Aug. 9, 2016, was the beginning of a Delta Airlines nightmare that might not be completely over yet. During the overnight hours, a small fire created a power outage that led to the failure of about 300 of 7,000 Delta servers. Those 300 servers were not connected to backup power.
The results of that failure included over 4,000 canceled flights, and customers continue to grumble about the way Delta handled the cancellations and delays. Eventually, Delta executives offered compensation to customers who were affected, which included $200 travel vouchers for those who wanted to rebook their travel, but even that was a source of frustration as the vouchers went only to “significantly affected” customers.
Outages like the one Delta customers and employees experienced are not isolated events. According to the USA Today article, staff from and travelers on several other airlines have experienced disruptions due to technology failures. Southwest Airlines is the most notable with a failure that resulted in more than 2,300 flight cancellations in July of this year that led to a loss of approximately $54 million. The problem is that the four major U.S. airlines in operation today are working on legacy systems that are complicated to maintain because of their ages and the always-on nature of airlines.
It’s become such a concern that, according to The Dallas Morning News article, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Edward Markey have expressed concerns about IT systems to the leaders of 13 major airlines. They worry about the effects that more disruptions could have not only on travel but also on the global economy.
How will it all work out?
No one is certain just yet.
Delta decision-makers are investing $150 million in upgrades and infrastructure this year. Will that be enough to prevent another outage like the one in August? It’s hard to say, but because upgrading from legacy systems is a multiyear process, commercial travelers should likely expect more problems like this from all of the major airlines over the next few years.
One thing is crystal clear: It’s definitely time to start flying private.
The Hawker Beechcraft 4000 is one of the top super-midsize business jets available in terms of comfort and versatility. According to a Flying magazine article, the Hawker 4000 has a great cabin size with enough room to stand. The featured 2010 model features executive seating for up to nine passengers configured with four forward club chairs and an aft three-seat berthable divan opposite two additional club chairs. All of the seating is richly appointed in Garrett grazed mercury leather.
To complement the seating, the cabin also features
- an Airshow 4000 audio and video entertainment system,
- eight LCD passenger service units, and
- six Rosen screens.
The forward galley is equipped with a microwave and nicely appointed with high-gloss Wenge woodwork.
Inside the cockpit
Inside the spacious cockpit, pilots will find the Honeywell Primus radio system, an integrated navigation and communication system. Combined with the Primus EPIC Autopilot, this software-based system provides pilots with complete control over communication, navigation, and surveillance. There is also cockpit floor storage and a cockpit observer chair with additional dedicated storage.
An engine built to last
The Pratt and Whitney 308A engines offer several features, including high durability, which complements the rugged nature of this plane. The engines also have increased safety features and high reliability, so it’s no wonder this plane is top of the line.
The auxiliary power unit is covered by Honeywell’s flexible service plan, Maintenance Service Program Gold, and the engines are covered by Pratt and Whitney Eagle Service Plan Gold. These extended coverage programs allow for routine periodic inspection and other features such as removal and transportation of engines if necessary.
If you or your organization is in the market for a new jet, the Hawker Beechcraft 4000 offers upscale luxury and built-in reliability. From the well-appointed cabin to the fully functional cockpit and workhorse engines, you can’t go wrong with this super-midsize jet.
25,000 miles. No fuel. 15 months. The first solar-powered flight around the world in the Solar Impulse 2 is being hailed as an “innovation in energy” in a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article.
The cost of innovation
17,248 solar cells powered the Solar Impulse 2 during 500 flight hours. At times, it was a dangerous journey. The longest leg of the trip, from Nagoya, Japan, to Kalaeloa, Hawaii, was more than 117 hours (five days and five nights) over the Pacific Ocean. The pilot of that leg, Andre Borschberg, flew more than 5,500 miles alone. He slept only in short naps and did yoga and meditation to keep his head clear.
That stretch of the 17-leg journey cost Borschberg and his partner, Bertrand Piccard, a 10-month delay in their solar flight around the world. According to Brent Bambury’s Day 6 article, the long flight caused damage to the batteries used to store solar energy and Borschberg and Piccard had to raise more than $20 million to complete the necessary repairs and return to their trip around the world.
The lessons learned in this flight were many, but, according to the Solar Impulse Adventure page, among them is that overnight flight powered by solar energy is completely possible. The specially designed plane had a 236-foot wingspan, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article, making it wider than the wingspan of a 747, according to the Day 6 article. That was necessary to accommodate the solar cells to generate enough energy for the overnight flight period.
A problem-solving mission
The plane also needed to be lightweight. In the end, it weighed about the same as a family sedan. All of these factors combined could well shuttle in a new era in airplane design: One that takes into consideration the ability to use sustainable solar power and new techniques for building lighter aircraft.
While the team set records during this amazing flight, that they also designed, built, and piloted the Solar Impulse 2 is even greater. Piccard puts it best on the Solar Impulse Adventure page:
“Solar Impulse was not built to carry passengers, but to carry messages. We want to demonstrate the importance of the pioneering spirit, to encourage people to question what they’ve always taken for granted. The world need[s] to find new ways of improving the quality of life. Clean technologies and renewable forms of energy are part of the solution.”
The Airbus H135, an update to the EC135 P2E name, is favored by members of law enforcement and emergency medical services companies because of its smooth ride and built-in safety features. However, these same features also make it an excellent choice for corporate transportation.
Our featured H135 has a luxurious interior that includes seven Prada leather seats and a refreshment galley. Each seat is also equipped with a Bose XX series headset.
Safety and maneuverability
Safety features on the H135, according to Airbus, include an “energy-absorbing fuselage and seats, along with crash-resistant fuel cells.” In addition, the Fenestron tail rotor and bearingless main rotor contribute to unsurpassed maneuverability and faster cruising speeds.
According to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, one of the main considerations when buying used aircraft is engine hours — and this Airbus H135 has a low 650 total hours. It also has no damage history and recently had an annual type inspection. The dual Pratt and Whitney PW206B2 engines allow for low vibration and, according to Airbus, the anti-resonance isolation system makes for a smooth flight.
State-of-the-art avionics
In the cockpit, avionics in our featured H135 include
- dual electronic attitude direction and electronic horizontal situation indicators,
- Garmin Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System and Garmin Transponder,
- high-quality Garmin Global Navigation System displays, and
- a full glass cockpit.
All of these features come together to create a well-appointed flight experience that any executive can find attractive. The safety and maneuverability of the H135 makes it perfect for densely populated areas, while the state-of-the-art avionics and fast cruising speeds mean even flights in urban areas will be smooth and relaxing.
In the June issue of Professional Pilot, Bob Rockwood compared predictions he made in 2014 to the current state of the market, using his specially designed predictions index. Most of the predications Rockwood made in 2014 were on target. For example, he said the Syberjet SJ30 didn’t have enough cabin room to justify the price tag. As of May 2016, no units had been sold.
Rockwood also predicted that the Gulfstream G650 and G550 would do well against competition such as the Bombardier Global 7000, 8000, and XRS models. The Global 7000 never made it to market, but about 540 G550s have been sold compared to 350 Global XRS jets.
Surprising industry stats
The most surprising part of Rockwood’s examination of the numbers for the 2015-2016 selling season seems to be the disparate nature of used aircraft values compared to the market. Rockwood explains that the current economy has the market in a “reverse bubble” that’s driving prices down. Not to worry, according to Rockwood. Once everything evens out, the pricing structure will right itself and we’ll be back on track.
Who will come out the winner going forward, then? It’s hard to say. Rockwood points to one technology, Hyperloop — which is based on magnetic levitation technology — as something to watch, noting that it’s time for a game changer to come along. There are plenty of technologies that fit the bill.
The future of aviation
Airbus developers are looking to technologies such as bionic structures for the aircraft of the future while Maurice J. Gallagher Jr., Allegiant Travel Co CEO, said in an article in USA Today, “The next five years will be all about increasing automation and decreasing labor cost.”
Automation can take a lot of forms. For example, according to a Flying magazine article, there’s a possibility that future airports could be fully automated. That’s probably a distant-future possibility, but wearables, in-flight connectivity, and voice commands are already starting to make a difference.
As Rockwood pointed out, aerospace technology has been our main method of high-speed travel for nearly 100 years. There’s no doubt that bright young engineers with creative imaginations are going to bring lots of changes to the industry over the next decade or two. It will be interesting to see how it all comes together.
If you’re in the market for a business-class private jet, the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) has a lot to offer. According to Boeing, the BBJ design is based on the Boeing 737, the best-selling commercial aircraft of all time. That design includes a light, aerodynamic frame that allows for increased range. In fact, the 2012 model can fly more than 6,000 nautical miles nonstop, meaning it can get you anywhere you need to go.
The BBJ is also designed with passenger comfort in mind. It has an 807-square-foot cabin that’s over 11 feet wide and 7 feet high. This means room for more passengers — up to 29 — who are able to move around freely. The BBJ also features less pressure change during climb and descent and offers passengers more oxygen during flight.
On the flight deck, the BBJ does not disappoint. In 2010, Boeing announced the addition of a state-of-the-art avionics system for the BBJ series, including the Enhanced Vision System, which helps to ensure situational awareness at critical times, and the Vertical Situation Display, which provides a vertical view of the aircraft position oriented to the predicted flight pattern and the terrain. As implemented in this 2012 model, the Rockwell Collins Flight Dynamics HGS-4000 Head-up Display and six Honeywell flat-panel LCD flight displays also ensure that pilots have full visibility and orientation in any situation. The result is more accurate flight paths and reduced landing errors or missed approaches.
This jet has two CFM International CFM56-7 engines, which were designed as the result of a partnership between General Electric and Snecma. These engines are optimized with Full Authority Digital Controls and an automated flight management system, all of which is backed by Boeing Business Jet Company maintenance and warranty agreements.
As a business-class jet, the BBJ is nearly unsurpassed in functionality and comfort. The flexibility of this aircraft means it will meet all of your needs, and you’ll know that you have a commercially designed aircraft that offers the luxury of a private jet.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released changes to its existing policy regarding the non-aeronautical use of aviation facilities June 15. Specifically, the policy update addresses the use of hangars located at federally obligated airports. Airports that have not received federal assistance in the form of Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants or federal conveyances are not subject to these constraints.
Overall, the greatest change to the existing policy is in how hangars may be used at airports that have received federal funds. In the past, they could only be used as storage for aeronautical use, and that definition was very narrow. The policy update, however, allows for the expanded use of hangars.
Members of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) have been lobbying for an expansion of the definition of “aeronautical use” for a number of years and, as a group, consider this expanded definition a win. According to the AOPA, some of the most important changes that the policy update enables include:
- Building experimental and kit aircraft in hangars — In the past, only the final assembly was permitted at the hangar, but now, more of the work can be done on-site. The AOPA maintains that this is an aeronautical activity and should be permitted in airport hangars.
- Use of empty hangars to generate revenue — However, there are a couple of caveats. According to the FAA policy, the airport must get FAA approval before entering into a long- or short-term lease. Once a 30-day lease has been approved, it can be renewed without further FAA involvement. Also, the space that is leased must be quickly recoverable should the need arise to use the leased hangar.
- Storage of non-aeronautical items in unused hangars — Another qualification with this change: The items stored in the hangar cannot interfere with the intended aeronautical use of the hangar.
- Expansion of the “operational aircraft” definition — “Operational aircraft” now includes aircraft that are down for maintenance. Airport sponsors now have the ability to determine if they will allow such aircraft to be stored in an airport hangar while maintenance is being performed.
In all, these changes to the FAA hangar policy are designed to allow federally obligated airports more control of hangar space, especially when there is excess hangar capacity. If you have additional questions about these hangar requirements, the FAA offers an FAQ webpage.
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The Gulfstream G-IV SP offers a spacious cabin that can seat 15 over its conference grouping configuration, divan section — which can be used to stretch out on long flights — and club area. All seats are upholstered with burgundy ostrich leather, and the divans feature earth-tone fabrics. Maple wood cabinetry sets off the passenger cabin, which also includes a credenza, a forward galley, and entertainment features such as three 14-inch LCD monitors, a DVD player, and a Bose sound system, which are enhanced by Aircell Gogo wireless connectivity.
Long flights are possible with the Gulfstream G-IV SP: With a cruising range of about 4,200 nautical miles, this mid-sized jet can take you places. The maximum cruising altitude is 45,000 feet and maximum operating speed is Mach 0.88. The twin Rolls Royce TAY MK611-8 engines are well-known for reliability and are covered by Rolls Royce CorporateCare, so maintenance costs are fixed and predictable, and you know you’re getting great care.
On the flight deck, the Honeywell SPZ-8400 Proline 4 avionics package can be upgraded to the Primus Elite LCD display with cursor controls and electronic charts.
The Gulfstream G-IV SP is a best-in-class mid-range jet. Schedule an appointment with one of our jet brokers today and let us help you find the perfect jet, at the perfect price, to meet all of your intercontinental needs.
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The U.K. vote to leave the European Union (EU) — the so-called Brexit — shocked the world and left many agency and industry leaders worldwide scrambling to figure out what the consequences of the decision would be. One factor particularly affected on a global scale is the aviation industry. Impending regulatory changes have many still wondering what to expect in the wake of Brexit.
Aviation benefits of EU membership
As part of the EU, the U.K. benefited from a number of legislative moves designed to deregulate the aviation industry. According to an article in Pilot Career News, legislation like the European Common Aviation Area (ECAA) and the open skies agreement have resulted in opening the airways for less-restrictive travel between the U.K., Europe, and North America as well as additional countries including Iceland, Norway, and Albania. According to Nathaniel Lichfield and Partners, other aviation benefits the U.K. was receiving included
- better laws guiding competition between airlines and aviation companies,
- enhanced aviation security and improved safety standards,
- higher quality of service for passengers,
- improved pricing and increased travel,
- newer flight routes and destinations,
- more innovative facilities, and
- access to new markets.
What does Brexit mean for U.K. aviation?
U.K. voters’ decision to leave the EU opened a chasm of uncertainty in the aviation industry, not just in the U.K. but in other countries as well. Article 50 of the Treaty of the European Union outlines a timeline for completion of the U.K. withdrawal from the EU — a maximum of two years. In that time, it will be necessary for members of the U.K. government to either negotiate remaining part of the ECAA and the European Single Market, which will also allow participation in the open skies agreement, or to negotiate new aviation regulations.
Both options have drawbacks. Remaining part of the ECAA will mean that the U.K. still has the benefits of existing EU aviation regulations — but no control or input into changes or updating those regulations. Negotiating new U.K. aviation regulations could result in higher airfare prices, reduced freedom of movement or access, or additional constraints in the industry.
It’s still not certain what the final toll of Brexit will be on the U.K. aviation industry. Only time will tell that story.
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Boeing showed off its luxurious Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) 737-700 at the 2012 Asian Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition in Shanghai, competing with other long-range offerings from Bombardier and Gulfstream. Boeing has produced over 9,000 737 models as of April 2016.
According to AxleGeeks, when compared to the average heavy private jet, the BBJ offers
- cruising altitude of 41,000 feet and speeds of 593 mph,
- a lighter total weight at 171,000 pounds,
- seating room for up to 25 passengers, and
- a maximum distance of 6,200 nautical miles.
It’s also less expensive than typical heavy business jets.
Setting a record speed flight in 2012, pilots flew the BBJ 737-700 from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand, a 5,658-nautical-mile trip, in 13 hours, 7 minutes. The National Aeronautic Association monitored the record-setting flight, and the plane had 7,800 pounds of fuel remaining when it landed due to seven auxiliary fuel tanks.
Designed as a personal business jet, rather than the typical company jet, Boeing delivers BBJs to new owners without interior furnishings or paint so they can be customized to suit the specific needs and tastes of the buyers.
This means that preowned BBJ 737-700s are often sold and then retrofitted or further customized by new buyers who take advantage of the depreciation. At 807 square feet with seven feet of head room, the spacious cabin can be fully personalized to fit specific needs.
Contact L & L International if you need assistance in purchasing or selling a private jet.
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