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 In meteorology, a cyclone is an area of closed, circular fluid motion rotating in the same direction as the Earth. This is usually characterized by inward spiraling winds that rotate anti-clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere of the Earth

Transaero temporarily suspend cooperation with Sheremetyevo

Sheremetyevo International Airport and Transaero Airlines have reached a mutual agreement on a temporary suspension of the airline’s services from Sheremetyevo airport from the beginning of the 2014-2015 autumn-winter flight season, while the airport’s northern area is being reconstructed.

This decision is in line with the carrier’s new development strategy, focusing on “rational growth, efficiency and strategic focus” as well as its cost reduction programme. According to the programme, Transaero will focus on operating tourist services with the high density of passenger traffic from the Moscow airporSheremetyevo International Airport and Transaero Airlines have reached a mutual agreement on a temporary suspension of the airline’s services from Sheremetyevo airport from the beginning of the 2014-2015 autumn-winter flight season, while the airport’s northern area is being reconstructed.

This decision is in line with the carrier’s new development strategy, focusing on “rational growth, efficiency and strategic focus” as well as its cost reduction programme. According to the programme, Transaero will focus on operating tourist services with the high density of passenger traffic from the Moscow airports with the widest network of flights across Russia and the CIS.

It will be possible to create such a route network at Sheremetyevo following the implementation of a large scale investment programme on the development of the northern area of the airport. The projects to develop a new Terminal B and a terminal-to-terminal tunnel are being carried out within the preparations for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The airline and the airport plan to resume their cooperation in the future.

Transaero Airlines and Sheremetyevo airport express their sincere gratitude for the fruitful and mutually beneficial partnership over the past seven years, marked by a shared ambition of providing the highest level of customer service.

The business relationship between Transaero Airlines and Sheremetyevo will resume in the future and will be enriched on the basis of a new airport infrastructure for the benefit of passengers, clients and partners.

Source and image: Transaerots with the widest network of flights across Russia and the CIS.

It will be possible to create such a route network at Sheremetyevo following the implementation of a large scale investment programme on the development of the northern area of the airport. The projects to develop a new Terminal B and a terminal-to-terminal tunnel are being carried out within the preparations for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The airline and the airport plan to resume their cooperation in the future.

Transaero Airlines and Sheremetyevo airport express their sincere gratitude for the fruitful and mutually beneficial partnership over the past seven years, marked by a shared ambition of providing the highest level of customer service.

The business relationship between Transaero Airlines and Sheremetyevo will resume in the future and will be enriched on the basis of a new airport infrastructure for the benefit of passengers, clients and partners.

Source and image: Transaero

Boeing begins production on first 737 MAX parts

Boeing has started production of the first 737 MAX fuselage stringers at Boeing Fabrication Integrated AeroStructures in Auburn, Wash. Stringers run the length of the fuselage structure giving it stability and strength.

After forming, Boeing will send the stringers to Spirit Aerosystems in Wichita, Kan. for incorporation into the first 737 MAX fuselage. From there the fuselage will be shipped to Boeing's Renton, Wash. facility where Boeing employees will build the 737 MAX. The program is on track to begin final assembly of the first 737 MAX in 2015. The airplane will be part of the flight test fleet and is scheduled to fly in 2016.

The 737 MAX incorporates the latest technology CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets and other improvements to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the single-aisle market. The 737 MAX will be 14 percent more fuel-efficient than today's most efficient Next-Generation 737s – and 20 percent better than the original Next-Generation 737s when they first entered service.

Source and image: Boeing

CAS contracts Airbus for 70 A320s delivery

China Aviation Supplies Holding Company (CAS) andAirbus have signed a General Terms Agreement (GTA) for the purchase of a total of 70 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, reflecting the strong demand from Chinese carriers for the leading Airbus single-aisle Family for domestic, low cost, regional and international operations. The GTA was signed by Fabrice Brégier, Airbus President and CEO and Li Hai, President of CAS.

“We are grateful to China for its strong vote of confidence in our leading A320 Family aircraft, and are happy to see them assembled at our Chinese facilities,” said Fabrice Brégier. “Our 30 year history of partnership with China keeps growing and expanding through these types of agreements.”

At present, the in-service Airbus fleet with Chinese operators comprises over 1,000 aircraft (around 140 A330 Family and over 920 A320 Family aircraft). In the 20 year period between 2014 to 2033 Airbus forecasts a demand in China for more than 5,300 new commercial aircraft over 100 seats plus freighters.

Today more than 900 in service A320 Family aircraft operate with 16 Chinese carriers and over 190 A320 Family aircraft have been assembled and delivered from the FALC in Tianjin. The A320 Family is the world’s best-selling single aisle product line with more than 11,000 orders to date and over 6,200 aircraft delivered. Thanks to its wide cabin, all members of the A320 Family offer the industry’s best level of comfort in all classes and Airbus’ 18” wide seats in economy as standard.

Source and image: Airbus

PEMCO redelivers 13-th B737 firefighter to China Postal EMS

PEMCO World Air Services (PEMCO) today announced the redelivery of its latest Boeing 737 passenger-to-freighter-conversion to Beijing-based China Postal Airlines EMS (CPA), the third 737-300 under the current five-aircraft agreement.

The fourth 737-300 conversion is already underway, with CPA’s 15th PEMCO 737 freighter expected within the next year as China Post expands its fleet in support of its 56 Cities Campaign.

This tranche of five conversions are being performed at STAECO’s Jinan Shandong China facility as part of a turnkey package including maintenance, bridging and full paint. PEMCO and STAECO have partnered on nearly 50 Boeing 737-300 and 737-400 freighter modification projects since 2006 and today provide seamless regional technical and spares support to Boeing 737 operators in China and beyond.

“The cooperative spirit and commitment between CPA and PEMCO is a point of pride to our entire team,” said Kevin Casey, PEMCO president. “The long-term partnership has always achieved great results thanks to CPA’s dedicated professionals and of course our teammates at STAECO. We are honored to be the provider of choice for CPA and are excited about the future.”

PEMCO’s latest CPA freighter delivery – a 737-300F – offers nine pallet positions, a full-featured cargo loading system with retractable sill plate and over-rideable side restraints, all engineered to deliver industry-leading reliability and a 43,100 lb. maximum payload. Customers select PEMCO’s passenger-to-freighter conversion for its superior cargo door and system, unmatched operating economics, and unrivaled two million hours of safe, reliable operation. PEMCO B737 freighter conversions are the world’s only designed, built and supported with genuine Boeing data obtained under a full license agreement to outperform and outlast the competition.

Source and image: PEMCO

Etihad Airways, 29% revenue increase in 3Q, 2014

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today reported total revenues of US$1.8 billion for the third quarter of 2014, an impressive increase of 29 per cent year-on-year, achieved on the back of accelerated passenger and cargo growth during the summer.

A total of 3.9 million passengers travelled with Etihad Airways between July and September this year, 30 per cent higher than the three million passengers from the same period in 2013. Etihad Cargo also outperformed the global market, carrying 144,498 tonnes of freight and mail during the third quarter, a year-on-year increase of nine per cent, on only one per cent capacity growth.

The growth in passenger demand and revenue during the three month period once again outstripped the airline’s capacity increase, highlighting the strength of its long-term growth strategy. Etihad Airways remains on track to achieve its strongest ever annual results, having carried 10.5 million passengers and almost 415,000 tonnes of cargo between January and September 2014.

James Hogan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said: “Our focus on organic growth, codeshare partnerships and minority investments in other airlines has continued to produce strong results, despite the prevalence of industry challenges such as volatile oil prices, economic and political instability, overcapacity in the market, and access constraints.

“We are confident about sustaining our profitability in 2014 and there are a number of important milestones in the final quarter, including the entry into service of Etihad Airways’ ground-breaking Airbus A380 and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in our striking new livery. These aircraft will feature our next generation First, Business and Economy Class products, together with The Residence by Etihad™, the world’s first three-room private cabin. In addition, we will introduce Phuket, San Francisco and Dallas into our network over the remainder of this year.”

Following the launch of services to Medina, Jaipur, Los Angeles and Zurich in the first half of 2014, the third quarter included the start of Yerevan, Perth and Rome services, while frequencies increased on eight existing routes, including Dublin, Athens and Chennai. The airline’s global route network currently includes 110 existing or announced destinations, with flights launching to Phuket this month, San Francisco in November, and Dallas in December.

Organic growth was supported by codeshare and equity partnerships in the third quarter of 2014, delivering an estimated 1.1 million passengers onto Etihad Airways flights (+41 per cent year-on-year) and contributing revenue of US$352 million, which represented 27 per cent of the airline’s passenger revenue. During this period, a new partnership agreement was signed with Philippine Airlines (PAL), covering codeshare flights, loyalty programs, airport lounges, cargo, and coordination of airport operations. Etihad Airways also expanded existing codeshares with partners such as Korean Air, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air New Zealand and S7 Airlines.

Etihad Airways and Alitalia signed a transaction implementation agreement in August 2014, which, subject to regulatory approval, will result in a €1,758 million investment to build a reinvigorated Alitalia. This includes a €560 million investment by Etihad Airways to acquire a 49 per cent shareholding in Alitalia, a 75 per cent interest in Alitalia’s loyalty company, which operates the MilleMiglia frequent flier program, and five pairs of slots at London’s Heathrow Airport, which will be leased back to Alitalia on an arm’s length basis. Etihad Airways’ investment will be complemented by a €300 million investment from existing core Alitalia shareholders, up to €598 million in financial restructuring of debt, and €300 million of new loan facilities.

Etihad Airways’ passenger carrying capacity, measured in Available Seat Kilometres (ASK), was 22 billion by the end of Q3 2014, an increase of 16 per cent over the same period last year. The airline’s fleet expanded to 105 aircraft, with three aircraft delivered in the third quarter.

Source and image: Etihad

Jet Aviation Geneva completes refurbishment of its hangar

Jet Aviation Geneva has completed a six-month hangar refurbishment. Maintenance customers were continuously serviced throughout the refurbishment.

Undertaken to improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with the latest environmental standards, Jet Aviation Geneva has completed the six-month refurbishment of its hangar facility that commenced in March 2014.

The refurbishment involved installing a new resin floor and a new drainage system. New supply stations for air, water, electricity and network connections were also fitted and the hangar walls painted. In order to limit interference with on-going maintenance projects, the construction was carried out in three phases, closing one-third of the hangar floor during each stage. In addition, all offices were refreshed with paint and a new layout, including new ceiling, walls, flooring, lights and heating systems.

“We are very pleased to upgrade our hangar facility,” said Cyril Martiniere, managing director of Jet Aviation Geneva. “Our new flooring and drainage system offer numerous benefits in terms of efficiency and a potentially healthier environment, and the improved appearance reflects our commitment to the highest standards.”

Jet Aviation Geneva continued to service its maintenance clients throughout the refurbishment and will host a client event at the hangar in November 2014.

Source and image: Jet Aviation