jueves, 10 de noviembre de 2011
Empresas aeronáuticas norteamericanas conocen las posibilidades de invertir en Andalucía
Una treintena de empresas y entidades norteamericanas del clúster aeronáutico del Pacifico Noroeste de Estados Unidos acudieron a un seminario sobre las oportunidades de inversión en Andalucía en el sector aeronáutico que organizó “Invest in Andalucía”, entidad dependiente de la Consejería de Economía, Innovación y Ciencia, y que gestionan Extenda-Agencia Andaluza de Promoción Exterior y la Agencia IDEA...
Noticia completa aquí Empresas aeronáuticas norteamericanas conocen las posibilidades de invertir en Andalucía:
Embraer reveals design work on Harpia UAV - Flightglobal
Embraer reveals design work on Harpia UAV Flightglobal Embraer has revealed the first image of a new medium-altitude unmanned air vehicle (UAV) now under development and aimed for the Brazilian defence and security market - at least initially. The twin-boomed aircraft is being developed by the Harpia joint ... |
First A350 XWB fuselage section begins sea journey from Premium AEROTEC in Nordenham to Hamburg
Augsburg/Nordenham, 10 November 2011
The fuselage section takes about 12 hours to be shipped to Hamburg. On arrival, Airbus will equip it with system installations and prepare it for final assembly, which will take place in Toulouse, France.
The outer skin of the A350 XWB fuselage is made of carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), which is increasingly becoming the material of choice for aerostructures thanks to its low weight and excellent corrosion-free properties. Premium AEROTEC’s upcoming deliveries within its A350 XWB work packages will be decisive landmarks in the shift from predominantly metal-based aircraft construction to CFRP technology. Beyond fuselage section 13/14 Premium AEROTEC is also responsible in particular for the rear-fuselage side shells (sections 16-18), the floor structure and the pressure bulkhead of this rear fuselage module in this new aircraft generation.
Premium AEROTEC generated revenues of about 1.3 billion euros in 2010. Its core business is the development and manufacturing of metal and carbon composite aerostructures and the associated equipment and production systems. The company has production plants in Augsburg, Bremen, Nordenham and Varel in Germany, and in Braşov, Romania.
Boeing Begins Work on 1,000th 777. 777 program reaches milestone faster than any other twin-aisle airplane
Emirates is the largest 777 customer with 95 777s currently in its fleet; the 1,000th 777 will be its 102nd.
Production began with loading of the 97-foot (29.5 meter) wing spar – the main support structure for the wing – into a giant tool that automatically drills, measures and installs more than 5,000 fasteners into the spar. The spar components are built in Auburn, Wash., by Boeing Fabrication employees.
"We reached this milestone in only 16 years, eight years sooner than the runner up the 747, because of the enormous popularity of the airplane by the airlines that operate it, and the passengers who fly on it," said Larry Loftis, vice president and general manager of the 777 program. "Sixty-four airlines have ordered 1,295 777s. The numbers prove that the 777 is the world's preferred airplane. In fact, it's preferred 1,000 times over."
A ceremony to mark the start of production was held today in Everett. Additional employee thank-you events will be held as the airplane moves through the 49-day build process.
"We couldn't have reached this milestone without the innovation and inspiration of the thousands of employees here at Boeing and at the more than 500 suppliers around the globe that build the 777," Loftis said. "We thank them and honor them for their contribution to aviation history," he said.
Boeing Receives US Navy Contract to Develop New Mission Computer for Super Hornet and Growler
The Type 4 Advanced Mission Computer (AMC) will replace the current Type 3 on the Super Hornet and Growler aircraft, both of which are manufactured by Boeing. The new hardware will increase aircraft performance, address obsolescence issues, and improve image- and mission-processing functions.
"This contract will allow Boeing to increase warfighting capabilities for both domestic and international customers," said Tom Mantia, AMC Type 4 program manager for Boeing.
"Warfighters have a lot to gain from this new system because they will be better positioned for future Navy Flightplan capability upgrades," said Kevin Fogarty, Boeing director of F/A-18 and EA-18G Mission Systems. "This contract results from a tremendous amount of teamwork among our Navy customer, industry partners and Boeing."
The Flightplan is the U.S. Navy's technology insertion plan to ensure that the Super Hornet and Growler remain ahead of future threats.
The new AMC contract allows for future options. A production contract is expected in 2012
Northrop to fix costly B-2A structural problem - Flightglobal
Redesign Promises to Reduce Maintenance Costs, Improve Aircraft Availability
PALMDALE, Calif., Nov. 9, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) recently won a $109 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to produce a redesigned aft deck for the B-2 stealth bomber, further enhancing the world's most survivable aircraft.
The B-2 Spirit's aft deck, a metallic panel on the bomber's upper surface that shields its composite airframe from the heat of engine exhaust, will be redesigned for long-term reliability and affordability. The retrofit will enable the aircraft to span normal long-term maintenance cycles without additional services or repairs.
The newly redesigned structure reflects Northrop Grumman's thorough thermal and structural analysis of the aft deck, its adjoining structures and the operating environment.
"Implementing a redesigned aft deck is an important part of guaranteeing the long-term viability of the B-2," said Dave Mazur, Northrop Grumman's vice president of Long Range Strike and B-2 program manager. "We are committed to assisting the Air Force in developing and implementing proactive solutions that are in the best interest of the B-2 fleet."
The aft deck enhancement is the latest spares replacement the Air Force, Northrop Grumman and its suppliers have undertaken to ensure the B-2 remains one of the most survivable weapons systems in the world.
"The B-2 industry team is working closely with the U.S. Air Force and the Defense Logistics Agency to improve aircraft availability," said Gary Roehrig, director and program manager for B-2 Product Support. "This is a complex effort, but it's key to fully equipping the warfighter."
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber remains the only long-range, large-payload aircraft that can penetrate deeply into protected airspace. In concert with the Air Force's air superiority fleet, which provides airspace control, and the Air Force's tanker refueling fleet, which enables global mobility, the B-2 helps ensure an effective U.S. response to threats anywhere in the world. It can fly more than 6,000 nautical miles unrefueled and more than 10,000 nautical miles with just one aerial refueling, giving it the ability to reach any point on the globe within hours.
Work will be conducted at Northrop Grumman facilities in Palmdale, Calif., and St. Augustine, Fla. Northrop Grumman is the Air Force's prime contractor for the B-2, the flagship of the nation's long range strike arsenal.
Northrop Grumman is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Please visit www.northropgrumman.com for more information.
EADS amenaza con sacar de España su I+D tras no recibir ayudas del CDTI
EADS amenaza con sacar de España su I+D tras no recibir ayudas del ... Diario de Sevilla Ambos implicaban de forma conjunta a los tres tier one españoles -empresas de primer nivel-, Aernnova, Alestis y Aciturri, así como a otras empresas de la cadena de suministros de EADS. De los 42 proyectos presentados a la convocatoria del programa ... y más » |
Eurocopter in the Middle East: Meeting the needs of a growing, evolving market with a long-term commitment to product excellence and cooperation
Eurocopter's participation at the 2011 Dubai Airshow will underscore its market leadership in the Middle East with a competitive, capable helicopter product line, as well as the company's dedication to a continued local presence through partnerships and cooperation.
With more than 600 rotary-wing aircraft currently in service throughout the Middle East, Eurocopter helicopters are performing a full range of missions in daily service, from homeland defense and security to law enforcement, VIP transport, utility and offshore airlift for the oil and gas industry.
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"In a region where loyalty and confidence are important qualities, Eurocopter will build on its proven relationship of more than 30 years with governmental, military, parapublic and civilian operators throughout the region," explained Xavier Hay, the Eurocopter Vice-President for Middle East and Africa. "As part of our long-term commitment to this market, Eurocopter also stands ready to broaden its strategy of cooperation and teaming with partners for helicopter fleet modernization, overhaul and maintenance – which today includes the Helicopter Field Service International affiliate in Saudi Arabia and a maintenance center in Abu Dhabi with Falcon Aviation Services."
Eurocopter will exhibit five helicopters at the Dubai Airshow during this biennial event held November 13-17, highlighting the company's product line that meets current and future market needs in the region: the NH90, EC725, EC175, EC145 T2, and AS350 B3.
The NH90 and EC725 respond to the Middle East's evolving requirements for state-ofthe-art helicopters in maritime surveillance, anti-piracy, security, search and rescue, border patrol and transport duties. Along with the AS565 Panther, these rotary-wing aircraft provide a mission-ready family for the full range of operational scenarios in the market.
Eurocopter's EC175 is the world's newest medium twin-engine helicopter, designed from the start for demanding airlift missions in support of the offshore oil and gas industry. As the roomiest, safest and most comfortable rotary-wing aircraft in its class, deliveries of the EC175 are to begin to international customers at the end of 2012.
The EC145 T2 is Eurocopter's evolved version of the popular twin-engine EC145, incorporating new Arriel 2E engines, along with the company's Fenestron shrouded tail rotor, upgraded main and tail rotor gear boxes, new digital avionics suite and a 4-axis autopilot. It is tailored for the Middle East's emerging needs in law enforcement, border surveillance, medical airlift and other missions.
Also included in Eurocopter's static display at the Dubai Airshow will be an AS350 B3 operated by helidubai, which is equipped for such multi-role operations as filming, emergency medical airlift, scenic flights and VIP transport. It is one of three AS350 B3s operated by this premium provider of helicopter services in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. As part of the AS350 B3's participation in the Dubai Airshow, an aerial tour movie of Dubai filmed by helidubai at day and night will be screened on the Eurocopter exhibit stand.
Eurocopter will be exhibiting in West Hall at stand W860 and at Eads static exhibition.
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Proposed Rules For Exports Protect Stealth
The move would modify the U.S. Munitions List for what is known as “Category VIII,” which covers aircraft. The change would free up generic parts, components, accessories and attachments for export “regardless of their significance to maintaining a military advantage for the United States,” according to a Nov. 7 notice in the federal register. Those parts would be transferred from the State Department-managed munitions list to a list governed by the Commerce Department.
But the proposed rule does exempt parts “specifically designed” for certain aircraft with stealth technology, including the B-1B bomber, the B-2, the F-15 Silent Eagle, the F/A-18 E/F/G, the F-22 Raptor, the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the F-117 Nighthawk. The exemption also includes U.S. technology demonstrators...
No Fly Zones - On The Moon?
Navy To Arm NGC-Built Fire Scout Unmanned Helicopter
La Generalitat expedienta a Aena por el apagón de El Prat
Barcelona.- La consejería de Interior de la Generalitat de Cataluña ha abierto un expediente informativo al aeropuerto de Barcelona y a Aena por no avisar el día anterior del corte en el suministro eléctrico que afectó la iluminación de algunas pistas, lo que impidió activar el plan de emergencias aéreas.
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El Aeropuerto de Barcelona-El Prat aplicó el procedimiento establecido en casos de averías técnicas como la sucedida anoche
Smart health monitoring system to reduce costs
Constellium partners with Dassault Aviation to develop the “Eco-Efficient Aluminum for Aircraft” Project within the Clean Sky Research Programme
The European Programme Clean Sky has officially launched the
"Eco-Efficient Aluminum for Aircraft" (ECEFA) project resulting from a
Call for Proposal of the Eco-Design for Airframe Integrated Technology
Demonstrator (ITD)* coordinated by Dassault Aviation.
ECEFA will develop an advanced aluminum product primarily for civil
aircraft fuselage skin
applications. With a starting point of 10% density reduction compared
to current solutions, this
new product is expected to offer further weight savings through design
re-optimization. It also
offers both physical and mechanical performances allowing for
significantly reduced fuselage
wall thickness, durability of the aerostructure and use of
eco-friendly surface treatments. The
project is conducted at Constellium's Research Centre in Voreppe, France.
The overarching target of Clean Sky, through its €1.6 billion ($2.2
billion) public-private
research effort, is to provide solutions which minimize the impact of
aviation on the
environment. "The ECEFA project represents a step change in terms of
eco-efficient airframe.
Aluminum can make the difference" says Christophe Villemin, President
of Constellium's
Global Aerospace Division.
Clean Sky-supported innovations are notably designed to meet
recommendations from the
Advisory Council for Aeronautics Research in Europe (ACARE) to lower
CO2 emissions. In that
specific regard, weight performance is considered a critical area of
research and improvement.
"The ECEFA project is rightly seen as a benefit for OEMs, as it
addresses increased ecoefficiency
requirements while offering other significant advantages, such as the
reduction of
maintenance operations," adds Villemin.
ECEFA's total budget amounts to €473,000 and is supported by Clean Sky
at 50%. Following
lab trials and two initial campaigns at industrial scale, ECEFA's
ambition is to increase
proposed technology readiness. A series of tolerance tests shall be
conducted in order to
better understand its potential and ability to meet airframers' requirements.
About Clean Sky
Clean Sky, a Public Private Partnership between the European
Commission and the Aeronautical Industry, was
set up to bring significant step changes regarding the environmental
impact of aviation. Clean Sky will speed up
technological breakthrough developments and shorten the time to market
for new and cleaner solutions tested on
full scale demonstrators, thus contributing significantly to reducing
the environmental footprint of aviation (i.e.
emissions and noise reduction but also green life cycle) for our
future generations.
Clean Sky is made up of 6 Integrated Technology Demonstrators.
• SMART Fixed Wing Aircraft will deliver active wing technologies and
new aircraft configuration for
breakthrough, news products.
• Green Regional Aircraft will deliver low-weight aircraft using smart
structures, as well as low external
noise configurations and the integration of technology developed in
other ITDs, such as engines, energy
management and new system architectures.
• Green Rotorcraft will deliver innovative rotor blades and engine
installation for noise reduction, lower
airframe drag, integration of diesel engine technology and advanced
electrical systems for elimination of
noxious hydraulic fluids and fuel consumption reduction.
• Sustainable and Green Engines will design and build five engine
demonstrators to integrate
technologies for low noise and lightweight low pressure systems, high
efficiency, low NOx and low
weight cores and novel configurations such as open rotors and intercoolers.
• Systems for Green Operations will focus on all-electrical aircraft
equipment and systems architectures,
thermal management, capabilities for "green" trajectories and mission
and improved ground operations
to give any aircraft the capability to fully exploit the benefits of
Single European Sky.
• Eco-Design will focus on green design and production, withdrawal,
and recycling of aircraft, by optimal
use of raw materials and energies thus improving the environmental
impact of the whole products life
cycle and accelerating compliance with the REACH directive.
* The Eco-Design Integrated Technology Demonstrator is led by Dassault
Aviation (Coordinator) and
Fraunhofer Gesellschaft. Other members of the consortium are:
• Aircraft manufacturers: Airbus, AgustaWestland, Alenia, Eurocopter
and EADS CASA
• Systems suppliers: Safran, Thales and Liebherr
• Six associates selected to participate on Eco-Design for Airframe
all along the duration of Clean Sky:
o Four companies: EADS France, EADS Deutschland, HAI (Hellenic
Aircraft Industry) and IAI (Israel
Aircraft Industries)
o Two clusters: the Netherland Cluster led by Fokker Aerostructures BV
and a cluster led by RUAG
Switzerland Ltd
• Partners committed to a limited period of the project, selected
through calls for proposals.
What happens to Scaled Composites after Burt Rutan?
But Rutan retired from Scaled Composites seven months ago, and moved from southern California's Antelope Valley to a lake on the foothills of northern Idaho's Bitterroot Mountains.
Will Scaled Composites, a Northrop Grumman-owned subsidiary since 2007, carry on its founder's unique tolerance for high-risk research, and succeed?
We had the opportunity to interview Rutan last week, and we broached this topic carefully. We asked him what he hopes Scaled Composites becomes after his departure:
Mejora del comportamiento: EADS publica sus resultados de los nueve primeros meses de 2011
Airbus Delays A350, Ends A340
EADS indicates "termination" of Airbus A340 programme
of the A340 programme" would result in a "positive one-off" of €192
million ($260 million) on its earnings before interest and taxes.
EADS did not provide further details of the cancellation.
full text in: http://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/eads-indicates-termination-of-airbus-a340-programme-364548/