El grupo español Aritex, elegido para ensamblar el fuselaje central ... Yahoo! Finanzas El C919, cuya versión de base está prevista para una capacidad de 168 pasajeros, tendrá autonomía de vuelo de hasta 5.555 kilómetros, según el portal de internet de la empresa que lo construye, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). |
lunes, 29 de octubre de 2012
El grupo español Aritex, elegido para ensamblar el fuselaje central del C919
El grupo español Aritex, elegido para ensamblar el fuselaje central ... - Yahoo! Finanzas:
Rockwell Collins in China joint venture for new COMAC jet - The Gazette: Eastern Iowa Breaking News and Headlines (blog)
Rockwell Collins in China joint venture for new COMAC jet - The Gazette: Eastern Iowa Breaking News and Headlines (blog):
Rockwell Collins in China joint venture for new COMAC jet The Gazette: Eastern Iowa Breaking News and Headlines (blog) COMAC, headquartered in Shanghai, is a state-owned aircraft company formed in 2008. Rockwell Collins earlier announced a joint venture with China Leihua Electronic Technology Research Institute to supply surveillance products to the C919. Tweet ... |
En la modernización de Ural Boeing Manufacturing invertirá 10 millones de dólares
En la modernización de Ural Boeing Manufacturing invertirá 10 ... - RusBusinessNews:
 RusBusinessNews | En la modernización de Ural Boeing Manufacturing invertirá 10 ... RusBusinessNews En el desarrollo de la empresa conjunta de Boeing y la "Corporación VSMPO-AVISMA" S.A.A., Ural Boeing Manufacturing, tienen previsto invertir 10 millones de dólares. Los fondos serán utilizados para comprar unidades de transformación de los productos ... |
El presidente de Airbus, "decepcionado" por el abandono de la fusión BAE-EADS
El presidente de Airbus, "decepcionado" por el abandono de la ... - Lainformacion.com:
 Lainformacion.com | El presidente de Airbus, "decepcionado" por el abandono de la ... Lainformacion.com El presidente de Airbus, Fabrice Brégier, se ha mostrado este martes "decepcionado" ante el abandono del proyecto de fusión entre el grupo y BAE Systems, apuntando que aunque la unión no hubiera afectado directamente a la parte operacional de la ... |
Potencial en mantenimiento y reparación de aeronaves - ecodiario
Potencial en MRO de aeronaves - ecodiario:
Potencial en MRO de aeronaves ecodiario Hay por lo visto más negocio en las tareas de mantenimiento, revisión y reparaciones (MRO en inglés) que en la fabricación de los aviones. Son trabajos para especialistas, actividades profesionales reguladas por ley que sólo las pueden realizar el personal que cuenta con una certificación llamada EASA PARTE 66. Para formar a este personal, las escuelas deben así mismo disponer de otra certificación llamada esta vez 147. En Andalucía solo conocemos a una organización que se dedique a esta formación: Caena, dentro de las instalaciones que la firma Faasa tiene en Palma del Río, y lo hace con la ayuda de la Junta de Andalucía, mira, una cosa bien hecha, hay que reconocerlo. Hay escasez de estos profesionales tanto en España como en Europa. y más » |
Defensa identifica a siete empresas para reconvertirse a la aeronáutica
Defensa identifica a siete empresas para reconvertirse a la ... - La Tribuna de Albacete:
Defensa identifica a siete empresas para reconvertirse a la ... La Tribuna de Albacete El Centro Europeo de Empresas e Innovación de Albacete (CEEI) ha impulsado el proyecto Resacam, en el que se ha trabajado a lo largo de un año y a través del que se han identificado a nueve empresas de Castilla-La Mancha, siete de ellas de Albacete (las otras dos de Toledo) como potenciales empresas que se dedican a otros sectores y pueden reconvertirse al aeronáutico, según destacó ayer el concejal de Empleo y presidente del Consejo de Administración del CEEI, Juan Marcos Molina. El objetivo fundamental «es potenciar el sector aeronáutico en Castilla-La Mancha y particularmente en la ciudad de Albacete», donde hay, resaltó, una «gran tradición aeronáutica» y, por ello, hizo hincapié en que «al reconvertirse al sector aeronáutico como proveedoras o auxiliares, estas empresas cuentan con la premisa de que las empresas tractoras van a utilizarlas y les van a encargar en determinadas actividades» Empresas albaceteñas se postulan para proveer al sector aeronáuticoLa Verdad (Albacete) los 15 artículos informativos » |
sábado, 27 de octubre de 2012
Flying Kyosho Space Ball: The R/C Death Star and air freshener in one
Flying Kyosho Space Ball: The R/C Death Star and air freshener in one:
Almost a year ago, the Japanese Ministry of Defense made quite a splash when it revealed a spherical, remote-controlled aircraft that could zip around a room, roll along the ground, and even bounce off obstacles without losing control. But while it was mainly designed for search and rescue operations, many R/C enthusiasts took one look at that hovering Death Star and said, "I have got to get me one of those." Luckily, toy company Kyosho must have been listening, since it recently released a similar flying machine of its own for consumers. Kyosho's "Space Ball" can remain airborne while taking just as much punishment and even emits a fragrance to freshen up a room in the process. .. Continue Reading Flying Kyosho Space Ball: The R/C Death Star and air freshener in one
Almost a year ago, the Japanese Ministry of Defense made quite a splash when it revealed a spherical, remote-controlled aircraft that could zip around a room, roll along the ground, and even bounce off obstacles without losing control. But while it was mainly designed for search and rescue operations, many R/C enthusiasts took one look at that hovering Death Star and said, "I have got to get me one of those." Luckily, toy company Kyosho must have been listening, since it recently released a similar flying machine of its own for consumers. Kyosho's "Space Ball" can remain airborne while taking just as much punishment and even emits a fragrance to freshen up a room in the process. .. Continue Reading Flying Kyosho Space Ball: The R/C Death Star and air freshener in one
NASA heli-capsule could let astronauts land anywhere
NASA heli-capsule could let astronauts land anywhere:
Just because the world has moved on from the Space Race years doesn't mean that NASA has. Researchers from the agency are playing with new ways to guide returning space capsules back to the Earth. One possibility is the addition of helicopter-like rotors to the spacecrafts, allowing for landings just about anywhere... Continue Reading NASA heli-capsule could let astronauts land anywhere
Just because the world has moved on from the Space Race years doesn't mean that NASA has. Researchers from the agency are playing with new ways to guide returning space capsules back to the Earth. One possibility is the addition of helicopter-like rotors to the spacecrafts, allowing for landings just about anywhere... Continue Reading NASA heli-capsule could let astronauts land anywhere
viernes, 26 de octubre de 2012
Sunseeker team building a two-passenger solar-powered airplane
Sunseeker team building a two-passenger solar-powered airplane:
Piloted solar flight has been a reality for some time, with even international flights now possible. Up to this point, such voyages have been a strictly solo affair, however the team originally responsible for the Sunseeker II intends to change this by manufacturing what’s billed as the world’s first two-seater solar aircraft – a motor glider named the Sunseeker Duo. .. Continue Reading Sunseeker team building a two-passenger solar-powered airplane
Piloted solar flight has been a reality for some time, with even international flights now possible. Up to this point, such voyages have been a strictly solo affair, however the team originally responsible for the Sunseeker II intends to change this by manufacturing what’s billed as the world’s first two-seater solar aircraft – a motor glider named the Sunseeker Duo. .. Continue Reading Sunseeker team building a two-passenger solar-powered airplane
[Photos] Pak-Fa: New Jet Fighter of the Russian Air Forces
New Jet Fighter of the Russian Air Forces: 
The Sukhoi PAK FA is a twin-engine jet fighter being developed by Sukhoi for the Russian Air Force. The Sukhoi T-50 is the prototype for PAK FA. The first flight of the PAK FA was performed on 29th of January, … Read more...
The Sukhoi PAK FA is a twin-engine jet fighter being developed by Sukhoi for the Russian Air Force. The Sukhoi T-50 is the prototype for PAK FA. The first flight of the PAK FA was performed on 29th of January, … Read more...
jueves, 25 de octubre de 2012
Declassified document shows ‘real’ flying saucer
Declassified document shows ‘real’ flying saucer: The grainy film showed a round ship floating out of a hangar. Its silver, aluminum exterior glinted in the sun as it hovered a few feet off the ground. As it glided over a pool of water, it kicked debris into the air and the glass canopies of the two cockpits were showered with grass [...]
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Serbia considers new carrier
Serbia considers new carrier:
Serbian government is considering launching a new carrier to replace the state-owned, loss-making JAT Airways (JU).
Serbian government is considering launching a new carrier to replace the state-owned, loss-making JAT Airways (JU).
Lockheed and DCMA complete C-5M Super Galaxy flight
Lockheed and DCMA complete C-5M Super Galaxy flight: Lockheed Martin and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) have completed the first joint acceptance test flight of the US Air Force's (USAF) C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft at Lockheed's Marietta facility in Georgia, US.
Fully Autonomous ADS-B Collision Avoidance Demonstrated For UAS
Fully Autonomous ADS-B Collision Avoidance Demonstrated For UAS: Executed By A Sense And Avoid System Installed On An Unspecified Unmanned Aircraft System The the first ADS-B based, fully autonomous collision avoidance sequence, executed by a sense and avoid system installed on an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) has been demonstrated by R³ Engineering (R³E).
Los billetes de avión subirán un 6% por el incremento de las tasa – La Vanguardia
Los billetes de avión subirán un 6% por el incremento de las tasa – La Vanguardia: Lainformacion.com
Los billetes de avión subirán un 6% por el incremento de las tasaLa VanguardiaLa subida de las tasas aéreas en España provocará un aumento de en torno al 6% en el precio de los billetes y conllevará la pérdida de unos 2,9 millones de llegadas en avión, según cálculos de la Agencia Internacional del Transporte [...]
Los billetes de avión subirán un 6% por el incremento de las tasaLa VanguardiaLa subida de las tasas aéreas en España provocará un aumento de en torno al 6% en el precio de los billetes y conllevará la pérdida de unos 2,9 millones de llegadas en avión, según cálculos de la Agencia Internacional del Transporte [...]
European UAV sense-and-avoid system to begin trial flights by year-end - Flightglobal
European UAV sense-and-avoid system to begin trial flights by year-end - Flightglobal:
European UAV sense-and-avoid system to begin trial flights by year-end Flightglobal First test flights are imminent for a European effort to develop an automated sense-and-avoid mid-air collision avoidance system that would help overcome safety concerns preventing use of unmanned aircraft in civilian airspace. The so-called MIDCAS ... |
Universidades chinas y europeas crean un programa de colaboración para la enseñanza de ingenierías
Universidades chinas y europeas crean un programa de colaboración para la enseñanza de ingenierías:
CLUSTER, una asociación de doce universidades científico-técnicas punteras de Europa (entre ellas la Politécnica de Cataluña ), y 18 universidades chinas también punteras han acordado una cooperación más estrecha en la educación en ingeniería: El acuerdo se denomina "Hoja de ruta Harbin", e incluye entre otras cosas, planes para ofrecer una escuela de doctorado chino-europea sobre ingeniería de la sostenibilidad, un programa doble de másters,y escuelas de postgrado de verano y de invierno.
Embraer gana 218,9 millones de dólares hasta septiembre - Expansión.com
Embraer gana 218,9 millones de dólares hasta septiembre - Expansión.com:
 swissinfo.ch | Embraer gana 218,9 millones de dólares hasta septiembre Expansión.com El fabricante aeronáutico brasileño Embraer registró un beneficio neto de 444,1 millones de reales (unos 218,9 millones de dólares) en los tres primeros trimestres del año, anunció hoy la compañía. La firma registró un beneficio bruto de explotación ... Embraer incumple previsión ganancia por financiamiento aerolíneaReuters América Latina Embraer registró en 3T ganancias mayores a 2T ya igual periodo de ...swissinfo.ch Embraer registra 132,5 millones en gananciaThe Wall Street Journal Americas los 17 artículos informativos » |
El Gobierno alemán quiere comprar hasta un 15% de EADS
En concreto, Berlín habría indicado al banco público KfW que iniciara conversaciones con el fabricante de automóviles Daimler y el consorcio bancario Dedalus con el objetivo de comprarles sus respectivas participaciones del 7,5% en EADS antes de final de año, según informa el diario 'Financial Times'.
Aunque no se ha fijado un precio, se cree que la operación rondará los 2.700 millones. En este sentido, como KfW y otras entidades públicas controlan alrededor de un 3% del accionariado de EADS a través de Dedalus, sólo sería necesario adquirir un 12% adicional.
http://www.europapress.es/economia/noticia-economia-empresas-gobierno-aleman-quiere-comprar-15-eads-20121024174809.html
ANDALUCÍA | ECONOMÍA Alestis debe 73,9 millones - Andalucía Información
ANDALUCÍA | ECONOMÍA Alestis debe 73,9 millones - Andalucía Información:
ANDALUCÍA | ECONOMÍA Alestis debe 73,9 millones Andalucía Información A éstas le siguen Aciturri Composites, con 1,46 millones; Sicamb (544.000 euros); Aernova Aerospace SL (538.000); Fibertecnic SA (474.000) o In MAPA Aeronáutica SL, con 432.000 euros, al que le siguen una larga lista de clientes, la mayoría sin superar ... y más » |
Francia respalda a Airbus en disputa con Alemania - Reuters América Latina
Francia respalda a Airbus en disputa con Alemania - Reuters América Latina:
Francia respalda a Airbus en disputa con Alemania Reuters América Latina TOULOUSE, Francia (Reuters) - Francia respaldó el martes al fabricante europeo de aviones Airbus en una disputa con Alemania por el financiamiento de su próxima aeronave, en una nueva señal de la persistente tensión tras el fracaso de una fusión en la ... |
Airbus elevaría producción de A350-1000 - El Financiero
Airbus elevaría producción de A350-1000 - El Financiero:
 El Semanario Sin Limites | Airbus elevaría producción de A350-1000 El Financiero Reuters. París.- Airbus está buscando elevar la producción del modelo más grande de su línea A350 para fortalecer su posición en una crucial disputa con Boeing por un lucrativo espacio en el mercado de aeronaves, dijeron dos fuentes cercanas al asunto. Airbus A350 XWB la primera cola luce sus coloresFly-News El plano vertical de cola del primer A350 XWB ya tiene libreaQué.es Airbus aumentaría producción de A350El Semanario Sin Limites los 12 artículos informativos » |
América Latina, la región con mayor tasa de accidentes aéreos
América Latina, la región con mayor tasa de accidentes aéreos:
América Latina, la región más insegura para volar, según datos estadísticos del 2011
La región menos segura para viajar, con mayor tasa de accidentes aéreos, resultó ser América Latina, según un estudio realizado por la Organización de Aviación Civil Internacional (OACI), de Naciones Unidas. En concreto, durante el año pasado esta región contó un total de 15 accidentes de a
América Latina, la región más insegura para volar, según datos estadísticos del 2011
La región menos segura para viajar, con mayor tasa de accidentes aéreos, resultó ser América Latina, según un estudio realizado por la Organización de Aviación Civil Internacional (OACI), de Naciones Unidas. En concreto, durante el año pasado esta región contó un total de 15 accidentes de a
Airship Programs - Not So Buoyant, Says GAO
(Bad) timing is everything in aerospace. At the height of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, airships looked to be the answer to demands for persistent, "staring-eye" surveillance. But problems developing the systems - including, surprisingly, the decades-old technology of building a lighter-than-air vehicle - means they are coming along just as the window of opportunity is closing.
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) tells a heavy tale of lighter-than-air development and procurement troubles in a new report on Pentagon aerostat and airship programs. Here are some of the highlights: Airship Programs - Not So Buoyant, Says GAO
Lockheed and DCMA complete C-5M Super Galaxy flight
Lockheed and DCMA complete C-5M Super Galaxy flight: Lockheed Martin and the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) have completed the first joint acceptance test flight of the US Air Force's (USAF) C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft at Lockheed's Marietta facility in Georgia, US.
Boeing Projects $820 Billion Market for 7,290 New Airplanes in North America
- - High fuel prices drive need for new, more fuel-efficient single-aisle airplanes
- - Low-cost carriers' growth continues to outpace network carriers
TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] forecasts that air carriers in North America will take delivery of 7,290 new airplanes over the next 20 years at a market value of $820 billion. Taking retirements of airplanes into account, the North America fleet will grow from 6,650 airplanes today to about 8,830 airplanes by 2031.
"The North American commercial aviation market is about to record a third consecutive year of profit, with modest passenger traffic growth," said Randy Tinseth, vice president of Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, who released Boeing's 2012 North America market outlook today in Toronto. "The long-term outlook for the North American airline industry is approximately 3 percent annual traffic growth through the forecast period. The market is shaped by aggressive growth of low-cost carriers and the need to replace aging airplanes in the fleets of the established network carriers."
The network carriers are expected to maintain strict capacity discipline. Low-cost carriers will continue to outpace network carrier growth to accommodate increased demand and fill some markets abandoned by network carriers. Financial stability will also be a key indicator of future growth. Several airlines have indicated growth planning to be executed when returns are sufficient to fund their strategic goals.
Boeing forecasts single-aisle airplanes will grow to 69 percent of the total North America fleet by 2031. High fuel prices are intensifying the need for new fuel-efficient airplanes, prompting several airlines in the United States to accelerate their fleet renewal programs. Alaska, American, Delta, Southwest and United have announced plans to replace some of their older, less efficient airplanes with Next-Generation 737s or the new 737 MAX. Both the Next-Generation 737 and the 737 MAX offer significant advantages in improved capabilities, fuel efficiency and maintenance costs, as well as enhanced environmental performance.
Long-haul international traffic to and from North America is forecasted to grow at an annual rate of approximately 5 percent. The international growth is primarily driven by anticipated passenger traffic to Southwest Asia, China, the Middle East, Africa and South America. Passenger traffic between North America and those regions is forecasted grow at or above 6 percent per year. This growth in the long-haul segment is expected to result in demand for an additional 1,320 new fuel-efficient, twin-aisle airplanes such as the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Large airplanes (747-size and larger) will not see significant demand in North America, with only about 40 airplanes, or 1 percent of the total investment.
More information on the North America market forecast can be found at:http://www.boeing.com/commercial/cmo/north_america.html
BAE switches on F-35 production line
BAE switches on F-35 production line: BAE Systems has switched on a new, state-of-the-art production line for the fifth generation F-35 Lightning aircraft at the company’s facility in Samlesbury, UK.
USAF to flight test final X-51A Waverider jet in 2013
USAF to flight test final X-51A Waverider jet in 2013: The US Air Force (USAF) is planning to flight test its fourth and final experimental hypersonic jet X-51A Waverider in 2013, Air Force Research Laboratory's X-51A programme manager Charlie Brink has revealed.
España concentra el 11% de la carga de trabajo del A350 XWB
España concentra el 11% de la carga de trabajo del A350 XWB:
En el caso del A380, las plantas españolas solo participan en un 8%.
En el caso del A380, las plantas españolas solo participan en un 8%.
Las aerolíneas indemnizarán a los pasajeros por retrasos de más de tres horas
Las aerolíneas indemnizarán a los pasajeros por retrasos de más de tres horas:
Luxemburgo.- El Tribunal de Justicia de la Unión Europea (UE) confirmó el pasado lunes que los pasajeros aéreos que lleguen a su destino final con más de tres horas de retraso sobre el horario previsto tienen derecho a percibir una compensación de la aerolínea, siempre que el retraso no obedezca a circunstancias extraordinarias imposibles de evitar.
Luxemburgo.- El Tribunal de Justicia de la Unión Europea (UE) confirmó el pasado lunes que los pasajeros aéreos que lleguen a su destino final con más de tres horas de retraso sobre el horario previsto tienen derecho a percibir una compensación de la aerolínea, siempre que el retraso no obedezca a circunstancias extraordinarias imposibles de evitar.
La Soyuz TMA-06M con tres astronautas a bordo llegaron a la ISS (con video)
Cabo Cañaveral. – La nave rusa Soyuz TMA-06 con tres astronautas a bordo llegó ayer a la Estación Espacial Internacional (ISS) después de un viaje de dos días desde el cosmódromo de Baikonur, en Kazajstán.
Noticia completa aqui La Soyuz TMA-06M con tres astronautas a bordo llegaron a la ISS. Video justo debajo
¿Gasolina a partir del aire? Es posible y se está haciendo en el Reino Unido
http://www.gizmodo.es/2012/10/24/gasolina-a-partir-del-aire-es-posible-y-se-esta-haciendo-en-el-reino-unido.html
La idea es recoger el dióxido de carbono del aire y obtener hidrógeno del vapor de agua. Combinando el hidrógeno con el carbono, y a través de un catalizador se crea metanol. Por último, con un biorreactor el metanol se convierte en gasolina.
Las ventajas del sistema, a parte de que usa aire y vapor de agua, es que la gasolina es una forma muy sencilla de almacenar energía y que ya existe una infraestructura por todo el mundo para su uso. El sistema además se puede hacer más grande fácilmente y colocarlo junto a una central eléctrica para tener producción local de gasolina sin depender de otros países.
La idea es recoger el dióxido de carbono del aire y obtener hidrógeno del vapor de agua. Combinando el hidrógeno con el carbono, y a través de un catalizador se crea metanol. Por último, con un biorreactor el metanol se convierte en gasolina.
Las ventajas del sistema, a parte de que usa aire y vapor de agua, es que la gasolina es una forma muy sencilla de almacenar energía y que ya existe una infraestructura por todo el mundo para su uso. El sistema además se puede hacer más grande fácilmente y colocarlo junto a una central eléctrica para tener producción local de gasolina sin depender de otros países.
Éxito de la conferencia sobre sistemas de control de satélites, organizada por GMV
Entre los asistentes se encontraban ESA, CNES, Eutelsat, SES, Arabsat, Telenor, Turksat, Hispasat, HellasSat, Avanti, Nilesat, Measat, Sky Perfect JSAT, Star One, Astrium, TAS, Loral y Orbital
Los participantes recibieron información y asistieron a demostraciones
de los productos de GMV, además de compartir experiencias
entre agencias espaciales, operadores de satélites de comunicaciones y constructores de satélites
Madrid, 25 de octubre de 2012.- Recientemente, GMV ha organizado la quinta edición de la conferencia “GMV Users Conference”, sobre sistemas de control de satélites, GUC´2012, que ha tenido lugar a primeros de octubre en el Chateau d'Esclimont, Rambouillet (Francia), y que ha contado con la asistencia de cerca de 50 representantes de 18 organizaciones diferentes, entre las que se encontraban agencias espaciales, operadores de satélites de comunicaciones y constructores de satélites.
Durante tres días, los participantes han tenido oportunidad de asistir a presentaciones tecnológicas, compartir sus experiencias operacionales y participar en debates y mesas redondas sobre temas actuales que afectan al sector.
En la conferencia se trataron temas de gran interés para los asistentes, que giraron en torno a la automatización de las operaciones, nuevas tecnologías aplicadas a los sistemas de control en tierra, seguridad en la red y nuevos retos en la provisión de soluciones dinámica de vuelo a medida.
Los participantes tuvieron también la oportunidad de recibir información y asistir a demostraciones de las diferentes líneas de productos para el control de los satélites, como el sistema multimisión-multisatélite para monitorización y control de satélites hifly®; la infraestructura de productos genéricos de dinámica de vuelo, focusSuite; la herramienta de reconfiguración de la carga de pago de satélites de telecomunicación, smart rings; la herramienta de análisis de misión, matool; la herramienta de optimización de la capacidad del satélite, smarthz; la herramienta de monitorizado y control de estaciones de seguimiento, magnet; así como nuestras soluciones de seguridad en la red. Igualmente se presentaron y debatieron con los asistentes a la conferencia, las nuevas funcionalidades de estos productos y los futuros desarrollos de los mismos.
Al finalizar la conferencia, los asistentes tuvieron la oportunidad de expresar su entusiasmo por este tipo de iniciativas lideradas por GMV, como una oportunidad única no sólo para recibir información sobre los desarrollos tecnológicos y las tendencia futuras, sino que además constituye el marco inmejorable en el que debatir y compartir experiencias operacionales entre los diferentes actores involucrados en el sector espacial. Las conferencias proporcionan asimismo una excelente oportunidad para relacionarse y fortalecer vínculos entre participantes, fomentando además el conocimiento y la comunicación entre las organizaciones a las que pertenecen sus asistentes.
La lista completa de las organizaciones registradas en la conferencia ha incluido a ESA, CNES, Eutelsat, SES, Arabsat, Telenor, Turksat, Hispasat, HellasSat, Avanti, Nilesat, Measat, Sky Perfect JSAT, Star One, Astrium, TAS, Loral y Orbital.
GMV es un grupo tecnológico español fundado en 1984, de capital privado y con presencia internacional. Opera en los sectores: Aeroespacial, Defensa y Seguridad, Transporte, Sanidad, Telecomunicaciones y Tecnologías de la Información para AAPP y grandes empresas. Obtuvo unos ingresos en 2011 de más de 100 millones de euros, con una plantilla de más de 1.000 profesionales. La estrategia de crecimiento de la compañía está basada en la innovación continua, dedicando un 10% de su facturación a I+D+i. GMV ha alcanzado el nivel 5 de CMMI, el modelo más prestigioso del mundo en cuanto a la mejora de la capacidad de los procesos de una organización y cuenta con numerosas patentes internacionales. En la actualidad GMV es el primer proveedor independiente del mundo de Sistemas de Control en Tierra para operadores de satélites comerciales de telecomunicaciones; la tercera empresa europea por volumen de participación en Galileo; el principal proveedor de sistemas de mando y control C3I del Ejército de Tierra español. En el sector TIC ha llevado a cabo proyectos emblemáticos en el desarrollo e implantación de portales y plataformas de correo, se ha constituido en referente nacional como proveedor de soluciones y servicios avanzados de seguridad en redes IP, aplicaciones de movilidad y aplicaciones TICs para las Administraciones Públicas y el desarrollo de la e-Administración.
CASSIDIAN develops new Engineering Support System for Eurofighter
- Cassidian’s Engineering Support System improves operational capability of the German Eurofighter fleet.
- German Air Force to receive Engineering Support System in 2014
Cassidian is developing a new Engineering Support System (ESS) for German Air Force Eurofighter. The Cassidian ESS acts as an interface for the exchange of maintenance data with the aircraft, the analysis of aircraft and engine data, structural loads, and the interpretation of error messages from the Eurofighter avionic systems.
A successor to the present ESS – which is used by the four Eurofighter core nations – is needed in order to provide optimum support for future equipment upgrades to the Eurofighter as of software version SRP12 (P1E). In addition, the new system is fully connected to the Bundeswehr’s logistics information system (SASPF – standard application software product families). The Cassidian ESS will also improve the operational capability of the German Eurofighter fleet, for instance significantly shortening the inspection times between consecutive missions.
The ESS has a modular design and contains a standard interface for linking it to various logistics systems. This not only enables it to support other weapon systems, but also to be tailored to the specific requirements of other nations. Cassidian was awarded the development contract by the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) in early October. The new system is being developed at the Military Air Systems Centre in Manching in cooperation with the German Air Force, and will be delivered to the customer in 2014.
Boeing Starts Building First 777 at Increased Rate
8.3 per month rate is highest ever for a Boeing twin-aisle airplane
EVERETT, Wash., Oct. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) today began building the first 777 at the highest rate ever for a Boeing twin-aisle airplane. The rate of 8.3 airplanes per month is a nearly 20 percent increase over the previous seven per month rate.
The first part, the lower lobe of the aft fuselage, of the first 777 to be built at the new rate was loaded into position in the factory earlier today.
"The preparation the team has done for this historic rate increase has been comprehensive from floor to ceiling," said Scott Fancher, 777 vice president and general manager. "We've hired and trained hundreds of additional employees and the efforts of the team to get us to this point have been simply outstanding," he said.
New technologies have been implemented to achieve the highest production rate the Everett plant has seen. Flex-track drilling machines in the 777 body and wings area along with automated spray-painting equipment have enabled employees to increase productivity and improve quality and safety.
"This rate increase reflects the strong demand for the 777. It continues to be the clear leader in the 300-400 passenger seat market," Fancher said.
The airplane, a 777 Freighter, will be delivered to Korean Air in February 2013.
1,049 777s are currently in service. 1,380 have been ordered from 63 customers around the globe.
EVERETT, Wash., Oct. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) today began building the first 777 at the highest rate ever for a Boeing twin-aisle airplane. The rate of 8.3 airplanes per month is a nearly 20 percent increase over the previous seven per month rate.
The first part, the lower lobe of the aft fuselage, of the first 777 to be built at the new rate was loaded into position in the factory earlier today.
"The preparation the team has done for this historic rate increase has been comprehensive from floor to ceiling," said Scott Fancher, 777 vice president and general manager. "We've hired and trained hundreds of additional employees and the efforts of the team to get us to this point have been simply outstanding," he said.
New technologies have been implemented to achieve the highest production rate the Everett plant has seen. Flex-track drilling machines in the 777 body and wings area along with automated spray-painting equipment have enabled employees to increase productivity and improve quality and safety.
"This rate increase reflects the strong demand for the 777. It continues to be the clear leader in the 300-400 passenger seat market," Fancher said.
The airplane, a 777 Freighter, will be delivered to Korean Air in February 2013.
1,049 777s are currently in service. 1,380 have been ordered from 63 customers around the globe.
Boeing Reports Third-Quarter Results and Raises 2012 Guidance
Earnings per share of $1.35 reported on revenue of $20.0 billion
- Operating earnings rose at Commercial Airplanes and Defense, Space & Security
- Backlog grew to $378 billion driven by $24 billion of new orders
- Operating cash flow before pension contributions* totaled $2.3 billion
- Cash and marketable securities of $11.2 billion provide strong liquidity
- Guidance increased for revenue, EPS and operating cash flow
Boeing-COMAC Technology Center Announces First Biofuel Research Project
- Hangzhou Energy Engineering & Technology will find ways to convert waste cooking oil for use as jet fuel
BEIJING, Oct. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A newly formed technology center created by Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China (COMAC) has announced that Hangzhou Energy Engineering & Technology, Co., Ltd., (HEET) will conduct the center's first research project.
HEET, a company with experience developing alternative energy technologies, will focus on ways to convert discarded cooking oil into a component of sustainable aviation biofuel at the Boeing-COMAC Aviation Energy Conservation and Emissions Reductions Technology Center.
The project aims to identify contaminants in waste cooking oil, which often is described in China as "gutter oil," and processes that may treat and clean it for use as jet fuel. The focus of the project for the first year will be to demonstrate the feasibility of achieving significant cost reduction in converting gutter oils and other waste oils into jet fuel through improvement of conversion efficiency and associated technology.
The Boeing-COMAC technology center is working with China-based universities and research institutions to expand knowledge in areas such as sustainable aviation biofuels and air traffic management that improve commercial aviation's efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
Funded by both companies, the center opened in August at COMAC's new Beijing Aeronautical Science and Technology Research Institute (BASTRI).
"As one of the member organizations of COMAC, BASTRI was built for carrying out civil aviation industry research and we aim at expanding knowledge in sustainable aviation biofuels and carbon emissions reduction," said Qin Fuguang, president of BASTRI, COMAC. "China is the world's fastest growing aviation market and the biggest consumer of cooking oil. There's great potential for converting the waste cooking oil into sustainable aviation fuel. It's a good opportunity for Boeing, HEET and COMAC to work together and make efforts to protect the environment."
"HEET is a strong partner for the Boeing-COMAC technology center's 'gutter oil' research project," said Dong Yang Wu, vice president of Boeing Research & Technology - China. "We are excited about opportunities to partner with leading research capabilities in China to accelerate the global push for renewable jet fuels and support commercial aviation's growth while reducing its environmental footprint."
Waste cooking oil shows potential as a feedstock for sustainable aviation biofuel production and an alternative to petroleum-based fuel because China annually consumes approximately 29 million tons of cooking oil, while its aviation system uses 20 million tons of jet fuel. Finding more efficient ways to convert "gutter oil" into jet fuel could increase regional biofuel supplies and improve biofuel's affordability, enhancing the potential for commercial use.
About COMAC
The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, Ltd. (COMAC) is a state-owned company, which is formed with the approval of the State Council and jointly invested by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) of the State Council, Shanghai Guosheng (Group) Co., Ltd., Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), China Aluminum Corporation (CHINALCO), Baosteel Group, and Sinochem Group. COMAC was held on May 11th, 2008. COMAC is headquartered in Shanghai. Mr Jin Zhuanglong serves as Chairman of the Board, and Mr He Dongfeng as President.
COMAC functions as the main vehicle in implementing large passenger aircraft programs in China. It is also mandated with the overall planning of developing trunk liner and regional jet programs and realizing the industrialization of civil aircraft in China. COMAC is engaged in the research, manufacture and flight tests of civil aircraft and related businesses such as marketing, servicing, leasing and operations of civil aircraft. The company has seven member organizations: Shanghai Aircraft Design and Research Institute (SADRI), Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (SAMC), Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co., Ltd., Beijing Aeronautical Science and Technology Research Institute (BASTRI), COMAC Fight Test Centre (CFTC), Shanghai Aviation Industrial (Group) Co., Ltd. (SAIGC) and Shanghai Commercial Aircraft Magazine Co., Ltd.
COMAC adopts a "major manufacturer-suppliers" model, focusing on aircraft design, final assembly and manufacture of aircraft, marketing and customer service, and acquisition of certification. COMAC adheres to the principle of "developing with Chinese characteristics and representing the technical progress" and makes self-reliant advancement in the process of marketing, integration, localization and globalization. The company endeavors to manufacture large passenger aircraft that are safe, economical, comfortable and environmentally friendly. COMAC is determined to independently build large Chinese passenger aircraft that will soon be soaring through the blue skies.
About Boeing
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in 150 countries. Boeing products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training. For more information about Boeing please visit www.boeing.com.
In 2012, Boeing celebrates the 40th anniversary of its partnership with China's aviation industry. Boeing is the single largest purchaser of made-in-China aviation parts, committing hundreds of millions of dollars annually to dozens of suppliers. Today, some 6,000 Boeing airplanes fly throughout the world with integrated China-built parts and assemblies.
About Hangzhou Energy Engineering & Technology Co., Ltd.
Hangzhou Energy Engineering & Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading energy technology company that specializes in developing alternative and green energy technology. It is dedicated to Research & Development and commercialization of technologies that will help save energy and protect environment. HEET is located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province.
X-51a test results released
X-51a test results released:
The United States Air Force (USAF) has released the results of last August’s third test of the X-51a Waverider, which resulted in the crash of the unmanned scramjet demonstrator. At a press teleconference featuring the Program Manager for Air Force Research Laboratory, Charles Brink, it was confirmed that a malfunctioning fin was the cause of the crash. However, engineers are confident of correcting the fault in time for the fourth test flight scheduled for (Northern Hemisphere) late spring or early summer of next year... Continue Reading X-51a test results released
The United States Air Force (USAF) has released the results of last August’s third test of the X-51a Waverider, which resulted in the crash of the unmanned scramjet demonstrator. At a press teleconference featuring the Program Manager for Air Force Research Laboratory, Charles Brink, it was confirmed that a malfunctioning fin was the cause of the crash. However, engineers are confident of correcting the fault in time for the fourth test flight scheduled for (Northern Hemisphere) late spring or early summer of next year... Continue Reading X-51a test results released
miércoles, 24 de octubre de 2012
THE TANAN™ 300 – CASSIDIAN'S NEW-GENERATION HELICOPTER UAS FOR NAVAL AND LAND MISSIONS, POWERED BY A HEAVY FUEL ENGINE
Cassidian presents its TANAN™ 300 new-generation compact VTOL Tactical UAS (Vertical Take-Off and Landing Tactical Unmanned Aerial System) for maritime and land missions. Designed in close collaboration with potential customers in order to match their specific requirements, TANAN™ 300 is a real ‘eye in the sky' thanks to a full HD imagery chain and to its main payload which allows an easy switch between EO/IR (Electro-Optical and Infra-Red) high-definition cameras.
A very versatile system, TANAN™ 300 is designed to be flexible and also includes very high-capability payloads, such as an AIS (Automatic Identification System), an IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) system, a maritime radar, an electronic surveillance system and a direction finder, to suit all needs.
It is intended to carry out Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions for armies and navies, as well as civilian assignments. It can endure missions lasting over eight hours while providing full HD colour video in real time at maximum range.
Developed to reliably and consistently fulfil operational requirements, the TANAN™ 300 is a high-performance tactical UAS, integrating a powerful, safe and highly reliable genuine diesel engine. Boasting open, modular architecture and the latest generation of proven equipment, the TANAN™ 300 is capable of completing missions with ranges of up to 100 nm/180 km and a 50 kg payload.
Packed inside a shelter or a vessel, the TANAN™ 300 overall system is manageable by one operator and can be deployed in unprepared areas and/or at sea. The TANAN™ 300 is specifically equipped for operating at temperatures of between -20°C and +50°C and in challenging weather conditions.
The ground control system is set up to reduce the operator workload to a minimum thanks to a user-friendly human-machine interface that displays all necessary information on one straightforward double screen. Moreover, information can be exported via video transmission to a remote command and control station.
The demonstrator's first flight took place in 2010 and development is currently continuing according to schedule.
French Prime Minister inaugurates A350 XWB Final Assembly Line
- Facility named after Airbus pioneer and founding father, Roger Béteille
French Prime Minister, Jean-Marc Ayrault and Airbus President and Chief Executive Officer, Fabrice Brégier this morning officially inaugurated the 74,000 square-metre A350 XWB Final Assembly Line (FAL), in Toulouse, France. At full production, the FAL will employ some 1,500 people who will build up to ten aircraft a month as from 2018.
The ceremony, held inside the FAL, was attended by French political representatives, regional officials representatives from other Airbus home governments, as well as Airbus customers, suppliers, top executives and over 1,000 employees.
“Innovation is deeply rooted in our DNA and this is fully demonstrated on the A350 XWB, the world’s newest, most advanced airliner. Today we honour Roger Béteille, an exceptional aviation pioneer and we name the A350 XWB Final Assembly Line after him, one of our industry’s greatest innovators,” said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President & CEO.
“It is a great honour for me to have my name associated with this magnificent, state of the art A350 Final Assembly Line, “said Roger Béteille. “Airbus’ success is a concrete example of how European partners working hand in hand can achieve incredible things together and this has been an essential ingredient to becoming the world’s largest and premier aircraft manufacturer.”
Guests at the ceremony were able to see the A350 XWB coming to life, with the first two aircraft (the static aircraft and the first flyable aircraft, MSN1) at different stages of final assembly.
The static aircraft, which will be used solely for ground tests, has nearly completed assembly, with a full fuselage, two wings and the vertical tail plane joined. The aircraft will be transferred to the static test hangar at the Toulouse Jean-Luc Lagardère site to be prepared for static tests to start in spring 2013. The first flyable A350 XWB (MSN1) is also progressing well, with the fuselage already joined. The wing, vertical and horizontal tail plane for MSN1 are inside the FAL and will be joined to the fuselage in early November.
Béteille was one of Airbus’ four founding fathers. He was instrumental in the development of fly by wire flight controls, one of Airbus’ key innovations which has since become the industry standard. Béteille’s was also responsible for the introduction of the world’s first two engine wide-body aircraft, the A300 which performed its first flight 40 years ago. With the inauguration of this new FAL, Airbus celebrates the world’s newest generation two engine wide-body aircraft, the A350 XWB.
Astrium presents results of its study into automatic landing near the Moon’s south pole
- Mission concept established for automatic lunar lander vehicle to land near the Moon’s south pole in 2019
- Soft and precise landing is precursor to significant participation in future human lunar exploration
- ESA ministerial conference to decide next development steps in November 2012
Astrium, Europe’s leading space technology company, has presented at the ESA Preliminary System Requirement Review the major results of its Lunar Lander Phase B1 study. Carried out on behalf of the European Space Agency ESA, the study has consolidated the mission concept for automatic landing near the Moon’s south pole in 2019 as well as the provisional design of the lunar lander vehicle.
As part of the study, Astrium also confirmed the schedule for the mission and calculated total mission costs at some 500 million euros, including validation of technologies, 300 to 350 million euros for the development, manufacturing and testing of the Moonlander, as well as launcher services and operations. The upcoming ESA ministerial conference in November 2012 will decide how to proceed with the development of a lunar lander. Following this Phase B1 study, which was commissioned in September 2010, the next step would be Phase B2, which completes the spacecraft design phase and culminate with the Preliminary Design Review.
This present study works out and tests the key technologies for an automatic, soft and precise landing. Including very advanced features allowing to detect and avoid possible surface hazards (boulders, craters, steep slopes) an automatic lunar landing as envisaged in the study involves a series of technological challenges. To land softly and precisely on the Moon calls for key technologies such as an autonomous navigation system, based on visual navigation, and a complex propulsion system. Most of these technologies have been tested during the study: for instance, propulsion system components were put through their paces on Astrium’s test benches in Lampoldshausen. Meanwhile, the TRON (Testbed for Robotical Optical Navigation) and LAMA (Landing and Mobility Test Facility) facilities at the DLR Institute of Space Systems in Bremen were employed to test the navigation system hardware and landing legs in a realistic simulated lunar landscape.
“As a demonstration of technology, the ATV mission proves the skills and experience which Astrium has in automated rendezvous and docking procedures. This study’s concept is based on ATV technology, and our unique expertise will enable us to develop the key technologies essential to landing an automated vehicle on the Moon,” said Dr. Michael Menking, Senior Vice President Orbital Systems and Exploration at Astrium. ATV is the biggest supply vehicle servicing the international space station, built by Astrium.
Relying exclusively on solar energy for operation on the Moon surface, the lander will place a small Moon rover and various stationary experiments on the lunar surface to conduct scientific research over a period of about six months (basic mission), with the results determined in situ being transmitted to Earth. These results will provide an initial understanding of the Moon’s polar region, as well as supplying basic information for future human exploration missions.
Singapore Airlines to order 5x A380s and 20x A350 XWBs
Maximum comfort and efficiency for medium and long haul routes
Blagnac, 24 October 2012
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced that it will order 25 more widebody aircraft from Airbus, comprising five double deck A380s and 20 A350-900s. The aircraft will be operated on the carrier’s long range and regional services, offering maximum comfort and efficiency for high density and medium capacity routes.
The latest A380 order will be the third to be placed by the airline, bringing the total number of A380s ordered by SIA to 24. The airline, which was the launch operator for the A380, now has 19 aircraft in service, flying to 10 destinations in Europe, the US and the Asia-Pacific region from its Singapore base. In the mid-size category, the new A350 XWB order will see the airline double its backlog for the all-new aircraft to 40. The A350-900s will be used by the airline on both medium and long haul routes.
“This major order will provide us with additional growth opportunities and is consistent with our longstanding policy of maintaining a young and modern fleet. It demonstrates our commitment to the Singapore hub, and our confidence in the strength of the market for premium full-service travel,” said Goh Choon Phong, CEO, Singapore Airlines. “The aircraft will enable us to further enhance our network, providing more travel options to our customers. They will also feature the next generation of in-flight cabin products to keep us at the forefront of airline product innovation.”
“This announcement from one of the world’s most prestigious carriers underscores the unrivalled comfort and efficiency offered by Airbus widebody aircraft,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer, Customers, Airbus. “As Singapore Airlines has shown, the A380 has proven itself to be a game changer at the top end of the market. We are now set to bring new levels of efficiency to the mid-size segment with the arrival of the A350 XWB. We are extremely proud to count Singapore Airlines as a leading airline partner on both of these innovative aircraft programmes.”
Since first entering service with Singapore Airlines in 2007, the A380 has joined the fleets of nine world class carriers. Typically seating 525 passengers in three classes, the aircraft is capable of flying 8,500 nautical miles or 15,700 kilometres non-stop, carrying more people at lower cost and with less impact on the environment. The spacious, quiet cabin and smooth ride have made the A380 a firm favourite with passengers, resulting in higher load factors wherever it flies. To date, Airbus has recorded 257 firm orders for the A380 from 20 customers.
The A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) is an all-new mid-size long range product line comprising three versions and seating between 270 and 350 passengers in typical three-class layouts. The new Family will bring a step change in efficiency compared with existing aircraft in this size category, using 25 per cent less fuel and providing an equivalent reduction in CO2 emissions. Scheduled for entry-into-service in 2014, the A350 XWB has already won 558 firm orders from 34 customers worldwide.
New AW119Kx Single Engine Helicopter Unveiled At AMTC
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce the launch of the AW119Kx, the latest evolution of the proven and successful AW119 single engine helicopter, which features the Garmin G1000H glass integrated flight deck system and the very latest avionics, including synthetic vision, moving map, highway in the sky and obstacle/terrain avoidance systems, to improve situational awareness and increase safety. Certification of the AW119Kx is scheduled in the first quarter of 2013. The new aircraft was officially unveiled today at the Air Medical Transport Conference in Seattle, USA, which is being held from 22nd to 24th October. The AW119Kx is provided with state-of-the-art integrated avionics bringing this model to a new digital era while keeping the outstanding performance, cabin space and payload characteristics of the rugged AW119Ke. The first customer for the AW119Kx is Life Flight Network, which is set to receive all of the 15 units ordered for its air medical helicopter transportation requirement during 2013. These helicopters, provided with an customised EMS interior with two stretchers, will be based in the states of Oregon, Washington and Idaho.
Bruno Spagnolini, CEO, AgustaWestland said “The launch of the new AW119Kx highlights AgustaWestland’s commitment to the continued enhancement of its product range, both through the development of brand new models and installing the very latest technology into its existing products. He added “With the AW119Kx we are introducing greater capability into the single-engine market, thanks to an unequalled combination of advanced avionics and best-in-class performance and capacity. We are delighted that Life Flight Network, one of the world’s leading air medical transport providers, will be using the AW119Kx’s unique capabilities to help it save lives every day.” Michael Griffiths, Life Flight Network’s CEO adds, “Life Flight Network has become the largest not-for-profit air medical transport service in the Western United States. We were looking for a helicopter designed to provide exceptional speed and performance, proven safety, and a fully-equipped medical cabin supporting up to two patients. Our new AW119Kx helicopters, with the Garmin G1000H avionics package, including synthetic vision, met our high standards and will greatly support Life Flight Network’s lifesaving mission with the most modern, well-equipped fleet in the nation.”
The AW119Kx’s new avionics features the Garmin G1000H glass integrated flight deck system with two large 10.4’’ LCD units to provide both primary flight display and multi function display information. With synthetic vision, moving map, highway in the sky and obstacle/terrain avoidance system technology embedded, the pilot is provided with new levels of situational awareness and flight information, thereby reducing workload and increasing safety. The new avionics are also optimized for diagnostics and data analysis for maintenance purposes. The AW119Kx EMS helicopter configuration will include Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) lighting and operation of Night Vision Goggles (NVGs). The AW119Kx is the top-of-the-range helicopter in the single engine market. The helicopter, with a maximum gross weight of 2,850 kg (6,9283 lb), is powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6B-37A engine that is rated at 1002 shp (747 kW) for take-off, delivering exceptional performance in hot and high conditions as well as a class leading maximum speed of 152 knots (282 km/h). The AW119Kx has the most spacious cabin in its category and with its separate cabin and cockpit areas provides true cabin class comfort. Critical systems redundancies similar to twin-engine helicopters provide high levels of safety. Over 200 AW119 helicopters have been ordered to date in more than 30 countries by almost 100 customers. The new AW119Kx, like the AW119Ke, is perfectly suited to perform many roles including EMS, utility, fire-fighting, VIP/corporate transport, offshore transport, law enforcement and government duties.
http://www.agustawestland.com/news/agustawestland-unveils-new-aw119kx-single-engine-helicopter-amtc
Bruno Spagnolini, CEO, AgustaWestland said “The launch of the new AW119Kx highlights AgustaWestland’s commitment to the continued enhancement of its product range, both through the development of brand new models and installing the very latest technology into its existing products. He added “With the AW119Kx we are introducing greater capability into the single-engine market, thanks to an unequalled combination of advanced avionics and best-in-class performance and capacity. We are delighted that Life Flight Network, one of the world’s leading air medical transport providers, will be using the AW119Kx’s unique capabilities to help it save lives every day.” Michael Griffiths, Life Flight Network’s CEO adds, “Life Flight Network has become the largest not-for-profit air medical transport service in the Western United States. We were looking for a helicopter designed to provide exceptional speed and performance, proven safety, and a fully-equipped medical cabin supporting up to two patients. Our new AW119Kx helicopters, with the Garmin G1000H avionics package, including synthetic vision, met our high standards and will greatly support Life Flight Network’s lifesaving mission with the most modern, well-equipped fleet in the nation.”
The AW119Kx’s new avionics features the Garmin G1000H glass integrated flight deck system with two large 10.4’’ LCD units to provide both primary flight display and multi function display information. With synthetic vision, moving map, highway in the sky and obstacle/terrain avoidance system technology embedded, the pilot is provided with new levels of situational awareness and flight information, thereby reducing workload and increasing safety. The new avionics are also optimized for diagnostics and data analysis for maintenance purposes. The AW119Kx EMS helicopter configuration will include Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) lighting and operation of Night Vision Goggles (NVGs). The AW119Kx is the top-of-the-range helicopter in the single engine market. The helicopter, with a maximum gross weight of 2,850 kg (6,9283 lb), is powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6B-37A engine that is rated at 1002 shp (747 kW) for take-off, delivering exceptional performance in hot and high conditions as well as a class leading maximum speed of 152 knots (282 km/h). The AW119Kx has the most spacious cabin in its category and with its separate cabin and cockpit areas provides true cabin class comfort. Critical systems redundancies similar to twin-engine helicopters provide high levels of safety. Over 200 AW119 helicopters have been ordered to date in more than 30 countries by almost 100 customers. The new AW119Kx, like the AW119Ke, is perfectly suited to perform many roles including EMS, utility, fire-fighting, VIP/corporate transport, offshore transport, law enforcement and government duties.
http://www.agustawestland.com/news/agustawestland-unveils-new-aw119kx-single-engine-helicopter-amtc
La visita de Dilma Rousseff a Rusia, que quiere resucitar su oferta a Brasil de SU-35, podría incluir en agenda cazas y sistemas antiaéreos
La visita de Dilma Rousseff a Rusia, que quiere resucitar su oferta a Brasil de SU-35, podría incluir en agenda cazas y sistemas antiaéreos:
Aunque, en principio, el viaje presidencial estará básicamente orientado a las cuestiones relativas a la restricción rusa hacia las carnes brasileñas, ciertos medios de este país aluden a la posibilidad de que la adquisición de equipamiento militar se haya incluido en agenda
martes, 23 de octubre de 2012
RFP Kicks Off USAF Combat Rescue Helo
RFP Kicks Off USAF Combat Rescue Helo:
CSAR-X is dead, long live CSAR-X – only please call it Combat Rescue Helicopter, or CRH. In the latest attempt to replace its aging Sikorsky HH-60G Pave Hawk combat search-and-rescue helicopters, the U.S. Air Force has released the request for proposals for CRH, providing insight into the changes made in a bid to make the program affordable and avoid a repeat of the CSAR-X debacle.
CSAR-X is dead, long live CSAR-X – only please call it Combat Rescue Helicopter, or CRH. In the latest attempt to replace its aging Sikorsky HH-60G Pave Hawk combat search-and-rescue helicopters, the U.S. Air Force has released the request for proposals for CRH, providing insight into the changes made in a bid to make the program affordable and avoid a repeat of the CSAR-X debacle.
First #A321 with Sharklets flies for the first time in Hamburg joining the on-going certification flight test campaign
Airbus: First #A321 with Sharklets flies for the first time in Hamburg joining the on-going certification flight test campaign http://t.co/3Qj2G691
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Iraqi Air Force signs contract for second batch of F-16 fighters
Iraqi Air Force signs contract for second batch of F-16 fighters: The Iraqi Government has signed a contract with the US for the acquisition of a second batch of 18 F-16 C/D Block 52 Fighting Falcon multi-role fighter jets, the country's acting defence minister Sadoun al-Dulaimi has revealed.
US AFRL scraps Reusable Booster System programme
US AFRL scraps Reusable Booster System programme: The US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has cancelled the Reusable Booster System (RBS) programme, designed to enhance the country's space launch capability, due to budgetary constraints.
Air Force Releases RFP For Next Search And Rescue Helicopter
Air Force Releases RFP For Next Search And Rescue Helicopter: Program Will Replace HH-60G Pave Hawk Aircraft The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition has posted the Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) Request for Proposal (RFP) to the Federal Business Opportunities website, signaling the official launch of this high priority Air Force acquisition program.
Airbus reassures customers and suppliers that the A350XWB remains on track for first flight in the summer of 2013
AvWeekRupa: @Airbus reassures customers and suppliers that the A350XWB remains on track for first flight in the summer of 2013 http://t.co/EsKZq9K7
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234 medios aéreos han luchado contra el fuego en una de las peores campañas de los últimos años
La temporada de Incendios se cierra en España, con un importante aumento del número de siniestros y superficie quemada, debido a la grave sequia y a la previsión de incendios que azotan España en la precampaña.
Madrid, 23 de octubre de 2012. La patronal que engloba a las compañías aéreas de extinción de incendios ha hecho balance de la campaña 2012, poniendo de manifiesto los resultados de una de las peores campañas de los últimos años y con un considerable aumento de su actividad aérea en todas las zonas geográficas de nuestro país.
Según datos oficiales del Ministerio de Agricultura, Alimentación y Medio Ambiente (MAGRAMA), 2012 será recordado como un año nefasto en cuanto a la lucha contraincendios. La escasez de lluvia, la falta de limpieza en los montes, las actuaciones negligentes y la mano del hombre unida a la menor eficacia de los planes de incendios de las CCAA debido a los ajustes, sobretodo en la precampaña, ha provocado que este verano haya sido uno de los peores. La campaña de este verano se ha convertido en el peor resultado de todos los registrados hasta ahora, por el importante incremento de superficie arrasada, con casi 200.000 Ha, un 1 % de la superficie forestal nacional. A esto sumamos que desde enero a junio de 2012 se calcinaron un total de 132.299 hectáreas, lo que supone el triple de superficie con respecto al mismo periodo del año anterior.
Según Dámaso Castejón, Secretario General de AECA & Helicópteros, que engloba a todas las compañías que operan en campaña, «entre los meses de enero a mayo, se ha dado un importante número de siniestros y por tanto un aumento en las horas de vuelo, por lo que es recomendable un aumento de número de unidades para aumentar la efectividad. En Marzo presentamos un informe sobre los presupuestos para la precampaña que constataban la reducción de hasta un 11 por ciento, lo que impide atajar con mayor firmeza la oleada de incendios que tuvimos en la primera mitad del año». Este resultado sumado a la gran sequia que han tenido los montes españoles, ha supuesto un aumento del número de incendios, del 12 por ciento con respecto al año anterior.
Para este año 2012 se ha contado con un total de 238 medios aéreos, aportados por MAGRAMA y CC.AA. La mayoría de las CCAA y el Ministerio han mantenido el mismo esfuerzo inversor que años anteriores en la época de mayor riesgo y otras han realizado un ajuste que ha supuesto una atención más tardía a diversas zonas del país. Este ajuste ha sido muy considerable en precampaña y ha provocado un mayor trabajo de los escasos recursos con los que se contaban.
Hasta la fecha, y desde los inicios de la precampaña, las aeronaves han tenido un aumento considerable de su actividad llegando incluso a cifras sin precedentes, con más de 22.000 horas de vuelo realizadas. Los graves incendios de Valencia, Castilla y León, Canarias, Castilla y La Mancha, Andalucía y Cataluña acaparan más de 12.000 horas de vuelo.
Dada la singular orografía de montes y bosques del país, es necesario reforzar la flota de medios aéreos en cada región. Además, cabe destacar la labor de los helicópteros pesados tipo Kamov que este año han incrementado su actividad aérea en más de un 45 %. La actuación del medio aéreo es imprescindible y muy necesaria pues permite llegar con rapidez al incendio y transportar a las brigadas forestales. Pero la eficacia de este dispositivo radica en un reparto equidistante de los medios que permita cubrir las zonas en un espacio inferior a 30 minutos.
Además, hay que resaltar que la flota de helicópteros y aviones de España que operan en los incendios forestales es eficaz y moderna, y los profesionales son pilotos con una importante experiencia en este tipo de trabajos. En 2011, las compañías del sector invirtieron más de 55 millones de euros en la adquisición de flota, mantenimiento y la formación, en un sector que emplea a más de 3.000 profesionales al año.
Sobre AECA & Helicópteros
AECA Helicópteros, es miembro de la Asociación Española de Compañías Aéreas (AECA), una entidad sin ánimo de lucro que tiene como misión el fomento y la defensa de los intereses de las operadoras de helicópteros y empresas de trabajos aéreos, además de difundir la vocación de servicio público de sus operaciones aéreas ligadas a situaciones de emergencias. Representa al 90 por ciento del sector por número de aeronaves, facturación y empleados.
AECA Helicópteros basa su actividad en desarrollar de manera constante el sector, ser el punto de referencia sobre el mundo del helicóptero y los trabajos aéreos, potenciar canales de comunicación, favorecer el intercambio de experiencias, colaborar estrechamente con las administraciones aéreas y fomentar la formación continuada del personal.
Madrid, 23 de octubre de 2012. La patronal que engloba a las compañías aéreas de extinción de incendios ha hecho balance de la campaña 2012, poniendo de manifiesto los resultados de una de las peores campañas de los últimos años y con un considerable aumento de su actividad aérea en todas las zonas geográficas de nuestro país.
Según datos oficiales del Ministerio de Agricultura, Alimentación y Medio Ambiente (MAGRAMA), 2012 será recordado como un año nefasto en cuanto a la lucha contraincendios. La escasez de lluvia, la falta de limpieza en los montes, las actuaciones negligentes y la mano del hombre unida a la menor eficacia de los planes de incendios de las CCAA debido a los ajustes, sobretodo en la precampaña, ha provocado que este verano haya sido uno de los peores. La campaña de este verano se ha convertido en el peor resultado de todos los registrados hasta ahora, por el importante incremento de superficie arrasada, con casi 200.000 Ha, un 1 % de la superficie forestal nacional. A esto sumamos que desde enero a junio de 2012 se calcinaron un total de 132.299 hectáreas, lo que supone el triple de superficie con respecto al mismo periodo del año anterior.
Según Dámaso Castejón, Secretario General de AECA & Helicópteros, que engloba a todas las compañías que operan en campaña, «entre los meses de enero a mayo, se ha dado un importante número de siniestros y por tanto un aumento en las horas de vuelo, por lo que es recomendable un aumento de número de unidades para aumentar la efectividad. En Marzo presentamos un informe sobre los presupuestos para la precampaña que constataban la reducción de hasta un 11 por ciento, lo que impide atajar con mayor firmeza la oleada de incendios que tuvimos en la primera mitad del año». Este resultado sumado a la gran sequia que han tenido los montes españoles, ha supuesto un aumento del número de incendios, del 12 por ciento con respecto al año anterior.
Para este año 2012 se ha contado con un total de 238 medios aéreos, aportados por MAGRAMA y CC.AA. La mayoría de las CCAA y el Ministerio han mantenido el mismo esfuerzo inversor que años anteriores en la época de mayor riesgo y otras han realizado un ajuste que ha supuesto una atención más tardía a diversas zonas del país. Este ajuste ha sido muy considerable en precampaña y ha provocado un mayor trabajo de los escasos recursos con los que se contaban.
Hasta la fecha, y desde los inicios de la precampaña, las aeronaves han tenido un aumento considerable de su actividad llegando incluso a cifras sin precedentes, con más de 22.000 horas de vuelo realizadas. Los graves incendios de Valencia, Castilla y León, Canarias, Castilla y La Mancha, Andalucía y Cataluña acaparan más de 12.000 horas de vuelo.
Dada la singular orografía de montes y bosques del país, es necesario reforzar la flota de medios aéreos en cada región. Además, cabe destacar la labor de los helicópteros pesados tipo Kamov que este año han incrementado su actividad aérea en más de un 45 %. La actuación del medio aéreo es imprescindible y muy necesaria pues permite llegar con rapidez al incendio y transportar a las brigadas forestales. Pero la eficacia de este dispositivo radica en un reparto equidistante de los medios que permita cubrir las zonas en un espacio inferior a 30 minutos.
Además, hay que resaltar que la flota de helicópteros y aviones de España que operan en los incendios forestales es eficaz y moderna, y los profesionales son pilotos con una importante experiencia en este tipo de trabajos. En 2011, las compañías del sector invirtieron más de 55 millones de euros en la adquisición de flota, mantenimiento y la formación, en un sector que emplea a más de 3.000 profesionales al año.
Sobre AECA & Helicópteros
AECA Helicópteros, es miembro de la Asociación Española de Compañías Aéreas (AECA), una entidad sin ánimo de lucro que tiene como misión el fomento y la defensa de los intereses de las operadoras de helicópteros y empresas de trabajos aéreos, además de difundir la vocación de servicio público de sus operaciones aéreas ligadas a situaciones de emergencias. Representa al 90 por ciento del sector por número de aeronaves, facturación y empleados.
AECA Helicópteros basa su actividad en desarrollar de manera constante el sector, ser el punto de referencia sobre el mundo del helicóptero y los trabajos aéreos, potenciar canales de comunicación, favorecer el intercambio de experiencias, colaborar estrechamente con las administraciones aéreas y fomentar la formación continuada del personal.
Eurocopter's Naval and Maritime Helicopters to be showcased at the 2012 Euronaval Exhibition
Eurocopter's participation in this biennial event, to be held October 22-26 at Le Bourget Exhibition Centre near Paris, will underscore the decades of experience the company has acquired in naval and maritime helicopters. With a diversified product line tailored to numerous operational requirements, Eurocopter helicopters are counted on for such missions as antisubmarine and anti-surface warfare, anti-piracy and anti-smuggling missions as well as coastal or deep-sea maritime search and rescue operations.
Built by NHIndustries, a consortium formed by Eurocopter, AgustaWestland and Fokker, the NH90 is just one of the models on show. To date 122 NH90s have been delivered to customers, 18 of them the NFH naval version. The fleet has now clocked up a total of 30,000 flight hours, mainly in SAR missions performed in especially demanding environments and also in the Afghan theater of operations. Compatible with 80 types of NATO frigates, the naval version of the NH90 has fully demonstrated its capabilities in a wide range of missions, from reconnaissance, ship identification and tracking to rescue and transportation of passengers and troops.
"With more than 30,000 flight hours already behind it, the land and naval versions of the NH90 have shown their highly extensive operational capabilities in the most taxing conditions," said Dominique Maudet, Eurocopter Group Executive Officer for France. "We pay very close attention to the feedback we receive from the armed forces, which have been very positive," he added. "Italian forces have been particularly impressed by the NH90 TTH they have deployed in Afghanistan, while the NFH, which is set to receive its final qualification in the very near future, has already carried out a number of sea rescue missions, notably in France, in extreme flight conditions - saving many lives in the process."
Eurocopter will also be displaying models of its other naval and maritime helicopters, among them the AS565 MB Panther and the AS365 N3 Dauphin. A militarized version of Eurocopter's twin-engine Dauphin helicopter, the Panther is a multi-purpose, medium-weight aircraft designed for applications such as anti-submarine and anti-surface missions, SAR, surveillance and monitoring patrols in Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ), maritime counter-terrorism, casualty and medical evacuation, and troop and cargo transport. The N3+ version of the AS365 was recently fitted with a four-axis autopilot system; when used in SAR modes, this gives it the same mission capability as the civil version of the Panther.
Vueling unirá Barcelona con un centenar de destinos el año próximo
Vueling unirá Barcelona con un centenar de destinos el año próximo:
Vueling quiere hacer de Barcelona El Prat uno de los hubs más importantes de Europa
Las aerolíneas siguen presentando sus novedades para el próximo año: así, Vueling ha informado recientemente que apostará por Barcelona, ya que unirá el aeropuerto de El Prat -donde se pueden ver ofertas de vuelos Madrid-Barcelona- con cerca de cien destinos directos para lo que será la temporada
Vueling quiere hacer de Barcelona El Prat uno de los hubs más importantes de Europa
Las aerolíneas siguen presentando sus novedades para el próximo año: así, Vueling ha informado recientemente que apostará por Barcelona, ya que unirá el aeropuerto de El Prat -donde se pueden ver ofertas de vuelos Madrid-Barcelona- con cerca de cien destinos directos para lo que será la temporada
Air Force Releases RFP For Next Search And Rescue Helicopter
Air Force Releases RFP For Next Search And Rescue Helicopter: Program Will Replace HH-60G Pave Hawk Aircraft The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition has posted the Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) Request for Proposal (RFP) to the Federal Business Opportunities website, signaling the official launch of this high priority Air Force acquisition program.
Photo: Edwards F-35A Completes First AIM-120 AMRAAM Internal Weapons Release
Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs about 120,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The corporation's net sales for 2011 were $46.5 billion.
EMARSS: Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft cleared to enter FAA certification program
FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 22, 2012 -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] completed the first flight of the Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance and Surveillance System (EMARSS) Risk Reduction Prototype (ERRP) aircraft on Saturday, Oct. 6, a critical step required to support a comprehensive U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight test program.
The aircraft, a Hawker Beechcraft King Air 350ER, has been modified to replicate the design of the EMARSS aircraft's external fuselage. The Boeing team conducted return-to-flight maintenance checks during the 70-minute flight over Middletown, Del.
"First flight is a huge accomplishment, and I'm particularly grateful to Summit Aviation for their hard work in modifying the aircraft," said Randy Price, EMARSS program manager for Boeing. "As we analyze what we learned, we'll continue lowering risk and improving performance, which ultimately will benefit U.S. Army warfighters who will use EMARSS' near real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities."
The FAA flight test program will validate the modified King Air prototype's flight and handling qualities. Following the FAA flight tests, the program will apply for FAA Supplemental Type Certification.
"That FAA certification supports the airworthiness release to be issued by the Army Engineering Directorate for EMARSS," Price said. "We can focus subsequent testing of the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) aircraft on the mission systems capabilities and operational aspects and qualification of the platform."
The aircraft, a Hawker Beechcraft King Air 350ER, has been modified to replicate the design of the EMARSS aircraft's external fuselage. The Boeing team conducted return-to-flight maintenance checks during the 70-minute flight over Middletown, Del.
"First flight is a huge accomplishment, and I'm particularly grateful to Summit Aviation for their hard work in modifying the aircraft," said Randy Price, EMARSS program manager for Boeing. "As we analyze what we learned, we'll continue lowering risk and improving performance, which ultimately will benefit U.S. Army warfighters who will use EMARSS' near real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities."
The FAA flight test program will validate the modified King Air prototype's flight and handling qualities. Following the FAA flight tests, the program will apply for FAA Supplemental Type Certification.
"That FAA certification supports the airworthiness release to be issued by the Army Engineering Directorate for EMARSS," Price said. "We can focus subsequent testing of the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) aircraft on the mission systems capabilities and operational aspects and qualification of the platform."
Boeing, Samsung announced that they will explore working together to improve in-flight entertainment and communications
Initial focus will be on aircraft in-flight entertainment and communications, and factory productivity improvement
SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2012 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., [OTN: SSNLF] announced today that they will explore working together to research and develop technologies that improve in-flight entertainment and communications, as well as enhance factory productivity.
A signed memorandum of understanding between the world's largest aerospace company and the global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies will help broaden and deepen the Korean industrial ties to Boeing aircraft production.
Boeing and Samsung Electronics will initially start the development of advanced display and wireless networking technologies that offer more capabilities for passenger entertainment and ground-to-air communications, but are lighter and require less power. Additionally, the companies will explore opportunities to collaborate on projects involving productivity and enterprise mobility using Samsung's current and future devices and solutions in hand-held mobile devices and other IT products.
"Onboard communications and networking are key elements to the passenger in-flight experience, and connecting the airplane with ground crews during flight is vital to airline operational efficiency," said Larry Schneider, Boeing Commercial Airplanes vice president of Product Development. "The collaboration between Boeing and Samsung Electronics will explore the use of innovative technologies to advance the science in these areas."
Samsung Electronics said the new research-and-development relationship with Boeing demonstrates its continued commitment to cement its leadership in enterprise information technology through superior products, software solutions and services, and building relationships with valued partners.
"The aviation industry is one of the most complex and sophisticated landscapes in business, with millions of passengers and employees passing safely through aviation systems every day," said Bumcoo Cho, Samsung Electronics senior vice president of the Enterprise Business Team. "I am delighted that Samsung will work with Boeing to satisfy the fast growing demand of airline customers around the world. We will bring our expertise in multimedia and information technology to the forefront of aviation for a richer and more fulfilling connected experience while traveling."
Boeing Research & Technology, the company's advanced, central research and technology organization, will oversee the collaborative relationship for Boeing. The organization is focused on developing future aerospace solutions and improving the cycle time, cost, quality and performance of current aerospace systems.
About Boeing
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in 150 countries. Boeing products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training. For more information about Boeing, please visit www.boeing.com.
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunications Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world's most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visitwww.samsung.com.
A signed memorandum of understanding between the world's largest aerospace company and the global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies will help broaden and deepen the Korean industrial ties to Boeing aircraft production.
Boeing and Samsung Electronics will initially start the development of advanced display and wireless networking technologies that offer more capabilities for passenger entertainment and ground-to-air communications, but are lighter and require less power. Additionally, the companies will explore opportunities to collaborate on projects involving productivity and enterprise mobility using Samsung's current and future devices and solutions in hand-held mobile devices and other IT products.
"Onboard communications and networking are key elements to the passenger in-flight experience, and connecting the airplane with ground crews during flight is vital to airline operational efficiency," said Larry Schneider, Boeing Commercial Airplanes vice president of Product Development. "The collaboration between Boeing and Samsung Electronics will explore the use of innovative technologies to advance the science in these areas."
Samsung Electronics said the new research-and-development relationship with Boeing demonstrates its continued commitment to cement its leadership in enterprise information technology through superior products, software solutions and services, and building relationships with valued partners.
"The aviation industry is one of the most complex and sophisticated landscapes in business, with millions of passengers and employees passing safely through aviation systems every day," said Bumcoo Cho, Samsung Electronics senior vice president of the Enterprise Business Team. "I am delighted that Samsung will work with Boeing to satisfy the fast growing demand of airline customers around the world. We will bring our expertise in multimedia and information technology to the forefront of aviation for a richer and more fulfilling connected experience while traveling."
Boeing Research & Technology, the company's advanced, central research and technology organization, will oversee the collaborative relationship for Boeing. The organization is focused on developing future aerospace solutions and improving the cycle time, cost, quality and performance of current aerospace systems.
About Boeing
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, the company supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in 150 countries. Boeing products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training. For more information about Boeing, please visit www.boeing.com.
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunications Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world's most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visitwww.samsung.com.
New Missile Records 1st Operational Test Flight: CHAMP high-powered microwaves degrade or destroy electronic targets without collateral damage
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah, Oct. 22, 2012 -- A recent weapons flight test in the Utah desert may change future warfare after the missile successfully defeated electronic targets with little to no collateral damage.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Directed Energy Directorate, Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., successfully tested the Counter-electronics High-powered Microwave Advanced Missile Project (CHAMP) during a flight over the Utah Test and Training Range that was monitored from Hill Air Force Base.
CHAMP, which renders electronic targets useless, is a non-kinetic alternative to traditional explosive weapons that use the energy of motion to defeat a target.
During the test, the CHAMP missile navigated a pre-programmed flight plan and emitted bursts of high-powered energy, effectively knocking out the target's data and electronic subsystems. CHAMP allows for selective high-frequency radio wave strikes against numerous targets during a single mission.
"This technology marks a new era in modern-day warfare," said Keith Coleman, CHAMP program manager for Boeing Phantom Works. "In the near future, this technology may be used to render an enemy's electronic and data systems useless even before the first troops or aircraft arrive."
CHAMP is a multiyear, joint capability technology demonstration that includes ground and flight tests.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Directed Energy Directorate, Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., successfully tested the Counter-electronics High-powered Microwave Advanced Missile Project (CHAMP) during a flight over the Utah Test and Training Range that was monitored from Hill Air Force Base.
CHAMP, which renders electronic targets useless, is a non-kinetic alternative to traditional explosive weapons that use the energy of motion to defeat a target.
During the test, the CHAMP missile navigated a pre-programmed flight plan and emitted bursts of high-powered energy, effectively knocking out the target's data and electronic subsystems. CHAMP allows for selective high-frequency radio wave strikes against numerous targets during a single mission.
"This technology marks a new era in modern-day warfare," said Keith Coleman, CHAMP program manager for Boeing Phantom Works. "In the near future, this technology may be used to render an enemy's electronic and data systems useless even before the first troops or aircraft arrive."
CHAMP is a multiyear, joint capability technology demonstration that includes ground and flight tests.
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