Aviation d’affaires – Info Aéro Québec https://infoaeroquebec.net Toutes les nouvelles et l'Information aéronautique à un seul endroit. Articles, Éditoriaux, chroniques et communiqués de presse couvrant l'actualité. Thu, 02 Apr 2020 18:10:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.18 COVID-19 : Boeing poursuit sa participation aux initiatives de redressement et de secours https://infoaeroquebec.net/covid-19-boeing-poursuit-sa-participation-aux-initiatives-de-redressement-et-de-secours/ Thu, 02 Apr 2020 18:10:18 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29181 Boeing continue d’apporter son soutien aux communautés où le Groupe est implanté, ainsi qu’aux héroïques professionnels de santé qui travaillent sans relâche pour mettre un terme à la pandémie de COVID-19. Plusieurs mesures supplémentaires ont été prises en vue de soutenir les efforts de redressement et de secours :

  • Boeing va utiliser ses moyens d’impression en 3D dans plusieurs usines situées aux États-Unis afin de fabriquer des masques pour ceux qui interviennent en première ligne dans la lutte contre le virus. Notre objectif de production initial porte sur plusieurs milliers de masques par semaine, avant d’augmenter successivement les cadences. Boeing dispose de machines de fabrication additive à Saint-Louis (Missouri), El Segundo (Californie), Mesa (Arizona), Huntsville (Alabama) et Philadelphie (Pennsylvanie). Ces sites seront mis à contribution dans le cadre de cette première campagne de fabrication tant qu’ils seront opérationnels, conformément aux ordonnances fédérales, étatiques et locales applicables à la santé et la sécurité des employés de Boeing.
  • Boeing a également proposé la mise à disposition de son Dreamlifter, l’un des plus gros avions Cargo au monde, dans le but de transporter les fournitures essentielles dont les professionnels de santé ont besoin en urgence. Nous collaborons étroitement avec les responsables gouvernementaux pour définir la meilleure façon d’apporter notre soutien.
  • À ce jour, Boeing a fait don de plusieurs dizaines de milliers de masques, gants de protection et autres équipements à des hôpitaux qui en avaient besoin. Par ailleurs, nous étudions d’autres moyens de mettre notre expertise en matière d’ingénierie, fabrication et logistique au service de la lutte contre le virus COVID-19.

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GAMA Welcomes Three New Memberships https://infoaeroquebec.net/gama-welcomes-three-new-memberships/ Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:08:05 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29170 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced the addition of Epic Aircraft as a Member and Calnetix Technologies and XTI Aircraft Company as Associate Members EPIC.

Epic Aircraft was founded in 2004. They specialize in the design and manufacture of high performance, all carbon-fiber, six-seat single-engine turboprop aircraft. The company conducts all engineering, manufacturing and administrative operations from its Bend, Oregon, headquarters.

Calnetix Technologies is headquartered in Cerritos, California, and was founded in 1998. They are developing integrated systems composed of high power density electric motors, compact silicon carbide (SiC) power electronics and high-speed permanent magnet generators for electric and hybrid electric propulsion systems.

XTI Aircraft Company is based in Englewood, Colorado. They design and develop fixed-wing aircraft with ducted fans that pivot to provide vertical take-off and landing capability and forward propulsion.

For more information about GAMA membership criteria visit gama.aero.

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Embraer’s new, enhanced Phenom 300E receives ANAC, EASA and FAA approval, achieving triple-certification https://infoaeroquebec.net/embraers-new-enhanced-phenom-300e-receives-anac-easa-and-faa-approval-achieving-triple-certification/ Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:03:51 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29167

MELBOURNE, Fla., March 27, 2020  Embraer Executive Jets announced that the new Phenom 300E — the fastest and longest-ranged single-pilot jet, capable of reaching Mach 0.80 — was granted its Type Certificate by ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil), EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) and the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). The new Phenom 300E is the most enhanced version of the Phenom 300 series, which was the most delivered business jet series in the 2010s. With its modern, clean-sheet design, best-in-class performance, exceptional comfort and excellent utility, the new Phenom 300E sets the standard for the light jet category.

The new Phenom 300E achieved its certification goals with an intracontinental range of 2,010 nautical miles (or 3,723 km, considering NBAA IFR reserves with 5 passengers), a high-speed cruise of 464 ktas, a maximum payload of 2,636 lb (1,196 kg), a takeoff distance of only 3,209 ft (978 m) and an unfactored landing distance of 2,212 ft (674 m). In addition, the new Phenom 300E received both avionics upgrades and enhancements that lowered cabin noise levels.

“The triple-certification by ANAC, EASA and the FAA reaffirms the position of the Phenom 300 series as the best light jet ever made, offering the ultimate experience in business aviation,” said Michael Amalfitano, President & CEO, Embraer Executive Jets. “Phenom 300E owners can be assured of the jet’s performance, with our ongoing commitment to unparalleled technology, safety and comfort.”

The enhanced Phenom 300E will be available for delivery starting in the second quarter. The aircraft offers more speed and is now capable of reaching Mach 0.80. It also received an avionics upgrade to include a runway overrun awareness and alerting system (ROAAS), predictive windshear, Emergency Descent Mode, PERF, TOLD, and FAA Datacom, among others. Embraer is the first and only OEM in business aviation to develop and certify a runway overrun awareness and alerting system (ROAAS).

In the cockpit, pilot and co-pilot seat tracking has been increased almost 40%, providing additional legroom. The cockpit enables single-pilot operation and offers the advanced Prodigy Touch Flight Deck, based on the acclaimed Garmin 3000 avionics suite. The avionics enhance situational awareness with clear information about speed, altitude, fuel, engine performance and other flight parameters. Aditionally, the Phenom 300E offers 4G connectivity via Gogo AVANCE L5.

Passengers can enjoy the best cabin altitude in the category (6,600 ft at FL450) along with a generously-sized baggage compartment. Along with Embraer’s iconic airstair and oversized windows, the 17-ft-2-in-long Oval Lite® cabin features new enhancements that reduce cabin noise, plus the already significant head room and aisle space for truly exceptional in-flight comfort. First created for the Praetor 600, the optional Bossa Nova Edition interior  which won best interior design at the 2019 International Yacht & Aviation Awards — is now available in the Phenom 300E. The forward-thinking cabin design also includes a cutting-edge “backbone of technology” with adjustable lighting, touchscreen monitors and patented flush gaspers. Multiple zones of personalization and the nice® HD by Lufthansa Technik, an advanced cabin control system that offers portable device integration and wireless audio/video streaming, further add to the sophisticated interior. The highly-convenient features that the jet carries down from a segment above include single-point refueling, an externally serviced lavatory and an airstair.

Link to images: https://eej.imagerelay.com/fl/c238d62c40934b98ba203f415b98b10c

About Embraer Executive Jets

Embraer is a global company that boldly and consistently revolutionizes the aviation industry — and has done so since the company’s inception more than 50 years ago — by offering innovative products and solutions that help its customers outperform. The executive jet division delivers the ultimate experience in business aviation through aircraft that feature disruptive performance, comfort and technology. Its portfolio consists of the entry-level Phenom 100EV, the light Phenom 300E, the midsize Praetor 500 and the super-midsize Praetor 600. The fleet exceeds 1,400 aircraft, comprised of clean sheet designs and derivative products, operating in more than 70 countries, which are supported by a top-ranked customer support network. For more information, visit executive.embraer.com.

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NBAA Marks Passing of Aviation Pioneer Joe Clark https://infoaeroquebec.net/nbaa-marks-passing-of-aviation-pioneer-joe-clark/ Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:43:44 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29161 Washington, DC, March 30, 2020 – NBAA is saddened to learn of the passing today of blended winglet pioneer Joe Clark, founder and CEO of Aviation Partners, Inc. (API), and chairman of the joint venture Aviation Partners Boeing.

Asked by entrepreneur Dennis Washington to find a method by which his Gulfstream II business jet could fly across the country nonstop, Clark launched API in 1991 to develop and market blended winglet modifications for business and commercial aircraft. Today, the company estimates its winglets have saved the industry in excess of 10 billion gallons of fuel.

“Joe found extraordinary joy in all things aviation,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “His legacy will long be visible on the thousands of business and commercial aircraft fitted with his winglets to increase performance and efficiency, while also reducing carbon emissions. It will also be deeply felt by the thousands of individuals and aviation organizations Joe touched in his remarkable lifetime. Although Joe has left us too soon, his vision, passion and humanity will continue to take our industry farther and do so more sustainably.”

API’s blended winglets and split-scimitar winglets are installed on a wide variety of business aircraft, including the Dassault Falcon 50, 900 and 2000; Hawker 800 and 800XP; and Boeing Business Jet, as well as on Boeing 737, 757 and 767 commercial aircraft.

In 2015, NBAA honored Clark with its prestigious Meritorious Service to Aviation Award celebrating extraordinary lifelong professional contributions to aviation. For decades, it has been presented to individuals who built the aviation industry, including business aviation. 

View NBAA’s Meritorious Service to Aviation Award video honoring Clarke.

Clark’s passion for aviation began with flying lessons in college and a trip to the 1964 Reno Air Races with his friend Clay Lacy aboard a Lear 23 business jet. Two years later, Clark founded Jet Air, the first Learjet dealership in the Northwest.

He was later named vice president of sales for aircraft modification specialist Raisbeck Engineering. Clark also cofounded regional carrier Horizon Air, which later became part of Alaska Airlines, and Avstar, Inc., a system to market business aircraft previously used for military training.

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Face à la prolifération du virus COVID-19, Boeing annonce la suspension à titre provisoire des activités de production dans la région de Seattle https://infoaeroquebec.net/face-a-la-proliferation-du-virus-covid-19-boeing-annonce-la-suspension-a-titre-provisoire-des-activites-de-production-dans-la-region-de-seattle/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:07:04 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29159 Boeing met tout en œuvre pour suspendre temporairement ses activités de façon sûre et méthodique.

– Les sites du Puget Sound cesseront leurs activités à titre provisoire pendant 14 jours à compter du 25 mars.

CHICAGO, le 23 mars 2020 — Boeing [NYSE: BA]  annonce ce jour la suspension temporaire des activités de production dans ses usines du Puget Sound (autour de Seattle) en raison de l’état d’urgence proclamé dans l’État de Washington, et suite à son évaluation continue de la situation et à l’accélération de la propagation du coronavirus dans la région. Ces mesures prises dans le but d’assurer le bien-être des employés de Boeing, de leurs familles et de la communauté locale prévoient l’arrêt méthodique de la production conformément aux exigences de ses clients.

Boeing a décidé de réduire ses activités de production dès aujourd’hui et envisage leur suspension à partir du mercredi 25 mars sur les sites de la région du Puget Sound. La suspension des activités de production durera 14 jours, pendant lesquels Boeing continuera d’observer les directives du gouvernement, ainsi que les mesures concernant le virus COVID-19 et ses répercussions sur l’ensemble des opérations du Groupe. Au cours de cette période, nous procèderons à des opérations supplémentaires de nettoyage en profondeur sur les sites concernés et établirons des critères rigoureux en vue de la reprise du travail.

« Cette mesure nécessaire a pour but de protéger nos employés et les communautés où ils travaillent et vivent », a déclaré Dave Calhoun, président-directeur général de Boeing. « Nous continuons de travailler en étroite collaboration avec les autorités responsables de la santé publique, et sommes en contact avec nos clients, nos fournisseurs et tous nos partenaires concernés par cette suspension temporaire. Nous regrettons les difficultés qu’implique cette décision pour ces entreprises, ainsi que pour nos employés, mais il est vital de préserver la santé et la sécurité de tous ceux qui prennent part au développement de nos produits et services, ainsi que de contribuer à l’effort national entrepris contre la propagation du virus COVID-19. »

Les employés des sites de production sont invités à se présenter aujourd’hui à leur poste de travail ; ils recevront ultérieurement des instructions concernant leur activité dans le cadre de ce processus de suspension de l’activité.

Les employés de la région du Puget Sound qui peuvent travailler à domicile poursuivront leur activité en télétravail. Ceux qui ne peuvent pas travailler à distance recevront une indemnité pendant les 10 premiers jours ouvrables de la période de suspension — soit le double de la politique en vigueur au sein du Groupe —, ce qui permettra de couvrir la période de suspension fixée à 14 jours civils.

« Nos employés, nos clients et les partenaires de notre chaîne des fournisseurs demeurent la première de nos priorités lorsque nous évaluons l’évolution de la situation », a ajouté David Calhoun. « C’est une période sans précédent pour les entreprises et les communautés du monde entier ».

Lorsque la suspension sera levée, Boeing appliquera une approche méthodique pour relancer la production en mettant l’accent sur la sécurité, la qualité et le respect des engagements pris vis-à-vis de ses clients. Pour le secteur aéronautique, il s’agira d’une étape capitale vers la reprise.

Boeing met tout en œuvre pour minimiser les conséquences de cette suspension sur sa capacité à exécuter et soutenir ses programmes militaires et spatiaux, ainsi qu’à maintenir le niveau de préparation opérationnelle que requièrent ses clients du secteur de la défense pour accomplir leurs missions vitales. Au cours des prochains jours, Boeing travaillera en étroite collaboration avec ces clients pour élaborer des plans garantissant le soutien dont ils ont besoin tout au long de cette période. Les opérations de distribution critiques menées au bénéfice des compagnies aériennes, des clients gouvernementaux et du secteur MRO (maintenance, réparation et révision) se poursuivront.

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Boeing to Hold Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders https://infoaeroquebec.net/boeing-to-hold-virtual-annual-meeting-of-shareholders/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 10:55:24 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29152 CHICAGO, March 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] will host its 2020 annual meeting of shareholders virtually due to the public health impact of the coronavirus pandemic and to prioritize the health and well-being of meeting participants.

The 2020 annual meeting of shareholders will be held in a virtual format only at 9 a.m. Central time on April 27, 2020. Shareholders will not be able to attend the 2020 annual meeting in person.

Shareholders at the close of business on the record date, February 27, 2020, are entitled to attend the annual meeting. To be admitted to the meeting at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/BA2020, shareholders must enter the 16-digit voting control number found on their proxy card, voting instruction form, notice of internet availability of proxy materials or email previously received. Closed captioning will be provided for the duration of the virtual meeting. 

Please note that the proxy card and voting instruction form included with previously-distributed proxy materials will not be updated to reflect the change from an in-person meeting to a virtual-only meeting and may be used to vote shares in connection with the annual meeting. 

Whether or not shareholders plan to attend the virtual-only annual meeting, Boeing urges shareholders to vote and submit their proxies in advance of the meeting by one of the methods described in the proxy materials.

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Boeing Announces Leadership Changes https://infoaeroquebec.net/boeing-announces-leadership-changes/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 18:05:58 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29125 David L. Calhoun Named President and CEO

Lawrence W. Kellner to Become Chairman of the Board

New Leadership to Bring Renewed Commitment to Transparency and Better Communication With Regulators and Customers in Safely Returning the 737 MAX to Service

CHICAGO, Dec. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced today that its Board of Directors has named current Chairman, David L. Calhoun, as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective January 13, 2020. Mr. Calhoun will remain a member of the Board. In addition, Board member Lawrence W. Kellner will become non-executive Chairman of the Board effective immediately. 

The Company also announced that Dennis A. Muilenburg has resigned from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Board director effective immediately. Boeing Chief Financial Officer Greg Smith will serve as interim CEO during the brief transition period, while Mr. Calhoun exits his non-Boeing commitments.

The Board of Directors decided that a change in leadership was necessary to restore confidence in the Company moving forward as it works to repair relationships with regulators, customers, and all other stakeholders. 

Under the Company’s new leadership, Boeing will operate with a renewed commitment to full transparency, including effective and proactive communication with the FAA, other global regulators and its customers. 

“On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I am pleased that Dave has agreed to lead Boeing at this critical juncture,” Mr. Kellner said.  He added, “Dave has deep industry experience and a proven track record of strong leadership, and he recognizes the challenges we must confront. The Board and I look forward to working with him and the rest of the Boeing team to ensure that today marks a new way forward for our company.”

Mr. Calhoun said, “I strongly believe in the future of Boeing and the 737 MAX. I am honored to lead this great company and the 150,000 dedicated employees who are working hard to create the future of aviation.”

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Boeing Appoints Golightly to Lead Communications https://infoaeroquebec.net/boeing-appoints-golightly-to-lead-communications/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 18:01:52 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29123 CHICAGO, Dec. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) today named Niel Golightly as the company’s senior vice president of Communications, effective Jan. 1, 2020. He succeeds Anne Toulouse, who previously announced her plans to retire in early 2020.

Golightly, 61, will report to interim CEO Greg Smith initially, and then to President and CEO David Calhoun from Jan. 13 onward. Golightly will serve on the company’s executive council and be based in Chicago.

“Niel is a world-class communications professional with deep knowledge, expertise and relationships acquired over an accomplished career in both the private and public sectors,” said Smith. “Importantly, he shares our values of safety, quality and integrity, and as a former Navy fighter pilot, Niel brings a deep passion for aerospace and Boeing’s mission. We are excited to welcome Niel to the team as we work together to safely return the 737 MAX to service, restore trust with our key stakeholders around the globe, and continue to build our future.”  

Golightly joins Boeing from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), where since 2018 he served as global chief communications officer. In that role he was responsible for developing and implementing FCA’s overarching corporate communications strategy, overseeing media relations, leadership and employee communications, and working alongside the company’s CEO and leadership team.

Golightly has 25 years of communications and strategy experience, holding leadership roles with a number of large, global industrial companies including FCA, Royal Dutch Shell and Ford Motor Company. Prior to his corporate experience, Golightly served for 14 years in the U.S. Navy, including as a fighter pilot and as speechwriter to the Secretary of the Navy and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

He received a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Cornell University and later studied at the University of Konstanz in Germany as a Navy Olmsted Scholar.

Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes, defense, space and security systems, and global services. As the top U.S. exporter, the company supports commercial and government customers in more than 150 countries. Boeing employs more than 150,000 people worldwide 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.

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J. Michael Luttig to Retire from Boeing at Year End https://infoaeroquebec.net/j-michael-luttig-to-retire-from-boeing-at-year-end/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 17:58:47 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29121 CHICAGO, Dec. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) announced today that J. Michael Luttig, 65, valued Counselor and Senior Advisor to the Boeing Board of Directors, has informed the Board of his long-considered retirement at year end.

Luttig, who served as Boeing’s General Counsel from 2006 until assuming his current responsibilities in May 2019, has been managing legal matters associated with the Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 accidents, and advising the Board on strategic matters.

“Judge Luttig is one of the finest legal minds in the Nation and he has expertly and tirelessly guided our company as General Counsel, Counselor, and Senior Advisor,” said Interim Boeing President and CEO Greg Smith. “We are deeply indebted to Judge Luttig for his extraordinary service to Boeing over these nearly 14 years, especially through this past, challenging year for our company,” said Smith. “The Board and I will always be grateful for the Judge’s remarkable service to The Boeing Company – and I will personally always be grateful for his friendship.”

Luttig joined Boeing after serving 15 years on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Prior to his appointment to the Federal Bench, Luttig served as Assistant Attorney General and Counselor to the Attorney General of the United States. Luttig worked at The White House from 1981-82 under President Ronald Reagan. From 1982 to 1985, he served as a law clerk to then-Judge Antonin Scalia of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and thereafter as a law clerk and then as Special Assistant to the Chief Justice of the United States.

“It has been an honor to serve as Boeing’s General Counsel and as Counselor and Senior Advisor to the Boeing Board of Directors,” said Luttig. “I will be eternally grateful to The Boeing Company, to the Boeing Board of Directors, to CEOs Dennis Muilenburg and Jim McNerney, and to former Lead Director Ken Duberstein for the opportunity and the privilege to serve this great company and the extraordinary men and women who, together, are The Boeing Company. My respect and admiration for these very special men and women – whom I am proud to call my friends — and for The Boeing Company, is endless.”

Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes, defense, space and security systems, and global services. As the top U.S. exporter, the company supports commercial and government customers in more than 150 countries. Boeing employs more than 150,000 people worldwide 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.

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Boeing Announces Fourth-Quarter Deliveries https://infoaeroquebec.net/boeing-announces-fourth-quarter-deliveries/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 17:55:33 +0000 http://infoaeroquebec.net/?p=29119 CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] announced today deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the fourth quarter of 2019.

Major program deliveries during the fourth quarter, including deliveries under operating lease (which are identified by parentheses) were as follows:

Major Programs4th Quarter 
2019
Year-to-
Date 2019
Commercial Airplanes Programs
7379127
74727
7671143
77712(1)45(2)
78745158
Total79380
Defense, Space & Security Programs
AH-64 Apache (New)1037
AH-64 Apache (Remanufactured)1874
C-17 Globemaster III1
C-40A2
CH-47 Chinook (New)13
CH-47 Chinook (Renewed)622
F-15 Models411
F/A-18 Models723
KC-46 Tanker728
P-8 Models418
Commercial and Civil Satellites12
Military Satellites
Note: Delivery information is not considered final until quarterly financial results are issued.

SOURCE Boeing

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