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SaudiGulf Airlines Selects Rusada’s Envision™ Technology

Start-up airline becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region


DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA, July 27th 2017 – Envision™, the leading Aviation Maintenance and Engineering technology suite from Rusada, has been chosen by SaudiGulf Airlines following a competitive selection process.
The airline, which launched daily flights between Dammam, Jeddah, Riyadh and Abha in October 2016, will use the Envision suite to support their CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), line maintenance, materials management and quality and safety management functions across their operation.

Announcing the deal, Rusada CEO Julian Stourton said “SaudiGulf Airlines are committed to providing the highest quality and safety standards for their customers. In delivering that commitment, they wanted to partner with a vendor who they could work within the long-term as well as one who offered a technology platform that met their requirements”.

SaudiGulf, the Kingdom’s newest carrier, currently operates a fleet of Airbus A320s with Bombardier C300s on order, and has an agreement in place to expand its long-haul network by working with Boeing to support the airlines wide body requirements.

Julian continued, “From a standing start, SaudiGulf has had a hugely successful launch phase and has an ambitious vision and growth plan. Our Envision solution is specifically engineered to be flexible, quick to deploy and scalable and SaudiGulf’s selection of our suite is a further endorsement of these credentials.”

Already one of the leading providers of engineering and maintenance technology solutions globally, the project with SaudiGulf Airlines makes Envision one of the most widely deployed solutions across the Middle-East.

Julian concluded, “SaudiGulf becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region and joins an active community of aviation organisations who use our technology and actively contribute to the ongoing development of our solution roadmap”.

SaudiGulf Airlines Selects Rusada’s Envision™ Technology

Start-up airline becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region


DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA, July 27th 2017 – Envision™, the leading Aviation Maintenance and Engineering technology suite from Rusada, has been chosen by SaudiGulf Airlines following a competitive selection process.
The airline, which launched daily flights between Dammam, Jeddah, Riyadh and Abha in October 2016, will use the Envision suite to support their CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), line maintenance, materials management and quality and safety management functions across their operation.

Announcing the deal, Rusada CEO Julian Stourton said “SaudiGulf Airlines are committed to providing the highest quality and safety standards for their customers. In delivering that commitment, they wanted to partner with a vendor who they could work within the long-term as well as one who offered a technology platform that met their requirements”.

SaudiGulf, the Kingdom’s newest carrier, currently operates a fleet of Airbus A320s with Bombardier C300s on order, and has an agreement in place to expand its long-haul network by working with Boeing to support the airlines wide body requirements.

Julian continued, “From a standing start, SaudiGulf has had a hugely successful launch phase and has an ambitious vision and growth plan. Our Envision solution is specifically engineered to be flexible, quick to deploy and scalable and SaudiGulf’s selection of our suite is a further endorsement of these credentials.”

Already one of the leading providers of engineering and maintenance technology solutions globally, the project with SaudiGulf Airlines makes Envision one of the most widely deployed solutions across the Middle-East.

Julian concluded, “SaudiGulf becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region and joins an active community of aviation organisations who use our technology and actively contribute to the ongoing development of our solution roadmap”.

SaudiGulf Airlines Selects Rusada’s Envision™ Technology

Start-up airline becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region


DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA, July 27th 2017 – Envision™, the leading Aviation Maintenance and Engineering technology suite from Rusada, has been chosen by SaudiGulf Airlines following a competitive selection process.
The airline, which launched daily flights between Dammam, Jeddah, Riyadh and Abha in October 2016, will use the Envision suite to support their CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), line maintenance, materials management and quality and safety management functions across their operation.

Announcing the deal, Rusada CEO Julian Stourton said “SaudiGulf Airlines are committed to providing the highest quality and safety standards for their customers. In delivering that commitment, they wanted to partner with a vendor who they could work within the long-term as well as one who offered a technology platform that met their requirements”.

SaudiGulf, the Kingdom’s newest carrier, currently operates a fleet of Airbus A320s with Bombardier C300s on order, and has an agreement in place to expand its long-haul network by working with Boeing to support the airlines wide body requirements.

Julian continued, “From a standing start, SaudiGulf has had a hugely successful launch phase and has an ambitious vision and growth plan. Our Envision solution is specifically engineered to be flexible, quick to deploy and scalable and SaudiGulf’s selection of our suite is a further endorsement of these credentials.”

Already one of the leading providers of engineering and maintenance technology solutions globally, the project with SaudiGulf Airlines makes Envision one of the most widely deployed solutions across the Middle-East.

Julian concluded, “SaudiGulf becomes Rusada’s 12th customer in the Middle East region and joins an active community of aviation organisations who use our technology and actively contribute to the ongoing development of our solution roadmap”.

Driving De-Icing Forward: UTC Aerospace Systems Responds To Customer Needs With Patented Technology, Expanded Service

— New DuraTherm® propeller de-icer enhances aircraft operational efficiency through uniform heat distribution and resistance to foreign object damage

— Network of 13 authorized installation centers blankets the U.S. to save operators time and money, and reduce service turnaround time

— Textron Aviation selects UTC Aerospace Systems pneumatic and propeller de-icers for its Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop program

OSHKOSH, Wis., July 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Cutting-edge technology plus an expanded network of authorized installation centers are giving owners, operators and customers like Textron Aviation more reasons to continue to collaborate with UTC Aerospace Systems on their de-icing needs.

At the Oshkosh Air Show today, UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), unveiled its new DuraTherm® propeller de-icer. Using technology originally developed by UTC Aerospace Systems to meet the U.S. military’s needs for propeller de-icing in harsh environments, DuraTherm® is designed to enhance aircraft operational efficiency. The system’s patented commercial heater technology provides uniform heat distribution to help shed ice quickly and efficiently, while its resistance to foreign object damage (FOD) helps aircraft maintain continued operation. DuraTherm® is fully interchangeable with current propeller de-icers and FAA certified.

To further help owners and operators keep their aircraft in flight, and reduce the travel time and expenses associated with aircraft service, UTC Aerospace Systems has launched an expanded U.S. national network of 13 authorized de-icing installation centers. Each location offers a full suite of factory-grade support for UTC Aerospace Systems de-icing solutions, found on more than 200 models of general, business and regional aircraft. For more information and a complete list of centers, please click here.

Widely recognized within the industry for its leading de-icing products and services, UTC Aerospace Systems also announced today it has been selected by Textron Aviation to provide Goodrich Estane® pneumatic and propeller de-icers and support services for the Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop program. Through its proprietary surface material, Goodrich Estane® de-icers offer greater resistance to cold cracking, corrosive fluid resistance and improved durability and life. The Cessna Denali’s first flight is expected in 2018.

“For nearly a century, since B.F. Goodrich invented pneumatic de-icing boots in 1928, our company has been at the forefront of de-icing solutions,” said Mark Skarohlid, Vice President of Business Development for Sensors & Integrated Systems, UTC Aerospace Systems. “We’re proud of our de-icing legacy and dedicated to honoring it through continued innovations and our ongoing commitment to peerless customer service.”

For more information on UTC Aerospace Systems de-icing solutions, stop by the company’s booth at the Oshkosh Air Show in Hangar B, # 2130, or visit http://www.goodrichdeicing.com/.

Teledyne Signs New Joint Marketing Agreement with ASG to Create Seamless Solution for EFB Power and Connectivity

JUL 25, 2017 –  Teledyne Controls and Avionics Support Group, Inc. (ASG) have signed a joint marketing agreement to promote Teledyne’s Aircraft Interface Device (AID) solution, GroundLink® AID+, with ASG’s proven range of patented Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) mounting and power devices to deliver a complete connectivity solution.

ASG’s range of mounts support several different sized cradles and allow users to select whichever tablet they choose for their EFB hardware. The company is the FAA PMA-approved OEM of the Constant Friction Mount (cfMount™), currently used by some of the world’s largest airlines.

Teledyne Controls’ GroundLink® AID+ enables airlines to connect tablets to the GroundLink® Comm+ unit, for all flight phases, wired, or wirelessly via the AID+ Wireless Access Point (WAP).

Murray Skelton, Director of Business Development and Strategy at Teledyne Controls, sees advantage in delivering a complete ‘package’: “Between the two companies, airlines can now power and charge commercial tablets and crew devices and connect those devices inflight with an aircraft’s existing onboard data systems to significantly enhance the management and the exchange of information between the aircraft, flight crew and the ground.”

Hugo L. Fortes, Vice President of Avionics Support Group added: “By teaming with Teledyne and its GroundLink® AID+, it provides our customers with a world class connectivity solution starting with our patented EFB cfMount™ and Power/Ethernet solution right through the ability to tap aircraft data for cockpit applications.”

The GroundLink® Comm+ unit, which has been typically used for automated download of flight data and later for electronic distribution of software parts and databases across the fleet, can also provide complete AID capability, by utilizing its on-ground 3G/4G IP connectivity for updating Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) and crew devices, while also providing interfaces to aircraft data and communications systems such as the FMS and ACARS, as well as Broadband SatCom.

The ACARS proxy in particular allows multiple EFBs to send and receive ACARS messages, supporting pilots with ground and air Flight Operations communications, as well as the distribution of flight documents and load sheets.

Crucially, the technology provides AID functionality without having to install a separate AID unit. And with more than 10,000 GroundLink® units already flying, it is an easy transition for those with the technology already installed, protecting their legacy investment.

“The technology not only helps to coordinate and manage information across tablets, but it also provides on-aircraft data storage, eliminates manual data entry errors, and provides internet access while on the ground,” Murray added.

The latest announcement reflects a move by an increasing number of airlines to equip their flight crew with either Windows-based tablets or Apple iPads for use as EFBs, and supply the maintenance and ground crews with devices for use as Electronic Technical Logs (eTechLog).

Intelligent ETOPS Flight Planning through skybook 

Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards – or ETOPS for those in the know, requires a different approach when it comes to flight planning and crew briefing.

Air crew need to understand not only the routes and sectors they are flying but also the ETOPS entry and exit points, ETOPS alternates, Equal Time Points, ETOPS Rule Time and much more. 

Preparing this level of detail is very time consuming for dispatchers, who can find themselves going from system to system gathering the required data and manually plotting the relevant charts. Thankfully, we have the answer to this constant challenge and it saves a lot of time. 

skybook integrates with existing flight planning systems, including Jeppesen, NavBlue and Lido, automatically generating detailed ETOPS charts by extracting data from each submitted flight plan. 

It uses the route specific information within the flight plan to import data from other sources including the UK MET Office, EUROCONTROL, NOAA and ICAO SADIS.  This allows skybook to generate ETOPS route specific charts that include all of the standard ETOPS related items such as range rings and ETPs, but also layers of information such as significant weather and upper wind and temperature.

Our ETOPS briefing packs are class leading, delivering all the benefits of skybook’s system integration and automation, removing the hassle previously experienced by dispatch teams having to manually import the information. 

skybook delivers the vital ETOPS flight information via a single portal, making it available either as a PDF or electronically for crews to read on the flight deck through our interactive tablet application, saving time and paper in the process.

Isn’t it time you found out more about how skybook could help your operations?

Switching to skybook can help reduce operating costs by:

• saving time
• creating more efficient processes
• improving consistency and accuracy 
• improving accountability
• creating a more accurate understanding of actual flight performance

Here’s all you need to know about skybook’s intelligent ETOPS flight planning (link)

For more information or to arrange your skybook introduction simply contact james.cartwright@bytron.aero 

LATEST ADDITION TO OUR GROWING TEAM

SEABURY SOLUTIONS – ALWAYS GROWING

24 July, 2017 – We are delighted to welcome Brian Walsh as the latest addition to our team in Shannon, Ireland. Brian joins the Marketing Department with vast experience in both traditional & digital marketing.

After graduating from the University of Limerick, Brian spent some time in London working as a Project Co-ordinator with an Experiential Marketing Company. Upon returning to Ireland, he continued his Marketing Career with a Utilities Company based in Limerick, before taking up his current position as Marketing Executive here in Seabury Solutions.

Outside of work, Brian can be seen playing rugby with a local Limerick Rugby Club, UL Bohemians. He also has a keen interest in travelling, cooking and tennis.

From all of us here at Seabury Solutions, welcome aboard Brian, we look forward to working with you.

ForeFlight Mobile Now Includes Key Jeppesen Flight Data

Jeppesen and ForeFlight initiate delivery of dynamic combined EFB functionality

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 20, 2017 – Jeppesen, a Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and a leader in aviation navigation and operational efficiency solutions, and ForeFlight, the innovative provider of mobile and web aviation applications, recently announced that essential Jeppesen flight data is now available within ForeFlight Mobile. The two companies recently announced a strategic alliance to deliver superior data, software and worldwide content for pilots and operators.

ForeFlight Mobile now includes the ability to display Jeppesen’s worldwide charting library. Customers can purchase standard Jeppesen charts for use inside the app through a simple e-commerce experience on foreflight.com. Customers are able to choose up to 13 regions and coverages depending upon where they fly.

ForeFlight Mobile recently added Jeppesen’s global navigation information (NavData), terrain and obstacle data. The new data services provide greater situational awareness, true worldwide reach, and simplifies the flying experience.

In a forthcoming release later this summer, ForeFlight Mobile will further leverage the strengths of both companies by combining Jeppesen’s data-driven enroute charts into the ForeFlight mapping engine to render on-screen information in real time, which will elevate the user experience.

“Integrating Jeppesen data within ForeFlight Mobile for general aviation pilots signifies the beginning of a unified effort to deliver a new generation of flight data and app technology across the aviation landscape,” said Ken Sain, chief executive officer, Jeppesen. “After years of pilots asking for it, together, Jeppesen and ForeFlight are now enhancing how pilots access flight data, process information more efficiently and create an improved overall flying experience.”

The integration of Jeppesen data and charts within ForeFlight Mobile marks the first step of the strategic alliance between the two companies. A new integrated version of Jeppesen’s FliteDeck Pro for airlines and large scale operators will be available in early 2018.

Jeppesen NavData is developed from a comprehensive aviation database, which is composed of more than one million records. To ensure accuracy, Jeppesen flight information analysts edit and verify approximately 150,000 database transactions generated from worldwide aviation data source documents during every 28-day revision cycle.

Jeppesen terrain data provides pilots with information needed to prevent flying into terrain avoidance areas, while Jeppesen obstacle data is based on the most complete database of both man-made and natural obstacles relevant to aviation. Both Jeppesen terrain and obstacle data provide pilots with the information needed to complete flights safely and efficiently.

To view more information on combined Jeppesen and ForeFlight products, please see www.foreflight.com/jeppesen and www.jeppesen.com/foreflight.

Panasonic Avionics Corporation chooses Ramco Aviation Suite

To help streamline and integrate Panasonic Technical Services activities: 64+ line stations, 7 repair stations, supply chain/logistics and service program management in 35+ countries with over 2000 users

California, USA/ Chennai, India – July 20, 2017 – On the eve of hosting Ramco User Meet (RUM) 2017, Ramco Systems, leading provider of Aviation & Maintenance software on Cloud, Mobile and Tablets, announced Panasonic Avionics Corporation, the world’s leading supplier of inflight entertainment and communication systems as customer for Ramco Aviation M&E MRO Suite V5.8.

Powered with next-gen aviation technologies/ solutions like Mobility and advanced inventory optimization, Ramco Aviation Suite will help Panasonic integrate and simplify Service Program Management, Repair, Line Maintenance, Supply Chain Management, Technical Services, Compliance & Quality, MRO Sales and other activities. Ramco’s Advanced Planning & Optimization Solution, powered by GAINS®, will enable forward inventory planning and execution across the Panasonic Technical Services Network: from strategic distribution centers such as Bothell in Washington, United States and Osaka, Japan to repair, line maintenance and customer forward stocking locations.

Commenting on awarding the contract to Ramco, Sean Gavin, Vice President, Technical Services, Panasonic Avionics Corporation said, “Innovation and customer service combined with regulatory compliance and safety are at the forefront of everything we do at Panasonic Avionics. We chose Ramco after evaluating numerous aviation software players in the industry based on its comprehensive functionality and adaptability to our needs. Closely connecting and integrating the activities of multiple functions within Panasonic Technical Services will allow us to improve the quality of the services we offer our customers. Better management of highly complex operations and increased visibility/control of resource utilization will improve performance outcomes”

“We are very excited to announce Panasonic Avionics as our client in the presence of our users and partners. Through this partnership, Ramco’s future-ready Aviation suite will effortlessly address the complex functionalities and requirements of Panasonic Avionics, while seamlessly integrating with their existing solutions. The strong integrated ecosystem between GAINS® & Ramco, and our relentless commitment around innovation and automation is helping us win the trust of large brands, globally” commented, Virender Aggarwal, CEO, Ramco Systems.

Designed to be accessible on cloud and mobile, Ramco Aviation Software continues to add technological innovations with ‘Anywhere Apps’, redefining the power of Mobility, to significantly reduce transaction time both during AOG conditions and critical aircraft turnarounds. The software helps aviation companies ensure zero tolerance to error, with higher safety standards. Ramco is changing the paradigm of enterprise software with ZERO UI powered by cool new features such as Chatbots, Mail bots, HUBs and Cognitive solutions. Furthering this, the company has also developed application compatibility on Microsoft HoloLens to bring Augmented Reality which improves efficiency in maintenance operations. With 75+ Aviation leaders onboard, Ramco is the solution of choice for several large airlines and top heli-operators and multiple MROs in the world.

Jeppesen and Wataniya Airways of Kuwait Sign Service Agreement

Jeppesen charts and International Trip Planning group to help airline begin flight operations

ENGLEWOOD, COLO., July 18, 2017 – Jeppesen, a Boeing Company, has agreed to a service contract with Wataniya Airways, a new Middle Eastern carrier based in Kuwait. As the airline is working to begin air service in the near future, Jeppesen has agreed to provide multiple services to assist the airline with several operations. Wataniya Airways will receive paper charts for navigation and International Trip Planning services from Jeppesen in the near term.

After air service is established, the airline also will use Jeppesen electronic flight bag (EFB) services to increase operational efficiency. For the short term at the point of beginning operations, Wataniya Airways also will use Jeppesen trip planning and flight dispatch services.

“As one of three national carriers for the State of Kuwait, we need trusted charts and planning solutions that will help us initiate air service, and our agreement with Jeppesen certainly will meet this need,” said Ms. Lana Alresheed, manager of PR and Media, Wataniya Airways. “We are pleased to team with Jeppesen to integrate with their expert teams to provide these services, to continue our growth in the Middle East region and beyond, in the coming years.”

Jeppesen’s renowned International Trip Planning organization will provide support for ad-hoc flights and additional operational areas. Jeppesen paper charts will provide essential navigation information, updated through a regular revision process, to help the airline initiate its regional air service in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe.

“Wataniya Airways is seeking to become a leader in regional air service and we will provide essential solutions to help establish their operations,” said Ola Lindblad, director, Jeppesen Client Management, Middle East, Africa, Russia & Central Asia. “They have an aggressive business plan and we will continue to work with their evolving needs to increase operational efficiency, moving forward.”  

Plans for Wataniya Airways service initially includes 16 destinations in the first year, including the Gulf Cooperation Council area, the Middle East, the South Asia and Indian subcontinent and North Africa.

For further detail on the industry-leading navigation, operations, training and optimization solutions provided by Jeppesen, please visit www.jeppesen.com.

For more information on the air service to be provided by Wataniya Airways, please see www.wataniyaairways.com.