07 Dec 2024
Atlas Air Worldwide Announces Appointment
Atlas Air Worldwide Announces Appointment
Atlas Air Worldwide announced the appointment of Klaus Goersch to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Goersch will report to Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide. Mr. Goersch will oversee Atlas’ global flight, ground and technical operations, with direct responsibility for safety, regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Atlas Air Worldwide CEO Michael Steen, said “Klaus brings exceptional operational leadership experience and deep aviation expertise to Atlas. His proven track record of successfully managing complex airline operations, combined with his strong regulatory background and focus on operations efficiency, makes him ideally suited to help drive Atlas’ continued transformation and growth.”
C&L Aerospace acquires Cessna Citation Aircraft portfolio
C&L Aerospace announced it has entered into a long-term strategic agreement that facilitates the disassembly of end-of-life business jet aircraft. C&L will begin by initially disassembling 13 aircraft through the remainder of 2024. Parts from these aircraft will support various Cessna Citation models, including Excel (XL), XLS, XLS+, (560), Sovereign (680), and Latitude (680A). CEO of C&L Aviation Group Chris Kilgour, said “This strategic program will offer our customers greater availability of parts for these aircraft types. With our MRO facility in Bangor, Maine, and our strategically located Global Warehouse Network, C&L is uniquely positioned to support these fleets.”
Neptune Aviation operate Airbus A319 Airtankers
Neptune Aviation announcing that it is transitioning its airtanker platform from the Bae146 to the Airbus A319. The airline is partnering with Aerotec & Concept, to begin the process of converting the A319 for wildland firefighting and will gradually phase the aircraft into their aerial firefighting operations, with the first of the new fleet expected to be operational for the 2027 wildfire season. The decision to move to the Airbus A319 came after two years of extensive research and due diligence in order to pick the right platform. This included months of evaluating air frames, conducting simulated retardant drops to confirm the aircraft’s capabilities. Neptune Aviation President Jennifer Draughon, said “As the leader in aerial firefighting, we are always focused on continuous improvement. While our current fleet of BAe 146 aircraft is among the best in the industry, we started planning for this upgrade two years ago as part of our commitment to deliver the best solutions to our customers. The Airbus A319’s larger size and higher maximum takeoff weight allow for greater fire retardant capacity, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the safety of our crews, firefighters on the ground, and the communities we protect.”
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