WICHITA, Kan. (June 26, 2009) – Hawker Beechcraft Services (HBS) today announced that a Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV) solution will be available this summer for all Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21-equipped Hawker 800XP aircraft. The upgrade is a cooperative effort between Rockwell Collins and Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC). HBC’s factory-owned aircraft service centers are now taking pre-orders and pre-scheduling aircraft for the installation.
“At HBS, we are dedicated to enhancing aircraft performance and adding capabilities to the entire line of Hawker Beechcraft products so customers can benefit from the most sophisticated and up-to-date technology,” said William (Bill) Brown, president, Hawker Beechcraft Global Customer Service and Support. “Over the next year, we plan to have WAAS/LPV solutions for all Pro Line 21-equipped Hawker, King Air and the Premier I aircraft, as well as a Honeywell NZ 2000 solution for the Hawker 800 series.”
By adding WAAS/LPV functionality, operators can fly more precision approaches with more than 1500 LPV approaches, reduce decision altitudes to as low as 200 feet AGL and visibility minimums to as low as one-half mile, and use GPS as primary means of navigation from take-off through approach.
The upgrade eliminates the need for a receiver autonomous integrity monitoring (RAIM) prediction report, which reduces pilot workload. It also enables more “direct-to” operations providing significant fuel savings and creates a glide path for every runway served by GPS for CAT I–like precision.
To schedule your upgrade or for more information, contact a Service Sales Manager or visit www.hawkerbeechcraftservices.com.
Headquartered in Wichita, the HBS network of 10 factory-owned service centers provides professional aircraft maintenance and repair in Little Rock, Ark.; Mesa, Ariz.; Tampa, Fla.; Atlanta, Ga.; Indianapolis, Ind.; Wichita, Kan.; Houston, Texas; San Antonio, Texas; Toluca, Mexico; and Chester, U.K.
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer of business, special-mission and trainer aircraft – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company leads the industry with the largest number of factory-owned service centers and a global network of more than 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers. For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Hawker Beechcraft Services Now Taking Orders for WAAS/LPV for Pro Line 21-Equipped Hawker 800XP Aircraft
Four Weddings and an Airport
Oxford Airport’s smart Oxfordjet business aviation terminal was transformed into a wedding showcase as Living moved in last week to film its new series ‘Four Weddings’.
Each episode of Four Weddings is an entertaining romp through four extremely different weddings. Four fun-loving couples, each planning a wedding or a civil partnership, take part in each episode of the show, attending the other weddings and judging them according to a set of criteria including venue, food, dress and overall presentation. All the participants are out to impress, as the couple who scores the most points wins a luxury dream honeymoon.
“oxfordjet’s facilities provide the perfect backdrop for the reveal sequences of Four Weddings,” said David Surley, Oxford Airport’s Head of Customer Services. “The filming took place over two days with the brides first being filmed on the airport’s apron with glamorous executive jets in the background. Then the reveal interviews and winner sequences were filmed in the lounge, where the groom of the winning couple hops out of a limo and runs in to scoop up his partner!”
The state-of-the-art oxfordjet facility is fast becoming known for its ‘Hollywood’ appeal. This is the second time ITV has filmed at the airport and part of the Girls Aloud Christmas Special was also filmed in the new terminal.
“We are very happy to accommodate filming requests whenever possible,” added David Surley. “oxfordjet’s modern lounge area provides great space and can be dressed according to filming requirements and of course, the aircraft in the background add an element of luxury and excitement if desired.”
Four Weddings (ten part series) is on Living from Monday 6th July at 9pm.
Each episode of Four Weddings is an entertaining romp through four extremely different weddings. Four fun-loving couples, each planning a wedding or a civil partnership, take part in each episode of the show, attending the other weddings and judging them according to a set of criteria including venue, food, dress and overall presentation. All the participants are out to impress, as the couple who scores the most points wins a luxury dream honeymoon.
“oxfordjet’s facilities provide the perfect backdrop for the reveal sequences of Four Weddings,” said David Surley, Oxford Airport’s Head of Customer Services. “The filming took place over two days with the brides first being filmed on the airport’s apron with glamorous executive jets in the background. Then the reveal interviews and winner sequences were filmed in the lounge, where the groom of the winning couple hops out of a limo and runs in to scoop up his partner!”
The state-of-the-art oxfordjet facility is fast becoming known for its ‘Hollywood’ appeal. This is the second time ITV has filmed at the airport and part of the Girls Aloud Christmas Special was also filmed in the new terminal.
“We are very happy to accommodate filming requests whenever possible,” added David Surley. “oxfordjet’s modern lounge area provides great space and can be dressed according to filming requirements and of course, the aircraft in the background add an element of luxury and excitement if desired.”
Four Weddings (ten part series) is on Living from Monday 6th July at 9pm.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Hawker Beechcraft Appoints International Sales Representative in the United Kingdom
PARIS (June 18, 2009) – Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) this week announced that Aeronautics Limited will be a non-exclusive sales representative for England, Scotland and Wales. In addition to HBC’s own factory direct sales team for the United Kingdom, Aeronautics Limited will market and sell new and pre-owned current-production Hawker and Beechcraft aircraft.
“Hawker Beechcraft welcomes Brian Jones and Aeronautics Limited as one of the newest members of our sales family,” said Sean McGeough, vice president, International Sales. “A partner with the knowledge and experience of Aeronautics will help us strengthen our presence in this region.”
Aeronautics Limited, based at Kemble Airport, U.K., is a corporate aviation business that specializes in the sale, acquisition, brokerage, management and operation of all types of turbine powered, fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
“A key element to the success of Aeronautics is our vast experience and capabilities within aircraft sales,” said Brian Jones, managing director, Aeronautics. “We are excited to be appointed as Hawker Beechcraft’s U.K. sales representative for the broadest product lineup in the industry.”
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer of business, special-mission and trainer aircraft – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company’s headquarters and major facilities are located in Wichita, Kan., with operations in Salina, Kan.; Little Rock, Ark.; Chester, England, U.K.; and Chihuahua, Mexico. The company leads the industry with a global network of more than 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers. For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com.
“Hawker Beechcraft welcomes Brian Jones and Aeronautics Limited as one of the newest members of our sales family,” said Sean McGeough, vice president, International Sales. “A partner with the knowledge and experience of Aeronautics will help us strengthen our presence in this region.”
Aeronautics Limited, based at Kemble Airport, U.K., is a corporate aviation business that specializes in the sale, acquisition, brokerage, management and operation of all types of turbine powered, fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
“A key element to the success of Aeronautics is our vast experience and capabilities within aircraft sales,” said Brian Jones, managing director, Aeronautics. “We are excited to be appointed as Hawker Beechcraft’s U.K. sales representative for the broadest product lineup in the industry.”
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer of business, special-mission and trainer aircraft – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company’s headquarters and major facilities are located in Wichita, Kan., with operations in Salina, Kan.; Little Rock, Ark.; Chester, England, U.K.; and Chihuahua, Mexico. The company leads the industry with a global network of more than 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers. For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Rizon granted Qatar AOC
Jets set for Doha - Rizon becomes first dedicated private jet company to secure Qatar AOC
Rizon, the expanding Middle East and UK-based executive aircraft charter and management group, has been granted its AOP (Air Operating Permit) from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority. Rizon becomes the first Doha-based private jet company to receive approval for business jet operations from Qatar.
Complementing its existing U.A.E (Sharjah) AOC, Rizon’s Qatar AOP is granted in recognition of its high standard of flight operations and the professionalism it is demonstrating in building a full service business aviation company in Doha. Its Qatar AOP is the precursor to the establishment of a brand new air charter, MRO and FBO facility the Qatari-backed company is building at the city’s Doha Airport, which will be ready for early 2010.
Rizon is gearing up to support its expanding Bombardier Challenger 605 aircraft fleet, as well as preparing for service entry of its first managed Global XRS which will join its first Challenger 605 into service, based in Doha. Rizon’s product offering will be superior to any airline service, it pledges.
Two year old Rizon has offices in the U.A.E, Qatar, Bahrain, Jeddah and London and is focused on providing VIP travel solutions and business aircraft support in the Middle East, Asia, India, Russia, Africa and Europe.
Its mission is to meet increasing demand for corporate aircraft charter in the Gulf Cooperation Council states and expand its services with aircraft maintenance services, an aircraft trading and management arm and aviation training college which will be specifically aimed at growing the skills base of GCC nationals.
In Doha and London, Rizon is advancing plans to become
Rizon, the expanding Middle East and UK-based executive aircraft charter and management group, has been granted its AOP (Air Operating Permit) from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority. Rizon becomes the first Doha-based private jet company to receive approval for business jet operations from Qatar.
Complementing its existing U.A.E (Sharjah) AOC, Rizon’s Qatar AOP is granted in recognition of its high standard of flight operations and the professionalism it is demonstrating in building a full service business aviation company in Doha. Its Qatar AOP is the precursor to the establishment of a brand new air charter, MRO and FBO facility the Qatari-backed company is building at the city’s Doha Airport, which will be ready for early 2010.
Rizon is gearing up to support its expanding Bombardier Challenger 605 aircraft fleet, as well as preparing for service entry of its first managed Global XRS which will join its first Challenger 605 into service, based in Doha. Rizon’s product offering will be superior to any airline service, it pledges.
Two year old Rizon has offices in the U.A.E, Qatar, Bahrain, Jeddah and London and is focused on providing VIP travel solutions and business aircraft support in the Middle East, Asia, India, Russia, Africa and Europe.
Its mission is to meet increasing demand for corporate aircraft charter in the Gulf Cooperation Council states and expand its services with aircraft maintenance services, an aircraft trading and management arm and aviation training college which will be specifically aimed at growing the skills base of GCC nationals.
In Doha and London, Rizon is advancing plans to become
PremiAir promotes helicopters as an important business tool
PremiAir, the UK’s leading provider of executive helicopter charter and management and sister aviation company of von Essen Hotels (Stand No 402) continues to innovate in the UK business travel market. Its latest service is its London Heliport Shuttle Service and the company’s message at the new Business Travel Market at London’s Excel this week (18-19th June) is that executive helicopters are all about saving time - especially in these testing economic times, when productivity must be heightened.
The London Heliport Shuttle Service is a seamless connection between key business airports around the UK and the London Heliport at Battersea. Managed and operated by PremiAir, the London Heliport is the only commercially licensed heliport in the capital. The new shuttle service offers dedicated flights to meet private jet arrivals from airports including London Heathrow, Gatwick and Farnborough, ensuring a speedy and seamless connection into or out of the capital. Charter prices for a helicopter from London Heathrow Airport to The London Heliport, start from £2,695 + VAT in a Eurocopter Twin Squirrel AS355. Transporting up to five passengers, this equates to £539 +VAT per passenger. A Sikorsky S76 operating from London Gatwick - carrying up to nine passengers, is £3,595, or £399 per passenger- and zero rated VAT.
PremiAir has another industry first too. In May, it became the European launch member of a prestigious new Global Executive Helicopter Service, named ‘Aurion’. The Aurion Network heralds the first and only international network of best-in-class executive helicopter operators, embracing professional and established helicopter operators who provide consistent and unparalleled safety, service and reliability. PremiAir is the inaugural European member (serving UK and Ireland) joining New York-based operator AAG Global. Operators in other countries, including France and Italy, are being courted. Reservations can be made through a dedicated website or through the local Aurion member operator, which makes booking executive air travel effortless, no matter where the journey begins or ends.
“There is now growing pressure on senior executives to be as productive and cost effective as possible,” said PremiAir Business Development Manager, David Langton. “Point-to-point helicopter travel – up to 200nm - enables businesses to maximise their management time better than any other form of transport. Only the helicopter can enable them to do three or four business meetings in one day. Once people experience the viability of helicopters as a business tool, they never look back. Importantly, PremiAir, which operates unbranded aircraft, guarantees that clients are assured total confidentiality and discretion with regard to all bookings. We can source landing sites wherever required,” he said.
PremiAir, which marks its 30th anniversary this year, has bases at Denham, Blackbushe, Oxford and Farnborough Airports in the UK. The company operates a fleet of 18 twin-engined executive helicopters including the popular VIP Sikorsky S76, on management programmes, providing turnkey services to their owners.
The London Heliport Shuttle Service is a seamless connection between key business airports around the UK and the London Heliport at Battersea. Managed and operated by PremiAir, the London Heliport is the only commercially licensed heliport in the capital. The new shuttle service offers dedicated flights to meet private jet arrivals from airports including London Heathrow, Gatwick and Farnborough, ensuring a speedy and seamless connection into or out of the capital. Charter prices for a helicopter from London Heathrow Airport to The London Heliport, start from £2,695 + VAT in a Eurocopter Twin Squirrel AS355. Transporting up to five passengers, this equates to £539 +VAT per passenger. A Sikorsky S76 operating from London Gatwick - carrying up to nine passengers, is £3,595, or £399 per passenger- and zero rated VAT.
PremiAir has another industry first too. In May, it became the European launch member of a prestigious new Global Executive Helicopter Service, named ‘Aurion’. The Aurion Network heralds the first and only international network of best-in-class executive helicopter operators, embracing professional and established helicopter operators who provide consistent and unparalleled safety, service and reliability. PremiAir is the inaugural European member (serving UK and Ireland) joining New York-based operator AAG Global. Operators in other countries, including France and Italy, are being courted. Reservations can be made through a dedicated website or through the local Aurion member operator, which makes booking executive air travel effortless, no matter where the journey begins or ends.
“There is now growing pressure on senior executives to be as productive and cost effective as possible,” said PremiAir Business Development Manager, David Langton. “Point-to-point helicopter travel – up to 200nm - enables businesses to maximise their management time better than any other form of transport. Only the helicopter can enable them to do three or four business meetings in one day. Once people experience the viability of helicopters as a business tool, they never look back. Importantly, PremiAir, which operates unbranded aircraft, guarantees that clients are assured total confidentiality and discretion with regard to all bookings. We can source landing sites wherever required,” he said.
PremiAir, which marks its 30th anniversary this year, has bases at Denham, Blackbushe, Oxford and Farnborough Airports in the UK. The company operates a fleet of 18 twin-engined executive helicopters including the popular VIP Sikorsky S76, on management programmes, providing turnkey services to their owners.
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