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BUSINESS AIR NEWS ISSUE 229
SEPTEMBER 2012
More diversity gives MHS transatlantic capability
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Oxford-based Phenom charter operator FlairJet is looking to diversify its managed aircraft portfolio with additional aircraft types for longer range opportunities, and has appointed Carlo Montanini (pictured) to a new role as commercial director. See full story on page 3.
MHS Aviation has added a Challenger 604 to its managed charter fleet, so extending the company’s capabilities to longerrange operations. “By expanding our fleet to the large cabin sector we are able to offer long range and transatlantic flights,” says md Steffen Fries. “We have had increased demand for long range flights over the last months so this aircraft works very well for us. We are very proud that MHS has been chosen as the operator because of our experience in operating Bombardier aircraft; the personalised, outstanding service we provide; and our excellent standing in the aircraft charter market.” The latest addition brings the fleet to 13 aircraft in total. It is managed on behalf of a Swiss company that was seeking an experienced Bombardier operator in Germany. “MHS Aviation proved to be the perfect solution,” says Fries. “The combination of experience of operating a series of Learjets and the seamless way that the 604 fits into the fleet profile enables the company to offer an extensive number of passenger and range capacities.” Earlier this year MHS added three Dornier 328 aircraft, which now operate for British Airways as well as for ad-hoc charter, to its two ambulance equipped Learjets (a 31 and a 55), two Learjet 45XR and a Learjet 60. The company also operates a number of helicopters, comprising two twin-engine IFRapproved Agusta 109s with vip cabins, a Eurocopter AS350 BE and one Bell LongRanger. See EBAN’s review of business air charter in Germany starting on page 8.
Time Air tailors first 400XT to its own taste Czech charter operator Time Air has taken delivery of the first Nextant 400XT business jet destined for a European registry. The aircraft is being managed on behalf of a private owner and is already in operation on Time Air’s AOC. “We, as much as the owner, have very high expectations,” says md Martin Prazsky. “The aircraft has a great cabin – roomy with a flat floor and very stylish. As a matter of fact, we have had it made to our specifications based on a Beechjet 400 that we have been operating for two-and-a-half years now. “There were specific reasons why we had the 400 made the way it is, and it has turned out
that the clients love the layout that makes it truly the most spacious light jet.” He adds: “Consequently we’ve had the 400XT made the same way and as a bonus were able to make a bigger, very comfortable lavatory.” It is the 16th 400XT business jet delivered worldwide. “The 400XT’s exceptional combination of highly affordable operating economics, best-inclass range, significantly reduced carbon emissions and noise compliance that exceeds Stage IV requirements make it the perfect aircraft for the European market. There is no other aircraft in the world like it, and it is a highly attractive addition to our charter services
Martin Prazsky accepts the 400XT keys from Nextant’s Jay Heublein.
offering,” adds Prazsky. The private buyer and Time Air will work closely also with Nextant to provide demonstration flights for prospective owners in Europe. “The 400XT is particularly well-suited to the European market, since its
2,003nm range enables travellers to reach destinations throughout Europe, the Middle East and north Africa with non-stop flights,” says Jay Heublein, vp sales and marketing, Nextant Aerospace. The 400XT development process employs a remanufactured airframe from the Beechjet 400A/XP aircraft, enhanced with Williams FJ443AP turbofan engine, Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 integrated avionics suite, advanced electronics including highspeed wireless internet service, and completely rebuilt interiors. The resulting aircraft delivers a 30 per cent reduction in operating costs over the Beechjet 400A/XP and fuel
efficiency improvements of 2030 per cent, depending on the length of the flight segment. Time Air has also registered an additional Citation Mustang, which has taken its place as the third in the fleet. The new addition comes from Spain and the owners intend to charter the aircraft around Spain and western Europe. “With this particular aircraft, Time Air will be responsible only for the operation of the aircraft, not for the sales,” says Prazsky. “We are responsible for the charter sales of the remaining two Mustangs and we’ve got them moving to our full satisfaction. So far I would Continued on page 2
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Heli-Charter takes on sales role for Bell
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Globaljet puts ACJ on show in Sao Paulo Swiss charter operator Globaljet flew its Airbus ACJ318 to Sao Paulo in Brazil recently to exhibit the aircraft on behalf of the manufacturer at the LABACE show. Configured for 19 passengers, the aircraft features a private office that converts to a bedroom and has club seating in several spacious lounge areas. Giovanni Luciolli, aircraft sales director of Globaljet (right), is pictured here at the show with Francois Chazelle, vp commercial of Airbus Corporate Jets. This was the first time that Airbus had exhibited the Globaljet aircraft, which was serenaded by a Batucada samba band of local underprivileged children during the event.
Charter operator and maintenance provider Heli-Charter has been appointed as an independent sales representative for Bell helicopters in the UK. Heli-Charter offers a wide range of Bell helicopters for charter nationwide and offers corporate travel, private flights, sight-seeing tours and self-fly hire, as well as offering aircraft sales. Its main operations are from the Helicopter Centre located to the north side of the main Manston airport runway, with further helicopters at Goodwood. “We are delighted to be working with Heli-Charter. They have a top rate facility and offer the kind of world class experience we require for our customers,” says Danny Maldonado, Bell Helicopter’s executive vp of sales and marketing. “We have been expanding our presence in the UK and Heli-Charter will play an important role in helping us fulfill our mission of becoming more responsive globally.” Heli-Charter’s facilities will include a Bell helicopter showroom.
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estimate a year over year 20 per cent increase in flight hours per aircraft.” Time Air is always happy to advise potential aircraft buyers of which types are likely or not to attract charter business. “It was for this reason that we recommended the sale of a Piper Cheyenne IIIA that is no longer in our fleet,” he adds. “On the other hand, our King Air 350 has changed owners recently, and the new one is happy that the aircraft performs almost exactly as we predicted – very well. It would have been a cliché to tag a King Air as a workhorse, if it was not very true. Time Air has always operated a King Air and we went through almost all of them (90, 200, 300 and now 350). The 350 is a great aircraft and we believe it will always have its market because it can fly eight passengers for at least some 13 to 14 hundred nautical miles in double club roomy cabin comfort. It is for this reason that the owner has long-term plans with it.”
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Marshall Executive spreads its wings with Challenger 300 UK-based Marshall Executive Aviation has received an AOC extension which enables its Challenger 300 to operate to north and south America, Africa, the Middle East and Russia as well as the popular European destinations. MEA now has a fleet of three aircraft, the others being a Citation XLS and a Bravo, that have three
main bases at Stansted, Luton and Cambridge and operating capability from all London airports. Managing director Steve Jones says: “We’re delighted the aircraft’s AOC area has been extended as it means we can operate over a much larger area and offer our passengers MEA’s excellent service virtually worldwide.”
Correction Aerodynamics, featured on page seven of our August 2012 edition, have asked us to point out that the company is registered and based in the Isle of Man.
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PC-12 proves popular among islanders The most recent Pilatus PC-12 purchaser from the Channel Islands, Jersey resident Julian Jones, has declared himself more than satisfied with the single turboprop aircraft’s performance so far. With business interests across Europe, Jones says that he researched the executive aircraft market thoroughly before deciding on the acquisition of a new PC-12: “It ticks all the boxes. It can cruise with the airliners, has a long range for non-stop flights, an immense luxurious cabin with a proper loo, and we have the option of using either major airports or small grass runway airfields. “It also can carry a substantial payload compared to more expensive aircraft to purchase and operate. I’m delighted.” A new sales operation for the Swiss aircraft manufacturer has been launched on Jersey to provide advice and arrange demonstration flights. Former international sales and business development executive and island resident Matt Mackenzie has been appointed as group sales director to support potential customers from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Spain and Gibraltar. Since 2011 six new PC-12s have been sold to customers based on Jersey and Guernsey. The UK Pilatus Centre expects to boost sales within the coming months as more frequent business flyers recognise the need to avoid airport queues, and enjoy the advantages of owning their own aircraft. “I’m pleased to be joining as group sales director to meet the increasing interest in the PC-12 which offers a very economical,
versatile option for those after a practical solution to their travel requirements,” says Mackenzie. “It holds an unrivalled position in the executive aircraft market.” Mackenzie’s career has seen him living and working in Jersey, Guernsey, London and as far afield as Brazil. His recent position with flexible office solutions provider Regus, to set up Jersey’s own Business Centre, has enabled Matt to continue to build relationships with local business leaders as well as those moving to the island: “Many of my clients conduct business throughout Europe; however, with all of the travel they are typically cash rich – time poor. Hardly surprising then, that a number of my clients are already converted to the benefits of owning their own aircraft.”
Gama has appointed a general manager tasked with developing business in the Middle East and north Africa. Promoted from within, Richard Lineveldt has become general manager of Gama Aviation FZE, having previously been involved in the company’s set-up of the exclusive operation of Sharjah
International Airport’s executive handling service FBO and the successful award of Gama’s United Arab Emirates AOC. “Having been a member of the team that established Gama’s operations in the UAE in 2008, I have been fortunate enough to see the group grow, both regionally and
internationally, to establish itself as one of the few truly global business aviation services providers,” he says, Gama employs in excess of 400 personnel and operates over 80 business aircraft from more than 30 operating bases across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.
Growing ASL takes Olympic landing gear incident in its stride Matt Mackenzie will be aiming to further increase the Channel Islands’ growing Pilatus fleet.
FlairJet sets its sights on worldwide charter with larger aircraft Oxford-based charter operator FlairJet has appointed Carlo Montanini (see front cover) to a new role as commercial director, tasked with expanding the company’s aircraft management beyond Embraer Phenoms. Previously commercial director northern Europe of Austrian-based Mustang operator GlobeAir, Montanini will be responsible for strengthening relations with charter brokers and customers in new regions, such as Russia. FlairJet has expanded its AOC area to embrace the Middle East, Africa, the Caucuses and Russia, and is now ready to grow its capability with a worldwide approval and add some larger cabin aircraft to its managed fleet. Chief executive David Fletcher comments: “FlairJet, profitable inside three years of operations, is ready to embark on a new chapter now it is firmly established and the appointment of a full-time commercial director who knows the
Lineveldt to build on Gama’s Middle East business
market well is an important first step in this direction. With the existing management FlairJet has always been strong in operations and technical support disciplines. Carlo’s appointment will be the catalyst to exploring new commercial opportunities and maximising the use of our fleet.” FlairJet pioneered Phenom 100 and 300 operations in Europe, commencing revenue charter flights in December 2009, initially with two 100s. This summer the company undertook Phenom 300 delivery flights for two third-party corporate operators in Germany. The first arrived in Germany in August having gone the long way round, via the USA, and the second arrived the following day having flown via the South Atlantic and Cape Verde. They were flown by Fletcher with operations director/chief pilot Gerry Rolls. The company has recently become a member of BBGA.
Belgian charter operator ASL has recently added a further two aircraft to its management fleet, while suffering an incident in July which will keep one King Air out of operation for several weeks. A factory-new Cessna CJ2+ on the Belgian register is the first addition, and has a capacity for seven passengers. “It is the ideal private jet to fly to all European airports,” says accountable manager Philippe Bodson. The second aircraft is a low-hour pre-owned Beech King Air C90GTi on the Dutch register, with a total capacity of six passengers – ideal, he says, for short runway operations. ASL’s business in the Netherlands reported to be doing well, and is
expecting to add a brand new Citation X to its repertoire at the end of the year. “At that time we will host an event to celebrate one year of ASL in the Netherlands as well as the arrival of the fastest aircraft in the Benelux,” says Bodson. “We had some bad luck in the summer working with two aircraft for the Olympics, as a television relay station with wireless transmission in high definition. One of the two King Airs had a total electrical failure in flight and the crew did a magnificent job to get the aircraft safely back to Cambridge without any navigation instruments. “On landing, the gear, which had been manually extended, collapsed,” he says.
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London will benefit in the long-term, says PrivateFly Despite predictions of significant increases to private jet movements during the London 2012 Olympics, overall traffic levels were around 25 per cent down on what was anticipated, says booking service PrivateFly.com. The Department for Transport had predicted 3,000 additional private jet movements attributable to the games. “The industry was ready and waiting for a major Olympic surge in traffic, but in fact it was more of a gentle stream,” says ceo Adam Twidell. “All London airports had spare capacity for private jets during the games, including London City airport, just minutes from the Olympic Park.” PrivateFly says it saw a 40 per cent increase in bookings during the period but a significant amount were from Londoners escaping the games. A large proportion of the extra Olympic traffic also came from corporates outside of Europe, using their own privately owned aircraft. “Private jet traffic was not scared
away from London; the predicted high levels of demand were just not there in the first place. This was a peoples’ Olympics, where athletes chose to travel by tube not limo, and the private jet traveller chose business class. Ironically, with the world’s eyes on London’s airports, the delays and inconveniences of airline travel were less of an issue than they usually are,” adds Twidell. However, he believes there will be longer term benefits for London in terms of leisure travel and inward investment. Airport awareness and access have also benefitted as the games have highlighted the necessity of having multiple airports accessible to the business aviation community. Twidell continues: “The London Olympics put a key focus on longterm sustainability and we should adopt the same view in private aviation. Despite demand falling short of expectations, our industry will move forward having learnt much from preparing for such a major international event.”
Business aviation plays its part in a rewarding summer of sport The British Business and General Aviation Association has held its golf competition at the Berkshire Golf Club during August. The Bombardier Trophy, a singles competition, was a very close fought battle and on count backs Tom Wilson of Tag Aviation proved to be the winner, with Bob Sheffield of Shell Aircraft the runnerup and Alex Badran of Gulfstream coming third. For the Universal Weather & Aviation Trophy, a Greensomes competition, the winning pair was Brian Bower and Mike Swift of Bank of America, with runners-up Kerry Besgrove of Ocean Sky Jet Centre and Emmanuel Bornand of Bombardier who beat Rob Derbyshire and Chris Ellender of Gulfstream, again on count back. Meanwhile, London Executive Aviation triumphed over helicopter charter operator RotorMotion in the second annual Aviation Polo Challenge at Hurtwood Park Polo Country Club in Surrey. LEA team captain and md George Galanopoulos says: “As a passionate polo player, I am delighted the sport
Victors at the BBGA golf day display their trophies.
enables us to bring so many industry colleagues and friends together for a day of family celebrations. This year’s match was a real tussle, so the crowd saw some first-rate action. With delicious food from the traditional Argentinean asado and some of RotorMotion’s superb Agusta A109s to admire, there was something for everyone to enjoy.” Rival team captain Philip Louis Amadeus, md of RotorMotion, says: “Once again, we are indebted to Embraer Executive Jets as the day’s sponsor.” The winners’ trophy was presented by rock drummer and Hurtwood owner Kenney Jones.
The Tecnam P2006T twin blazes a trail over the Paralympic opening ceremony. Tecnam traces its roots back to the activities of the Italian brothers Luigi and Giovanni Pascale, whose company went on to produce aircraft under the Partenavia name. It now has two production facilities in Italy. Photo by Paul Johnson, Flightline UK.
Tecnam twin’s pyrotechnics light up the Paralympics opening ceremony Millions of television viewers around the world were treated to a spectacular Tecnam P2006T flying display during the Paralympics opening ceremony in London. The Tecnam twin was chosen by the Paralympics Games organisers to be the first act of the opening ceremony. It had been especially adapted to enable it to put on the pyrotechnic show and was flown by Lance Corporal Dave Rawlins, a British Army soldier recovering from injuries sustained in Afghanistan, and Tim Orchard, Tecnam’s dealer for the UK, Ireland and Iceland. UK-based charity Aerobility was a critical part of Rawlins’ rehabilitation and gave him the confidence to achieve his ppl last year, while flight training organisation Aeros
Dave Rawlins performing pre-flight checks at Gama Engineering.
facilitated his multi-engine rating. The task of converting, flight testing and certifying the provision of LED strip lights to the wings and fuselage of the Tecnam twin as
well as the addition of pyrotechnic dispensers to its wingtips were achieved through Gama Engineering and Guy Westgate, a display pilot with specialist pyrotechnic expertise. “The personal challenge of Dave performing the spectacular flight over the 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony cannot be underestimated,” says Orchard. “The exceptional teamwork and support provided by Aerobility, Tecnam, Aeros, Guy Westgate and particularly the Gama Engineering team proved to the disabled community the maxim that if I can fly a plane, what else can I do?” Rawlins has also realised his long held ambition, after his British Army career, to work in civil aviation, and will join Gama’s operations team at Farnborough shortly.
Diamond DA-42 patrols the London skies A Diamond DA42 MPP Guardian has been conducting vital surveillance missions throughout the 2012 London Olympic games, acting as a fixed wing remote sensing platform. Equipped with a FLIR Systems electro-optical infrared camera, secure data links and specialist communications, the Diamond aircraft is able to stay airborne nonstop for more than eight hours per mission. The aircraft type has already been used several times for the same purpose during the Austrian Donauinselfest, an outdoor music festival which takes place every year in Vienna.
Cello allows basketball players to stretch their legs Charter airline Cello Aviation took the Great Britain football team to a pre-tournament training camp in the Mediterranean, and also carried the Lithuanian basketball team to the games. Lithuania is a top basketball nation and the team were real contenders to win a medal, having won Olympic bronze in Sydney. But they went out in the quarter finals, beaten by the eventual bronze medallists Russia. Cello’s BAe146 is configured with 46 seats: “It is not often that basketball players can stretch out at 30,000 feet,” says the company’s Vince Essex.
The Brownlee brothers arrive at Multiflight to be greeted by Steve Borrowdale and Miles Beecham.
Multiflight flies medal winning Brownlee brothers home Multiflight was on hand to fly brothers Alistair and Jonathan Brownlee aboard one of its Dauphin helicopters back to Yorkshire, following their Olympic triathlon gold and bronze meda-winning performances. “Multiflight was thrilled to fly the Brownlee brothers and their team back to Leeds as they are almost neighbours to the airport,” says md Steve Borrowdale. “They had a reception in Leeds city centre to
attend in the evening and flying by helicopter ensured they were back in good time for this.” During the flight back to Multiflight, the brothers had a good view of Silverstone, Chatsworth House, the Elland Road football stadium, the Carnegie training ground in Leeds and other landmarks. On arrival at Multiflight they met Borrowdale and finance director Miles Beecham before talking to the waiting crowd.
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Numbers decline, but the humble piston twin still earns its keep all around Europe The piston twin in Europe is undoubtedly in decline. This edition of European Business Air News will be sent to owners and operators of all 1,431 such aircraft in Europe and the Middle East, but this number has declined substantially from the 1,646 this time just a year ago, and from the 2,572 around the continent five years ago. Yet despite this, in this feature we talked to owners of a variety of piston twin aircraft types, and found that there is life in this sector yet.
“Of course, there is still demand from flight schools” “The best thing about the Seneca,” he says, “is the best performance-tocost value in its class. It is the optimum aircraft for those who prefer a twin for peace of mind, want deicing, radar and other goodies, but
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PIPER PA34 Maintaining its place at the top of the table as Europe’s most popular light twin, the venerable Seneca has moved with the times and is still available factory-new today. The latest Seneca V has 197ktas maximum cruise speed, 828nm range at longrange power settings and a 25,000ft operating altitude. To find out more about the Seneca in central Europe you might find yourself talking to Lubomir Cornak at local distributor OK Aviation Group.
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scientific equipment. Even after 35 years, older Senecas are still pleasing their owners, such as Ian Middleton of Direct Aviation Management. He is satisfied with every aspect of his Seneca II, and particulalry rates the performance and handling. Less good is the electrical system, and his most coveted upgrade would be a threebladed prop and de-ice.
Jon Sigurdsson appreciates the large windows of his PA-31.
don’t want to spend extra money for a turboprop.” He concedes that there are downsides to the long-established market leader, including low payload. “Older Senecas were lighter, but the new ones gained a lot of weight on equipment and various improvements, but without any boost in MTOW,” he says. “I like the availability of full ice protection on this aircraft, combined
with the powerful turbocharged engines. You can almost always climb out of ice, which is not the case with other small twins. “These days most private customers upgrade from piston singles directly to turboprop singles such as the Meridian. The twin era is gone, no doubts about that. “But still, now and then, we sell a Seneca to a private owner who prefers two sets of pistons over one shaft.
And of course, there is still demand from flight schools. While there are several low-cost twins on the market (the Diamond, Tecnam as well as our Seminole), the Seneca offers much more training utility. Beside the basic asymmetric thrust training, in the Seneca a student can train on how to use radar, how to fly in icing conditions and so on.” Last year OK Aviation Group also delivered a Seneca as a platform for
BEECH BARON Popular in the UK and France especially, Beech Barons can be found throughout Europe. In production for over fifty years, it has always been targeted at the top end of the light twin comfort and performance range, and the current G58 model is no exception: “The new generation Baron G58 flies farther and faster with more payload than Continued on next page
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any other twin-piston aircraft,” says Hawker Beechcraft. As we go to press, Baron owners from many countries are expected to fly to an exclusive fly-in event at Hawarden airport in Chester on September 7th, which is being hosted by the manufacturer. EBAN reader Steve Rogers replied to our survey to report on his Baron 58, and declared himself satisfied with the availability of support. “There are excellent sources of experienced engineers on the type available throughout Europe and the MRO that we use is well experienced in Beech products,” he says, pointing out that the best value can be found at independent maintenance companies. “In all the years I have been involved in the aircraft and since owning it, it has only let me down once and that was the fault of an MRO not having carried out a check when it was due. “It is perfect for what I use it for – commuting between the Channels Islands and the UK and getting around western Europe. The savings in time and hence money are well worth the expense of the aircraft.” Rogers says that the best attribute of the Baron is its performance, range and payload and particularly the access to the cabin through the double rear doors. The worst is the fact that its maximum weight is just over 2,000kg so it attracts Eurocontrol charges. Upgrading older Barons to modern avionics is well worthwhile, he believes: “We fitted a Garmin package, along with TCAS and TAWS and will probably fit EFIS at a later date.” PIPER PA31 Navajos and Chieftains have been the workhorses of economical air charter for many years, and still have many
satisfied operators. “The Piper Navajo is strong, powerful and good to operate into out-back airports,” says Jon Sigurdsson of Atlantsflug ehf, reporting on his PA31-310. And as a former operator of Cessna 402 and Partenavia P68 aircraft as well, he is in a good position to compare the types: “In comparison between the Cessna 402 and the PA31, I can only say that maintenance is easier to perform on the Piper and these two aircraft types are built to meet the same criteria for certification so that sets the standards pretty much,” he says. “There is more cabin space in the Cessna 402 as well as more space for luggage. For my operation the Piper exceeds the Cessna 402 in many ways, especially the larger windows for passengers, and the direct linkage toward the nose wheel steering on the Piper 31 compared to the indirect (spring) input the pilots have on the Cessna 400 nose wheel steering. This is not a problem when operating out of paved runways but when you are flying back country gravel runways this means everything. “Now I find Piper services to have improved over the past few years and parts are easy to get as well as support and that is an important factor for an operator. If we could get these aircraft back into production and perhaps with more economical engines then that would be great, but then on the other hand the Lycoming TIO-540 on the PA31 has proven to be a reliable engine, and being able to lean the Navajo down to 12.5 gallons per engine and still cruise at 150160kts at 4,000 feet is acceptable to my operation.” Recent ‘crazy’ increases in fuel prices mean that the Piper’s fuel economy is more of a problem, reports Sigurdsson. “Yes, I like the Navajo a lot. I believe the fuel cost is bad but one must remember that turboprops are much more expensive to buy and operate and they burn much more volume, and the Jet A1 in comparison to 100LL is not much cheaper, so fuel cost is not less on the turboprops compared to the pistons. “On short flights speed is not the
One major advantage over other light piston twins is the use of jet fuel by its aerodiesel engines, greatly expanding the number of airports where fuel is available. DA-42s are now registered in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Switzerland, Turkey and the UK. VULCANAIR P68
The sleek lines of Tyrone Courtman’s Cessna 310.
issue, but pressurisation might be an issue to get out of weather. Still my biggest concerns are two-fold – the skyrocketing price of fuel and the availability of 100LL.” Other fans of the PA31 have opted to improve its performance still further by taking advantage of the available after-market upgrade packages. One such is Richard Battersby of Neric Limited, who has a Seneca V, but has also invested in a Panther conversion for his PA31-310C. “I bought the plane originally in 1999 as a standard Navajo. After about six months I had it flown to Nashville for the work to be done,
where to refuel in these days of high fuel prices,” he says. It is around 15kts faster than the standard machine, has a better climb rate and stability in turns and significantly greater range. The down-sides of the PA31, that it is becoming more expensive in terms of parts costs and EASA compliance, are easily outweighed. “It is a very solid, rugged aircraft which performs well within limitations,” says Battersby. Most other respondents to our survey were pleased with the aircraft: Gwyndaf Williams of Haverfordwest Air Charter Services (FlyWales) reports very good dispatch rates and reliability; Lisa Humphries of Capital
“The savings in time and hence money are well worth the expense of the aircraft.” then I flew the CAA inspector over to certify it for the UK register and then it was flown back in new form, it was painted and had a new registration,” he says. “It was a good project!” Battersby had the 350 Chieftain engines installed together with the four-bladed Q-tip propellers, the winglets and the long-range locker tanks. There are additional recognition lights built into the winglets. In all, the aircraft carries 242 litres of fuel and has about six hours endurance. “I don’t fly it that far in one go but it gives options about
Air Charter says her company’s six Chieftains are “very adaptable aircraft offering a range of different configurations”; René Jorgensen of Dane Swede Aviation is satisfied with the PA31-325CR; while Ahmad Jahanfar and John Stevens of Eastern Executive Air Charter say the PA31 is a “reliable species” with no bad features. One dissenting voice comes from Piret Prääts of Pakker Avio who is unhappy with maintenance support and value for money as far as the Navajo is concerned. CESSNA 421 Cabin pressurisation and eight-seat configuration combine to make the Cessna 421 series a highly capable aircraft in private and economy charter service. There are B and C models all over the continent, but especially in the UK and Germany. Richard Bateman has a 421B Golden Eagle, selected because it offered the best available combination of range, speed and comfort. “It has a quiet and comfortable cabin, a toilet for long trips, and enough luggage space for golf clubs,” he says. “However, some parts are becoming difficult to find when you are running to EASA regulations, and the cost of Avgas and lack of its availability at some international destinations mean that fuel stops can be required.” His most desired upgrade would be auxiliary tanks and de-icing kit, but: “It is a wonderful aircraft, underrated and great value for money. It cruises at 200kts at 20,000ft.” DIAMOND DA-42 Popular for training, utility roles and personal transport, the Diamond DA-42 is rapidly climbing the popularity charts and new operators regularly find their way into the pages of EBAN. It is at the smaller end of the light twin range with only four seats, but is thoroughly modern with its composite construction and Garmin glass cockpit.
First produced, and often still referred to, as the Partenavia P68, this utility favourite is available factorynew in regular and turbocharged varieties. The type has multiple operators in Denmark, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK especially. Mercè Martí reports experience gained while flying four new Vulcanair P68 Observer 2s, saying they are easy to maintain and that there is good support from the manufacturer. Dispatch reliability is good, as are value and operating capabilities. In short, “it is a fantastic aircraft for aerial work, observation, surveillance, photography and tourist flights.” The worst thing is that, in summer, the cockpit can be too hot. Another highly satisfied fleet operator, this time with seven P68B and one Observer type, is Jeff Nuttall: “Having operated these aircraft for some time we have established a good spares holding. However, the factory has provided timely support for items we do not hold. “With fixed undercarriage and normally-aspirated engines, this is a relatively simple aircraft and we achieve a very high level of dispatch reliability. With the combination of long range fuel tanks and de-icing features and good low speed flying capability this type meets all of our requirements.” The worst thing, says Nuttall, is that magneto and oil filter changes are time consuming. Short of an engine change to one which burns diesel fuel, there is little to fault: “The aircraft has good handling qualities and conversion to type for low experience pilots is very straightforward,” he adds. Former P68 owner Jon Sigurdsson of Atlantsflug ehf says: “The Partanavia P68 is not something to compare to the PA 31 and the Cessna 402, but the P68 is a versatile aircraft and well suited for small operators both for short haul charter and for sight-seeing flights. The aircraft is economical to operate with the Lycoming IO360 and has good cruising speed and payload. The drawback is the price on used and new aircraft which make you look more toward a Piper PA31 that gives you more opportunities for IFR charter and can carry more passengers. But there is no aircraft built that does all you want from one aircraft, so for that reason a Partanavia might fit well within a Piper PA31 or Cessna 402 operation.”
The top ten most popular piston twins around Europe and the Middle East 1. Piper PA34
275
2.* Beech Baron
268
3. Piper PA31
134
4. Cessna 421
128
5.* Diamond DA-42
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6.* Vulcanair P68
87
7.* Britten-Norman Islander
82
8. Piper PA23
80
9. Cessna 310
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10. Beech Duchess
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* Available factory-new.
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B-N ISLANDER As reported in EBAN only last month, the Britten-Norman Islander is now being assembled in the UK once more. The latest version includes enlarged baggage bay door options, three-bladed scimitar propellers, low drag fairings, modern interior, all new ergonomically designed leather seats, on board entertainment options and club seating arrangements. PIPER PA23 Once one of the most popular twin models in Europe, the venerable Apache/Aztec is showing its age and is now mainly in private and flying club operation. The largest population is in France. CESSNA 310 These days you are also most likely to track down a Cessna 310 in France, although there are fleets of four apiece in the hands of Air Atlantique and Air Charter Scotland in the UK. Owning any variety of light twins may be economical compared to turboprops, but it is never going to be cheap. Tyrone Courtman has a 1976vintage Cessna 310R, and loves the performance, load carrying capability, and its looks. “It still remains a personal rocket ship!” he says. However, supplementary inspections required recently have become expensive. “I had the first round at the end of 2006 when the works necessarily included the removal of the gear, tip tanks, rudder and tail, engines and support beams. That took the aircraft out of operation for three months. “Earlier this year I had another
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The other significant expense Courtman encountered was replacing both engines in 2007. “They were 25 years old and were some 100 hours off TBO when I had the CSU high pressure oil feed shaft shear on one which meant I lost thrust shortly after take-off out of East Midlands on the port side. Repair and overhaul was going to be nearly as much as a remanufactured unit and given that the aircraft was going to be out of action while the works were undertaken I decided it was the right time to replace both. Do you remember back then we got over two dollars to the pound? “All my maintenance has been conducted by IAE at Cranfield, and while I would acknowledge they are not the cheapest, I would have no hesitation in recommending them. Andy Baker has known and worked on the aircraft for many years, in fact way before I acquired it. “As regards fuel, I have no issues really, aside from rising costs of course and fears surrounding future
availability of 100LL. You can only reconcile it by acknowledging that it’s never going to be any cheaper! The aircraft has recently had its auxiliary tanks replaced. But I can’t complain really. They were the original items installed by Cessna in 1975.
“For me it’s a bit like a classic car. I love its retro looks....it still looks as good today as when it was made” “I have owned the aircraft since August 2004. Not only was it my first twin, it was my first aircraft. I use it predominantly for pleasure and very occasionally for business. Trips to Copenhagen, Annemasse, La Rochelle, and Lyon have been among the most memorable. But there are many.
“I am the immediate past president of the Turnaround Management Association and used the aircraft to attend a couple of its European conferences in Berlin and Cannes for example.” Harald Urban of Urban Air Bedarfsflug enjoys the speed and reliability of his Cessna 310R Turbo, and sees the best upgrade as switching to a TBM700! Other 300-series Cessnas are also widely used in Europe. These include the Cessna 340 flown by Markus Salomon of CCF Manager Airline, but marketed separately by LPS Rodenkirchen, with which he declares himself satisfied with everything but the operating capabilities. Roche Bentley of Rochair is fully satisfied with his Cessna T303 Crusader: “Marshall Aerospace at Cambridge do a very good job with maintenance. Parts aren’t cheap but they manage to source them. “Compared with a much more sophisticated aircraft the 303 is
ME & MY AIRCRAFT Piston twins
excellent value and can carry six people and luggage. It can operate safely from grass strips and is a great all-round serviceable aircraft. I hope to get another ten years use before Avgas is phased out.” Bentley has both the Garmin 530 and the Bendix colour weather radar installed. BEECH DUCHESS The final entrant in our top ten most prolific piston twins in Europe, the Beechcraft 76 is a T-tail model with counter-rotating propellers. There are occasional aircraft dotted around Europe, but the huge majority of the fleet is in the UK. ■
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Atlantsflug’s PA31 copes well in the challenging conditions of Iceland.
round, which primarily involved the removal of the wings and inspection of the wing spar and attachments. That was another three months out of service. “You have to be philosophical about these works. The aircraft was originally built in 1976 and it was bought by me in 2004.” Courtman continues: “I fell in love with the 310 back in 2002 when I did my instrument rating in one, in the earlier days of Atlantic Flight Training, based out of Coventry. I love the design and performance. For me it’s a bit like a classic car. I love its retro looks, although in my mind it still looks as good today as when it was made in 1976. You simply can’t go out and buy a new 310R today. Arguably, you could get a new Beech Baron, but then that’s at least a million dollars, and while the jury has always been out on which aircraft has the better performance, the 310R for me leaves it standing on its good looks alone! “As regards the SIDs, I have debated whether I place the aircraft on the US register where I understand many of the SIDs are an option rather than the CAA’s mandatory approach. But for me, I am where the CAA is. I’ve reconciled it like this: If I’m taking the family to the Channel Islands I want to know that the aircraft is still structurally sound. If I can’t afford inspections that Cessna recommend (and I appreciate many are driven by Cessna’s desire to cover their litigation risk) then I shouldn’t be flying it. As regards flying and safety, my view is that there can be no compromise!”
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The overall statistics for business aviation movements in Germany, Europe’s powerhouse economy, do not make happy reading. Eurocontrol reports that traffic has declined year-on-year for six years. But our survey reveals a different picture, with the leading and most efficient operators not only maintaining good business, but even increasing flight hours and taking on new aircraft. One is ambitiously looking to acquire another EU-based operator. It may be that Europe’s financial tribulations are only just catching up with Germany, says the European Business Aviation Association. “By comparison, Italy, which was carrying the red lantern in the last six to eight months after the introduction of a special tax on business aviation, has a year-to-date reduction of ‘only’ -3.6%, in line with the rest of Western Europe. “But as surprising as this might seem, Italy’s woes started more than a year ago, making comparisons with the current situation less dramatic. Conversely, Germany, which has been gradually entrapped in the Eurozone slowdown, was until early this year fairing quite well, in stark contrast with today’s situation,� says the EBAA. Certainly, German business aviation passengers might be looking to make savings. Flight-sharing web site Fly Victor reports increasing business there: “The Germanspeaking charter market is of growing importance to Victor with nearly a quarter of our members using German as a first language,� says commercial director, Mike Ryan. “Victor has a dedicated German speaker in its member service department to look after these members and over 20 operators with 100 aircraft in market. We also have a dedicated German web site and have been heavily featured on the German TV news channel NTV.� Germany’s Munich airport tops the list of business aircraft movements per day by some margin although, as with the other top five locations, numbers have been dropping overall since 2006. Munich-based MHS Aviation has recently added a Challenger 604 to its already large fleet of aircraft and helicopters (see front page). “The Challenger has only just become part of our fleet so it is a little early to say how it is performing but we are really impressed so far,� says chief executive Steffen Fries. “We have also added two Dornier 328-100 aircraft which have been performing excellently on three routes for British Airways and for our ACMI charter business. The move to bring the Dornier 328s into the fleet was prompted by an increasing demand for aircraft to handle larger groups of passengers, a factor which has become particularly noticeable in recent times.� It was the capacity of its aircraft that meant that, in June, MHS
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Increased business for leading operators bucks the trend of decline in Germany Business aviation in Germany by the numbers 166
business aviation airports
Major business aviation airports* 1. Munich 2. Hamburg 3. Berlin Schoenefeld 4. Stuttgart 5. Cologne-Bonn
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* ranked by the number of handler, charter, maintenance, sales and training organisations based at each.
211business charter operators Leading fixed-wing charter operators** 1. DC Aviation 2. FAI rent-a-jet 3. Windrose Air Jetcharter 4. FairJets Luftverkehrs 5. Air Hamburg Private Jets
Leading helicopter charter operators** 1. Meravo Luftreederei 2. HTM Helicopter Travel Munich 3. Hahn Helicopter 4. Heli Aviation 5. Heliteam Sud ** ranked by number of aircraft for charter
aircraft 104 business maintenance organisations Leading maintenance centres*** 1. Rheinland Air Service 2. Avionik Plus Flugfunkservice 3. Ruag Aerospace Services 4. Atlas Air Service AG 5. Nayak Aircraft Services *** ranked by number of aircraft types covered
business aircraft on D 1,426 the German register Data extracted from the Handbook of Business Aviation in Europe, and the EBAN reader roster.
The team faces a new challenge as FAI rent-a-jet looks to acquire another EU operator. Pictured from left are cso Volker Lemke, cfo Andrea Dippacher, cao Nico Lange and ceo Martin MĂźhlmeyer.
Aviation was called upon to transport the German national football team to the European Championships. “All of the team were able to fly in the same aircraft while receiving all the benefits of flying in an executive aircraft,� says Fries. Unusually, across the last 12 months MHS Aviation has doubled the number of flight hours per aircraft, a positive development Fries feels is due to a number of factors, but primarily the company’s reliable service. “We also set up a sales team to provide 24/7 service; we can serve almost all requests and no owner’s approval is required for all our aircraft, which makes us very, very flexible. “We are now in a really strong position having expanded the fleet
ACM’s factory new Global Express XRS.
and dramatically increased our number of flight hours. I believe that our business plan has enabled us to take advantage of the growth in demand for aircraft that have greater passenger capacity, plus we have implemented the previously mentioned strategies, which has also been a very positive move.� However, one negative factor
MHS Aviation has noticed is that there has been downward pressure on the price per flight hour, due to overcapacity in Europe. A major contributor to the company’s growth would be the sales team of Ulrike Maibaum and Tim Brandecker, says Fries. “Their professionalism, hard work and 24/7 dedication to the highest standards of customer service have been a fundamental factor in the growth of MHS Aviation over the last 12 months.� Future plans centre around the arrival of the new Challenger 604 which the company aims to integrate seamlessly into the fleet, while ensuring that brokers and clients are fully aware of the new passenger and range capabilities on offer. “The addition of the 604 means that we are
Claus Wasserthal: switching bases to cut landing fees.
able to offer long distance and transatlantic flights, we have noticed a growing demand for these flights in recent times,� Fries adds. “To further consolidate our growth we are expanding the sales team, investing in a number of IT solutions (including FOS from Rockwell Collins) and have plans to manage more aircraft in the near future. Having been established for 34 years we are looking forward to a very successful 35th year.�
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Following the successful cooperation with the Deutschen Lufthansa Berlin-Stiftung last year, the Business Aviation Centre Cologne (BACC) again handled sightseeing flights by the Junkers 52 in Cologne in 2012. Probably the best known Lufthansa aircraft, the JU52 with the
historic registration D-AQUI again offered sightseeing flights over Cologne. At the time of writing, 23 flights had taken place and all were handled by BACC. At the end of the year around 30 flights are expected to have been handled. Deputy station manager Christopher KlĂźfer says that BACC
offers the ideal requirements to enjoy the event as comfortably as possible. Passengers booked on the flights are welcomed by BACC staff and served coffee, soft drinks and snacks. After security checks, passengers are then taken to the aircraft in vip minivans. Flight times vary between
30 and 60 minutes and include a short briefing by the crew before departure. In this briefing the pilots provide passengers with general information about the aircraft and its history. After the flight over the Cologne and Bonn area passengers are returned to base.
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AIRCRAFT NEWS... Ten is fastest
A fleet overhaul is planned at Star Wings Dortmund.
Marketing and sales manager Irena Dimitrijevic at Jet Executive International Charter reveals that flight hours per aircraft have increased this year. Alongside its passenger and freight charter services, the company’s air ambulance business is thriving, presenting plenty of challenges. “We are mainly an air ambulance provider and therefore we operate unusual flights almost each day. We operate worldwide and repatriate people of all nationalities and origins with extreme and extraordinary diseases. At the end of the day we often save lives,” says Dimitrijevic. A fleet comprising a Challenger 600, three Learjet 35, a King Air 200 and a Learjet 55 operates from bases at Frankfurt and Munich airports. Plans for the remainder of 2012 are simple: “To fly at least as much as the years before and complete more successful missions while saving people’s lives,” she adds. Not too far behind Munich in the number of business aircraft movements is Stuttgart airport, where ProAir Aviation GmbH has one of its bases, along with Dusseldorf. The company’s accountable manager Marko Heigel believes that quality pays for itself: “Our passengers like our Citation III, with its real wood floor and equipment. The pilots are highly experienced flying the aircraft.” Alongside the Citation based in the Netherlands and Germany, a Learjet 31A is based in Germany, Falcon 2000 in Kiev and a brand new Citation XLS+, set to join the fleet imminently, will have a base in Moscow. Of current business levels, Heigel says: “We are satisfied at the moment, but final figures for the year 2012 are difficult to predict.” AirGO Flugservice is headquartered at Mainz but does charter business all over Europe with its four P180 Avantis. “We have a lot of customers in France, Switzerland, England, Italy and Spain, but we also fly regularly to Greece and Lebanon,” says the company’s Daniela Flierl. Since the foundation of the company, AirGO reports that it has seen a continuous increase in flight hours and business volume. “Even during the worst years of the crises, the numbers increased by about 10 per cent each year,” Flierl states. “At the moment we don’t see a change in the trend of business volume – but flights are booked at short notice.” AirGO makes a particular point of focusing on cabin comfort and catering and Flierl says that the company achieves customer satisfaction through the whole team working together. “Without each specialist doing their job with deep understanding of the customer’s needs, and without dedication to his job and his clients we cannot reach our goals and satisfy our clients,” she explains. With the goal of increasing business during the winter months, new sales manager Jasmin Seibel has just joined the team in Germany, with responsibility for key accounts
Jet Executive’s Irena Dimitrijevic is part of a life saving service.
ADAC Luftrettung is well practised in carrying out tricky lifts.
and new business. Another aircraft is planned for 2013 and the intention is to increase flights in the Middle East. “We got certification for the area three months ago.” Flierl concludes: “Of course, we continuously work on the improvement of our service to ensure the smooth organisation of flights, for example implementing new software, new telephones, increasing staff numbers. We are always looking for new technology and improving safety and comfort.” A fleet overhaul is under way at Star Wings Dortmund Luftfahrtgesellschaft mbH which will operate six CJ series aircraft, a Citation XLS and a King Air 200, with expectations that a further CJ2+, a CJ3 and a CJ4 will join the fleet. From a main base at Dortmund and sub-bases in Mülheim an der Ruhr and Paderborn, the company’s main business is passenger and medical flights. Quality manager Captain Frank Achner reports that the most recent addition to the fleet, a King Air 200, has proved itself a real workhorse, with outstanding performance mainly for medical flights but also for charter. Achner says: “The economic and banking crisis had no effect on our business; our flight hours have increased in the past year, especially in the last three months.”
Star Wings intends to extend its business with an additional base in southern Germany. Helog Lufttransport is based at W A Mozart airport, Salzburg, operating passenger charter and air ambulance flights. Although hours have increased and the economic situation does not appear to have affected business levels, general manager Wolfgang Zagel still singles out the sales manager as the most important member of the team: “It is getting more difficult to get contracts,” he says. The fleet comprises three Eurocopter SA330J, two Bell 212, two BO 105 and a recently acquired Bell 412, that Zagel reports is performing most satisfactorily. Put simply, Heliteam Sud intends to keep its flight hours at current steady levels by concentrating on attracting new clients. Peter Thoma, ceo, reports that the two most recent arrivals in the fleet, a Bell 407 and 206L, are both proving outstanding in terms of performance, dependability and costs. Charter services available from its two bases at Bremen and Manching airports include passenger and freight, survey, photography, aerial works and leisure. A challenging rescue at sea took place earlier this year when HEMS crew ‘Christoph 26’, operated by ADAC Luftrettung, came to the aid of a passenger on a pleasure cruiser in a spectacular winching operation out in the North Sea. When the passenger became gravely ill, he had to be taken to hospital immediately since there was nothing the ship’s medical officer could do for the patient on board. At the time, the cruiser was on an easterly course about 8nm north of the German islands of Borkum and Juist. After medical handover on the vessel, the patient was placed in a rescue bag, winched on board the rescue helicopter and flown to the nearest adequate hospital. In extremely gusty wind and turbulence caused by the massive ship superstructures, the tricky winching operation went exactly by the book. The company reports that flight hours increased about 5.7 per cent from 2010 to 2011 and, in common with the majority of our respondents, has not seen the negative effects of the European economic crisis. In April, an EC 135 P2 joined the fleet, operating as Christoph 16 out of Saarbrücken. For the remainder of 2012, ADAC says it has modest plans: “Nothing but to save as many lives as we can on our missions. And we hope our crews will always return from their deployments safe and unharmed.” Seeking to benefit from lower landing fees, Helicopter-Service Wasserthal GmbH has relocated its base from Hartenholm to Uetersen, although Claus Wasserthal says the company will often use Hamburg airport, where its offices are located. Services available include Arctic and Antarctic operations, passenger, Continued on next page
Cessna’s Citation Ten has regained prominence as the fastest civil aircraft in the world with an increase of its maximum speed to Mach .935. Cessna announced the speed record with partner, racing team owner Chip Ganassi. “My teams compete in nearly 70 races a year and I try to make it to as many as I can,” says Ganassi. “The races might be on the same weekend and sometimes even on the same day and thousands of miles apart. So like any business owner, time is one of my most valuable assets.”
Latitude to fly still further Cessna has increased the planned range of its new midsize jet, the Citation Latitude, to 2,500nm. “Our customers were pleased when we increased the range from 2,000 to 2,300nm early this year, but we know that getting to 2,500nm was imperative,” says Bob Gibbs, vp, international sales, South America. Scheduled for its first flight in mid-2014 and designed for a crew of two plus up to eight passengers, the aircraft will have a maximum altitude of 45,000ft and a maximum cruise speed of 440kts.
Legacy 650 heads for high airports The Legacy 650 has been certified for High Altitude Landing and Takeoff Operation in Brazil, with EASA and FAA approvals expected to follow shortly. The Lineage 1000 was similarly certified in March this year. The 650 can now access highaltitude airports up to 13,800 feet including La Paz, Bolivia and Shangri-la, China.
Aircraft deliveries are growing The US General Aviation Manufacturers Association reports that aircraft shipments increased by 5.9 per cent in the first six months of 2012 compared to 2011 while the value of the deliveries rose 13.2 per cent. “We are starting to see positive signs in the 2012 shipment data,” says GAMA’s president and ceo, Pete Bunce. “When coupled with the positive trend we are seeing in the used market, we may finally be witnessing the start of our recovery.” Business jet deliveries showed a 13.1 per cent increase to 294, and turboprop deliveries also improved to 243 units.
FAA certifies Gulfstream G280 The Gulfstream G280 aircraft has earned its type certificate from the FAA. “Gulfstream is excited to bring this aircraft to its customers, especially since we are able to provide a plane that does more than we originally announced,” says Larry Flynn, president, Gulfstream. “The G280 has a range of 3,600nm at Mach 0.80. This increase of 200nm over our original projections results in increased fuel efficiency and lower operating costs for our customers. It is the only mid-sized aircraft that can reliably fly non-stop between London and New York. Additionally, our customers will find that the newly designed G280 has a great deal in common with large-cabin Gulfstream aircraft in terms of safety, reliability, handling, styling and cabin management. The G280 is an all-around fantastic plane.”
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photography, leisure and off-shore charter, which have resulted in an increase in demand to around 350 hours per helicopter over the past year. Although experiencing an increase in flight hours this year, Hapag-Lloyd Executive (HLE) managing director Christoph Todt admits the economic crisis in Europe has affected business to an extent. HLE is a sister company of TUIfly Germany and, while Todt says that being a member of a larger group does not enhance business connections, it does help to join forces where it makes sense, such as fuel purchasing. “We do, for example, make use of TUIfly Germany’s flight ops system. We also cross utilise some staff such as myself – I am cfo of TUIfly and md of HLE at the same time,” he says. At bases in Dusseldorf and Hannover, Hapag-Lloyd Executive provides corporate flights for the group, and charter for up to 12 passengers on its Challenger 300 and 604. One of the company’s more interesting contracts involved carrying out flights abroad for a Europa League football club. K5-Aviation offers aircraft management for long range aircraft and started charter operations at the beginning of June. Flight operations
Air ambulance business is thriving for Jet Executive International Charter.
manager Erik Scheidt reports a successful start: “The last two months were very efficient and our Global Express flew 100 hours performing mostly long range trips. “More trips are already booked, although most of the flights are usually performed at short notice, which is no problem for the K5 team. Their experience and professionalism makes every trip possible, even at short notice.” Scheidt points out that, with
special operational approvals or participation in the US Visa Waiver programme, K5-Aviation can offer almost any destination in the world. “Smooth operation relies on effective management, assigning tasks only to well-known and efficient partners.” The small K5-Aviation management team ensures it is always in reach for the crew, the charter and operations team and the owner. “The owner of the Global
Express is satisfied with the revenue as well as with the reliability of the K5-Aviation team. The start has been a great success and will surely carry on in equal measure,” Scheidt says. One operator finds that a large fleet, with multiples of the same type, reaps its rewards. Air Hamburg Private Jets’ director of marketing and sales Mike Ulka explains: “The more XLS+ and CJ3 we have the more demand is rising. Why? Very simple – the more aircraft you fly of the same type, the higher the probability of having an aircraft available close to the customer. Short ferry times bring us in the position to offer competitive prices.” Air Hamburg’s fleet comprises two Citation 550/551, four Citation 560XL, three CitationJet 525 series, Super King Air 200 and two BN-2 Islanders. “The last aircraft we acquired was a fourth Citation XLS+ in April 2012. The market loves it like the three others we operate,” says Ulka. Looking at the effects of the banking crisis in Europe, Ulka reveals that demand has not tailed off, although sensitivity to pricing has increased: “The decision if you
Heron Aviation operates a pair of Falcon 900EX aircraft.
make the flight or you stay on the ground depends on €100 difference in pricing.” With bases at Hamburg and Palma de Mallorca, the company carries out a variety of charter missions, including passenger and freight, survey, filming, leisure and offshore services. For the future, Ulka believes that the company will benefit from strengthening its team of dispatchers with additional, highly experience flight ops officers and the installation of a new flight operations system. At the head of the flight ops team is Jan Strobel, of whom Ulka says: “The management and training of his team guarantee satisfied passengers every day. As a result of this image, we can count vvips like film star Brad Pitt as passengers.”
Jet card comparison service launches in the German market
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Aircraft charter broker Chapman Freeborn has launched its Jet Card Comparison service in Germany, allowing business travellers to explore their options by crosschecking the pricing and capabilities of their current provider with private air charter at no cost or obligation. With its partners Fractional Jet and Fractrade Europe, Chapman Freeborn can also provide support to customers looking to exit existing fractional and jet card contracts.
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Charter specialists at the company can review past or future planned trips and compare with current market prices at the time of travel; if this reveals that the contract is to the customer’s disadvantage, the customer will be advised of their most suitable options. Markus Hilchenbach, head of passenger charter Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Scandinavia, says: “It is a different world than it was 10 years ago. Business models that made financial sense in the 1980s and 90s are no longer viable in the current economy. And who can predict where their business will be six months from now, much less in three years? “Already an impressive number of business travel clients have left their existing programmes with the help of Chapman Freeborn and partners. Due to changes in budgets and demand, these clients have switched to flexible chartering and have discovered the benefit of ad-hoc charter which brings added value, leading to greater cost control.”
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A flight from Santiago de Chile to Shanghai presented a logistics challenge for ACM Air Charter, based at Karlsruhe and Frankfurt. “Beside the paperwork for flights to China, we were faced with the interesting question about the best place for a technical stop,” explains Jonas Kraft, director sales and marketing. “Covering a distance of more than 10,000nm, we could fly via Europe, or via an airport in the South Pacific, or via the west coast of America. We evaluated a bunch of possible places and their advantages and disadvantages. In the end we decide to fly via San Francisco due to the wind situation on the day and the support for the aircraft during the fuel stop and the crew change.” ACM most recently acquired a Global Express XRS, replacing an older model, and are appreciative of its performance and reliability. Across the fleet, flight hours have increased, particularly in the long haul and ultra-long haul sectors, a trend the company intends to continue as the year progresses. According to Kraft, the whole team is behind the company’s success in the areas of aircraft management, fractional operation, passenger and freight charter. “We are not focused on having particular stars in our team. All parties, especially people in the background, such as accounting, maintenance and cleaning personnel, are as important as pilots and operations staff.” A slump in business in 2009 took time to recover from for Aveo Air Service, but ceo Dietmar Riess is positive about the future. “Well, 2009 was quite a bad year; in the blink of an eye we lost almost all business vip orders. We also lost a contract with a major bank in Germany for which we had been flying many years. It took about two years until the situation got better and flights were booked again.
Captain Jan Strobel’s management is key to Air Hamburg’s success.
“The current crisis does not influence our business operations. Our flight training academy has got a decent increase in students. This might be connected with the fact that banks don’t give much interest and therefore people are willing to spend their money on exclusive hobbies. Consequently, we do not expect to be affected by the crises any longer, because our percentage on vip flights is below five per cent.” From its bases at EssenMuelheim, Dinslaken Schwarze Heide and Aachen-Merzbrueck, Aveo operates a helicopter charter fleet of EC120, AS350, MDH 600, BO105, R44, MDH 500 types, most recently joined by a Eurocopter AS 350 B3 vip, for vip transport and TV and aerial filming. “This is the most powerful single engine helicopter you can get. Our B3 is equipped with a three-axis autopilot and therefore able to fly under IFR conditions, although unfortunately not in
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Delivering smooth flying performance is Aveo Air Service’s Eurocopter AS 350 B3.
Germany,” says Riess. “The performance is just as we had expected it to be. No problems concerning the power at all, even if it is fully loaded. A very nice and smooth flying helicopter.” Most respondents to our survey state that each member of staff is equally important and in this respect Aveo is no different. Riess explains: “Every member and employee of our company is a specialist, everybody has his/her special skills and contributes to the team. Our company is more like a family than a real business company. We want everybody to be qualified and experienced and therefore we spend quite a lot of money for our crews to get them on a higher level when performing their duties. “Furthermore, we are not aiming at a specific increase in our annual turnover, in our business it is more important to create a brand that people remember and makes them share the fascination about helicopters.” A change in business strategy has brought rewards. “Due to a significant change in our products we have been able to increase flight time by 20 per cent and have decreased the block times by 17 per cent at the same time. So our overall concept in distributing our trips and products leads to more efficient flights. That is to say, the overall turnover per flying hour has also increased.” Riess adds: “On the one hand we fly more efficiently, on the other hand we save maintenance costs.” And for the remainder of 2012, Aveo is looking to acquire a new base near Frankfurt, allowing the company to close the gap in the area of Northrhinewestfalia to the south. “We are also establishing new projects, especially for photography and aerial filming. We are already in the process of planning our tours to southern Spain to bridge the winter time in Germany.” With a fleet of six BN-2 Islanders at its German bases of Harle, Wangerooge, Langeoog and Baltrum, LFH Luftverkehr Friesland Harle carries out passenger and freight charters, survey/surveillance, aerial works and sightseeing trips. During the winter months, a pair of BN-2 Islander aircraft operate out of Pärnu and Kuressaare in Estonia to provide island services. The company considers the Islander its workhorse on the short hops and short runways on the islands, and expects to update to newer models in the future. This year flight hours have decreased slightly, with a company spokesperson saying: “Since 2011 in Germany we have a head tax per passenger when boarding an aircraft. This affects our service and we have schedules with decreasing passenger figures up to 15 per cent.” Conversely, Martin Helbling of Basel-Mulhouse and Zurich-based Heron Aviation reports a stable client base helping produce a 12-15 per cent increase in flight hours over the past year, making it no surprise
CHARTER BROKER NEWS... CF combines Dubai and Sharjah Chapman Freeborn Aviation Services has merged its Dubai and Sharjah offices, and relocated them to the Dubai Airport Free Zone. Eliska Mundell, general manager of Chapman Freeborn Dubai, says: “We are confident the amalgamation of both offices will create a more streamlined organisation, which will continue to provide the optimum logistical solutions for our valued clients.”
New faces arrive at Hunt & Palmer
Jasmin Seibel heads up AirGO Flugservice’s sales team.
that keeping clients happy is a top priority for the future. A fleet of Learjet 60 and Falcon 900 types carry out passenger charters, with a recently added second Falcon 900EX living up to the standards set by its stable mate. With flight hours up by 15 per cent over the past year, the most negative impact of the current economic climate cited by FAI renta-jet AG chairman Siegfried Axtmann is the increase in interest rates for aircraft financing by banks. From its bases at Nuremberg and Vnukovo, the company’s varied fleet of Learjet types, Challengers and Global Express offer services from passenger charter to medevac and hazardous freight transport. A more recent addition is a CL 604 operating in Africa under a longterm charter agreement. An overall team effort is what Axtmann attributes FAI’s success to, and that team will have a substantial new challenge in the future: The company is actively seeking to acquire another EU operator. ■
Tina Ross and Max Hooper have joined the executive aviation team at Hunt & Palmer. Ross, a very experienced broker, has an aviation career spanning 25 years with a number of industry-leading companies. Hooper has previously worked with another executive aviation broker. Neil Harvey, director of executive aviation says: “The new staff are an investment in what the organisation considers to be its most important asset, its highly professional and expert charter managers.”
US business on the rise Turkish charter broker Afdair reports that cargo charter business continues to decline, but that passenger charter including private jet and helicopter charter is holding steady. “We are doing more business from the USA to Europe/Middle East and also from the USA to the Far East this year,” says Emre Islek. “We are concentrating more on projects rather than single charters, like live-animal air charters, because when it is complicated and requires more knowledge than there are fewer competitors,” Islek explains.
Euro-zone operators win UK charter business The Euro is having an impact on the charter market share on UK flights, says PrivateFly, with a notable increase in northern European aircraft operators winning charter business in the UK market. Looking at UK return flights and UK domestic flights during June, July and August, the company reports a 21 per cent increase in charter flights booked with European operators versus the same period last year. Adam Twidell comments: “Euro-zone operators are winning business on price, even when you allow for increased positioning costs.”
Wilkinson takes the helm at TCC The Charter Company has appointed Emma Wilkinson (pictured above) as director following the departure of md Julian Burrell. Wilkinson joined the company in August 2011 and is looking forward to taking up her new position. “I wish Julian the very best and will relish this opportunity to work with the team to build the business further and to continue to deliver an outstanding service to our clients.”
Bunnies from Playboy Club London take the controls.
Jetlogic partners Playboy
Comprehensive Germany data online free-of-charge The 2011/12 EBAN Handbook of Business Aviation in Europe is out now, and gives details of many more German charter operators. It also lists business aviation facilities and services including airports, FBOs and maintenance centres. The details can be accessed online through a search of aircraft operated or the airport bases. For more information please visit www.handbook.aero
Private aviation firm Jetlogic has established a partnership with Playboy Club London to offer members the chance to enjoy Jetlogic membership for no additional fee. This means members of Playboy Club are able to hire private jets through Jetlogic on a maximum fixed hourly rate. This is the latest in a series of partnerships with organisations such as the Global PA Network. Chief executive Leigh Wilson believes that strategic partnerships with key companies will be significant for the growth and expansion of the business: “Through these new partnerships, Jetlogic has already seen a 40 per cent increase in its jet card membership and 20 per cent increase in ad hoc charters in the last few months.
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O P E R AT I O N S N E W S . . . MFD approved for Cessna 400 series Avidyne has received approval from EASA for the installation of its EX600 multi-function display in Cessna 400 series aircraft. “We are very thankful to the very capable folks at IAE Ltd for pursuing this AML approval and for making it available as a reference document for others installing the EX600 as well,” says Bill Schillhammer, Avidyne’s director of international sales.
CEPA lobbies in Poland CEPA, the membership organisation for private aviation in central Europe, staged a forum on the future role of aviation in civil transport at the 22nd Economic Forum in Krynica, Poland. “Sometimes CEPA members come with issues regarding aviation policies in central Europe,” says founder Dagmar Grossman. “For example, one of our members mentioned a persistent problem that he faces every time he decides to use FBOs. Taxation affects his competitiveness due to a rationale based on old legislation – with our participation in events like this, you can be sure I will take their concerns to the right people.”
Jet Aviation announces EMEA team Jet Aviation has restructured its EMEA and Asia organisation by forming two separate regional divisions, and appointed Stefan Benz as vp MRO and FBO services of its EMEA operations. Benz recently led the reorganisation of the sales department by creating a local sales structure, and now oversees MRO and FBO operations in
Dubai, Dusseldorf, Jeddah, London Biggin Hill, Moscow Vnukovo, Riyadh and Zurich.
Universal Avionics opens second office Universal Avionics is to open a second European satellite sales office in London, in September. “As our European customers encounter the increased EASA regulatory requirements and congested airspace, our on-site knowledge and experience will help support them navigate the demands for new, emerging avionics technology,” says Robert Clare, director of sales.
Sabiha Gokcen offers 24-hour service ExecuJet Middle East and Bilen Air Service in Istanbul are extending their partnership to include aircraft handling at Sabiha Gokcen airport, thus providing 24/7 support capability to the city following the recent introduction of general aviation flight restrictions at Istanbul Atatürk airport.
Nemec takes safety brief for EBAA The European Business Aviation Association has appointed Andrea Nemec as manager responsible for safety and rule-making. Nemec’s responsibilities will cover monitoring EASA rulemaking and technical developments affecting aviation operations, licensing and certification; analysing and assessing the implications of safety rule-making for business aircraft operators; participating in regulatory and technical activities; and steering the development of EBAA policy on technical, safety and operational matters.
Meals on two wheels Inflight catering provider Alison Price On Air has introduced a Honda Diversion 700 motorbike to its delivery fleet. Daniel Hulme, md, says: “We’re anticipating we will use the bike mainly for last minute requests at Biggin Hill, Stansted and Luton, and maybe even Southend.”
BGAD is all about networking – solid business links in an informal atmosphere
Cambridge prepares for another splendid day of business aviation The largest UK Business & General Aviation Day – BGAD12 – takes place at Cambridge Airport on Tuesday September 18th from 10.00-16.00. This will be the eighth time that EBAN has partnered with Cambridge Airport to host the day, now firmly established as a key event in the UK business aviation calendar. Demand for booths has necessitated a move to the larger Hangar 22 at the airport, and BGAD will this year have a dedicated entrance into the hangar. Joining the hosts this year are ExecuJet, who now operate Cambridge’s superb FBO, as well as resident companies Marshall Executive Aviation and Marshall Business Aviation. BGAD organiser Mark Ranger told EBAN: “Visitors and exhibitors at BGAD comment most of all on the attractiveness of a business aviation event that takes place on a single day, with over 40 exhibiting companies, an accessible static aircraft display, luxury cars from a number of manufacturers plus excellent networking.” The nearby Newmarket Road Park and Ride will be where visitors to BGAD will be directed, with free parking supported by a free shuttle to the show courtesy of First Class Cars. Cambridge-based East Anglian Air Ambulance has chosen BGAD12 to launch the first ever night-capable air ambulance helicopter (see page 14). This will join the static display, which once again showcases a wide range of business aircraft. BGAD is open to professional visitors, and is free to attend. Visitors can pre-register at www.bgad.aero until September 14th to save time.
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2Excel Aviation operates a number of business streams under its own UK AOC: • BroadSword – Personalised air travel. BroadSword currently manages three King Airs based at Sywell and Cambridge. • The Blades Aerobatic Team – the only aerobatic display team in the world that also operates as an airline, providing a powerful platform for unique aviation events and flying experiences. • Scimitar – Operates a fleet of three Navajo PA31 aircraft employing industry-recognised test and evaluation techniques. • Sabre – Contract air services that customers buy off-the-shelf.
AkzoNobel is the largest global paint and coatings company and is a major producer of speciality chemicals. Based in Sassenheim, Amsterdam and Waukegan, Chicago we employ 60,000 people and are committed to excellence and delivering tomorrow’s answers today.
AIR SUPPORT A/S BOOTH: 7 Telephone: +45 7533 8889 Email: sales@airsupport.dk Web: www.airsupport.dk Air Support specialises in pc-based flight planning software systems with integrated web based crew briefing services known as PPS – Preflight Planning System and CrewBriefing aimed at corporate and commercial business aircraft operators, regional/charter/cargo, national airlines and military operators as well as service providers. Today, the PPS solution is used by aircraft operators throughout 32 countries who daily operate more than 300 aircraft types and versions. The PPS software solution is powered by Lufthansa Systems’ worldwide navigation data including all global route restrictions.
AIRCLAIMS GROUP BOOTH: 42 Telephone: +44 208 897 1066 Email: enquiries@airclaims.com Web: www.airclaims.com Airclaims is the leading provider of claims, risk and asset management services to the global aviation industry. Founded in 1964, we handle in excess of 2600 assignments each year via a network of 18 offices worldwide. For more than four decades, we have been the organisation that people turn to when they require the very highest levels of industry knowledge and risk expertise.
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Email: info@airops.co.uk Web: www.airops.co.uk Airops Software Ltd specialises in the design and development of software and IT systems for the aviation industry. In business since 1989, we are based at Farnborough Airport in the UK. Airops undertakes a wide variety of consultancy tasks for our customers, although we are perhaps best known for our two leading aviation software products: AIROPS 5: for aircraft operators and brokers; and AIROPS Movement-Exec: for airports, handling agents and FBOs.
AVCARD BOOTH: 13 Telephone: +1 410 771 2701 Email: avcard@avcard.com Web: www.avcard.com World Fuel Services is a Fortune 500 company with over 25 years of experience working with business aviation. Leveraging the highly-experienced staff of AVCARD & BaseOps, World Fuel Services is able to offer unprecedented service in the supply, quality control, logistical support and price risk management of fuel, trip planning and related services. World Fuel Services contract fuel is the largest and most comprehensive fuel program in the industry with prearranged fuel available at more than 3,000 locations around the world.
AVIALOGISTICS BOOTH: 10/11 Telephone: +44 1252 554 000 Email: tracy@avialogistics.com Web: www.avialogistics.com Founded at London’s Heathrow Airport in 1988, Avialogistics Limited is the UK’s oldest business aircraft cleaning company. We support aircraft at all London airports and a number of other UK locations. Avialogistics offers a vip valeting service and provides both internal and external cleaning, brightwork polishing, silver polishing, leather cleaning, and carpet cleaning. We are also able to negotiate preferential rates with third parties for leather treatment and restoration, fireproofing and Teflon coating.
AVIATION INFO TECH BOOTH: 56 Telephone: +44 1223 264 393 Email: pgmait@aol.com Web: www.aviationinfotech.com Aviation Info Tech (AIT) is a flight operations consultancy that comprises a team of highly skilled aviation professionals – with many years experience in aviation management – covering the spectrum of passenger/cargo, short/long haul, flag carrier, charter and low cost schedule airlines.
AVIATION QUALITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES BOOTH: 22 Telephone: +44 1702 531 858 Email: info@aqms.org.uk Web: www.aqms.org.uk IS-BAO accredited SMS, certification services,
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safety, technical documentation, maintenance compliance and continuation training for operators, MROs manufacturers and Part 147 training schools. You know your business; we are here to help with IS-BAO accredited/EASA compliant SMS, EASA and maintenance compliance. Providing quality and airworthiness management support and audits; company expositions and procedures writing; troubleshooting, training, safety management systems (SMS). Support for health and safety, import/export CofAs, surveying aircraft and records for ARC reviews and technical reports.
BALTIC AIR CHARTER ASSOCIATION PART OF THE MARSHALL GROUP
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LifTow, a division of Marshall Land Systems (MLS), offers electric aircraft tugs that provide a towbarless solution to move aircraft. Using a system that cradles an aircraft’s nose wheel, LifTow tugs eliminate the need for aircraft specific fittings while offering significantly enhanced manoeuvrability due to a single point of articulation. LifTow offers an extensive range of tugs able to move aircraft of less than 10 tonnes up to 100 tonnes ramp weight.
Web: www.baca.org.uk BACA represents the interests of commercial aviation companies particularly in the air charter industries and markets. Membership includes air brokers, charter airlines, airports, business aircraft operators, freight forwarders, consultants and others.
BORLEY BROTHERS BOOTH: 25 Telephone: +44 1223 294156
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Email: kimbutler@borley-brothers.co.uk Web: www.borley-brothers.co.uk Borley Brothers Engineering provides a diverse range of services, which include bespoke aircraft docking equipment, ground support equipment, test rig manufacture and general steel fabrication, for a wide range of industries.
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BOOTH: 46 Telephone: +44 1223 373 717 Email: enquiries@cambridgeaeroclub.com Web: www.cambridgeaeroclub.com Cambridge Aero Club is one of the longest established flight training schools in the world. Based at Cambridge airport, we’ve been training pilots for more than 60 years. Our highly
The BGAD static display The static aircraft display at BGAD 12 is once again showcasing all sectors of business aviation, as well as cars. Please note that aircraft availability is always subject to operational considerations, so if you intend visiting BGAD to view a particular aircraft, please check the BGAD web site – www.bgad.aero for late changes to the line-up.
Aircraft on display Marshall Executive Aviation • Challenger 300 • Citation Bravo • Citation XLS Embraer Executive Jets • Phenom 300 Cessna • Citation CJ2+ • Citation Sovereign 2Excel Aviation • Beech King Air
GAMA AVIATION
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experienced instructor team has an infectious enthusiasm for flying and teaching. Between them, they have amassed an unrivalled level of instructing expertise and have become highly specialised in everything from basic flight instruction to advanced aerobatics.
CAMBRIDGE AIRPORT BOOTH: HOSTS Telephone: +44 1223 373 535 Email: airport.operations@cambridgeairport.com Web: www.cambridgeairport.com Cambridge Airport has 24/7 capability, Customs and Immigration services, and excellent travel links to London. With a 2km runway and no slot restrictions, the airport can accept public transport aircraft up to Boeing 757 size.
CAPITAL AIR SERVICES BOOTH: 26 Telephone: +44 1865 370 739 Email: operations@capitalairservices.co.uk Web: www.capitalairservices.co.uk Capital Air Services Limited is a long established corporate helicopter management and charter company with operational bases in London, Oxford, Cambridge, Stansted and Manchester. We provide charter flights by helicopter or aeroplane from any UK location to anywhere the client requires to visit – subject to operating restrictions. We offer a door to door service and will interline with jets providing seamless travel.
EMBRAER EXECUTIVE JETS AIRCRAFT DISPLAY Telephone: +44 1252 526 123 Email: simon.burrows@embraer.fr Web: www.embraerexecutivejets.com With its best-in-class performance, the Phenom 300 exceeds the expectations of light jet capabilities. The spacious Phenom 300 cabin, designed in collaboration with BMW Group DesignWorksUSA, provides passengers a comfortable cabin washed in abundant natural light. The Phenom 300 has a commanding ramp presence and larger aircraft features such as an airstair, single-point refuelling, and an externally serviced lavatory.
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Gama is a global business aviation services provider, founded in 1983 in the UK by Marwan Khalek and Stephen Wright. Gama employs over 400 personnel and operates over 80 business aircraft around the globe and over 30 operating bases. The group’s companies and affiliates hold EUOPS, FAA Part 135 and UAE GCAA charter certificates, EASA, FAA and GCAA Part 145 maintenance approvals, EASA Part 21 design and manufacture approvals and offer business aircraft charter, management, FBO, maintenance, design, valeting and aviation software services.
Telephone: +44 1276 857 888 Email: info@gamaengineering.co.uk Web: www.gamaengineering.co.uk Fairoaks based Gama Engineering affords a comprehensive design, manufacturing, certification, maintenance, repair, overhaul and modification service for fixed and rotor wing aircraft operators, fully validated by EASA/FAR Part 145 approval status in addition to a full turnkey EASA Part 21J design, Part 21G manufacturing and Part 21M continued airworthiness management services accreditation. Gama Engineering is committed to proactively supporting aircraft and helicopter operators in transitioning their fleets to both the next generation of avionics and the latest offerings in cabin management systems and aircraft interiors.
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Luxury cars, plus models from Marshall Motor Group’s many franchises, always grace the BGAD static area. This year, there is planned to be a special surprise. Check the BGAD web site to find out more: www.bgad.aero
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The London Heliport is the capital’s only licensed heliport, established over 50 years ago. Accessible from 07:00 to 23:00, seven days a week, the heliport offers discrete handling services catering for numerous celebrities, dignitaries, heads of state and business leaders on a routine basis. Since being acquired in February 2012 by the owners of London Oxford Airport, incentives are now available with heavily discounted fees for users of both ports.
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LONDON OXFORD AIRPORT BOOTH: 27 Telephone: +44 1865 290 600 Email: ops@oxfordairport.co.uk Web: www.londonoxfordairport.com London Oxford has been the fastest growing business aviation airport in the UK for the last five years, with a longer, stronger runway, ILS, new primary and secondary radar for 2012 and an award-winning FBO facility. With excellent opening hours possible from 06:00 to midnight, seven days and Cat 6 RFFS for aircraft up to A319/BBJ-size, Oxford’s capabilities have radically changed. The airport now has 35,000 square metres (8.6 acres) of heavy jet hard standing available and has increased hangarage by 80 per cent in the last five years for aircraft up to 737-800 size.
MARSHALL BUSINESS AVIATION HOST Telephone: +44 1223 373 260 Email: steve.amner@marshallaerospace.com Web: www.marshallbusinessaviation.co.uk Marshall Business Aviation specialises in the conversion, modification, maintenance and support of Cessna Citation aircraft, with a Cessna Authorised Service facility for the Citation 500 series aircraft that can complete warranty work. Marshall Business Aviation can undertake standard maintenance and service work and project manage cabin refurbishments, and livery can also be changed in the company’s own paint shop.
MARSHALL EXECUTIVE AVIATION HOST Telephone: +44 1223 399 299
The first night-capable air ambulance helicopter in England and Wales is to be displayed at the BGAD 12 show. The Eurocopter EC 135 T2e – Anglia Two – is the second helicopter to be operated by East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) and will be based at Cambridge. Anglia One is based at Norwich. EAAA is a charity and serves Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk, in association with the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust and the Essex and Hertfordshire Air Ambulance to provide a comprehensive service across all six counties. The new fleet addition has been delivered from Eurocopter in Germany to Bond Air Services, who are leasing the helicopter to EAAA and are completing the onboard
BOOTH: 54 Telephone: +44 207 193 7024 Email: kurt@rocketroute.com Web: www.rocketroute.com For GA pilots and AOC operators flying in Europe. RocketRoute is the new standard for fast, simple and convenient flight planning – saving you time and money.
SPRUNG INSTANT STRUCTURES BOOTH: 20 Telephone: +44 1908 488 100 Email: uk@sprung.com Web: www.sprung.com
East Anglian Air Ambulance’s new EC135 T2e shown on arrival in the UK from the manufacturer in Germany
equipment before presenting Anglia Two to the charity at BGAD 12. The EC135 T2e helicopter will enable EAAA’s highly skilled doctor
and critical care paramedic crews to access and treat casualties in unlit and difficult terrains during the hours of darkness.
Sprung Structures. For the customer looking for a fast, versatile building alternative, Sprung is the company that leads through innovation and reliability by providing a highly versatile alternative to conventional construction. Used in a variety of sectors but within the FBO and MRO aviation market we provide hangars, warehousing and support accommodation.
TAG GLOBAL TRAINING BOOTH: 5 Telephone: +44 1252 379 032 Email: crewtraining@tagaviation.co.uk
Email: enquiries@marshallexecair.com Web: www.marshallexecair.com Founded as the executive jet charter specialists within the Marshall Group of companies in 2003, the focus of Marshall Executive Aviation is the provision of the finest quality of service to the discerning jet traveller throughout Europe, Africa, North and South America and Russia. We own and operate a small fleet of Cessna and Bombardier aircraft, on a UK Air Operator Certificate, with the full back up of an in-house Citation Service Centre. As such we are in an unrivalled position to service your travel needs.
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The Ocean Sky Group is made up of six companies whose services and expertise offer the solution to every private aviation need: Aircraft charter, aircraft ownership services, sales and acquisitions, engineering, interior design and FBOs. Headquartered in London, with further operations in Italy, Spain, Russia and the UAE.
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Megadoor Hangar Doors are sold through Crawford sales companies and distributors and are custom designed to the customer’s exact specification. There is virtually no limit to size or configuration of a Megadoor. Hangar doors have been supplied to MRO facilities throughout the world. Crawford also supplies industrial doors and loading bay equipment for baggage handling areas, emergency service buildings and cargo sheds. All products are backed up with the corporate strength and organisation of the Crawford Group.
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PLUM AND IVORY CASHMERE BOOTH: 45 Telephone: +44 20 8392 0632 Email: info@plumandivory.co.uk Web: www.plumandivorycashmere.co.uk Plum & Ivory Cashmere was established in 2010 and specialises in designing and making luxury travel accessories including cashmere eye masks, unisex tube socks, travel neck cushions, hot water bottle covers and travel wraps and blankets for the private jet and super yacht markets. Our cashmere eye masks were included in The Independent’s Ten Best Travel Gifts December 2011 and referred to as “sublimely comfortable... there is no more luxurious way to get some shuteye on a long-haul flight” by The Sunday Times in April 2012. We will be exhibiting at BGAD for the first time this year.
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TIM LEACOCK AIRCRAFT SALES BOOTH: 28 Telephone: +44 1258 818 181 Email: tim@timleacockaircraft.com Web: www.timleacockaircraft.com Tim Leacock Aircraft Sales Ltd is the officially appointed Cessna Citation Authorised Sales Representative for the UK. This year we are celebrating 12 years of new Citation sales and since 1998 have sold over 100 Citations into the UK. The company was established in 1980 and has built up a large and loyal client base through our close attention to detail. Our emphasis has always been to provide a seamless path to aircraft ownership and to allow our customers to enjoy, to the fullest extent, the magical benefits that only a private aircraft can offer.
VECTOR AIRCRAFT SERVICES BOOTH: 51 Telephone: +44 1294 316 556 Email: info@vectoraircraftservices.com Web: www.vectoraircraftservices.com Vector is an established independent provider of asset management and continuing airworthiness services, brought together as a team committed to providing exceptional service levels by challenging and simplifying the way in which we can assist owners/lessors and operators to manage their assets. Using our many years of commercial and business jet experience, our whole team seek to continually innovate to provide the most cost effective and risk free support for your asset or operation.
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Challenger 604 This aircraft has undergone all recent inspections and is being offered with a fresh 48 month, 96 month and 192 month gear inspection completed. Enrolled on the GE on Point engine program, CAMP, and an APU service plan, this aircraft is well suited for extensive flying without any significant scheduled maintenance coming due. Andrew Pearce Tel: +44 7557 237730 Innotech Aviation. Email: andrew.pearce@innotech-execaire.com
Impeccably maintained CL604. The interior is configured to offer both a comfortable business working environment with excellent rest facilities and delightful family & dining environment with large rear monitor for entertainment. It has an excellent operating pedigree – worth a viewing. Andrew Pearce Tel: + 44 7557-237730 Innotech Aviation. Email: andrew.pearce@innotech-execaire.com
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Forward and aft lav. Contact: Thierry Huguenin. Tel: +49 911 36009 375 or +1 561 771 1322 FAI rent-a-jet AG. www.rent-a-jet.de. Email: JetSales@fai.ag
CESSNA Challenger 604
1999, D-AFAA, S/N 5397 | EU-OPS 1. Available for sale or lease. 6,873 hours. GE OnPoint, MSP Gold, 3-FMS, 12 pax interior refurbished in November 2011. Contact: Thierry Huguenin - FAI rent-ajet AG at tel: +49 911 36009 375 or +1 561 771 1322 FAI rent-a-jet AG. www.rent-a-jet.de. Email: JetSales@fai.ag
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Challenger 604 VP-CAP, The owner has appointed Innotech as its new exclusive broker.
S/N 5364, 5,903 TTAF, engines on condition. Collins ProLine IV, Honeywell EGPWS, Collins TCAS II w/Change 7. Dual Collins FMS-6000 FMS w/dual GPS4000, DVD, VCR, 9 Pax. Tel: +1 403 291 9027 John Hopkinson & Associates. www.hopkinsonassociates.com. Email: sales@hopkinsonassociates.com
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London Biggin Hill Airport Brand new 5m by 8m serviced offices available in the new terminal hangar. Ideal for AOC or private Ops.
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1985, Airframe TT: 8,576, Cycles: 6,755, TSO: 1,304, Pro Line II, GNS-XLS, GPWS, CVR. New windows 2007, RVSM, Freon air, cosmetics refreshed and Permaguarded. $995,000 As-Is, Where-Is, How-Is. Tel: +1 403 291 9027 John Hopkinson & Associates. www.hopkinsonassociates.com. Email: sales@hopkinsonassociates.com
D-AFAM, Entry into service in 2000, S/N 9028 | EU-OPS 1. Available for sale or lease. 4,734 hours. Smart Parts Plus, R/R Corporate Care. Brand new interior including woodwork and fresh 8C inspection. Trade-ins welcome! 14 pax + 2-seat crew rest area configuration.
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Citation Ultra Citation Ultras available. Honeywell Primus 1000 3-Tube EFIS, Honeywell GNS-XLS FMS, Honeywell MKVII EGPWS, Honeywell TCAS II w/Change 7, w/ski tube. Recently Permaguard. Recently refreshed interior. Fresh phase 1-5. Zero engine option. Tel: +1 403 291 9027 John Hopkinson & Associates. www.hopkinsonassociates.com. mail: sales@hopkinsonassociates.com
Falcon 900EX 1999, S/N 048. This aircraft has an excellent pedigree, having been operated on UK registry since new. Operated by TAG Aviation UK on behalf of a London FTSE listed group for last ten years. Maintained to highest standards. No damage history. Major 2C check and Landing Gear Overhaul January 2012. Andrew Pearce Tel: 44-7557-237730 Innotech Aviation. Email: andrew.pearce@innotech-execaire.com
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Due to expansion, Perfect Aviation welcome expressions of interest from individuals or companies interested in Hangarage, Parking or the taking of office space at London, Biggin Hill airport. Immediate availability. Exclusive occupancy of the hangar/offices would be considered. For further details please contact: Paul Forster Tel: +44 1959 788 003 Mob: +44 7824 468344 pforster@perfect.aero
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Minimum requirements: Applicants MUST be a UK resident (no exceptions), have an FAA ATP with first class medical and have a jet Type Rating. Total times and jet times flexible dependant on the applicant’s qualifications and overall experience. A Lear 45 Type Rating, International Procedures training certified and TransAtlantic experience would be a definite advantage. Permanent position based in Southern UK. Interesting routes covering the Middle East, North / South America, Far East.
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The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is a European Union agency promoting the highest standards in safety and environmental protection in civil aviation in Europe and worldwide. EASA’s Executive Director is the legal representative of the Agency, responsible for leading and managing a dynamic international organisation with about 700 employees based in Cologne. The Executive Director has the responsibility for achieving and advancing the Agency's objectives. The successful candidate will have: 15 years of professional experience with five years in the area of Air Transport Activities; A proven track record of at least five years experience of high-level management; A sound knowledge of European and international aviation policy and legislation; Experience and understanding of working with EU Institutions and Member States authorities; and A thorough knowledge of an official EU language and a satisfactory level of a second, with English being the international language of aviation. A full job description, selection criteria and application details can be found on the Europa website (http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/human-resources/working_senior_mgt_en.htm) and in the Official Journal of the European Union, C 266 A (publication - 04/09/2012). Closing date: 2 October 2012, 12:00 p.m., CET Your safety is our mission. "Your safety is our mission."
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