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Frontier Airlines commenced services on 18 November between Orlando, the second busiest airport on its network this winter and Detroit
Southwest Airlines St. Louis to Orange County
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KLM's first Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Schiphol is named 'Sunflower'
The first Boeing 787 Dreamliner is named “Sunflower”. The name was unveiled by KLM President & CEO Pieter Elbers shortly before the aircraft departed from Seattle.
On arrival, the aircraft will briefly taxi past the plane-spotters lookouts and Panorama Terrace at Schiphol. The new arrival will then head to the hangar for the final KLM checks.
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Skydive Dubai adds maiden Twin Otter-400
Skydive Dubai also operates legacy Twin Otter-300s, Cessna (single turboprop) Grand Caravan 208Bs and a PC-6.
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Delta to retain fourteen B757s past 2017
Airline spokesman Michael Thomas told Bloomberg news this week that given the change in circumstances, the jets would now be refurbished instead.
"These fourteen B757s still have plenty of useful life and will receive similar nose-to-tail cabin upgrades as we've done on other domestic aircraft," he said.
Delta uses its B757-200s on domestic US flights as well as on regional services to Canada, the Caribbean, Central and South America, as well as to Europe. The US carrier recently acquired five more B757-200s from Shanghai Airlines (FM, Shanghai Hongqiao) with four currently undergoing predelivery maintenance checks at San Antonio Int'l.
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Tianjin Airlines Takes Delivery of 20th A320 Aircraft
A brand new Airbus A320 aircraft in the livery of Tianjin Airlines (GS) landed smoothly at Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) on Friday morning. It is the Tianjin-based carrier's 20th A320.
The A320, Registration B-8066, featuring a configuration of 174 all-economy seats, is the second aircraft of the type that the airline has received this month and the fifth A320 joining the airline this year. To date, the Tianjin-based carrier operates a fleet of 87 aircraft, including 22 E145s, 45 E190s and 20 A320s.
The airline plans to take delivery of two more A320s and two more E190-200s in December to supplement capacity for the 2016 Spring Festival travel rush.
Tianjin Airlines continues its fleet renewal and route expansion in 2015, a year of transformation for the airline. The airline plans to launch long-haul international flights to the major cities in North America and Europe in 2016 after taking delivery of its first A330 wide-body aircraft.
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quarta-feira, 25 de novembro de 2015
ETIHAD AIRWAYS WELCOMES GUESTS TRAVELLING ON THE AIRLINE’S FIRST A380 FLIGHTS BETWEEN ABU DHABI AND THE US
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American Airlines Adds A321Sharklet New York – Boston Service from Dec 2015
American Airlines starting 17DEC15 plans to introduce Airbus A321Sharklet (32B) aircraft on New York JFK – Boston route, operating on 3 of 4 daily flights. The A321Sharklet aircraft operating on this route is configured in 2-class layout.
Note this route will be operated by 737-800 and Airbus A319 between 05JAN16 and 10FEB16. Service operates with A321Sharklet and 737-800 once again from 11FEB16.
AA144 JFK0755 – 0905BOS 32B x67
AA144 JFK0830 – 0934BOS 32B 7
AA084 JFK1200 – 1302BOS 32B 67
AA391 JFK1200 – 1302BOS 32B x67
AA235 JFK1540 – 1658BOS 738 5
AA199 JFK1545 – 1703BOS 32B D
AA235 JFK2035 – 2145BOS 738 x5
AA1262 BOS0600 – 0719JFK 738 D
AA144 BOS0945 – 1059JFK 32B x67
AA144 BOS1025 – 1134JFK 32B 7
AA198 BOS1342 – 1500JFK 32B D
AA2567 BOS1743 – 1914JFK 32B D
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Dimonim Air leasing two Twin Otter-300s
terça-feira, 24 de novembro de 2015
THE 8TH BATCH OF THE UPGRADED AN−32 WAS PASSED TO INDIAN AF
On November 19, 2015, five modernized AN−32RE light military transports were passed to Indian Air Force. It was a final batch completing works on overhaul, modernization and service life extension of 40 airplanes. According to the contract’s terms, the 8th batch of the aircraft was modernized at SE Plant 410 of Civil Aviation with active participation of ANTONOV Company, the aircraft designer, and more than 20 other enterprises.
In accordance with the contract, 65 AN−32s have to be overhauled and reequipped into the AN−32RE model at BRD−1 plant of Indian AF in Kanpur with participation of Ukrainian enterprises. Till present, two airplanes were upgraded at this plant. Nowadays, Indian specialists are working on four such airplanes.
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The contract on repair and modernization of 105 AN−32s of Indian AF between Ukraine and India was signed on June 15, 2009. State Self−Supporting Foreign Trade Company SPETSTECHNOEXPORT, subsidiary of UKROBORONPROM State Concern, was selected as the main contractor from Ukrainian party. ANTONOV Company, SE Plant 410 of Civil Aviation, which also included into UKROBORONPROM State Concern, became the subcontractors.
AN−32 light transport was developed by ANTONOV Company on the order of Indian AF. It can be operated in various climatic conditions including hot climate (up to +55oC) and owing to high thrust−to−weight ratio it is capable of operation from/to the elevated airfields (up to 4500 m above sea level) with difficult approaches. Often AN−32s are the only aircraft able to provide connection between mountain settlements and big cities. The AN−32 deliveries were started in 1984.
The decision on the AN−32 modernization was taken because of lack of the proper replacement. Owing to high manoeuvrability and reliability the AN−32 was called as “Silver horse” in India.
New modification of the AN−32 was developed at ANTONOV Company. It was designated as AN−32RE (i.e. reequipped). While upgrading, the airplanes are fitted with up−to−date equipment providing higher level of flight safety, including air collision avoidance system, ground proximity warning system, satellite navigation system, distance measuring equipment, upgraded radio altimeters, new radar with two multifunctional indicators, new oxygen system and improved seats for crew members. The aircraft payload is increased up to 7.5 t.
Airbus A320neo receives joint EASA and FAA Type Certification
Paving the way to first delivery
The world's best-selling single aisle aircraft, the A320neo, has received joint Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on 24th November 2015. The certified aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney Pure Power PW1100G-JM engines.
The EASA A320neo type Certificate was signed by EASA’s Certification Director Trevor Woods and the FAA A320neo Type Certificate by Jeffrey Duven, FAA Manager of Transport Airplane Directorate - Aircraft Certification Service. The Type Certificates were handed over to Airbus’ Executive Vice President Engineering, Charles Champion and Airbus A320neo Chief Engineer Pierre-Henri Brousse.
“This double seal of approval represents a great achievement for Airbus. It recognizes the hard work performed by all the teams at Airbus and Pratt & Whitney. It demonstrates the A320neo is meeting all requirements,” said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO. “The A320neo is now cleared for its first delivery and ready to offer many airlines its winning combination of unbeatable economics and outstanding cabin comfort.”
The A320neo successfully completed a rigorous programme of certification which tested its airframe and systems well beyond their design limits to ensure the aircraft successfully met all airworthiness criteria.
The three flight test aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney engines successfully accumulated over 1,070 flight hours in some 350 flights. Of these 1,070 flight test hours, 300 were completed with the same aircraft in an airline like environment to ensure operational maturity at entry into service.
The A320neo with Pratt & Whitney engines is the first variant in the NEO Family to receive Type Certification. The A320neo with CFM engines will be certified in the coming months, the A321neo and A319neo in both engines variants will follow.
The A320neo Family incorporates latest technologies including new generation engines and Sharklet wing tip devices, which together deliver more than 15 percent in fuel savings from day one and 20 percent by 2020 with further cabin innovations. Launched on 1st December 2010, the A320neo offers airlines an engine choice between the Pratt & Whitney Pure Power PW1100G-JM and the CFM International LEAP 1A engines. With more than 4,300 orders received from over 75 customers since its launch in 2010, the A320neo Family has captured some 60 percent share of the market.
Boeing Delivers Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ First Direct-Purchased Next-Generation 737-800
SEATTLE, Nov. 24, 2015 – Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Biman Bangladesh Airlines today celebrated the airline's first direct-purchased Next-Generation 737-800 as part of the country’s national airline’s fleet modernization plan.
“We are extremely satisfied with the Next-Generation 737-800 which has earned a worldwide reputation for its reliability and operational efficiency,” said Kyle Haywood, Managing Director & CEO, Biman Bangladesh Airlines. “Biman Bangladesh is on target to expand and modernize its fleet as well as offer our passengers a superior onboard experience.”
As part of the first phase of its fleet modernization plan, the Dhaka-based airline currently operates a total of six Boeing 777s and two Next-Generation 737-800s. With this delivery, Biman Bangladesh Airlines adds one additional 737-800 and has four 787 Dreamliners on order.
Boeing is very proud of Biman Bangladesh’s confidence in our products and we are certain the 737-800 will support the airline’s fleet modernization and operational efficiency goals,” said Marty Bentrott, vice president, Sales, Middle East, Russia and Central Asia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes “We look forward to continuing this partnership well into the future.”
Boeing, BOC Aviation Announce Order for 22 737s
Deal for 11 Next-Generation 737s and 11 737 MAX 8s fulfills growing customer demand for new technology, fuel efficient airplanes
SINGAPORE, Nov. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and BOC Aviation, announced an order for 22 737 airplanes, building on the leasing company's existing order book to fulfill customer demand.
The order, consisting of 11 Next-Generation 737-800s and 11 737 MAX 8 airplanes, will be posted to Boeing's Orders and Deliveries website once finalized.
"This order demonstrates our continued confidence in the Next Generation 737 aircraft for its proven high performance, reliability and asset value," said Robert Martin, managing director and chief executive officer of BOC Aviation. "The Next Generation 737 economics are very attractive to our customers. With the 737 MAX, we are investing in new technology aircraft to meet our customers' long-term fleet planning requirements."
In addition to today's announcement, BOC Aviation has ordered 167 737 airplanes, including 50 737 MAXs and 16 777s.
"BOC Aviation has played an important role in the success of the 737 program and we're delighted they have again put their confidence in Boeing and the 737 family," said Dinesh Keskar, senior vice president, Asia Pacific and India Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "This new order, on top of the 2014 order for 80 737s, is proof of BOC Aviation's leading position in the leasing market, providing its customers with the most reliable and fuel-efficient single-aisle airplanes."
The 737 MAX incorporates the latest technology CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets and other improvements to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the single-aisle market. The new single-aisle airplane will deliver 20 percent lower fuel use than the first Next-Generation 737s and the lowest operating costs in its class – 8 percent per seat less than its nearest competitor.
BOC Aviation is a leading global aircraft leasing company with a portfolio of 253 owned and managed aircraft operated by 59 airlines worldwide in 29 countries, with commitments to acquire 203 aircraft, as of 30 September 2015. BOC Aviation, owned by Bank of China, is based in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London, Seattle and Tianjin.
Boeing, EVA Airways Finalize Taiwan's Largest Ever Commercial Airplane Purchase
Deal includes up to 24 787-10 Dreamliners and two 777-300ERs
EVA joins 787-10 launch customer airline group, will be first Taiwanese carrier to operate Dreamliner
SEATTLE, Nov. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA] and EVA Airways today finalized a historic order for up to 24 787-10 Dreamliners and two 777-300ER (Extended Range) jetliners. The order, valued at more than $8 billion at current list prices, marks the largest single commercial airplane purchase in Taiwan aviation.
"EVA participated in development of the Boeing 777-300ER and became a launch customer in 2005," said EVA President Austin Cheng. "From that first delivery through today, we operate 22 of these high-performance long-haul aircraft. We believe the future of the airline industry will be built on fuel efficiency and cabin comfort. The new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner's high fuel efficiency and long-range flying capabilities meets these requirements and our operational needs. These planes will support our growth well into the future."
EVA Airways becomes the newest Dreamliner customer and will join the 787-10 launch customer team as one of the first airlines in the world to introduce the newest member of the 787 Dreamliner family.
"We are honored to welcome EVA Airways as Boeing's newest member of the 787-10 Dreamliner launch customer group," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner. "For many years, EVA Air has been pushing the boundaries of aviation. Ten years ago, EVA was a launch customer for the 777-300ER. With today's order, Boeing is proud to continue playing an integral role in revolutionizing Taiwan's aviation history as EVA becomes one of the first customers around the world to operate the 787-10."
EVA Airways continues to modernize its long-haul fleet to replace aging aircraft and plans to grow its fleet to more than 100 units by 2020. These new 787-10 Dreamliners will allow the airline to expand into new markets. They will be deployed on medium-range and long-haul flights and will be operated in tandem with the 777-300ERs to form the backbone of EVA Airways' fleet.
EVA Airways currently operates more than 40 Boeing airplanes and with today's order, the airline's backlog will increase to 37 airplanes, which includes fourteen 777-300ERs, five 777 Freighters and eighteen 787-10s.
EVA Airways' 777-300ER fleet continues to grow and the carrier is the world's eighth largest 777-300ER operator in the world and fourth largest in Asia.
The 787-10 will be the third and longest member of the super-efficient 787 family. With its greater passenger and cargo capacity, robust range and passenger-pleasing features, the 787-10 will complement EVA's Boeing widebody fleet while setting a new benchmark for fuel efficiency and operating economics.
The 787-10 will be 25 percent better in fuel and emissions than the airplanes it replaces and more than 10 percent better than anything offered by the competition for the future.
EVA joins 787-10 launch customer airline group, will be first Taiwanese carrier to operate Dreamliner
"EVA participated in development of the Boeing 777-300ER and became a launch customer in 2005," said EVA President Austin Cheng. "From that first delivery through today, we operate 22 of these high-performance long-haul aircraft. We believe the future of the airline industry will be built on fuel efficiency and cabin comfort. The new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner's high fuel efficiency and long-range flying capabilities meets these requirements and our operational needs. These planes will support our growth well into the future."
EVA Airways becomes the newest Dreamliner customer and will join the 787-10 launch customer team as one of the first airlines in the world to introduce the newest member of the 787 Dreamliner family.
"We are honored to welcome EVA Airways as Boeing's newest member of the 787-10 Dreamliner launch customer group," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner. "For many years, EVA Air has been pushing the boundaries of aviation. Ten years ago, EVA was a launch customer for the 777-300ER. With today's order, Boeing is proud to continue playing an integral role in revolutionizing Taiwan's aviation history as EVA becomes one of the first customers around the world to operate the 787-10."
EVA Airways continues to modernize its long-haul fleet to replace aging aircraft and plans to grow its fleet to more than 100 units by 2020. These new 787-10 Dreamliners will allow the airline to expand into new markets. They will be deployed on medium-range and long-haul flights and will be operated in tandem with the 777-300ERs to form the backbone of EVA Airways' fleet.
EVA Airways currently operates more than 40 Boeing airplanes and with today's order, the airline's backlog will increase to 37 airplanes, which includes fourteen 777-300ERs, five 777 Freighters and eighteen 787-10s.
EVA Airways' 777-300ER fleet continues to grow and the carrier is the world's eighth largest 777-300ER operator in the world and fourth largest in Asia.
The 787-10 will be the third and longest member of the super-efficient 787 family. With its greater passenger and cargo capacity, robust range and passenger-pleasing features, the 787-10 will complement EVA's Boeing widebody fleet while setting a new benchmark for fuel efficiency and operating economics.
The 787-10 will be 25 percent better in fuel and emissions than the airplanes it replaces and more than 10 percent better than anything offered by the competition for the future.
Red Wings eyes ex-Transaero Tu-214s
Red Wings (Russia) (WZ, Moscow Vnukovo) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Evgeny Klyucharev has confirmed his airline is in talks with lessor Ilyushin Finance Co. to take over three Tu-214s formerly in service with Transaero Airlines (UN, Moscow Vnukovo).
The three aircraft - RA-64509 (msn 42305009), RA-64518 (msn 42305018), and RA-64549 (msn 42305013) - have been parked at Moscow Domodedovo following Transaero's collapse last month.
Klyucharev told journalists in Moscow last week that the Tu-214s would increase Red Wings' network coverage given the type's added range over the Tu-204 model of which Red Wings currently operates nine.
Aside from the Tupolev Design Bureau (Moscow Zhukovsky) twinjets, Red Wings also operates five SSJ 100-95s with plans to add five more airframes next year.
All of Red Wings' aircraft are leased from IFC.
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