MEXICANA BELIEVES CONSOLIDATION IS IMMINENT IN MEXICO
February 5, 2009
Manuel Borja Chico, CEO of the Mexican legacy airline stated this week that consolidation of the airlines in Mexico presents major opportunities. Before 1980 approximately 5% of the population used air service. With the introduction of LCC carriers the market has been stimulated even though we don’t have final numbers for the total traffic. But in the past few months several airlines have been grounded for lack of capital and credit, high taxes and other negative factors. Manuel Borja told Reuters in Madrid during a oneworld 10th anniversary celebration “At times of crisis there are moments for opportunities…If one does what one has to do in these times, one becomes stronger and more successful. With the number of Mexican airlines reduced from 14 to the current six or seven I believe there is going to be more consolidation”.
CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Bombardier Global Aircraft Receive EASA Certification for Lower EVS Approaches
February 5, 2009
Montreal, February 4, 2009 — Bombardier Aerospace announced today that it has received
approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for Global aircraft equipped with
the Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS) to obtain operational credit for continuing
approaches to 100 feet. Bombardier’s BEVS had previously received approval from Transport
Canada and the Federal Aviation Administration.
EU-OPS rule 1.430(h) requires pilots using instrument approach procedures to be able to
visually see with natural vision the approach lights and runway environment from a
predetermined height in order to proceed with landing. With BEVS, that height has been
reduced to 100 feet. This is the European equivalent of Federal Aviation Regulation 91.175.
The Bombardier Enhanced Vision System (BEVS) provides pilots with significantly improved
situational awareness and the ability to observe runway lights and the runway environment in
difficult operating conditions, such as low visibility and or darkness. BEVS also enhances safety
by helping to identify runway incursions. The Global BEVS is currently certified with an
Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) that will be significantly upgraded when the new Global
Vision cockpit is certified.
Global Vision
At the heart of the Global Vision BEVS is the CMC Electronics CMA-2700, a new, thirdgeneration
member of its SureSight® family of I-Series™ integrated sensor systems for
Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) applications, integrated with Rockwell Collins Heads-Up
Guidance System (HGS®). Together, the system enables descent down to 100 feet above
ground level, thereby enhancing operational flexibility.
Global 5000: The high-speed Global 5000 jet combines superior transatlantic speed with the
largest cabin in the super large segment. It features high-speed Internet connectivity and
unmatched entertainment options as standard equipment as well as a heads-up flight display
system, with the largest field-of-view of any business aircraft. With a recent range increase of
400 NM (741 km) the jet can now connect London-Los Angeles, and Sao-Paulo-Paris non-stop
with eight passengers and three crew*.
Global Express XRS: The pioneering Global Express XRS business jet features the largest
cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – offering more cabin volume and more floor space
than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the
high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this
impressive jet can link London-Tokyo and London-San Diego non-stop with eight passengers
and three-to-four crew*.
About Bombardier
A world-leading manufacturer of innovative transportation solutions, from commercial aircraft
and business jets to rail transportation equipment, systems and services, Bombardier Inc. is a
global corporation headquartered in Canada. Its revenues for the fiscal year ended
Jan. 31, 2008, were $17.5 billion US, and its shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange
(BBD). Bombardier is listed as an index component to the Dow Jones Sustainability World and
North America indexes.
Cessna Celebrates Grand Opening of Newest Citation Service Center in Mesa
February 5, 2009
WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 5, 2009 Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today marked the grand opening of its Mesa Citation Service Center adjacent to the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Ariz.
The company constructed a new 101,000-square foot facility that includes 62,400 square feet of hangar space along with office and backshop areas. Cessna has developed 12 acres of its tract flanking three 10,000-foot runways and a 124,800-square foot aircraft ramp, leaving room for expansion as needed.
Randy Soutiere is general manager of the Mesa Citation Service Center, which employs more than 75 maintenance professionals. As previously announced, Cessna has moved its Long Beach, Calif., service center to Mesa to expand space and capability. More than 65 percent of the workforce at Long Beach accepted Cessna’s offer to relocate to Mesa.
“We’re thrilled to be open for business in the Phoenix area, and our first day’s activities were robust with seven Citations coming through the door,” said Stan Younger, Cessna vice president, Service Facilities. “The customer and employee experience here is certain to turn Mesa into the premiere location in the Southwest for Citation maintenance. The facility is twice as large and ramp space is 10 times the size of what we offered in Long Beach, and we have room for further expansion as the worldwide fleet of Citation business jets grows.”
The Mesa Citation Service Center is part of Cessna’s global network of company-owned service centers. Along with the company’s more than 30 authorized service facilities around the world, this group forms one of the most comprehensive business aircraft service networks in the world. Cessna is consistently ranked near the top of the industry in third-party customer support surveys, one of the factors supporting Cessna’s continued leadership in annual business jet deliveries.
ECC Leasing Sells ERJ 145 Jet to Brazil?s Federal Police
February 5, 2009
50-seat aircraft to join the first jet delivered in 2006
São José dos Campos, February 5, 2009 – ECC Leasing Company Limited, a wholly owned
subsidiary of Embraer, has sold a second ERJ 145 used jet to Brazil’s Federal Police Department
(Departamento de Polícia Federal – DPF). The aircraft, whose delivery is scheduled for the first
half of 2009, will join the other ERJ 145 delivered in July 2006 and successfully operated by DPF.
“It is gratifying to us at Embraer to see another of
our aircraft being deployed to meet the Brazilian
government’s transportation needs throughout its
vast territory,” said Paulo Estevão de Carvalho
Tullio, Embraer Asset Management Director. “The
Company aims to provide the best products and
services, worldwide, and has endeavored to
increase its global presence, with a specific
emphasis on Brazil.”
The DPF will use the airplane for new missions
arising from the expansion of its operational scope.
This agreement includes a service package that will
benefit both this and the first aircraft, improving
their dispatch reliability.
“The Federal Police Department has nationwide responsibilities, which require flexible, fast,
and safe air transportation, with the highest possible dispatch reliability rates and facilitated
maintenance services,” said Rubens José Maleiner, DPF Operational Aviation Coordinator.
“We are certain that the ERJ 145 meets these needs, and are especially proud that this
quality high-technology product is produced in our own country.”
About the Brazilian Federal Police Department (DPF)
The Federal Police Department (Departamento de Polícia Federal – DPF) is Brazil’s national
police force, whose main responsibility is to investigate crimes against the Federal Government,
that is, its administration, its agencies and public companies, as well as combat international
drug trafficking and terrorism, and handle border control, including airports, waterways and
checkpoints, and issue passports.
Since it is involved throughout all of Brazil’s territory, the DPF has a modern and functional
structure that supports the centralized planning, coordination, and control of its actions with important performance and ensures the presence of its representatives at several points of the
country, as they carry out their police responsibilities in joint operations with other federal agencies
and entities, thus promoting national integration. More information is available at www.dpf.gov.br.
About ECC Leasing Company Limited
Embraer’s wholly owned subsidiary, ECC Leasing Company Limited, was incorporated in
Dublin, Ireland, in September 2002 to manage and remarket Embraer’s pre-owned aircraft
portfolio. To date, ECC has managed a total of 71 aircraft, of which 40 have been leased and
31 sold to airlines, corporations, and government entities in North and South America,
Europe, and Asia. ECC Leasing handles Embraer aircraft that may be acquired through tradeins
and provides remarketing services for third parties in connection with its sales campaigns.
WestJet, Air France and KLM Announce Signing of Memorandum of Understanding
February 4, 2009
CALGARY, PARIS, and AMSTERDAM, Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – WestJet, Air France and KLM today announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding to build a new commercial relationship between the three airlines.
This memorandum of understanding allows the airlines to begin working on building a code-sharing agreement in late 2009 or early 2010. Prior to this, the carriers will contemplate additional opportunities including an interline agreement, namely acceptance of each other’s e-tickets, and through check-in of baggage and passengers, technology permitting. Possibilities for future frequent flyer program cooperation will be explored as well.
A code-sharing agreement would involve the Canadian gateways of Calgary, Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver where guests of the three airlines would connect with each other’s networks.
This memorandum of understanding is another step in WestJet’s strategy to increase connectivity, bringing additional travellers to its network as well as offering more access for its guests to new destinations.
Dr. Hugh Dunleavy, Executive Vice President, Commercial Distribution, commented, “We are very pleased with this announcement today. This memorandum of understanding marks the successful execution of the next step in our strategic plan. We are proud to have strategic partners in Air France and KLM who share our values and our focus on the guest. They will be excellent partners and will provide our guests with the opportunity to seamlessly travel across their networks.”
For Air France and KLM, it is a great opportunity to strengthen their position in services to Canada and increase the number of destinations offered to passengers.
About WestJet
WestJet is Canada’s leading high-value low-cost airline offering scheduled service throughout its 55-city North American and Caribbean network. Named one of Canada’s most admired corporate cultures in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008, WestJet pioneered low-cost flying in Canada. WestJet offers increased legroom, leather seats and live seatback television provided by Bell TV on its modern fleet of 76 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. With future confirmed deliveries for an additional 45 aircraft, bringing its fleet to 121 by 2013, WestJet strives to be the number one choice for travellers.
About Air France and KLM:
The business combination agreement concluded in September 2003 between Air France and KLM gave rise to Europe’s number one air transport group in May 2004, based on a holding company and two airlines with their own brands and identity and three core businesses. The combination of Air France and KLM creates a unique global network, based on the hubs at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam-Schiphol. The Group represents 75 million passengers, 248 destinations worldwide and a fleet of 620 aircraft. This reflects its newfound position as the global market leader in terms of revenues, with a total revenue of 24,1 billion euros in 2007/2008.
As from May 2009, Air France will increase to 4 the number of daily frequencies between Paris and Montreal, and KLM will launch a new Amsterdam-Calgary route with 5 flights a week. At this time, Air France and KLM will operate a total of 67 weekly flights between Paris-Charles de Gaulle/ Amsterdam-Schiphol and Calgary, Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.
United Airlines Appoints Tony Cervone Chief Communications Officer
February 4, 2009
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JetBlue Puts New Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Cancun and Santo Domingo on Sale
February 4, 2009
– Low fares start at $71(a) to Cancun and $99(b) to Santo Domingo –
– Every flight comes with free snacks, seatback entertainment, and great service –
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) will add two new international routes from its Fort Lauderdale focus city this June to Cancun, Mexico, and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, subject to receipt of government operating authority. The customer-friendly airline will offer daily nonstop service to both cities beginning June 18, with low fares starting at just $71(a) each way to Cancun and $99(b) each way to Santo Domingo. Every JetBlue fare comes packed with friendly customer service, unlimited free snacks and drinks, seatback entertainment options, and the most legroom in coach of any U.S. airline(c).
Cancun and Santo Domingo are the latest additions to JetBlue’s growing operation in Fort Lauderdale, where the airline offers nonstop flights to 18 destinations. Last week JetBlue began its first-ever international service from Fort Lauderdale with two daily flights to Nassau, Bahamas.
JetBlue Celebrates New Service to LAX With $105 Fares to the East Coast*
February 4, 2009
– Now offering service from LAX, Burbank and Long Beach –
– Daily flights to Boston and New York begin June 17 –
– Complimentary Shut-Eye Service offered on overnight flights –
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) plans to introduce a higher standard of service – and lower fares – at Los Angeles International Airport this summer when it kicks off two new routes from the airport on June 17. Customer-friendly JetBlue will begin twice-daily service to both Boston and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport with an unbelievable offer: fares priced at just $105* each way to either city. Flights are on sale through February 11, 2009 at www.jetblue.com.
“The 105 Freeway may deliver you to LAX’s front door, but only with JetBlue Airways will $105 get you a seat all the way to Boston or New York,” said Robin Hayes, JetBlue’s chief commercial officer. “We’re thrilled to be launching new service from LAX this June with a great fare that not only includes the most legroom in coach**, but also the most free, live entertainment options of any airline in America***. As if that weren’t enough, JetBlue’s award-winning crewmembers happily offer up unlimited free snacks and drinks on all our flights. We look forward to continuing to welcome L.A. travelers onto JetBlue flights, whether they prefer to depart from LAX, Long Beach, or Burbank.”
JetBlue’s new LAX service will be operated with the airline’s spacious Airbus A320, which offers roomy, all-leather seating for 150 including the most legroom coach of any U.S. airline. Customers looking to pamper themselves even further can upgrade to a super-spacious Even More Legroom seat. For just $30 extra each way on nonstop flights to Boston or New York, customers can stretch out and enjoy 38″ of seat pitch.
Overnight flights from Los Angeles and all Western U.S. destinations offer JetBlue’s complimentary Shut-Eye Service, featuring a Snooze Kit that includes earplugs and eyeshades, plus unlimited free snacks and beverages and a “good morning” hot towel service. Before arrival, customers will be treated to Dunkin’ Donuts coffee, fruit juice, and bottled spring water, allowing customers to land refreshed and ready to start the day.
Boeing Names Aldo Basile Vice President Sales for Europe, Russia and Central Asia
February 4, 2009
LONDON, Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) has named Aldo Basile its new Boeing Commercial Airplanes vice president of Sales for Europe, Russia and Central Asia. Basile succeeds Marlin Dailey, who recently became Boeing Commercial Airplanes vice president Sales.
Based at the Commercial Airplanes European headquarters in London, Basile is responsible for the company’s commercial airplane sales activity across the region. Much of his sales team is strategically located close to Boeing customers throughout Europe and Russia; several team members are based in Seattle. Basile has been with Commercial Airplanes Sales since 1989. Most recently Basile served as vice president Sales for several European countries based in Paris.
Basile has more than 30 years of experience at Boeing, joining in 1978. He started within the Marketing organization, where he spent one year in Market Analysis. He then moved to the Airline Analysis group in 1979. In 1985, he became director of the Airline Analysis organization, leading a team providing financial and market analysis in support of both Boeing Sales and customer airlines.
Basile’s career began in 1973 at Aeritalia, the Italian aircraft manufacturer now known as Alenia. He was responsible for Aircraft Performance and later, for Product Development at Aeritalia, working in the 7X7 joint-venture program at Boeing facilities in Seattle.
Basile earned a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from the University of Naples in 1971. In 1980, he earned a master’s degree in business administration from Seattle University.
JetBlue ofrece nuevos vuelos de Santo Domingo a Fort Lauderdale por US$99
February 4, 2009
— Nuestras tarifas incluyen merienda gratuita, TV personal en cada asiento y un excelente servicio al cliente —
SANTO DOMINGO, República Dominicana, 4 de febrero /PRNewswire/ — JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) tiene planeado lanzar un servicio directo diario de Santo Domingo al Sur de la Florida en junio, y lo celebra con una gran rebaja de tarifas. JetBlue ofrecerá un vuelo directo diario a Fort Lauderdale a partir del 18 de junio con tarifas desde US$99* para cada segmento más impuestos. La tarifa de JetBlue incluye un excelente servicio al cliente, merienda y bebidas sin costo y sin límite, TV personal en cada asiento y ofrece el mayor espacio entre asientos en clase económica que ninguna otra aerolínea de EE.UU.**
Fort Lauderdale es el último agregado a la creciente operación de JetBlue en Santo Domingo, donde la aerolínea ofrece vuelos directos a la Ciudad de Nueva York; Orlando, Florida; y San Juan, Puerto Rico. En el resto de la República Dominicana, JetBlue ofrece vuelos diarios desde Puerto Plata y Santiago hasta la Ciudad de Nueva York.
“JetBlue se enorgullece de ampliar su éxito en Santo Domingo con el nuevo servicio al área Fort Lauderdale / Miami”, dijo Kelvin Pabon, Gerente General de JetBlue en República Dominicana. “Los clientes prefieren JetBlue por su entretenimiento a bordo, snacks gratuitos y el premiado servicio al cliente, y todo ello por un precio bajo. ¡Lo invitamos a aprovechar estas excelentes tarifas en nuestros nuevos vuelos a la Florida”!
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