China has tested its first stealth combat drone, state media said Friday, citing online photos of an aircraft resembling a shrunken US B2 bomber and hailing the advance toward Western-level technology. The test flight of the "Sharp Sword" unmanned aircraft […]
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South Korea will obtain 40 Lockheed Martin F-35A fighters under its F-X III requirement.
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Despega el Aeromobil (otro) coche que vuela
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Sharklets fitted to EasyJet Airbus A320s are delivering greater fuel-efficiency benefits than the airline foresaw.
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La Universidad Politécnica de Madrid organiza el lunes una jornada de dos conferencias sobre el espacio. La primera analizará cómo se garantiza la calidad en las misiones, y la segunda, los ensayos ambientales de los vehículos espaciales.
El Instituto Universitario de Microgravedad Ignacio Da Riva (IDR) de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) organiza el lunes 25 de noviembre una jornada de dos conferencias sobre el espacio.
Las charlas, señala la nota de prensa, tendrán lugar en la Sala Torres Quevedo de la Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Aeronáuticos de la UPM. La primera, a las 10:00 horas, se titula "Aseguramiento de la Calidad en Misiones Espaciales", a cargo del ingeniero Marcelo Cerocchi, jefe de Aseguramiento de Misión de la Comisión Nacional de Actividades Espaciales (CoNAE), la agencia espacial argentina, y abordará los siguientes aspectos: confiabilidad; materiales y procesos; ingeniería de los componentes eléctricos; contaminación; control de calidad, y seguridad.
"Ensayos Ambientales de Vehículos Espaciales" es la segunda conferencia (12:00 horas), impartida por el ingeniero Edgardo Roggero, gerente de Proyecto de la CoNAE, que repasará los ensayos de compatibilidad electromagnética; los ensayos mecánicos; la determinación de propiedades de masas y alineamiento; los ensayos vibroacústicos; el Pyroshock test y el funcionamiento mecánico, y los ensayos de balance y ciclado térmicos en vacío.
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Compaña aeronáutica de Ucrania evalúa abrir una planta de ... - El Nuevo Herald
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LIMA -- La compañía aeronáutica ucraniana Antonov, evalúa establecer una planta de ensamblaje en Perú, país al que desea convertir en centro de sus operaciones en América Latina, informaron este jueves los directivos de la empresa. Con ese fin se ...
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Iberia presenta nueva imagen en Airbus A330 llamado Juan Carlos I - Notisistema
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Iberia presenta nueva imagen en Airbus A330 llamado Juan Carlos I. Iberia presentó su primer avión Airbus A330 con la nueva imagen de la compañía, la aeronave fue bautizada con el nombre de Juan Carlos I y será la quinta en incorporarse a la flota.
Iberia espera acuerdo con sindicatos: IAG
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Iberia unveils new livery and logo
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Iberia CEO Luis Gallego formally presented the carrier's first aircraft bearing its new livery and logo at the T4 hub in Madrid-Barajas Airport Nov. 21.
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Iberia president: 'The worst is over, but change continues'
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Iberia—which unveiled its new logo and livery on an Airbus A330-300 Nov. 21 at Madrid-Barajas Airport—said the new branding expresses the carrier's ongoing process of transformation and modernization.
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Dubai Air Show - Flying with the Airbus A400M crew
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Take a thrilling ride with the crew of the Airbus A400M as they put their aircraft through its paces at this year's Dubai Air Show. (Video: Airbus)
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Introducing the new Boeing 777X
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Boeing stole the show at this year's Dubai Air Show when it introduced its brand new Boeing 777X. Here's a look at what the new aircraft has to offer. (Video: Boeing)
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Initial Report From Interstate Aviation Committee Say Plane Was Operating Normally
An initial report from the Moscow-based Interstate Aviation Committee says that the pilots of the Boeing 737 which went down Sunday in Tatarstan stalled the airplane, and then overcorrected, entering a steep dive which caused the plane to impact the ground at a near-vertical attitude
Dubai Air Show 2013 – Day 4 and Summary -UPDATED
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TIM ROBINSON reports from Day 4 of the Dubai Air Show, held on 17-21 November and provides analysis of this highly significant aerospace exhibition.
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Eurofighter Details Typhoon Enhancement Plan
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A series of major delivery commitments which will significantly enhance the capability of the world's most advanced swing role/multi-role combat aircraft have been confirmed by the Eurofighter consortium. Ground tests with the Storm Shadow and Taurus missiles have already been […]
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Flightglobal's interactive guide to careers in emerging markets
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The latest flurry of orders from Gulf carriers at the Dubai air show has again highlighted the huge demand for pilots and other aviation professionals in aviation's fastest-growing regions.
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Airbus sees 'strong interest' in lower-weight A330
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Airbus says it is seeing 'strong interest' in its lower-weight variant of the A330-300 from carriers both in and out of China, and defends that the aircraft is "optimised" for busy regional routes.
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La respuesta del Ministerio de Desarrollo Económico y Empleo de Finlandia a la pretensión de Finnair es contundente: primero están los finlandeses y en estos momentos en el mercado de trabajo nacional hay gente suficientemente preparada para cubrir estos puestos, máxime cuando la aerolínea ha despedido a más de un centenar de TCP's
A jumbo jet accidentally landed at Jabara Airport in Wichita, Kansas, late Wednesday, but appears to be too large to take off from there.
Boeing supera a Airbus en pedidos de Dubái - El Economista
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Boeing supera a Airbus en pedidos de Dubái
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Airbus anunció haber registrado 160 pedidos firmes e intenciones de compra por un valor total de 44,000 millones de dólares en el salón de Dubái, menos de la mitad que Boeing. Boeing, el gigante estadounidense, anunció pedidos para 342 aparatos, por ...
Airbus y Boeing logran contratos millonarios por pedidos en Dubái
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CFM announces $4.3-billion deal to power Pegasus Airbus planes - Economic Times
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CFM announces $4.3-billion deal to power Pegasus Airbus planes
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Safran says that the Leap, which is also used to power the Boeing 737MAX, a competitor to the A320neo, and the C919 being developed by Chinese group Comac, accounts for 68 per cent of the market for engines on new-generation, medium-range aircraft.
GE-Led Engine Venture Boosts Output as Boeing, Airbus Lift Rates
CFM56 Deliveries Pass the 25000 Mark
flydubai Signs Agreement with CFM for Up to 222 Engines
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CESA gana un contrato para el desarrollo de sistemas del "avión más eléctrico"
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La compañía madrileña CESA, propiedad de EADS, acaba de ganar un proyecto de la Unión Europea, dentro del programa de colaboración con la Federación Rusa, que tiene como objetivo el desarrollo de sistemas eléctricos de mando y actuación dentro del proyecto de un avión más eléctrico, bautizado como RESEACRH.
CESA participa en numerosos programas de I+D de la Unión Europea
Un consorcio liderado por la española CESA se ha adjudicado un nuevo proyecto, dentro del 7º Programa Marco de la Unión Europea y la iniciativa RESEARCH, que busca el desarrollo de un avión más eléctrico y por tanto más respetuosos con el medio ambiente. RESEARCH, que así se llama el proyecto, busca además estrechar los márgenes de colaboración en investigación aeronáutica con la Federación Rusa. La propuesta de CESA ha sido la mejor valorada pro el panel de expertos encargados de evaluar los proyectos presentados en esta convocatoria.
Un portavoz de CESA explica el motivo por el que la Unión Europea ha decidido lanzar este programa: "La reducción del impacto ambiental, el ahorro de costes tanto de operación como de mantenimiento y la implantación de sistemas más eficientes, seguros y fiables se han convertido en las máximas prioridades para los operadores y fabricantes de aeronaves. Dicho interés ha movido a la industria aeronáutica a la búsqueda constante de distintas soluciones para conseguir el ambicioso objetivo. Una estrategia comúnmente aceptada es el desarrollo de tecnologías más eléctricas a bordo de las aeronaves, dando lugar a numerosos proyectos de investigación actualmente en desarrollo, entre los que se encuentra el proyecto RESEARCH."
El principal objetivo de RESEARCH, explican también desde CESA, es el estudio, análisis y definición de una arquitectura más eléctrica para mandos de vuelo capaz de controlar las diferentes superficies de control manteniendo los requisitos de seguridad y fiabilidad similares a los sistemas actuales, así cómo desarrollar el estudio de viabilidad para ser aplicados en los aviones del futuro.
CESA ha apostado de forma decidida por la I+D+i como estrategia de futuro, y así, no es el primer programa europeo de este tipo donde esta empresa especialista en el desarrollo y fabricación de actuadores hidráulicos y mecánicos, participa. CESA también lidera l programas como ARMLIGHT y E-Rudder,dentro de la iniciativa JU CLEANSKY, del 7º Programa Marco. La empresa explica en un comunicado que en ellos se están desarrollando nuevos conceptos de actuación electromecánica para tren de aterrizaje y mandos de vuelo primarios, y que los trabajos son complementarios a los de RESEARCH.
LOS PARTICIPANTES
En el consorcio RESEARCH liderado por CESA participan además por la parte europea el centro tecnológico español TECNALIA, el centro de investigación aeroespacial francés ONERA y la empresa italiana UMBRA. Por parte rusa están presentes dos centros tecnológicos de primer nivel (TsAGI y la Universidad de Moscú) y la empresa UAC (United Aircraft Corporation), la mayor corporación aeronáutica rusa.
Desde CESA destacan que el perfil de las empresas que integran el consorcio ganador del proyecto, empresas grandes, medianas, centros de I+D y Universidad, permite cubrir todas las etapas definidas en el proyecto, y además, conseguir la finalidad última del mismo, impulsar la colaboración y cooperación ruso-europea en proyectos aeronáuticos. El proyecto se ha establecido para un plazo de 30 meses de ejecución.
El objetivo del programa es el de realizar un demostrador para ser instalado en un banco de pruebas con el fin de validar los conceptos desarrollados, prestaciones del sistema y las performances de los distintos sistemas de actuación. CESA, además de gestionar y coordinar el proyecto, tendrá un destacado protagonismo técnico en el desarrollo de la arquitectura de los distintos sistemas que se vayan desarrollando para conseguir un modelo de avión más eficiente y respetuoso con el medio ambiente en el futuro.
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DUBAI: Airbus reveals long-term forecast for A400M
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Airbus Military's Dubai debutant A400M might have reached the international market too late to vie for the Middle East region's recent investment in large transport aircraft, but the company hopes to "reverse this situation very soon".
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DUBAI: China details performance of 'carrier killer' missile for JF-17
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China's AVIC has revealed performance and accuracy details about a supersonic cruise missile reportedly dubbed an "aircraft carrier killer".
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Una empresa riojana coordina un proyecto europeo de propulsión electromagnética para satélites
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Un proyecto europeo de propulsión electromagnética mediante plasma, que coordina la empresa riojana JMP Ingenieros, fue elegido como mejor trabajo científico en el congreso sobre propulsión eléctrica espacial IEPC 2013, en octubre.
El proyecto europeo LμPPT (Liquid Micro Plasma Propulsion Thruster), que coordina la empresa riojana JMP Ingenieros, fue elegido como mejor trabajo científico en el congreso sobre propulsión eléctrica espacial IEPC 2013, celebrado en octubre en Washington (EE.UU.).
Como informa la empresa en un comunicado, se trata de satélites cúbicos modulares de 10 centímetros de lado y entre 1 y 5 kilos de peso. Su principal ventaja reside en que utilizan el único sistema mundial de propulsión electromagnética basado en plasma y combustible líquido no contaminante.
En el IEPC se presentaron investigaciones punteras a nivel mundial en propulsión de plasma, así como otras aplicaciones del plasma en el espacio y otras tecnologías. IEPC es el principal foro internacional para los desarrolladores, investigadores, gestores, académicos y estudiantes en el campo de la propulsión eléctrica para naves espaciales. Se celebra cada dos años y cuenta con más de 300 participantes de todo el mundo.
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Rusia venderá aleaciones de titanio a Boeing hasta 2022 - RIA Novosti
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Rusia venderá aleaciones de titanio a Boeing hasta 2022
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Rusia suministrará aleaciones de titanio a la empresa estadounidense Boeing hasta el año 2022, informó el director de la corporación VSMPO-Avisma Mijaíl Voevodin, al comentar la firma del acuerdo durante la Exposición Internacional Dubai Air Show ...
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Autoridades rechazan conclusiones precipitadas sobre el accidente ... - RIA Novosti
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Autoridades rechazan conclusiones precipitadas sobre el accidente ...
RIA Novosti
Entre los fallecidos figuran el hijo del presidente tártaro, Irek Minnijánov, y el responsable de la Dirección regional del Servicio Federal de Seguridad, Alexandr Antónov, así como dos ciudadanas extranjeras, de Ucrania y Reino Unido. Las autoridades ...
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Piaggio Aero P.1HH HammerHead UAS programme achieves First Flight
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the UAV technology demonstrator successfully performed remotely piloted full test flight
Dubai (UAE) 18th November 2013: Piaggio Aero, together with Selex ES, announces at the Dubai Air Show 2013 that the P.1HH HammerHead Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) has achieved the demonstration and validation phase of the programme with the maiden flight of the P.1HH DEMO, Piaggio Aero's UAV technology demonstrator. This flight is a fundamental milestone that paves the way to the next phase of the programme development
The flight readiness of the P.1HH DEMO flight Technology Demonstrator had been confirmed by the first flight, which occurred on Thursday 14th November 2013, at the Trapani (Italy) "Birgi" Italian Air Force base.
The P.1HH DEMO UAV has taken off at a rotation speed of 110 kts and performed a flight over the Mediterranean sea for approximately 12 minutes, while being remotely piloted from the Ground Control Station, which allowed for testing of the navigation system and verification of maneuvering capabilities in both manual and automatic flight modes.
The flight was performed in mid-flap configuration with landing gear extended. The aircraft reached an altitude of 2,000 ft. and a speed of 170 Kts, flying at 12 miles from the base. The UAS landed at 1.15 pm at the Trapani military airport completing its first flight test.
A joint team from Piaggio Aero and Selex ES, a Finmeccanica Company, successfully conducted the fight operations.
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DUBAI: Boeing reveals low-cost Challenger to own P-8
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Boeing has used the Dubai air show to formally launch a modified Bombardier Challenger 605 business jet for the maritime surveillance role.
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Dos proyectos españoles ensayarán cómo introducir UAV en los cielos de Europa - Noticias Infodefensa España
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Rolls-Royce considers 3D printing jet engine parts
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Rolls-Royce is looking to implement 3D printing technology in the production of aircraft engine parts, a move which will expedite production, while producing lightweight components.
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Russian authorities narrow focus of possible causes for Boeing 737 crash
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Russian authorities are focusing their investigation into the fatal Tatarstan Airlines Boeing 737-500 crash in Kazan on five possible causes.
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Iran unveils what it says is its biggest drone
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Iran unveiled a new aircraft Monday that it says is the biggest drone yet to be developed in the Islamic Republic, capable of staying aloft for up to 30 hours.
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DUBAI: Boeing plans first 777X flight in 2019
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Boeing has outlined the development schedule for its 777X programme, which is aimed for a service-entry in 2020.
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EC175 attains time-to-climb milestones
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Eurocopter is claiming a pair of time-to-climb records for its developmental EC175 super-medium helicopter as it pursues certification for the type in early 2014.
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NASA's Supersonic Passenger Planes of the Future: Coming in 2025? - DailyFinance
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NASA's Supersonic Passenger Planes of the Future: Coming in 2025?
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Boeing's Dreamliner may seem like the plane of the future, but compared with the next-generation passenger concept planes that NASA is researching, it's already outdated. While that may sound like bad news for Boeing, it's not. Boeing, Northrop Grumman ...
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Flydubai orders up to 111 more Boeing 737s
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Flydubai announced Sunday at the Dubai Air Show that it has committed to order up to 100 Boeing 737 MAX-8s and 11 more 737-800s in deal valued at $11.4 billion at list prices.
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DUBAI: Cassidian starts work on unmanned Sagitta
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Cassidian used the opening day of the Dubai air show to detail its plans to in 2015 fly a sub-scale demonstrator intended to prove future unmanned air system technologies.
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Belgium to launch F-16 replacement process
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Belgium's defence ministry will issue a request for information in early 2014 to potential suppliers of a replacement for its air component's Lockheed Martin F-16s.
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DUBAI: Etihad orders 25 777Xs and 30 787s
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Middle East carrier Etihad Airways has placed order for 25 Boeing 777Xs, 30 Boeing 787-10s and one 777 freighter today at the Dubai air show.
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DUBAI: Boeing formally launches 777X family with 259 commitments
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Boeing has formally launched its new 777X family with orders and commitments by four airlines for 259 aircraft at the Dubai air show today.
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A major objective of the tests was to show active flow control can enhance the performance of a vertical tail enough to enable future designers to reduce the size of the structure for a whole family of airplanes. That could reduce the penalties related to the vertical tail that aircraft currently pay in drag and weight.
The testing, which began in early September and concluded Nov. 4, took place at the U.S. Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Center's 40- by 80-foot wind tunnel at Ames in Moffett Field, CA.
"This test campaign is a key component of NASA's Environmentally Responsible Aviation Project," said project manager Fay Collier. "The maturation of technologies such as active flow control, which will benefit aviation by improving fuel efficiency, reducing emissions and noise levels, is what NASA's aeronautics research is all about. The promising results of these wind tunnel tests and the following flight demonstration in 2015 undoubtedly will have an impact on future "green" aircraft designs," said Collier.
Deal worth $2.8bn for up to 13 A330-200Fs including options
Complementing three A330-200Fs already operated by Qatar Airways.
17 NOVEMBER 2013 PRESS RELEASE
Qatar Airways has placed a firm order for five new Airbus A330-200 Freighter aircraft in an agreement signed at the Dubai Airshow 2013. These new aircraft will complement the airline's rapidly growing network, which includes more than 40 routes that have dedicated freighter services. Included in the order are eight additional A330-200F options – which would make today's deal potentially worth over $2.8bn at list prices for a total of 13 aircraft. These aircraft on order will complement three A330-200Fs Qatar Airways already operates since earlier this year.
"The A330 Family has demonstrated outstanding operational reliability and performance for both our passenger and cargo transport operations. It is with this in mind that we chose to expand our freighter fleets with more A330-200Fs," said Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways CEO. "We aim to be the best in everything we do, the air cargo market is no different, which is why we ordered the most modern and economic cargo aircraft available in its category."
Airbus President and CEO, Fabrice Brégier said, "Qatar Airways is one of our key partners in the region, and its selection of the A330-200F illuminates its ambitious plans as the airline expands and invests in new freighter aircraft. The A330-200F, with up to 70 metric tonnes of payload, is the only viable alternative to large freighters in today's fast changing market, making it an ideal choice for a constantly evolving carrier."
Another vote of confidence from a leading Middle East carrier for Airbus
17 NOVEMBER 2013 PRESS RELEASE
Etihad Airways, national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced a firm order for 50 A350 XWBs, 36 A320neo aircraft and one A330-200F as part of its fleet modernization strategy. The contract was signed today at the 2013 Dubai Airshow by James Hogan, Etihad Airways CEO and Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO.
The order comprises 40 A350-900s, ten A350-1000s, one A330-200F, 26 A321neo's and 10 A320neo's. Etihad currently operates a fleet of 23 A320 Family aircraft, 25 A330s and 11 A340s. The new aircraft will fit seamlessly into the airline's existing long-haul fleet delivering operational efficiencies and cost savings.
James Hogan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said, "Ten years ago this month, we celebrated our inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi using an Airbus A330.
"A decade later, we have grown into one of the world's leading airlines and the importance of Airbus to our fast-growing operations has never been stronger. We have more than 60 Airbus aircraft in our fleet today, and this latest order is testament to the continued strength of our partnership.
"As one of the first airlines set to receive the much-awaited Airbus A350-1000, we look forward to benefiting from its operational efficiencies and cost savings."
"We are delighted that Etihad Airways has consistently maintained its confidence in the full range of Airbus' modern aircraft family. This is highlighted by today's new order for the fuel-efficient A320neo Family, to the versatile A330-200F and up to the all-new, efficient A350 XWB Family," said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO. "We look forward to seeing Etihad benefit from the unbeatable economics and best-in-class comfort all our aircraft offer, ensuring the continued success of Etihad Airways as a leading airline for the years to come."
The A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) is an all-new mid-size long range product line comprising three versions. The new Family, whose fuselage cross-section is optimized to accommodate Airbus' 18-inch economy seat-width for long range passenger comfort, will also bring a 25 percent step change in efficiency compared with existing aircraft in this size category. Scheduled for entry-into-service in 2014, the A350 XWB to date has already won 764 firm orders from 39 customers worldwide.
The A320neo is offered as an option for the A320 Family and incorporates new more efficient engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver up to 15 percent in fuel savings. At the end of October 2013, firm orders for the NEO stood at 2,487 from 44 customers, making it the fastest selling commercial airliner ever and underlining its market leadership position.
The A330-200F is the all-freight version of the best-selling A330 Family. It is the world's most modern mid-size freighter and can carry 70 tonnes of payload with a range capability of up to 4,000nm. To date, Airbus has won more than 1,280 orders for the various versions of the A330, with over 1,010 aircraft currently flying with more than 100 operators worldwide.
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum: "A380 continues to be Emirates' flagship"
17 NOVEMBER 2013 PRESS RELEASE
Dubai-based Emirates airline has placed an additional order for 50 A380 aircraft, confirming the continued strong demand for very large aircraft in the Middle East that are needed to meet the region's higher than average traffic growth. The order was signed at a ceremony at the 2013 Dubai Airshow witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group and Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO.
"The A380 continues to be the flagship of our fleet and after five years in operation it remains highly popular with our passengers," said HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. "It is still one of the most efficient aircraft to operate today in terms of fuel burn and emissions per passenger, and it gives us the flexibility in some cases to meet passenger demand in slot-constrained markets. This latest order will help us meet both fleet expansion and fleet replacement needs."
"We value our partnership with Emirates Airline and are pleased to see this getting stronger each day with their A380s flying," said Fabrice Brégier, Airbus CEO and President. "By strategically placing the A380 at the centre of its business, Emirates is maximizing its leading position with each day of operations. Emirates has understood from the start the A380s advantages in terms of efficiency, economics and passenger comfort. It continues to be a true crowd-puller and contributor to the rapid development of its Dubai hub."
Following delivery of their first A380 in July 2008, Emirates has now taken delivery of 39 A380s. Their 39th A380 is on Airbus' static display at the 2013 Dubai Airshow. All Emirates' A380s are powered by Engine Alliance GP7200 engines.
Since first entering service in 2007, the A380 has joined the fleets of ten world class carriers. The aircraft flies 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 favorite with both airlines and passengers, resulting in higher load factors wherever it flies.
The total A380 fleet has accumulated over one million flight hours in almost 140,000 commercial flights. To date some 50 million passengers have already enjoyed the unique experience of flying on board an A380. Every five minutes, an A380 either takes off or lands at one of the 34 airports where it operates today and the network is constantly growing.
El salón de Dubai, una cita suculenta para Airbus y Boeing - Telemetro
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El salón de Dubai, una cita suculenta para Airbus y Boeing
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El salón aeronáutico de Dubái abre sus puertas este domingo, una cita que se anuncia prometedora para Boeing y Airbus gracias al apetito insaciable de las compañías del Golfo. En el evento, previsto del domingo al jueves en el Dubai World Central ...
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Garuda Indonesia to expand fleet with 200-250 new aircraft
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Indonesia's flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is planning to increase its fleet size by 200-250 aircraft over the 2015-2025 period, in a move to address the demand in growing aviation markets.
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Noruega busca ingenieros en España
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Noruega necesita ingenieros cualificados, según el embajador de Noruega, Johan Christopher Vibe, en particular de industriales y telecomunicaciones, entre otros sectores. Así lo afirmó esta semana en un evento organizado por la empresa noruega Frisk Bris en colaboración con la Escuela de Industriales de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid y las cámaras de Comercio hispano-noruega e hispano-sueca.
Noruega necesita ingenieros cualificados, según el embajador de Noruega, Johan Christopher Vibe, y los está buscando en España, entre otros países. Así lo afirmó esta semana en un evento organizado por la empresa noruega Frisk Bris en colaboración con la Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Industriales de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid y las cámaras de Comercio hispano-noruega e hispano-sueca.
El país nórdico necesita ingenieros industriales, de telecomunicaciones, electrónicos y mecánicos; así como ingenieros de ferrocarriles, caminos y puentes. La empresa Frisk Bris presentó su oferta de servicios en presencia del Embajador de Noruega.
Según indica la nota de prensa de la embajada de Noruega, "la internacionalización es fundamental para poder competir globalmente. Noruega ve su futuro en las industrias del conocimiento – única vía para competir en el mundo globalizado. Por esto nos interesa desarrollar nuestra relación con España".
Fuente: Instituto de la Ingeniería de España
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Airbus confirma que entregará los primeros A350 en 2013 - Terra Colombia
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Airbus confirma que entregará los primeros A350 en 2013
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París, 14 ene (EFECOM).- Los primeros aparatos del avión deAirbus A350, el avión de mediana capacidad y larga autonomía, seránentregados a las aerolíneas en 2013 tal y como estaba previsto,afirmó hoy el director general del constructor europeo, ...
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Air France-KLM: Terms 'still not met' for capital increase support in Alitalia
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The Alitalia board of directors has approved a revised strategic plan aimed at improving asset management efficiency and making the airline more competitive by slashing costs.
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Norwegian Air Shuttle to open Madrid base in 2014
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Norwegian Air Shuttle will open a new base of operations in Madrid in summer 2014, its fifth Spanish base.
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EADS 9-month profit up 36%
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Airbus parent EADS has reported net income of €1.2 billion ($1.61 billion) for the nine months to Sept. 30, up 36% from €880 million in the year-ago period.
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Finnair downgrades profit outlook as strike action looms
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Finnair has downgraded its financial guidance for the year in the face of potential strike action that could start as early as Friday and last until Nov. 23.
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Northrop deploys radar jamming on small UAS
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Northrop Grumman has used a miniature electronic attack payload on its Bat unmanned air system (UAS), marking the first time such a system has been used on small, tactical UAS like Bat, according to the company.
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Tal como recogió el periódico, algunas aerolíneas, incluyendo a American, British Airways, United Continental Holdings Inc. y JetBlue Airways Corp., están vertiendo toda esa masa de datos disparejos en depósitos digitales unificados y cruzándolos para obtener un perfil lo más completo posible de sus clientes, usando identificadores únicos, como cuentas de viajero frecuente, direcciones de correo electrónico y números de teléfono.
Thomas Davenport, profesor de Babson College, que ha estudiado la forma en la que las líneas aéreas usan los datos, asegura que estos sistemas ayudarán a aumentar sus ingresos a bordo del avión, un área todavía poco explotada
Trabajadores de Aciturri se movilizan para evitar el "cierre" de la planta gaditana – Cierre de plantas – Noticias, última hora, vídeos y fotos de Cierre de plantas en lainformacion.com
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Iberia: Llega el primer Airbus A330 con colores nuevos
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El primer Airbus A330 de Iberia con la nueva decoración llegará esta tarde procedente de la factoría de Airbus en Tolouse.
El EC-LYF es el quinto Airbus A330 que recibe Iberia de su pedido de ocho ejemplares.
Qantas Launches Latest in Series of "Flying Art" Liveries
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Qantas's newest Flying Art livery "Mendoowoorrji" – Photo: Qantas
Qantas Airways recently took delivery of the fourth, and latest, aircraft in it's Aboriginal "Flying Art" livery after an unveiling in Seattle.
Qantas has long had a tradition of special liveries depicting numerous special events, but the "Flying Art" series is iconic and unique to Qantas. Starting in 1993, to celebrate the International Year of Indigenous People, the first Qantas aircraft to get the special treatment was a 747-400 entitled "Wunala Dreaming".
A Boeing 747-400ER (VH-OEJ) sporting the Wunala Dreaming livery. Image: Bernie Leighton
The design was meant to represent kangaroos and the red outback landscape (wunala is aboriginal for kangaroo) and became the most famous of the liveries; so much so that when the first aircraft to wear the livery, VH-OJB, was due for refit, it was moved to a new 747-400ER (VH-OEJ).
The only other still-flying piece of Qantas Aboriginal art is "Yananyi Dreaming" – Photo: Mal Muir
A second 747 got the special treatment in 1995 (this time a 747-300), entitled "Nalanji Dreaming" didn't get as much love as its predecessors; when the -300s left the fleet, the plane was stripped bare at one of the Qantas bases, where it remains to this day awaiting scrapping.
The first domestic aircraft to get a special themed livery, a 737-800, was "Yananyi Dreaming" and took it's first flight in 2002. It has been flying the Australian skies ever since and was the only Flying Art livery flying after Wunala was withdrawn in 2012.
"Mendoowoorrji" getting a fitting reception in Sydney, receiving a water cannon salute – Photo: Qantas
The latest piece of flying art to join the Qantas fleet is "Mendoowoorrji", which is adapted from renowned aboriginal artist Paddy Bedford's Medicine Pocket. "Mendoowoorrji" is the location in the East Kimberley of Western Australia where Paddy Bedford is from and this aircraft is a tribute to not only the artist but the region as well.
"As the national carrier, Qantas has a proud history of featuring Indigenous art throughout its fleet and we are pleased to welcome the newest aircraft in our Indigenous flying art series," said Qantas CEO Alan Joyce. "The aircraft is a tribute to Aboriginal art and culture and is aimed at promoting cultural diversity and appreciation of Australia's Indigenous heritage."
Unless you get up close, you can't see the detail that went into creating this piece of flying art. What appears white is actually almost blue. – Photo: Qantas
When you look at the aircraft the first time, it may not look like much compared to the previous liveries. In fact the first time I saw it my thoughts were, "that's a lot of white." But Balarinji (the designers of the livery) used this in their design.
The subtlety in the livery is where the uniqueness kicks in. The aircraft has colors and details that the eye can't see without being up close – the rear markings of the plane are also slightly blue, something you wouldn't see unless at the right angle.
The biggest change is the incorporation of the livery in the overall design. In the past, the standard Qantas red tail and kangaroo was applied, however this time the red has been adjusted to reflect earthy tones of the artist's work.
Paddy Bedford's Medicine Pocket is the inspiration for this unique Qantas Livery – Image: National Gallery of Australia
As with any special livery, opinions will of course be mixed. Personally, I still prefer the original pieces of Wunala or Yananyi. Those aircraft that were essentially my spotting targets for many years while living in Australia.
Managing to get Wunala on its final flight into Brisbane before being repainted was a special day for me, so seeing this new aircraft originally shocked me at how "bare" it looked.
Others have commented that they love the new livery, that the artwork is modern and contemporary, like the artist's work. That is still can be seen as a Qantas livery and it doesn't totally dominate the aircraft.
As the aircraft is set to plot its way around Australia, working the domestic routes, many people will see this new distinctive livery. Although it may look similar to the others in the Qantas fleet, like any true piece of art, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
What do you think?
Malcolm Muir – Managing Correspondent
Mal is an Australian AvGeek now living and working in Seattle. With a passion for aircraft photography, traveling and the fun that combining the two can bring. Insights into the aviation world with a bit of a perspective thanks to working in the travel industry.
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Superjet eyes European SSJ100LR approval by year end
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Sukhoi Superjet International CEO Nazario Cauceglia is hoping to secure EASA certification for the long-range variant of the Superjet 100 (SSJ100LR) by year end.
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Embraer premia a Aernnova como mejor suministrador en 2013
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IAM members reject Boeing deal; 777X may be built outside Washington state
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Boeing union workers in Washington state have voted to reject a proposed labor contract extension, casting doubt on whether the 777X will be built at Boeing Commercial Airplanes' facilities in the Seattle area.
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PICTURES: US Navy resumes X-47B flight testing
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The US Navy has expanded its test activity using Northrop Grumman's X-47B unmanned combat air system demonstrator, with the type having been operated from its aircraft carrier the USS Theodore Roosevelt on 10 November.
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Airbus Military to exhibit complete product family at Dubai Airshow - EIN News (press release)
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Airbus Military to exhibit complete product family at Dubai Airshow
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The A330 MRTT, the world's most advanced aerial tanker, is one of three operated by the UAE Air Force and Air Defence. Additionally, an Airbus Military C295 medium transport of the Royal Air Force of Oman will be on static display throughout the show.
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