AVIATION MEGAFORCE

N AMA COMMENCES TEST-RUN OF ADS-C/ CPDLC IN NIGERIAN AIRSPACE The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), has begun the test-run of its high profile project-the deployment of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Contract/ Controller Pilot Data Link Communication   (ADS-C/ CPDLC) in the nation’s airspace.   The test-run which commenced last week at the Lagos Area Control Centre (ACC) was witnessed live by the Managing Director of NAMA, Engr. Ibrahim Abdulsalam, accompanied by the Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt Usman Muhtar and the Managing  Director  of Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Engr. Saleh Dunoma.  A successful log-on and communication with airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa Airlines and Emirates Airlines was activated to the admiration and excitement of the aviation CEOs.  Other airlines that have also logged on to the service include Arik Air, Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad...

The Boeing Company has announced  deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the third quarter of 2015. Major program deliveries during the third quarter, including a delivery under operating lease (which is identified by parentheses), were as follows: Major Programs 3rd Quarter 2015 Year-to-Date 2015 Commercial Airplanes Programs 737 126 375 747 4 (1) 13 (1) 767 5 14 777 27 77 787 37 101 Total 199 580 Defense, Space & Security Programs    AEW&C — —    AH-64 Apache (New) 6 18    AH-64 Apache (Remanufactured) 10 33    C-17 Globemaster III 2 5    C-40A — 1    CH-47 Chinook (New) 14 35    CH-47 Chinook (Renewed) 1 6    F-15 Models 3 8    F/A-18 Models 8 28    P-8 Models 4 10    Commercial and Civil Satellites — 1...

“With aviation growing globally at between 4 and 7% annually – which means doubling every ten years – and with growth not coming all from aircraft like the Airbus A380, pressure on the ATM system is going to increase,” said Sir Tim Clark, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates, at the opening conference session. This will put the spotlight on governments to understand the importance of ATM in their overall growth plans so they can ensure air navigation service providers work with their neighbours to develop systems and procedures to allow for future growth. There will be an additional 1.7 billion in Asia by 2030, according to Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports and one of the biggest constraints will be the ATM system. Aviation contributes around a quarter of the entire income to Dubai and this proportion will grow over the coming years. Asia is the fastest growing aviation market in the world “but we are lagging behind,” according to Martin Eran-Tasker, Technical Director of th...

CHICAGO, Oct. 5, 2015/PRNewswire/ --   Dennis Muilenburg, Boeing president and CEO, today commented on the progress being made on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a large free-trade agreement that would support U.S. export growth in some of the world's fast-growing markets. "Free-trade agreements create new opportunities for American companies and their workers. I thank the United States Trade Representative and fellow trade negotiators for their commitment to finalizing this agreement. U.S. companies need to be able to compete and win in global markets to support well-paying jobs at home. It's critical we provide our manufacturers and exporters with the best tools to compete on a level-playing field in markets worldwide. "More than 70 percent of Boeing's commercial airplane revenue last year came from customers outside the United States, while more than 90 percent of our total workforce and 80 percent of our suppliers are based here in the United Sta...

Airline is largest 777 fleet operator in Asia Photos (1) EVERETT  and Cathay Pacific Airways celebrated a significant achievement today with the delivery of the airline’s 70 th  777 aircraft – also the last and 53rd 777-300ER (Extended Range) of its confirmed orders – that has made Cathay Asia’s largest operator of the 777 fleet. With today’s delivery, Cathay Pacific’s 777 aircraft fleet comprises of 53 777-300ERs, 12 777-300s and five 777-200s. The airline is one of the launch customers for the 777X with 21 777-9 airplanes on order. Cathay Pacific took delivery of its first 777-300ER in September 2007. This efficient aircraft allows the airline to modernize its long haul fleet with enhanced operational efficiency and extended range with more environmentally friendly features. “The 777s have played an important role in Cathay Pacific’s fleet modernization and network expansion strategy,” said Ivan Chu, Chief Executive, Cathay Pacific Airways. “We operate the lar...

India to operate advanced AH-64E Apache and CH-47F Chinook Contracts will strengthen Boeing-India relationship Includes training and support to the Indian Air Force Photos (1) The India Ministry of Defence has finalized its order with Boeing  for production, training and support of Apache and Chinook helicopters that will greatly enhance India’s capabilities across a range of military and humanitarian missions. India will receive 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and 15 CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters. Both are the newest models of those aircraft. “This is a milestone in Boeing’s expanding commitment to India,” said Pratyush Kumar, president, Boeing India. “This acquisition enhances the Indian Air Force’s capabilities and offers us an opportunity to further accelerate ‘Make in India.’ Large sections of the Chinook fuselage are already manufactured in India and discussions are ongoing with our Indian partners to make Apache parts.” The Apache is the world’s ...

NASA, Boeing Extend International Space Station Contract Agreement sets the stage for continued cutting edge research and deep space technology development NASA has awarded a key contract to Boeing  the International Space Station’s prime contractor, to continue providing key engineering support services, resources and personnel to the program through  Sept. 30, 2020 . The contract, valued at $1.18 billion, extends for five-years.   NASA and its 16 international partners are analyzing the ability to sustain station operations through 2020. Boeing’s contract includes a task to assess the feasibility of extending the life of the station’s primary structural hardware even further, through the end of 2028. ISS has been continually occupied since Nov. 2, 2000. “This is a continuation of the successful relationship with NASA and 16 partner nations in maintaining the health of the station,” said John Elbon, vice president and general manager, Boeing Space Explorat...