quarta-feira, 30 de novembro de 2011
American Airlines força redução de custos com recurso à protecção de credores
 Presstur 29-11-2011 (14h37)A American Airlines, que foi a maior companhia aérea do mundo até às fusões da Delta com a Northwest e da United com a Continental, anunciou hoje o recurso à protecção de credores, o Chapter 11 da legislação de falências dos EUA, para conseguir uma “estrutura de custos e da dívida” que seja competitiva. O Board do grupo “determinou que uma reorganização [enquadrada] no Chapter 11” é o que melhor defende os interesse da companhias e dos seus stakeholders, diz a comunicação da AMR, holding da American Airlines e da American Eagle sobre a decisão anunciada hoje. Analistas citados pelas agência de notícias comentaram que a American Airlines vai passar agora pelo processo que as suas maiores concorrentes passaram a seguir aos atentados de 11 de Setembro de 2001, em que tiveram que recorrer ao Chapter 11 para se reestruturarem. O comunicado da AMR frisa que apesar de recorrer à protecção de credores a actividade da American Airlines, American Eagle e das outras subsidiárias vai manter-se inalterada. “Esta foi uma decisão difícil, mas é o caminho necessário e certo” para o grupo se tornar “mais eficiente, financeiramente mais forte e mais competitivo”, comentou Thomas W. Horton, novo Chairman, CEO e Presidente da AMR e da American Airlines, substituindo Gerard Arpey, que anunciou querer retirar-se. Nessa declaração, publicada em comunicado da American, Thomas Horton diz que o grupo teve êxito em vários domínios, desde a modernização da frota ao reforço das redes doméstica e global, investiu em produto e em tecnologia, mas precisa de enfrentar o problema da estrutura de custos. Thomas Horton afirma que nas últimas semanas o grupo insistiu na urgência de enfrentar a questão da estrutura de custos, referindo que a empresa sofria de uma “muito substancial desvantagem em comparação com os maiores competidores”, que, frisa, todos eles fizeram reestruturações ao abrigo do Chapter 11. A situação, acrescenta, ganhou ainda maior relevância face à aceleração do impacto [no sector] da incerteza económica global, que provoca instabilidade nas receitas, e à volatilidade e aumento dos preços dos combustíveis. “O nosso Board decidiu que era necessário dar este passo agora para restaurar a rentabilidade da companhia, a flexibilidade operacional e força financeira”, disse ainda Thomas Horton, que garantiu que durante a reestruturação os clientes continuarão a ser a prioridade do grupo. O “homem forte” garantiu ainda que o grupo vai manter “uma forte presença nos mercados doméstico e internacional” e as suas “praças-fortes” em Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago, Nova Iorque, Miami e Los Angeles. A imprensa norte-americana está a noticiar que a AMR viu-se compelida a recorrer ao Chapter 11 depois de não obter o acordo dos trabalhadores para os cortes de custos que considerava necessários e salienta que a American, com sede em Fort Worth, Texas, em actividade desde 1920, era a única das grandes companhias de rede do EUA que ainda não tinha estado sob protecção de credores. As notícias referem que na petição perante o U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York a AMR indica que os seus activos ascendem a 24,7 mil milhões de dólares e a dívida está em 29,6 mil milhões. As companhias da AMR têm actualmente uma rede que estende a 260 aeroportos em mais de 50 países, contando com uma frota de mais de 900 aviões com os quais fazem diariamente mais de 3,3 mil voos. Adicionalmente, a American Airlines é “o pilar norte-americano” da oneworld, aliança de que “o pilar europeu” é o IAG - International Airlines Grupo, holding que integra a British Airways e a Iberia. Os últimos dados de tráfego publicados pelo Departamento de Transportes do Governo dos EUA sobre o tráfego aéreo transportado por companhias norte-americanas, relativos a Janeiro a Agosto, colocavam a American como nº 3, com 58,138 milhões de embarques, atrás da Delta, com 77,091 milhões, e da low cost Southwest, com 74,18 milhões. A informação, no entanto, ainda apresenta separadamente os dados de tráfego da United e da Continental, a primeira com 34,5 milhões de passageiros e a segunda com 30,86 mihões. A American estava praticamente com o mesmo número de passageiros transportados que no período homólogo de 2010, enquanto a Delta tinha +3,2%, a Southwest tinha +4,8%, a United baixava 5,6% e a Continental aumentava 4,7%. No mês de Agosto, no entanto, a American tinha um decréscimo de 0,9%, para 7,646 milhões de embarques, enquanto a Delta e a Southwest tinham aumentos, de 2,7%, para 10,7 milhões, e de 1,1%, para 9,6 milhões, respectivamente. |
Boeing Delivers Second 777-300ER to Biman Bangladesh Airlines
EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 23, 2011 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] today delivered Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ second 777-300ER (extended range) as part of the airlines’ fleet replacement and modernization program.
Boeing and Bangladesh’s flag carrier partnered with SpaandanB, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to bettering the lives of the less advantaged in Bangladesh, to load 8,500 pounds of relief items such as clothes and school supplies onto the airplane for the delivery flight. SpaandanB will deliver the aid to areas in Bangladesh affected by harsh winter conditions.
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sábado, 26 de novembro de 2011
sexta-feira, 25 de novembro de 2011
Emirates celebrates the 40th anniversary of the founding of the United Arab Emirates with a special A380 logo
Emirates Airline (Dubai) is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the formation of the United Arab Emirates by carrying a special anniversary logo, emblazoned on its Airbus A380 aircraft.
The UAE is a federation of seven emirates (equivalent to principalities), each governed by a hereditary emir, with a single national president. The constituent emirates are Abu Dhabi, Ajman,Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al-Quwain. The capital is Abu Dhabi, which is also the state’s center of political, industrial and cultural activities.
Prior to independence in 1971 from Britain, the UAE was known as the Trucial States or Trucial Oman, in reference to a 19th-century truce between the local sheikhs, hereditary rulers of the territories and the United Kingdom. The term Pirate Coast was also used by some to refer to the emirates from the 18th to the early 20th century, owing to the preponderance of pirates operating from emirati ports.
Emirates.Boeing Announces 787 Dream Tour
PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) soon will begin a six-month Dream Tour with its all-new 787 Dreamliner. Customers and partners around the world will experience the revolutionary technology and passenger innovation offered on the first new airplane of the 21st century.
"The 787 Dreamliner is a game-changing airplane and we're delighted to be able to bring this innovative product to our customers who will soon be receiving their own 787s," said Ray Conner, vice president of Sales for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "This airplane is now changing the way the world flies, and we want to share that excitement with as many people as we can."
The December schedule for the 787 Dream Tour includes six stops in Asia, Africa and the Middle East:
Dec. 4-11: China with stops in Beijing, Guangzhou and Haikou to visit customers, partners, and government officials including representatives from Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), Air China, China Southern, Hainan Airlines, Aviation Industries of China (AVIC) and Chengdu Aircraft Industrial Co. (CAC).
Dec. 11-16: Africa with stops in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Nairobi, Kenya to visit Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways.
Dec. 16-19: Middle East stop in Doha to visit Qatar Airways.
Specific dates for the subsequent segments of the tour will be announced about one month prior to the events. Additional tour stops are being planned for January through April 2012 and will be detailed in future announcements.
Many of the stops will include opportunities for local media to tour the airplane and talk with Boeing executives and pilots.
Aviation enthusiasts can follow the progress of the 787 tour at www.newairplane.com. Videos, photos and reports from the tour stops as well as an inside look at the airplane, will be featured beginning with the first stop next week.
Dream Tour Airplane
The Dream Tour airplane, ZA003, has been retrofitted with special interior features designed to highlight the unique cabin features and performance capabilities of the Dreamliner. The flight test equipment on board ZA003, the third 787 to be built, has been removed and a stunning new interior has been installed. The airplane also has received a refreshed Boeing livery.
"Our flight test airplane has turned into a show piece," said Scott Fancher, vice president and general manager of the 787 program. "Anyone who has seen the inside of a flight test airplane will be amazed at the transformation. All of the 787 passenger features are here."
Visitors will be greeted by the spacious signature 787 entryway sky light and gathering area. The LED lighting, standard on all 787s, will be demonstrated throughout the tour airplane. Visitors will experience the dynamic affect of this new technology to make meal time more enjoyable, sooth passengers during restful periods and gently wake them following a long flight.
Visitors also will find a luxurious business-class cabin with a dozen lay-flat seats, an overhead crew rest compartment and an economy class section. A large open space between the two economy class sections allows Boeing to spotlight the features of the 787 with displays and demonstrations. The exterior of the airplane has been repainted in the standard Boeing livery.
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Empresa espanhola quer operar voos para Lisboa e Porto
Uma empresa de Alicante que presta serviços comerciais a companhias aéreas, a Maerco, está a projetar criar a sua própria empresa para operar voos a partir de Espanha para Portugal, noticia a agência espanhola Efe.
Segundo o diretor geral da Maerco, Federico Lledó, a intenção é operar cinco aviões Saab 340 turbo-hélice de 33 lugares para Lisboa e Porto a partir dos aeroportos de Málaga, Sevilha, Vigo , Corunha, Santiago de Compostela, Astúrias, Santander, San Sebastián, Bilbao e Saragoça, com um movimento anual entre 300 mil e 400 mil passageiros.
O diretor geral da Maerco disse que já apresentou o registo às autoridades com a proposta de vários nomes para a nova companhia de aviação, como 'ALA de Alicante' (as siglas de Alicante Líneas Aéreas), 'Air Alicante' ou 'LADA' (Líneas Aéreas de Alicante).
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Segundo o diretor geral da Maerco, Federico Lledó, a intenção é operar cinco aviões Saab 340 turbo-hélice de 33 lugares para Lisboa e Porto a partir dos aeroportos de Málaga, Sevilha, Vigo , Corunha, Santiago de Compostela, Astúrias, Santander, San Sebastián, Bilbao e Saragoça, com um movimento anual entre 300 mil e 400 mil passageiros.
O diretor geral da Maerco disse que já apresentou o registo às autoridades com a proposta de vários nomes para a nova companhia de aviação, como 'ALA de Alicante' (as siglas de Alicante Líneas Aéreas), 'Air Alicante' ou 'LADA' (Líneas Aéreas de Alicante).
quarta-feira, 23 de novembro de 2011
A320 fitted with fuel-saving Sharklets prepares for flight-tests.
Airbus has completed installation of the first set of ‘Sharklet’ wing-tip devices on the company’s A320 development aircraft (MSN 001), preparing for the flight-test campaign in the coming weeks.
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Boeing Delivers 100th Next-Generation 737-900ER
Boeing’s [NYSE: BA] Next-Generation 737-900ER (extended range) reached 100 deliveries with a delivery this week to Tajikistan-based Somon Air.
Pictured here, a Somon Air Boeing 737-900ER prepares for its flyaway from Boeing Field. Somon Air, based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, is the country’s first private full-service carrier. This is the airline’s second 737-900ER delivered from Boeing.
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terça-feira, 22 de novembro de 2011
BOC Aviation assina contrato para 15 aeronaves Embraer 190
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Hainan Airlines vai voar para o Brasil
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A Hainan Airlines, apontada como a maior companhia aérea privada, projecta iniciar voos de Pequim para São Paulo, Brasil, via Madrid-Barajas, segundo a imprensa espanhola, que destaca principalmente que Espanha terá assim mais uma ligação aérea directa da China.
As notícias dizem que os planos da companhia chinesa foram revelados pelo seu vice-presidente ao ministro espanhol da Indústria, Turismo e Comércio, Miguel Sebastián, e acrescentam que a Hainan projecta iniciar essa rota já em 2012.
O projecto da Hainan é similar ao que já está em concretização por parte da Air China, que actualmente tem cinco voos de Pequim para São Paulo via Madrid.
A imprensa espanhola refere que a Hainan se tem dedicado principalmente a voos domésticos, mas actualmente já tem voos para algumas capitais europeias, designadamente para Berlim, Budapeste, Bruxelas e Moscovo.
A Hainan Airlines, apontada como a maior companhia aérea privada, projecta iniciar voos de Pequim para São Paulo, Brasil, via Madrid-Barajas, segundo a imprensa espanhola, que destaca principalmente que Espanha terá assim mais uma ligação aérea directa da China.
As notícias dizem que os planos da companhia chinesa foram revelados pelo seu vice-presidente ao ministro espanhol da Indústria, Turismo e Comércio, Miguel Sebastián, e acrescentam que a Hainan projecta iniciar essa rota já em 2012.
O projecto da Hainan é similar ao que já está em concretização por parte da Air China, que actualmente tem cinco voos de Pequim para São Paulo via Madrid.
A imprensa espanhola refere que a Hainan se tem dedicado principalmente a voos domésticos, mas actualmente já tem voos para algumas capitais europeias, designadamente para Berlim, Budapeste, Bruxelas e Moscovo.
sexta-feira, 18 de novembro de 2011
Boeing, Lion Air Announce Historic Commitment for up to 380 737s
- When finalized, order will be the largest ever for Boeing
- Deal to include purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes
BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Jakarta-based Lion Air today announced a commitment for the airline to order 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next-Generation 737-900 ERs (extended range). The agreement also includes purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes.
"The 737 MAX will be the future of Lion Air," said Rusdi Kirana, Lion Air Founder and President Director. "The highly efficient, technologically advanced airplane will help Lion Air continue to bring low fares and allow us to open new destinations because of the longer range of the airplane."
With 230 airplanes at a list price of $21.7 billion, this deal when finalized will be the largest commercial airplane order ever in Boeing's history by both dollar volume and total number of airplanes. Boeing and Lion Air are working to finalize details of the agreement, at which time it will be a firm order posted on the Boeing Orders and Deliveries website. Lion Air will also acquire purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes valued at more than $14 billion if exercised at list prices.
U.S. President Barack Obama witnessed the announcement at a ceremony today at the East Asia Summit in Bali, Indonesia.
"We're proud that Lion Air picked the 737 once again, building on our successful partnership," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Jim Albaugh. "Lion Air was a leader when it was the launch customer for the 737-900ER in 2005 and today it continues to be a leader as the first airline in Asia to commit to the 737 MAX."
The 737 MAX is a new engine variant of the world's best selling airplane and builds on the strengths of today's Next-Generation 737. The 737 MAX incorporates the latest-technology CFM International LEAP 1-B engines to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and appeal.
Airlines operating the 737 MAX will see a 10-12 percent fuel burn improvement over today's most fuel efficient single-aisle airplanes and a 7 percent operating cost advantage over tomorrow's competition.
"Our customers tell us they want more efficient airplanes," said Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and Customer Support, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The 737 MAX will deliver fuel savings better than any competing single-aisle airplane on the market."
To date, the 737 MAX has commitments for more than 700 airplanes, while the Next-Generation 737 family has won orders for more than 6,000 airplanes and Boeing has delivered more than 3,800.
Lion Air, Indonesia's largest private airline, currently operates or has on order a total of 178 Next-Generation 737s.
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Boeing, ACG Announce 737 MAX Commitment and Next-Generation 737 Order
SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2011 – Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Aviation Capital Group (ACG) today announced the leasing company’s commitment for 35 737 MAX airplanes and its firm order for 20 Next-Generation 737-800s. The Newport Beach, Calif.-based ACG is the first airplane leasing company to announce a commitment to the 737 MAX
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quinta-feira, 17 de novembro de 2011
Boeing, Singapore Airlines Finalize Order for Eight 777-300ERs
SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2011 -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Singapore Airlines announced an order for eight additional 777-300 Extended Range (ER) airplanes. The orders were previously recorded on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website, attributed to an unidentified customer.
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Boeing Statement on Lion Air Commitment for up to 380 737s
BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 17, 2011 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] confirms that Jakarta-based Lion Air today will sign a commitment for the airline to order 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next-Generation 737-900 ERs (extended range). The agreement also includes purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes.
With 230 airplanes at a list price of $21.7 billion, this deal when finalized will be the largest commercial airplane order ever in Boeing’s history by both dollar volume and total number of airplanes.
U.S President Barack Obama is scheduled to witness the official announcement at a ceremony Friday morning at the East Asia Summit in Bali, Indonesia
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With 230 airplanes at a list price of $21.7 billion, this deal when finalized will be the largest commercial airplane order ever in Boeing’s history by both dollar volume and total number of airplanes.
U.S President Barack Obama is scheduled to witness the official announcement at a ceremony Friday morning at the East Asia Summit in Bali, Indonesia
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Hawaiian Airlines signs firm order for five more A330s
Growth of Airbus widebody fleet points to success with new type
17 November 2011
Honolulu-based Hawaiian Airlines has grown its order for Airbus A330-200s – today signing for an additional five aircraft. Hawaiian became a new Airbus operator just last year and now has a commitment of 22 A330 aircraft – including four that are leased. The airline currently operates five A330-200s.
Mark Dunkerley, Hawaiian’s president and CEO, said, “Adding these additional A330-200s to our fleet over the next four years will support the continued expansion of our network and replacement of our current 767-300s. Our guests have responded enthusiastically to the cabin comfort and amenities of the A330-200, which, together with the superior service of our front line employees, offer the best airline experience for travelers to Hawaii.”
"This has been our best week of the year in terms of sales, outside the Paris Airshow and it is very gratifying that Hawaiian tops it off with an order for five new A330 wide-bodies to fulfil their ambitious growth plans, "said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “Just a year-and-a-half ago, I said I hoped that Hawaiian‘s passengers and employees would come to love this aircraft, and that hope has proven to be a reality.”
Hawaiian’s new A330s, like their existing A330 fleet, will seat 294 passengers in a comfortable, two-class configuration and have a range of more than 6,000 nautical miles. The A330-200 has excellent operational flexibility, serving a wide range of route structures, and provides operators with very low operating costs per seat. Its proven record of efficiency and superior passenger comfort provides airlines with a significant competitive advantage in today’s market. As of the end of October, there were 433 A330-200s in operation worldwide, with a backlog of firm orders of 131.
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Volaris signs MOU for 44 A320 Family aircraft, including 30A320neo
Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for 44 eco-efficient Airbus A320 aircraft, comprising of 30 A320neo and 14 A320 Family aircraft. The order makes Volaris the first airline to order the A320neo in Mexico. Engine selection will be announced by the airline at a later date.
Since starting operations in 2006, Volaris has become one of the top three airlines in Mexico having quickly expanded their network throughout the country and into the United States. The new 44 A320 Family aircraft are expected to help Volaris continue their expansion and renew their fleet. The airline currently operates 33 Airbus aircraft and has a backlog of 15 more.
“Fuel efficiency and reliability are critical to keeping Volaris among the top low-cost carriers in Mexico,” said Enrique Beltranena, CEO of Volaris. “These new A320s will allow us to maintain the youngest fleet in the country, while further improving our environmental performance.”
“We are very proud to see Volaris, an all Airbus operator, grow into one of the leading airlines of Mexico,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “Volaris will now be among the first customers in Latin America to benefit from the A320neo’s increased capabilities, including a 15 percent reduction in fuel burn and emissions.”
“We are very proud to see Volaris, an all Airbus operator, grow into one of the leading airlines of Mexico,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “Volaris will now be among the first customers in Latin America to benefit from the A320neo’s increased capabilities, including a 15 percent reduction in fuel burn and emissions.”
Over 8,100 A320 Family aircraft have been ordered and nearly 5,000 delivered to some 340 customers and operators worldwide reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload at a given range.
The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family entering into service from 2015 and incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel savings. The reduction in fuel burn is equivalent to 1.4 million litres of fuel - the consumption of 1,000 mid size cars, saving 3,600 tonnes of C02 per aircraft per year. The A320neo NOx emissions are 50% below CAEP/6, whilst also having a much smaller noise footprint.
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quarta-feira, 16 de novembro de 2011
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Completes Change Incorporation in San Antonio
EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 15, 2011 – The first Boeing (NYSE: BA) 787 Dreamliner to undergo change incorporation work in San Antonio, Texas returned to Everett on Nov. 13. The airplane completed an eight month change incorporation program and will now go through final preparations in Everett before delivery to Japan Airlines (JAL).
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Qatar Airways selects 50 Airbus A320neo and 5 additional A380s
The State of Qatar’s national airline, Qatar Airways, has selected the A320neo as the reference aircraft for expanding its short to medium haul fleet and has increased its order for the A380. The agreement signed at the 2011 Dubai Airshow, is a firm contract for 50 A320neo aircraft and five additional A380s.
The A320neo is an option for the A320 Family and incorporates new engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel savings, representing some 3,600 tonnes less CO2 per aircraft per year.
“The A320neo promises to be a great aircraft which is why we have chosen it to form the backbone of our future single aisle expansion. Together with our increase in A380s and our orders for A350 XWB, we are continuing investing in an integrated Family of the world’s most modern and fuel efficient aircraft,” said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways CEO.
“Qatar Airways supported the development of the Airbus A320neo very early on. It is with great pride that we are announcing this large order today including an additional five A380s,” said John Leahy Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “We appreciate having built a unique relationship with our friends at Qatar Airways over the years.”
Qatar Airways has ordered a total of 43 A320 Family aircraft directly from Airbus and, including leased aircraft has 38 in its fleet. The last four of the A320s on order will be provisioned for “Sharklets” following a recently signed agreement. Qatar Airways’ total A380 order increases to 10 aircraft following its initial order for two made in 2003, which was later raised to five in 2007. Qatar Airways’ current in-service fleet also includes the region’s largest number of A330s (29).
The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. The A320neo reduces fuel burn by 15%, which is equivalent to 1.4m litres of fuel – the consumption of 1000 mid size cars. This saves 3600 tonnes of C02 per aircraft per year, the amount of CO2 absorbed by 240,000 mature trees. The A320neo aircraft also has a considerably smaller noise footprint. Sales of the neo have reached over 1,200 orders and commitments in under a year, making it the fastest selling aircraft ever.
Typically seating 525 passengers in a three class layout, the A380 is capable of flying 8,300 nautical miles / 15,300 kilometres non-stop, enabling direct service from Qatar to New York. As of today total firm orders for the aircraft stand at over 240 from 18 customers worldwide.
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Spirit Airlines signs commitment for 75 Airbus A320Family jets
Spirit Airlines and Airbus signed today at the Dubai Airshow a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 75 single-aisle aircraft, comprising 45 A320neo aircraft (new engine option) and 30 A320s. The engine selection will be announced later.
The new aircraft will be used on Spirit’s targeted growth markets in the U.S., Caribbean and Latin America. The A320neo will help build on the great economic success the airline has already enjoyed with their existing all-Airbus fleet of 35 A320 Family aircraft
“We are excited to expand our partnership with Airbus and grow our fleet into the next decade,” said Ben Baldanza, President and CEO of Spirit Airlines. “Spirit Airlines’ low fares require an efficient, reliable aircraft and the A320 Family, including the neo, fits that model well.”
“The A320 and A320neo continue to set the pace,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “The unrivalled economics of these aircraft convinced Spirit to go all-Airbus and that decision has clearly paid off since for the airline.”
The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. The A320neo reduces fuel burn by 15%, which is equivalent to 1.4m litres of fuel – the consumption of 1000 mid size cars. This saves 3600 tonnes of CO2 per aircraft per year, the amount of CO2 absorbed by 240,000 mature trees. The A320neo aircraft also has a considerably smaller noise footprint.
Including today’s announcement, firm orders and commitments for the A320neo, launched less than a year ago in December 2010, already exceed 1,300 from 23 customers and makes the aircraft the fastest selling airliner ever.
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Russia’s NordStar Airlines adds up to 7 ATR 42-600s to its fleet
The European turboprop manufacturer ATR and Russia’s NordStar Airlines today announced they have agreed the purchase of up to 7 ATR 42-600s (5 firm aircraft and 2 options). The total value of all these airplanes is estimated at some US$ 132 million.
ATR and NordStar had previously unveiled in September 2011 an order for 2 firm ATR 42-600s plus 2 options, which has now been increased with the 3 additional firm aircraft. This follows an order in 2010 for 4 firm 42-500s plus 3 options.
NordStar Airlines will become the very first operator of new ATR ‘-600 series’ aircraft in the Russian Federation. NordStar already operates 4 ATR 42-500. With the introduction of the 5 firm ATR 42-600s, NordStar will bring to 9 aircraft its brand new fleet of ATRs.
Commenting on the signature of the contract, Kirrill Buryy, General Director of NordStar Airlines, declared: “We have been operating 4 new ATR 42-500s since May 2011 and the aircraft have fully met our expectations in the difficult operating environment of Krasnoyarsk Region and Russia’s Far North. They have become very popular among our passengers. With the arrival of the new ATR 42-600s, we will further expand our travel offer, with new routes and additional frequencies within the Krasnoyarsk region. The new ATR -600s ‘Armonia’ cabin will also provide our passengers with even higher standards of comfort, including new slim seats, additional legroom and larger overhead bins”.
Filippo Bagnato, Chief Executive Officer of ATR, underlined “the renewal of the confidence of NordStar, one of the fastest growing airlines in Russia, after only a few months operating ATRs. We are pleased to introduce the new ATR -600s in Russia, which is a very dynamic market with a huge potential for the expansion of regional aviation with the most modern turboprops”.The 3 additional firm orders of NordStar bring to 148 the total firm sales of ATR since the beginning of the year, further consolidating its commercial yearly record. ATR has also booked options for 72 aircraft since January 1st 2011.
A total of 38 ATR aircraft are currently
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Boeing, Qatar Airways Announce Order for Two Boeing 777 Freighters
Twin-engine freighter order to help boost airline's cargo expansion strategy
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Qatar Airways today announced an order for two Boeing 777 Freighters at the 2011 Dubai Air Show. Valued at $560 million at current list prices, the airplanes will increase the airline's 777 Freighter fleet to eight when delivered.
"As we accelerate efforts to boost our global cargo network, we are expanding our fleet with airplanes like the Boeing 777 Freighter that allow us to deliver cargo further and more efficiently than ever before," said Akbar Al Baker, CEO, Qatar Airways. "The 777 Freighter has already proven itself with its impressive operating economics and is a critical component of our cargo fleet, enabling the launch of three new dedicated freighter services to Atlanta, Houston and Toronto, from our hubs in Doha and Luxembourg."
Qatar Airways currently operates 28 Boeing 777s of various types, including 16 777-300ERs (extended range), three 777 Freighters and nine 777-200LRs. It recently took delivery of its 100th airplane which was a Boeing 777-200LR (longer range). By 2013, the airline plans to serve more than 120 destinations worldwide with a fleet of over 120 aircraft. The airline currently has a fleet of 100 aircraft flying to over 100 destinations.
"Qatar Airways' decision to invest in expanding its 777 Freighter fleet is an important endorsement for the aircraft from one of the world's fastest growing airlines," said Marty Bentrott, vice president, Sales – Middle East, Russia, Central Asia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Qatar Airways' expansion strategy is clearly built on the principle of delivering cargo efficiently from one point to another and its choice of the 777 Freighter, with its unparalleled capabilities, reflects that."
With high-cargo density and 10-foot (3.1-meter) interior height capability that complements the popular 747 freighter family, the 777 freighter can fly 4,900 nautical miles (9,070 kilometers) with a full payload of 225,200 pounds (102 metric tons). The 777 freighter is powered by General Electric's GE90-110B1L and meets QC2 noise standards.
Boeing is the air cargo industry leader, using its expertise to support customers in their success and to promote the industry. The company also offers the most complete family of freighters, which provide superior efficiency and operational economics in support of airline profitability.
The 777 Freighter is the world's longest-range, twin-engine freighter and features the lowest trip cost of any large cargo aircraft. The airplane is based on the Boeing 777-200LR (Long Range), which Qatar Airways operates on ultra long-haul passenger routes to Houston, Melbourne, Montreal, Sao Paulo and Buenos Aires.
BOEINGAviation Capital Group signs firm order for 30 A320neo
Aviation Capital Group (ACG), the United States based global aircraft leasing company, signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for 30 eco-efficient A320neo Family aircraft today at the 2011 Dubai Airshow.
This latest order from ACG for 30 A320neo’s brings the lessor’s total A320 Family order book to 98 aircraft. Engine selection on ACG’s A320neo fleet will be made at a later date.
“Faced with increasing fuel prices and tough competition, we are seeing a stronger than ever demand from our customers for modern fuel-efficient aircraft such as the A320neo,” said Stephen Hannahs, CEO and Group Managing Director, Aviation Capital Group. “With the neo, we are able to offer our customers a tool which cuts fuel burn by 15%. There’s no doubt that this aircraft will be snapped up by operators worldwide.”
“We may have taken more time that other Leasing Companies to make the neo selection, but we wanted to test customer reaction, financial community acceptance and the fit within the ACG long term fleet plan – it passed with flying colors on all counts,”said John Feren, EVP Global Marketing, Aviation Capital Group.
“It’s great to see ACG becoming the latest leasing company to order our new, fuel efficient A320neo,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers. “This is a clear signal from the market that the A320neo is a great long term investment and will be the backbone of lessors’ portfolios for the years to come.”
Over 8,100 A320 Family aircraft have already been ordered and more than 4,800 delivered to more than 340 customers and operators worldwide reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the current A320, making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload at a given range.
The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family entering into service from 2015 and incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel savings. This reduction in fuel burn is equivalent to 1.4m litres of fuel – the consumption of 1,000 mid size cars. This saves 3,600 metric tonnes of C02 per aircraft per year, the amount absorbed by 240,000 mature trees. The A320neo NOx emissions are 50% below CAEP/6 and this aircraft also has a considerably smaller noise footprint.
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