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AVIATION NEWS complements our narrow-body fleet, flying where it would be uneconomical to deploy larger aircraft and offering equivalent passenger comfort.” Embraer has received more than 1,050 orders for its E-Jet family of aircraft. Nearly 900 E-Jets have been delivered to some 60 airlines in 40 countries. E-Jets are operating with mainline carriers, low cost airlines and are also deployed on regional routes. Bolen Tells Congress of Aviation's Support for 'NextGen', Outlines Concerns Washington, DC, – Federal efforts to achieve a next generation air traffic control system (“NextGen”) require a consensus among all aviation segments in order to succeed, National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen said in testimony today before a House subcommittee hearing on the progress of NextGen initiatives. “NextGen modernization holds the promise of a safer, more efficient, more accessible, and more cost-effective national transportation system,” Bolen told members of the Aviation Subcommittee for the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, thanking lawmakers for their continued commitment to improving the nation’s aviation system. The subcommittee held the hearing to review the FAA’s Management of the NextGen program. Bolen was invited to appear before the subcommittee to represent RTCA, an organization charged with providing c o n s e n s u s - b a s e d recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for proceeding on NextGen. Bolen is a former RTCA chair, and today serves as its vice chair. “RTCA should continue to be the forum for receiving FAA tasks, achieving industry consensus, and providing the FAA with c o n s e n s u s - b a s e d recommendations regarding NextGen.” Bolen explained that while the general aviation community, including NBAA’s 9,000 Member Companies, is beginning “to see clear benefits from the transition to a satellitebased system with the establishment of performance based navigation,” some concerns need to be addressed. “NextGen raises significant cost realities for system users,” Bolen said, which means that program implementation should proceed with “a clear cost-benefit case that firmly establishes system requirements, incentivizes early adoption, and provides accountability through the establishment of a comprehensive timeline and budget.” Bolen told lawmakers that “the entire cost of equipping for NextGen must be borne by the aircraft owner or operator and cannot be passed along to passengers. Because the costs associated with equipping for NextGen are significant, operators need to be able to plan ahead for necessary expenditures.” In fact, knowing with certainty when new equipment requirements are to go into effect, and when NextGen improvements will be implemented, are important considerations for all aviation segments, Bolen said. “Currently, budgetary uncertainties and the lack of a single comprehensive timeline for achieving important implementation milestones leave users uncertain about what equipment will be needed, ultimately slowing adoption,” Bolen told committee members. “The FAA has committed to bringing stakeholders together on the development of a future navigation plan, and components of that plan must include a ‘transition strategy’ rather than a light switch approach,” he continued. In addition, federal funding “to maintain this legacy infrastructure must be established in order to ensure the continued safe operation of the national airspace system,” Bolen said. In a final note of caution to lawmakers, Bolen said that given these needs, the risks to the nation’s air transportation system posed by sequestration – the anticipated, across-the-board funding reduction for all federal agencies, as part of legislation passed last year – are serious. “Concerns over the prospect of sequestration have created an added level of uncertainty for system users,” Bolen said. “Potential cuts in FAA funding overall, and NextGen funding in particular, would have a severe impact on the NextGen implementation process.” Review a copy of Bolen’s testimony in its entirety. Bombardier Showcases Class-Leading Jets at Jet Expo 2012 MONTREAL, QUEBEC-- (Marketwire - ) Bombardier Aerospace will be showcasing four of its business jets at the seventh annual Russian International Aviation Exhibition, Jet Expo 2012, in Moscow, Russia, from September 27 to September 29, 2012. On display at the static park the Global 6000 jet will make its Russian debut with the industryleading Bombardier Vision flight deck, alongside the Challenger 605 aircraft, the Challenger 300 jet and the Learjet 60 XR aircraft. "The Russian market for business jets truly is prevalent in Moscow," said Christophe Degoumois, Vice President, Sales, Russia, CIS, China, Asia- Pacific and Australia, Bombardier Business Aircraft. "With the industry expected to grow substantially over the next 20 years, Jet Expo is the perfect opportunity for us to highlight the class-leading attributes of our AIR WORLD October 2012-19
AVIATION NEWS jets. "Additionally, we are delighted to officially present our new Global 6000 jet in Moscow for its Russian debut. With the new Bombardier Vision flight deck, superior cabin, and worldrenowned Global jet performance, this aircraft is a cut above all others in the large cabin and ultra long-range category," he added. "Russia is an important market for us, and we continue to develop long-term relationships. It is a market that retains true brand loyalty and this year's show is just one such chance for us to promote our strong brand and build further upon our existing relationships," explained Degoumois. Learjet 60 XR aircraft: A proven model that combines performance, comfort, value and technology to a new level in the midsize category, the Learjet 60 XR delivers a high cruise speed of Mach 0.81 (863 km/hr) with superior climb capabilities, proven fuel efficiency and low direct operating costs(i). This jet can rapidly fly its passengers above the traffic and make use of the more favourable winds up at 51,000 ft (15,545 m) which translates into time savings as a result of less traffic and turbulence. When loaded with four passengers and two crew it will fly 2,405 nm (4,454 km) and is able to fly from Moscow to Madrid(i). Challenger 300 aircraft: The dependable Challenger 300 jet offers true transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight to ten passengers. Its 3,065 nm (5,676 km) range connects Moscow with Mumbai or Dublin non-stop with eight passengers and NBAA IFR reserves. Its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) runways with ease(i). The Challenger 300 jet offers the best performance and value in its class, combined with a dispatch reliability that has consistently been above 99.7 per cent, it has exceeded customer expectations since its entry into service in 2004. Challenger 605 aircraft: The revered Challenger 605 jet builds upon the legacy of productivity, quality and reliability of its predecessor, the peerless Challenger 604 jet, leading its market share segment throughout the world. Featuring one of the widest stand-up cabins of any large category business jet available today it can soar six passengers 4,000 nm (7,408 km); from Moscow to Shanghai, and also from Moscow to Dakar, as well as any city in Russia(i). Global 6000 aircraft: The Global 6000 jet's unrivalled cabin size and levels of comfort combined with a stand-up shower and the Bombardier Vision flight deck means no other purpose-built business jet comes close in terms of high-speed range capability and traveller comfort. Offering the ultimate in technology, this intrepid jet can link Moscow with Los Angeles, Johannesburg and Singapore, non-stop, with eight passengers and three to four crew(i). São Paulo, Brazil, – Embraer Defense and Security and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) signed a contract for the supply of logistics support and services for the fleet of 24 ERJ-145 (ERJ- 145, ERJ-135, Legacy 600, RS, and AEW&C) family operated by FAB. The ESSG (Embraer Support Solution for the Government) program includes material support, repair management, maintenance technical control, engineering support, and field technical support, besides scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services. The contract could reach US$ 130 million, of which US$ 98 million is a firm order for routine logistical support, with a potential adition of US$ 32 million in optional services. The ESSG Program is an integrated solution that increases fleet availability and mission readiness, with a flat rate and defined performance requirements, eliminating financial risk for the client. By means of centralized management, it enables long term planning, integration of the global partners and suppliers´ network, and clear definition of deadlines for parts delivery. The expected result is a significant Embraer Defense and Security to Supply Logistics Support to Brazilian Air Force aircraft operational and support cost reduction for FAB. “Providing FAB with a new service model, which will enable our client to accomplish its missions with excellence gives us great satisfaction”, said Eduardo Bonini Santos Pinto, Senior Vice- President of Operations and COO - Embraer Defense and Security. “We are convinced that the ESSG Program will contribute for a more efficient and economical management of FAB´s fleet”. “This contract represents a great accomplishment for the development of the national defense industry, as attested by the experience and quality of Embraer services,” said Major- Brigadier Paulo João Cury, Director of Aeronautic and War Materials Department at FAB. “The ESSG Program allows the Air Force to meet its institutional objectives, including national AIR WORLD October 2012-20
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