miércoles, 23 de enero de 2019

Rostec ha completado las pruebas de los sistemas de los aviones para SSJ-100 y MC-21



Nota de prensa




En diciembre de 2018, Sosteniendo "Technodinamika" Corporación Estatal Rostec completó las pruebas de calificación de las unidades de protección contra incendios y sistemas de oxígeno, que se utilizarán en aviones SSJ-100 y MC-21.

Las agregados del sistema de protección contra incendios se enviarán a Sukhoi Civil Aircraft para pruebas de certificación adicionales como parte del SSJ-100 en la primavera de 2019. SA «Technodinamika» también suministrará estas agregados para el avión ruso MC-21 más nuevo.

“Nos centramos tanto en el mercado ruso como en el internacional. Teniendo esto en cuenta, las pruebas se realizaron para cumplir con las normas rusas (AP 25) y las normas extranjeras (TSO). En el futuro, esto debería facilitar la obtención de un certificado EASA tanto para unidades individuales como para la aeronave en general ", dijo Anatoly Serdyukov, director industrial del grupo de aviación de la Corporación Estatal de Rostec.

Las pruebas han demostrado que en algunos parámetros, los productos superan las muestras de proveedores extranjeros en un 8-12%. Esto se aplica tanto a las características de masa como a la vida útil de las unidades.

En septiembre de 2018, SAA «Technodinamika» ganó la licitación para el suministro de unidades del sistema de protección contra incendios para el nuevo avión ruso MC-21. Ahora hay una etapa de coordinación del contrato y condiciones de entrega con SAD «Corporación Irkut».

«Technodinamika» comenzó a producir unidades realmente competitivas que se pueden instalar en los equipos de aviación más modernos. Calificamos con éxito todas las unidades declaradas de los sistemas de protección contra incendios y oxígeno, como lo demuestran los certificados de calificación emitidos por la autoridad de certificación ”, dijo Igor Nasenkov, Director General de SA «Technodinamika».

Los socios chinos también están interesados en las unidades desarrolladas del sistema de protección contra incendios. En particular, la delegación china bajo el programa del avión CR929 de largo recorrido ruso-chino de fuselaje ancho llegó a la empresa.

Rostec continúa implementando un programa a gran escala para el desarrollo del cluster de aviación de acuerdo con la estrategia aprobada de la corporación, cuyos objetivos principales son el desarrollo de la producción civil, la mejora de la eficiencia operativa y el acceso a los mercados mundiales hasta 2025.

Ivory Coast joins the family of C295 operators



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The Ministry of Defence of Ivory Coast has signed a firm order for one C295 medium transport aircraft.



The aircraft, in transport configuration, will enhance the capabilities of the Ivory Coast Air Force with its proven record of excellent performance in hot and harsh conditions, and affordable maintenance and operational costs.



Bernhard Brenner, Airbus Defence and Space Head of Marketing & Sales, said: “The C295 has proven its outstanding capabilities in the exceptionally harsh sub-Saharan Africa operating environment. The aircraft will be a game changer for Ivory Coast and we feel very proud to welcome a new operator into our C295 family.”



With this new order Ivory Coast becomes the 28th nation worldwide to operate the C295. Airbus Defence and Space has to date sold 91 aircraft to 17 countries in Africa. There is a growing fleet of C295s in the North and West Africa region with up to 35 C295s contracted by Egypt, Algeria, Ghana and Mali.

Airbus launches quantum computing challenge to transform the aircraft lifecycle



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Airbus has launched a global competition in quantum computing, inviting experts to propose and develop solutions, for complex optimisation and modelisation across the full aircraft life-cycle, using newly available computing capabilities.

The Airbus Quantum Computing Challenge (AQCC) aims to take science out of the lab and into industry, by applying newly-available computing capabilities to real-life industrial cases.

With traditional computers approaching their limits, the quantum computer promises to deliver a new level of computational power. As an active user of High Performance Computing (HPC), Airbus is already extending current capacity by integrating and leveraging quantum technologies in fields such as route optimisation and satellite imagery.

Through the challenge Airbus is looking to further explore solutions that quantum technologies can bring through the sharing of in-house and external knowledge, data and expertise. Five distinct challenges have been identified in the flight physics domain that have an impact on all aspects of Airbus’ business, from design and operations, to airline revenue streams. With varying degrees of complexity, the statements range from the simple optimisation of aircraft climb to the more complex optimisation of wing-box design.

Open to post-graduate students, PhDs, academics, researchers, start-ups and professionals in the field of quantum computing, individuals or teams will compete for hardware access and for the opportunity to mature their ideas for industrialisation, working collaboratively with Airbus industry experts. The AQCC will run throughout 2019.

For more information visit: https://www.airbus.com/innovation/airbus-quantum-computing-challenge.html

martes, 22 de enero de 2019

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Research Suggests A320 Mission Difficult for Distributed Hybrid-Electric

http://aviationweek.com/future-aerospace/research-suggests-a320-difficult-distributed-hybrid-electric-0


Initial European studies of distributed hybrid-electric propulsion underscores the challenges to making the technology feasible for large passenger aircraft.

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​PICTURES: Possible liveries for the British Airways 'retrojets'

​PICTURES: Possible liveries for the British Airways 'retrojets' http://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/pictures-possible-liveries-for-the-british-airways-455164/

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A Piper Malibu carrying Cardiff City football player Emiliano Sala disappeared from radar over the English Channel

A Piper Malibu carrying Cardiff City football player Emiliano Sala disappeared from radar over the English Channel https://www.aviation24.be/airlines/a-piper-malibu-carrying-cardiff-city-football-player-emiliano-sala-disappeared-from-radar-over-the-english-channel/

Hijacking attempt on Aeroflot flight SU1515, diversion to Khanty-Mansiysk

Hijacking attempt on Aeroflot flight SU1515, diversion to Khanty-Mansiysk https://www.aviation24.be/airlines/aeroflot/hijacking-attempt-su1515-diversion-khanty-mansiysk-airport/

Airbus Wins DARPA Blackjack satellites Program Contract

Collins Aerospace Goes Supersonic with LM On New X-59 QueSST Demonstrator Aircraft

Collins Aerospace Goes Supersonic On New X-59 QueSST Demonstrator Aircraft http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=f82a67b0-68fa-437d-86b5-ec9ed3160411

ExoMars software passes ESA Mars Yard driving test

Carbon capture system turns CO2 into electricity and hydrogen fuel

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Accident: Vietjet A21N at Banmethuot on Nov 29th 2018, both nose wheels separated on landing

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[España] III Jornadas aéreas del Aljarafe - 27 de abril 2019


27 de abril 2019
III Jornadas aéreas del Aljarafe
Bollullos de la Mitación






Introducción

El día 27 de Abril de 2019, Bollullos de la Mitación celebrará en el Aeródromo de La Juliana su III Jornada Aérea del Aljarafe.

Esta iniciativa, llevada a cabo por el Área de Desarrollo Local del Ayuntamiento de Bollullos de la Mitación conjuntamente con el Aeródromo de La Juliana, contará con la participación de multitud de empresas del sector.

Esta iniciativa contribuirá de forma importante al impulso del sector del turismo en la provincia, que cuenta cada vez más con multitud de empresas.



¿Qué son las Jornadas?

La III Jornada Aérea del Aljarafe nace con el objetivo de poner en valor las instalaciones de nuestro Aeródromo, lo que supone una fuente de riqueza y un motor de desarrollo, no solamente para el municipio, sino para los municipios vecinos y para toda la comarca del Aljarafe.


Estas instalaciones reciben miles de visitantes cada año de distintos países, sobre todo del centro de Europa. Además, en Andalucía no existe otro Aeródromo con estas características, que atrae a mucho turismo extranjero y supone una gran fuente de ingresos.



¿Por qué en Bollullos?

Quienes gustan de los deportes en la naturaleza saben que Bollullos de la Mitación es un referente fundamental en la provincia de Sevilla. Lo que es posible que no sepan muchos vecinos del Aljarafe, es que Bollullos cuenta en su municipio con un aeródromo en el que se dan cita durante todo el año personas llegadas de toda Europa con el objetivo de disfrutar de un espacio aéreo con unas condiciones únicas para la práctica del paracaidismo o el vuelo acrobático. El Aeródromo de La Juliana se encuentra en una zona próxima a la Ermita de Cuatrovitas, y en sus inicios, sólo funcionaban una escuela de ultraligero y posteriormente se fueron incorporando escuelas de pilotaje y el centro de paracaidismo.


Actividades

En la III Jornada Aérea del Aljarafe, que se desarrollará al aire libre, los visitantes podrán disfrutar a pie de pista de exhibiciones tales como saltos en paracaídas, despegue y aterrizaje de aviones y ultraligeros, vuelo de drones, una exposición de aeronaves y multitud de actividades relacionadas con el sector. Contará con una zona de stand de empresas especializadas del sector aéreo. También podrán participar en talleres de iniciación a la aviación, la navegación, la interpretación de mapas o el uso de drones. Están programadas, entre otras, actividades tales como un concurso fotográfico con «bautismo aéreo» para la persona ganadora, visitas guiadas a las instalaciones, preparación y doblado de paracaídas o la proyección de audiovisuales, etc.


Localización

Bollullos se encuentra situado en pleno corazón del Aljarafe con unas inmejorables comunicaciones a solo 14 km de Sevilla.



Áreas Profesionales
  • Centros de Paracaidismo
  • Escuelas de Pilotos
  • Vuelos Recreativos
  • Consultoría Aeronáutica
  • Escuela de Ultraligeros
  • Empresas especializadas en drones
  • Empresa de Turismo Activo
  • Organismos Oficiales de Turismo
  • Comercios especializados
  • Otras empresas e instituciones


¿Por qué Participar?
  • Presentar sus novedades y ofertas.
  • Captar nuevos clientes.
  • Impulsar las ventas e incrementar la cuota de mercado.
  • Promoción para nuevas empresas.
  • Afianzamiento en el sector de las empresas existentes.


Distribución






Servicios Ofrecidos

  • Seguridad
  • Azafatas recepción
  • Mobiliario e instalaciones
  • Responsable técnico







Actividades Lúdicas

  • Talleres de iniciación a la navegación, la interpretación de mapas.
  • Talleres para el uso de drones.
  • Concurso fotográfico “bautismo aéreo”
  • Visita guiada a las instalaciones, preparación y doblado de paracaídas.
  • Proyección de audiovisuales.
  • Otras actividades.






Información Empresas

ÁREA DE DESARROLLO LOCAL Y TURISMO

Ayuntamiento de Bollullos de la Mitación

Plaza de Cuatrovitas, 1
41110 Bollullos de la Mitación (Sevilla)

Tlf: 955765000 ext 213/211


Web:




Organización



lunes, 21 de enero de 2019

Stratolaunch abandons launch vehicle program

https://spacenews.com/stratolaunch-abandons-launch-vehicle-program/

https://www.geekwire.com/2019/stratolaunch-layoffs/

Construction begins on Airbus’ U.S. A220 Manufacturing Facility



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Airbus’ manufacturing growth in the United States advanced another step today in Mobile, Alabama, as construction of the company’s A220 Manufacturing Facility officially launched with a groundbreaking ceremony. The assembly line will satisfy the strong and growing U.S. demand for the A220 aircraft, the newest offering in Airbus’ commercial aircraft product line.


Tom Enders, CEO of Airbus, and Guillaume Faury, President Airbus Commercial Aircraft led the celebration and welcomed approximately 700 attendees including Airbus and other industry executives, Airbus manufacturing employees, state and national dignitaries, and local community leaders.

The new assembly line, which is the company’s second U.S.-based commercial aircraft production facility, will be located at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley adjacent to the A320 Family production line and will facilitate assembly of A220-100 and A220-300 aircraft for U.S. customers. Aircraft production is planned to begin in Q3 2019; with first delivery of a Mobile-assembled A220 aircraft scheduled for 2020. The new A220 production facilities will be complete by next year.

Airbus has strong and longstanding ties to the United States, with Airbus aircraft being operated by the largest airlines in America. Additionally, Airbus is a major partner of U.S. aerospace companies and workers. In the last three years, Airbus spent $48 billion in the United States with hundreds of U.S. suppliers in more than 40 states, translating into Airbus support of more than 275,000 American jobs. Among its facilities in the U.S. Airbus has: engineering centers in Kansas and Alabama; a major training facility in Florida and soon one in Colorado; materials support and headquarters in Virginia; an A320 Family assembly line delivering aircraft in Alabama; an innovative think tank (A3) in California; a drone data analysis business (Airbus Aerial) in Atlanta, Georgia; helicopter manufacturing and assembly facilities in Texas and Mississippi; and a satellite manufacturing facility (OneWeb) in Florida.

The A220 is the only aircraft purpose-built for the 100-150 seat market; it delivers unbeatable fuel efficiency and true widebody comfort in a single-aisle aircraft. The A220 brings together state-of-the-art aerodynamics, advanced materials and Pratt & Whitney’s latest-generation PW1500G geared turbofan engines to offer at least 20 percent lower fuel burn per seat compared to previous generation aircraft. With a range of up to 3,200 nm (5920 km), the A220 offers the performance of larger single-aisle aircraft.

With an order book of more than 500 aircraft to date, the A220 has all the credentials to win the lion’s share of the 100- to 150-seat aircraft market estimated to represent at least 7,000 aircraft over the next 20 years.

SMBC Aviation Capital orders 65 A320neo Family aircraft



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Leading aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital has boosted its total order book for the A320neo Family to 181 aircraft after signing a firm order for an additional 65 A320neo Family aircraft (15 A321neo and 50 A320neo). The order was finalised in 2018 and included in the year-end order figures.

In addition the agreement includes an upsizing of 15 A320neo from a pre-existing order to 15 of the largest member of the single aisle, the A321neos, taking SMBC Aviation Capital’s total for the type to 30. With its unbeatable seat mile cost, longer range and wider cabin, the A321neo offers airlines the flexibility to expand their networks using wide-body cabin products on new longer haul routes which were not previously possible with a single aisle.

“Demand for the latest technology aircraft has been strong both from our existing and new customers hence our decision today to proceed with this order. In the current environment, airlines are seeking more fuel efficient aircraft. The make-up of our order book positions us very well for the future to deliver on those needs. We have a strong relationship with Airbus and we look forward to working with them to continue to deliver for our customers long into the future,” said Peter Barrett, CEO, SMBC Aviation Capital.

The order for 65 is in addition to an earlier agreement for six A320neo made in March, bringing the total number of A320neo Family ordered in 2018 to 71.

“As one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors, SMBC Aviation Capital’s repeat order demonstrates its financial astuteness in making wise investments in the A320neo Family. In 2018, the direct leasing market represented over 30 per cent of our 800 worldwide deliveries – as much as Europe and the Americas combined,” said Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer.

The A320neo Family incorporates the very latest technologies including new generation engines, Sharklets and cabin efficiency enablers, which together deliver 20 percent fuel savings by 2020. With more than 6,500 orders received from over 100 customers since its launch in 2010, the A320neo Family has captured some 60 percent share of the market.

Bell Boeing awarded $144 million for V-22 support



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Contract adds support for U.S. Navy CMV-22B variant to existing U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps customers
Contract expands and advances work that Bell Boeing has performed since 2008

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 18, 2019 – The Bell Boeing Joint Program Office has been awarded an estimated $143,863,184 firm-fixed-price requirements contract for performance-based logistics and engineering support for the V-22 platform. This is an 11-month base contract with four one-year option periods. Locations of performance are Texas and Pennsylvania for V-22 aircraft belonging to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps. The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

“As one of the most in-demand assets for the U.S. military, the V-22 needs a support team that understands the technical aspects of the aircraft as well as customers’ operational needs,” said Pat Walsh, retired Admiral and Boeing vice president for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Services. “Bell Boeing is excited to bring our OEM expertise to the V-22 fleet and deliver solutions that help ensure the aircraft are ready for any mission.”

In July, Bell Boeing received a $4 billion contract that included the manufacture and delivery of 39 CMV-22B aircraft for the Navy; 14 MV-22B aircraft for the Marine Corps; and one CV-22B for the Air Force.

Under this performance-based logistics (PBL) contract, which expands on work done since 2008 and now adds support for the Navy’s CMV-22B variant, Bell Boeing will focus on improving aircraft maintainability and mission readiness for the Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps V-22 fleets. The team’s responsibilities include site activation, maintenance planning, training and trainer support, support equipment, and dedicated field personnel for all V-22 squadrons around the globe. Bell Boeing incorporates data analytics into maintenance efforts, yielding innovative approaches such as predictive and condition-based maintenance to improve aircraft availability and readiness.

”The Bell Boeing team is dedicated to providing the safest and most reliable aircraft to the warfighter,” said Chris Gehler, Bell Vice President for the V-22 Program. “We will continue to produce innovative solutions and deliver technical expertise, training, and maintenance to enhance readiness.”

Operating as one of Boeing’s three business units, Global Services is headquartered in the Dallas area. For more information, visit www.boeing.com/services.

ABOUT BELL

Thinking above and beyond is what we do. For more than 80 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us. We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we’re defining the future of on-demand mobility. Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. And with nearly one quarter of our workforce having served, helping our military achieve their missions is a passion of ours. Above all, our breakthrough innovations deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. Efficiently. Reliably. And always, with safety at the forefront.

viernes, 18 de enero de 2019

Why Electric Propulsion Could Be Disruptive For MRO



While it may be as much as a decade or more away, some type of commercial aircraft powered by electric propulsion may become as common as electric automobiles are today. Should that happen, as industry experts predict, it would profoundly change the engine MRO industry’s traditional business model







https://www.mro-network.com/engines-engine-systems/why-electric-propulsion-could-be-disruptive-mro

miércoles, 16 de enero de 2019

La Agencia Europea busca pilotos de aviación general para formar parte de un experimento de Promoción de la Seguridad


Madrid, 15  de enero de 2019 (AESA).

La Agencia Estatal de Seguridad Aérea (AESA) anima a los pilotos de aviación general españoles a participar en el experimento que va a realizar la Agencia Europea destinada a mejorar la seguridad operacional en el ámbito de la aviación general, el plazo de inscripción acaba el 25 de enero.

La Agencia Europea de Seguridad Aérea (EASA) durante la conferencia celebrada en Viena el pasado año se comprometió a crear un Portal de Promoción de la Seguridad para la Aviacion General. Una de las primeras y principales iniciativas de EASA está dirigida a los pilotos de aviación general y se orienta al estudio de la entrada de forma inadvertida en condiciones meteorológicas instrumentales (IMC) durante un vuelo realizado según reglas de vuelo visual (VFR).

El objetivo principal es ayudar a los pilotos a entender cómo evitar dichas situaciones a través de la preparación del vuelo y mejorando su conocimiento sobre meteorología, explorando así mismo que acciones puede tomar cuando esa situación se dé.

Para ello EASA va a seleccionar a 12 pilotos que tomarán parte en un experimento realizado en simulador durante el cual serán filmados volando en condiciones IMC con un escenario diseñado por instructores de vuelo y expertos en meteorología de EASA. Posteriormente se entrevistará a los pilotos para conocer sus experiencias y se repetirá la experiencia con pilotos que hayan recibido una formación previa para comparar los resultados obtenidos.

Para ello EASA ha lanzado una convocatoria dirigida a pilotos de aviación general interesados en participar en este experimento, que tendrá lugar en Alemania en marzo de 2019. La fecha límite para presentar la solicitud para participar es el 25 de enero de 2019. Los gastos de viaje de los pilotos seleccionados correrán a cargo de EASA.

Para más Información EASA ha habilitado un apartado en su página web (www.easa.europa.eu/STAYINCONTROL)  y ha puesto a disposición de los pilotos interesados un correo electrónico al que se pueden dirigir dudas o consultas (safetypromotion@easa.europa.eu)

jueves, 10 de enero de 2019

Embraer and Boeing Welcome Brazilian Government Approval of Strategic Partnership - Jan 10, 2019

Bell Unveiled Full-Scale Design of Air Taxi at CES 2019



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Experience the Bell Nexus, Autonomous Pod Transport and more innovations designed to shape the future of flight.

Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, revealed the configuration and full-scale vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) air taxi vehicle today during CES 2019. The air taxi, named Bell Nexus, is powered by a hybrid-electric propulsion system and features Bell’s signature powered lift concept incorporating six tilting ducted fans that are designed to safely and efficiently redefine air travel.


BELL NEXUS


As space at the ground level becomes limited, we must solve transportation challenges in the vertical dimension – and that’s where Bell’s on-demand mobility vision takes hold. The industry has anticipated the reveal of our air taxi for some time, so Bell is very proud of this moment. We believe the design, taken with our strategic approach to build this infrastructure, will lead to the successful deployment of the Bell Nexus to the world. Mitch Snyder, president and CEO, Bell


Bell Nexus means the nexus of transport and technology and of comfort and convenience. Nexus captures the long-sought-after vision of quick air travel with a unique in-flight experience, keeping passengers connected to their lives and saving valuable time.


Team Nexus, consisting of Bell, Safran, EPS, Thales, Moog and Garmin, are collaborating on Bell’s VTOL aircraft and on-demand mobility solutions. Bell will lead the design, development and production of the VTOL systems. Safran will provide the hybrid propulsion and drive systems, EPS will provide the energy storage systems, Thales will provide the Flight Control Computer (FCC) hardware and software, Moog will develop the flight control actuation systems and Garmin will integrate the avionics and the vehicle management computer (VMC).


AUTONOMOUS POD TRANSPORT (APT)

Alongside the debut of Bell Nexus, Bell will feature the Autonomous Pod Transport (APT) – an exciting new venture for Bell. The APT family varies in payload capability that can serve many mission sets from medical, law enforcement, offshore missions and on-demand delivery services. Bell is expanding into a new industry to show the full spectrum of our capabilities and the real-world challenges APT will address.


FUTURE FLIGHT CONTROLS

Bell’s Future Flight Controls simulator will be a new experience for CES participants this year. Bell is actively collecting data to help shape the future flight controls of aviation. Data from these simulators will be used to determine what actions and interfaces are intuitive to the average potential operator and what prior experiences and abilities contribute to these opinions.


Urban air travel is coming closer to the masses through recent advancements in technology and software. The critical last step is designing a flight control ecosystem that allows individuals to safely and efficiently operate urban air vehicles.


Last year, Bell provided the world a glimpse into the air taxi passenger experience and now, attendees will see the full vision. From Jan. 8 to 11, CES attendees can stop by the Bell booth (LVCC, North Hall – Booth 5431) to experience a new world of transportation.


View a full schedule of Bell’s plans for CES here or contact the Bell CES team for more information and receive daily updates from the show floor.

European partners begin stealth tests of nEUROn drone

https://www.aerotime.aero/clement.charpentreau/22231-european-partners-begin-stealth-tests-of-neuron-drone

Embraer and Republic Airways Firm Up Order for 100 E175s

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Embraer and Republic Airways, the world's largest E-Jet operator, have signed a contract for a firm order of 100 E175 jets. This agreement was announced as a Letter of Intent (LoI) at the Farnborough Airshow, in July. The firm order has a value of USD 4.69 billion, based on current list prices, and will be included in Embraer's 2018 fourth-quarter backlog. Deliveries will start in 2020. The contract also includes purchase rights for an additional 100 E175s, with conversion rights to the E175-E2, bringing the total potential order up to 200 E-Jets. With all purchase rights being exercised, the deal has a list price of USD 9.38 billion. "What a great way to finish this very hectic year for us at Embraer," said John Slattery, President & CEO, Embraer Commercial Aviation. "As we promised in Farnborough, we are now closing a very important contract with Republic for these additional E175's, continuously growing our long-standing partnership." "This order represents another significant advance in our long-standing partnership with Embraer, and it positions Republic to compete for the more than 300 regional aircraft we anticipate being up for bid during the next five years as existing flying agreements expire with our global codeshare partners", said Bryan Bedford, Republic's President and CEO. Republic Airways and Embraer established their partnership in 1999 when one of its former subsidiaries, Chautauqua Airlines, took delivery of its first ERJ 145 in the livery of US Airways Express. Today, Republic Airline operates a fleet of nearly 190 Embraer 170/175 aircraft and provides fixed-fee flights operated under its major airline partner brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express. Including this new contract, Embraer has sold more than 535 E175s to airlines in North America since January 2013, earning more than 80% of all orders in this 76-seat jet segment. Embraer is the world's leading manufacturer of commercial jets with up to 150 seats. The Company has 100 customers from all over the world operating the ERJ and E-Jet families of aircraft. For the E-Jets program alone, Embraer has logged almost 1,800 orders and 1,500 deliveries, redefining the traditional concept of regional aircraft.

JetBlue Airways firms up order for 60 Airbus A220-300; Delta for 15

Tecnam announced last december that the European Aviation Safety Agency has awarded full type certification to the P2012 Traveller.

press release


The arrival into service of the next-generation 11 seat P2012 Traveller is much anticipated by many airlines, who have been demanding a replacement for the many hundreds of 'heritage' aeroplanes in the FAR23/CS23 category currently in service around the worldand is set to open many profitable opportunities in the Short Haul transportation segment.

With Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification is expected to follow shortly, Tecnam are on track to commence deliveries in early 2019.

Already established as a leader in both the Flight Training and Private General Aviation sectors, the entry into service of the P2012 will undoubtably herald similar success for Tecnam in the very competitive commuter airline market too.

The P2012 Traveller development project was officially announced in 2015, with Tecnam investing in new state-of-the-art production facilities in Capua, Italy.

This key certification milestone will add and ensure new and significant profitable revenue streams for Tecnam, which have been built on a foundation of over 70 years' aircraft manufacturing.

Certification campaign

The Tecnam board is particularly proud to have met all schedules announced at the time of the application for the certification program: the first P2012 prototype made its maiden flight in July 2016 and the Type Certificate has been obtained in December 2018.

The two prototypes used in the certification programme have flown a total of 600 hours with Tecnam Experimental pilot Lorenzo De Stefano. The flight test programme included sorites in severe environments: in real icing conditions and very hot temperatures, at altitudes and speeds not usually met in everyday operations, testing diving speeds and flutter conditions. The test programme was focused on assuring customers that the P2012 will operate safely and reliably at all times in all weather condition.

Particular care has been applied on cabin safety, evacuation and fire protection tests, going further than the CS23 EASA and FAR23 FAA requirements and reaching Commuter category standards (for aircraft up to 19 passengers), while for other features, such as seating safety, Tecnam met the more restrictive CS-23 FAR 23 rules.

The P2012 Traveller programme benefited from the support of many global aerospace organisations including Lycoming and Garmin. Tests were also performed in partnership with organizations as Federico II University of Naples Wind Tunnel, Polytechnic of Milan for dynamic tests on seats, Ice wind tunnel in New York, lightning test in Nürnberg, Germany.

Michele Oliva, Head of Design Organisation:

"I need to say thanks to all our engineers of Tecnam Design Office, authorities' representatives and our partners, but especially to the technicians of the Experimental Department that set-up the aircraft for testing, often working until late at night, to let us be ready for the next morning tests. I am especially proud that we have successfully completed the project that the late Prof. Luigi Pascale started. We know we have achieved all that he envisioned in the development of this game changing aeroplane."

The Aircraft Configuration

The certified aircraft configuration is a high wing twin engine machine powered by two Lycoming 6 cylinders' turbo pistons TEO540C1A. It is the first piston aircraft with electronic management of engine power, which, coupled with Garmin autopilot, enables a reduced workload for pilots and a better lifetime of the engines. The anti-ice, de-ice system chosen is TKS from Cav Ice makes the aircraft FIKI and capable to fly in all weather. The design and manufacturing of the seats has been made directly from Tecnam, ensuring safety and Italian styling. Particularly appreciated from the authorities' test pilots was the ergonomics of the cockpit that makes the flying experience of the pilot comfortable and safe. The P2012 superb versatility will open up new unexplored opportunities as a passenger aircraft, Medevac, VIP, Cargo and for any other mission.

Paolo Pascale, Tecnam CEO:

"The EASA certification of P2012 Traveller takes marks a significant milestone for my Tecnam team, our very first commuter airline aircraft. We have embraced new challenges and developed new skills. I am very proud to lead one of the most innovative and growing global aviation companies and I dedicate this important achievement to Luigi and Giovanni Pascale brothers who started all this in 1948."

Launch customer delivery

The first P2012 Traveller will be delivered to United States regional airline Cape Air in early 2019. Cape Air is based in Hyannis, Massachusetts and is one of the largest independent regional airlines in the US. Cape Air has been recognized as "One of the Top Ten Small Airlines in the World" by Condé Nast Traveler.

More info on Tecnam P2012: https://p2012.tecnam.org

miércoles, 9 de enero de 2019

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Fighter jet vanishes from radar in eastern France

A French Mirage 2000 fighter jet has disappeared from radar in a mountainous region of eastern France, amid fears it may have crashed. French officials said the plane vanished from radar at around 11:00 local time (10:00 GMT) on Wednesday. It had taken off from the Nancy-Ochey air base shortly be...

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https://www.leprogres.fr/jura-39/2019/01/09/un-mirage-2000-disparait-des-radars-entre-haut-doubs-et-haut-jura-un-crash-suspecte
https://www.defense.gouv.fr/content/download/550951/9387374/20190109_Arme%CC%81e-de-lAir_Communique%CC%81_de_Presse_1%20valide.pdf

Celebrate NASA’s 60th birthday with these vintage photos from space

Sixty years ago NACA (National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics) officially became NASA (the National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and the early days of the space race began. The Apollo …

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For $4.65 Million This Nice, Low Time MiG-29 Can be Yours- If You Hurry.



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For $4.65 Million This Nice, Low Time MiG-29 Can be Yours- If You Hurry. // The Aviationist
https://theaviationist.com/2019/01/07/for-4-65-million-this-nice-low-time-mig-29-can-be-yours-if-you-hurry/

Aircraft Broker Offers Exceptionally Clean, Late-Model MiG-29 For Sale. It flew for the private threat simulation and training contractor Air USA in Quincy, Illinois. It was registered to an address in Henderson, Nevada not far [...]
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FlightSafety International Supporting Historic Warbirds Return To Normandy

FlightSafety International Supporting Historic Warbirds Return To Normandy http://www.aero-news.net/index.cfm?do=main.textpost&id=d0ecd003-450e-4be5-beb3-b9b2f36a530e

Drone sighting grounds flights out of UK's Heathrow Airport



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Drone sighting grounds flights out of UK's Heathrow Airport // Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine
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Another drone sighting has caused a temporary shutdown of a major UK airport today, with London's Heathrow halting departures for several hours as investigations commenced following a suspicious unmanned aircraft in the vicinity.

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Aviation safety evolution (2018 update)

Thoughts and Observations From a Self-Described “Fat Flyer”

UAS BVLOS network successfully tested in eastern North Dakota

Drone powered by fuel cell sets new UAS industry benchmark

Airbus provides update on 2018 commercial aircraft deliveries

Boeing Sets New Airplane Delivery Records, Expands Order Backlog

  • Delivered 806 commercial jets in 2018 with record-setting fourth quarter
  • Won nearly 900 net orders valued at $143.7 billion after finalizing more than 200 orders in December
  • 737 MAX family surpassed 5,000 orders; 777 family exceeded 2,000 orders


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Boeing Reports Fourth-Quarter Deliveries

Major program deliveries during the fourth quarter were as follows: (full text with next table in https://boeing.mediaroom.com/2019-01-08-Boeing-Reports-Fourth-Quarter-Deliveries)

Major Programs

4th Quarter
2018


Year-to-Date
2018





Commercial Airplanes Programs





737

173


580


747

1


6


767*

14


27


777

11


48


787

39


145

Total

238


806





Defense, Space & Security Programs





AH-64 Apache (New)



AH-64 Apache (Remanufactured)

11


23


CH-47 Chinook (New)

2


13


CH-47 Chinook (Renewed)

3


17


F-15 Models

2


10


F/A-18 Models

7


17


P-8 Models

6


16


Commercial and Civil Satellites


1


Military Satellites

1


1

Boeing to Modernize Entire Spanish Chinook Helicopter Fleet






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Will remanufacture 17 CH-47D Chinooks to the CH-47F configuration for Spain's Army






Boeing [NYSE: BA] will upgrade all 17 of Spain's CH-47D Chinook helicopters to the F-model configuration, adding features such as the digital automatic flight control system, common avionics architecture system and advanced cargo handling to align that country's fleet with those of other nations.

This is the first order from a non-U.S. customer placed through a contract Boeing and the U.S. Army signed in July. That contract covers six new F-models for the U.S. and options for up to 150 more Chinooks for U.S. and international customers. Deliveries to Spain begin in 2021.

"The Chinook is a versatile aircraft flown by eight NATO nations, including Spain," said Chuck Dabundo, vice president, Cargo and Utility Helicopters and H-47 program manager. "With this contract, Spain's Chinook crews will enjoy the platform's current technology and capability, while the country gets an affordable upgrade that builds on its existing H-47 investment."

The CH-47F is a twin-engine, tandem rotor, heavy-lift helicopter. In addition to the U.S. Army and Special Operations Forces, Chinooks are currently in service or under contract with 19 international defense forces. It can fly at speeds exceeding 175 mph and carry payloads greater than 21,000 lbs. In 2017, Boeing and the U.S. Army announced development of CH-47F Block II, which will incorporate a new rotor blade, redesigned fuel system, improved drivetrain and structural improvements to the fuselage.

For more information on Defense, Space & Security, visit www.boeing.com. Follow us on Twitter: @BoeingDefense and @BoeingSpace.

Sikorsky, Boeing Provide First Look at SB>1 DEFIANT™








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Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company [NYSE: LMT], and Boeing [NYSE: BA] provided last december the first look at the SB>1 DEFIANT™ helicopter the companies have developed for the U.S. Army's Joint Multi-Role technology demonstrator program. The SB>1 DEFIANT™ is designed to fly at twice the speed and range of today's conventional helicopters and offers advanced agility and maneuverability. It will help inform the next generation of military helicopters as part of the U.S. Army's Future Vertical Lift program.

The helicopter is participating in the Army's Joint Multi-Role-Medium Technology Demonstrator program. Data from SB>1 DEFIANT™ will help the Army develop requirements for new utility helicopters expected to enter service in the early 2030s.

Boeing unveils new Transonic Truss-Braced Wing

martes, 8 de enero de 2019

2019 Outlook: A critical year for Mitsubishi’s MRJ regional jet - Leeham News and Comment

Britain Targets Drone Misuse After Airport Disruptions

Opinion: A new aircraft – and a new dimension to air travel

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viernes, 14 de diciembre de 2018

Four NASA-Sponsored Experiments Set to Launch on Virgin Galactic Spacecraft

https://www.nasa.gov/directorates/spacetech/flightopportunities/Four_NASA_Sponsored_Experiments_Set_to_Launch

Static test qualifies crew safety launch abort motor for flight in cold conditions

https://news.northropgrumman.com/news/releases/northrop-grumman-successfully-tests-orion-spacecrafts-launch-abort-motor

First Lockheed Martin-Built GPS III Satellite Encapsulated for Dec. 18 Launch

https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2018-12-11-First-Lockheed-Martin-Built-GPS-III-Satellite-Encapsulated-for-Dec-18-Launch

Boeing Delivers the 787th 787 Dreamliner

https://boeing.mediaroom.com/2018-12-13-Boeing-Delivers-the-787th-787-Dreamliner

Bundeswehr orders H145 search and rescue helicopters

https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/12/Bundeswehr-orders-H145-search-and-rescue-helicopters.html

France orders three more Airbus A330 MRTT tankers

https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/12/France-orders-three-more-Airbus-A330-MRTT-tankers.html

The European MALE RPAS programme successfully passed the System Preliminary Design Review as final milestone of the Programme Definition Study

https://www.airbus.com/newsroom/press-releases/en/2018/12/The-European-MALE-RPAS-programme-successfully-passed-the-System-Preliminary-Design-Review.html

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