The Abrasive Water Jet (AWJ) process jointly developed and patented by the Huffman Corp. and Springfield Manufacturing is designed to remove coatings from turbine engine components without damaging them. The process also should be more environmentally friendly and cost effective than traditional methods.
Haggan Aviation received an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate for Universal Avionics WAAS/SBAS Flight Management Systems in the Learjet 60. Parts/Components
Caribbean Airlines plans to launch a technical apprenticeship program this year to recruit and train maintenance workers, following recent moves to bring MRO back in-house. In July, the Trinidad and Tobago-based carrier finished its first “ in-sourced ” C check on a Boeing 737-800NG, and it finished up a second in late November. [See Interview, p.14 for more on Caribbean Airlines.]
Caribbean Airlines plans to launch a technical apprenticeship program this year to recruit and train maintenance workers, following recent moves to bring MRO back in-house. In July, the Trinidad and Tobago-based carrier finished its first “ in-sourced ” C check on a Boeing 737-800NG, and it finished up a second in late November. [See Interview, p.14 for more on Caribbean Airlines.]
RUAG Holdings Ltd. decided to implement Inmedius' S1000D Publishing Suite across its corporate offices in Europe, to create new documentation in S1000D and to convert multilingual and legacy data to the specification. Contracts
RUAG Holdings Ltd. decided to implement Inmedius' S1000D Publishing Suite across its corporate offices in Europe, to create new documentation in S1000D and to convert multilingual and legacy data to the specification.
Lockheed Martin will apply its P-3 Aircraft Service Life Extension Program (ASLEP) to Canada’s fleet of CP-140 Aurora aircraft under a newly announced $156 million contract. Ten Canadian CP-140 Aurora aircraft will receive Life Extension Kits consisting of all-new outer wings, center wing lower surface assemblies, horizontal stabilizers, wing and horizontal stabilizer leading edges, and various other items to be installed as needed.
Embraer will implement Quantum Controls enterprise resource planning software for its new U.S. Embraer Executive Jets service centers, set to open this quarter. The OEM also uses Quantum software at its Windsor Locks, Conn., and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., executive jet service centers.
Rolls-Royce and NetJets Middle East inked a CorporateCare engine maintenance and management agreement to cover three Tay 611-8-powered Gulfstream GIVs and three Tay 611-8C-powered Gulfstream G450s. Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines also powered the first scheduled flight of Aeroflot's new Airbus A330-200, marking the powerplants entry into service in Russia.
Satair and Siemens renewed their product support agreement, under which Satair is an authorized distributor and repair station for Siemens’ Airborne Fire Protection Systems in Asia-Pacific. Satair established a repair station in Singapore in 2006, but the two companies have partnered since 1999. Satair holds EASA, CAAC, CAAS and FAA approvals. Joint Ventures/Acquisitions
A J Walter Aviation launched AJW Aviation Management Services , led by Chairman Brian Doran. The business aims to deliver complete project management for the private and corporate jet sector, including asset sourcing and purchase; design, completion and refurbishment; component support and logistics; operational management; training and recruitment.
AeroStrategy plans to establish its first Asia-Pacific branch in Singapore. It recruited Dennis Ling, formerly of Singapore Airlines, who will be based in Singapore. The consultancy also has offices in Ann Arbor, Mich., and Amersham, U.K.
Six Colombian Air Force Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters will be upgraded to later UH-60L configuration, from a new multi-million-dollar contract announced by the aftermarket company of Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) in early November. Two additional upgrade kits also are included in the program. With 13 UH-60Ls, Colombia is the world's third-largest Black Hawk operator, and with this new contract it becomes the first international customer for A-to-L conversion.
ILS aims to use technology to bring together buyers and sellers in the aviation, marine and defense industries. It enables subscribers to initiate and fulfill purchases, including online negotiation and order placement capabilities and to access market intelligence tools. Expanded browser support and PDA compatibility make parts availability data, MRO sourcing information, supplier listings, procurement history files, FAA regulatory data, and supply and demand information available in a number of preferred computing environments, ILS says.
M7 Aerospace named Jay W. Trees director of sales and marketing for MRO. Trees previously held senior positions with Avchem, Aerospace Products International, Inc. and ERIKS Aerospace, Inc.
The Indonesian Air Force awarded a $51 million contract to Singapore Technologies Aerospace to maintain and modify four C-130Bs over 30 months. ST Aerospace Engineering will perform the work.
Plane Power , to install an alternator and regulator to replace existing OEM generators and mechanical voltage regulators on various general aviation aircraft, STC SA10921SC
DECA Aviation Engineering , to import configuration consisting of the installation of ADF antenna, dual GPS antennas, VHF antenna relocation, Stormscope antenna, ELT antenna and supporting structures, electrical systems and equipment on Bombardier CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) aircraft, STC ST02626NY
StandardAero appointed Claude Chidiac VP Business Development for its Tempe, Ariz.-based business aviation unit. Chidiac most recently was managing director for Grob Aerospace.
Four years ago, a partnership with PMA maker Chromalloy Gas Turbine Corp. was an important element in Air Canada Technical Services’ strategy as the MRO provider and its parent company, Air Canada, emerged from bankruptcy. In an interview in the December 2004 issue of O&M, Bill Zoeller, then-president of ACTS, cited the relationship with Chromalloy as one of a number of global alliances ACTS was in the process of forming. He went on to say that using Chromalloy-made parts for the GE CF34 engine it had been able to significantly reduce overhaul costs.
Cascade Aviation Services , issued STC for a closet installation by the aft, left-hand side passenger door in a compartment previously occupied by an airstair assembly on Bombardier Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes, STC ST01917SE
Achieving optimal engine performance for money spent seems to be what operators strive for in these days of global economic uncertainty. Value. Operators each define value differently, so if you repair, maintain or overhaul engines, you must customize service options to succeed.
