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4 JUNE 2008 EUROPEAN BUSINESS AIR NEWS Jet Aviation selects Falcon 900EX and G-550 Switzerland’s Jet Aviation is to add a Falcon 900EX and a G-550 to its managed fleet. The company’s Martin Bernegger said at EBACE that the 900EX, configured for 13 passengers, will be based in Zurich while the G- 550, designed for 14 passengers, will be stationed in Zurich and Tokyo. “The G-550 will enable us to offer long range services to charter customers both in Europe and in Asia,” says Bernegger. “The Falcon 900EX is a much sought after aircraft for charter to destinations in the U.S., Africa and the Middle East.” Bernegger says the aircraft are due to come into service in July. Separately NetJets Europe announced at EBACE that it had increased its order of Falcon 2000LX to 30 with 20 new orders. The NetJets Europe’s fleet will expand to include the Falcon 2000, Falcon 2000EX, Falcon 900B and Falcon 900EX. “Taking into account all orders, over the next eight years, the NetJets Europe fleet will have a total of more than 80 Dassault aircraft,” says Mark Booth, chairman and ceo NetJets Europe. The 30 new aircraft will be delivered over the next eight years, with the first expected in September 2008. Booth says: “With its range and increased fuel efficiency, we know this aircraft will be a big hit.” This is not a King Air 350. Go ahead, count the windows. Now taking pre-certification orders for King Air 90s 800.257.4847 US & Canada 425.353.6591 International www.BLRaerospace.com davemarone@BLRaerospace.com Prestige Jet regards Lineage 1000 acquisition as a ‘real coup’ Abu Dhabi’s Prestige Jet, which has signed a letter of intent for five Gulfstream G650s, plans to operate the world's first Lineage 1000 aircraft. Faris Deeb, md says the G650 will add a new dimension to the company's operations but that he regarded the ultra-long range Lineage 1000 as a real coup. “The developments demonstrate our unyielding commitment to building one of the foremost private air charter companies in the region comprising a young fleet with some of the most advanced aircraft available in the world that meet virtually all passenger needs," Deeb says. “The G650 is a one-of-a-kind, high-tech, state-of-the-art airborne office that features an unmatched combination of characteristics: the largest and quietest cabin, the longest range and fastest speed and the most technologically advanced aircraft systems. It will allow us to carry between 15 and 18 passengers, non-stop to destinations such North America or Australia.” The Lineage 1000 is smaller than the BBJ and ACJ but bigger than those currently rated as mid-size aircraft. Deeb says: “It will provide Prestige Jet with a competitive advantage in terms of flexibility in the number of passengers that can This King Air 200 could easily be mistaken for a King Air 350 thanks to the addition of a new Winglet System by BLR Aerospace. Winglets have taken the industry by storm, delivering a range of benefits that include dramatic increases in climb rate, cruise speed and fuel savings — plus striking good looks. So keep your airplane. But change your performance. Do you have your winglets yet? BLR Aerospace Performance Innovation Tony Gilbert, vp Duncan Aviation, and Faris Deeb, md Prestige Jet, formalise the agreement between the two companies. be carried and the charter rates.” Prestige Jet plans that its fleet will grow to ten aircraft by the end of 2008 and to 26 by 2013 at a cost of around US$1.5 billion. Deeb also says that Prestige Jet is investing in a multi-million dollar investment programme for facilities and services. “In April we opened a new dedicated passenger lounge within Al Bateen City Airport,” he says. And Prestige Technique, the recently formed maintenance division of Prestige Jet, signed an agreement Prestige Jet is also expanding its fleet. with Duncan Aviation of the U.S. for the provision of a wide range of maintenance services including airframe and engines. “While we might be embarking on an unparalleled growth programme, at the heart of our plans is the safety and reliability of each and every one of our growing and diverse range of aircraft,” said Deeb. “This association with Duncan Aviation means we can draw on over 50 years of experience and the highest reputation in the industry.” Prestige Jet, formed in early 2007, also announced that it was seeking to acquire a facility at Al Ain international airport to establish a dedicated maintenance hangar. Deeb says that, in the first quarter of 2008, utilisation of its then fleet of four dedicated aircraft was on average running at 30 per cent above target. HondaJet sales have got off to a racing start in Europe. The first customer in the region is Formula 1 racing driver and business entrepreneur Jenson Button. Button will purchase two HondaJets for a new air charter company he is establishing. The US$3.9 million HondaJet he says “is the fastest, most fuel efficient, and most spacious jet of its size and incorporates many advanced technologies that offer reduced noise and emissions levels relative to other similarly sized jets.” Button, who has just suffered a frustrating Monaco grand prix, says that the HondaJet will help him meet his busy racing itinerary efficiently and help ensure frustration-free travel outside the racing arena. “Unfortunately, I will still need luck as well as efficiency during races. Monaco was a messy race for Boutsen Aviation reports growing ACJ demand Boutsen Aviation of Monaco has taken delivery of the first of two ACJs and one A318 Elite ordered on behalf of undisclosed customers. The Airbus ACJ has yet to be outfitted but its cabin, which will be installed by Jet Aviation in Basle, Switzerland, will feature a vip interior based on the Prestige cabin concept, which comprises a large sitting and dining room, private office, bedroom and en suite bathroom. Boutsen, three times Formula 1 Grand Prix winner and president of Boutsen Aviation says the ACJ’s modern design means that it is well placed to go on winning clients. Airbus’ Corporate Jet Centre (ACJC) in Toulouse has completed a vip interior for the A320 of a private customer. The company says the first cabin outfitting of its type features a vip lounge, business class seating and an area for support staff. The company reports a growing demand for customised interiors from high net worth individuals across Europe. Charter operators, including Austria’s JetAlliance (see page 3) and Germany's DCA Aviation (page 6) are expanding their ACJ fleets. Michimasa Fujino (left) presents Jenson Button with a ceremonial scale model of the HondaJet at EBACE. Jensen Button helps HondaJet sales get off to racing start in Europe me,” says Jenson, “and what made it even more frustrating was that the pace of the car was good. I should have come away from here with points, but unfortunately we have nothing to show for our efforts.” The HondaJet, however, will give him and his charter passengers predictable and consistent reliability. Michimasa Fujino, Honda Aircraft Company president and ceo says that Honda will establish a new European network of three HondaJet exclusive sales and service centres. Fujino says: “Honda’s decision to expand sales of its advanced light jet to the rapidly growing European market is in response to strong demand for the aircraft from customers throughout the region. We have received a steady stream of inquiries from interested customers.”
EUROPEAN BUSINESS AIR NEWS VLJ start-up chooses the Phenom 100 Monarch Airlines Airbus A320 captain David Fletcher is changing career to spearhead the launch of a Phenom 100 based air taxi charter operation targeting business throughout Europe. VLJ Consultancy Ltd will be based at the U.K.’s Oxford Airport and its air taxi charter operation will cover mainland Europe plus UK domestic cities including Manchester, Birmingham, Newquay, other south west destinations, and cities in Scotland and Ireland. “Oxford airport will be the centre of the wheel and we are looking forward to adding the spokes,” says Fletcher, the company’s md. “The air taxi company, whose name we will announce at this year’s Farnborough Air Show, will operate with the first Phenom 100 from May 2009. We hope to pick up traffic to a number of inter- European sporting events and short leisure breaks.” Fletcher says: “We are convinced this is the right time for an operation like this, but being a small player in the lucrative business aviation market can make or break you if you don’t have the right aircraft, or the right airport base. We are convinced we have the right base and will have the right aircraft at the right time and are very confident of doing well.” Ready for launch are David Surley, Oxford Airport (left); David Fletcher, VLJ Consultancy (centre) and James Dillon Godfray, Oxford Airport. The company will be looking to recruit personnel, including several pilots later this year. “Discussions will also soon commence with chauffeur car companies, catering organisations and boutique hotels in the Oxford area,” Fletcher adds. He says investors in the start up business are private professionals who have committed to one Phenom 100, plus an additional two on option for delivery in 2012. The company is also looking at the larger Phenom 300 or possibly the Embraer Legacy 500 for future growth. CJ2+ and Grand Caravans appeal Private Flight GmbH is taking delivery of a Citation CJ2+, the 101st unit of the upgraded version. The aircraft will be based in Bayreuth, Germany, and Private Flight says it will be used by a vip for private travel. The Citation CJ2+ seats up to eight passengers, has a range of 1,613 n.m. and a maximum cruise speed of 418 knots. Separately six 208B Grand Caravans, a 172 Skyhawk and 182 Skylane have been ordered by Air Alliance GmbH, one of Europe’s most active Cessna Caravan dealers. Pana Poulios, Cessna regional sales manager in Europe says: “We have increased Caravan production for 2008 based largely on international orders such as this. Our single-engine piston sales are also doing very well in 2008.” Based in Burbach’s Flughafen Siegerland in Germany, Air Alliance is also an authorised service centre for Cessna turboprop aircraft. PrivatAir is expanding its charter sales team after reporting a 30 per cent rise in charter revenue in 2007. "The worldwide demand for charter of both large cabin aircraft and smaller jets shows no sign of abating," says Richard Koe, vp charter and aircraft management. But he adds: "Improved organisation, new charter products, precise pricing, strong operational support and specific marketing initiatives have all played their part along with hard work from the team." Members of the expanded team, clockwise from left, are: Marina Enina- Texier, Verena Guibaud, Richard Koe, Corinne Kolter, Lucie Kunz-Harris, Dominic Sandell, Nathalie Beuchard and Lille Muniesa. Safety is everyone’s responsibility at Owens Corning, a world leader in building materials systems and composite solutions. Company President and CEO David Brown considers safety a key metric by which to measure success. Owens Corning’s commitment to safety is evident in the exceptional record of the corporate flight department, operating for 60 years without an accident. For more than 50 of those years, Owens Corning has relied on FlightSafety for professional, safety-centered training. “Safety isn’t just the job of the safety people. It is the responsibility of every employee throughout our company. Getting fully involved in all aspects of the company’s safety performance means exposing it, owning and acting upon it. We have one objective: zero injuries,” Brown says. DAVID T. BROWN President and CEO, Owens Corning CEOs on Training A SERIES “Owens Corning’s commitment to safety is unconditional. That’s why we train at FlightSafety.” Dave Brown, a graduate of Purdue University, joined Owens Corning in 1978. He was appointed to the board of directors in January 2002 and became president and chief executive officer three months later. Brown also has served as executive vice president and chief operating officer, and as president of several company divisions. He serves on a number of boards, including the Toledo Museum of Art and the Dean’s Advisory Council for Purdue’s Krannert School of Management. “Regular training with FlightSafety helps prepare our flight department for the unexpected. The value and quality of training provided by FlightSafety is unequaled and an indispensable element of meeting that objective.” For more information, please contact any of our Learning Centers or call Scott Fera: 636.532.5933. Our headquarters are at the Marine Air Terminal, LaGuardia Airport, New York 11371-1061. Email: fsi.sales@flightsafety.com flightsafety.com Albinati orders six of the best JUNE 2008 5 Albinati Aeronautics, the Genevabased charter, management and aircraft sales organisation founded in February 2001, has six aircraft on order. The company, established in 2001 by Stefano Albinati, an aviation veteran with over 20 years' flying experience, brought a CJ2+ into operation in February followed by Hawker 900XP in March. Albinati says: “We have two new Falcon 2000LX, two new Global XRS and two new Falcon 7X on order. We are underpinning our strategy of being able to offer a range of small, medium and large aircraft.” The ordered aircraft will join a fleet that includes a CJ2+, Hawker 900XP, Challenger 604, Falcon 2000, Falcon 900EX, and Global 5000. “The aircraft will be deployed for leisure and business and both CJ2+ and Hawker 900XP will be operated from our Geneva base,” Albinati adds. The aircraft were chosen for their cabin size and range. Recently the company, which now employs 42 people, was looking to recruit three.
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