Market Intelligence: Asia Pacific
Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Pipistrel Aircraft, Releases First Part of its Four-Part Video Series Exploring the Velis Electro Aircraft Battery
Pipistrel Aircraft releases the first video in their four-part series exploring the Velis Electro battery and why it is one of the safest and most sustainable options available. Check it out below.
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Distance Aviation Learning Provider, CPaT, Expands its Client Base in Asia Pacific with Air Niugini Contract
CPaT Global, the world’s leading provider of distance learning for the airline and aviation industry, announced they have been awarded a new contract with Air Niugini. CPaT will be providing Air Niugini with the robust library of Pilot Aircraft System courses for the Boeing B737-800, Boeing B767-300, Fokker F100, Bombardier DHC-8 100/300, and Bombardier Q400 fleets along with the full library of Aviation Specialty courses (General Subjects). In addition, Air Niugini will be utilizing CPaT’s FMS Skills Trainer for their Boeing B737-800 and B767-300 fleets.
Air Niugini will also be receiving CPaT’s all new, industry leading, Aircraft Systems for Cabin Crew and Cabin Crew Safety and General Subjects for their Boeing B737-800 and Boeing 767-300 fleets.
“CPaT’s extensive library of pilot and cabin crew aircraft system courses is well-suited to support all fleets operated by Air Niugini,” said Capt. Greg Darrow, Vice President of Sales. “Paired with FMS Skills Trainers, CPaT is providing Air Niugini with the courses and services to meet their goal of providing the highest standard of training to their pilots and cabin crew.”
Acting Chief Executive Officer of Air Niugini Limited, Mr. Gary Seddon, said, “We are excited to have partnered with a world-renowned provider of distance learning, where our pilots and cabin crew can now choose from a wide range of high-quality courses online, at their own convenience and schedule flexibility. Air Niugini believes in continual investment in skills development and seeks innovative solutions wherever possible, to achieve successful outcomes.”
Air Niugini is based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
About CPaT
CPaT Global, LLC (CPaT) is the market leader in distance learning for the aviation industry. CPaT delivers software-as-a-service applications to more than 300 global aviation customers, serving 100,000+ individual users, and providing nearly two million hours of training each year. CPaT pioneered the use of distance learning in aviation training more than 25-years ago and has built on that legacy to offer new and imaginative training solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and invaluable. CPaT transforms aviation instruction by providing smart training solutions, and vision for curriculum spanning aircraft systems, general subjects, and operational procedures.
About Air Niugini
Air Niugini is the national airline of Papua New Guinea (PNG), with a base at Jacksons International Airport, Port Moresby. It operates a network of both domestic and international routes including 21 domestic PNG ports and 10 international destinations. The international network includes destinations in Australia, Asia and the Pacific. Niugini is the Tok Pisin word for New Guinea. Air Niugini celebrates its 50th Year of Operation in 2023.
Source: CPaT Press Release
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Embraer Deliveries Increase 47% in 2Q23 Totaling 17 Commercial and 30 Executive Jets
Embraer delivered a total of 47 jets in the second quarter of 2023, of which 17 were commercial aircraft and 30 were executive jets (19 light jets and 11 midsize jets). During the year, the company delivered a total of 62 aircraft (24 commercial and 38 executive). The second quarter deliveries were 47% higher than in the same period from 2022. In the first half of 2023, the volume has increased 35% compared to 2022, when 46 jets have been delivered. Compared to the second quarter of 2022, deliveries volume increased by 55% in Commercial Aviation and 43% in Executive Jets. The firm order backlog ended the period at US$ 17.3 billion.
In Commercial Aviation, American Airlines signed a firm order with Embraer for seven new E175s. The aircraft will be operated by the subsidiary Envoy Air. With deliveries to begin 4Q23, Envoy’s fleet of E-Jets will grow to over 141 aircraft by the end of 2024. Embraer also received a firm order from Binter for six E195-E2s, which will bring Binter’s E2 fleet to 16 jets when deliveries are completed. This order will be included in Embraer’s backlog once all contractual contingencies are cleared.
Malaysia’s SKS Airways closed an agreement to add ten E195-E2 jets to its fleet. In addition, SKS joined the Pool Program to support aircraft to be operated in Southeast Asia. Scoot, a lowcost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, is also adding nine E190-E2s to its portfolio. And Royal Jordanian Airlines reached an agreement to introduce eight E190-E2 and E195-E2 jets into its operations, with deliveries starting in the 4Q23. All three agreements involved contracts with the leasing company Azorra.
Four E175s began to operate with Star Air, an Indian airline that already operates E-Jets. Star Air has also extended its Pool Program contract to include the E175s in its fleet.
In addition to Star Air and SKS Airways, Embraer Services & Support signed Pool Program contract extensions with Rex Group (Australia) and Amelia (France). Another highlight of the quarter for the business unit was the announcement of 20 E-Jets P2F for the Lanzhou Group. This is the first Embraer P2F agreement in China.
In Executive Aviation, NetJets signed a contract with Embraer for the acquisition of up to 250 Praetor 500 jet options. The deal is valued at more than US$ 5 billion, and deliveries are expected to begin in 2025.
For Embraer Defense & Security, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Saab to position the C-390 Millennium as the preferred solution for the tactical air transport requirements of the Swedish Air Force and in the search for opportunities for potential Gripen customers in Latin America.
About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer (NYSE: ERJ; B3: EMBR3) completes 50 years of operations in the Commercial Aviation, Executive Aviation, Defense & Security, and Agricultural Aviation segments. The Company designs develops, manufactures, and markets aircraft and systems, in addition to providing after-sales Services & Support to customers.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 8,000 aircraft. On average, every 10 seconds an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off from somewhere in the world, transporting more than 145 million passengers annually.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets with up to 150 seats and the main exporter of high value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service centers, and parts distribution, among other activities, in the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Source: Embraer Press Release
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Aircraft Manufacturer Bombardier Delivers 29 Aircraft in Second Quarter
Bombardier had 29 deliveries during the second quarter which is one more aircraft than the same period last year and has a solid line of sight to reach the overall 2023 guidance of greater than 138 deliveries, the business jet manufacturer announced in its second quarter 2023 financial results.
The results signals continued progress on all business fundamentals and performance on track toward reaching 2023 full-year guidance.
“Bombardier delivered a very strong second quarter. Our team successfully navigated a highly dynamic business environment that saw sustained demand for new and pre-owned jets, as well as steady service growth, all while supply chain pressure persisted,” said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier. “We continue to progress on our positive trajectory by delivering remarkable growth in profitability, propelled by a strong adjusted EBITDA increase and margin expansion, as well as a positive adjusted net income and earnings per share. Thanks to our team’s tremendous work, we boosted our revenues this quarter by 8 % year-over-year, driven in part by an exceptional 19% year-over-year aftermarket revenue increase.”
Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world’s most exceptional business jets.
Source: Excerpts from Bombardier Press Release
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New Zealand-based Massey University Celebrates 30 Students who Received their Commercial Pilot Licenses
Massey University’s School of Aviation’s Wings ceremonies take place as each cohort completes the flight-training component of the Bachelor of Aviation (BAv) degree. For most, getting their commercial pilot’s licence, or ‘Wings’, is just as significant as their graduation ceremony.
This year, 30 students received their wings. The group included one international student, Shagun Sharma, whose parents flew over from India to attend the ceremony.
The valedictory speech for the cohort was delivered by Isaac Leigh. In his speech, Isaac reflected on the many late nights and early mornings he and his fellow students have been through to get to this point.
“From those early days when our landings resembled roller coaster rides, to the first time we legally flew through clouds with finesse and confidence, we have come a long way. We’ve made it through gruelling flight exams that seemed to ask us questions from a parallel universe and we’ve experienced those awkward moments when plans or landings didn’t go exactly as planned. Let’s just say we’ve left a tire skid or two on several runways across New Zealand.”
Isaac also thanked the School’s flight instructors, maintenance and operations teams, lecturers, mentors, friends, family and academic faculty.
“Your endless commitment, airmanship, and passion has helped frame us into driven, skilled, professional pilots. We are infinitely grateful to you, and we hope that we have and will continue to make you proud.”
As well as students being given their wings, a number of special awards were presented at the ceremony.
William Brightwell was awarded the School of Aviation Outstanding Student Award. He says his interest in aviation comes from his father being a helicopter pilot and the stories he told. William initially wanted to join the Air Force but during his last year at secondary school he discovered Massey’s BAv programme.
He says he’s thoroughly enjoyed his time at Massey and is looking forward to getting further involved in aviation with Air Chathams and pursuing an instructors rating.
Several other students achieved special awards, including Benjamin Carlisle who received the Airways Corporation Academic Award for the highest grade-point average in the compulsory papers of the Air Transport Pilot major of the BAv.
Nina Devlin was awarded the Zonta Club of Manawatū Aviation Award in Honour of Amelia Earhart. This award recognises exceptional female aviation students who exhibit the key professional attributes of the BAv programme.
Other awardees were:
Micah Sullivan – Air New Zealand Flying Award
Seongsan Ko – Palmerston North Airport Professional Attributes Award
Steven Wollenweber – Fieldair Engineering Ltd Aviation Systems Award
Jim Chiang – Hugh Francis Navigation Award
Matthew Matthews – ASPEQ Flight Instruction Award
Josh Madgwick – Craig Merryweather Memorial Scholarship
Gregory Van Der Meulen – Beth Merryweather Award
Timothy McAlevey – Royal Aeronautical Society Bachelor of Aviation Management Trophy
Chloe Benadie and Eunseo Choi – Royal Aeronautical Society Shield.
The School’s BAv alumni now includes a second father and son combo. Alex Petrovich, who just received his wings, is the son of Andrey Petrovich who graduated with his BAv in 2007.
The guest speaker was Captain Christine Ody, who is the General Manager of Pilots at Air New Zealand.
Captain Ody has been in the aviation industry for more than 26 years and spoke about how a pilot’s journey is by no means a solo one, despite it seeming that way.
“It’s a pilot’s family and friends who play an integral role in their success. Whether it’s moving cities or postponing events, they will have to make sacrifices for you.
“This journey is not an easy one. It takes dogged persistence and sacrifice. When you get your first paid flying job, it’ll be a steep learning curve. I encourage you to lean into it.”
School of Aviation Chief Executive Officer Ashok Poduval ended the proceedings by imploring the students to stay motivated and continue their learning.
“It’s your commitment that has got you to this stage. I encourage you to remain prepared and stay connected to the aviation industry. Luck is where opportunity meets preparation.”
Source: Massey University Press Release
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Textron, Elects Retired General Michael X. Garrett to Board of Directors
Textron Inc. announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023. Garrett is a retired United States Army four-star general with nearly 40 years of service, most recently serving as Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), the largest command in the U.S. Army, from March 2019 until his retirement in July 2022.
“We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board,” said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott Donnelly. “His extensive experience in the military and deep understanding of training and deploying U.S. military forces will enable our company to better serve our military customers. We are fortunate to have a leader and strategic thinker of such high caliber joining our Board,” Donnelly added.
As FORSCOM Commander, General Garrett led 750,000 combat and support personnel through the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifting global security landscape. His earlier command tours included U.S. Army Central Command for almost four years, during which he was responsible for all Army activity in the Central Command area. Previously, he spent six years leading Army activity in the Middle East, first as Chief of Staff, U.S. Central Command and later as commanding general.
“I am incredibly excited to join the Textron team,” General Garrett said. “Their corporate values of integrity, respect, trust, and pursuit of excellence reflect the ethos I’ve always sought to instill within the Army’s soldiers, families, and teams. I look forward to serving Textron in support of its corporate goals and strong culture.”
General Garrett currently serves as an Executive in Residence for Fayetteville State University, a Distinguished Senior Fellow on National Security at the Middle East Institute, a Senior Mentor at the U.S. Army War College and a director of Semper Fi & America’s Fund.
He is a graduate of Xavier University, and a career Infantryman, paratrooper and Army Ranger. His military decorations include the Distinguished Service and Defense Superior Service medals, and he is a Distinguished Member of the 75th Ranger Regiment.
About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems.
Source: Textron Press Release
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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of July 2023
In July 2023, Airbus:
- Delivered 65 aircraft to 36 customers
- 5 A220-300
- 1 A319neo
- 17 A320neo
- 31 A321neo
- 3 A330-900
- 5 A350-900
- 3 A350-1000
- Secured 60 orders
- 49 A321neo
- 11 A350900
- Year to date Airbus has delivered 381 aircraft to 76 customers.
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Check out last month’s orders and deliveries here.
Source: Airbus
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