Wings of Hope’s Annual Airplane Raffle fundraiser is happening today, Monday, September 14. Every year this NGO organization runs a raffle to give away an aircraft. It sells limited tickets therefore increasing chances of winning. This year the aircraft being raffled is a 1969 Beehcraft A23-24 Musketeer Super III that has a fresh annual and new Garin avionics including touchscreen 650XI GPS/NAV/COM and much more. Go to http://www.wingsofhope.ngo/airplane-raffle/ to donate. Tickets sell fast.
Category: BizJet
Skandia Nabs STC for Soundproofing Kit for Bombardier Global 5000 & 6000
Skandia has received final FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval on its acoustic soundproofing kit for the Bombardier Global line of large cabin business jets.
Skandia engineered and tested the soundproofing kit for the Global aircraft in 2020. The kit delivers an exceptional cabin experience, reducing overall dB(SIL) levels significantly with minimal net weight penalty.
The kit is made available to operators with an Ala Carte menu of soundproofing material choices which include:
- Skin damping
- Floor damping
- Thermal acoustic insulation bags
- Overframe blanket
- Carpet pad
The remarkable acoustic qualities of the Skandia soundproofing system represent state of the art material and engineering technology.
The available Global kit is provided as turnkey with installation schematics and instructions for a straightforward install process.
Jarod Triplett, Skandia’s president, has led the company’s effort to offer the business aircraft market approved turnkey acoustic solutions to the full-spectrum of aircraft sizes and classes, from turboprop to large cabin jets. “The Global approval marks the company’s third business class aircraft soundproofing STC. We began the program with approved kits for the King Air 200 and Pilatus PC-12. Now, as we move into larger jet aircraft, we continue to apply our state of the art engineering and material technology to business aircraft of every class. You can expect to see soundproofing kits for even more aircraft in the coming years. Skandia’s team of acoustic engineers and soundproofing materials are the best in the industry,” Triplett says.
This latest soundproofing kit from Skandia adds to the list of over 80 airframe-specific soundproofing kits available.
A single source provider, Skandia designs and manufactures its own product line of acoustic materials for their soundproofing kits. Consultation and custom acoustic solutions for individual aircraft of any size are an area of specialization for Skandia.
Safran Makes Management Appointments
Olivier Andriès has been named Executive Vice President, effective September 10, 2020. He is a member of the Group’s Executive Committee. As initially announced, Olivier Andriès will succeed Philippe Petitcolin as Chief Executive Officer of Safran on January 1, 2021.
Olivier Andriès joined the Treasury department at the French Ministry of Finance in 1990, where he oversaw aerospace and defense companies. In 1993, he joined the cabinet of the Minister of the Economy and Finance, as advisor on industrial affairs. In 1995 he moved to the Lagardère group as Deputy Director of Strategy, and was named personal advisor to Jean-Luc Lagardère in 1998. Olivier Andriès joined Airbus in 2000, in charge of Widebody Aircraft Programs. He was appointed to the Executive Committee in 2005 as Executive Vice President, Strategy. He joined Safran in 2008 as Executive Vice President, Strategy and Development. He was subsequently named Executive Vice President, in charge of the Defense and Security branch, and a member of the Management Board, in 2009. In 2011, Olivier Andriès was named Chief Executive Officer of Turbomeca (now Safran Helicopter Engines). In 2015 he was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Safran Aircraft Engines.
Olivier Andriès, 58, holds degrees from Ecole Polytechnique (1981) and Ecole des Mines de Paris (1984).
Jean-Paul Alary has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Safran Aircraft Engines, effective September 10, 2020. He succeeds Olivier Andriès and is a member of the Group’s Executive Committee.
Jean-Paul Alary started his career in 1991 at Snecma Moteurs (now Safran Aircraft Engines). After heading a business unit at Microturbo Limited (now Safran Power Units), he joined Hurel-Hispano (now Safran Nacelles) in 2004 as program manager, was named head of Aircelle’s Large Nacelles division in 2007, then Vice President, Programs in 2008. He moved to Snecma’s Commercial Engine division in 2010 as head of customer support. In 2013, Jean-Paul Alary was named Executive Vice President, Safran Electronics division at Sagem (now Safran Electronics & Defense). In 2015, he was named CEO of Safran Nacelles, and in 2018 he was appointed CEO of Safran Landing Systems.
Jean-Paul Alary, 54, graduated from the Ecole Centrale Paris engineering school (1990).
Cédric Goubet has been named Chief Executive Officer of Safran Landing Systems, effective September 10, 2020. He succeeds Jean-Paul Alary and is a member of the Group’s Executive Committee.
Cédric Goubet started as career as a senior civil servant. In 2004, he was appointed advisor to the French ministers of the interior and the economy. In 2007, he was named chief of staff for French President Nicolas Sarkozy, a position he held until joining Safran in 2010 as deputy to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Operations. He was named Vice President for CFM programs at Snecma (now Safran Aircraft Engines) and Executive Vice President of CFM International in 2011. In 2015 he became Executive Vice President, Commercial Engine division at Safran Aircraft Engines, and in 2018, he was appointed CEO of Safran Nacelles.
Cédric Goubet, 49, holds a political science degree from Paris IEP (Institut d’Études Politiques, 1993) and a master’s degree in international economics from Paris Dauphine University (1994). He also attended ENA (École Nationale d’Administration), the leading school for French senior civil servants (1998).
Vincent Caro has been named Chief Executive Officer of Safran Nacelles, effective September 10, 2020. He succeeds Cédric Goubet and becomes a member of the Group’s Executive Committee.
Vincent Caro started his career with Labinal’s automotive business, in a series of purchasing positions. He was named head of purchasing at Labinal in 2001, then Managing Director of the Casablanca, Morocco-based joint venture Matis Aerospace (between Boeing and Safran) in 2005. He moved to Snecma (now Safran Aircraft Engines) in 2008 as head of purchasing, then joined Messier-Bugatti-Dowty (now Safran Landing Systems) in 2013 as Executive Vice President, Programs. Two years later, he was named head of the company’s Wheels and Brakes division.
Vincent Caro, 50, graduated from the ESTACA engineering school, and holds an advanced master’s degree from ESSEC (1996) and an Executive MBA from HEC (2011).
Environmentally Responsible Emitting Devices Powered by Nano VpCI provide Multimetal Corrosion Protection
Cortec says it has a longstanding commitment to environmental responsibility which has resulted in its expanding portfolio of sustainable products. Cortec’s VpCI devices protect metals by conditioning enclosed environments with corrosion inhibiting vapor molecules.
Molecules are attracted to and adsorb onto metallic surfaces resulting in the formation of nanofilms, very thin microscopic molecular layers of corrosion protection. These devices do not adversely affect or alter the appearance, conductivity, mechanical integrity, or optical functionality of the components protected. Emitting devices are environmentally responsible, economical and compact.
Eco Emitter is a non-hazardous, highly engineered, biodegradable device designed to provide corrosion protection for most sensitive assets such as electronic and optical equipment and components. VpCI’s emit from the device and saturate the enclosure via diffusion, filling all void spaces and recessed areas with protective vapor molecules. EcoEmitter was designed with the environment in mind in a concerted effort to reduce carbon footprint.
The polymeric cup has been selected to replace polyethylene and is constructed from OK Biobased 3-Star rated resins containing 60-80 percent renewable carbon content. The breathable membrane that emits VpCI is constructed from biobased fibers. EcoEmitter is extremely simple and convenient to install. Simply select an enclosed space where corrosion protection would be useful and stick the EcoEmitter inside.
Another sustainable option is BioPad, Cortec’s unique flexible corrosion inhibiting device constructed from biobased non-woven material. It is an excellent environmentally responsible packaging option for corrosion inhibition. Its hi
gh VpCI concentration, in combination with a thin design, results in material reduction by up to 94 percent in comparison to similar polyurethane foam emitting devices. Easy to use by simply placing the correct size of Bio-Pad into your package. Bio-Pad is specially designed with VpCI impregnated throughout the substrate.
A third eco-friendly and sustainable solution for corrosion protection is Cortec’s EcoDevice, constructed from biobased fibers. Convenient to install, it is especially designed to provide corrosion protection for small enclosures such as tool boxes, control panels, electrical cabinets, instruments, and other electronic/electrical enclosures. Each individual EcoDevice protects up to 42 L (1.5 ft³). It is very effective in polluted and humid environments and does not interfere with electrical, optical, or mechanical performance. Cortec’s emitting devices will provide excellent corrosion protection to your assets while being safe for the environment making them one of the best options on the market.
Trimec and Chicago Jet Team to Provide G200 Operators NextGen ProLink FANS/CPDLC
Trimec Aviation, a certified FAA Part 145 Repair Station (#18TR248C) and authorized full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility has joined forces with Chicago Jet Group to deliver their NextGen ProLink solution for the Future Navigation System (FANS) Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) for the Gulfstream G200 aircraft. Chicago Jet Group has CPDLC FANS 1/A+ Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) for numerous other business jets and expects to attain the ProLink STC for the G200 in the coming weeks.
John Holland, Trimec Aviation’s general manager commented, “We are excited to be working closely with Mike Mitera and the great team at Chicago Jet Group on this achievement as our relationship goes back many years. We are always looking for ways to help our customers and this package with the Universal Avionics components provides additional CPDLC features as well as an economic alternative for the G200 operators that are now looking to upgrade to FANS,” added Holland.
“This is a culmination of a lot of hard work and we are grateful for John and the Trimec team’s support and expertise along the way,” said Mike Mitera, president of CJG. “Now we look forward to G200 installations both in Fort Worth and here in Chicago while providing a considerable return on investment to these G200 operators.”
NextGen Pro•Link is the first complete Proline 4 Dual Integrated FMS upgrade for legacy integrated navigation systems. Universal Avionics provides the foundation avionics components to equip and certify aircraft for Controller-Pilot Data Link including CPDLC-DCL, CPDLC-Enroute, FANS 1/A+, and European ATN B1 (formerly Link 2000+). ProLink customers also gain LPV approach capability as well as CPDLC “Push-to-Load” capability required by the FAA for US domestic use.
Greene Tweed Announces New, Ultra-Low-Temperature EPM 953 Elastomer for Phosphate Ester Hydraulic Systems
Greene Tweed, a maker of high-performance seals, thermoplastics, composites, and engineered components, announces the release of its new EPM 953 elastomer for phosphate ester hydraulic systems in aerospace applications.
Developed for its ultra-low-temperature performance and compatibility with phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, EPM 953 outperforms existing EP elastomers and maintains an excellent seal at temperatures as low as -85°F (-65°C) or below.
Suitable for static and dynamic seals in hydraulic actuation systems, Greene Tweed’s EPM 953 delivers improved elasticity at ultra-low-temperatures. The new proprietary elastomer material has been extensively tested, ensuring high durability and little to no hydraulic fluid leakage over the lifetime of an aircraft. EPM 953 meets and exceeds the new AMS 7361 in independent testing.
In addition, the new EPM 953 improves dynamic cap seal energization while increasing the margin of safety and elasticity at low temperatures. The company says ts superior hydraulic fluid leak prevention ensures reduced environmental impact by eliminating the release of phosphate ester hydraulic fluids into the environment.
FAA Giving Grants to Support Aviation Maintenance Careers
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the Aviation Maintenance Technical Workforce Development Grant Program to increase interest and recruit students for careers in aviation maintenance. The goal is to provide grants to academia and the aviation community to help prepare a more inclusive talent pool of aviation maintenance technicians, to inspire and recruit the next generation of aviation professionals.
Congress appropriated $5 million in Fiscal Year 2020 to fund projects to address the projected shortages of aviation maintenance technical workers in the aviation industry. Eligible groups may apply for grants from $25,000 to $500,000 for any one grant in any one fiscal year. Potential applicants may visit the website for more information.
The FAA posted the announcement in the Federal Register today (September 8, 2020) and will accept public comments until Sept. 23, 2020.
Further details:
Objectives
The aviation workforce development grants for aviation maintenance technical workers support proposals that generate and increase interest and prepare students to pursue aviation maintenance careers.
Types of Projects
The types of projects supported under the new Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers workforce development grants:
- Establish new educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, including purchasing equipment, or to improve existing such programs
- Enhance aviation maintenance technical education or aviation maintenance industry workforce
- To establish scholarships or apprenticeships for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation maintenance industry
- Support outreach about careers in the aviation maintenance industry to:
- Primary, secondary, and post-secondary school students,
- Communities under-represented in the industry
- Support transition to careers in aviation maintenance, including members of the Armed Forces
- Support educational opportunities related to aviation maintenance in economically disadvantaged geographic areas
Eligible Applicants
Section 625 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 identified entities as eligible to apply for the Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers workforce development grants. The FAA understands that accepting applications from individual entities within any of the three categories above is consistent with congressional intent.
- Holders of a certificate issued under Parts 21, 121, 135, or 145 of 14 CFR, or labor organizations representing aviation maintenance workers
- Accredited higher education institutions (20 U.S.C. 1001), or secondary schools or high schools (20 U.S.C. 7801)
- State or local governmental entities
Statutory References
The Aviation Workforce Development Grant Programs appear as a note to 49 U.S.C. 40101. The note material entitled “Aviation Workforce Development Programs” incorporates Section 625 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115-254).
Funding
Congress appropriated $5 million for the program for the first time in the fiscal year 2020 budget. The FAA may award between $25,000 and $500,000 (the ceiling established by legislation) for any one grant in any one fiscal year.
This grant program is competitive. The FAA reserves the right to award grants based on the quantity and quality of proposals received in response to the Notice of Funding Opportunity. The expectation is to fund a minimum of 10 proposals. A list of grant recipients will be available on this site following selection.
The FAA will not reimburse any pre-award or application preparation costs, or for facility construction or research activities.
Match or Cost Sharing
The FAA Workforce Development Grant enabling legislation does not require matching contributions in this program. Individual entities, teams, and new providers can apply for a grant. The FAA encourages applicants to partner with others as appropriate to:
- Satisfy Congressional intent and meet the requirements of the selection criteria
- Reach and include students and in various geographic and economic areas
- Help the applicant provide additional opportunities, assistance, and resources to ensure success and sustainability
Application Package
The FAA anticipates releasing an initial Notice of Funding Opportunity later this year. Application packages will be accepted electronically on grants.gov up to 11:59 p.m. Eastern time of the closing date. The FAA intends to only accept electronic applicants. Potential applicants are encouraged to create accounts on grants.gov and can review samples of forms on that website.
Grants.gov strives to ensure site accessibility for all users, and webpages are designed to work with assistive technologies such as screen readers. If you use assistive technology and cannot access any material on our site, please email the grants.gov Support Center at support@grants.gov or call 1-800-518-4726 . When contacting grants.gov, please include the following information: nature of the accessibility issue, the web address of the content you are attempting to access, your preferred format for the content, and your contact information.
Deadline
The FAA is not accepting applications for the Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers workforce development grants right now. We plan to post a Notice of Funding Opportunity on grants.gov that will include application details and deadlines. Check back here for updated information.
OAS Helicopters Signs Up for Rusada’s ENVISION
OAS Helicopters, a Nigerian charter operator, has awarded Rusada a contract for the use and implementation of their MRO and flight operations software, ENVISION.
Odengene Air Shuttle Services Limited (OAS) has operated in the region since 1992. Headquartered in Lagos and operating out of Port Harcourt, OAS recently acquired a new AW139 helicopter for use in supporting oil and gas operations for the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation.
As well as signing up for several of ENVISION’s key modules, OAS are also employing its flight operations solution to help organize their flights and crew.
This new deal further strengthens Rusada’s footprint in Africa and will be supported by their MEA team, based in Dubai.
“We were looking for an industry-proven, all-in-one solution for our operation,” Edwin George, deputy managing director of OAS Helicopters said. “In ENVISION we found a system with comprehensive capability and a logical interface that will serve to significantly increase the efficiency of our operation.”
Julian Stourton, CEO at Rusada added: “The awarding of this contract during the current pandemic, is recognition of Rusada’s ability to implement, advise and support our customers remotely. Work on the project with OAS has already begun, and not only are we finding this remote approach pragmatic, but also very efficient. We look forward to a long and successful relationship with OAS Helicopters.”
Eclipse Synthetic Vision and Autothrottle Kit Available from IS&S
The FAA certified Innovative Solutions & Support’s Synthetic Vision (SVS) installation and Autothrottle Upgrade for the Eclipse Jet, applicable to aircraft with software versions 2.7.8 and 2.7.10. This installation marks IS&S’s first upgrade directly to Eclipse owners and involves substantial pre-orders. Eclipse owners now have the benefit of a significant avionics equipment upgrade and ongoing product support directly from their partnership with IS&S.
“IS&S is excited to support the Eclipse Owners and Operators with this Upgrade and greatly appreciates their continued enthusiasm and input,” Tom Grunbeck, IS&S director of Autothrottle Programs commented.
In developing this Eclipse upgrade, IS&S says it prioritized the operational and safety advantages of:
- Upgrading the Primary flight displays with SVS
- Enabling autothrottle operation down to approach minimums with improvements in the shutoff switch now being within the pilot’s direct control, instead of on the landing gear select switch
- Software upgrades that provide improved presentation of performance and situational data displayed on cockpit instruments, as well as on the pilot’s EFB. They include: Map airspace labeling upgrade, ethernet initialization upgrade, EFB rendering performance upgrade, Fly By/Fly Over logic upgrade, 2.7.8 software upgrade to 2.7.10.
PPG Coatings Help AMDA Foundation Limited, Aviat Global Restoration Project
PPG announced that its aerospace business in Australia collaborated with AMDA Foundation Limited and Aviat Global to revitalize a piece of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) history – a Canberra Bomber aircraft (serial number A84-232).
Built at the Government Aircraft Factory (GAF) in Avalon in 1956, A84-232 served with the No. 2 RAAF Squadron as part of the 35th Tactical Fighter Squadron, U.S. 7th Air Force, from August 1967 to June 1971. From 1971 to 1972, the aircraft was one of six Canberra Bombers to be modified for aerial survey work, carrying on this role until it was retired from service in 1
982. The aircraft was later issued back to the GAF for restoration and eventual display.
In June 1985, A84-232 was placed on display in the main entrance of the GAF factory at Avalon Airport, where it remained for the next 35 years. Since 2010, the aircraft has undergone a number of restorations and requires continuous upkeep to ensure that it is maintained to a presentable standard.
“The upcoming 2021 Australian International Airshow coincides with the 100th anniversary of RAAF,” said Mick Jennings, AMDA Foundation Limited head of aviation services. “Given the significance of this event, coupled with the important role that the Canberra Bomber played throughout RAAF’s history, we decided to complete a professional refurbishment of A84-232 with the help of companies like PPG, which supplies paints and coatings to Aviat Global.”
The six-month restoration project began in December 2019 within the very hangar where A84-232 was built in 1956. Jennings provided Aviat Global with th
e original drawings and colour references for the aircraft. PPG supplied a combined 120 litres of DESOPRIME HS CA7700 primer with “B” Activator and DESOTHANE HS CA8000 polyurethane topcoats in a color palette of extra dark sea grey, olive drab and black.
“The robust application properties of PPG’s CA7700 primer and CA8000 topcoat series made them the ideal products for the Canberra Bomber A84-232 repaint,” said Glen Brabant, Aviat Global MRO general manager. “PPG’s manufacturing capabilities in Australia and ability to accommodate special requests like this one are two of the many reasons why we chose to partner with the company on the restoration project.”
“Having the opportunity to partner with AMDA Foundation Limited, Aviat Global and others to restore this priceless piece of Australian history is truly an honour,” said Andrew Arena, PPG commercial account manager, Australia and New Zealand, aerospace. “We are thrilled that PPG’s aerospace coatings will protect and beautify A84-232 for years to come.”