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AERO Fiedrichshafen post poned until summer
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https://www.aero-expo.com/aero-en/news/AERO-2021-to-be-held-in-the-summer.php
AERO 2021 TO BE HELD IN THE SUMMER
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Global Show for General Aviation will be unable to start as planned on April 21, 2021 on the exhibition grounds in Friedrichshafen. "Following the cancellation of the event last year, the uncertainties surrounding the pandemic coupled with the renewed lockdown extension unfortunately mean that AERO Friedrichshafen will have to be postponed. With the aim of creating clear parameters for all our customers and partners, we have now decided at this relatively early stage to hold our upcoming AERO as a summer edition from July 14 to July 17, 2021, in Friedrichshafen,” stated Messe Friedrichshafen CEO Klaus Wellmann.
Head of AERO Roland Bosch and project manager Tobias Bretzel explained the course correction as follows: "A few weeks ago we started off the new year with confidence and hope. Metaphorically speaking, it was clear flying for the first few days, but we now find ourselves faced, once again, with a thick fog on the landing runway. In fact, we are already able to forecast that it will not be possible to hold AERO 2021 as an international trade show in April as planned. However, the large overall number of bookings and the very positive feedback that we have received about AERO have encouraged us to plan a summer edition of the event for July. While we are fully aware that this will be yet another challenge for all of us, we are very confident that we are doing the right thing. Indeed, we view this revamp as a great opportunity to stage this all-important gathering of the entire GA family in pleasant summer conditions.”
The idea of a summer edition of AERO has already received prominent endorsements from within the industry. "AERO Friedrichshafen provides the global general aviation industry the opportunity to showcase its latest innovations. It has also become a premier setting for discussions about the current affairs and future of the industry in Europe. GAMA looks forward to our continued participation in this valuable general aviation expo - also at the upcoming summer edition from 14th - 17th July 2021”, explained Pete Bunce, President and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). Walter Da Costa - Chief Sales Officer (CSO) Tecnam Aircraft stated: "As safety is our mantra, Tecnam is happy to support AERO Germany in its decision of postponing the event in summertime. We hope that the difficult days will be gone and this could revamp the General Aviation community in a further step forward. For sure we all will be back stronger than ever." Trevor Pegrum, Garmin Aviation Sales and Marketing Manager, Europe agrees: "We applaud AERO organizers for shifting the dates of this marquee event after careful deliberation regarding global health considerations, while also understanding the value AERO has for the European Aviation industry. We look forward to participating in AERO this year and in the future years to showcase the latest Garmin products.”
Those exhibitors who already registered for the AERO Friedrichshafen event that was to be held in April will receive detailed information about the new summer edition in the next few days. To streamline our organizational processes, we kindly ask other interested parties to discuss their tradeshow stand participation in the summer edition of AERO with the project team before the end of January, if possible. Additionally, we advise all our patrons and customers to arrange for accommodations as soon as possible, as the Lake Constance region is a popular holiday destination in July, particularly under current circumstances.
The 2021 summer edition of AERO Friedrichshafen will run from July 14 to July 17.
Un nuevo material reducirá de días a minutos la reparación en piezas de aeronáutica
Nota de Prensa
NEOCROSS, como se denomina el nuevo composite, permitirá reducir costes de producción y mantenimiento
Cidetec Surface Engineering está inmerso en el desarrollo de en un nuevo material para la industria aeronáutica y energética que posibilitará una importante reducción de costes de mantenimiento y tiempo. Esta investigación forma parte del proyecto NEOCROSS, cuyo objetivo es desarrollar y ofrecer una nueva generación de composites y adhesivos epoxi de alto rendimiento con capacidades de desensamblado. La fabricación de estos nuevos composites se realizará mediante métodos tradicionales, pero, a diferencia de los actuales, se podrán desensamblar y reparar fácilmente mediante la aplicación de calor y presión en la zona dañada.
Los composites a desarollar en el proyecto NEOCROSS conservan todas las ventajas de los termoestables convencionales -altas prestaciones térmicas y mecánicas-, pero además presentan todas las ventajas de la tecnología 3R desarrollada por Cidetec: reparabilidad, reprocesabilidad y reciclabilidad. Esto es posible gracias a un innovador sistema de resina termoestable que contiene enlaces dinámicos, responsables de las propiedades 3R.
Una de las mayores ventajas que ofrece NEOCROSS consiste en la capacidad de reparación de las piezas fabricadas, que evita la mayoría de los inconvenientes de las actuales tecnologías de reparación de composites. La reparación de este nuevo material se realiza mediante la aplicación de calor y presión con un útil de reparación portátil. Esto supone realizar en minutos operaciones que hasta ahora requerían horas, o incluso días, con una recuperación de propiedades del 100%. Además, el novedoso adhesivo NEOCROSS de desensamblado a la carta permitirá una fácil separación de las partes dañadas permitiendo el desensamblado de las partes delaminadas para su reparación.
Las innovaciones de NEOCROSS conducirán al desarrollo de tecnologías de reparación más rápidas y económicas para delaminaciones de composites, producidas tanto en producción como en servicio, permitiendo también la recuperación de las piezas rechazadas de fabricación. Todo esto supondrá una reducción de costes para las aerolíneas, así como para los fabricantes de aerogeneradores y los centros de mantenimiento.
El proyecto NEOCROSS, “Nuevo composite de matriz epoxi con propiedades reparadoras a través de entrecruzamiento dinámico”, cofinanciado por los países miembros dentro del marco EUREKA y por la Comisión Europea, finalizará en 2023. El proyecto está coordinado por GAIRESA y participan, junto a Cidetec Surface Enginering, SOFITEC, GMI Aero SAS y RESCOLL .
Mini-entrevista:
Entiendo que la matriz es un plástico termo estable y que habéis introducido «algo» que permite reparar los daños ligeros en la superficie, como arañazos, aplicando calor y presión.
Se trata de una resina termoestable pero en cada punto de reticulación tiene un enlace covalente dinámico que bajo presión y calor es capaz de dar reacciones de intercambio con otros enlaces dinámicos permitiendo la maleabilidad de la resina aun estando curada. A diferencia de los materiales termoplásticos, en este caso no se observa un flujo del material sino que se observa un reblandecimiento del mismo. Se trata de un comportamiento similar al que se observa cuando se trabaja el vidrio a altas temperaturas.
En el caso de daños internos, como denominación producida por un impacto, que no es visible a simple vista y necesita ser detectada por ultra sonidos, hasta ahora la solución aplicada era recortar la zona para sanear la delaminación y después parchear. Vuestro material permite detectar estos fallos sin ultra sonidos? Permite repararlo?
Nuestro material permite reparar delaminaciones y arañazos. Permite reparaciones en la que la parte dañada haya sido la resina, nunca la fibra. En cuanto a la detección, nuestro material no permite la detección de fallos. La detección se realiza de la misma manera que en un composite convencional mediante ultrasonidos. La reparación se realiza mediante la aplicación de presión y calor en la zona dañada y mediante ultrasonidos se verifica que la zona ha sido reparada.
Por otro lado el mayor problema para la introducción de nuevos materiales en la industria viene de su caracterización primero, para obtener sus propiedades mecánicas y límites elástico y de rotura, más su certificación… por lo que normalmente un nuevo material se introduce primero en aeronaves ligeras o el zonas sin responsabilidad mecánica, como carenados e interiores. ¿En qué situación estáis frente a esto?
En este sentido se trata de un proyecto en el que se va a validar el concepto de reparación y se van a definir los parámetros y condiciones de reparación. El material lo tenemos bastante caracterizado pero por tal y como dices se trata de un nuevo material y habría que completar la campaña de ensayos de cara a una futura certificación del mismo (estamos trabajando en ello)
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15 More Boeing KC-46 Tankers to Fuel the Air Force into the Future
press release
- New multirole tanker contract brings number of U.S. Air Force orders to 94
- Digitally advanced KC-46 an essential link connecting Air Force to broader battlefield
The U.S. Air Force on Wednesday awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a $2.1 billion contract for 15 KC-46A tankers, expanding its fleet of aircraft that will not only set the standard for aerial refueling but will also help enable the integrated digital battlespace. Like a cellular tower in the sky, the KC-46 connects air forces to data needed to maintain the decision advantage and win on the 21st century battlefield.
“The KC-46’s adaptability is going to be a game-changer for the U.S. Air Force,” said Jamie Burgess, Boeing KC-46 tanker vice president and program manager. “We know our defense customers will need to transform how they fight and win in the modern era. That’s why Boeing is focused on making sure the KC-46 grows and changes with them.”
The KC-46 is a widebody, multirole tanker designed for state-of-the-art air refueling, cargo and medical transport. Boeing is now on contract for 94 KC-46A tankers.
“Our KC-46 fleet is growing, and we’re ready to extend the reach of next-generation air refueling to more of our Airmen,” said Col. Jason Lindsey, U.S. Air Force KC-46 System program manager.
Boeing delivered the first KC-46A to the U.S. Air Force in January 2019. Since then, the company has delivered 42 tankers to McConnell Air Force base in Kansas, Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma, Pease Air National Guard base in New Jersey and Seymour Johnson Air Force base in North Carolina. The next-generation KC-46 is bringing new capabilities and operational flexibility to the U.S. Air Force and international customers.
Boeing is assembling KC-46A aircraft at its Everett, Washington, facility, where it also continues production of the KC-46 tanker for Japan.
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Air New Zealand is teaming up with the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR) to look at the effectiveness of saliva testing in detecting COVID-19.
PRESS RELEASE
Starting next week, Air New Zealand employees who are currently undertaking regular surveillance testing under the Ministry of Health testing order will be invited to participate in the study.
The purpose of this study is to see if a saliva sample is an accurate, easy and acceptable method of detecting COVID-19 compared to the current nasopharyngeal swab test. The study has recently been given the go ahead by the Ministry of Health National Health and Disability Ethics Committee.
Air New Zealand Chief Medical Officer Dr Ben Johnston says the airline is keen to investigate how to make the testing process as simple, easy and comfortable as possible for its crew, pilots and airport staff who are tested on a regular basis.
"It’s great to team up with ESR on this trial to see if a faster and more non-invasive option is available as it’s likely surveillance testing for COVID-19 will be required for some time into the future."
"This study will bring us one step closer to looking at the effectiveness of saliva testing, which would greatly improve the experience for our people who are committed to keeping New Zealanders safe."
ESR Chief Scientist Dr Brett Cowan says Air New Zealand is an ideal partner to test the science of saliva testing.
"Air New Zealand is joining us on this scientific exploration for the benefit of all New Zealanders, so that we may unpack how this tool can or can’t be used in our unique situation and context. This study will go a long way to determining if saliva testing can be added to New Zealand’s toolbox as we look to strengthen our defense against COVID-19."
The study will run over two to three months and will take place alongside the existing nasopharyngeal swab. ESR will compare the accuracy of both the saliva and regular nasopharyngeal in their laboratories.
EASA: European Plan for Aviation Safety 2021-2025 published
https://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/general-publications/european-plan-aviation-safety-2021-2025
This new EPAS edition features the following novelties and highlights:
- Volume I ‘Strategy’: A new section ‘operational context’ is included to provide information on the European aviation system in terms of size, nature and complexity, describing the pre-COVID-19 situation, as well as the impact of the crisis.
- Volume II ‘Actions’ is shaped by the need to alleviate the regulatory burden on stakeholders in response to the unprecedented crisis affecting the entire aviation sector, while maintaining a high, uniform level of aviation safety. For this purpose, action priorities and timelines were reviewed and adjusted in consultation with the Agency’s Advisory Bodies.
- A new Volume III ‘Safety Risk Portfolios’ provides the set of available domain risk portfolios established through the European Safety Risk Management process. It describes the key risk areas and underlying safety issues affecting the European aviation system, identifying those requiring further action. Following an analysis of specific risks and safety issues arising from the current crisis, a dedicated COVID-19 risk portfolio is also provided.
Finally, EPAS 2021-2025 continues to establish a series of actions
for innovative air mobility solutions to create a cleaner, quieter and
more sustainable aviation system. Initiatives include actions to
increase CO2 efficiency, prepare for electric and hybrid propulsion
technology, sustainable aviation fuels, carbon offsetting, as well as
for the development of an environmental label.
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GA-ASI Completes Unmanned Aircraft Anti-Submarine Warfare Demonstration of Sonobuoy Dispensing and Remote Processing
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) recently completed development and test of the world’s first self-contained Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability for an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
On November 24, GA-ASI successfully demonstrated an ‘A’ size sonobuoy carriage, release, process and control from a company-owned MQ-9A Block 5 on a U.S. Navy Pacific test range. Using a SATCOM link, GA-ASI remotely processed bathythermal and acoustic data from deployed ‘A’ size Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording (DIFAR-AN/SSQ-53G), Directional Command Activated Sonobuoy System (DICASS-AN/SSQ-62F) and Bathythermograph (BT-AN/SSQ-36B) sonobuoys and accurately generated a target track in real time from the Laguna Flight Operations Facility located at Yuma Proving Grounds.
The MQ-9A Block 5 successfully deployed one BT, seven DIFAR, and two DICASS buoys to initiate prosecution and continuously track a MK-39 EMATT (Expendable Mobile ASW Training Target) over a three-hour period. Target track was generated using General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada’s industry-leading UYS-505 Sonobuoy Processing Systems. GA-ASI is developing this first-of-its-kind capability for its new MQ-9B SeaGuardian UAS in partnership with the U.S. Navy under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, Md.
“This demonstration is a first for airborne ASW. The successful completion of this testing paves the way for future development of more Anti-Submarine Warfare capabilities from our MQ-9s,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “We look forward to continuing collaboration with the U.S. Navy as they explore innovative options for distributed maritime operations in the undersea domain.”
GA-ASI first demonstrated a sonobuoy remote processing capability in 2017 from an MQ-9A. Since then, GA-ASI has added a Sonobuoy Management & Control System (SMCS) to monitor and control deployed sonobuoys, and developed a pneumatic sonobuoy dispenser system (SDS) capable of safely carrying and deploying 10 U.S. Navy compliant ‘A’ size or 20 ‘G’ size sonobuoys per pod. The MQ-9B SeaGuardian has four wing stations available to carry up to four (4) SDS pods, allowing it to carry and dispense up to 40 ‘A’ size or 80 ‘G’ size sonobuoys, and remotely perform ASW anywhere in the world.
In a standard Maritime ISR and ASW configuration, SeaGuardian’s endurance exceeds 18 hours, encompassing a mission radius of 1200 nautical miles with eight hours of on-station time for submarine prosecution, providing a low-cost complement to manned aircraft for manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) operations. GA-ASI has already received orders for this MQ-9B SeaGuardian ASW capability from two separate foreign customers, and anticipates demand to be extremely strong for the MQ-9B SeaGuardian with its high-end maritime capabilities and low cost relative to legacy manned Maritime platforms.
About GA-ASI
General Atomics-Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than six million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent flight that enables situational awareness and rapid strike. The company also produces a variety of ground control stations and sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas. For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.
Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Read more...
HAI Cancels Heli-Expo 2021 Trade Show
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/general-aviation/2021-01-20/hai-cancels-heli-expo-2021-trade-show
Airbus updates production rates in response to market environment
press release
- Production rates will remain lower for longer
- Single-aisle rates gradually increasing
- No change to widebody production
Airbus SE (Stock exchange symbol: AIR) is updating its production rate planning for its A320 Family aircraft in response to the market environment.
The new average production rates for the A320 Family will now lead to a gradual increase in production from the current rate of 40 per month to 43 in Q3 and 45 in Q4 2021. This latest production plan represents a slower ramp up than the previously anticipated 47 aircraft per month from July.
The A220 monthly production rate will increase from four to five aircraft per month from the end of Q1 2021 as previously foreseen.
Widebody production is expected to remain stable at current levels, with monthly production rates of around five and two for the A350 and A330, respectively. This decision postpones a potential rate increase for the A350 to a later stage.
Airbus continues to monitor the market closely. With these revised rates, Airbus preserves its ability to meet customer demand while protecting its ability to further adapt as the global market evolves. Airbus expects the commercial aircraft market to return to pre-COVID levels by 2023 to 2025. Read more...
Airbus prepares for a strong presence at ‘Aero India 2021’
press release
Airbus will showcase a wide selection of its advanced sustainable aerospace technologies and services at the prestigious ‘Aero India 2021’ exhibition to be held in Bengaluru from February 3 to 5, 2021.
The display will include Airbus’ cutting-edge innovative products along with its customer services and training capabilities. A section will be dedicated to highlight the company’s strategic local industrial partnerships focused on developing a sustainable aerospace ecosystem in the country.
Airbus will exhibit at Stand B.2.6 in Hall B. On display will be scale model of the C295 – medium transport aircraft and there will be digital display of the A330 MRTT – Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft. From Helicopters, there will be scale models of the H225M – the combat-proven multi-role helicopter and the AS565MBe Panther – the all-weather, multi-role force multiplier. A special attraction will be the S850 Radar on a digital platform, a high-power satellite offering extensive SAR capabilities, including the monitoring of a high number of targets with frequent revisits and enhanced performance in a single pass.
“Airbus’ participation at Aero India is a reaffirmation of our commitment to the rapid modernisation and indigenisation of the Indian aerospace and defence sector,” said Rémi Maillard, President and Managing Director, Airbus India & South Asia. “The exhibition is a foremost platform to highlight innovations and technological advancements achieved in this sector, and we are proud to be able to showcase our best products and services to the show.”
Visitors to the Airbus pavilion can learn about the company’s ongoing ‘Make in India’, ‘Skill India’ and ‘Startup India’ initiatives. Airbus is at the forefront of the ‘Make in India’ campaign and the several defence projects that Airbus is participating in hold the promise of thousands of new jobs, skilling of people, technology absorption and supplier ecosystem development.
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BBAM Adds Up to 12 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters
press release
Boeing [NYSE:
BA] and BBAM Limited Partnership today announced the lessor is expanding
its 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter fleet with six firm orders and
six options. The agreement brings BBAM’s 737-800BCF orders and
commitments to 15 and highlights the continued strength of the
e-commerce and express cargo market.
“As we look ahead to
expanding our cargo fleet, the 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter
provides the performance and efficiency our customers need,” said Steve
Zissis, CEO of BBAM. “Adding these highly capable freighters to 276
Boeing airplanes in our managed fleet helps to further strengthen our
leadership position in the marketplace.”
Based on the popular
Next-Generation 737, the 737-800BCF is meeting customer demand for a
newer-generation freighter that offers higher reliability and lower fuel
consumption and operating costs per trip compared to other standard
body freighters. Primarily used to carry express cargo on domestic or
short-haul routes, the airplane is capable of carrying up to 23.9 tonnes
(52,800 pounds) and flying up to 2,025 nautical miles (3,750
kilometers). Since entering service in 2018, the 737-800BCF has won more
than 150 orders and commitments.
“BBAM is one of the industry’s
leading full-service leasing companies and has built their reputation
on smart investments. We are honored that BBAM has selected more
737-800BCFs, based on the success of our standard body freighters in
their portfolio,” said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing’s senior vice president of
Commercial Sales and Marketing. “The continued strong demand for the
737-800BCF demonstrates the critical role these converted freighters
play in the growing express and e-commerce market.”
BBAM is the
world's largest dedicated manager of investments in leased commercial
jet aircraft, providing over 200 airline customers in more than 50
countries with fleet and financing solutions over the last three
decades. BBAM is the only manager in the aircraft leasing industry
focused exclusively on generating investment returns for third-party
investors. BBAM currently has more than $28 billion of assets under
management and employs over 150 professionals at its headquarters in San
Francisco and in additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Zurich, Dublin
and Santiago. For more information about BBAM, please visit its website
at www.bbam.com.
Boeing is
the world's largest aerospace company and leading provider of
commercial airplanes, defense, space and security systems, and global
services. As a top U.S. exporter, the company supports commercial and
government customers in more than 150 countries and leverages the
talents of a global supplier base. Building on a legacy of aerospace
leadership, Boeing continues to lead in technology and innovation,
deliver for its customers and invest in its people and future growth.
Nota de prensa: Iberia compra Air Europa por 500 millones de euros, que se pagarán 6 años después después de cerrar la operación
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