Actualité aéronautique

America II Signs Global Distribution Agreement with Tekmos

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, has entered into a global distribution agreement with Tekmos, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in replacement solutions for obsolete microcontrollers as well as FPGA, CPLD and ASIC conversions from manufacturers such as Xilinx®, Altera® and Microsemi®.

BAE Systems Forms Strategic Alliance with Dennis Eagle on New Hybrid Refuse Trucks

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

BAE Systems has entered into an agreement with Dennis Eagle, the UK market leader in the refuse collection vehicle (RCV) industry, to integrate a heavy duty hybrid electric propulsion system into one of their low-entry cab vehicles. The newly formed alliance will perform a field trial programme during 2011 with a view to Dennis Eagle offering HybriDrive® powered vehicles to the market commencing Q4 of 2012. This alliance will introduce the use of BAE Systems HybriDrive parallel system into the European RCV market and represents the first phase of a broader strategic initiative to address a range of heavy-duty truck vocations that will also include construction, and package and delivery. The latest member of the BAE Systems HybriDrive family complements and draws upon the company’s proven HybriDrive series system, currently deployed in over 3,000 transit buses across North America and Europe.

GE Acquires Technology Assets of CSense Systems

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

GE Intelligent Platforms today announced the acquisition of technology assets from CSense Systems (Pty) Ltd. of Pretoria, South Africa. This acquisition expands GE’s Proficy^® Software Platform analytic capabilities, increasing asset performance for customers as they gain critical insight into their operations. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

BAE Systems to Showcase Range of Capabilities at National Space Symposium in Colorado Springs

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

BAE Systems will showcase a range of capabilities for space and military customers at the National Space Symposium, April 11-14 at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado. From the development of new technologies, to operations, to the sustainment of equipment and facilities, BAE Systems provides customers with support throughout the full product life cycle. Current customers include the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, and the U.S. Air Force Space Command.

Research and Markets: The Book Simulation in Aviation Training' Informs a Broad Range of Topics Relevant To Simulation Training In Aviation In Today's Environment

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Simulation in Aviation Training" book to their offering.

SAS Continuous to Streamline Its Aircraft Fleet

transmise le 11 avril 2011 par Business Wire

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Le biocarburant produit à partir de la plante non-comestible du Jatropha fait ses preuves en tant que carburant pour l'aviation

transmise le 10 avril 2011 par PRNewswire

Business Matchmaking, Inc. a rassemblé les résultats de plusieurs tests effectués auprès des lignes aériennes sur du pétrole produit à partir de la plante du Jatropha, comme substitut possible du kérosène et dont les résultats étaient impressionnants. La société sans but lucratif se spécialise dans les mises en relations des petites entreprises avec les agences gouvernementales et les grandes entreprises.

Panasonic AG-3DA1 Full HD 3D Camcorders Planned for First Flight to Space Onboard the NASA Space Shuttle Mission

transmise le 10 avril 2011 par Business Wire

2011 NAB Show -- In a new dimension for 3D, Panasonic Solutions Company today announced that its AG-3DA1 Full HD 3D camcorder is headed to space to document the International Space Station on the final mission of the NASA Space Shuttle.

The California Capital Airshow Extends Scholarship Program Application Deadline to Meet Demand

transmise le 8 avril 2011 par Business Wire

The California Capital Airshow , a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the importance of aviation for continued economic growth, inspiration and educational opportunities for today’s youth, and enhancing awareness for the service and sacrifice of our military men and women, today announced that it is has extended the deadline of its scholarship program and is accepting applications through May 9, 2011, from all areas of California.

LAN Airlines Monthly Statistics Report for March 2011

transmise le 8 avril 2011 par Business Wire

LAN Airlines S.A. and its subsidiaries, (“LAN” or “the Company”) (NYSE: LFL / IPSA: LAN), one of the leading airlines in Latin America, today reported its preliminary monthly traffic statistics and punctuality indicators for March 2011.