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Cessna Program Helps Predict Expenses, Protects Resale Values

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Sat, 12/05/2009 - 14:48.

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Tired of hourly aircraft maintenance rates constantly going up without rhyme or reason? Well, some Cessna Citation operators may be able to put that problem behind them. The new program is called ProTech, and it is available exclusively for Citation owners.

“Cessna’s ProTech allows our company to accurately forecast future labor costs on a brand new aircraft design,” says Neil Douglas of MSTG 38. LLC.” Since we operate an early model Mustang, projecting upcoming labor costs was extremely important; enrollment with ProTech provides the labor cost assurance we are looking

1982 MITSUBISHI DIAMOND I

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/29/2009 - 19:16.

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Call 407-712-2806 For Information on this Plane

Equipment Specifications

Year 1982
Manufacturer MITSUBISHI
Model DIAMOND I
Price Call
Location Winnetka, Illinois
Condition USED
Serial Number A029SA
Registration Number N100RS
Total Time 4715 Hours

General Information
Available Immediately, RVSM, Maintained under FAR Part 135 AAIP using factory recommended program

Detailed Description
Basic Operating Weight: 10,503
MGTOW: 15,500
Availability: Immediately
FR Program: Pt 135 AAIP using factory recommended
Damage: Yes
Pro Parts: None

First Sierra Super II aircraft delivered to new owners

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Wed, 12/17/2008 - 01:52.

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The first delivery of a Sierra Industries’ Super II took place this past weekend with a flawless flight from Texas to California. The inaugural trip, a non-stop flight from San Antonio to Northern California, occured on Sunday and the delighted owners called to report an excellent flying experience. After climbing straight to FL430 in just 27 minutes at maximum takeoff weight, the flight arrived in California with 1.5 hours of fuel still remaining, despite a 50 knot headwind.

GULFSTREAM INTRODUCES THE NEW GULFSTREAM G250

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/13/2008 - 15:57.

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GULFSTREAM INTRODUCES THE NEW GULFSTREAM G250
Super Mid-Size Business Jet Offers Largest Cabin And Longest Range In Its Class

Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), today announced the introduction of its newest super mid-size business jet: the Gulfstream G250. The G250 offers the largest cabin and the longest range at the fastest speed in its class.

The G250 is capable of traveling 3,400 nautical miles at 0.80 Mach and has a maximum operating speed of 0.85 Mach. With an initial cruise altitude of 41,000 feet, the G250 can climb to a maximum altitude of 45,000 feet, where it can avoid air-traffic congestion and adverse weather.

First Flight of A Citation S550

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Mon, 08/04/2008 - 12:25.

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First Flight of A Citation S550

Modified with Williams International FJ44-3A Engines

This New Program Builds on the Current Citation 550 Engine

Modification Program that is Nearing Certification

Kalamazoo, Mich., July 18, 2008 – Clifford Development announced the first flights of a Citation S550 equipped with Williams International FJ44-3A engines. These flights are significant milestones in the development of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to certify Cessna Citation S550 aircraft with new engines – improving performance, cost of operation and safety.

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Goes Higher, Farther and Faster with the New Premier II

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Sat, 06/07/2008 - 07:46.

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Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Goes Higher, Farther and Faster with the New Premier II

Announces the world’s largest, best performing and most technologically advanced single-pilot business jet

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today launched the newest member of its legendary family of capable, comfortable, reliable and efficient jets—the new Beechcraft Premier II light business jet. Evolving from the highly successful Premier IA, the Premier II will feature higher cruise speeds, a 20 percent longer range with four passengers and an increased payload while still offering the largest cabin and most technologically advanced single-pilot business jet in the world.

“For 75 years, our company has been on the forefront of private and business jet aviation,” said Jim Schuster, Hawker Beechcraft chairman and CEO. “The Beechcraft Premier II will redefine the light jet market and take it to a new level in meeting customer expectations. With its unmatched performance and efficiency, impressively spacious cabin and advanced technology, the Premier II is a natural choice for business and private travelers who want to travel in comfort and get to their destination quickly.”

GULFSTREAM CELEBRATES ROLL-OUT OF 200TH GULFSTREAM G200

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Sat, 06/07/2008 - 07:20.

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GULFSTREAM CELEBRATES ROLL-OUT OF 200TH GULFSTREAM G200

The 200th Gulfstream G200 was rolled out today at the Israel Aerospace
Industries (IAI) manufacturing plant at Ben Gurion International Airport,
Israel. The “green” business jet now moves to the Gulfstream
Center of Excellence completion facility for mid-cabin business
aircraft in Dallas, Texas, where it will be outfitted and painted.

“This is
a historic moment for Gulfstream and IAI,” said Joe Lombardo, president,
Gulfstream Aerospace. “Manufacturing 200 aircraft of a single model
is a significant accomplishment. In addition to highlighting the hard work
of IAI employees, this milestone spotlights the G200’s superior performance
as well as its popularity in the business-aviation industry.”

First Production Cessna SkyCatcher Completes First Flight

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Tue, 05/13/2008 - 10:02.

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First Production Cessna SkyCatcher Completes First Flight

Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, completed the first flight of the first production model SkyCatcher May 1, about eight weeks after the first prototype SkyCatcher flew.

The 30-minute SkyCatcher flight departed Cessna Aircraft Field Airport adjacent to McConnell Air Force Base and consisted of flight maneuvers evaluating the controllability and stability of the aircraft. The SkyCatcher, flown by Cessna Engineering Test Pilot Dale Bleakney, returned to Cessna Field (KCEA) as scheduled where it will continue development testing.

In addition to having two aircraft in the test program, Cessna is set to begin static and fatigue testing on a separate airframe in mid-May.

Cessna Rolls Out First Production Citation XLS+

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Mon, 05/12/2008 - 11:17.

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Cessna Rolls Out First Production Citation XLS+

Employees at Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, celebrated the roll out of the first production Citation XLS+ on Friday at the company's primary design and manufacturing facilities in Wichita. The XLS+ is the latest version of the world's best-selling business jet model.

The first production unit now will go to paint and interiors, while two flight test aircraft continue to work toward type certification. Federal Aviation Administration certification is expected by mid year, with deliveries starting before the end of 2008.

First Flight Successful for Cessna’s Citation CJ4

Submitted by Aircraft Source on Sun, 05/11/2008 - 12:48.

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First Flight Successful for Cessna’s Citation CJ4

Cessna Aircraft Company, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, completed first flight of its Citation CJ4 business jet prototype today.

“It was an outstanding first flight,” said Cessna Senior Engineering Test Pilot Dan Morris, who flew the aircraft with Engineering Flight Test Manager Dave Bonifield as co-pilot. “We tested quite a number of the systems on the aircraft, including the autopilot, and all performed very well. The FADECs operated just as we expected, and along with the four displays of the Pro Line 21, this is a very pilot-friendly aircraft. Operators will transition easily into the CJ4.”

The 2-hour, 22-minute flight departed McConnell Air Force Base just after 11:30 a.m. and consisted of flight maneuvers evaluating stability and control along with initial systems evaluations. While the pilots took the prototype on a sustained climb to 16,000 feet, engineers monitored the aircraft’s instrumentation and safety equipment via telemetry systems at Cessna’s engineering facility at Mid-Continent Airport, where the CJ4 landed.