NEWS Last November, HS-NA was provided with the unique
opportunity to restore an AS332L-1 Super Puma that had been damaged during the tsunami which hit Japan in 2011. Rainier Heli-Lift Inc. purchased the aircraft shortly after the incident, and decided to restore it to service by having HS- NA perform a complete overhaul on the aircraft. “The decision to make this MRO agreement with Vector
was based on the outstanding support they have provided other operators, and the timing of this project aligned well with Vector’s new AS322L-1 capabilities,” states Richard “Lash” Lerew, Executive VP, Rainier Heli International. “We were extremely pleased to receive the fi nished project in late December 2013, and the aircraft is now in full service.” HS-NA performed a number of MRO operations on the
aircraft including a complete airframe re-wire, a signifi cant accomplishment requiring over 100KMs of wire. A complete 7,500 hour airframe inspection and an internal and external paint job were also performed. Vector HS- NA also performed two main landing gear fi tting changes with the assistance of specialists from Airbus Helicopters, who spent fi ve weeks working with Vector Aerospace’s technicians to help them achieve this complex repair within the tight project delivery schedule. “Access to the unique Super Puma market has greatly
improved our ability to react quickly to customer requirements,” states Elvis Moniz, Vice President of Operations at HS-NA’s Langley facility. “Vector has positioned itself in the Super Puma market as a center of excellence for MRO activities in a short amount of time, having processed major inspections on nine Super Pumas this past year.” For more information, visit
www.vectoraerospace.com.
ROLLS-ROYCE AND LOCKHEED MARTIN AGREE US$1BN DEAL TO POWER FUTURE C-130J AIRCRAFT
Rolls-Royce has completed a long-term agreement with Lockheed Martin worth up to US$1 billion to deliver approximately 600 engines to power future C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. The agreement secures the Rolls-Royce AE 2100 as the
engine of choice for all variants of the C-130J to 2025. The engine agreement will service US Government and International contract requirements between 2014 and 2018. The AE 2100 powers all C-130Js, while the Rolls-Royce T56 engines power the legacy C-130 fl eet. The global C-130J fl eet has surpassed 1 million fl ight hours, and Lockheed Martin recently announced its intent to obtain certifi cation from the Federal Aviation Administration for a new civil variant – the LM-100J. Tom Bell, Rolls-Royce, President Defense, says, “Lockheed Martin and Rolls-Royce have partnered for decades to produce thousands of the world’s leading medium transport aircraft. Our new engine agreement secures that relationship for years to come, enabling operators to continue to enjoy the versatile, powerful and fuel effi cient aircraft they have come to appreciate through 1 million fl ight hours and counting.”
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George Shultz, Lockheed Martin, Vice President and General Manager, C-130 Programs, says, “This agreement is a very important step in providing our customers the most aff ordable airlifter in the world. The C-130J Super Hercules has proven the ‘value of the power’ as the Rolls-Royce AE 2100 propulsion system allows the Super Hercules to perform any mission, anywhere, any time.” The agreement will ensure the continued success of the
versatile and proven C-130J military transport aircraft and its powerful, reliable and fuel-effi cient turboprop engines. More than 300 of the four-engine transports have been delivered to customers in 16 countries, across 16 diff erent mission types.
NATA ANNOUNCES INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE AWARDS RECIPIENTS
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announces the recipients of its Industry Excellence Awards given annually to individuals, offi ces, and organizations that have helped improve the general aviation community by demonstrating excellence in their fi eld and the highest level of customer service. NATA will present awards to the following fi ve recipients: Mr. Richard (Ric) Peri, Senior Writer for Avionics News
and Vice President of Government and Industry Aff airs for the Aircraft Electronics Association, will receive the Aviation Journalism Award that identifi es a journalist, writer, or publication excelling in consumer education or editorial support in the FBO/Air Charter industry. Mr. Peri is an active advocate for aviation small businesses worldwide and is an internationally recognized author and sought- after speaker concerning all facets of aviation maintenance. With more than 20 years of experience writing for various publications in the aviation maintenance community, he has dedicated himself to promoting standardization, consistency and regulatory compliance. The Eastern Michigan Flight Standards District Offi ce (FSDO) is the recipient of NATA’s FAA Customer Service Excellence Award and is recognized as the FAA facility that demonstrates the highest degree of customer service and elevates the quality of collaboration between the FAA and aircraft maintenance and repair facilities, Part 135 certifi cate holders, airport service organizations, and fl ight schools. The East Michigan FSDO is an integral component of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Great Lakes Region and includes 88 professionals who actively promote aviation safety and set high standards in providing oversight and support to the American public. The ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician
Award (sponsored by Aircraft Technical Publishers) acknowledges the exceptional performance of a licensed airframe and powerplant mechanic or radio repairman who has practiced his or her craft for a period of 20 or more years. NATA will present this year’s award to Mr. Jack J. Vazquez, director of maintenance for Bergstrom Aircraft, Inc., for his more than 35 years of providing the highest
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