Thursday, October 16, 2008
Hyderabad: The National Aviation Company of India Limited (NACIL) and the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company (EADS) today signed a joint venture agreement to set up an aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) centre at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The proposed MRO centre will start its operations from early 2009 after it receives formal approval from the Government of India, said a press release.
The centre would be the member of the Airbus MRO network. The total project cost would be around 40 million US dollars spread over five years.
As per the agreement, the joint venture would initially undertake airframe maintenance and repair of Airbus aircraft of NACIL. Later, it would extend the facility to other aircraft like the ATR and also the aircraft of other airlines.
NACIL is a major operator of Airbus aircraft and is now inducting 43 new A320s into its fleet. The induction programme that began in mid-2007 would continue till 2010, the press release added.
The joint venture was a new milestone in the long history of co-operation between India and EADS, the company said, adding that it was keen on supporting the fast-developing aeronautical sector in India.
16/10/08 PTI/Economic Times
The proposed MRO centre will start its operations from early 2009 after it receives formal approval from the Government of India, said a press release.
The centre would be the member of the Airbus MRO network. The total project cost would be around 40 million US dollars spread over five years.
As per the agreement, the joint venture would initially undertake airframe maintenance and repair of Airbus aircraft of NACIL. Later, it would extend the facility to other aircraft like the ATR and also the aircraft of other airlines.
NACIL is a major operator of Airbus aircraft and is now inducting 43 new A320s into its fleet. The induction programme that began in mid-2007 would continue till 2010, the press release added.
The joint venture was a new milestone in the long history of co-operation between India and EADS, the company said, adding that it was keen on supporting the fast-developing aeronautical sector in India.
16/10/08 PTI/Economic Times
Labels: Europe, India, MRO, New
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Mumbai: The world’s most modern and sophisticated aircraft, the Airbus A380, has landed in India’s Hyderabad Begumpet airport to take part in the India Aviation 2008 air show. It is the first time the A380 has landed in Hyderabad and the second time an A380 has visited India.
The Airbus A380 development aircraft MSN001 (manufacturers Serial Number 001) will be on static display for a day. MSN001 is powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It is a fully instrumented aircraft for conducting flights tests and does not have a full cabin for passengers. The first visit of an A380 to India was in May 2007, when development aircraft MSN007 visited Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi and Sahar International Airport in Mumbai.
“Airbus is delighted to support India Aviation 2008 with the A380’s second visit to India. The A380 is the world’s most modern and advanced aircraft, and because it carries more passengers, it can help airports and airlines to manage passenger growth whilst keeping aircraft movements down. The A380 can also take off and land at airports of all sizes and on shorter runways than previous generation large aircraft, which makes it an ideal aircraft for Indian carriers,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
Jean-Michel Roy, Test Pilot, who captained the A380 from Toulouse to Hyderabad says, "I had the chance and the honor to be the first to land the A380 in India last year when we came to visit Delhi and Mumbai. I am very proud to bring this iconic aircraft to Hyderabad this time and support the India Aviation 2008 air show. Tomorrow we will also be making a visit to the new Hyderabad International airport. This major project is a clear sign of Indian aviation development and will see, I am sure, many A380s landing in India in the future."
Being greener, cleaner, quieter and smarter, the A380 is already setting new standards for air transport and the environment.
16/10/08 India Infoline.com
The Airbus A380 development aircraft MSN001 (manufacturers Serial Number 001) will be on static display for a day. MSN001 is powered by four Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It is a fully instrumented aircraft for conducting flights tests and does not have a full cabin for passengers. The first visit of an A380 to India was in May 2007, when development aircraft MSN007 visited Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi and Sahar International Airport in Mumbai.
“Airbus is delighted to support India Aviation 2008 with the A380’s second visit to India. The A380 is the world’s most modern and advanced aircraft, and because it carries more passengers, it can help airports and airlines to manage passenger growth whilst keeping aircraft movements down. The A380 can also take off and land at airports of all sizes and on shorter runways than previous generation large aircraft, which makes it an ideal aircraft for Indian carriers,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers.
Jean-Michel Roy, Test Pilot, who captained the A380 from Toulouse to Hyderabad says, "I had the chance and the honor to be the first to land the A380 in India last year when we came to visit Delhi and Mumbai. I am very proud to bring this iconic aircraft to Hyderabad this time and support the India Aviation 2008 air show. Tomorrow we will also be making a visit to the new Hyderabad International airport. This major project is a clear sign of Indian aviation development and will see, I am sure, many A380s landing in India in the future."
Being greener, cleaner, quieter and smarter, the A380 is already setting new standards for air transport and the environment.
16/10/08 India Infoline.com
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Hyderabad: The Tatas are proposing to set up the country’s first defence and civil aerospace hub at Aadibhatla, near Hyderabad.
Speaking during the inauguration of the India Aviation-2008 at the Begumpet Airport on Wednesday, Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy said the Tata Group’s Tata Advance Systems would invest Rs 500 crore in the proposed special economic zone to set up the aerospace hub to manufacture radar and satellite systems. The AP Government would provide 50 acres of land to the Tatas at the SEZ near the hardware park to set up the aerospace hub.
The Tata’s aerospace hub is over and above the Lepakshi Aerospace Station and Academy that may also come at Chilamatur in Anantapur district. Besides, the Lepakshi Aerospace Station and Academy will also come up at Chilamattur in Anantapur district for design, manufacture and maintenance of military and civil space vehicles.
Besides several small business jets by Dassault, Bombardier and other companies, an Airbus 319 acquired by Air India landed at the airport during the country’s first-ever international aviation exhibition and air show.
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Speaking during the inauguration of the India Aviation-2008 at the Begumpet Airport on Wednesday, Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy said the Tata Group’s Tata Advance Systems would invest Rs 500 crore in the proposed special economic zone to set up the aerospace hub to manufacture radar and satellite systems. The AP Government would provide 50 acres of land to the Tatas at the SEZ near the hardware park to set up the aerospace hub.
The Tata’s aerospace hub is over and above the Lepakshi Aerospace Station and Academy that may also come at Chilamatur in Anantapur district. Besides, the Lepakshi Aerospace Station and Academy will also come up at Chilamattur in Anantapur district for design, manufacture and maintenance of military and civil space vehicles.
Besides several small business jets by Dassault, Bombardier and other companies, an Airbus 319 acquired by Air India landed at the airport during the country’s first-ever international aviation exhibition and air show.
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Hyderabad: Even as American aviation biggies consolidate their presence in the Indian market, the US government is keen on introducing this mart to its small and medium enterprises (SMEs), a top official said.
“We have strong SMEs focusing on the high end of the technology. The participation of these SMEs in the Indian aviation market will help deepen and broaden the cooperation between the two countries,” said Carmine d’Aloisio, minister counsellor at the US Embassy.
D’Aloisio is part of the US trade mission at the India Aviation 2008 being held in Hyderabad. The US is the partner country for the event.
“Many SMEs in the US have the capability to cater to the needs of the Indian market. They are keen on getting their supplies to India,” he said. According to US Commercial Services officials, the two countries have already been working close on various issues such as regulation, certification, MROs and training.
They have been working on the civil aviation sector jointly through the Aviation Cooperation Programme (ACP), a public private partnership initiative launched in 2007.
About 18 American companies are part of the ACP and have been exploring and tapping the potential of the domestic market.
“The ACP has been working very well. The partnership has been strengthened through funding from the US Trade Development Agency, technical expertise from the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration and the support of the US Embassy,” d’Aloisio said.
Under the ACP, the US has already taken up several projects in the country. Officials said that the first project focusing on air traffic management is close to completion and the second would be a seminar on air traffic flow management next week in New Delhi.
16/10/08 K V Ramana/Daily News & Analysis
“We have strong SMEs focusing on the high end of the technology. The participation of these SMEs in the Indian aviation market will help deepen and broaden the cooperation between the two countries,” said Carmine d’Aloisio, minister counsellor at the US Embassy.
D’Aloisio is part of the US trade mission at the India Aviation 2008 being held in Hyderabad. The US is the partner country for the event.
“Many SMEs in the US have the capability to cater to the needs of the Indian market. They are keen on getting their supplies to India,” he said. According to US Commercial Services officials, the two countries have already been working close on various issues such as regulation, certification, MROs and training.
They have been working on the civil aviation sector jointly through the Aviation Cooperation Programme (ACP), a public private partnership initiative launched in 2007.
About 18 American companies are part of the ACP and have been exploring and tapping the potential of the domestic market.
“The ACP has been working very well. The partnership has been strengthened through funding from the US Trade Development Agency, technical expertise from the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration and the support of the US Embassy,” d’Aloisio said.
Under the ACP, the US has already taken up several projects in the country. Officials said that the first project focusing on air traffic management is close to completion and the second would be a seminar on air traffic flow management next week in New Delhi.
16/10/08 K V Ramana/Daily News & Analysis
Labels: Foreign, MRO, Training, US
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Hyderabad: After successfully capturing a significant market share in the Indian helicopter market, Bell Helicopter, the US-based rotorcraft manufacturing major, is now working on a plan to set up a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in the country.
The company is in its initial stages of talks with potential partners for the proposed facility. Bob Fitzpatrick, senior vice-president, Bell Helicopter, told DNA Money that the final plan shouldn’t take more than a year.
The US company, which specialises in the manufacture of military and civilian helicopters, has supplied about 99 helicopters to various Indian clients. The 100th helicopter will be handed over to the client on October 16 at the India Aviation 2008, the country’s first civil aviation show being held in Hyderabad.
Among Bell Helicopter’s leading domestic clients are Deccan Aviation, Global Vectra Helicorp, Heligo Charters and Pawan Hans.
The company has also been working jointly with the Director General of Civil
Aviation (DGCA) for offering support for helipads and other infrastructure and maintenance issues.
16/10/08 K V Ramana/Daily News & Analysis
The company is in its initial stages of talks with potential partners for the proposed facility. Bob Fitzpatrick, senior vice-president, Bell Helicopter, told DNA Money that the final plan shouldn’t take more than a year.
The US company, which specialises in the manufacture of military and civilian helicopters, has supplied about 99 helicopters to various Indian clients. The 100th helicopter will be handed over to the client on October 16 at the India Aviation 2008, the country’s first civil aviation show being held in Hyderabad.
Among Bell Helicopter’s leading domestic clients are Deccan Aviation, Global Vectra Helicorp, Heligo Charters and Pawan Hans.
The company has also been working jointly with the Director General of Civil
Aviation (DGCA) for offering support for helipads and other infrastructure and maintenance issues.
16/10/08 K V Ramana/Daily News & Analysis
Labels: Bell, Foreign, Helicopter Manufacturer, Joint Venture, MRO
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Hyderabad: While Hyderabad was more or less cold to the Surya Kiran air show on the opening day of the India Aviation-2008, it gave a rapturous response to the A-380’s maiden arrival to the twin cities today.
When the super jumbo was still a blip south of the Begumpet airport, every neck in and around the airport craned to follow its flight. Near the tarmac it was quite something else.
The aircraft which flew directly from the Airbus manufacturing facility in Toulouse, France approached the runway and then proceeded very slowly across the terminal to gain altitude again. Fifteen minutes later at 12.21 p.m. it touched down from the northern side. The double-deck, wide-body aircraft was made more awesome by the fact that the noise from the four-engined aircraft was not more than a strong hum and far removed from the deafening jet blasts from regular aircrafts.
While all were taken in by the spectacle, keen cameramen and videographers scaled the four-feet high metal barricade and went close to the runway to get an even better angle of the aircraft. Security men then rushed in with ropes to prevent them from getting any closer to the aircraft.
They, however, were helped by two fire tenders who acted as water cannons to spray water on the aircraft to welcome it. It could not taxi to its designated area as sufficient place was not created in the display zone that could accommodate its 80 meters span. The cockpit window opened and test pilot Mr Jean-Michel Roy waved the Tricolour. This caused a literal frenzy across the arena.
16/10/08 Stanley Theodore/The Statesman
When the super jumbo was still a blip south of the Begumpet airport, every neck in and around the airport craned to follow its flight. Near the tarmac it was quite something else.
The aircraft which flew directly from the Airbus manufacturing facility in Toulouse, France approached the runway and then proceeded very slowly across the terminal to gain altitude again. Fifteen minutes later at 12.21 p.m. it touched down from the northern side. The double-deck, wide-body aircraft was made more awesome by the fact that the noise from the four-engined aircraft was not more than a strong hum and far removed from the deafening jet blasts from regular aircrafts.
While all were taken in by the spectacle, keen cameramen and videographers scaled the four-feet high metal barricade and went close to the runway to get an even better angle of the aircraft. Security men then rushed in with ropes to prevent them from getting any closer to the aircraft.
They, however, were helped by two fire tenders who acted as water cannons to spray water on the aircraft to welcome it. It could not taxi to its designated area as sufficient place was not created in the display zone that could accommodate its 80 meters span. The cockpit window opened and test pilot Mr Jean-Michel Roy waved the Tricolour. This caused a literal frenzy across the arena.
16/10/08 Stanley Theodore/The Statesman
Labels: A380, Airbus, Aircraft Manufacturer, Europe
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Hyderabad: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which regulates all aspects of civil aviation in the US, will have a permanent representative in India, it said here Wednesday.
FAA Administrator Robert A. Sturgell made the announced at the inaugural function of India Aviation-2008, India's first international conference and exhibition on civil aviation.
The move is aimed at promoting aviation partnership with India. He said the official appointed as permanent representative to India brings with him a decade of air traffic operation experience, including recent work in China during the Beijing Olympics.
Sturgell said the FAA was working to promote partnership and cooperation in air traffic management, aircraft certification, airport safety and environment.
Sturgell said as countries were developing new aviation systems, there was a need to ensure that they are harmonised. He pointed out that the FAA had already set up working groups to address safety and efficiency issues.
15/10/08 IANS/Economic Times
FAA Administrator Robert A. Sturgell made the announced at the inaugural function of India Aviation-2008, India's first international conference and exhibition on civil aviation.
The move is aimed at promoting aviation partnership with India. He said the official appointed as permanent representative to India brings with him a decade of air traffic operation experience, including recent work in China during the Beijing Olympics.
Sturgell said the FAA was working to promote partnership and cooperation in air traffic management, aircraft certification, airport safety and environment.
Sturgell said as countries were developing new aviation systems, there was a need to ensure that they are harmonised. He pointed out that the FAA had already set up working groups to address safety and efficiency issues.
15/10/08 IANS/Economic Times
Labels: Foreign, Joint Venture, Regulation
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Hyderabad: The Russian Aircraft holding and the Indian Hindavia company will soon set up a joint venture to market and sell Il-114-100 airliners in India, the head of the Russian company said on Wednesday.
The Il-114-100 is a short-range passenger airliner powered by two PW-127 Pratt and Whitney turboprop engines. It can carry up to 64 passengers.
"The joint venture will promote the Il-114 on the Indian market and in other South and Southeast Asian countries," Pavel Melnikov said at the opening of the India Aviation 2008 air show.
India Aviation 2008 is India's first international civil aviation exhibition. The exhibition is organized by Ministry of Civil Aviation jointly with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, and is being held from October 15 to 18 at Hyderabad.
Melnikov said that despite the current crisis in the global civil aircraft industry, India remains an attractive market for foreign aircraft manufacturers.
He also said that Il-114 planes have twice the fuel efficiency of their turbojet counterparts, and that demand for the aircraft will grow as fuel costs rise.
Il-114-100 planes are produced at Uzbekistan's Tashkent aircraft manufacturing plant, which has been integrated into Russia's United Aircraft Corporation.
15/10/08 RIA Novosti, Russia
The Il-114-100 is a short-range passenger airliner powered by two PW-127 Pratt and Whitney turboprop engines. It can carry up to 64 passengers.
"The joint venture will promote the Il-114 on the Indian market and in other South and Southeast Asian countries," Pavel Melnikov said at the opening of the India Aviation 2008 air show.
India Aviation 2008 is India's first international civil aviation exhibition. The exhibition is organized by Ministry of Civil Aviation jointly with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, and is being held from October 15 to 18 at Hyderabad.
Melnikov said that despite the current crisis in the global civil aircraft industry, India remains an attractive market for foreign aircraft manufacturers.
He also said that Il-114 planes have twice the fuel efficiency of their turbojet counterparts, and that demand for the aircraft will grow as fuel costs rise.
Il-114-100 planes are produced at Uzbekistan's Tashkent aircraft manufacturing plant, which has been integrated into Russia's United Aircraft Corporation.
15/10/08 RIA Novosti, Russia
Labels: Aircraft Manufacturer, Foreign, Il-114-100, Joint Venture, Russia
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Hyderabad: Bell Helicopters, a leading producer of commercial and military helicopters, unveiled its new 429 model at India Aviation 2008.
The firm will also deliver its 100th helicopter in the country to its customer ATIR constructions on Thursday at this expo.
"We will deliver a helicopter to our customer ATIR constructions in this expo which would be 100th helicopter sold in India. This year we will deliver another 20 helicopters" said Mr Max E. Wiley, VP (Asia-Pacific sales), Bell Helicopters.
15/10/08 The Asian Age
The firm will also deliver its 100th helicopter in the country to its customer ATIR constructions on Thursday at this expo.
"We will deliver a helicopter to our customer ATIR constructions in this expo which would be 100th helicopter sold in India. This year we will deliver another 20 helicopters" said Mr Max E. Wiley, VP (Asia-Pacific sales), Bell Helicopters.
15/10/08 The Asian Age
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Hyderabad: "Embraer participates in 'India Aviation 2008' October 15 to 18, at Hyderabad’s airport, on Sadar Patel highway, in India. During the event that is organized by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Indian Government, in conjunction with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Embraer promotes its entire line of commercial and executive jets at stand B39.
In the commercial aviation market, Embraer E-Jets have been flying in the livery of Paramount Airways, since October 2005. In 2009, the EMBRAER 170 jet will also join the fleet of the recently formed Star Aviation, which has signed for seven of this aircraft model.
To transport its public officials, the Indian government has been using Legacy 600 jets, since 2005, and currently operates five aircraft, one by the Indian Air Force and other four by the Border Security Force. At the end of 2007, Embraer signed a contract with India’s Invision Projects for the sale of 20 jets from the Phenom family, which is the largest fleet order in the country. Aviators India also has two firm orders for the same aircraft.
This year, Embraer announced the sale of three EMB-145 AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning & Control) jets to the Indian Government. The deal includes a broad logistical package consisting of training, technical assistance, replacement parts, and ground support equipment. The first delivery is scheduled for 2011".
16/10/08 Avionews
In the commercial aviation market, Embraer E-Jets have been flying in the livery of Paramount Airways, since October 2005. In 2009, the EMBRAER 170 jet will also join the fleet of the recently formed Star Aviation, which has signed for seven of this aircraft model.
To transport its public officials, the Indian government has been using Legacy 600 jets, since 2005, and currently operates five aircraft, one by the Indian Air Force and other four by the Border Security Force. At the end of 2007, Embraer signed a contract with India’s Invision Projects for the sale of 20 jets from the Phenom family, which is the largest fleet order in the country. Aviators India also has two firm orders for the same aircraft.
This year, Embraer announced the sale of three EMB-145 AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning & Control) jets to the Indian Government. The deal includes a broad logistical package consisting of training, technical assistance, replacement parts, and ground support equipment. The first delivery is scheduled for 2011".
16/10/08 Avionews
Labels: Aircraft Manufacturer, Embraer, Foreign
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Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc company, sees India as a strategic market. The company sees great potential for the helicopter market in India across various sectors, says Richard Millman, president and chief executive officer of the company.
After unveiling the new 429 model at the India Aviation 2008, which is the latest helicopter from the Bell’s stable he said “the product line of the company matches well with the requirement of the Indian customers. Bell’s order for the Indian market have increased sharply in the last three years and the bookings by Indian customers were the highest in the India pacific region”
Apart from the new 429 helicopter, the company with its partner Agusta Westland is developing the first commercial tilt-roter the 609.
Currently, there are two of these aircrafts in flight test and there will be two more joining this year. This aircraft combines the vertical lift advantages with the speed and range of a turboprop airplane. And the company has already received orders for this from Indian customers.
Further, the company is in talks to start research and development partnership with various research institutions for effective use of helicopters in serving the society.
16/10/08 Financial Express
After unveiling the new 429 model at the India Aviation 2008, which is the latest helicopter from the Bell’s stable he said “the product line of the company matches well with the requirement of the Indian customers. Bell’s order for the Indian market have increased sharply in the last three years and the bookings by Indian customers were the highest in the India pacific region”
Apart from the new 429 helicopter, the company with its partner Agusta Westland is developing the first commercial tilt-roter the 609.
Currently, there are two of these aircrafts in flight test and there will be two more joining this year. This aircraft combines the vertical lift advantages with the speed and range of a turboprop airplane. And the company has already received orders for this from Indian customers.
Further, the company is in talks to start research and development partnership with various research institutions for effective use of helicopters in serving the society.
16/10/08 Financial Express
Labels: Bell, Foreign, Helicopter Manufacturer, Textron
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Hyderabad: Aviation IT specialist SITA today claimed that over 50 airlines flying into India will use its communications network for provision of advance passenger information.
Following a test period, over 50 airlines were already using SITA''s community Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) solution, which had to be customized to meet the new security requirements of the Indian Government, SITA Senior Vice-President (Applications Services) Bruno Frentzel said in a press release at India Aviation 2008, here.
''SITA, as a community provider of IT solutions to the air transport industry, has been able to provide APIS solution to meet both the needs of the airlines and the Indian Government,'' he added. SITA Director for India and South Asia Maneesh Jaikrishna said APIS would allow automatic detection of suspects before boarding the aircraft by cross-matching the passengers' data against watch lists.
By the end of the year, almost all of the airlines, serving 75 per cent of all India-bound passengers, would use APIS solutions, he claimed.
In line with ICAO Recommended Practice, APIS collects basic biographical information from machine-readable travel documents such as passports and visas.
15/10/08 Edwin/MyNews.in
Following a test period, over 50 airlines were already using SITA''s community Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) solution, which had to be customized to meet the new security requirements of the Indian Government, SITA Senior Vice-President (Applications Services) Bruno Frentzel said in a press release at India Aviation 2008, here.
''SITA, as a community provider of IT solutions to the air transport industry, has been able to provide APIS solution to meet both the needs of the airlines and the Indian Government,'' he added. SITA Director for India and South Asia Maneesh Jaikrishna said APIS would allow automatic detection of suspects before boarding the aircraft by cross-matching the passengers' data against watch lists.
By the end of the year, almost all of the airlines, serving 75 per cent of all India-bound passengers, would use APIS solutions, he claimed.
In line with ICAO Recommended Practice, APIS collects basic biographical information from machine-readable travel documents such as passports and visas.
15/10/08 Edwin/MyNews.in
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Hyderabad: Engine Alliance a 50/50 joint venture of Pratt & Whitney and General Electric Aviation works for GP7200 engine powering the A380 establishing its strong roots in India. Infotech Enterprises’ Engineering Services team also works to create high quality designs and reduce the weight of parts for GP7200.
Engine Alliance member company GE Aviation has one of the largest research facilities in India. The John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bangalore employs over 4,000 advanced researchers who work with global teams to develop advanced technology products. Among these, there are more than 470 researchers working on various mechanical, aerospace and electrical engineering projects including fracture mechanics, acoustics, reliability and electro-magnetism.
Commenting on the occasion Mr.Bill Blair, Engine Alliance General Manager said, “These researchers have been working on products that GE has been developing for the next generation of aircrafts, such as the GE90 engine for the Boeing 777 and the Engine Alliance GP7200 for the A380. They’ve led technological advancements in almost all engineering disciplines, including combustion dynamics, containment prediction, aerodynamics and master modeling.”
Infotech Enterprises Limited also participates on the Engine Alliance team. Bangalore and Hyderabad engineers at Infotech work for Engine Alliance Team. Long before the engine was FAA or EASA certified, Infotech was helping EA parent company Pratt & Whitney develop detailed drawings and providing structural and thermal analysis for the massive engine.
16/10/08 IndiaPRwire.com
Engine Alliance member company GE Aviation has one of the largest research facilities in India. The John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bangalore employs over 4,000 advanced researchers who work with global teams to develop advanced technology products. Among these, there are more than 470 researchers working on various mechanical, aerospace and electrical engineering projects including fracture mechanics, acoustics, reliability and electro-magnetism.
Commenting on the occasion Mr.Bill Blair, Engine Alliance General Manager said, “These researchers have been working on products that GE has been developing for the next generation of aircrafts, such as the GE90 engine for the Boeing 777 and the Engine Alliance GP7200 for the A380. They’ve led technological advancements in almost all engineering disciplines, including combustion dynamics, containment prediction, aerodynamics and master modeling.”
Infotech Enterprises Limited also participates on the Engine Alliance team. Bangalore and Hyderabad engineers at Infotech work for Engine Alliance Team. Long before the engine was FAA or EASA certified, Infotech was helping EA parent company Pratt & Whitney develop detailed drawings and providing structural and thermal analysis for the massive engine.
16/10/08 IndiaPRwire.com
Labels: Engine Alliance, Engines, Foreign
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Hyderabad: The first-ever civilian air show in India got off to a cracking start here on Wednesday reflecting the optimism of the aviation and allied industries in spite of the downturn in airline operations.
The presence of who’s who in the global aviation industry and the top-in-line aircraft like Boeing 777 – 300ER and Airbus 319 which were delivered to Air India captured the industry’s spirit.
Top honchos of global aircraft majors like Boeing, Airbus, EADS, Bombardier, Bell Helicopter and ATR rubbed shoulders with ministerial delegations from Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka in exploring business opportunities.
All those who spoke at the inaugural function as well as on the sidelines of ‘India Aviation 2008’, including Civil Aviation Secretary, Madhavan Nambiar, who said that there was a market for 1,000 general aviation aircraft by 2020, expressed confidence that the sector would witness a revival.
The four-day mega air show was declared open by Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel amid a breathtaking flypast by IAF’s Suryakirans and a variety of aircraft parked on the tarmac of Begumpet airport.
Soon after, the flypast, para-jumping and parasailing were performed. The hot air balloon show did not take place due to unfavourable wind conditions. Coinciding with the event, a theme pavilion depicting the birth and growth of Indian civil aviation was inaugurated.
15/10/08 The Hindu
The presence of who’s who in the global aviation industry and the top-in-line aircraft like Boeing 777 – 300ER and Airbus 319 which were delivered to Air India captured the industry’s spirit.
Top honchos of global aircraft majors like Boeing, Airbus, EADS, Bombardier, Bell Helicopter and ATR rubbed shoulders with ministerial delegations from Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka in exploring business opportunities.
All those who spoke at the inaugural function as well as on the sidelines of ‘India Aviation 2008’, including Civil Aviation Secretary, Madhavan Nambiar, who said that there was a market for 1,000 general aviation aircraft by 2020, expressed confidence that the sector would witness a revival.
The four-day mega air show was declared open by Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel amid a breathtaking flypast by IAF’s Suryakirans and a variety of aircraft parked on the tarmac of Begumpet airport.
Soon after, the flypast, para-jumping and parasailing were performed. The hot air balloon show did not take place due to unfavourable wind conditions. Coinciding with the event, a theme pavilion depicting the birth and growth of Indian civil aviation was inaugurated.
15/10/08 The Hindu
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Hyderabad: Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel today opened the country’’s first International Exhibition and Conference on Civil Aviation “India Aviation 2008? here today.
Inaugurating the exhibition at the Begumpet Airport here, Patel said India would need an investment of 200-300 million dollars in the next 10-15 years in the entire spectrum of the aviation sector, including procurement of planes and airport infrastructure.
””Once aviation recovers in the world sector, India will be counted among the top 3-4 aviation countries in years to come,”” he added.
He also said that some issues needed immediate attention with jet fuel prices being the primary one.
The four-day event is being jointly organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the FICCI, with the United States being the partner country.
A new Airbus-319 will be inducted to Air India fleet, coinciding with the closure of inaugural function while another highlight will be arrival of the largest passenger aircraft in the world, Airbus A-380 from France. As many as 35 CEOs from major aviation companies are participating in the civil aviation exhibition.
15/10/08 ANI/Thaindian.com, Thailand
Inaugurating the exhibition at the Begumpet Airport here, Patel said India would need an investment of 200-300 million dollars in the next 10-15 years in the entire spectrum of the aviation sector, including procurement of planes and airport infrastructure.
””Once aviation recovers in the world sector, India will be counted among the top 3-4 aviation countries in years to come,”” he added.
He also said that some issues needed immediate attention with jet fuel prices being the primary one.
The four-day event is being jointly organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the FICCI, with the United States being the partner country.
A new Airbus-319 will be inducted to Air India fleet, coinciding with the closure of inaugural function while another highlight will be arrival of the largest passenger aircraft in the world, Airbus A-380 from France. As many as 35 CEOs from major aviation companies are participating in the civil aviation exhibition.
15/10/08 ANI/Thaindian.com, Thailand
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Hyderabad: Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel expressed his “disappointment” over the approach of various departments of the Centre as well as the State Government in not bringing down taxes on aircraft turbine fuel (ATF) in order to reduce the burden on the airlines.
The “phenomenally high” prices of ATF in the international markets were causing an adverse impact on government and private airlines.
The Ministries and the State Governments concerned did not understand its long-term implication on the development of the aviation sector. “It is disturbing to note that nobody is taking a positive view of the developments. It is a bad phase and everyone has to work for finding a solution,” he told journalists after declaring open ‘India Aviation 2008’ at the Begumpet airport here on Wednesday.
Mr. Patel said the Civil Aviation Ministry was trying to find ways and means to reduce tax on ATF to provide relief to airlines. It was also making efforts to reduce landing, parking and route navigation charges, though for a limited period.
He announced that steps were being taken to infuse equity of Rs. 1,500 crore into Air India, the country’s national carrier, to make it a stronger entity. This was in addition to a Rs. 1,000-crore loan sought by Air India.
“Air India has government equity of Rs. 145 crore while its purchase orders are in excess of Rs. 40,000 crore,” he said.
Referring to the alliance between Jet Airways and Kingfisher Airlines, the Minister said the government was yet to know what they were seeking from the Centre.
Answering a question, he said there was no scope for cartelisation by the bigger airlines as there were several routes where one or two airlines had a dominant presence, but the Ministry would promptly respond appropriately to any such efforts.
16/10/08 M. Rajeev and Y. Mallikarjun/The Hindu
The “phenomenally high” prices of ATF in the international markets were causing an adverse impact on government and private airlines.
The Ministries and the State Governments concerned did not understand its long-term implication on the development of the aviation sector. “It is disturbing to note that nobody is taking a positive view of the developments. It is a bad phase and everyone has to work for finding a solution,” he told journalists after declaring open ‘India Aviation 2008’ at the Begumpet airport here on Wednesday.
Mr. Patel said the Civil Aviation Ministry was trying to find ways and means to reduce tax on ATF to provide relief to airlines. It was also making efforts to reduce landing, parking and route navigation charges, though for a limited period.
He announced that steps were being taken to infuse equity of Rs. 1,500 crore into Air India, the country’s national carrier, to make it a stronger entity. This was in addition to a Rs. 1,000-crore loan sought by Air India.
“Air India has government equity of Rs. 145 crore while its purchase orders are in excess of Rs. 40,000 crore,” he said.
Referring to the alliance between Jet Airways and Kingfisher Airlines, the Minister said the government was yet to know what they were seeking from the Centre.
Answering a question, he said there was no scope for cartelisation by the bigger airlines as there were several routes where one or two airlines had a dominant presence, but the Ministry would promptly respond appropriately to any such efforts.
16/10/08 M. Rajeev and Y. Mallikarjun/The Hindu
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Eurocopter, the global leader in helicopter manufacturing, will be showing a strong presence at India Aviation 2008, the first international exhibition of its kind in India on Civil Aviation Sector. This event being organized by the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation will see Eurocopter presenting its range of commercial helicopters and latest technology.
With a partnership spanning over four decades with India, Eurocopter today has over 480 helicopters in service including the Cheetah/Chetak fleet manufactured by HAL under license from Eurocopter.
Flying high on the international success of its wide range of products, Eurocopter will be showcasing full-scale models and mock-up of its civilian range of reference products like EC 145, EC135 and EC155.
As Norbert Ducrot, Eurocopter Senior Vice President Sales for Asia points out, "With plans for flying ambulances, services to tourist destinations and religious places, and proposals to set up heliports in Delhi and Mumbai, the helicopter has a busy time ahead. We believe that the helicopter market in the country has the potential of doubling up in the next few years. As always, we at Eurocopter are set to bring in our expertise to support this significant growth of the Indian helicopter industry by offering end-to-end helicopter services. "
In the civilian sector, Eurocopter currently has a fleet of 64 helicopters flying in India, representing a market share of 40 percent. Eurocopter commands over 50 percent market share of the oil & gas sector. Other segments where the company holds a key position are charter and tourism services, state and government transport as well as the VIP/corporate operations where Eurocopter’s clientele includes leading groups like Reliance, Jindals, Kingfisher and Sahara.
The future of the helicopter industry in India looks very promising. Rapidly growing economy, increasing reliance on air transportation and diversified terrain are all pushing the Indian helicopter market to develop at a fast pace.
Over the four-decade of successful partnership with India, Eurocopter’s relationship with India has transcended the realm of product sales. It has helped create a highly skilled technical workforce of over 2,000 people. Also, recognizing the increasing need for having qualified helicopter pilots, the company is actively supporting the Indian government in setting up state-of-the-art helicopter pilot’s training facilities. This close cooperation has also helped Eurocopter in supporting the development of local ancillary industry.
15/10/08 Vertical Magazine, Canada
With a partnership spanning over four decades with India, Eurocopter today has over 480 helicopters in service including the Cheetah/Chetak fleet manufactured by HAL under license from Eurocopter.
Flying high on the international success of its wide range of products, Eurocopter will be showcasing full-scale models and mock-up of its civilian range of reference products like EC 145, EC135 and EC155.
As Norbert Ducrot, Eurocopter Senior Vice President Sales for Asia points out, "With plans for flying ambulances, services to tourist destinations and religious places, and proposals to set up heliports in Delhi and Mumbai, the helicopter has a busy time ahead. We believe that the helicopter market in the country has the potential of doubling up in the next few years. As always, we at Eurocopter are set to bring in our expertise to support this significant growth of the Indian helicopter industry by offering end-to-end helicopter services. "
In the civilian sector, Eurocopter currently has a fleet of 64 helicopters flying in India, representing a market share of 40 percent. Eurocopter commands over 50 percent market share of the oil & gas sector. Other segments where the company holds a key position are charter and tourism services, state and government transport as well as the VIP/corporate operations where Eurocopter’s clientele includes leading groups like Reliance, Jindals, Kingfisher and Sahara.
The future of the helicopter industry in India looks very promising. Rapidly growing economy, increasing reliance on air transportation and diversified terrain are all pushing the Indian helicopter market to develop at a fast pace.
Over the four-decade of successful partnership with India, Eurocopter’s relationship with India has transcended the realm of product sales. It has helped create a highly skilled technical workforce of over 2,000 people. Also, recognizing the increasing need for having qualified helicopter pilots, the company is actively supporting the Indian government in setting up state-of-the-art helicopter pilot’s training facilities. This close cooperation has also helped Eurocopter in supporting the development of local ancillary industry.
15/10/08 Vertical Magazine, Canada
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