Aviators magazine july september 2016 by Aviators India Private Limited

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DITOR’S

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A pioneering HEMS Initiative for India It has taken years of planning, hard work and tireless dedication to bring the path breaking Aviators Air Rescue Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) offering to fruition. The intention was always to provide the Indian population with with topnotch air medical services that will be affordable and accessible for everyone and we are now on the cusp of realising the dream. One only needs to look at the untapped potential of HEMS in India to understand the scale of the changes that will come into effect as Aviators Air Rescue starts its operations. We will start the first dedicated HEMS operations in India using new Airbus Helicopters H130s, which are state-of-the-art in their category and will be equipped with the most modern medical equipment’s and operated by highly trained air crew and paramedics operating to International standards. Airbus Helicopters is the Global Leader in HEMS rotorcraft with more than 320 customers their platforms in the HEMS role. India’s large land-mass, varied terrain and poor connectivity make it a natural environment for conduction of medical rescue with helicopters. The rapid motorisation of the country has lagged behind in creating the necessary infrastructure to handle increasingly powerful trucks, cars and motor-bikes. There were 1.46 lakh road deaths India, in 2015, amounting to a shocking 400 deaths per day. There is absolutely no doubt that with timely medical support, a large number of these lives could be saved. Consider the fact that the top European countries operate more than 525 dedicated HEMS helicopters. Germany alone has 125 dedicated HEMS helicopters, for a total population of 81 million. This is a ratio of one helicopter for less than seven lakh people. Replicating this model in India would generate a potential of more operators for HEMS. Commercial operations will commence later this year and important relationships with insurance providers, hospitals and corporate customers have already been established. We will deliver to our promise of providing an affordable service to all Subscription to Aviators Air Rescue for an individual for a year is a mere Rs 8,999, while the cost for a family of four is only Rs 17,999 a year. In addition, we will also provide the initial hospital stabilization cost payment and ground ambulance support, provision for the first and last mile of value upto 1 lakh.

Arun Sharma Editor

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CONTENTS

July - September 2016 Issue

Indian Civil Aviation

An important step has been taken towards the revitalisation of the Civil Aviation sector in India, with the release of the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016.

Flight Trax

Business Aviation

Flight Trax

Flight Trax brings you the latest news from the world of aviation across airlines, commercial jetliners, business jets and helicopters

Indian Aviation News Brief

Aviators Air Rescue

Leading the way for HEMS in India

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Aviators Air Rescue will provide India with top-notch air medical services that will be affordable and accessible for everyone and revolutionise the HEMS industry in India

Column

All the latest news from Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rapidly growing civil aviation industry

Much Needed Reforms for Indiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Civil Aviation Growth

Growth Aspirations

Rotortrade Continues to See Strong Growth in 2016

Business Aviation

Aviation Technology

GE Aviation’s new generation turbo-prop engine and Boeing’s large screen displays for the 777X represent the state-of-the-art in aviation technology

Aviators Lifestyle

This month’s lifestyle section features the latest in motorcars, airline offers, yachts and private aircraft

Aviation Icon

Dassault Aviation’s new flagship, the 6,450 nm Falcon 8X, receives European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification

Future Flight

50 Bill Boeing’s Dream turns a Hundred

Airbus Helicopters advances Clean Sky 2 High-Speed Efficient Rotorcraft Demonstrator

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SWISS Receives First Bombardier CS100 Jetliner

wiss International Air Lines (SWISS) showcased its first Bombardier C Series aircraft – a CS100 – at Zurich Airport on 6 July. The airline’s first CS100 was named “Canton of Zurich” and SWISS commenced commercial service with the type on 15 July. SWISS has a total of 30 CS100s and the larger CS300 on order with Bombardier. Fred Cromer, Bombardier’s President Commercial Aircraft, had words of particular praise for the good collaboration in the aircraft’s development. “SWISS played a large part in developing this product,” he explained. “And with our specialists we’ve been able to accommodate many of SWISS’s special requests. SWISS has configured its CS100 to seat 125 passengers, with innovative seats from manufacturer ZIM, which boast a special design that includes a single central table support, providing optimum comfort and more legroom with the same seat pitch.

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“I am hugely proud that we will now be the first operator of the most advanced and innovative aircraft in its class in the world,” says Thomas Klühr, SWISS’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our new Bombardier CS100 is extremely efficient and only half as loud as comparable aircraft types. For our customers it ushers in a new era in inflight comfort. And the fact that our new C Series will also enable us to create some 150 new jobs in our cabin crew corps makes me even prouder still.” July - September 2016 | Aviators | 7

Flight Trax

IranAir to Acquire Boeing Jetliners

ehran will procure approximately 100 single-aisle and twin-aisle jetliners from Boeing. The jetliner types to be acquired via lease and direct purchase include Boeing’s 737 NG and the 777-300ER and 777-9 variants. Official approvals from both the Iranian and U.S. governments need to be obtained before a formal contract is signed. IranAir Public Relations department announced, “an agreement was consequently signed after Boeing company representatives paid several official visits to Iran and held effective talks with IranAir officials.” The aircraft deal is being valued at an estimated U.S.$ 25 billion. Tehran had taken delivery of its first Boeing jetliner in 1965, when it received its first Boeing 707. IranAir has placed record deals for jetliners and regional transport aircraft RTA) after decades of isolation have left it with an ageing and obsolete aircraft fleet. Earlier this year, the airline placed orders with Airbus for delivery of 118 new jetliners worth U.S.$ 25 billion, encompassing, 21 A320ceo Family and 24 A320neo Family jetliners, 27 A330ceo Family airplanes, 18 A330-900neos, 16 A350-1000s and 12 A380s. IranAir has also received European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) & European Union approval for fly to the EU, once again after 2010 sanctions, IranAir Public Relations Department announced.

Marshall Aerospace Appointed Prime ACJ MRO Provider by Acropolis Aviation

arshall Civil Aerospace, part of the Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, has been contracted by luxury charter aviation firm Acropolis Aviation as its prime maintenance contractor for Airbus Corporate Jet (ACJ) MRO work. This is Marshall Civil Aerospace’s first ACJ contract, and the firm will also work on Acropolis’ new ACJ320neo which is scheduled to enter service in late 2019, Acropolis Technical Director Aidan Leitner-Murphy confirmed. Marshall’s “superb team approach and excellent work,” performed on a major six-year check on G-NOAH, Acropolis’ flagship Airbus ACJ319 at Marshall Cambridge HQ was attributed as the reason by Acropolis Aviation for its selection as its ACJ MRO provider. 8 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Boeing Business Jets

Announces Orders for Two BBJ MAX 8 Airplanes

oeing Business Jets announced, the sale of two BBJ MAX 8 airplanes, at the recently concluded 2016 Farnborough International Air Show. The recently booked BBJ MAX 8s were ordered by two separate undisclosed customers, one customer based in North America and the other in Asia. “The BBJ MAX and its unmatched capability and comfort continues to be a very successful airplane for us and we are just getting started” said Boeing Business Jets President David Longridge.

Flight Trax

CATHAY PACIFIC Previews New Business Class Lounge at HKIA

AIR CHINA to Commence Operations with Trent 1000 Engines

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athay Pacific Airways has hosted a preview of its new Business Class Lounge, located at ‘The Pier’ at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), following a comprehensive refurbishment. The new Business Class Lounge is now the largest among all Cathay Pacific lounges, with seating for 550 people and occupies a space of 3,306 square metres - approximately 1,000 square metres larger than the previous lounge. Designed by Studioilse, the London-based design studio led by Ilse Crawford, the lounge experience starts from the street which is divided into “fast” and “slow” lanes. Passengers will find an array of food and beverage offerings on entering the fast lane, Among the various dining options are The Food Hall, a fun and vibrant space with self-service kiosks, and The Noodle Bar - an iconic feature of Cathay Pacific’s lounges. The slow lane features the view out of the big glass windows and glazed timber screens and has extensive

Cessna Selects Rockwell Collins

for Citation Longitude Flight Controls

lounge seating, anchored by Cathay Pacific’s bespoke Solo Chairs. Each Solo Chair is equipped with a built-in reading lamp and an individual side table. A brand-new feature developed specifically for The Pier Business Class Lounge, is the new Tea House – where a selection of teas is served by a tea specialist. The lounge also offers fourteen shower suites and a relaxation room, featuring low upholstered loungers and footstools, form the wellbeing area at the end of the lounge, offering passengers a calm and stress-free environment in which to freshen up and wind down. The Pier Business Class Lounge is accessible to First and Business Class passengers, Silver and above Marco Polo Club members, members of all tiers who earned lounge passes and/ or their friends and family members, and Emerald and Sapphire oneworld members who are departing or transiting in Hong Kong.

ir China has become China’s first operator of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, powered by the Trent 1000 engine. The airline took delivery of its first 787-9 from Boeing this month and the aircraft took off from Boeing’s Delivery Centre in North Charleston, SC, USA, and landed at the Beijing Capital International Airport, China. Paul Freestone, SVP, Greater China Customer Team, Civil Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, said: “We are proud to join the celebration of the delivery of the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to China. It represents a significant landmark in the growth of Air China’s widebody fleet. We’re confident that this excellent aircraft and its Trent 1000 engines will provide many years of reliable service to Chinese operators.” Air China selected the Trent 1000 engines to power its Boeing 787-9 fleet last year and also signed-up for the long-term TotalCare support. Rolls-Royce was the first to power both the Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft. Since then the Trent 1000 engine has accumulated 1.7 million flying hours with 12 customers.

Rockwell Collins will supply its horizontal stabilizer trim and flap actuation systems for Textron Aviation’s new Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet. “Cessna needed a flight controls provider that could deliver on the Longitude’s relatively short development schedule, and we were able to bring a low-risk solution that met their needs,” said Greg Irmen, Vice President and General Manager, Flight Controls and Information Systems for Rockwell Collins. The horizontal stabilizer trim actuator controls the pitch of the horizontal stabilizer in order to reduce drag and trim the aircraft for optimal efficient flight. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 9

Flight Trax Additional CFM LEAP-1A

Engine Orders Placed by

SMBC Aviation Capital

he world’s third largest aircraft leasing company, SMBC Aviation Capital, has placed orders with CFM International for ten LEAP-1A engines that will power five additional Airbus A320neo aircraft on order for the lessor. The deal has been valued at US$140 million AT current list prices and is a followon to SMBC Aviation Capital’s initial LEAP-1A order for 60 engines, announced at the 2015 Paris Air Show. “We are very pleased with the performance of the LEAP-1A engine during its ground and flight test program,” said Peter Barrett, CEO of SMBC Aviation Capital. “This engine is on track to deliver the reliability our customers have come to expect from CFM and we look forward to introducing it into our portfolio.” The Dublin-based aircraft lessor has a fleet of more than 350 aircraft powered by CFM56 and LEAP engines in service or on order. “SMBC Aviation Capital has a large portfolio of CFM-powered aircraft today and we are obviously pleased by the continued confidence they show in our products,” said Jean-Paul Ebanga, president and CEO of CFM International. “We are proud of the positive impact our engines have had on the long-term profitability of their airline customers and look forward to growing this important relationship well into the future.”

Bombardier Receives

EASA and FAA

Type Validation for CS 100 Jetliner

ombardier has been awarded Type Validation by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its CS 100 single-aisle jetliner, following a comprehensive testing program. “In the same week that our C Series aircraft surpassed 5,000 flight hours and the first SWISS aircraft readies for its first flight, we are celebrating another very proud moment with the receipt of the CS100 aircraft EASA and FAA Type Validations. I congratulate our teams for all their hard work in delivering these latest significant accomplishments,” said Robert Dewar, Vice President, C Series Program, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. EASA validation now paves the way for delivery of the first CS100 aircraft to launch operator Swiss International Air Lines (“SWISS”) at the end of this month and the aircraft’s entry-into-service in July 2016.

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EASA Certification Accorded to HondaJet in Europe European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification has been accorded to the HondaJet light business jet. There has already been significant interest in Europe for the light business jet and sales in Europe have already commenced. “We are excited to achieve EASA certification for the HondaJet today. This certification signifies the HondaJet meets the highest European safety standards,” said Honda Aircraft Company President and CEO Michimasa Fujino. “Our customers have shared that this aircraft is not only high performance, but intelligent, fun to fly and very sophisticated. HondaJet deliveries in Europe have begun, and we are excited to see the HondaJet enter service in this important market,” he added. Type certification for the HondaJet was received from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in December 2015 and aircraft have already been delivered to customers in the U.S., Mexico and Europe. The aircraft has been priced at US$4.85 million and features a unique Over-The-Wing Engine Mount (OTWEM) configuration, natural laminar flow wing, and composite fuselage. The HondaJet can attain a maximum cruise speed of 422 knots (486 mph) and reach an altitude of 43,000 feet.

Flight Trax

Royal Bhutan Helicopter Services Limited

Receives Second H130

oyal Bhutan Helicopter Services Limited (rbhsl) took delivery of its second H130 on 21 June, after the first has entered the Kingdom end of October last year. The new helicopter will join the first to perform similar missions. During the first seven months of operations, RBHSL has developed valuable experience in close to 46 medical evacuations and fire-fighting missions, evacuating about 40 patients and protecting natural forests, aligning environmentally-conscious Bhutan’s environmental policy of the Royal Government. Within the same period, the first H130 has ferried more than 400 passengers including VIP and tourism flights. “With the arrival of the second H130, our reliability in terms of delivering services has increased as opposed to having a single H130 in the fleet. Both helicopters will be deployed for the similar missions as mandated by the Royal Government of Bhutan. The H130 has lived up to our expectations with its multi-mission capabilities, wide versatility and superior flight experience because of the wide passenger cabin and low noise signature,” said Mr Chewang Gyeltshen, CEO of the Royal Bhutan Helicopter Services Limited. Similar to the first H130, the second helicopter comes equipped with additional optional equipment such as an integrated tracking system, cargo sling, bambi bucket firefighting and an onboard medical stretcher enabling to perform medical evacuations.

Textron Aviation Brings Strong LineUp to EBACE

extron Aviation is putting up a strong show at the latest edition of EBACE with a display featuring eight business jet and turboprop aircraft from Cessna and Beechcraft. One of the highlights of the Textron display at EBACE this year, is the Cessna Citation Latitude, making only its second appearance at EBACE. In addition to the Latitude, the Textron Aviation static display includes the Citation Sovereign+, Citation CJ4, Citation CJ3+ and the Citation M2. “2016 is off to a strong start, with European jet and turboprop sales up 20 percent from the first quarter in 2015,” said Kriya Shortt, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing. “In addition to the Latitude, we have also achieved EASA certification on all of our King Air turboprops and are experiencing great market acceptance of these products. We are excited to expand our European customer base as we continue to bring innovative solutions and service offerings to market.”

Jet ConneX Network Validated by Rockwell Collins Rockwell Collins has announced that the performance of Inmarsat’s Jet ConneX (JX) network has been validated for performance as well as a number of its own valueadded services, in a series of recent network tests. The Jet ConneX service is expected to be available globally in mid-2016 and is offered by Rockwell Collins as part of its ARINCDirectSM offering.

“JX from Inmarsat is poised to provide business jet passengers with the highest connectivity speeds available,” said David Stanley, vice president, ARINCDirect Cabin Services for Rockwell Collins. “Along with higher speeds and greater bandwidth, we are excited to offer a number of value-added applications that will enhance the passenger experience even further.” Rockwell Collins’ ARINCDirect now offers a number of new services such as: AD Wi-Fi call and text, where an app that makes use of the aircraft’s broadband service, allows passengers to make and receive calls and texts on their personal cell phone, using their own number, anywhere in the world. The ARINCDirect Content Filter allows Jet ConneX operators to control the onboard Internet experience by allowing the freedom to customize a filtering program to meet a passenger’s particular needs. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 11

Pipistrel Completes 800th Aircraft from Sinus/Virus Family

lovenian aircraft firm Pipistrel has announced the completion of the 800th aircraft belonging to the Sinus/Virus family. This aircraft will be delivered to a customer in Argentina. “In the today’s world of crisis in aviation industry it is an enormous achievement to produce 800 aircraft from the same line of products! This is a success on par with the 70’s when the aviation was in the phase of its fastest development. The aircraft nowadays are produced in much smaller series, but we are going to reach and exceed the number 1000 within one year!” said Ivo Boscarol, the General Manager of Pipistrel d.o.o. Ajdovscina,

EASA Certification Obtained for PW1500G Engine

n important milestone has been achieved by Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower Geared Turbofan PW1500G engine following the grant of certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on May 18. The EASA certification covers the PW1519G, PW1520G, PW1524G and PW1525G engine thrust variants. “The EASA validation of the PW1500G type certificate is a key program milestone enabling Pratt & Whitney to deliver engines for our EIS customer Swiss Airlines,” said Graham Webb, vice president, Commercial Engines 17/24K programs. The PW1500G engine will enter into customer service on the CS100 on July 15 as part of the Swiss Air fleet. The PW1500G is the sole powerplant for Bombardier’s C Series aircraft family. 12 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Embraer Receives Mexican Order for 23 Business Jets Embraer Executive Jets has announced a firm order for 23 business jets from Across, a premium Mexican business aviation services provider. The entire contract is valued at in excess of US$ 260 million (at current list prices) and comprises of eight Legacy 500, eight Phenom 300 and seven Phenom 100E jets. Deliveries have already commenced.

“This fleet order reflects our growing presence in Mexico and confirms the long-term relationship we are building with Across,” said Marco Tulio Pellegrini, President & CEO, Embraer Executive Jets. “The Mexican market has a solid business aviation utilization culture and Embraer Executive Jets’ portfolio is perfectly suited to fulfil the increasing demand for more efficient and reliable aircraft in the Region.”

First CES to Venue Cabin Upgrade Completed in Europe

he upgrade of a legacy Rockwell Collins cabin entertainment system, known as ‘CES’ to the Venue high-definition (HD) cabin management and entertainment system on a Bombardier Global aircraft in Europe has been performed by Rockwell Collins and Switzerlandbased AMAC Aerospace. The aircraft has returned to service following the upgrade, which is a cost costeffective cabin upgrade solution for CES-equipped Globals since it utilizes certain cabin components already on the aircraft. “In many cases, there is no need to completely rip out a cabin to bring it up to date with the latest technologies,” said Greg Irmen, vice president and general manager, Flight Controls and Information Systems for Rockwell Collins.

Flight Trax JetSuite and GlobeAir Announce Transatlantic Partnership

merican private jet operator JetSuite and European private jet firm GlobeAir have announced an exclusive transatlantic alliance on the eve of EBACE 2016. The alliance will be officially launched at EBACE and both private jet firms will offer their clients discounts on flights between more than 4,000 airports across North America and Europe. JetSuite, is the fourth largest U.S. private jet company and Austria based GlobeAir is the European market leader in the light jet market segment.

GlobeAir’s Chief Marketing Officer Mauro De Rosa said, “We’re excited for the launch of this partnership that is aimed at creating a seamless flight experience for our passengers, providing them a consistent quality service in Europe and in North America.” GlobeAir clients will receive a 5 per cent discount off their first charter flight with JetSuite, as a result of the alliance. There will also be a US$2,000 flight credit for customers who open a US$50K SuiteKey membership with JetSuite and GlobeAir clients will receive a US$50 credit towards any JetSuiteX flight. In return, JetSuite’s SuiteKey members will now have access to GlobeAir flights within Europe and

PC-24 Makes Double Impact at EBACE

be eligible for a €2,000 credit towards the purchase of a €50K GlobeAir Executive Membership. They will also receive VIP treatment and have access to a dedicated GlobeAir travel consultant. “We are pleased with the opportunity to work with such an established private jet market leader in Europe, and look forward to growing a mutually-beneficial relationship,” said Gary Soloff, JetSuite’s Vice President, Sales & Marketing.

Sikorsky S-92 Helicopter Crosses One Million Flight Hours

wiss airframer Pilatus has brought its PC-24 ‘Super Versatile Jet’ to EBACE for the first time. The first PC-24 prototype is participating in the flight display at the opening day of the show, following which it will be part of the outdoor display. Pilatus is also showcasing the interior design of the PC-24 at its indoor stand for the first time. The other Pilatus type that is participating at EBACE is the PC-12NG which is making its first European presentation at EBACE. Commenting on the progress of the PC-24 test programme, which has two prototype aircraft taking part in developmental activities at present, are currently engaged in a challenging programme of test flights, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Pilatus, Oscar J. Schwenk, said, “Together, the two prototypes have completed 300 flights and over 500 hours in Switzerland, Spain, Scotland and Iceland. In the past few months we have conducted numerous important tests to explore the flight envelope and observe how the aircraft handles in natural icing conditions.” He added, “I’m delighted we can show off the PC-24 at a trade fair for the first time ever - it’s an excellent opportunity to convince more potential customers that our unique Super Versatile Jet offers unparalleled performance.”

ikorsky’s worldwide fleet of more than 275 S-92 helicopters, crossed the milestone of one million flight hours in May. The milestone achievement has come within 12 years of operations for the helicopter. Deliveries of the type commenced in 2004 and over the course of more than a million fleet flight hours of service, the S-92 has an accident rate less than 1/10th the U.S. Civil Multi-Turbine engine helicopter rate. The S-92 helicopter has been selected by operators in the offshore oil and gas industry, and for civil search and rescue, where it undertakes highly demanding missions in some of the world’s toughest conditions. The availability rate of the S-92 fleet averages more than 95% each month.

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Flight Trax

SIA Establishes Holding Company for Scoot and Tiger Airways

ingapore Airlines (SIA) has announced the creation of a holding company that will own and manage its budget airlines Scoot and Tiger Airways, following the delisting of Tiger Airways (which operates as Tigerair) from SGX-ST. Scoot and Tiger Airways, will now be led by Lee Lik Hsin, as CEO of the holding company. Said Mr Lee of his new position as CEO of Budget Aviation Holdings: “I am excited to be appointed to this new role. There are many opportunities ahead for Scoot and Tigerair to work more closely together, which will provide new opportunities for the growth of both airlines for the benefit of our customers.”

Honda Aircraft Company Receives FAA Production Certificate

onda Aircraft Company announced in July, that it has earned a Production Certificate from the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Production Certificate grants Honda Aircraft the authorization to produce, flight test and issue airworthiness certificates for the HondaJet for customer deliveries. “This is a great achievement for our company as an aircraft manufacturer, and it is a very important milestone for ramping up production. Honda Aircraft has demonstrated our commitment to build aircraft of the highest quality and that meet stringent safety requirements,” said Honda Aircraft Company President and CEO Michimasa Fujino. “We also want to recognize the strong collaboration with the FAA during this rigorous approval process.” “Honda’s commitment of time, resources and people, and with the adherence to FAA regulations and guidance has provided Honda Aircraft Company the privilege to be awarded a Production Certificate for the HA-420 HondaJet,” said Greg Benson, Manager of the FAA’s Manufacturing Inspection District Office in Atlanta. “Honda Aircraft Company’s continued commitment to quality and safety will solidify its place within the aviation industry. This is certainly a commemorative moment for both Honda Aircraft and the FAA.” Honda Aircraft Company is building the HA-420 HondaJet, an advanced light jet, at its world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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Textron Aviation Debut’s New SETP Cabin Mockup

he first public debut of the cabin mockup of Textron Aviation’s highly anticipated new single engine turboprop (SETP) aircraft has taken place at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture at Oshkosh which got underway on July 25. “We’ve heard from so many customers who are eager to learn more about our new single engine turboprop, and we’re excited to reveal the name and branding as well as debut the cabin mockup for this exceptional aircraft,” said Kriya Shortt, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing. The single engine turboprop aircraft cabin mockup, is the highlight of Textron Aviation’s product showcase at EAA, which also includes the companies wide range of turbo-prop and jet aircraft offerings. Designed to be capable of cruise speeds of up to 285 knots, the SETP will be able to carry a full fuel payload of 1,100 pounds.

Milestone 80th A380 Touches Down in Vienna

A Warm Austrian Welcome for Emirates’ Flagship Aircraft

mirates’ 80th Airbus A380 made a maiden appearance at Vienna on June 22nd, after the aircraft was flown in directly from the Airbus production facility in Hamburg. Austrian travellers will be able to enjoy from 1st July when Emirates becomes the first airline to operate a scheduled A380 service into Vienna. The invitation-only event at the airport saw the attendance of Austrian dignitaries, officials, VIPs and media, who toured the aircraft for a glimpse of the stunning interior which will be part of the A380 experience. Preparations have been underway for many months in readiness for the start of operations. Vienna Airport has embarked on a long term project that includes changes to the apron infrastructure, investments in aircraft handling equipment, gate and boarding facilities, and airside terminal areas to ensure passengers have a smooth transition through the airport and onto the aircraft. This special one-off visit by the 80th A380, captained by Austrian national Florian Ragg, was the final stage in

this detailed planning. Its mission was to test technical procedures like pier docking, movement of the aircraft on the apron into its correct parking position, specialized aircraft cleaning inside and out and the loading and unloading of catering and baggage. To provide a large enough space for docking and handling of this wide body aircraft four airport gates will be merged into one. Emirates has served the ViennaDubai route since 2004 and since then has carried almost three million passengers on its double daily service. By deploying the A380, which has a capacity to seat 519 passengers, the airline will now be able to carry over 1,700 passengers between Dubai and Vienna every day. Tourism in Austria, as well as directly or indirectly linked industries such as trade, transport and infrastructure will benefit from the introduction of the A380. Emirates’ 14 weekly frequencies support close to 1,800 full-time jobs in Austria, generating economic impact on the national GDP worth approximately €179 million a year.

Over the past few years, Austria and the cosmopolitan city of Vienna, have developed into one of the fastest growing markets from the Middle East. In 2015, over 115,000 visitors arrived into Austria from the UAE alone, a 34.8% increase compared to the year before. Outbound, Emirates’ product offering across Economy, Business and First Class allows passengers from Vienna to travel in comfort to a number of enticing destinations on the vast Emirates route network. Some of the most popular destinations for Austrian travellers are Bangkok, Colombo, Mauritius and Male many of which are served by the A380, meaning passengers can enjoy the luxury of the world’s largest passenger aircraft all the way.

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Flight Trax

First A330 for Tibet Airlines

hasa based Tibet Airlines took delivery of its first widebody aircraft, an A330-200 on June 30. The aircraft with increased 242 tonne maximum take-off-weight (MTOW), was handed over in Toulouse, France. The increased MTOW variant is the first A330-200 in China, and allows airlines to operate from the most demanding high altitude airports where take off performance, additional range and improved operating costs are key. The A330 is the first widebody equipped with the Required Navigation Performance with Authorisation Required (RNPAR) and the only widebody airliner today flying over Tibet’s sky. It will exceed the airlines’ expectation on high-altitude performance also offer unrivalled efficiency, also greater comfort to the passengers

Bai Weisan, President of Tibet Airlines said: “We are extremely excited to receive our first widebody airliner – an enhanced A330 from Airbus and are very confident at its high-altitude performance. The A330 Family will become our core widebody to be deployed on our new international routes thanks to its flexibility, comfort and efficiency. With the A330, we are looking forward more passengers from all over the world to flying with Tibet Airlines and visiting Tibet.” The aircraft is configured in a three-

class cabin layout (12 business, 32 premium economy, 235 economy) and deployed to open up new international routes. Eric Chen, President of Airbus China said: “We congratulate Tibet Airlines on receiving its first A330 and we express our gratitude for the confidence demonstrated in our leading A330. With an operating base at high altitude Lhasa Airport and routes covering all of Tibet’s civil airports, the airline already benefits from the unrivalled performance of Airbus single-aisle aircraft.”

Aviation Minister Attends Handover of Airbus Helicopters H145 to Yorkshire Air Ambulance Airbus Helicopters formally handed over the second and final H145 to Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) at the Farnborough Air Show 2016. The aircraft, which will go through a completion process at Airbus Helicopters’ Civil Helicopter Hub at Oxford Airport, will be fitted with a state of the art Bucher medical interior specifically tailored to YAA’s requirements. The hoist-equipped aircraft, part-funded by the £1m Treasury donation from the Libor Fine Funds, will allow the charity to reach patients in remote or inaccessible places, while the increased range, payload and cabin space will enable YAA to provide critical care and transport across Yorkshire’s 5 million acres of territory. The 4-axis autopilot, full night flying capabilities and availability rates of roughly 95% will help YAA increase life-saving missions by 30% and make the H145 an iconic sight over the skies of Yorkshire. Yorkshire Air Ambulance will also benefit from a unique long-term, comprehensive support arrangement, specifically tailored to the projected 800+ flying hours per year the charity plans to fly. The agreement, which covers material management and 24/7 Airbus Helicopters support across the UK, will provide value for money over the duration of the contract and help optimise the aircraft’s availability. Transport Minister Robert Goodwill MP said, “Air ambulances play a vital role in saving lives. As a Transport Minister and a Yorkshire MP I am delighted to be here today to see Yorkshire Air Ambulance receiving their new state of the art helicopter. The money for this helicopter comes in part from fines levied on banks. It’s only right that funds from those who have demonstrated the worst values should go to those, like the brave air ambulance crews, that show the best on a daily basis. This brings the total fund given to air ambulances across the country to over £10 million.” Peter Sunderland, Chairman of YAA, said, “We are extremely excited to be formally accepting our second H145 from Airbus, and Farnborough Airshow is an absolutely fitting surrounding to do so. Our new H145’s will provide the people of Yorkshire and its visitors with a much enhanced, state-of-the-art medical service, befitting of the support they show towards us. Airbus Helicopters has been a pleasure to deal with during the purchasing process and we are now looking forward to the H145’s taking to the skies of Yorkshire and helping us to continue to save more lives.” 16 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Flight Trax

AirAsia Places Major Order for 100 A321neo

irAsia has signed a firm order with Airbus for the purchase of 100 A321neo aircraft. The contract was announced at the Farnborough Airshow in June, by AirAsia Group Chief Executive Officer Tony Fernandes and Airbus President and CEO Fabrice Brégier. The contract marks the first order placed by AirAsia for the largest model in the best-selling A320 Family. Seating up to 240 passengers in a single class layout, the A321neo will enable the airline to increase capacity while benefitting from the lowest operating costs in the single aisle category. Today’s announcement sees the total number of A320 Family ordered by AirAsia rise to 575, reaffirming the carrier’s position as the largest airline customer for the Airbus single aisle product line. To date, over 170 A320s have already been delivered to the airline and are flying with its units in Malaysia, India, Indonesia, Japan and the Philippines. Tony Fernandes, AirAsia Group Chief Executive Officer said. “AirAsia Group currently operates close to 1,000 flights per day to more than 120 destinations in 24 countries. We recorded a robust load factor of 85% in the first quarter of 2016, up 8 percentage points from the same period last year, and we are confident of maintaining this momentum going forward. The A321neo will help us to meet ongoing strong demand as well as further reduce our cost per Available Seat Kilometre across the group, which will translate to lower air fares for our guests. We would like to congratulate Airbus for producing the state-of-the-art A321neo aircraft that meets our requirements for efficient operations.”

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Flight Trax - Indian Aviation Vistara Celebrates Crossing Two Million Customer Mark

Added one million happy flyers in less than six months

ndia’s fastest growing full service carrier, today crosses the milestone of flying 2million happy customers. Having the lineage of great brands - Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, Vistara has swiftly gained one million customers in less than six months with addition of just two aircraft to its fleet. The airline with its focus on providing a personalized and seamless flying experience delivered with intuitive thoughtfulness is steadily winning the hearts of many customers across the country to become their airline of choice. In a short span of 17 months, Vistara has rapidly grown its fleet and expanded its network across India. Catering to the growing demand, Vistara now serves 17 destinations with 457 weekly frequencies and connects India better with many via and connecting flights. Ms. Preeti Bhaskar, who was travelling from Delhi to Guwahati on flight no UK 868 was identified as Vistara’s two millionth customer today. Preeti, Vistara’s special customer received a warm welcome by airlines’ crew at Delhi International airport. Originally booked to travel in Economy Class, Preeti was pleasantly surprised by a courtesy upgrade to Business Class and courtesy access to Vistara’s recently inaugurated signature lounge at T3, Delhi. She was also felicitated by the CEO of the airline with a complimentary Club Vistara Gold membership. Conveying her excitement on being the two millionth customer, Preeti Bhaskar, said, “I am a frequent traveler and 18 | Aviators | July - September 2016

for me this was just another business trip on a new airline until I realized I was Vistara’s two millionth customer. I am very honoured and pleased to be a part of Vistara’s celebrations as they simply turned my ordinary day into a memorable one. From the warm reception at the checkin counter to the airport celebrations and from the heartwarming service at the lounge and onboard, it was truly a new feeling of flying this time.” Expressing delight on this occasion, Mr. Phee Teik Yeoh, CEO, Vistara said, “The sense of accomplishment we feel today is a truly joyous experience. We are glad that so many customers have appreciated Vistara’s differentiated offering and unique value proposition. I would like to express my gratitude to all the customers who have shown faith in Vistara and made us their preferred airline. It is their sincere support and feedback that has helped us grow stronger and more confident. I would like to assure all our customers that my team and I remain committed to bringing joy back to flying in India and transforming the flying experience in India forever.” In 2016, our current fleet will grow to thirteen aircraft, leading to introduction of new destinations and increased frequencies to the existing network offering more choices of departure and arrival to Vistara customers. New strategic partnerships with airline and non-airline brands are in the pipeline which will further strengthen Vistara’s value proposition for its FFP (Club Vistara) members.

Flight Trax - Indian Aviation

GoAir Receives First of 72 Airbus A320neo

umbai, based low cost carrier (LCC) GoAir took delivery of its first A320neo aircraft, in the month of June. The successful delivery of the aircraft makes GoAir the world’s third operator for the type. Powered by Pratt and Whitney engines, is the aircraft is the first of 72 A320neo on order and joins GoAir’s existing fleet of 19 A320 aircraft. GoAir’s first A320neo is the

first of the type to be financed on a sale and leaseback through SMBC Aviation Capital. The aircraft is configured in a conformable layout and is the first A320neo equipped with the innovative Spaceflex cabin configuration with 186 seats. The A320neo Family incorporates latest technologies including new generation engines and Sharklet wing tip devices, which together deliver more than 15 percent in fuel savings from day one and 20 percent by 2020 with further cabin innovations. GoAir currently flies to 22 Indian destinations. With the NEO induction, GoAir will expand its network and offer fliers better connectivity and

continue its growth as one of India’s preferred low-cost airline.

Cabinet approves MOU between the Directorate General of Civil Aviation of India (DGCA) and the French Civil Aviation Authority

The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its expost facto approval to the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Directorate General of Civil Aviation of India (DGCA) and the French Civil Aviation Authority – Direction Generale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC) of France to implement Technical Cooperation Programme for promotion and implementation of Standards and Recommended Practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The MoU has been signed on behalf of the two countries after its approval by the two Governments and would be for a term of four years. The Technical Cooperation programme will be beneficial for enhancement of skills and expertise of DGCA’s officers. This MoU is also beneficial for

implementation of the cooperation between the two parties for imparting training of engineers, technicians, managers etc. It will also include any other subject that is relevant to the common DGAC and DGCA areas of interest. For this purpose, the Parties undertake to cooperate through the following actions: a) By exchanging information concerning the various techniques used to reach the objectives; b) By sending French experts or instructors to India for training missions; and c) By receiving experts, or instructors of India, in France for training missions. The specific activities to be performed by DGCA of India and the DGCA of France under this MOU will be carried out by mutual consent.

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Flight Trax - Indian Aviation

Starbucks to soon take Flight on Vistara

Don’t despair if you can’t make it to Starbucks before your flight takes off, Vistara customers can now get a cup on board

istara, has signed an MoU with Starbucks Coffee Company, the premier roaster and retailer of speciality coffee in the world, for offering refreshing coffee exclusively onboard all its flights operating in 17 destinations across India. With this partnership, coffee onboard will never be the same for Vistara’s Business and Premium Economy customers as they will be served with freshly brewed Starbucks coffee effective this year. This collaboration addresses the desire of flyers across India to have a better coffee experience and reflects Vistara’s longstanding commitment to create a distinctive premium experience for its customers by offering high-quality food and beverages onboard. Expressing his delight at the announcement, Vistara CEO, Phee Teik Yeoh said, “These are exciting times for Vistara. We continue to enhance our value proposition as our customer base increases. We are committed to provide our customers, a world-class inflight experience and I am proud to see Vistara partner with a global brand to enhance the beverage services onboard.” In a short span of 17 months, Vistara has rapidly grown its fleet and expanded its network across India. Catering to the growing demand, Vistara now serves 18 destinations including Port Blair with 487 weekly frequencies and connects India better with many via and connecting flights. By end of this year, Vistara’s current fleet will grow to thirteen aircraft, leading to introduction of new destinations and increased frequencies to the existing network offering more choices of departure and arrival to the customers. New strategic partnerships with airline and nonairline brands are in the pipeline which will further strengthen airline’s value proposition for its FFP (Club Vistara) members. Having already achieved the benchmark of flying more than two million customers, Vistara stands tall on its promise of delivering seamless travel experience to flyers with intuitive thoughtfulness.

Air India Now Flies to Hubli (Hubbali) Three Times a Week from Bengaluru

ir India commenced services to Hubli from 20th July from Bengaluru. The national carrier will operate with the service with ATR-72 regional transport aicraft. Air India’s tri-weekly service will operate on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Hubli, officially known as Hubballi, is the second largest city in Karnataka after Bengaluru and a prominent industrial hub and historical city of Karnataka.The name Hubballi means “Flowering creeper” in Kannada. Hubballi is a major city and is a famous industrial town. This historic town was known as Raya Hubballi and also as Elaya Puravada Halli during the ancient times. Crops including cotton, chilly and peanuts are grown aplenty in the surrounding rural agricultural areas, and Hubli

is a major trading centre for these commodities. The city transformed into an important commercial centre for trade in cotton and iron during the reign of the Vijaynagara empire. The city is noted for its handloom textile units and has many cotton ginning and processing mills. Software Technology park of India (STPI) in Hubballi has been operational from May 2001 and located in the IT Park - situated in the heart of the City. The twin cities of “Hubli-Dharwad” have been selected as one of the hundred Indian cities to be developed as smart cities under PM Narendra Modi’s flagship Smart Cities Mission. Hubli-Dharwad is also selected for Solar City / Green City Master Plans. The region of Hubballi-Dharwad has been ruled by the Chalukyas,

the Bahmani Sultanate, Vijaynagar Empire, Mughals, Marathas, Mysore kingdom and eventually the British creating a historical influence on it’s arts and literature since 12th Century AD. Hubballi has an amazing artistic touch which can be observed through its ancient temples built during the reign of the Chalukyas. It is also famous for its several Sufi dargahs. Hubballi-Dharwad twin city also has some of important monuments like churches, mosques, and monasteries that are worth a visit. Unkal lake is spread around 200 acres and is a popular picnic spot in Hubli-Dharwad. Navagraha Teertha one of the major pilgrim spot for the Jain community in India. Not to be missed are the delicious Pedas, the specialty of the district.

Bengaluru - Hubli - Bengaluru

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Flight No. AI9509 AI9510

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Arrival 1705 1835

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Flight Trax - Indian Aviation

Vistara Celebrates First Anniversary of

ndia’s fastest growing full service carrier, Vistara celebrated the first anniversary of its operations to Bengaluru. The service, which commenced on 16 June 2015, has flown close to 90,000 customers in its first year. Starting with one daily flight from Bengaluru, the airline has expanded its operations to thrice daily to Delhi and once daily to Mumbai from the city. The services have been operated by the carrier’s brand new, three class Airbus A320 aircraft. Kempegowda International Airport was the site of a celebration for Vistara and the Vistara team in Bengaluru celebrated the occasion with a community-giving initiative. 20 children from the orphanage,

its Service from Bengaluru

Miracle Ministry Trust, got the exciting experience of an airport tour with Mr. Phee Teik Yeoh, CEO, Vistara organized by the airline’s staff. Other activities included decorated gates, anniversary cake and personal greetings to customers by the CEO himself. As India’s third most populous city and the top destination for IT exports from the country, Bengaluru is naturally the most visited city in India for business travel. It, hence, offers ample potential for Vistara making it a strategically vital metropolis in its growing network. With four daily frequencies from Bengaluru, it is now, without doubt, the third most important destination in India for the

airline. Since Vistara commenced its operations in Bengaluru, Vistara has consistently maintained a high ontime performance averaging 91.36% from this airport which has been much appreciated by its customers. The first anniversary of airline’s operations in Bengaluru comes a month after Vistara received Pinnacle Award as the Best Debut Airline by Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL). In a short span of 17 months, Vistara has rapidly grown its fleet and expanded its network across India. Catering to the growing demand, Vistara now serves 17 destinations with 457 weekly frequencies and connects India better with many via and connecting flights.

Indira Gandhi International Airport selects

Rockwell Collins to provide First Mobile common use Check-in Platform in India

Rockwell Collins has announced the implementation of Rockwell Collins’ new ARINC vMUSE mobile passenger processing solution at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI). IGI India’s busiest airport and the largest in South Asia, is the first airport to implement the solution. ARINC vMUSE mobile enables airline and ground handling agents to utilize a tablet-based application to check in passengers from anywhere in an airport. Key reasons IGI selected ARINC vMUSE mobile include: w Providing the airport with a cost effective way to accommodate its rapid growth without additional infrastructure. w Enabling the airport to help airlines reduce queues during winter months when weather can cause irregular operations due to flight disruptions. w Providing a specialized check-in tool that enables airlines to offer an added level of service, like off airport check in or seat upgrades, for elite passengers. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 21

Mahindra to Make Parts for

Airbus Helicopters AS565 MBe Panther Rotorcraft

irbus Helicopters announced in July that it has awarded a contract to Mahindra Aerostructures to make airframe parts for the AS565 MBe Panther. These parts will be produced at the Mahindra facility in Bengaluru and will be shipped directly to the Airbus Helicopter production line in Marignane, France. From here they will be integrated with the rest of the airframe assembly and will form a critical part of the Panthers sold worldwide. “We are playing an active role in the development of a helicopterfocused Indian industrial ecosystem, and are embedding Indian suppliers into our global supply chain,” said Fabrice Cagnat, Director - Make in India, Airbus Helicopters. “The contract will allow us to qualify Mahindra Aerostructures as a Tier 1 supplier, establish a manufacturing relationship with them on the Panther, and also lay the ground work for a rapid acceleration in terms of

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industrializing production in India, in case we are selected for the Naval Utility Helicopter programme,” he added.

“We believe this manufacturing relationship will allow us to demonstrate the quality and competitiveness of Mahindra Aerostructures to Airbus Helicopters. We are already committed to become a trusted partner and supplier to the Airbus Group for airframe parts and assemblies. This contract with Airbus Helicopters signals our further commitment to work with them to develop a robust Indian ecosystem for both design and build capabilities in aerospace,” said Arvind Mehra, Executive Director & CEO, Mahindra Aerospace.

Mahindra Aerostructures is the first Indian company to receive a direct manufacturing contract from Airbus Helicopters as a Tier 1 supplier. This work package is the first amongst a series of work packages which would embed Mahindra Group firmly in the Airbus Helicopters’ global supply chain and bind the two companies in a long-term ‘Make in India’ partnership. Airbus Helicopters and Mahindra Defence are in the process of forming a joint venture to target India’s military helicopter programmes such as the Naval Utility Helicopter, the Naval Multi-Role Helicopter and the Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopter. The AS565 MBe Panther is competing for the Naval Utility Helicopter programme. In case the Indian Government selects the Panther, Airbus Helicopters will establish India as a global hub for Panther production in partnership with Mahindra Defence.

Lockheed Martin CEO Underscores Commitment to India

Cites India Innovation Growth Programme as Effective Partnership in Action

ockheed Martin’s commitment to the Indian government’s strategic ‘Make in India’ policy, the national ‘Skills Initiative’ and to working with industrial partners in India to expand its business footprint was a feature of discussions involving the Corporation’s Chairman, President and CEO Marillyn Hewson during a visit to New Delhi. Meeting with political leaders, senior government officials and leading Indian industrialists, Hewson highlighted Lockheed Martin’s sponsorship of the India Innovation Growth Programme (IIGP) as an example of effective partnership in action. Backed by Lockheed Martin since 2007, IIGP is a partnership involving industry and academia in both India and the United States. It has underpinned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Start Up India’ call by supporting more than 400 innovators and start-up companies since launch.

Speaking at a dinner to celebrate the success of the IIGP as it enters its 10th year, Hewson said: “We’re very proud to be a part of a programme to harness innovation and promote growth. It’s a natural endeavour for a global technology company like Lockheed Martin and an important way that we are able to contribute to the economic success of a nation where we’ve done business for many decades.”

“As we continue to build on the momentum and traction gained in India over the past 25 years, Lockheed Martin has proven expertise leveraging our innovative technologies to help engineer success with our customers and partners,” said Hewson. “I look forward to growing our 25-year story in India and to establishing greater and more meaningful partnerships that will help grow the Indian economy and community.” Lockheed Martin reached a major milestone in 2011, with the formation of the first private U.S. defense industry partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Limited. Today, every S-92 helicopter that Lockheed Martin delivers to customers around the world has a cabin that has been manufactured and assembled by Tata in Hyderabad and every C-130J that rolls off the company’s assembly line in the United States has an entire tail section made in India. The C-130J is the workhorse of the Indian Air Force, which operates five aircraft today and has an additional six on order.

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Aviators Air Rescue

Leading the way for HEMS in India

When it comes to transporting an injured or critically ill patient from the site to a hospital in the midst of heavy traffic and over long distances, especially in remote areas, the utility of the air ambulance and helicopter emergency medical services is unparalleled. In the month of June, Aviators Air Rescue, the Bengaluru based pioneer of HEMS services in India announced that imminent launch of Air Ambulance services in India. The rollout of Aviators Air Rescueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new service follows the recent release by the Indian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) of regulatory guidelines for the operation of helicopter EMS in India. The new guidelines will allow the use of single-engine, dual-pilot helicopters.

ith the support of Airbus Helicopters and Air Medical Group Holdings, we will provide India with top-notch air medical services that will be affordable and accessible for everyone. These services will be on par with the established HEMS operations in the US and Europe,â&#x20AC;? said Captain Arun Sharma, Managing Director of Aviators Air Rescue. Aviators Air Rescue will be partnered by Air Medical Group Holdings a leading U.S. Air Medical Service provider to initiate the first dedicated HEMS operations in India using new Airbus Helicopters H130s. The first H130 is expected to be delivered to Aviators in the second half of 2016, with the other two aircraft to follow soon after. The H130s are now undergoing completion at Airbus Helicopters Inc.

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The H130 Helicopter will be equipped with specialized air medical equipment packages configured for emergency transportation of patients, organs, neo-natal units and other time-critical medical missions. They will be dedicated solely to medical transport missions.

The new venture will primarily be run by Aviators Air Rescue management, with technical expertise and standards provided by AMGH. “AMGH is delighted to join Aviators in launching the first helicopter EMS service in India,” said AMGH CEO Fred Buttrell. “Our company, focused on serving those in their critical time of need with our aviation and medical personnel, has set the standard for solution oriented, safe and high-quality air medical transport services in the U.S. market. We will join with Aviators and bring that same level of life-saving service to the people of India.” Headquartered in Dallas, Texas Air Medical Group Holdings Inc., is a leading provider of air ambulance programs throughout the United States and transports more than 80,000 patients annually through its subsidiaries, which include three helicopter EMS providers: MedTrans Corp; Air Evac Life Team, and Reach Air Medical Services.

“It is an honour that Aviators and world-renowned Air Medical Group Holdings have put their faith in our helicopter to rescue Indian lives threatened by emergency medical situations. We will bring to bear our global expertise in medical helicopters and our India-based support and services team to ensure that these H130s are always ready to respond to a call,” said Xavier Hay, President of Airbus Helicopters India. The Aviators Air

Rescue HEMS service will be of vital aid when the time factor is vital for the survival and recovery of patients who need urgent medical assistance, a factor often referred to as the ‘Golden Hour’. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 27

“The Aviators Air Rescue Service Delivery Model provides Air Ambulances for Medical rescue supported by a network of local hospitals and Ground ambulances,” says Captain Arun Sharma, MD Aviators. “This ensures that the Subscriber gets end-to-end emergency care right from the first medical contact until admission into a Tertiary Centre,” he adds. In Phase 1 of operations, three helicopters are planned to be inducted and the start of commercial operations is expected to take place by first week of October 2016. Five states are planned to be covered in the first phase for Air Ambulance operations and initial services will be day operations only. In Phase 2 of operations, the goal is to cover all of India with additional seven helicopters. Day night operations are also expected to begin in the second phase. To cater for the needs of patient transport all over the country, fixed wing aircraft will be added to support those in need of the services across the country. Importantly, the pace of regulatory approval is now receiving attention at the highest levels, with the understanding of the need for separate regulations for HEMS recognizing the Golden Hour. Effective May 01, 2016 DGCA has provided very clear guidelines for HEMS operations and these guidelines match worldwide standards of operation both for day and night operations. 28 | Aviators | July - September 2016

How a Life Saving Flight is Made m Pilots are at standby at the helicopter base. m Once call is received by the call center and determined that air lift is required, the helicopter is activated. m Airborne time is 6-7 mins. m Range is 600 kms. m Can reach 125 kms in 30 mins. m Patient is picked up from pre-determined landing sites m First and last mile is coordinated with partner hospital Ground Ambulance resources. The situation as it exists presently is that in the event air ambulance support or evacuation is required, the hapless family members have to first locate a helicopter or aircraft through a hospital or broker or service provider. They then have to negotiate the total cost and make advance payment + margin. The complete financial transactions, pertaining to the service have to be completed before the aircraft even takes off, and huge costs place an enormous burden on those involved. Also the entire purpose of an urgent emergency medical evacuation is diluted due to the time that is spent in completing the formalities. The costs run into lakhs of rupees for a jet aircraft or turboprop aircraft. Aviators Air Rescue will operate three H130s from Airbus Helicopters Inc., acquired by AMGH. “We are extremely proud that AMGH has chosen Airbus Helicopters to support this bold international undertaking and has selected the H130 as the aircraft of choice to launch the first airborne EMS services in India,” said Chris Emerson, President of Airbus Helicopters Inc. “The entire Airbus Helicopters team appreciates this endorsement by AMGH, and we will support this new endeavour in every way required to ensure its success.” The industry-leading air medical helicopters are being delivered by Airbus Helicopters on a tight delivery timeline to meet AMGH’s schedule requirements. Pilot and crew training for the new helicopters will be conducted by Airbus Helicopters Inc. in Grand Prairie. Airbus Helicopters India will provide service and support for the aircraft in the country. AMGH and Aviators have options to acquire additional helicopters for use in this venture The H130 is considered the global reference for single-engine helicopter air ambulance missions. It has a wide, unobstructed cabin with large hinged and sliding doors for rapid loading and unloading of stretchers and allows medical personnel easy and unobstructed access to care for patients. Low internal sound levels and the flat cabin floor offer a suitable environment to install both sensitive and bulky medical equipment. Apart from the two pilots, the H130 can accommodate one stretcher, two medical attendants, and one additional seat.

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A New Era Dawns

Government Unveils

NEW CIVIL AVIATION POLICY A

n important step has been taken towards the revitalisation of the civil aviation sector in India, with the release of the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016, by the Minister of Civil Aviation Shri P. Ashok Gajapathi Raju. It is the first time since India’s independence that an integrated Civil Aviation Policy will be implemented. Speaking on the occasion Shri Raju said that the centre-piece of the policy is to make regional air connectivity a reality. He said that the policy aims to take flying to the masses by making it affordable and convenient, establish an integrated eco-system which will lead to significant growth of the civil aviation sector to promote tourism, employment and balanced regional growth, enhance regional connectivity through fiscal support and infrastructure development and enhance ease of doing business through deregulation, simplified procedures and e-governance. The numbers speak for themselves with regards to the future of India’s civil aviation sector. The growth of civil aviation in India is also sure to boost growth in the charter and general aviation industry as well. By the year 2022, a mere six years from now, India is expected to make the leap from its position as the 9th largest civil aviation market in the world to the 3rd largest. Airports having scheduled commercial flights will also increase from 77 presently to 127 by 2019 and Cargo volumes will increase by 4 times to 10 million tonnes by 2027. Government of India (GoI) has granted ‘’in-principle’’ approval for setting up of 14 Greenfield airports namely, Mopa in Goa; Navi Mumbai, Shirdi and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra; Shimoga, Gulbarga, Hassan and Bijapur in Karnataka; Kannur in Kerala; Pakyong in Sikkim; Datia/Gwalior (Cargo) in Madhya Pradesh; Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh; Karaikal in Puducherry; and Dholera in Gujarat. Further, Government has laid down Route Dispersal Guidelines (RDG) of air transport services taking into account the need for air transport services of different regions of the country. However, it is up to the airlines to provide services to different regions depending on their commercial viability subject to compliance of RDG. 30 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Indian Civil Aviation Some of the key aspects of the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016 are: • Taking flying to masses – Enabling Indians to fly at Rs. 2,500 per hour under Regional Connectivity Scheme at unserved airports • Requirement of 5 years of domestic flying for starting international operations removed • Flexible and liberalized ‘open skies’ and ‘code share’ agreements • Incentives to MRO sector to develop as hub for South Asia • Ensuring availability of quality certified 3.3 lakh skilled personnel by 2025 • Development of green-field airports and heliports • Enhancing ease of doing business through deregulation, simplified procedures and e-governance • Promoting ‘Make in India’ in Civil Aviation Sector.

Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) The Government has thrown its might behind the Regional Connectivity Scheme, which has the potential to be a game changer not only with regards to regional travel for commuter airlines but also for general and charter aviation services which can piggy back on the growth in this sector and improved availability of regional airports. The scheme is expected to come into effect in the second quarter of 2016-17 and the Government has fixed an airfare of about Rs 2500 (USD 40) per passenger for a one-hour flight. The reduced fares will be made possible by the revival of airstrips/airports as No-Frills Airports at an indicative cost of Rs.50 crore to Rs100 crore and demand driven selection of Airports/airstrips for revival in consultation with State Govts and airlines. The Government will also offer viability Gap Funding (VGF) to airline operators. Importantly, the Government has said that RCS will be available only in those states which reduce VAT on ATF to 1% or less, provide other support services and 20% of VGF. Apart from this the Government is offering, concessions by stakeholders, no airport charges, reduced Service tax on tickets (on 10% of the taxable value) for 1 year initially and reduced Excise duty at 2% on ATF picked at RCS airports. It has also directed that State governments will provide police and fire services free of cost. Power, water and other utilities at concessional rates. The VGF to be shared between MoCA and State Governments in the ratio of 80:20. For the North Eastern States, the ratio is 90:10.

5/20 Requirement

The Government has also scrapped the much criticised 5/20 rule, which required an airline to complete five years of domestic flying and build a fleet of 20 aircraft before flying abroad. This has now been replaced with a scheme

which provides a level playing field and all airlines can now commence international operations provided that they deploy 20 aircraft or 20% of total capacity (in term of average number of seats on all departures put together), whichever is higher for domestic operations.

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Indian Civil Aviation Helicopters and Charters

• Separate regulations for helicopters will be notified by DGCA after due stakeholder consultation • MoCA to coordinate with Govt agencies and other helicopter operators to facilitate Helicopter Emergency Medical Services • Helicopters will be free to fly from point to point without prior ATC clearance in airspace below 5000 feet and areas other than controlled or prohibited or restricted airspace • Airport charges for helicopter operations will be suitably rationalized • The existing policy of allowing Inclusive tour package charters will be further reviewed to include more categories of passenger charter flights recognised globally.

Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul The MRO business of Indian carriers is around Rs 5000 crore, 90% of which is currently spent outside India. In the budget for 2016-17, customs duty has been rationalised and the procedure for clearance of goods simplified. The procedure for clearance of goods simplified, in particular duty on tools and tool kits. Further incentives proposed in the policy to give a push to this sector: MoCA will persuade State Governments to make VAT zero- rated on MRO activities, Provision for adequate land for MRO service providers will be made in all future airport/heliport projects where potential for such MRO services exists, Airport royalty and additional charges will not be levied on MRO service providers for a period of five years from the date of approval of the policy

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Ground Handling Policy

• The Ground Handling Policy/ Instructions/Regulations will be replaced by a new framework: • The airport operator will ensure that there will be three Ground Handling Agencies (GHA) including Air India’s subsidiary/JV at all major airports as defined in AERA Act • At non-major airports, the airport operator to decide on the number of ground handling agencies, based on the traffic output, airside and terminal building capacity • All domestic scheduled airline operators including helicopter operators will be free to carry out selfhandling at all airports through their regular employees • Hiring of employees through manpower supplier or contract • Workers will not be permitted for security reasons

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Column Increased Momentum

Much Needed Reforms for India’s Civil Aviation Growth

Pulak Sen Founder Secretary General (MRO Association of India)

ndia is an emerging global player in the area of aviation. At present it is ranked 10th in the world in terms of number of passengers, the country has the potential to be among the global top three nations in terms of domestic and international passenger traffic. Realising this potential, the current Government has formulated a National Civil Aviation Policy 2016 with due consultation with Industry stakeholders. It was a time taking but through process to establish the priority areas of focus and the remedies to fuel them. It is the best thing that the Indian Civil Aviation Industry saw in the last decade. The aim of the Government is to provide an ecosystem for the harmonised growth of various aviation subsectors, i.e. Airlines, Airports, Cargo, Maintenance Repairs and Overhaul (MRO), General Aviation, Regional Connectivity, Aerospace Manufacturing, Skill Development, etc. The NCAP has suggested a slew of reforms for each subsector. As it is not possible to focus on each subsector, this article will focus on three areas of the NCAP: MRO; Regional Connectivity; and Skill Development. Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) The much neglected sector in Indian Civil Aviation for ages was MRO. NACP 2016 has rectified this anomaly with lots of reforms. The Indian Commercial MRO business is around US$ 750-800 million, 90% of which is currently spent outside India – in Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia, UAE etc. The Government is keen to develop India as an MRO hub in Asia, attracting business from foreign airlines. Business aviation and military aviation together account for close to another US$ 1.2 billion. However, we will keep our focus on Commercial Aviation. 34 | Aviators | July - September 2016

The reforms in the NACP include: a) The tools and tool-kits used by the MRO have been exempted from Customs duty. The exemption shall be given on the basis of list the tools and tool kits certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation approved Quality Managers of aircraft maintenance organisations. b) MROs were required to provide proof of their requirements of parts, or orders from their client airlines. The process for the clearance of the parts has been brought in line with that of the tool –kits for a one time certification by DGCA approved Quality Managers in MRO’s. c) To enable economies of scale, the restriction of one year for utilisation of duty free parts has been extended to three years. d) To allow import of unserviceable parts including aircraft components like engines and landing gears by MROs for providing exchange / advance exchange, the concerned notification has been revised to enable advance export of serviceable parts. e) Foreign aircraft brought to India for MRO work will be allowed to stay for the entire period of maintenance or up to 6 months, whichever is lesser, provided it undertakes no commercial flights during the stay period. The aircraft may, however, carry passengers in the flights at the beginning and end of the stay period in India. For stay beyond 6 months, DGCA’s permission will be required.

Column The following steps are also being proposed for ease of doing business and to provide further incentive to this sector: a) Foreign MRO/OEM experts will be provided visas promptly, and in cases of an Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situation, Temporary Landing Permits shall be issued, subject to conditions. b) Foreign pilots operating an aircraft to and from India for the purpose of servicing at an Indian MRO entity will be issued Temporary Landing Permits, subject to conditions. c) Airport Entry Passes (AEPs) for MROs will be need based and not restricted if required conditions are met. d) MoCA will persuade State Governments to make VAT zero-rated on MRO activities. e) Provision for adequate land for MRO service providers will be made in all future airport/heliport projects where potential for such MRO services exists. f) Airport royalty and additional charges will not be levied on MRO service providers for a period of five years from the date of approval of the policy. These all reforms are not enough to fuel the growth of the Indian MRO sector. It will only see a huge revival if the Government bring zero-rated Service Tax and later same with GST.

The MoCA has prepared a Draft Regional Connectivity Policy, which is up for public consultation and it is expected to come to force by second quarter 2017-18. The RCS will be a game changer for the Indian Civil Aviation Industry. Skill Development The growth of Civil Aviation in the country has been hamstrung by the shortage of appropriate skills required in different sectors of civil aviation. To address this vital need of the industry the Government is taking serious steps to build an employable skilled and semi-skilled bank of work force in the country through the Aerospace and Aviation Sector Skill Council (AASSC), an independent body which functions under the National Skill Development Corporation. AASSC has engaged a reputed consulting firm to prepare the occupational map; Identification of job roles; and, development of National Occupational Standards (NOS). The process is on to identify entry-level jobs in the aerospace industry in five key areas such as manufacturing, design & development, airline, airports and MRO. After this process a curriculum would be set-up for every skill set and training will commence once the NOS is notified by Government of India and the courses will be accredited by NSDC & AASSC. If the Indian Civil Aviation players can leverage the NACP to their benefit, aviation will grow in the country in an exponential manner.

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Rotor Trade

Growth Aspirations

Rotortrade Continues to See Strong Growth in 2016

ingapore based helicopter services provider, Rotortrade Services which commenced operations in 2013, with a group of highly experienced experts from the rotorcraft industry has quickly established itself as a leading helicopter services firm in the region. Rotortrade commenced operations in 2016 on a strong note with seven completed transactions, despite challenging market conditions and has succeeded in remaining busy in the months that followed. Rotortrade Services is the exclusive worldwide distributor of all helicopters under trade in with Leonardo Helicopters (ex AW). The company has emerged as a serious contender in the pre-owned helicopter market and Rotortrade buys and sells private and commercial helicopters across missions from all leading manufacturers such as Leonardo Helicopters (ex AW), Airbus Helicopters, Bell and Sikorsky, as well as independently. Rotortrade is now in the midst of an aggressive expansion drive globally and recently welcomed, Milan, Italy headquartered 4Aviation in its network. 4Aviation is now RTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; exclusive franchise network representative for Italy and South Africa. 4AVIATION has been providing global fixed wing and rotary wing services since 2005 and over the last three years, it has concentrated its efforts on the helicopter business procuring, selling and leasing more than 20 units in the last 3 years. In 2014 Macquarie Rotorcraft Leasing appointed 4AVIATION as its Marketing Contractor for Europe and Asia. The firms proven dry leasing capability offers 4Aviation a strategic integration to the sale of helicopters. Rotortrade has also tasted success in China and bagged its first deal in the country shortly after inception. In March this year, Rotortrade China has signed and delivered a AS350-B3 within weeks of commencing operations in the country, thanks to its partnership with General Dynamic Aero Tech Company. RT and RTChina are strongly focussed on being able to find the right aircraft for its customers Rotortrade also has a strong presence in Malaysia and successfully concluded the sale and delivery of 3 helicopters H120 (formerly EC 120) to Gading Kasturi Sdn Bhd, in a very challenging timeframe, in the beginning of the year. Gading Sdn Bhd selected Rotortrade in late 2015 to help to find, buy, and retrofit 3 EC-120 helicopters for its fleet. To be used for training of Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) pilots at the Kolej Tentera Udara in Alor Setar airbase, the three helicopters have been retrofitted with dual EFIS avionics. 36 | Aviators | July - September 2016

The EC-120 helicopters will replace the obsolete Sud Aviation Alouette III which have been in service for nearly 30 years. Gading Kasturi Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian helicopter operator who provides trading and leasing helicopter services. The RMAF awarded Gading Kasturi Sdn. Bhd. (GKSB) a six year-contract for leasing, total engineering & logistics support to five Airbus EC 120B helicopters. The RM120M contract was announced during last LIMA 2015 exhibition. To meet the RMAFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s requirements, Gading plans to acquire up to seven aircraft in the coming months. In May, Rotortrade presented its wholly owned Airbus AS365 N3 at the first edition of the Cannes Collection, at Vieux Port de Cannes, a unique event dedicated to luxury goods and services. The event featured a curated selection of some of the finest helicopters, super yachts, prestige cars, real estate, fine watches, etc available worldwide

Rotortrade Services

Pre-Purchase Inspection & Evaluation Rotortrade provides expert pre-purchase inspections for a wide range of aircraft and has a proven track record in evaluating pre-owned machines. Many private and commercial operators as well as major helicopter manufacturers use Rotortrade pre- purchase services. Maintenance & Retrofit Management When buying or selling a pre-owned aircraft making sure the helicopter is airworthy, safe and matching perfectly operational requirements often requires work big or small. Be it a simple paintjob and new interior or a complex avionics upgrade requiring an STC and local authority approval, Rotortrade manages the entire process at the most competitive prices. Airframe & Engine Warranty Rotortrade Services has the enviable position of providing OEM warranty on pre- owned AgustaWestland helicopters. Rotortrade has also developed with Turbomeca a new warranty service for pre-owned Turbomeca turbines.

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EASA Certification for Dassault’s Ultra Long

Range Falcon 8X

“Feedback from the operational trials - cabin comfort, air conditioning, and in particular cabin noise - was excellent and indicate the aircraft is poised for a flawless service entry,” said Olivier Villa, Senior Vice President, Dassault Aviation Civil Aircraft. 38 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Dassault Aviation’s new flagship, the 6,450 nm Falcon 8X, received certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), on June 28, paving the way for service introduction of the big new trijet. Receipt of the approval is right in line with the established program schedule. FAA certification is expected in the coming weeks, with entry into service in the early fourth quarter. “We’ve broken new ground with the 8X,” said Eric Trappier, Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO. “Not only did we meet customer demand for an aircraft combining increased range and cabin volume with the technological prowess of the popular 7X, but we were able to get it to market fully mature and tested in a remarkably short period of time, and exactly within our production schedule.” In late April, Falcon 8X s/n 03 completed a global proving tour designed to demonstrate aircraft capabilities under different conditions of operation with a particular focus on cabin comfort and connectivity. The 65-flight 55,000 nm campaign took the aircraft to 46 destinations, from North, Central and South America to Europe, the Middle East, China and Southeast Asia. Missions varied in length, from 18 minutes to 14 hours, including ultra-long range flights from Singapore and Sao Paulo to Paris and from New York to Abu Dhabi. The aircraft experienced a full range of flight conditions, from hot weather and extreme cold (-33°C) to extra high and low humidity environments. A total of 26 test and operational pilots took part in the tests, along with more than 60 engineers, technicians and flight attendants. The three aircraft used in the flight test program are now being redeployed following the completion of the flight test and certification campaign, which totalled over 830 hours over 400 flights. S/n 01 will be used to certify Dassault’s revolutionary FalconEye Combined Vision System (CVS) on the 8X and to gain approval for its use in Dual Head Up Display configuration. Dassault’s FalconEye is the first HUD in the industry to blend synthetic and enhanced vision capabilities, offering unprecedented situational awareness. Its utilization in Dual HUD mode will be another first in business aviation. The two approvals are anticipated in the fourth quarter 2016 and late 2017 respectively. Meanwhile, production is continuing to ramp up to meet growing demand for the aircraft. Serial number 26 is currently in final assembly at the Dassault’s Mérignac production plant near Bordeaux. 12 aircraft are already in cabin outfitting at the company’s Little Rock, Arkansas completion facility. 8X Follows Traditions of Performance and Efficiency Derived from the popular Falcon 7X, the ultra-long range Falcon 8X was unveiled in May 2014 at the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition and first flew on February 6, 2015. The 8X will offer the greatest range and the longest cabin of any Falcon, allowing it to fly passengers comfortably from Beijing to New York, Hong Kong to London or Moscow to Los Angeles nonstop. It will also share the 7X’s exceptional operating economy and short-field performance. In addition to the quietest cabin and the most advanced digital flight control system in business aviation, the new trijet will feature the largest selection of standard cabin configurations of any large business jet. Since the rollout of the first Falcon 20 in 1963, over 2,400 Falcon jets have been delivered. Dassault offers a range of six business jets from the twin-engine 3,350 nm large-cabin Falcon 2000S to its new flagship, the tri-engine 6,450 nm ultra-long range Falcon 8X. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 39

Cessna Delivers Milestone 7,000th

itation as NetJets’ First itation Latitude

“The Cessna and NetJets relationship extends more than 20 years and our newest certified business jet is a perfect fit for their operations,” said Scott Ernest, President and CEO, Textron Aviation.

essna Aircraft Company, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, delivered the first fractional Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jet to NetJets, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company on June 27. The delivery represents significant milestones for both NetJets and the Citation product line. This aircraft represents the 7,000th Citation delivered worldwide, reinforcing the Citation family as the established leader in business jet travel. To celebrate this milestone delivery, NetJets and Textron Aviation held a special ceremony at Textron Aviation headquarters in Wichita. During the ceremony, NetJets announced that due to owners’ great response to the Latitude, the company has added 50 more options to its initial order placed in 2012, bringing its total order and options up to 200 aircraft. “The Citation Latitude’s performance and value proposition equates to increased productivity for NetJets’ owners, while giving them large-cabin amenities at a 40 | Aviators | July - September 2016

midsize cost. We are thrilled the aircraft has become one of the fastest selling aircraft in NetJets’ history.” NetJets has been operating two demonstrator aircraft throughout the United States and Europe to showcase the Citation Latitude to NetJets owners ahead of the aircraft entering its fleet. “The Citation Latitude business jet gives our owners and their guests best-in-class performance, size and comfort in the midsize category. As the newest NetJets offering, the Citation Latitude is a great addition to our fleet of the world’s best aircraft,” said Adam Johnson, CEO, NetJets. “With the Latitude, we will continue giving owners unparalleled service and safety, while advancing our long term relationship with Textron Aviation.” NetJets’ first Latitude is expected to enter into service in July and will be part of the fractional provider’s North American fleet that includes four other Cessna models: Citation Encore/Encore+, Citation Excel/XLS, Citation Sovereign and Citation X aircraft.

With a maximum range of 2,850 nautical miles, the Citation Latitude can fly non-stop from key U.S. cities such as Los Angeles to New York and Chicago to San Francisco. With a flat floor and six feet of cabin height, the Latitude affords the most open, spacious, bright and refined cabin environment in the midsize category. Improving cabin comfort for passengers and crew alike, the Latitude features a new cabin cooling system and a new pressurization system. The system provides a 5,950-foot cabin altitude when the aircraft is at its maximum operating altitude of 45,000 feet, allowing owners to arrive at their destinations feeling more refreshed.

“Throughout the years, the Citation line has evolved to meet the growing needs of our customers and their missions,” Ernest said. “Smart innovation and continuous product investments define our Citation models today. From our leadership in the light jet category with our classleading Citation M2, CJ3+ and CJ4, up to our latest introduction of the revolutionary super-midsize Citation Longitude, we are pairing decades of

7000th Citation

Citation aircraft, now with 7,000 delivered, are the most popular line of business jets in the world. With more than 35 million flight hours – far more than any of its competitors – Citation aircraft allow customers to expand their business reach. Since Cessna delivered its first Citation in 1972, the Citation brand continues to set the standard in the business jet market. Citation jets are renowned for their ability to combine reliability, efficiency and comfort with advanced technology and class-leading performance. This unique combination has resulted in a level of unparalleled quality Citation operators around the globe have come to know and value.

proven reliability and performance with the latest technology into the broadest product line-up of jets in the industry.” Each of Cessna’s Citation models is designed to strike an enviable balance between high performance, comfort and cost-efficient operation. No other family of business jets offers such a seamless progression of aircraft with extraordinary capabilities for the value proposition. There are

currently eight Citation models in production including the Citation Mustang, Citation M2, Citation CJ3+, Citation CJ4, Citation XLS+, Citation Latitude, Citation Sovereign+ and Citation X+. The company’s latest Citations in development include the super-midsize Citation Longitude, on schedule to fly this summer, and the Citation Hemisphere, Cessna’s entry into the large-cabin market and planned to fly in 2019.

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SUKHOI Unveils SportJet Evgeny Andrachnikov, Senior Vice President of Commerce at Sukhoi Civil Aircraft, says:

‘In elite sports, where fractions of seconds and inches are of decisive importance, every detail matters in affecting the shape of the athlete. Today, to achieve the best results you need new technology and approaches, including those that increase the flight quality and, hence, the physique and morale of athletes. We are sure that flights for professional sports teams on sportjets will eventually become an integral part of the air transportation market’.

ukhoi Civil Aircraft introduced the concept of a new aircraft designed to fly professional sports teams, SportJet by Sukhoi at the Farnborough International Airshow 2016. The airliner is scheduled for release and certification in 2018 and the SportJet by Sukhoi will be the third product in the range of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft alongside the Sukhoi Superjet 100 and Sukhoi Business Jet concepts. The SportJet concept is based on the expertise and technology of Sukhoi Superjet 100, enhanced by innovative medical and IT solutions developed in cooperation with sports physicians, experts and managers. It creates a home field advantage in the air, allowing athletes to rest and recover. The SportJet aims to reduce the impact of flights, jet lag, hypoxia, 42 | Aviators | July - September 2016

dehydration, stress on the body and aerophobia that affect professional athletes from various sports. According to Sukhoi Civil Aircraft officials, the sports air transportation market now exceeds USD 600 million per year. Among the potential customers SportJet by Sukhoi are national sports federations, professional sports clubs, individuals and businesses. Custom aircraft versions will be developed for professional teams in sports as football, hockey, basketball and rugby, as well as a solution for customers from business aviation, emphasizing its ties with the sport and paying particular attention to health issues. The aircraft is easily customisable based on the client’s needs.

Business Aviation The layout of SportJet by Sukhoi will feature four functional zones: the flight zone of the first team, the recovery zone, the coaching zone and administrative area. One of the know-hows of the first-team zone will be SMART chairs that allow not only to rest comfortably almost entirely in a horizontal position, but also to continuously monitor the body condition. Thanks to integrated biomedical gadgets, the stats on dehydration, hypoxia, stress, heart rate, etc. are at your fingertips, so you can timely react to keep the situation under control. The chairs for athletes are complemented will air straps, the world’s first diagnostic devices that are worn during the flight. The straps monitor an athlete’s functional state and continuously displays an individual air adaptation index. SMART chairs and air straps are equipped with wireless transmitters that send data to the central monitor of a scientific expert from a support group and athletes’ mobile devices. The recovery zone is meant to be the sports and medical centre on board the aircraft. The AeroScan diagnostic capsule gives comprehensive info on all the athlete’s physiological indicators. In addition, the athletes will be able to have a training session and to warm up during the flight. This zone will also feature a unique system for physical therapy, including cryotherapy, myostimulation, press and lymphatic drainage, and massage. Besides, it will help transport injured athletes.

The aircraft will be equipped with other devices, too, that make flights more comfortable and allow to rationally use the time on board. Among them are tools that determine the body’s hydration level; adaptive lighting which reduces the impact of jet lag; and Be Ready To Win, a multimedia system with motivational programs, video analysis of matches and theoretical training.

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Embraer Executive Jets

Delivers First Phenom 100E to Etihad Flight College

Embraer Executive Jets has delivered the first Phenom 100E to Etihad Flight College, a whollyowned subsidiary of Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft arrived yesterday in the city of Al Ain, base of the flight school established to train abinitio pilots for the airline’s rapidly expanding fleet.

esigned for high utilization with a pilot-friendly cockpit and docile flying qualities, the Phenom 100E has been considered an obvious choice by airlines for preparing its cadets for multi-engine jet operations”, said Marco Tulio Pellegrini, President and CEO, Embraer Executive Jets. “I’m glad to start deliveries of the Phenom 100E to Etihad Flight College, which will be the first flight school to use the aircraft in the initial phase of flying training.” Embraer and Etihad Flight College announced a contract for four Embraer Phenom 100E in June 2015. A second Phenom 100E is scheduled to arrive at the flight college’s base later this month. Two additional jets will be delivered in early 2017.

“The Phenom 100E is an exciting new asset for Etihad Flight College. The airline-grade technology, performance and reliability make the Phenom an ideal initial training aircraft to prepare our students for line operations,” said Philip Chandler, Etihad Flight College’s General Manager. “Our flight college is a world-class training facility, producing a constant stream of well trained, highly-skilled pilots – the majority of whom are Emirati – for the growing operations of Etihad Airways.” 44 | Aviators | July - September 2016

Embraer currently has over 20 Phenom 100E orders for flight training proposes, including options. Recently, the aircraft was also selected to provide multi-engine pilot training to armed forces aircrew — Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and British Army — in the United Kingdom. The contract with Affinity Flight Training Services (AFTS) will provide five aircraft to the U.K Ministry of Defence’s Military Flying Training System, (UKMFTS) program. The Phenom 100E, Embraer’s first clean-sheet design light jet, which revolutionized the entry-level market, is also used by flight schools in the US, Finland and Australia for pilot training and instruction. A fleet of over 330 Phenom 100s is in operation worldwide.

The Phenom 100E has a four-occupant range of 1,178 nautical miles (2,182 km), with NBAA IFR reserves. With a highspeed cruise of 390 knots, the Phenom 100E is one of the fastest jets in its class, with operating costs comparable to that of leading turboprop aircraft. The Phenom 100E also features multi-function spoilers, and the aircraft is capable of flying at 41,000 feet (12,500 m), powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F-E engines with 1,695 pounds of thrust each.

Gulfstream G500 Makes European Debut at

Farnborough International Airshow G

ulfstream Aerospace Corp.’s all-new G500 made its European debut this week, traveling across the Atlantic to participate in the Gulfstream static display at the 2016 Farnborough International Airshow. The G500 flew nonstop from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport to Farnborough Airport in 6 hours and 55 minutes, accomplishing the 3,732-nauticalmile/6,912-kilometer flight at an average speed of Mach 0.90 and altitude of 45,000 feet/13,716 meters. Gulfstream pilots Scott Evans, Brian Dickerson and Sean Sheldon were

to test the form, fit and function of various cabin elements. At this point in the test program, the G500 flight-test aircraft have completed expanding the flight envelope, which includes flutter, altitude, Mach and temperature, as well as testing of initial handling qualities, ice shapes and stalls. Gulfstream has conducted more than 50,000 hours of ground testing in its state-of-the-art labs to support the aircraft’s continued development. The company recently completed ultimate load testing, taking the G500

“Since the first flight of the G500 in May 2015, we have been steadily expanding the test fleet and progressing toward the aircraft’s certification in 2017,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “I’m pleased that we were able to bring the G500 to Farnborough to show the aircraft’s industry-leading safety, performance and comfort to our customers.” in the flight deck with Flight Test engineers Darren Klaus and Ray Beach on board. The G500 participating in Farnborough is the fourth test aircraft and serves as the test bed for avionics, water ingestion and select systems (water/waste, lighting, fire protection). To date, the G500 test fleet has flown more than 300 flights and surpassed 1,280 flight hours. The aircraft have achieved a maximum speed of Mach 0.995 and an altitude of 53,000 ft/16,154 m. The longest duration flight was 7 hours and 35 minutes. The fifth test aircraft, P1, is at the Savannah Completions center, where it is receiving a full interior that will be used

structural test article beyond 150 percent of limit load. It is set to begin a multi-year fatigue testing program that will simulate three lifetimes of airframe operation. The G500 is slated to receive type certification in 2017 and deliver in 2018. The G600 is projected to enter service in 2019. The G500 can fly 5,000 nautical miles/9,260 kilometers at Mach 0.85 or 3,800 nm/7,038 km at Mach 0.90, while the G600 can carry passengers 6,200 nm/11,482 km at Mach 0.85 and 4,800 nm/8,890 km at Mach 0.90. The maximum operating speed for both aircraft is Mach 0.925, the same maximum speed as Gulfstream’s G650 and G650ER. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 45

Executive Comfort

Airbus Helicopters Delivers

First H175 VIP Variant

irbus Helicopters has delivered the first VIP version of the company’s new H175 medium class twin-engine helicopter. This is the first delivery of the VIP version with a second one following later in the year. Combining unparalleled elements of style and comfort with the largest cabin in its class, the VIP version of the H175 offers a superior level of cabin interior provided by Pegasus Design, who has built a worldwide reputation on business jets and super yachts. The helicopter was delivered to an undisclosed customer who will operate the type in Europe as a complement to the yacht.

“The first delivery of a new version of the H175 is an important milestone for our company and for the H175 program. The H175 enlarges its operational capacity to a completely new mission segment” said Guillaume Faury, President of Airbus Helicopters. “The VIP variant is also great news for the private and business aviation market as flying in a helicopter has never been so close to a private jet experience.” H175 offers a totally personalized VVIP cabin comfortably accommodating seven passengers. The aircraft features a unique cabin layout with two distinct seating areas: a forward zone that provides a lounge atmosphere with facing club seating for four passengers and a galley, as well as sofa-style seating that comfortably accommodates three passengers at the rear. 46 | Aviators | July - September 2016

In addition to the exclusive cabin and the refinement of materials, the VIP version of the H175 offers some distinctive elements. These include: a hinged door– which optimizes space inside the cabin – a three steps electrical footstep for ease of access, electronically dimmable windows and mood lighting. Passengers will also enjoy in-flight connectivity with satcom, in-flight entertainment system with LCD screens, moving map and images provided by the tail fin and tail skid cameras – all controllable through dedicated touchscreens or personal devices. Also contributing to the jet-like flight experience is the effective soundproof cabin which allows passengers to communicate without headsets. The VIP version of the H175 can accommodate six to eight passengers, while the executive version, seats between nine to twelve passengers. All versions provide a jet-like smooth ride at all speeds and a climate controlled cabin – even when the main rotor is stopped. The rotorcraft ensures panoramic views for all passengers as it features more window area than walls. The H175 entered service in 2014 for offshore transportation and completes the upper end of Airbus Helicopters’ product line for the business and private aviation sector. Besides the private and business transport, the H175 can perform a wide array of operations, ranging from offshore transportation to different missions for the public services. The first units of the Public Services version will reach the market in late 2017. The H175 is in operation with customers for offshore missions in the Scottish and Dutch North Sea and off the West African coast.

Airbus Helicopters advances

Clean Sky 2 High-Speed Efficient Rotorcraft Demonstrator

Completion of wind tunnel testing campaign validates aerodynamic design and paves the way for demonstrator design start Global network of European industries already involved in the development of all major demonstrator components

Flight-testing phase to begin before the end of the decade

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“We are honoured to be carrying out this project on behalf of the Clean Sky Joint Undertaking and the large number of European companies who are taking part in the development. Our ambition is to become the benchmark of the rotorcraft industry, and as such we are willing to drive a bold vision for the future of helicopter transportation”, said Jean-Brice Dumont, Airbus Helicopters Chief Technical Officer.

irbus Helicopters earlier this year passed an important milestone in the development of the high-speed, compound helicopter demonstrator currently being built as part of the Clean Sky 2 European research programme. A mockup of the breakthrough airframe design has just undergone windtunnel testing in an Airbus facility. The tests proved the viability of the chosen design in terms of efficiency, sustainability and performance, paving the way for a preliminary design review expected end of 2016. Meanwhile, the overall project has passed its first official milestone involving all core partners by reaching the end of its pre-design phase. Building upon the achievements of the company-funded and record-breaking X3 technology demonstrator, the Airbus Helicopters Clean Sky-demonstrator will help refine the “compound” aerodynamic configuration and bring it closer to an operational design, with the end objective of meeting future requirements for increased speed, better cost-efficiency, as well dramatic reductions of emission and acoustic footprints. Flight-testing of the prototype is expected to start in 2019. “Our Clean Sky 2-demonstrator will not only be about going faster; it will help make speed smarter by seeking the best trade-off between cost-efficiency, sustainability and mission performance. We want to break the cost barrier usually associated with increased speed and range and pave the way for new missions sets for 2030 and beyond, by providing crucial emergency or door-to-door transportation services to European citizens where they need it most.” Development of the Clean Sky 2-demonstrator relies on a wide European network of industrial partners who are bringing their technical skills and know-how to the project. While Airbus Helicopters facilities in France, Germany, Spain and Poland are involved in areas such as structural and mechanical design, other countries like Romania, Italy and the United Kingdom also highly contribute their expertise through a large number of design and manufacturing work packages. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 51

Aircraft Research A New-Era in

In June this year, NASA announced that its Electric Research Plane will get the X Number and a new name.

“Dozens of X-planes of all shapes, sizes and purposes have since followed – all of them contributing to our stature as the world’s leader in aviation and space technology,” said Jaiwon Shin, associate administrator for NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate.

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he designation ‘X’ is given to American test planes that are on the cutting edge of technology. The X-57 number designation was assigned by the U.S. Air Force, which manages the history-making process, following a request from NASA. The first X-plane was the X-1, which in

1947 became the first airplane to fly faster than the speed of sound. “Planes like the X-57, and the others to come, will help us maintain that role.” NASA will test new propulsion technology using an experimental airplane with 14 electric motors turning propellers and all of them integrated into a uniquely-designed wing, now designated the X-57 and nicknamed “Maxwell.” NASA Administrator Charles Bolden highlighted the agency’s first X-plane designation in a decade during his keynote speech Friday in Washington at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) annual Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition, commonly called Aviation 2016.

“With the return of piloted X-planes to NASA’s research capabilities – which is a key part of our 10-yearlong New Aviation Horizons initiative – the general aviation-sized X-57 will take the first step in opening a new era of aviation,” Bolden said. As many as five larger transportscale X-planes also are planned as part of the initiative. Its goals – like the X-57 – include demonstrating advanced technologies to reduce fuel use, emissions and noise, and thus accelerate their introduction to the marketplace.

Artist’s concept of NASA’s X-57 Maxwell aircraft - This artist’s concept of NASA’s X-57 Maxwell aircraft shows the plane’s specially designed wing and 14 electric motors. NASA Aeronautics researchers will use the Maxwell to demonstrate that electric propulsion can make planes quieter, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. NASA researchers working directly with the electric airplane also chose to name the aircraft “Maxwell” to honour James Clerk Maxwell, the 19th century Scottish physicist who did ground-breaking work in

electromagnetism. His importance in contributing to the understanding of physics is rivalled only by Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton part of a four-year flight demonstrator plan, NASA’s Scalable Convergent Electric Propulsion Technology Operations Research project will build the X-57 by modifying a recently procured, Italian-designed Tecnam P2006T twin-engine light aircraft. Its original wing and two gas-fuelled piston engines will be replaced with a long, skinny wing embedded with 14 electric motors – 12 on the leading edge for take offs and landings, and one larger motor on each wing tip for use while at cruise altitude. NASA’s aeronautical innovators hope to validate the idea that distributing electric power across a number of motors integrated with an aircraft in this way will result in a five-time reduction in the energy required for a private plane to cruise at 175 mph.

Several other benefits would result as well. “Maxwell” will be powered only by batteries, eliminating carbon emissions and demonstrating how demand would shrink for lead-based aviation fuel still in use by general aviation.

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As colorfully recounted in books and movies such as “The Right Stuff,” it was Oct. 14, 1947 when Air Force Capt. Chuck Yeager, dinged-up ribs and all, climbed into the bright orange Glamorous Glennis and flew the X-1 into its moment in history. On that day the Antelope Valley, home to Edwards Air Force Base in California, reportedly echoed with its first sonic boom. But whether or not anyone there actually heard a sonic boom, thousands more echoed over the valley in the decades to come as supersonic flight over the military base became routine.

Que” the Supersonic Technology

Although it may not wind up being the first of the New Aviation Horizons X-planes to actually fly as part of the three-legged stool of research, design work already has begun on QueSST, short for Quiet Supersonic Technology. A preliminary design contract was awarded in February to a team led by Lockheed Martin. If schedule and congressional funding holds, this new supersonic X-plane could fly in the 2020 timeframe. QueSST aims to fix something the X-1 first introduced to the flying world nearly 70 years ago – the publicly annoying loud sonic boom. Recent research has shown it is possible for a supersonic airplane to be shaped in such a way that the shock waves it forms when flying faster than the speed of sound generate a sonic boom so quiet it hardly will be noticed by the public, if at all. The resulting sonic “boom” has variously been described as like distant thunder, the sound of your neighbor forcefully shutting his car door outside while you are inside, or as the thump of a “supersonic” heartbeat. Sunrise with concept vehicles flying in the sky while Bill Dana looks up into the sky. NASA plans to design, build and fly a series of X-planes to test advanced green aviation technologies. Credits: “We know the concept is going to work, but now the best way to continue our research is to demonstrate the capability to the public with an X-plane,” said Peter Coen, NASA’s supersonic project manager. It is hoped data gathered from flying QueSST will help the Federal Aviation Administration and its international counterparts

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establish noise-related regulations that will make it possible for commercial supersonic airliners to fly over land across country. “Providing that data will be a key step in bringing accessible and affordable supersonic flight to the traveling public,” Coen said. Meanwhile, other experimental aircraft also are under consideration, including those with novel shapes that break the mold of the traditional tube and wing airplane, and others that are propelled by hybrid electric power. Exactly what these X-planes will look like, how they will be operated and where they will be flown all have yet to be precisely defined. “We’re going to let the marketplace and the community help us inform our decisions on the direction we want to go,” Waggoner said. “But we’re really excited about all of the things we might demonstrate.” Interestingly, despite these future test aircraft being referred to as X-planes, it is entirely possible only some of them will actually get an official X-plane number designation – or perhaps none of them will. “We just don’t know yet,” Waggoner said. “That decision likely won’t take place for each aircraft until we’re about to award the construction contract.” So whether NASA winds up calling these new planes by an X-number or a catchy acronym – or both – one thing is clear: NASA’s flight research program is on its way to creating a renaissance of an exciting era in aviation research.

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Aviation Technology

A Single

Throttle for Turboprop Pilots F

or decades, turboprop pilots controlled their engines via two levers in the cockpit – one modulating engine speed with the other controlling engine power. Their pilot counterparts operating turbofans? They’ve enjoyed the simplicity of a single throttle. Good news, turboprop pilots! Your challenging workloads are about to go the way of the dinosaur and the dodo bird. In April, 2015, GE Aviation successfully flight tested the business and general aviation’s industry’s first Electronic Engine and Propeller Control System (EEPC, for short) on its H Series turboprop engine via a KingAir C90 conversion aircraft developed by Nextant Aerospace, which will deliver its first EEPC-powered plane later this year. The EEPC is designed to significantly reduce pilot workload, utilizing a single-lever control to integrate engine and propeller operation, eliminating traditional turboprop worries — such as overtemping and overtorquing — to improve engine life, ease of maintenance… and mind! Operability of GE’s EEPC was proven as high as 30,000 feet during flight trials, successfully demonstrating steadystate and transient response of the system. Starts and restarts of GE’s EEPC were completed as high as 15,000 feet during those same flight trials. GE expects to achieve European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification of the EEPC system in the coming months.

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“I’m a pilot,” said Brad Mottier, GE Aviation’s VP of Business and General Aviation and Integrated Systems business. With the GE EEPC, you can be flying an H Series-powered EEPC aircraft and go from full forward throttle and slam it to full beta (reverse power) … Let’s just say you wouldn’t want to try that on any other turboprop engines out there today. Via the flight testing of the EEPC, we proved we can do this. Once, twice, three times a turboprop As if it were a Broadway showing of Hamilton, customers are lining up outside GE’s turboprop business in Czech to add the EEPC to their own turboprop offerings. “EEPC is truly a gamechanger in terms of pure capability: autostart, torque limit, temp limit, speed limit, you name it. With the introduction of the EEPC, from a pure cockpit operability standpoint, pilots will now be able to push for takeoff and not worry about temperatures, speeds, torque. They just need to fly the plane knowing they are getting maximum performance from the engine.” GE’s second EEPC will be Thrust Aircraft, Inc.’s 510G cropduster, entering service in 2017 via the H80 engine. In December, 2015, Thrush Aircraft, Inc., and GE Aviation announced plans to develop a more powerful, H85-powered version of the current Thrush 510G crop duster, which will enter service with the EEPC in 2018. In addition, Blackshape and GE Aviation announced plans to develop a brand-new H Series-powered high-performance aircraft featuring the EEPC system. It’s the third announced application, with more in the offing.

Touchscreens Come to 777X Flight Deck

oeing’s innovation in the flight deck continues, with the introduction of touchscreens in the 777X forward displays; a first in the air transport industry. With touchscreens being used on smarts devices by people around the world every day, and pilots already bringing tablets into the flight deck, making the 777X even more intuitive and easy for pilots is a logical next step.

provide bracing and added stability in turbulence, and pilots can also interact with displays with rotary cursor controls. Boeing has tested touchscreen technology on flight decks in simulators for the last five years and in 2014, used the ecoDemonstrator flying testbed to give pilots realtime flight experience with touch technology in the forward displays.

The 777X’s new technologies will allow pilots to work more efficiently while maintaining significant operational commonality with today’s 777. Boeing’s 777X flight deck hardware is capable of supporting multiple touch points. This means two pilots can simultaneously interact with their half of the lower display.

“We find that touchscreens perform as well as or better than current devices in the flight deck for interacting with the displays,” said Brian Gilbert, Boeing Flight Deck Integration Lead. Boeing

“We want to design a flight deck that pilots are going to be familiar with and that will provide the best interaction experience for them,” said Mark requirements for touch capability Nikolic, Boeing Flight Deck include bezel features designed to Human Factors Engineer. July - September 2016 | Aviators | 57

ROLLS-ROYCE

Vision next 100

Today, Rolls-Royce, the world’s leading luxury brand, has defined the future of luxury mobility. The Grand Arrival of the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 boldly points to a bright future for our marque where our patrons’ individual demands for complete and authentic personalisation will be met through an exquisite fusion of technology, design and hallmark Rolls-Royce craftsmanship.

A Grand Vision of the Future of LUXURY MOBILITY

n a spectacular event at London’s Roundhouse today, the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 was presented. The car defines the future of luxury mobility. Codenamed 103EX, it is the marque’s first ever pure ‘Vision Vehicle’. The Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 presents an intriguing and aesthetically dynamic vision of the future of luxury mobility – a completely personal, effortless and autonomous Rolls-Royce experience, wrapped in a design that ensures a ‘Grand Sanctuary’ for its occupants, and a ‘Grand Arrival’.

Rolls-Royce intimately understands its patrons and their likely desires and motivations in the future. It understands that true luxury is deeply personal and that the hallmarks of every Rolls-Royce past and present are key to its future. The designers therefore distilled four key tenets that not only underpin the elegant solution that is the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100, but epitomise the future of luxury mobility as a whole: The Personal Vision The Effortless Journey The Grand Sanctuary The Grand Arrival In presenting the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100, the marque has rejected the common notion that the future of personal transport is a utilitarian and functional one. Rolls-Royce has stepped bravely into the future to propose a nocompromise, fully autonomous, coachbuilt, personalised vision to those customers who wish for an emotional attachment to their car. This reasoning led them to the first key tenet: The Personal Vision. The Personal Vision The Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100, as presented in London on Thursday 16 June 2016, is but one example of a number of possible personal visions of a Rolls-Royce of the future. Indeed, in an evolution of the Rolls-Royce Bespoke experience of today, the customers’ taste will influence the exact design of his or her Rolls-Royce and how it will be configured. In the spirit of the great coachbuilt cars of the past, Rolls-Royce will create the chassis of the future, hand-built from the most advanced materials and powered by a zero emissions powertrain. Advanced manufacturing technologies will enable customers to involve themselves even more in the design of the shape, size and

silhouette of their personal RollsRoyce vision. The future customer will commission his or her own concept. Rolls Royce will design and manufacture this personal vision of each customer and make every Rolls-Royce a unique Bespoke masterpiece. In short, the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 utilises envisioned advances in technology to herald the return to authentic coachbuilding. The Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 is the vision of the RollsRoyce Motor Cars design team, led by Director of Design Giles Taylor. Their deep understanding of the Rolls-Royce customer of the future and the world in which they will live led them to conceive of a motor car that would serve and augment its patron’s lifestyle in every way. “The Rolls-Royce patron will continue to be a famous figure in the future,” explains Taylor. I envision that the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 will play a key role in these people’s lives, guiding and conveying them effortlessly through their life’s journey in an exquisite sanctuary where they can reflect in peace ahead of arriving in the grandest style.” The Effortless Journey, the Grand Sanctuary and the Grand Arrival. The next three tenets and hallmarks of the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100. The Effortless Journey For the 105 years since her creation in 1911, the Spirit of Ecstasy, modelled by sculptor and artist Charles Sykes, on Eleanor Thornton, has silently guided every Rolls-Royce and its owner through the momentous events of their lives. She has stood as an elegant presence at some of history’s most notable events.

Quantas Offers Olympic Themed Pyjamas for

Business Class passengers

n the lead up to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Qantas will switch out the grey cotton long sleeve pyjamas for a patriotic green and gold set featuring a gold kangaroo on the shirt front and hashtag #RoadToRio on the back. From 22 July until 18 September 2016, all passengers travelling in Business Class across key international routes including Santiago, Dubai, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, Dallas, Tokyo, Johannesburg and Vancouver, will be offered the opportunity to be part of the unofficial PJ Cheer squad for the Australian Olympians and Paralympians.

“Our light grey Qantas PJs are almost as iconic as the flying kangaroo on the front of them, so we thought it would be very appropriate to turn them green and gold in support of the men and women representing Australia at Rio,” said Mrs Wirth. Qantas Group Head of Brand, Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Olivia Wirth, said the Olympic PJ range is a special way for the airline and its passengers to throw their support behind Australia’s athletes as their years of hard work come to fruition on the world stage. “It means people flying Qantas can literally support our athletes in their sleep.” Australia’s Olympians and Paralympians will receive their own set of green and gold PJs when they and their Olympic Medals return home on a specially chartered Qantas B747. Customers in Qantas Lounges across the network can enjoy live screening and coverage of the Olympics for the duration of the Games.

Qatar Airways Hosts

Bollywood Stars and Fans

as They Travel for IIFA

atar Airways was the official airline partner of the 17th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrations in Madrid this weekend, attracting leading celebrities from the Indian and International film fraternity. The airline played an important role in flying distinguished members of the Indian film industry as guests on board Qatar Airways to Madrid, including leading celebrities such as; Sonakshi Sinha, Bipasha Basu, Fawad Khan, Abhay Deol, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Vivek Oberoi, Subash Ghai, David Dhawan, Gulshan Grover and many more. Qatar Airways Senior Vice President Europe, Mr. Jonathan Harding commented that the airline was delighted to have wellknown celebrities on board from the Indian film fraternity. “Qatar Airways has the proud tradition of sponsoring some of the biggest events in the world, and as a partner to IIFA, we are very excited to have hosted these leading Bollywood celebrities on our double-daily flights to Madrid, allowing them to experience our acclaimed Qatari hospitality and service. As one of the most popular international events in Bollywood, IIFA is watched by Indian film fans from around the world, and is therefore a perfect platform to s howcase Qatar Airways’ popularity among film fans.” One of the most talked about annual events in the Indian film circuit, IIFA 2016 in Madrid attracted more than 150 Bollywood celebrities and an audience of approximately 6,500 people. Bollywood film fans keen to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars were not disappointed as many, including Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Shahid Kapoor, Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Shroff, made appearances and spell-binding performances during the celebrations.

Cathay Pacific Offers New Inflight Dining Offerings

New Inflight Menu Promotion

athay Pacific Airways announced in July its collaboration with celebrity chef Daniel Green, who is known to the culinary world for his light and clean dining philosophy. Cathay Pacific will be presenting a series of exclusive dishes and drinks, designed by Daniel, to First and Business Class passengers flying from Hong Kong to destinations in North America from August 2016. A specialist in high-quality, low-carbohydrate cuisine, Daniel believes in “taking the food we love and lowering the fat”. The award-winning author of eleven cookery books, Daniel’s recipes have been widely featured in magazines in United States, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia and he also hosted a number of programmes for broadcasters such as the BBC, the Asian Food Channel, Fox and Food Network. By teaming up with Daniel, Cathay Pacific will underline its brand promise of a “Life Well Travelled” by providing its passengers with light and clean inflight dining choices over the coming months. Cathay Pacific believes that travelling well is an important part of living well, and that the travel experience of its passengers will be enhanced by this array of exclusive clean dining options. Ingredients that are typically high in fat, such as cream and butter will be absent from dishes on the menu. By using different fresh ingredients, such as coconut milk to replace the use of cream, for example, Daniel has created clean recipes for passengers without sacrificing any taste. Cathay Pacific Head of Catering Aaron Claxton said: “At Cathay Pacific, we believe that offering passengers a variety of high quality dining options is of great benefit to their overall travel experience. We are very pleased to work with Daniel, who is known for his low-carbohydrate cooking philosophy. We are excited to be able to present his creations onboard, so that passengers on long-haul flights can choose to enjoy a lighter yet fulfilling meal with a higher ratio of protein versus carbohydrates. We believe these dishes will help keep passengers refreshed throughout their flight.”

PRINCESS 35M ANTHEYA III HAS WON A

World Superyacht Award T

he Princess 35M Antheya III has won a World Superyacht Award in the SemiDisplacement & Planing Two Deck Motor Yacht category at Boat International’s prestigious 2016 event that took place in Florence this year. The success of the Princess 35M, launched last September at the Cannes Yachting Festival and Monaco Yacht Show, follows in the footsteps of the first Princess 40M Imperial Princess that won the World Superyacht Award in 2013 in the Three Deck Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yachts category. This latest accolade further strengthens the brand’s position in the superyacht sector and celebrates the outstanding design, innovation and craftsmanship afforded by the Plymouth Shipyard and the in-house Princess Design Studio.

Boat International said: “The judges particularly admired her exterior design, which incorporated a variety of functional areas in which to relax and dine, as well as her contemporary yet ageless interior. Additionally, the judges found a high quality of construction and excellent technical, service and crew areas. A well balanced yacht indeed.”

Princess Yachts continue to grow the M Class superyacht range having successfully launched the 30M at boot DĂźsseldorf earlier this year, further establishing themselves in the superyacht category. Born of an ambition to elevate the yachting experience, the Princess 35M is a wonder of luxurious space. The innovative cockpit has a unique aft and forward facing seating area that can be specified with a variety of configurations. Dipping into crystal clear water is effortless from the hydraulic swimming platform whilst lounging aboard reaches new heights of luxury on the foredeck. Your expression of exclusivity awaits. Princess Shipyards established its home in 1965, on the edge of the English Channel in the city of Plymouth and the shipyards today cover an area of over 1.1 million square feet. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s M Class Superyachts are constructed in the South Yard, a former naval yard dating back to the 17th century. Over 2,050 people, each possessing a mastery of their skill, fastidiously realise not only some of the most technically-advanced yachts in the world but also the most beautifully realised.

New Single-Engine Speedster gets ready to enter the Market

Cobalt Unveils

Co50 Valkyrie San Francisco-based company named Cobalt has unveiled a new single-engine propeller airplane named the Co50 Valkyrie. With a profile more reminiscent of a light fighter jet, Valkyrie could beat out the Mooney Acclaim Type S as the fastest certified single-engine airplane on the market with a top speed of 260 knots.

The public launch of the private aircraft took place on November 12, 2015 and the fully certified version, Co50 Valkyrie, has seen significant interest from investors, pilots and travel enthusiasts around the globe. Cobalt received hundreds of inquiries to buy the plane, when it opened the order book, including 29 orders that were placed within the first 24 hours. “Cobalt’s initial pre-orders have exceeded my expectations,” said David Loury, founder and chief executive officer of Cobalt. “The growing demand for the Valkyrie illustrates the real desire that people have to purchase a private aircraft that’s design-centric, sleek and super fast. My vision is to reinvigorate the personal aviation market, starting with the Valkyrie.”

The Top 5 Features: What Makes the Valkyrie Different Cobalt Valkyrie’s top features include: Built for speed. The Valkyrie is the fastest private aircraft in its class with the ability to travel up to 260 knots. In contrast, other single engine piston aircraft usually tap out at 242 knots. Super safe. The Valkyrie is a canard aircraft, equipped with a forewing to prevent the plane from stalling in the air. This provides a tremendous peace of mind to pilots and ensures the industry’s safest landings and takeoffs. An onboard parachute is also provided for an additional sense of security. Modern, elegant design and craftsmanship. The Valkyrie impresses with understated elegance. The exterior comes in a range of custom finishes including dark colors, typically harder on composites. The interior features premium leather seats, hand stitched by former Hermès craftsmen. The dashboard design is equally impressive with only one on/off switch and a tasteful place for your iPad. Amazing visibility. Valkyrie has the largest one-piece canopy in the world and unrivaled visibility with a 320-degree view. Luxurious comfort. The Valkyrie comfortably seats five people, including the pilot, with ample storage for golf clubs, skis and suitcases. The Valkyrie’s propulsion engine is located in the rear of the plane, allowing for a quiet, comfortable cabin.

Additional Specifications: Category: 5-seat Single Engine Piston Turbocharged 350HP, retractable, IFR-capable Oxygenized non-pressurized Cruise range: 1050 nautical miles (nmi) with NBAA IFR reserves Customization: Interior and exterior are fully customizable upon request Exact dimensions: 30 feet long x 30 feet wide x 10 feet high

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Bill Boeing’s

Dream Turns a Hundred

he world’s largest aerospace firm, The Boeing Company, celebrated its 100th year of existence on July 15, 2016. From producing a single canvas-and-wood airplane to transforming how we fly over oceans and into the stars, Boeing aircraft have revolutionised the world of aviation, across air and space. The company’s founder William E. Boeing began his business career in 1903, when he left Yale University to take advantage of opportunities in the risky and cyclical, but financially rewarding, Northwest timber industry. The first Boeing aircraft made its test flight on June 15, 1916, the Bluebill, B&W Model 1 was a seaplane/biplane that was 25.5 feet long and flew for 900 feet on its maiden flight. On July 15, 1916, Boeing incorporated Pacific Aero Products A private person, a visionary and a perfectionist William E. Boeing was a stickler for the facts. The wall of his outer office bore a placard that read: “2329 Hippocrates said: 1. There is no authority except facts. 2. Facts are obtained by accurate observation. 3. Deductions are to be made only William E. Boeing Boeing, 1916-1934 Company Founder and Owner, President, Chairman of the Board

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from facts. 4. Experience has proved the truth of these rules.” Bill Boeing’s philosophy -- “build something better” resulted in the company rapidly making a name of itself with iconic aircraft that were well regarded by the pilots that flew them and the passengers that flew in them. During WWII, The Boeing Aircraft Company designed and developed some of the iconic aircraft of the war, such as the B-17 ‘Flying Fortress’ and B-29 ‘Super Fortress’. On May 15, 1954, The Boeing Company heralded the era of jet travel for airline passengers with the roll-out of the Dash-80, which went on to become the Boeing 707, the first of the famous Boeing family of jetliners, which went on to result in the 727, 737, 747,757, 767 and today’s 787 ‘Dreamliner’ On December 15, 1966, Bill Boeing was memorialized in the Aviation Hall of Fame in Dayton, Ohio, “for outstanding contributions to aviation by his successful organization of a network of airline routes and the production of vitally important military and commercial aircraft.”

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