Category: PRs

CFS Aeroproducts Ltd, an aircraft component repair and overhaul facility, announced that it has merged with AEP (Aero Engineering & Powerplant Ltd). Under the terms of the agreement, AEP’s plant and equipment has been moved from its Wokingham plant to CFS Aero’s factory in Coventry.

When CFS Aeroproducts Ltd was bought by a new team of investors, the company has both modernized its factory and successfully recruited a world-class team of engineers. EASA and FAA approved, CFS Aero specializes in the repair and overhaul of both modern and classic aircraft engines, propellers, landing gear and instruments including Non-Destructive Testing to Level 3. Now, following the merger with AEP, the company has significantly increased its capabilities, particularly in the area of supporting Lycoming and Continental engines and accessories, including fuel systems, turbo charger components & propeller governors.

“By further enhancing the capabilities we had already developed, the merger with AEP will enable us to deliver an even higher level of customer service. When it comes to supporting aircraft operators, from private pilots to regional airlines, CFS Aero will now be firmly in the forefront,” says David Newhouse, CEO of CFS Aero.

Neil Andrews, former owner of AEP and now Engineering Director of CFS Aero added: “As a result of this merger, our combined skills and equipment will ensure we have a genuine centre of engineering excellence in the UK.”

Walter Surface Technologies has launched ZIP ONE TYPE 27, the latest addition to the ZIP ONE line of the high performance extra thin cut-off wheels, designed for optimal cutting in thin gage metal (under 1/8”, 3mm thick). With the same ultra-thin design as the current 1mm ZIP ONE TYPE 1 (FLAT) cutting wheel, the breakthrough ZIP ONE TYPE 27 features a special raised center for extra rigidity, durability and thinness, the company says. The design of the TYPE 27 center hub allows for a larger cutting surface than standard progressive hubs, while enabling straighter, sharper, more precise and higher speed cuts for flush cutting applications.

“Our industry-leading ZIP ONE received tremendous market acceptance from its launch this past January. The ZIP ONE TYPE 27 is expected to hit the market with as much excitement. The product has been three years in the making and our engineers have delivered an ultra-thin cutting wheel that not only offers the most durable and rigid TYPE 27 in the industry, but one that provides sharper, straighter and more precise cuts when compared to competing TYPE 27 products. That’s a key technical distinction that results in better productivity for the customer”, states Patrick Lapointe, vice president Research and Development, Walter Surface Technologies.

 

Commsoft announced its client Airclaims has signed a six-month contract with Hi Fly Malta to provide CAMO support for an A340-600. Airclaims, a risk and asset management service provider, will be relying on Commsoft’s OASES MRO IT system to fulfill the contract.

Designed to combine ease of use with a technical sophistication that allows for the full integration of all maintenance and engineering functions, OASES is structured in a modular format. To support the Hi Fly Malta Airbus, Airclaims will be using the Core, Airworthiness and Planning modules.

Hi Fly, long haul/wide body wet leasing specialists based in Portugal, launched Hi Fly Malta earlier this year and will be basing two ex-Virgin Atlantic A340-600s at Malta Luqa International airport. Hi Fly already utilises OASES for its Lisbon-based ACMI operation, controlling maintenance for its A310-300, A330-200, A330-300, A340-300 and A340-500 fleets.

“Hi Fly Malta represents an exciting new operation in the global wet leasing market. We’re delighted they have chosen Airclaims as a CAMO supplier and that OASES will be used to maintain one of the Hi Fly Malta A340s.”

Avianor Inc. announced today that it has completed the first three cabin modifications to convert two of Air Canada’s A319 aircraft and one 767 aircraft from the mainline fleet for Air Canada’s new leisure airline, Air Canada rouge.

“We are very excited and honored to be chosen by Air Canada to play such an important role in their new leisure carrier, Air Canada rouge,” said Earl Diamond, co-owner of Avianor. “Air Canada’s selection of Avianor as the turnkey provider of the cabin modification continues to extend the great partnership we have built with Air Canada over the past fifteen years.”

In addition to the physical conversion of the cabin, Avianor will be providing engineering and certification services as well as material design, production and procurement to transform the aircraft to the new Air Canada rouge fleet. Avianor completed the modification of the two A319 and 767 aircraft in its facility at Mirabel Airport outside of Montreal, Quebec. The aircraft entered service with Air Canada rouge on July 1st.

 

The U.S. Air Force and Warner Robins ALC have awarded Atec, Inc. a five-year repair contract for T-20 & T-21 type test stands worldwide.

“Atec is proud to be of service to our USAF/ANG warfighters and maintainers on this five-year IDIQ contract to repair and maintain these intermediate engine test systems worldwide,” said Paul Fenley, President of Atec, Inc. “We value our role in supporting WRALC in its mission to ensure 100% readiness in engine test operations for the USAF, ANG and our Allies. Our team is recognized for delivering quality service and equipment. We are on the field, on-time, suited up and ready to play.” Atec and subcontractor/teammate, StandardAero, are committed to success on this program.

Field users are already using Atec’s 24/7 toll-free hotline and email addresses for problem reporting and remote troubleshooting assistance.

Repair orders are well underway, including procurement, shipments and repairs. Atec has been in communication with the operating bases and WR-ALC to coordinate a total team approach. Atec Field Service Teams have already been on numerous air bases to support and repair the T-20/T-21 systems.

Avia Intelligence Ltd is a new provider of aviation events management, training and consulting services offering a full suite of high quality and cost effective solutions to aviation & air transport.

Owned and operated by aviation professionals, supported by an experienced team of course leaders. Avia Intelligence offers a wide range of sector specific services including both open & in-house training courses, research, consultancy and communications support which are designed with client flexibility and budgetary considerations in mind. The senior management team is also announcing planned summer schools and an extensive schedule of more than fifty training courses ranging from half day ‘refresher’ sessions to three day residential courses.

Co-founded by Rus Sutaria and Nic Cobb, Avia Intelligence was setup with the specific aim of both enhancing and developing professional standards in the areas of aviation safety, continuing airworthiness and aircraft / component maintenance as well as regulatory amongst others.

With a flexible and robust company structure, Avia Intelligence is able to provide bespoke, flexible and friendly services to a broad range of industry stakeholders. For more information please contact Nicholas Cobb (Director Commercial & Operations) on +44(0)7712 929443/ +44(0)208 746 2209 / ncobb@aviaintelligence.com or Steve Mullen (Business Development Associate) on +44 (0)7969 410532 / smullen@aviaintelligence.com.

Independent aircraft maintenance provider, Monarch Aircraft Engineering (MAEL), has signed a line maintenance technical handling agreement with Sunwing Airlines.

With immediate effect, MAEL’s engineering team will provide support for the Canadian based airline’s Boeing 737NG aircraft operating at Leeds Bradford airport.

“I would personally like to welcome Sunwing Airlines to our ever growing customer base and we look forward to supporting their operation at our newly opened facility at Leeds Bradford airport,” said Ian Bartholomew, Sales & Marketing director for MAEL.

Jon Davidson, Maintenance Operations manager for Sunwing Airlines said, “MAEL’s professionalism and commitment proves them to be the ideal MRO to maintain our Boeing 737NG aircraft at this location.”

Turn aerosol cans into scrap metal. In as little as five seconds, the Aerosol Can Recycling System leaves you with a depressurized, empty steel can that can be recycled with your other scrap metal. It’s RCRA Compliant and meets the EPA definition of scrap metal 40 CFR 261.1©(6). Average disposal cost savings when disposing of 4,200 aerosol cans ranges from $12,000 to $52,000.

• Eliminate waste—reduce disposal costs
• Non-sparking pin ensures a safe, clean puncture
• The Combination Coalescing/Colormetric carbon filter captures odors and filters potentially
harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• The Puncturing Unit fits standard closed head 30- and 55-gallon drums
• Contents of can is collected directly into a drum
• One 55-gallon drum will hold residual liquids from 4,000 spend cans

Norton Abrasives, a brand of Saint-Gobain and the world’s leader in abrasives for over 125 years, has developed and launched Norton Vitrium3, the next generation of bonded abrasives products, engineered for maximum performance and cost savings in precision grinding. (http://www.nortonabrasives.com/)

An entirely new abrasives platform, Norton Vitrium3 features a patent-pending bond technology developed by the Saint-Gobain Abrasives R&D team. This revolutionary bond features an exclusive chemistry that promotes excellent grain adhesion, resulting in improved product versatility across a wide range of applications. Substantial performance improvements with Norton Vitrium3 are now attainable in all Norton abrasive grains, from proprietary Norton Quantum ceramic alumina to conventional aluminum oxide.

Norton Vitrium3 has three major features and benefits over standard vitrified bonds:

1. A stronger bond construction allows superior form and corner holding for improved part quality and higher tolerances, reduced dressing time and wear, as well as the ability to meet the higher wheel speeds demanded of today’s equipment.

2. An improved holding power utilizing less bond-to-abrasive ratio. This allows increased exposure of the abrasive grains for an improved cut rate and significantly less burn, while reducing power consumption and grinding forces on the part.

3. An increased porosity improves coolant flow and chip clearance to eliminate burn or other part damage, especially on today’s tough-to-grind materials, such as high nickel alloys, tool steels and chrome.

“Whether the goal is to reduce total cost per part, increase throughput, or improve work piece quality, Norton Vitrium3 is re-shaping the world of precision grinding to meet these needs,” said Mr. Scott Leonard, director of Product Management at Norton Abrasives. “This new technology will allow significant increases in production and also introduces the possibility of grinding instead of conventional machining on some operations.”

 

International Russian airline, Transaero Airlines (Moscow, Russia) awarded GA Telesis Engine Services Oy (“GATES”) an exclusive 10 year contract valued at up to $500 million to provide engine repair and overhaul services for Transaero’s sixty-two (62) General Electric CF6-80C2 engines for their Boeing 767 and Boeing 747 fleets.

“GATES is honored to be partnered with such a fast growing and prestigious global airline such as Transaero.”

Transaero will be GATES’ largest customer and the maintenance will be performed at the GATES MRO facilities in Helsinki, Finland. The first Transaero engine will be inducted this month. The scope of the contract includes core performance restoration & overhaul, life limited parts replacement, maintenance procedures between overhauls along with on-wing maintenance.

“Our decision to choose GA Telesis Engines Services was logical. After our in depth process and evaluation of all major MROs, we found their people, facilities and services to be of the highest quality in the MRO industry. For us, the Helsinki facility is uniquely positioned geographically, and GA Telesis is known as a leader in material supply; this combination made perfect financial and operating sense for Transaero,” said Alexander Pleshakov, Chairman of the Board of Transaero Airlines.

“The award of the Transaero engine contract for GATES represents a landmark deal for GATES and reaffirms our dedication & responsiveness to the demands of our Customers and the industry. GATES will serve as a gateway to the Russian & CIS markets that we are committed to supporting,” said Basil Papayoti, President of GA Telesis Engine Services. Basil further added that “GATES is honored to be partnered with such a fast growing and prestigious global airline such as Transaero.”