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India’s aviation industry is at an exciting point, advancing to firmly establish itself as the fastest growing aviation market. According to CAPA, Indian airlines are set to put orders for up to 1,700 planes within the next two years. Air India’s recent historic 470-plane purchase order that caught the attention of the nation and the world alike has been a major push in that direction. Air India announced signing letters of intent with Airbus and Boeing, as well as major engine manufacturers. A report on the same by Ayushee Chaudhary highlights the details.

India’s long-term forecasted growth in air traffic, and availability of a large pool of skilled aviation technicians and engineers also position it well to become a key regional player in the commercial aviation sector. Additionally, the Government’s push to expand regional air connectivity through UDAN has proved encouraging. The RCS UDAN scheme has great potential that needs to be smartly harnessed. A report by Sanjay Bhatnagar underlines this regional connectivity boost.

One of India’s leading regional airlines, Star Air is an all-Embraer jet operator, offering daily flights to multiple destinations across the country, most of which are part of the UDAN scheme. In an extensive interview with SP’s AirBuz, Arjan Meijer, President & CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation touched upon the same and talked about how Embraer has created a niche for itself as an aircraft manufacturer and its plans for the future, including turbo-prop and electric propulsion aircraft.

Additionally, to support India’s ambitions to become a global cargo hub, Boeing recently announced an agreement with GMR Aero Technic to establish a new Boeing Converted Freighter line in Hyderabad. The facility is expected to add to Boeing’s $1 billion supply chain sourcing from India. A report with details from the announcement along with a quick interview with Boeing India President, Salil Gupte is also a part of this edition.

This edition also includes a report by Anil Chopra on Unmanned Urban Air Mobility (UUAM) being the next happening thing in civil aviation. He highlights the various companies that are developing the next generation VTOL vehicles, their types, the major concerns in their implementation and their journey ahead. In another report, he extensively writes about the top engine manufacturers in the world, the top four being GE Aviation, Pratt & Whitney, RollsRoyce, & Safran (CFM International). He details the journeys of manufacturers as well as the landscape of engine manufacturing moving forward and how India can utilise this segment. Another report by Sukhchain Singh further details the Pratt & Whitney engine family, especially for the commercial and regional aircraft. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units.

All this and more in this issue of SP’s Airbuz Welcome aboard and we wish you many happy landings!

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JAPAN AIRLINES SELECTS 737-8

Appointments

New Appointments At Atr

Bernard Marquez has been appointed Head of Quality at ATR, effective March 1, 2023. He takes the lead of an integrated and independent Quality function.

Stefano Marazzani has been appointed SVP Customer Support & Services effective from January 16, 2023.

Daniel Cuchet has been appointed SVP Engineering of ATR effective from February 1, 2023. Daniel held the position of Chief Engineer at ATR since 2019.

EMBRAER APPOINTS ANDREZA ALBERTO AS VICE PRESIDENT OF PEOPLE, ESG AND COMMUNICATION

Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) have finalised an order for 21 super-efficient 737-8 jets. The versatile 737-8 will position JAL to strengthen its domestic and regional network as passenger traffic continues to return to pre-pandemic levels. JAL intends to begin introducing the airplanes into its fleet from 2026.

The 737 MAX will provide JAL with greater range and fuel efficiency, reducing both fuel use and carbon emissions by 15 per cent compared to the airplanes the airline is replacing. In addition, the 737 MAX is a quieter airplane, creating a significantly smaller noise footprint than the airplanes it replaces. The 737 MAX family has the latest CFM International LEAP-1B engines, advanced technology winglets and other aerodynamic enhancements to improve performance. More than 50 airlines globally are operating over 900 737 MAX airplanes.

SAUDIA TO GROW LONG-HAUL FLEET

Embraer announced that Andreza de Souza Alberto will be the new Vice President of People, ESG and Corporate Communications. The change becomes effective on February 1, 2023.

Florence Minisclou Appointed New Cfm Executive Vice President

As part of the CFM Executive Team, Florence Minisclou is responsible for overseeing the CFM56 and LEAP programmes to monitor engineering, development, production, and services activities for these programmes. Minisclou also serves as Vice President of CFM programmes for Safran Aircraft Engines.

New Engineering Leader At Boeing

Howard McKenzie, the top engineer at Boeing’s commercial airplanes unit, is the new Chief Engineer and Executive Vice President, Engineering, Test & Technology. Effective March 1, 2023, McKenzie takes over leadership of the company’s 57,000 engineers worldwide, overseeing all aspects of safety and technical integrity of Boeing products and services.

will support the country’s goal of serving 330 million passengers and attracting 100 million visitors annually by 2030.

SAUDIA currently operates more than 50 Boeing airplanes on its long-haul network, including the 777-300ER (Extended Range) and 787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliner. The additional 787s complement SAUDIA’s existing fleet, enabling it to effectively harness the value of the 777 and 787 families.

RIYADH AIR TO LAUNCH WITH ALL-BOEING FLEET

options for an additional 33 787-9s. Based in the capital city, Riyadh Air will play a key role in growing Saudi Arabia’s air transport network.

“The new airline reflects the ambitious vision of Saudi Arabia to be at the core of shaping the future of global air travel and be a true disrupter in terms of customer experience,” said Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air.

Lufthansa Orders Airbus A350

Boeing and Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) announced the national flagcarrier will grow its long-haul fleet with the selection of up to 49 787 Dreamliners. SAUDIA is set to purchase 39 787s, with a further 10 options, utilising the outstanding efficiency, range and flexibility of the Dreamliner to sustainably grow its global operation. The agreement will include both 787-9 and 787-10 models.

This agreement is part of Saudi Arabia’s wider strategic plan to transform the country into a global aviation hub. In total, Saudi Arabian carriers announced today their intent to purchase up to 121 787 Dreamliners in what will be the fifth largest commercial order by value in Boeing’s history. This

Boeing and Riyadh Air announced that the new Saudi Arabian carrier has chosen the 787 Dreamliner to power its global launch and support its goal of operating one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the world.

Owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Riyadh Air said it will purchase 39 highly efficient 787-9s, with

Lufthansa Group has signed an agreement with Airbus to expand its fleet by 10 Airbus A350-1000s and five Airbus A350-900s. With this firm order for the latest generation widebody aircraft, the airline will continue its decarbonisation trajectory. Compared to the previous generation of aircraft, the A350 consumes significantly less fuel, with a corresponding reduction in emissions.

In addition to the agreement on the purchase of the new aircraft, Airbus and Lufthansa have also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further strengthen their cooperation in the field of sustainability and future technologies. This includes the intensified use of sustainable aviation fuels, the further optimisation of operations through a more efficient flight management and exploration into the use of hydrogen.

The A350 is the world’s most modern and efficient widebody aircraft and the long range leader in the 300-410 seater category. The A350’s clean sheet design includes state-of-the-art technologies and aerodynamics delivering unmatched standards of efficiency and comfort. Its new generation engines and use of lightweight materials make it the most fuel efficient large widebody aircraft. The A350’s Airspace cabin is the quietest of any twin-aisle and offers passengers and crews the most modern in-flight products for the most comfortable flying experience. At the end of January 2023, the A350 Family had won 925 firm orders from 54 customers worldwide, making it one of the most successful wide-body aircraft.

Eva Air Boosts Sustainable Fleet

senger and freighter models, with one 777 Freighter on order.

Air New Zealand And Embraer To Collaborate

CBSA license holders are provided the highest level of CFM support and training, as well as expanded access to proprietary overhaul and repair technology as they work with CFM customers globally to provide comprehensive maintenance solutions. Given the commercial success of the LEAP engine family that entered into commercial service in 2016, demand for LEAP MRO services will grow rapidly in the coming years. More than 5,000 LEAP engines have been delivered to customers worldwide, with more than 10,000 engines still in the backlog.

P&W ANNOUNCES GTF MRO FACILITY IN JAPAN

Boeing and EVA Air finalised an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing’s super-efficient widebody jet. EVA Air’s follow-on investment in the 787 will enable the airline to further reduce carbon emissions and sustainably grow its fleet. Built with lightweight composite materials and powered by advanced GEnx engines, the 787-9 will provide the five-star airline with increased capacity, greater range and 25 per cent better fuel efficiency compared to earlier-generation jets. EVA Air’s 787 fleet has provided the airline with added flexibility on long-haul routes to North America, Europe and Asia. The Taipei-based airline currently operates a fleet of 10 787s, including four 787-9s and six 787-10s. With this new order, EVA Air has unfilled orders for seven 787-10s and nine 787-9s. EVA Air also operates one of the world’s largest 777 fleets with more than 40 airplanes, including pas-

Air New Zealand has signed an agreement with Embraer to join its Energia Advisory Group – a group of airlines, lessors, manufacturers and other aviation experts advising Embraer’s Energia project developing sustainable aircraft for the future.

Embraer also becomes a long term partner in Air New Zealand’s Mission Next Gen Aircraft initiative, working alongside Air New Zealand to accelerate the development and introduction of zero emissions aircraft technology for regional fleet in New Zealand. The companies will work together on the design requirements for next-generation sustainable aircraft. Air New Zealand is a unique airline with complex mission and fleet requirements with significant domestic business, connecting customers and cargo to 20 different regions around New Zealand.

MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND OVERHAUL (MRO)

Cfm And St Engineering Sign Service Agreement

CFM International and ST Engineering’s Commercial Aerospace business have signed a CFM Branded Service Agreement (CBSA) for LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. Under the terms of the CBSA, ST Engineering will provide the full scope of LEAP Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) services for operators worldwide.

ST Engineering is the first provider in Asia to join the LEAP MRO network under a CBSA agreement. Comprehensive MRO services will be provided at their facility in Singapore.

ST Engineering has been a LEAP MRO network provider since 2020, providing quick turns for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. The company will also add this year test cell capabilities for LEAP-1B engines. This CBSA agreement further expands their scope to provide a full range of maintenance solutions for LEAP engines to the highest standards.

The Pratt & Whitney GTF MRO network welcomed its second operational facility in Japan, and 11th worldwide, with the addition of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Aero Engines Ltd (MHIAEL), part of Japanese Aero Engine Corporation. MHIAEL, a Pratt & Whitney maintenance partner since the Wasp engine and most recently the PW4000 and V2500 engines, have inducted their first PW1100G-JM engine at their facility in Komaki, Japan. This is part of the overall expansion of their facility, adding the latest technologies to increase efficiency. Having completed the industrialisation process, secured the required certifications, and finished the necessary training, the shop is ready to provide full disassembly, assembly and test capability for the A320neo family, bringing more immediate support for customers in the Asia-Pacific region.

Industry News

Boeing Doubles Saf Purchase For Commercial Operations

Boeing has agreements to purchase 5.6 million gallons (21.2 million litres) of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to support its US commercial operations through 2023. These agreements more than double the company’s SAF procurement from last year. In 2021, Boeing committed to deliver its commercial airplanes capable and certified to fly on 100 per cent SAF by 2030.•