Airlines opt for smaller jets in COVID-19, Alaska Airlines jumps in the fray Pg02

FL Technics signs continuous airworthiness management contract with Pg07 Wizz Air Abu Dhabi

SITA’s smart border solutions to boost passenger confidence in air travel Pg11 Nov 01st, 2020 Boeing conducts live test on unoccupied plane, shows effective disinfection against COVID-19

oeing and University of Arizona world-renowned expertise in virology to infected each area with various products conducted a test recently as a part of do exactly that.” and technologies. Chemical disinfec- Boeing’sB Confident Travel Initiative (CTI) to The bacteriophage virus MS2 is safe tants were applied through two means: support customers and enhance the safety and harmless to humans and more dif- manual wiping and with an electrostatic and well-being of passengers and crews ficult to kill than SARS-CoV-2. Scientific sprayer, a device that applies a fine spray during the COVID-19 pandemic. This one- and industry studies have used the MS2 of an approved liquid disinfectant. The of-a-kind test was done on an unoccupied virus for many years, but never before tests also measured how well Boeing’s Boeing airplane against a live virus called in an airplane cabin. The University of ultraviolet wand and antimicrobial coat- MS2 over the summer. The University of Arizona provided the MS2 virus and ings worked. Antimicrobials are long- Arizona, Department of Environmental analyzed test results. lasting coatings that destroy germs and Sciences correlated those results to SARS- “This study allowed us to test and viruses on surfaces. CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in a validate, for the first time, that disin- The University of Arizona analyzed protected laboratory environment. fecting solutions kill SARS-CoV-2 on an each area post-disinfection to deter- “While these cleaning solutions had airplane,” said University of Arizona mine effectiveness. The results showed been tested in other environments, microbiologist Dr. Charles Gerba. “It’s various levels of effectiveness, but ulti- an airplane behaves differently. It was important to recognize we’re not only mately all the recommended products, critical for us to evaluate and confirm talking about SARS-CoV-2, but also other methods and technologies successfully the chemicals and techniques we viruses and microorganisms.” destroyed the MS2 virus. recommend for our customers’ use are The study placed MS2 at strategic Boeing and the University of Arizona effective and battle-tested,” said Mike high-touch points throughout the cabin, continue to test recommended cleaning Delaney, who leads Boeing’s CTI efforts. including on seat tray tables, arm rests, methods in a lab against SARS-CoV-2 “By working with the University of seat cushions, stowage bins and inside and other similar viruses to further vali- Arizona, we were able to employ their the lavatory and galley. Technicians dis- date their efficacy. www.mrobusinesstoday.com 1 Nov 01, 2020 AIRLINES, AIRPORTS AND OEMS

Airlines opt for smaller jets in COVID-19, Romano, regional vice president of Alaska Airlines. “As part of our commit- Alaska Airlines jumps in the fray ment to Alaskans and the communities we serve, we are introducing a new aircraft to our in-state 737 fleet. The E175 supports additional flying and keeps Alaskans connected within the state and beyond.” At 76 seats, the E175 is the ideal size for many communities where larger jets are not the best option throughout the year. “The E175 is a perfect aircraft to com- plement the current flying in Alaska,” said Joe Sprague, president of Horizon Air. “Our crews are focused on support- ing Alaska Airlines and committed to the same outstanding service Alaskans have come to rely on for 88 years.” With no middle seats, the regional jet is configured with 12 seats in First Class, laska Airlines has added jet ser- between Anchorage and Fairbanks, and 12 in Premium Class and 52 in Main vice on the Embraer 175 aircraft in to provide year-round service to King Cabin. Onboard amenities include Wi-Fi theA state of Alaska. The E175, operated Salmon and Dillingham. access, Alaska Beyond Entertainment – by regional partner Horizon Air, will “This has been an especially chal- which includes hundreds of free movies serve select markets in Alaska. This has lenging time for Alaskans both due and TV shows streamed directly to given Alaska Airlines the much needed to the pandemic and the reduction of customer devices – and power outlets flexibility to increase daily frequency air service last spring,” said Marilyn in First Class.

Heston Airlines to fly from 2021, focusing on charter and ACMI markets

eston Aviation has launched an all- have strong emphasis on client needs, to offer competitive, flexible solutions to A320 fleet Heston Airlines which flexibility, and reliability of services. customers during the recovery phase of willH focus on charter and ACMI markets. “Covid-19 created a unique market op- the travel markets’’. Heston Airlines is currently in process portunity to start an airline which will Commencing early 2021, the newly of receiving Air Operator’s Certificate capture efficiency and cost effectiveness launched airline is ready to offer high (AOC) and plans to start its European of the current market situation, at the quality customized services for tour operations with three 180-seater Airbus same time not carrying the load of re- operators and airlines within EMEA A320s, with plans to grow its fleet to structuring costs burdening the incum- region. Heston Airlines is part of Heston seven aircraft by 2022. bent players’’, says Jonas Butautis, Part- Aviation, which is a consolidated group The airline will be led by experienced ner at Heston Aviation. “By entrenching of companies, focused on aviation assets and dedicated management team, with the business set-up in the post-Covid-19 Leasing, Trading, Maintenance, Repair, Jonas Rinkauskas as the company CEO, world, Heston Airlines will operate at and Overhaul. who will position Heston Airlines to industry’s best costs base, allowing us

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 2 Nov 01, 2020 AIRLINES, AIRPORTS AND OEMS Oman Air adds three more destinations as air travel picks up man Air has added three more destinations to its list as air travel picks up across Middle East and Asia.O It will now provide scheduled service to Kuwait, Bahrain and Colombo, effective 25 October 2002, and increase frequency to destinations in Oman. The airline will operate 2 weekly flights to Kuwait, 2 to Bahrain and 2 to Colombo. Oman Air will also increase flight frequency to cities including Salalah, with 3 daily round-trip flights; Khasab, with 6 weekly and Duqm, with 6 weekly flights. Oman Air will maintain its comprehensive safety program throughout all elements of the travel jour- ney to ensure that guests fly confidently. Masks are required when guests are on board the aircraft and in Oman airports. Distancing is maintained while guests board and exit the aircraft, which are carefully cleaned after each flight and at the end of every day. Cabin crew all will wear a full set of personal protec- tive equipment, meal service has been modified to further ensure safety and a number of other steps have been taken to ensure that the airline guests and crew are safe at all times. Guests who are planning to travel to Muscat should visit the Civil Aviation Authority website, paca.gov. om, to ensure they are prepared to comply with requirements to enter the Sultanate. Guests departing from Oman should also ensure that they are aware of all pre-departure requirements and requirements during their flights, which are provided at omanair.com, and ensure they are aware of official requirements to enter their destination country.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 3 Nov 01, 2020 AIRLINES, AIRPORTS AND OEMS Qatar becomes the largest operator of Airbus A350 with latest delivery

atar Airways recently took deliv- that Qatar Airways continuously moni- • LED mood lighting which ery of three more Airbus A350- tors the market to assess both pas- mimic a natural sunrise and sunset to 1000Q aircraft taking the total count senger and cargo demand to ensure it help reduce the effects of jet lag to 52. With this delivery Qatar has operates the most efficient aircraft on • The quietest cabin of any become the largest operator of Airbus each route. Rather than being forced twin-aisle aircraft that includes a A350 aircraft. All three A350-1000 are to fly oversized aircraft due to limited draft-free air circulation system result- fitted with the airline’s multi award- aircraft options, reducing the flexibil- ing in a low ambient cabin noise level winning Business Class seat, Qsuite ity for passengers to travel when they for a more peaceful journey and will operate on strategic long-haul want, Qatar Airways has a variety of • routes to Africa, the Americas, Asia- sustainable aircraft it can choose from The airline’s internal benchmark Pacific and Europe. to offer more flights with the right ca- compared the A380 to the A350 on Qatar Airways Group Chief Execu- pacity in each market. Passengers can routes from Doha to London, Guang- tive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, also rely on our airline operate an hon- zhou, Frankfurt, Paris, Melbourne, said, “Qatar Airways is one of the few est schedule of flights with our mixed Sydney and New York. On a typical global airlines to have never stopped fleet giving us the ability to maintain one-way flight, the airline found flying throughout this crisis. As one of services, and upgrade or downgrade the A350 aircraft saved a minimum the only airlines to continue taking de- aircraft size depending on passenger of 16 tonnes of carbon dioxide per livery of new aircraft at this time, our demand.” block hour compared to the A380. strategic investment in modern, fuel- Passenger travelling on-board Qatar The analysis found that the A380 efficient twin-engine aircraft has en- Airways’ state-of-the-art Airbus A350- emitted over 80per cent more CO2 abled us to continue flying taking over 1000s can enjoy: per block hour than the A350 on 2.3 million people home on more than • The widest cabin body of any each of these routes. In the cases of 37,000 flights since the start of the class with larger windows creating an Melbourne and New York the A380 pandemic. Due to COVID-19’s impact extra spacious feel emitted 95% more CO2 per block on travel demand, we will continue • The widest seats of any hour with the A350 saving around to fly greener and smarter by keeping aircraft in its category with generous 20 tonnes of CO2 per block hour. Un- our fleet of Airbus A380 grounded, as room in all classes til passenger demand recovers to ap- it is not commercially or environmen- • Advanced air system technol- propriate levels, Qatar Airways will tally justifiable to operate such a large ogy including HEPA filters which de- continue to keep its A380 aircraft aircraft in the current market. liver optimal cabin air quality, renew- grounded, ensuring it only operates “Environmentally conscious passen- ing air every two-to-three minutes for commercially and environmentally gers can travel with the reassurance more comfort and less fatigue responsible aircraft.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 4 Nov 01, 2020 AIRLINES, AIRPORTS AND OEMS Airbus moment of pride-‘Delivered its first US assembled A220 to Delta Air Lines’ laska Airlines has added jet service on the Embraer 175 aircraft in theA state of Alaska. The E175, operated by regional partner Horizon Air, will serve select markets in Alaska. This has given Alaska Airlines the much needed flexibility to increase daily frequency between Anchorage and Fairbanks, and to provide year-round service to King Salmon and Dillingham. “This has been an especially challenging time for Alaskans both due to the pandemic At 76 seats, the E175 is the ideal size for have come to rely on for 88 years.” and the reduction of air service last spring,” many communities where larger jets are With no middle seats, the regional jet is said Marilyn Romano, regional vice presi- not the best option throughout the year. configured with 12 seats in First Class, 12 dent of Alaska Airlines. “As part of our com- “The E175 is a perfect aircraft to com- in Premium Class and 52 in Main Cabin. mitment to Alaskans and the communities plement the current flying in Alaska,” Onboard amenities include Wi-Fi access, we serve, we are introducing a new aircraft said Joe Sprague, president of Horizon Alaska Beyond Entertainment – which to our in-state 737 fleet. The E175 supports Air. “Our crews are focused on support- includes hundreds of free movies and additional flying and keeps Alaskans con- ing Alaska Airlines and committed to TV shows streamed directly to customer nected within the state and beyond.” the same outstanding service Alaskans devices – and power outlets in First Class.

AJW purchases three Airbus A330- Caribbean Airlines ramps up the flight 200 for teardown operations as air OVID-19 pandemic has led to a travel resumes boost in the teardown market. It is estimatedC that as the market re-opens s air travel resumes across the the demand for spares is going to be globe Caribbean Airlines has manifold, and looking at this opportu- alsoA come up with more options for nity, AJW group has purchased three their passengers. They have intro- Airbus A330-200 aircraft for tear- duced three weekly non-stop return down. The three ex-Thomas Cook UK our way through during the COVID-19 flights each Monday, Friday and Sat- aircraft, which were manufactured in lockdown period. The challenges AJW urday, utilising their ATR-72 fleet. 1999, are all powered by RB211 Trent have overcome – from resources and the CEO of Caribbean Airlines, Garvin 700 engines with GTCP331-350 Auxil- ability to physically inspect the aircraft Medera said, “Fulfilling the needs of iary Power Units. – we have taken in stride and found our customers motivates all that we The aircraft will be disassembled on- solutions to successfully pursue this do, and the launch of service be- site at Manchester Airport. With nearly transaction.” tween Ogle and Barbados, is in direct 90 years of experience at the forefront of Once removed from the fuselage the response to stakeholder feedback. We the aircraft component supply indus- A330 components will be recertified at value the loyalty and support of our try AJW will manage the disassembly AJW Group’s maintenance hub in Mon- customers and it is heartening that remotely coordinated by an experienced treal (AJW Technique), OEMs and other in the midst of the pandemic, we are technical team and engine specialists, strategic vendors. able to introduce these new flights be- negating the need to ferry the aircraft to The inventory will be held at AJW tween Ogle and Barbados. Our teams a teardown facility. Group’s headquarters in Sussex, are looking forward to connecting Ian Malin, CFO of AJW Group, said: England, as well as at strategic global families and friends. We assure you “AJW Group have proven again our hubs, ready for sale to support AJW that Caribbean Airlines observes safe- agility and ability to pilot complex Group’s ad-hoc and contracted airline ty protocols which are aligned with circumstances.Purchasing aircraft out of customers. Interested parties are now the highest international standards a bankruptcy is rarely straightforward able to make enquiries to their ac- for the protection and well-being of however we have also had to navigate count managers. our customers and employees.”

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 5 Nov 01, 2020 MRO AGREEMENTS

year. With nearly 40 years of air medical Air Methods Corporation signs experience, Air Methods is the preferred partner for hospitals and one of the USD24 million HCare Smart Support largest community-based providers of air medical services. Air Methods has contract with Airbus Heli a fleet of owned, leased, or maintained aircraft with more than 450 aircraft. “Air Methods is a key and trusted member of the Airbus family, and we’re extremely proud to help support the life-saving air medical operations they carry out on a daily basis all over the country,” said Anthony Baker, vice president of Customer Support at Airbus Helicopters, Inc. “With nose-to-tail airframe coverage for their EC145 fleet, we will collaborate with Air Methods to support efficient management, stream- line costs and eliminate surprises, with ir Methods Corporation has signed that we are working with the manufac- the intent of increasing operational a five year, USD24 million HCare turer, to provide a higher level of service, availability and allowing Air Methods to SmartA support contract with Airbus He- and responsiveness for our patients.” focus its resources on its core business licopters, Inc. to cover its fleet of 31 EC145 This is Air Methods’ first HCare of fully supporting its customer base.” helicopters. contract with Airbus, and discussions HCare is Airbus Helicopters’ compre- “This is the first of what we hope to be are underway to extend similar sup- hensive services offering, delivering multiple HCare contracts, which allows port coverage to other aircraft models tailor-made and competitive solutions to us to partner with Airbus to drive safety, in the Air Methods fleet, which also customers. It spans five domains: mate- reliability, and cost targets for our cus- includes the H125, H130, H135 and H145. rial management, helicopter mainte- tomer base,” said Leo Morrissette, EVP of Air Methods is the leading air medical nance, technical support, training and Operations for Air Methods. “This con- service provider, delivering lifesaving flight operations, and connected services, tract provides us peace of mind knowing care to more than 70,000 people every with experts available on-call 24/7.

Airinmar expands their services by signing a full suite warranty management services with Wizz Air

irinmar has recently signed a new service agreement with low-fare carrier WizzA Air. As per the agreement, Airinmar will provide a full suite of warranty management services covering airframe, engines and components along with identification, claim and recovery of the multiple airframe, engine and component warranty entitlements provided by Airbus and its suppliers. These services will integrate with Wizz Air’s current materials management activities and focus on maximizing the recovery of Wizz Air’s warranty entitlements and reducing the cost of aircraft maintenance. credit recovery aligns with our strategic services to Wizz Air, we are excited to “Airinmar’s services will support us goals and growth plan.” continue our contribution to Wizz Air’s effectively recovering our warranty en- “We are delighted to expand our ser- ambitious growth and sustained success titlements and reduce our maintenance vices with Wizz Air, Central and Eastern over the coming years.” spend on our growing fleet of 134 Airbus Europe’s largest ultra-low-cost carrier” Airinman is a subsidiary of AAR, the aircraft.” said Wizz Air. “With a further said Matt Davies, Airinmar General top global independent provider of com- 250 aircraft on order, Airinmar’s delivery Manager. “With a proven track record of ponent repair cycle management and of new aircraft warranty cost savings and already delivering our value engineering aircraft warranty solutions.

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ready and passionate to extend our coop- FL Technics signs continuous eration within CAM field in other AOCs of Wizz Air“, said Liudas Jurkonis, the Head of airworthiness management Engineering, Design and Technical Train- ings of FL Technics. contract with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi “Wizz Air is very dynamic and progres- sive organisation, we expand and move fast. Therefore, we need a trustful and flexible partner to meet not only our high standards for continuous support, but also to meet our needs in this demanding and aggressive market. Being professional in your field is a necessity of any business, and that is why we have chosen to work with FL Technics to start our new subsid- iary – Wizz Air Abu Dhabi,” said Ljubomir Jesic, Senior Technical Services Manager of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. FL Technics will perform continuous air- worthiness management for Airbus A320 L Technics have signed a long-term a trusted partner of Wizz Abu Dhabi with NEO and CEO family aircraft, and will contract to support the international such sensitive and important function as provide full CAM services in accordance low-costF carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi with continuing airworthiness management. with the requirements of the General Civil complete Continuing Airworthiness Man- We are excited to share our solid experi- Aviation Authority (GCAA) ensuring a agement (CAM) services. FL Technics is a ence in CAM field and strongly believe proper control in AMOS system. The scope part of Avia Solutions Group and a global that this cooperation will positively of work is not limited to full CAM services. provider of integrated aircraft mainte- support the successful development and It will also cover other engineering ser- nance, repair and overhaul services. growth of new Wizz Air subsidiaries, such vices, which Wizz Air requires on a regular “FL Technics is extremely glad to become as Wizz Abu Dhabi. Moreover, we are and ad hoc basis.

Alaska Airlines and Microsoft sign one-of-a-kind agreement aiming towards sustainable aviation arbon emission, environment friend- between Seattle-Tacoma International who are thinking big, to achieve our goals ly flight, achieving zero emission by Airport to San Francisco International and grow the marketplace for SAF.” 2050C is the new mantra of aviation indus- Airport, San Jose International Airport, “We are excited to partner with Alaska try. Every airlines, OEM, MRO and airports and Los Angeles International Airport the Airlines to make business air travel a are giving their best efforts to reduce three most popular routes travelled by little greener by using sustainable avia- pollution and ensure a safe and healthy Microsoft employees on Alaska Airlines. tion fuel supplied by SkyNRG to reduce flight. Alaska Airlines now joins this list Under a separate partnership agreement, the carbon impact of the flights Microsoft by signing a partnership with Microsoft. Microsoft will purchase SAF credits from employees fly most,” said Judson Althoff, As a part of this deal, the Microsoft Corp. SkyNRG, and the SAF will be delivered to executive vice president of Microsoft’s employees who fly between their global the airport fuelling system used by Alas- Worldwide Commercial Business. “We headquarters in Redmond, Washington ka Airlines. The companies will explore hope this sustainable aviation fuel model and California on Alaska Airlines will expanding the program in the future. will be used by other companies as a way fly on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to “After a decade advancing sustainable to reduce the environmental impact of cover their business travel. The SAF, sup- aviation fuel, this partnership marks their business travel.” plied by SkyNRG, is an important option a significant milestone in the work to “The emergence of a SAF production for the aviation industry to reduce CO2 make SAF a commercially-viable aviation system and market is a once-in-a-century emissions on a life-cycle basis. This first fuel alternative,” said Brad Tilden, CEO opportunity to launch a new energy US partnership of its kind is a model for of Alaska Airlines. “SAF enables us to fly source for an entire industry, guided by other companies and organizations com- cleaner and reduce our impact on the strong sustainability standards from day mitted to reducing the environmental environment. However, we cannot do one,” said Theye Veen, managing direc- impact of business air travel. this alone we must work together with tor, SkyNRG. “We are very pleased to be The agreement applies to CO2 emis- other industries and business leaders like joined by leading companies Microsoft sions from Microsoft employee travel Microsoft and SkyNRG, among others and Alaska Airlines in this next step.”

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 7 Nov 01, 2020 MRO AGREEMENTS Magnetic MRO takes a digital step forward with BTT Cloud agnetic MRO has recently signed digitalization,” sharedRolandas Dirgela, integrate new solutions in a complex the extended Managed IT and IT Manager at Magnetic MRO. business. Also, we have experience CloudM services agreement with BTT BTT Cloud is a partner to Magnetic working with companies within the Cloud. BTT Cloud is a managed IT ser- MRO since 2014 with an overall 13 years’ aviation industry and have an in-depth vices provider with Lithuanian capital experience in IT business. Prior to understanding of what works and what that has been operating successfully for this, BTT Cloud have mainly supported does not, so we are ready to use our more than a decade. The agreement has Vilnius-based users and related IT infra- expertise in this partnership and imple- come on the lines of recent pandemic structure. Now BTT Cloud will provide ment the best practices together with and increased role of digitalization and full-scope managed IT services to all em- Magnetic MRO team,” said Donatas well-balanced IT processes. ployees across Baltics and will take care Zaveckas, CEO at BTT Cloud. “IT plays a vital role in most business- of whole IT and cloud infrastructure that With this strategic partnership, Magnet- es; however, the aviation industry has drives all business-critical workloads. ic MRO aims to work further on standard- been somewhat slower to adopt it. Like I am very pleased with the Magnetic izing the IT infrastructure and IT services many jokes, this year the COVID-19 has MRO decision to expand the strategic while applying best practices and new accelerated the digitalization as no one partnership with us. BTT Cloud is known technologies. This will enable business ever before, and I would not argue with as an ambitious and ever-growing growth and provide employees with high that: it did, indeed, push us to make this company so we are sure we have a lot to quality, timely support which will allow decision faster. Thus with the recently offer to companies like Magnetic MRO, Magnetic MRO teams to fully focus on expanded partnership with BTT Cloud, from the daily managed IT and Cloud their core activities and solutions that cre- we are taking one more step towards the services to support in innovations and ate more value to the business.

Collins Aerospace and GKN Fokker expands a decade old FlightSense On-Site Support agreement for IDGs

ollins Aerospace Systems and GKN Aerospace announced the expan- sionC of an existing 10-year FlightSense On-Site Support agreement for Collins Aerospace’s Integrated Drive Generators (IDGs). The expanded contract will add new IDG part numbers for the Airbus A320neo, while Collins Aerospace will continue to manage Fokker Services’ onsite inventory of IDG components, providing competitive rates for OEM- quality parts and improved shop efficiency. Fokker Services, in turn, will of Collins Aerospace components.” now be able to repair Collins Aerospace “As a leading aerospace service pro- IDGs for the A320neo at its Amsterdam vider, we are proud to work with Collins Airport Schiphol facilities. Aerospace to provide MRO support for “Collins Aerospace is pleased to these components to operators,” said As part of the contract, Fokker Services continue building on its longstanding Ben Scharrenberg, director, Procurement will support airlines, MROs and Integra- relationship with Fokker Services,” said for Fokker Services. “We bring added val- tors with flexible, reliable and competi- Ryan Hudson, vice president, After- ue based on many years of experience tive OEM solutions for Collins Aerospace market, Power & Controls for Collins in supporting component MRO, our high IDGs. The support includes: OEM parts & Aerospace. “This agreement will help quality standards including FAA, EASA warranty, Dedicated 24/7 customer ser- Fokker Services streamline supply chain and CAAC approvals, and our service vice representative, Quick Turn-Around- operations, increase repair reliability expertise. We look forward to supporting Time and performance guarantee, Reli- and lower operational cost to better our customers and to further expanding ability monitoring services to ensure top serve its customers with quality repairs our relationship as Collins Aerospace’s quality, Exchange inventory available to channel partner.” support the next removal.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 8 Nov 01, 2020 ENGINE MRO NEWS Customer demands increase for CorporateCare Enhanced programme by Rolls Royce

olls Royce has signed the 500th Cor- strong demand from customers, who porateCare Enhanced service contract clearly see the value of this programme. sinceR the programme became available We developed it with the mindset of, less than 24 months ago. It covers a wide ‘if we provide it, we cover it’, and our cus- range of additional services items for tomers simply love that.” the AE 3007 and Tay engines, including CorporateCare Enhanced offers troubleshooting and mobile repair team substantial financial and operational travel costs. For the Pearl 15, Pearl 700, benefits to customers, such as increased BR710 and BR725 engines it also covers asset value and liquidity, mitigating maintenance for the whole powerplant, maintenance cost risk and protection including nacelle, engine build-up and against unforeseen costs and unsched- thrust reverser unit-related services uled events anywhere in the world. as well as erosion and corrosion on all Increased aircraft availability, reduced engine and nacelle parts. The enhanced management burden, full risk transfer, service was introduced as standard for Andy Robinson, SVP Customers & and direct priority access to the Rolls- all new CorporateCare customers from Services Business Aviation, Rolls-Royce Royce services infrastructure and remote 2019 onwards and is also available as an said, “Since we launched CorporateCare site assistance are further benefits for upgrade to existing contracts. Enhanced in 2018, we have seen very our customers.

Pratt & Whitney to assess engine enhancements for F-35

ratt & Whitney has been awarded system capability requirements across of thrust, unmatched low-observable a USD 1.5M contract to conduct an all F-35 variants beginning with Block signature, world-class thermal manage- F135P modernization study and op- 4.2 aircraft. The scope of the assessment ment, and innovative engine control sys- erational assessment by the F-35 Joint focuses on enhancements addressing tem, the F135 is a critical enabler of the Program Office to determine specific improvements to up and away thrust, F-35 weapons system and of operations propulsion system growth require- powered lift thrust, power and thermal conducted in advanced threat environ- ments for Block 4.2 F-35 aircraft and be- management capacity, and fuel burn ments – a core element of the National yond. The study is expected to conclude reduction. Defence Strategy.” in March 2021. Designed with the knowledge that Leveraging significant US Govern- “This award is a significant mile- operational environments will evolve ment and Pratt & Whitney investment stone for the program and the warf- and threats will advance, the F135 is in next generation adaptive propulsion ighter, as we look to ensure the F135 postured to meet future F-35 capabil- technologies, Pratt & Whitney’s EEP ap- propulsion system continues to pro- ity requirements. Its modular design proach offers low risk, variant-common vide the foundation for all air vehicle and advanced digital architecture upgrade options for the F135 that provide capability requirements over the full allow for the agile development and increased performance aligned with the lifecycle of the F-35,” said Matthew spiral insertion of both hardware program’s continuous capability devel- Bromberg, president, Pratt & Whitney and software upgrades. As part of opment and delivery (C2D2) strategy Military Engines. “As we look to the the study, Pratt & Whitney’s GATOR- and serve as a critical enabler for future future, growth in aircraft capability WORKS organization will complete capability growth of the F-35 weapon must be met with matched propul- the conceptual design and analysis system. sion modernization. Fortunately, the of multiple F135 Engine Enhancement The combat-proven F135 is the most F135 has ample design margin to Package (EEP) growth options with advanced operational fighter engine in support agile and affordable upgrades phased insertion plans. the world, delivering 26 per cent more that will enable all F-35 operators to “Built upon decades of combat propul- thrust, 116 per cent more powered lift, keep pace with evolving threat envi- sion experience, the F135 provides the and more than a 300 per cent increase ronments.” warfighter with a critical technological in power and thermal management over Under this award, Pratt & Whitney advantage over adversaries at an un- 4th generation fighter engines all with a will assess F135 engine enhancements paralleled value to the taxpayer,” said demonstrated mission capability rate of required to support future F-35 weapon Bromberg. “With more than 40,000 lbs. greater than 94 per cent.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 9 Nov 01, 2020 UPCOMING MRO FACILITIES ACROSS THE GLOBE

Pratt & Whitney to invest USD 650 aerospace may have started with the Wright Brothers, but make no mistake, million in North Carolina’s turbine this industry is a vibrant part of our state’s modern economy, as today’s airfoil production facility announcement proves,” said North Carolina Commerce Secretary Anthony ratt & Whitney plans to invest We need to invest today to ensure that M. Copeland. “We welcome Pratt & about USD 650 million in the we have the infrastructure, production Whitney’s new investment in North 1,000,000P square foot world-class capabilities and workforce in place to Carolina.” turbine airfoil production facility in meet future market demand and pro- The investment is intended to cre- Asheville, North Carolina for the next vide the best products to our custom- ate 800 new jobs through 2027 in seven years. This facility will house ers worldwide. We are grateful for the Buncombe County. The new, state-of- an advanced casting foundry for the support provided by the State of North the-art facility will implement best- production of turbine airfoils as well Carolina and the local community.” in-class manufacturing technologies as conduct machining, coating and “We are positioning North Carolina to and processes exemplifying industry finishing of airfoils onsite. come out of this pandemic with these 4.0 manufacturing principles and will “This investment will enable Pratt & and other good paying jobs which complement existing turbine air- Whitney to continue to modernize and signals a bright future in aviation even foil work that is done across Pratt & transform its operations with cutting- with the current challenges the indus- Whitney’s facilities. This investment edge technologies,” said Chris Calio, try faces. Manufacturers know they directly supports Pratt & Whitney’s president, Pratt & Whitney. “Turbine can count on our strong workforce, goal to transform its business and airfoils are a critical component across our innovation and our leadership in strengthen its position by implement- our engine portfolio and demand will uncertain times,” said North Carolina ing modern solutions to prepare for the increase significantly as the market Governor Roy Cooper. future, while reducing structural costs recovers over the next several years. “North Carolina’s leadership in to emerge from the pandemic stronger.

Bombardier expands its footprint in Australia with 50,000 square feet MRO facility

ombardier’s ambitious plans to craft, at one time. The new service centre Bombardier fleet. establish a worldwide customer ser- will also boast a 4,000 sq. ft. parts depot. The Victoria Government has sup- viceB network has hit another milestone Construction is set to begin this year, ported Bombardier’s development of with the opening of 50,000 square feet with the facility slated to be operational the new facility and its growth plan. MRO centre at Melbourne, Australia. The in 2022. “The Victorian Government is proud to new facility is at Essendon Fields Airport Thrilled with the addition of this facil- be supporting Bombardier to grow its and will provide maintenance, repair ity, Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive footprint here in Melbourne, creating and overhaul on all Bombardier business Vice President, Services and Support, and more than 50 jobs,” said Martin Pakula, aircraft, a parts depot and an in-house Corporate Strategy, Bombardier Aviation Victorian Minister for Industry Support fixed based operation (FBO), employing said, “This facility will further builds on and Recovery. “This is a regionally-signif- some highly skilled technicians. This Bombardier’s commitment to Australia icant development and one that cements facility will definitely ramp up Bom- and the Asia-Pacific region. By adding Victoria as a major player in Asia-Pacific bardier’s footprint in the Asia-Pacific more specialized know-how and greater aviation.” region along with establishing the next capacity to support more aircraft in Brendan Pihan, CEO of Essendon Fields key building block in its growing global this key location, we are providing our said, “This is a tremendous outcome for customer support network. customers even more reasons to bring Melbourne, and it solidifies Essendon The new facility will provide custom- their jets home.” Fields as the home of corporate jets in ers with a variety of service options Australia is a key market for Bombar- Australia. Essendon Fields will now at- including scheduled and unscheduled dier. With more than half of the 168-air- tract a sizeable proportion of all Bombar- maintenance, modifications, avion- craft strong Australian business fleet dier aircraft in the region to Victoria for ics installations and AOG support for made up of Bombardier aircraft, this aircraft service and maintenance. This is Learjet, Challenger and Global aircraft. new facility will serve as an important a long-term commitment, by both par- It will also have the capacity to service gateway to Asia-Pacific, serving as a key ties. With this announcement, we dem- two Global 7500 aircraft Bombardier’s focal point for customers in the region onstrate a strong commitment to the exquisite, industry-defining flagship air- and for future growth prospects of the future of aviation at Essendon Fields.’’

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 10 Nov 01, 2020 TECHNOLOGY NEWS SITA’s smart border solutions to boost passenger confidence in air travel ITA recently released a Positioning ABC gates, reducing congestion and im- border management systems.” Paper detailing its latest generation proving passenger flow while providing With SITA Border solutions in place, ofS smart border solutions to facilitate high-quality data to governments and arriving travellers in the Schengen the implementation of the new Eu- border agencies. Zone will be able to confirm their ropean Union Schengen Zone border Jeremy Springall, Vice-President Border registration in the Central EES system controls planned for 2022. This new TS6 Management SITA said, “The introduc- at the kiosk, update their travel record Automated Border Control (ABC) Kiosks tion of EES will bring significant benefits with any new travel document or visa have been developed to accommodate but also presents operational chal- details, confirm their biometric data future upgrades and changing require- lenges for EU member states to achieve and make declarations specific to their ments, such as the use of new biometric smooth and effective border processes. journey. The biometric data can then capture devices or the introduction of a Maximizing the value delivered by the be used to identify the traveller at the printer to provide receipts to travellers. introduction of EES requires an approach ABC gate enabling them to proceed The new EU Entry-Exit System (EES) is that goes beyond the initial acquisition directly through the gate by facial designed to ensure robust and con- of gates, kiosks, and biometric devices. recognition alone. This innovative sistent checks on travellers along the Member states now have a unique op- approach is expected to significantly entirety of Europe’s external borders. It portunity to positively transform their improve processing times at border uses the biometric data captured at its border operations through the intel- crossing points for arrivals compared ABC kiosks to expedite processing at the ligent integration of new and existing to traditional processing. SATAIR leads the way in additive manufacturing parts for aviation aftermarket

atair has provided one of its airline cus- and our AOG procurement department 7,000 A320ceo Family aircraft in service tomers in the US with what is believed turned to the Additive Manufacturing worldwide, the demand for this specific toS be the first certified metal printed flying (AM) team for a solution. After a short additive manufactured part is likely to spare part. This A320ceo specific part was pre-assessment, the part was handed increase and with this Additive Manufac- no longer procurable from the original sup- over to the RapidSpares design offices at turing supply chain now in place, we will plier, thus leading to an alternate solution Airbus. Using a new certification process be able to produce these parts within a developed by Satair. The tailored additive they were able to re-certify the former shorter lead-time. Four more customers manufactured solution reduces the likeli- cast part within five weeks and adapt it to have already requested that same part hood of an AOG for this specific aircraft, titanium, which is a qualified airworthy following this successful delivery. We have and on a larger level leads to an increased additive manufacturing material. The lead already identified more titanium parts flexibility in part production while meeting time for certification is expected to reduce for which Additive Manufacturing could the same high quality standards ensured even further in the future once the tech- as well become a more economical way by EASA Form1 certification. nology becomes more of a standard.” of production, with higher flexibility and The A320ceo wingtip fences are installed The printing of the wingtip fence parts shorter lead times.” in four different versions – starboard, port, was carried out at the Reference Manu- After printing, the part requires differ- upper and lower. These parts are A320ceo facturing shop in Airbus Filton, which ent post-processing steps to become an specific and no longer in production. The was process qualified in 2019 and is now airworthy part, making it a one-to-one spare parts supplier had difficulties pro- able to produce airworthy parts regularly. replacement for the original part whilst viding the cast part. This led to a regular Four parts (full shipset for one aircraft) meeting the same safety requirements as loss of the moulds, resulting in a poten- are printed simultaneously in a build job, the conventional part. The new AM part is tially high investment cost for Satair to which takes 26 hours, to reduce the cost supplied with an EASA Form 1 certification replace the moulds for individual orders. per piece and the printing time per part. approval. Satair also studied other conventional Bart Reijnen, CEO of Satair said, “Satair The shipset was delivered earlier this options such as re-designing the part for is leading the way in providing addi- year making the airline the first operator machining technology, but the resulting tive manufactured parts for the aviation with an Airbus metal printed AM spare cost and lead-time implications were not aftermarket and we currently have more part. Compared to conventional solutions, competitive. than 300 part numbers certified for the total non-recurring costs were reduced by Felix Hammerschmidt, HO Additive technology covering every Airbus aircraft 45 per cent making it a cheaper solution Manufacturing Satair, explained, “We family type including tools and Ground for customers and with a shorter lead- received an order for replacement parts Support Equipment. With more than time.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 11 Nov 01, 2020 EXECUTIVES IN FOCUS Troy Nail promoted as Airframe Service Sales Manager at Lincoln, Provo facilities, Duncan Aviation

Troy Nail has been promoted as Airframe Service Sales Manager at Lin- coln, Nebraska, and Provo, Utah, facilities of Duncan Aviation. Nail joined Duncan in 2001 as an Airframe Technician I. Since then he advanced quickly to positions of increased responsibility and leadership Airframe Lead Tech, Airframe Team Leader, and, most recently, Bombardier Air- frame Service Sales Rep. “Nineteen years ago, Troy joined our airframe maintenance team, tak- ing the extra steps to learn everything he could to deliver exceptional workmanship and customer service,” said Ryan Huss, Duncan Aviation Director of Sales. “Troy’s dedication hasn’t stopped. From the hangar floor to the sales desk, he develops strong relationships with customer to iden- tify not only what they want but what they need.” “Nail is a vital part of the overall Duncan Aviation sales leadership team. He will be collaborating with the other Duncan Aviation Sales Manag- ers in Battle Creek, Mich., and Lincoln, Neb., to strategically guide sales efforts, build customer relationships, and increase market share,” added Huss. Nail went to school while working weekends at Duncan Aviation to earn his A&P License and Associate Degree of Applied Science from Iowa Western in Council Bluffs, Iowa and later a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Peru State in Peru, Nebraska.

Jessie J. Knight reappointed to the Board of Directors at Alaska Airlines

In a recent announcement by Alaska Air the turbulence of the 2008 recession, Diego Gas and Electric; executive vice Group, Jessie J. Knight, Jr is re-appointed celebrated the airline’s entry into new president of external affairs at Sempra to the board of directors, effective imme- service in Hawaii and continued on a Energy and chief sustainability officer; diately. He previously served on the board path of organic growth. He was also a and president and CEO of the San Diego from 2002 to 2017. He will also serve the member of the board when the compa- Regional Chamber of Commerce. He also company’s airline subsidiaries Alaska ny acquired Virgin America in 2016. served as commissioner for the Califor- Airlines and Horizon Air Industries. Knight’s appointment to the board nia Public Utilities Commission and as Responding to the announcement increases the number of independent di- the executive vice president of the San Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group Chair- rector seats from 10 to 11. The total board is Francisco Chamber of Commerce. man and CEO said, “We are so proud comprised of 13 members, with the other Knight was vice president of market- to welcome Jessie back to our board. two positions filled by Tilden and Alaska ing for the San Francisco Chronicle and During his previous tenure, his wisdom Airlines President Ben Minicucci. Alaska’s San Francisco Examiner newspapers and trusted perspective, combined with board of directors prides itself on a diverse from 1985 to 1992. He began his cor- his deep knowledge of our business and membership. With Knight, 45 percent porate career in 1975 with Dole Food our values, contributed invaluably to the of the independent directors are racially Company Inc., where he worked for 10 company’s success.” diverse and 45 percent are women. years and rose to the level of marketing Knight will have a seat on the board’s Knight is the managing director at director for North America. He earned a compensation and leadership development Knight Angels Consulting LLC, a private bachelor’s degree from St. Louis Univer- committee. During his previous tenure, he equity and philanthropic organization. sity and a master’s degree in business served as chair of the safety committee. His professional background includes administration from the University of Knight formally served on the board as a breadth of business, sustainability, Wisconsin. He was born and raised in Alaska managed through the aftermath and civic and public affairs executive Springfield, Missouri, and currently lives of 9/11 to avoid bankruptcy, navigated roles. He was chairman and CEO of San in Charlotte, North Carolina.

www.mrobusinesstoday.com 12 Nov 01, 2020 DEFENCE NEWS Bombardier announces key appointments at Biggin Hill service facility on the backdrop of expansion Bombardier has made some important enhance our customer service offerings worldwide services network. Corey will key leadership appointments at its Biggin in the region.” also support our ongoing improvement Hill service facility in London, effective With Greg’s new appointment, Corey efforts to ensure we continue to meet immediately. This demonstrates Bombar- Trudgen will continue to support the and exceed our customers’ expectations dier’s strong commitment to the contin- important expansion project at the Big- and give them even more reasons to ued growth of service network. gin Hill facility. He is also taking on a bring their jets home,” added Gallagher. With over three decades of experi- new mandate to actively support further The expansion of the facility, which was ence, Greg Hoggett is appointed Gen- footprint growth opportunities across the announced earlier this year and includes eral Manager at the Biggin Hill Service Bombardier Aviation Services network. the construction of a new hangar, is on Centre. Greg has held numerous roles in These news appointments come on the track and expected to be completed in the industry and most recently joined heels of recent announcements about 2022. The enhancement of the Biggin Hill Bombardier from AJW Group where he Bombardier’s enhanced service capabili- Service Centre and its maintenance ca- was Group Operations Director. Prior to ties and infrastructures including the pabilities is a testament to Bombardier’s this position, he worked with TAG Avia- establishment of a wholly-owned service unwavering commitment to providing tion Europe/TAG Aviation UK, where he centre in Berlin following agreements customers with industry-leading services held leadership roles including Manag- with Lufthansa Technik AG and ExecuJet on a global scale and the OEM expertise ing Director and Chief Operating Officer. Aviation Group AG; the construction of they rightfully deserve. Greg began his aviation career with the a new, state-of-the-art service centre at Established in 2017, Bombardier’s Big- Royal Air Force. Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport; the gin Hill Service Centre is a key support “We are thrilled to welcome Greg to the major expansion of the Singapore Service facility strategically located in London Bombardier family,” said Jean-Christophe Centre at the Seletar Aerospace Park and that offers tip-to-tail heavy mainte- Gallagher, Executive Vice President, new Line Maintenance Stations (LMS) at nance capabilities on Learjet, Challenger Services and Support, and Corporate strategic locations in the US. and Global aircraft. The site is fully Strategy, Bombardier Aviation. “His “With the success of our ramp up at the equipped to perform scheduled and un- extensive knowledge and experience will Biggin Hill Service Centre, we are excited scheduled maintenance, modifications be influential in leading the evolution of to have Corey take part in supporting the and avionics installations, and paint our Biggin Hill facility as we continue to growth and expansion of Bombardier’s repair services. Bii appoints Andrew Newell as their new Sales Director

Aircraft Interior specialist, Andrew pate that this will start to happen in the Bii’s warehousing and logistics manage- Newell has joined Bii as the Sales Direc- next few months.” ment is increasingly utilised by third tor to expand and develop its aircraft Newell said, “Actively trading aircraft parties seeking flexible support partners. interiors after-market services. In his interior rotables within the MRO, leas- Prior to joining Bii.aero, Andrew Newell new role, Newell will focus on expan- ing and airline markets requires deep was Vice President/Accountable Man- sion and development of Bii’s aircraft insight across a wide range of electronic ager of Leki Aviation with global respon- interiors after-market services, retrofits electromechanical and mechanical com- sibility for the sale of all aftermarket and reconfigurations for lessors and ponents. Understanding the complex materials and the creation and develop- airlines. processes relating to the interchange- ment of 25 Repair Centre/Leki Tech that “We’re focused on our own teardown ability of parts across modern com- specialised in the repair of electronic programmes as well as working with mercial aircraft is one aspect, manag- and mechanical cabin equipment. lessors and airlines who are looking at ing repairs with trusted workshops to ways to streamline their reconfigura- maximise life is another. We also have tions cost-effectively” said Justin Block- our eye on the gradual introduction of ley, Commercial Director, Bii. “Andrew PMA parts into the sector which will be has encyclopaedic knowledge of surplus a logical step as airlines seek to conserve materials which can be accessed by cash while preserving reliability. design agencies tasked with interior Newell brings with him wealth of modifications for the entire spectrum of highly specialised expertise in the air- commercial aircraft. This is particularly craft interiors sector and is tasked with valuable at a time when aircraft transi- setting up a new centre of excellence at tions to new owners begin to intensify Bii. Management of consignment stock as a result of COVID-19 and we antici- is another area of focus for Newell as

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