled up its aerospace supply chain, established a joint venture in Hyderabad with Tata to manufacture fuselages for the Apache attack
helicopter, established Boeing Defense India to serve customers locally, finalized the sale of both Apache and Chinook helicopters to the Indian military and converted options for the P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft to firm orders.
Bangladesh Army gets its first
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rmy Medical Corp’s Dr Susane Giti has become the first woman in the country’s history to become a two-star general in Bangladesh Army.She was adorned with the major general’s badge by Chief of Army Staff Gen Aziz Ahmed and Quartermaster General Lt Gen Md Shamsul Haque at the Army Headquarters in Dhaka on Sunday, according to a media statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate. Other senior military officials were also present at the function.
He also led the effort on skilldevelopment for aircraft maintenance engineers along with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Air India Engineering Services Limited, and the HorizonX India Innovation Challenge that will nurture three start-ups to create aerospace innovations in India. “I want to thank Prat Kumar for his enormous contribution to Boeing’s business in India and the development of a stronger aerospace industry ecosystem across the country. He is an exceptional leader who has demonstrated his ability to respond to global customers, and to empower his team to collaborate and deliver results. This appointment is a testament of our recognition of Prat’s ability to lead a team to success,” said Marc Allen, president of Boeing International. “We will be announcing his successor soon.” “I am excited as ever for the future of Boeing in India, and the significant investments we are making in India to establish our roots and build our future together. We will continue to expand our local manufacturing, our technology and innovations, our products and people,” added Pratyush Kumar.”I am honoured and equallythrilled about my new role and hope to build a strong business momentum for the iconic F-15 program, around the world.”
ISPR. Maj Gen Giti, who currently heads the pathology department at the Armed Forces Medical College, has also served as a pathology specialist in various UN peacekeeping missions and military hospitals, it said. Her husband Brig Gen (retd) Asadullah Md Hossain Saad was also a successful army doctor. Dr Giti’s promotion was a step further in Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s attempt to attain gender equality.
With her promotion, which the ISPR dubbed a new era in Bangladesh Army, haematology specialist Maj Gen Giti will take over the command of Armed Forces Institute of Pathology as its commandant. A 1985 Rajshahi Medical College graduate, Dr Giti joined the Army Medical Corp as a captain in 1986. In 1996, she became the first woman to receive an FCPS degree in haematology, according to the
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Volga-Dnepr delivers crankshaft to India
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olga-Dnepr Airlines, the leader in the sector of air cargo transportation of oversized and super heavy shipments, has organized a delivery of a crankshaft from Apodaca, Nuevo León, Mexico to Mumbai, India. The flight was chartered by DHL Global Forwarding for a 38-ton shipment which had been packaged in a 7-meter long box alongside some support equipment required for loading. Within 12 hours of the request receipt, Volga-Dnepr’s experienced logistics specialists developed several loading and packaging options for the customer. This promptness, and Volga Dnepr’s ability to provide a bespoke cargo platform for the weight distribution, reduced the lead-time before the uplift accordingly. “The transportation of this crankshaft is another demonstration of our commitment to our customers in the energy and heavy machinery sector. With our expertise in the transportation of over-sized cargo, our specialized equipment and our experience in meeting tight schedules, we were able to operate this Apodaca to Mumbai flight efficiently. Our unique ramp-loading freighter - IL-76TD-90VD is equipped with onboard cranes and winches which facilitate optimized loading. Our aircraft equipped with modern engines, unrestricted for global operations, secure extended opportunities for us to satisfy
Hactl goes greener with largescale solar power installation
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ong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – has taken the next step in its “Green Terminal” project, with the installation of 1,300 sq m of solar panels on the roof of its SuperTerminal 1 facility in Hong Kong. Hactl’s new solar power installation will feature 518 panels with the electricity generation capacity of 160 kWp ; this “renewable energy” will be fed into the power grid. Says Hactl’s Chief Executive, Wilson Kwong: “This is a major step forward in Hactl’s “Green Terminal” project, and will make a significant contribution to our efforts to
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market demands of the energy sector” – stated Ekaterina Andreeva, Deputy Commercial Director, Volga-Dnepr Charter Cargo Operations. Volga-Dnepr airlines has more than 28 years of experience in addressing challenges related to transportation of super heavy and oversized project cargo originating from various industries, including the energy and heavy machinery sector. For the first 9 months of 2018, Volga-Dnepr has demonstrated an increase of 6%in cargo transportation for the energy and heavy machinery industry. The company is set to continue on this growth trajectory offering the most cost-efficient logistics solutions for its customers worldwide.
minimise our terminal’s environmental impact. We believe that Hactl has once again set an example for others to follow, both in Hong Kong and elsewhere. “Given the size and nature of buildings in the world of air cargo and logistics, the scope for similar installations is enormous; and there is a strong economic argument as well as an environmental one.” The system is being designed, installed and maintained by CLP Engineering Limited (CLPE), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CLP Holdings Limited, that offers professional solar solutions. Alex Keisser, Managing Director of CLPE, says: “We are very pleased to work with Hactl on this project and our joint efforts aim at supporting the development of renewable energy in Hong Kong.” A signing ceremony for the Solar Energy Service Agreement between CLPE and Hactl was held on 9 October at Hactl’s facility.
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Chinese cargo airline Uni-top Airlines set to start operations between Kunming and Dubai
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hinese carrier Uni-top Airlines is planning to operate B747 freighter flight between Kunming in China and Dubai, according to Mr Yang Fan, Vice President of Uni-top Airlines. Addressing an air transport cooperation promotion conference held by Chinese Yunnan provincial delegation in Dubai, Mr Yang Fan said: “In order to support the development of civil aviation and trade between China and the UAE, Uni-top airlines is planning to operate B747 freighter flight with 3 flights per week between Kunming and Dubai.” The Chinese carrier currently operates B747F and A300F.
Mr Joe Beydoun, Head of Cargo Business Relationships Commercial & Communications of Dubai Airports, who attended the UAE Air Transport Cooperation Promotion Conference organised by a delegation of the Yunnan Provincial Development and Reform Commission, expressed full support from Dubai Airports for those operations.
Oman adopts electronic airway bill (e-AWB) standard
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n-line with the Government plans to implement international best practices in business, Oman has adopted the International Air Transport Association’s electronic airway bill (e-AWB) standard in replacement of the paper airway bill - the contract of carriage for international airfreight shipments. The introduction of the e-AWB standard in the Sultanate will reinforce Oman’s position as an internationally competitive logistics hub with a digitally connected and integrated air cargo supply chain. The use of e-AWB allows freight forwarders and traders to communicate directly with over 120 airline operators around the world to report and manage their shipments. Omani traders will also benefit from the use of the e-AWB as it will remove barriers to trade by facilitating early (pre-arrival) reporting to customs and earlier release, reducing cargo storage time and costs. In support of the implementation process, IATA and CHAMP Cargo Systems will offer freight forwarders low-cost online facilitation for the creation and sharing of
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e-AWB messages. This means that local businesses can benefit from the electronic reporting, without the need to invest in building digital systems in their businesses. Oman Air Cargo and Asyad conducted an e-AWB workshop on 26th September 2018 for the trade partners and airlines by inviting delegates from IATA and CHAMP systems to share the best practices and create awareness about e-AWB. On this occasion Oman Air Cargo became e-AWB compliant by signing the IATA Resolution 672, Attachment D agreement. Oman Air Cargo is the commercial cargo division of Oman Air, National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman. Mohammed Ali Al Musafir, Senior Vice President, Oman Air Cargo said, “The digital advancement is changing the way industries operate. Oman Air Cargo is always at the forefront of adopting the latest e-initiatives to further develop the standards of the air
freight industry in Oman and make trade easier and faster for all industry players.” Mazen Al Homsi, Regional Cargo Manager MEA, IATA said, “The adoption of e-AWB will develop the air cargo community in Oman. IATA has been signing up more carriers, airports and freight forwarders into the e-AWB system. The e-AWB system that Oman Air Cargo is implementing will allow it to safely and proficiently empower its freight customers to perform the most essential tasks for cargo booking and data capture.” The e-AWB initiative is an international standard that removes the requirement for paper documents, resulting in significant improvement in the air freight supply chain efficiency, as it enhances productivity, reduces costs and increases data accuracy and security. Additionally, it enables traders and airline operators to access, store and track information conveniently.
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a stunning ceremony. Turkish Cargo will continue all of its worldclass cargo operations from Istanbul Atatürk Airport with the same standards and quality until December 31st, 2018. After December 31st 2018; all belly hold cargo will be shipped from the Istanbul New Airport and freighters flights will continue to be operated from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Our new hub in Istanbul, the logistics center of the world, with the completion of the new airport will allow us to serve our clients even better than previously with its 165,000 m² usage area.
Turkish Cargo is preparing For Its New Home
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stanbul New Airport which will make Turkey become a global center of logistics, will be opening on October 29th, 2018 with
We will have a terminal with a capacity of 2 million tons per year upon completion of the first phase of construction, and 4 million tons per year after the second phase is completed. We are designing higher quality and more efficient processes with diversified special cargo areas allowing for di erentiated services for product groups. Our Mega Hub will be the air cargo terminal to integrate artificial intelligence into the operational process once the PCHS and ASRS systems are fully installed. With investments and our ever-growing fleet, we're taking confident steps towards our goal of becoming one of the top 5 brands in the air cargo industry.
Vallair leases Boeing 737-700 to Indian operator SpiceJet
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allair, the aircraft trading, leasing and specialist MRO organisation, has completed a long-term lease agreement with SpiceJet of India for a Boeing 737NG. The aircraft (MSN36118) was previously operated by TUI and was purchased from GEXX. The aircraft is one of a number of Boeing aircraft that Vallair has recently purchased for ultimate cargo conversion. As part of Vallair’s developing service and ongoing support for the carrier the intention is that it will return to Vallair after SpiceJet’s commercial lease has expired. Whereupon it will form part of the organisation’s developing P2F programme, before reverting to SpiceJet for operation as a freighter. SpiceJet operates a dedicated air cargo service under the brand name SpiceXpress offering cargo connectivity across India and
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on international routes. SpiceJet is the first Indian airline to offer end-to-end cargo services and the airline’s freighter fleet consists of Boeing 737 aircraft. The SpiceJet passenger airline has made flying affordable for more Indians than ever before. It operates 416 average daily flights to 57 destinations, including 49 domestic and 8 international routes. The airline connects its network with a fleet of 37 Boeing 737 MAX and NG jets and 23 Bombardier Q-400s. Peter Koster, Head of Cargo Conversions Business Unit at Vallair, highlights the
Company’s focus on leased cargo converted assets as it follows its growth strategy. “Vallair takes a long-term view with our leased assets, we are carefully building a portfolio of Airbus and Boeing commercial aircraft that will form the bedrock of our cargo conversion programme. As these mature aircraft come to the end of their operational leases agreements we will extend the life of these assets in the most economically beneficial way through the creation of cost-effective and flexible cargo lease options that meet a diverse range of air freight needs.”
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Real-time ULD tracking information will allow Delta’s Cargo Control Center to more accurately monitor and reroute shipments that are delayed due to irregular operations, like inclement weather.
Delta Cargo to extend Bluetooth tracking to offairport customer facilities
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ollowing the announcement earlier in the year that Delta will be providing real-time tracking for unit load devices (ULDs), the offering has now been extended to cargo businesses based off airport. This will enable customers to have end-to-end tracking of the ULDs starting in their own warehouses throughout the journey to the final destination. This new service provides a number of customer benefits by eliminating all paperwork at the dock door when units are loaned out and producing a digital Uniform Control Receipt (UCR) that is emailed directly to the shipper. In addition, customers will receive customized push notifications with full tracking available on deltacargo.com in 2019. “The extension of the tracking technology directly to our customers’ facilities will
ensure visibility for the whole freight journey, creating a best-in-class shipping experience,” said Shawn Cole, Delta’s V.P. — Cargo. “This is a genuine innovation, and we are on track to launch in January 2019, with full visibility on deltacargo.com later that year, once the customer installations are complete.” Delta is one of the first major airlines to test Bluetooth tracking technology and since March 2018 has deployed readers at 80 Delta and partner airline warehouse locations across six continents, including all U.S. hubs and major trucking stations with 70 locations remaining. Nearly 40 percent of the ULD fleet has been tagged with Bluetooth asset trackers. By January 2019 the tracking system will be available on nearly all of Delta’s ULDs with customer reader installations anticipated to be completed soon after that.
our goal of enabling customers to interact with us in a different way, such as through the development of a self-service platform. Ultimately, we want our customers to have the option of being able to do everything they do today through telephone and email via a digital platform, so we are delighted to welcome Suzy to our cargo team to lead us into this exciting new era.”
Virgin Atlantic Cargo appoints new head of digital and distribution
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irgin Atlantic Cargo has strengthened its team with the appointment of Suzy Wardle to head digital and distribution. Ms Wardle, who moves to cargo for the first time after five years on the passenger side, will be responsible for delivering the carrier’s “farreaching” digitisation programme, which hopes to boost partnership integration and drive simplification. “Suzy is joining us at a very exciting time for our growing cargo business,” said Dominic Kennedy, managing director of Virgin
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Delta Cargo has invested in a number of customer solutions with the full product range now bookable on deltacargo.com, reliable shipping services with GPS and real-time tracking options. Plus an industryleading Cargo Control Center for 24/7 proactive shipment monitoring and IATA’s CEIV Pharma certification. Over the past several years, passenger innovation has been extensive with RFID baggage handling, and bag tracking via the Fly Delta mobile app, replacing ID checks at touch points with fingerprint scanning, biometric-based selfservice bag drop, automatic check-in, an alliance that will empower customers with seamless in-cabin connectivity experience, more efficient and high-tech automated screening lanes, and a groundbreaking app that helps Delta pilots avoid turbulence for a more comfortable flight, along with working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection on optional facial recognition boarding tests. Delta is also one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies Worldwide in 2018, earning the No. 6 spot among travel companies.
Atlantic Cargo. “Our priorities are focused on being easier to do business with, embracing digitisation using new technologies, and leveraging our partnerships to drive benefits for our customers. “As we modernise, there is a clear linkage between simplicity and digitisation and
Ms Wardle was most recently chief product owner for all passenger-facing digital channels, having started at the carrier as senior digital product manager. She had responsibility for revenue, customer satisfaction, continuous improvement and largescale digital transformation projects, including the integration of a new passenger service system – experience which will no doubt help the cargo division modernise. Before joining Virgin, she worked in marketing in the travel and luxury hotels business.
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Saudia Cargo launches Fly Express service
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audi Airlines Cargo Company launched its newest product “Fly Express”, offering high priority express delivery for urgent international shipments.
Fly Express service is an added value service that offers customers high priority status for shipments that can be accepted 3 hours prior to the Scheduled Time of Departure, alongside quick handling procedures at arrival. The new service offers early booking via the below email for a fast, efficient, and reliable airport-to-airport delivery of up to 300 kilograms per shipment, as well as a Money-Back Guarantee for the added cost of the service if it does not deliver on time. For more information and booking inquiries please contact: flyexpress@saudiacargo.com Saudia Cargo clients will be able to benefit from Fly Express services in the following European cities: Brussels, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Milan, Paris, London inbound to Saudi Arabia, with Hong Kong to be added in December 2018 and additional cities to be announced in the future. The Fly Express service was officially announced during the annual commercial meeting of Saudia Cargo with representatives of freight agencies. At the meeting, Saudia Cargo CEO Omar Hariri said: “The launch of this service will meet the needs of our clients who transport urgent cargo requiring rapid handling and short delivery period, with efficiency and reliability. This service came as part of our determination to ensure the satisfaction of our clients.” Saudia Cargo, recently launched the development project for its cargo facilities in King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, to enhance its operational capacity, as well as provide special warehousing for pharmaceutical goods, dangerous goods, and the various specialty shipments. Saudia Cargo has a wide global network, supported by a dedicated freighter fleet. It also offers ample capacity on passenger flights and delivers efficient and cost-effective solutions for charter aircraft on international destinations.
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AVIATION JOBS
So you think you can fly IndiGo is looking for smart, young ladies to join its cabin crew. So if you love people, places and planes, make sure you log on to the careers page on goindigo.in or go to facebook.com/goindigo.in
Interview City
Position
Date
Time
Venue
ATR Bangalore
Lead Cabin Crew
9-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Iris ,The business hotel and Spa,70, Brigade Road
Bangalore
Lead Cabin Crew
19-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Fortune Select JP Cosmos, Cunningham Crescent Road, Behind Sigma Mall
Hyderabad
Lead Cabin Crew
29-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Radisson, HITEC City, Gachibowli
A320 Guwahati
Cabin Crew
2-Nov-18
8AM - 10AM
Hotel: Kiranshree portico , Paltan Bazar, G.S Road
Bangalore
Cabin Crew
9-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Iris ,The business hotel and Spa,70, Brigade Road
Delhi
Cabin Crew
10-Nov-18
9AM - 12PM
Essex Farms Pvt. Ltd 4, Aurobindo Marg
Kolkata
Cabin Crew
13-Nov-18
8AM - 10AM
Hotel: O2 Oxygen ,VIP road , Kaikhali
Gurgaon(ISC)
Cabin Crew
17-Nov-18
9AM - 12PM
InterGlobe Aviation Limited ("IndiGo"),Level 2, Tower C, Global Business Park, MG Road
Bangalore
Cabin Crew
19-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Fortune Select JP Cosmos, Cunningham Crescent Road, Behind Sigma Mall
Delhi
Cabin Crew
24-Nov-18
9AM - 12PM
Hotel: Claremont , Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Near Arjan Garh, Aya Nagar
Hyderabad
Cabin Crew
29-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Hotel: Radisson, HITEC City, Gachibowli
Kolkata
Cabin Crew
30-Nov-18
9AM - 11AM
Space Circle, VIP Road, Raghunathpur, Arjunpur, Dakhin Mart Kaikhalii
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA • • • • •
Female Indian nationals, with Indian Passport, between 18 to 27 Years of age. Educational Qualification : Passed 10+2 examination, from a recognized Board or University. Communication : Fluency and clarity of speech in English and Hindi. Height : Minimum of 155 cms, with proportionate weight, as per BMI. Appearance : Clear skin, positive body language and well groomed. No visible scars or tattoos.
REQUIREMENTS • • •
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Please wear a Half-sleeve Shirt and a knee length well fitted Skirt with black Stocking. Candidate must carry, a passport size photograph, 10th and 12th Mark Sheets from a recognised Board or University, Photocopy of Pan Card or Passport. Carry a copy of your updated resume.
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CITY
INTERVIEW DATE
TIME (HRS)
VENUE
02-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
02-Nov-18
Kolkata
10:00 - 14:00
Hotel Novotel and Residencies CF - 11, Action Area 1C, New Town, Rajarhat, Kolkata - 700 156
05-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
05-Nov-18
Delhi
10:00 - 14:00
Essex Farms 4,Aurobindo Marg, Near IIT Flyover, New Delhi
09-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
12-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
12-Nov-18
Delhi
10:00 - 14:00
Essex Farms 4,Aurobindo Marg, Near IIT Flyover, New Delhi
14-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
14-Nov-18
Mumbai
10:00 - 14:00
The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai
16-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
16-Nov-18
Chandigarh
09:00 - 01:00
Hotel Aroma Complex Himalaya Marg, Sector 22-C, Chandigarh
19-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
19-Nov-18
Delhi
10:00 - 14:00
Essex Farms 4,Aurobindo Marg, Near IIT Flyover, New Delhi
21-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
21-Nov-18
Pune
10:00 - 14:00
Crown Plaza C.T.S. No 37 & 37/1, Bund Garden Road, Pune .
26-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
24-Nov-18
Delhi
10:00 - 14:00
Essex Farms 4,Aurobindo Marg, Near IIT Flyover, New Delhi
28-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
28-Nov-18
Mumbai
10:00 - 14:00
Hotel VITS Andheri Kurla Road, International Airport Zone, Andheri(East), Mumbai
30-Nov-18
Gurgaon
09:00 - 11:00
SpiceJet Ltd. 319, Udyog Vihar, Phase -IV, Gurgaon
30-Nov-18
Kolkata
10:00 - 14:00
Hotel Novotel and Residencies CF - 11, Action Area 1C, New Town, Rajarhat, Kolkata - 700 156
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