Thursday 13 March 2014

Eurocopter Ecureuil Light utility helicopter

Eurocopter is shoring up work at its Columbus, Miss., plant by opening an assembly line for the AS350 Ecureuil/Astar light helicopter.

Work on AS350 assembly will begin during the fourth quarter of 2014 in a bid to offset the impact of the U.S. Army’s decision to reduce the number of UH-72 Lakota light utility helicopters it plans to buy. The factory will initially build 50 AS350s, with plans to expand by 2016 by producing up to 60 additional helicopters annually by 2016, the company announced on Sept. 20.



The company says the factory will undertake the AS350 assembly process using parts produced by Eurocopter and its suppliers, as well as the continued production and retrofit of UH-72s for the U.S. Army and foreign military customers including Thailand, which was announced as a possible customer for six aircraft by the U.S. Defense Security Co-Operation Agency (DSCA) in June.

“North America is the largest light helicopter market in the world for Eurocopter, and this new assembly line supports our industrial strategy by manufacturing the preferred AS350 ‘Made in the USA’ in close proximity to our customers,” said Joseph Saporito, the company’s EVP for Global Supply Chain.




“This decision further supports our investments that have developed reliable and efficient local industrial capabilities in a market with strong expected growth.”

The Columbus factory was set up specifically to produce the UH-72 Lakota for the U.S. Army, and many of the plant’s workers are U.S. military veterans. The move undoubtedly will cause some consternation among Eurocopter’s French workers, who have seen production move out of France as part of customer offset deals in Brazil and Kazakhstan.

Eurocopter argues the strategy of being in “close proximity” to its customers has delivered it several successes in key markets.

The Army, which had a program of record to buy 346 UH-72 Lakotas from EADS North America (EADS NA) through 2016, cut the number of aircraft it planned to purchase in fiscal 2014 from 31 to 10. It also eliminated the purchase of a final 10 aircraft in fiscal 2015, resulting in a reduction of 31 aircraft, bringing an end to a critical U.S. Defense Department contract for the European defense manufacturer.

The selection of the UH-72, a militarized version of the Eurocopter EC145 in 2006, was hailed as a huge success for Eurocopter and EADS. The type won ahead of competitors from established U.S. suppliers to meet the Light Utility Helicopter program, replacing H-58 Kiowas and H-1 Hueys in National Guard units and other U.S. Army units. As well as performing the utility role, the Lakota is also used for the medevac mission, search and rescue, and security and border patrol, as well as training. The U.S. Navy also uses a handful of aircraft for its Test Pilots School.




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Wednesday 12 March 2014

Piaggio P-166 Commuter Airliner and Utility Transport



Country of origin  

Italy


Type  

Commuter airliner and utility transport
History  

The Piaggio P-166 has been built in only small numbers but has been used in a wide variety of utility missions.

Intended for civil use when designed in the late 1950s, the P-166 features a large cabin which has been put to use in a variety of civil, military and quasi military roles, while its gull wing with tip tanks and pusher engines configuration like that on the P-136 amphibian, ensures it is easily identified.

The prototype P-166 first flew on November 16, 1957, and deliveries of the initial P-166AL-1 production model took place from April 1959. Just 23 were built before production switched to the P-166BL-2 Portofino, which featured more powerful 285kW (380hp) engines and an increased max takeoff weight of 3800kg (8377lb). Five Portofinos were built, while several earlier P-166s were converted to that standard with the more powerful engines.

The Italian Air Force received 51 of the military model, the P-166ML-1, for communication and training duties. This had an extra cockpit door, a larger main loading door, and a strengthened floor.

The P-166S Albatross was built for the South African Air Force as a search-and-rescue and surveillance version, twenty of which were built.

The P-166CL-2 was introduced in 1964 and featured a larger cabin and 3950kg (8708lb) max takeoff weight. It could seat 12 passengers but only two were built. It had an external landing gear pod.

The P-166DL-2 had an increased fuel capacity in the wingtip tanks, and a higher MTOW of 4100kg (9039lb).

The turboprop LTP-101 powered P-166DL-3 first flew in 1976 and was certificated in 1978. Alitalia has taken delivery of several for use as crew trainers, but most have been for the Italian government and military. Production of the radar and FLIR equipped P-166DL-3/SEM continued into the 1990s for the Italian Coastguard and it remains available on demand.

The 459kW (615shp) Pratt & Whitney PT6A-121 powered P-166DP-1 first flew in May 1999, eight have been ordered by the Italian Customs and Coastguard.




Powerplants  

P-166 - Two 255kW (340hp) Lycoming GSO-480-B1C6 geared and supercharged flat six piston engines driving three blade constant speed propellers. 
P-166DL-3/SEM - Two 450kW (600shp) AlliedSignal LTP-101-700 turboprops.

Performance  

P-166 - Max speed 357km/h (193kt), max cruising speed 333km/h (180kt), economical cruising speed 280km/h (151kt). Initial rate of climb 1240ft/min. Service ceiling 25,000ft. Max range 1930km (1040nm).
P-166DL-3/SEM - Max speed 400km/h (215kt). Range with max payload 1390km (750nm), range with max fuel 2130km (1150nm).

Weights  

P-166 - Empty 2350kg (5180lb), max takeoff 3680kg (8115lb).
P-166DL-3/SEM - Empty equipped 2688kg (5926lb), max takeoff 4300kg (9480lb).

Dimensions  

P-166 - Wing span (without tip tanks) 14.25m (46ft 9in), length 11.61m (38ft 1in), height 5.00m (16ft 5in). Wing area 26.6m2 (286sq ft). 
P-166DL-3/SEM - Same except for wing span over tip tanks 14.69m (48ft 3in), length (including chin mounted radar) 11.88m (39ft 0in).

Capacity  

Flightcrew of one or two and standard seating for eight or nine in main cabin in airliner configuration. Max seating for 12 in P-166C. Executive configuration seats five or six with toilet and bar. Air ambulance can carry two stretchers and two medical attendants.

Production  

Approximately 145 P-166s of all models built, including many for government and military customers. New production aircraft built on demand.




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Tuesday 11 March 2014

Gimpo is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.

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Gimpo is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It borders on Incheon, with which it shares the South Korean side of the Han River estuary, as well as Seoul and the lesser cities of Paju and Goyang. North Korea is across the Han River. The current mayor is Young-Rok,Yoo. The city's population of more than 300,000 is made up of more than 71,000 households.
Gimpo Airport formerly Kimpo International Airport) used to be located inside the city, but is now part of Seoul. Tertiary educational institutions located in the city include Kimpo College and Joong-ang Seungga University. There are 27 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and 8 high schools, including Gimpo Foreign Language High School. Three elementary schools, two middle, and two high schools are located in the city 
Gimhae International Airport (formerly Kimhae International Airport) (IATA: PUS, ICAO: RKPK is located on the western end of Busan, South Korea. It opened in 1976. A new international terminal opened on October Gimhae International Airport is the main hub for Air Busan. Runway 18L/36R is used for military purposes only, but due to increasing traffic, there are plans to open the runway for airliners. In passengers used the airport.
Around 2013, Busan had announced that it was proposing to cease Gimhae International Airport's operation on all passenger planes, due to the small size, small maximum amounts of space and sky-routes, and safety. They plan to move Busan's primary airport to the island of Gadeok-do, an island in southwestern Busan.Domestic flights from Seoul Gimpo  represent the majority of traffic to Busan. You can usually turn up to the airport and purchase a seat on the next plane for around 
Domestic flights from Seoul Incheon International Airport (IATA: ICN). If you are making an international connection then there are a few scheduled flights that fly directly from Incheon Airport to Gimhae with Korean Air and Asiana. They are more expensive but much more convenient than an airport transfer to Gimpo. When booking through a travel agency, try to get this connection rather than transfer to Gimpo.
Domestic flights from Jeju Island (IATA: CJU). Popular Korean tourist destination.
International flights are from major cities in Japan, China, the Philippines and Vietnam. In addition there are flights to Vladivostok, Bangkok, Taipei, Saipan, Vientiane, Macau and Hong Kong. There is also a Lufthansa service from Munich via Seoul. 'Limited period' flights are sometimes scheduled from other airlines such as Singapore Airlines and Delta.
There are also budget airlines operating from Gimhae including Air Busan and Jeju Air that fly to both domestic and international destinations, sometimes for a very low price. (Although you will need to book well in advance of your flight to get a cheap ticket)
All direct flights from Hong Kong depart between midnight and  in the morning. Most flights to Hong Kong depart late in the evening (around  although DragonAir is an exception departing at around in the morning.
Ground transportation

There are a lot of options for getting into the city, and you should choose depending on your destination, amount of luggage and whether you are traveling during rush hour. If you are staying at a main hotel, then the limousine bus will usually be the easiest way. If you are backpacking and staying somewhere in the center then using the light rail could be more convenient.
Limousine Bus The Airport limousine buses leave from both the International and Domestic terminals and connect to various locations in the city. Tickets are purchased on the bus. (However, the bus driver may have difficulty accepting notes greater than ₩10,000.) The bus driver will ask you for your stop, and if it is not an international hotel then it is worth printing it out to show them. This is a good option if you are carrying heavy baggage.
Limousine Bus Route Cost Frequency
To Seomyeon/Busan station (From Airport to Busan Station) Airport(Internation Terminal) - Domestic Terminal - Seomyeon(Lotte Hotel) - Seomyeon(1st street) - Hyundai dep. store - Busanjin Station - Busan Station - Toyoco inn Hotel - Jungangdong - Coastal Passenger Terminal - Nampodong - Chungmudong (From Busan Staion to Airport) Chungmudong - Nampodong - Coastal Passenger Terminal - Jungangdong - Busan Station - Busanjin Station - Hyundai dep. store - Seomyeon(Lotte Hotel) - Seomyeon(1st street) - Airport(International Terminal) - Domestic Terminal
To Haeundae 1 Airport(International Terminal) - Domestic Terminal - Namcheondong - Gwangandong - Suyeong Intersection - Centum hotel - Bexco - Yachting center - Hanhwa resort - Hyperion three way intersection - Westin Chosun Hotel - Grand Hotel - Novotel Ambassador - Paradise Hotel - Paledecz - Jangsan Station - Haeundae Paik Hospital - Dongbu apartment - Daelim 1cha apt - Yangwoon high school - Homeplus mart - Centum hotel - Suyeong Intersection - Gwangandong - Namcheondong - Airport(International Terminal, Departure) - Domestic Terminal, Arrival
To Haeundae Airport(International Terminal) - Domestic Terminal - Namcheondong - Crossing the Gwangan bridge - Centum hotel - Bexco - Yangwoon high school - Daedong apt - Dongbu apt - Haeundae Paik Hospital - Jangsan Station - Paradise Hotel - Seacloud hotel - Grand Hotel - Westin Chosun Hotel - Hyundai Benecity apt - Hanhwa resort - Hyundai ipark apt - Gyeongnam Marina apt - Bexco, Homeplus -Centum hotel - Crossing the Gwangan bridge - Namcheondong - Airport(International Terminal, Departure) - Domestic Terminal, Arrivals ₩7,000 every 20 minutes
Light Rail The Busan Gimhae Light Rail recently opened as a new way to get into the city, and connects to Metro lines 2 (green) and 3 (brown). It takes about an hour to get to the city center and about 90 minutes to Haeundae. If you arrive at rush hour (Morning or early evening) then this may be the fastest way in.
Local Bus City buses leave for downtown regularly. Tickets are cheap at around ₩1,000. The information desk at the International Terminal (Arrivals) can provide English speaking assistance for this.
Intercity Bus Long distances buses operate to and from the airport (see 'By Bus' in Busan)
Taxi A taxi to the city center will set you back about ₩15,000 (daytime) including tolls. A taxi to Haeundae will cost ₩25,000 when there is no traffic. Be aware that the black taxis at the airport (which foreigners are generally directed towards) are actually 'deluxe' taxis that charge much more for no discernible benefit.
For high speed connections to the rest of South Korea, the nearest KTX station is Gupo. This is 6 stations away via light rail and changing onto line 3, and will take about 20 minutes. Alternatively you can head into central Busan for the much larger Busan station, although this will take 
The airport is small, and you can even walk between the domestic and international terminals in a few minutes if you wanted.


There isn't a great deal to do in either the airport or the surrounding area. Consider taking the fast metro train into Busan or alternatively there is the town of Gimhae nearby that has a lot of historical burial mounds, and is famous for its chicken restaurants.
Ground-side you can wait out your time in the large Starbucks, or visit the traditional Korean restaurant. both are located on the second floor)
Air side, in the International Terminal there are well equipped Korean Air and Asiana lounges on the second floor. There is a general waiting area up here as well, which is less stressful than sitting next to the gates
There is a large Starbucks coffee on the land-side, along with a decent Korean restaurant, food hall, "Stef's Hotdog", Dunkin' Donuts and Popeye's on the ground floor.
On the air-side there are two small cafes open from 07:00 to 21:00 daily a Dunkin' Donuts and a convenience store. Note that on the air-side there are almost no eating options, with the cafes offering some sad looking sandwiches and reheating sausage sticks. Definitely recommended to eat before you enter if you have a long wait ahead.
Ground-side there is a Dunkin Donuts store that is open for most of the day. For wider eating options you can consider walking over to the International terminal.
There is a large duty free shopping area air-side that closes at 21:00. There is a standard convenience store as well. Note that if you shop in the Paradise Hotel Duty Free mall next to Haeundae beach in Busan, they will arrange for you to pick up your duty free items at Gimhae airport. (Also Incheon International Airport can be arranged)
There are no gift shops in the airport, although the cafes sell a boxed pastry made from chestnuts that can be given as gifts.
Telephone Rental
You can rent a Korean mobile phone on the ground level outside the 'Arrivals' gate in the International terminal. Note that South Korea requires that all phone numbers are registered, and there is no concept of a disposable pre-paid SIM card as in other countries.
You can rent a car on the ground level outside the 'Arrivals' gate in the International terminal. Note that driving in Busan, and South Korea in general, will be difficult if you are not used to the driving style in Korea (and the Busan area in particular Unless your destination is in a really remote area you should take a look at the good public transport options first.
Connect

In the International terminal Airside, there are free Internet terminals on the second floor sponsored by Busan Bank. (in front of the Korean Air and Asiana lounges
You can use the free Asiana Wi-Fi network if you are seated close to that lounge.
There are very few power points around the airport. Opposite the Asiana lounge there is a bench with a spare socket behind it. (Next to the Samsung display) Korean sockets are the same as the two pin European type.
The airport is very safe, and small enough that you will not get lost. There is a tourist information desk near Arrivals, and they should be able to assist you with any queries.
When you walk into the arrivals area you will likely be engaged by a few taxi touts. They will offer to take you to your destination; however, they are unlikely to be licensed to do so. They are completely polite and will not bother you if you shake your head and keep walking.
On the ground floor next to Arrivals there is a convenient free changing room facility for passengers. Busan Bank, and others, have quite a few ATM cash machines on the ground floor. There is also a post office.
There are only some lower end motels nearby to the airport itself. The frequent Limousine buses will take you directly to all the major international hotels in both Heaundae and central Busan.
A quick 10 minute ride on the monorail to Sasang station will put you in an area with many budget hotels. The area is a major terminal for long distance buses, and as such has many cheaper accommodation options.

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Fuji FA200 Aero Subaru Four Seat Light Aircraft







Fuji FA200 Aero Subaru Four Seat Light Aircraft


Country of origin  

Japan

Type  

Four seat light aircraft

History  

The Fuji FA200 Aero Subaru was the first wholly Japanese designed light aircraft to enter series production, with the majority built for export orders.
A product of the Fuji Heavy Industries industrial conglomerate (which was formed through the merger of six different concerns, including WW2 fighter manufacturer Nakajima, and builds Subaru cars), design work on the FA200 began in 1964. A prototype, the FA200II, first flew on August 12 1965.
The basic FA200 design was expected to form the basis of a family of light aircraft including the two seat side-by-side trainer FA200I powered by a 85kW (115hp) Lycoming O235 and the single seat F204 agricultural version. However only the four seat tourer, as represented by the prototype, entered production. This aircraft was of conventional low wing and fixed undercarriage design, and was aerobatic at reduced weights.
Three versions of the FA200 entered production, the first being the 120kW (160hp) powered FA200160, which was also certificated with reduced weights in the Utility category with three seats, and the Aerobatic with two seats. The FA200180 was essentially similar but powered by a 135kW (180hp) fuel injected IO360. Deliveries of both versions began in March 1968.
A third model joined the lineup from mid 1973, the FA200180AO. This was a reduced specification version of the FA200180 with a fixed pitch propeller and caburetted Lycoming O360 engine.
The Aero Subaru remained in production until 1977 when 274 had been built. The type remained available to special order through to 1986, by which time a further 25 had been built.

Powerplants  

FA200160 - One 120kW (160hp) Lycoming O320D2A flat four piston engine driving a two blade fixed pitch McCauley propeller. FA200180 - One 135kW (180hp) fuel injected IO360B1B driving a two blade constant speed McCauley prop.

Performance  

FA200160 - Max speed 222km/h (120kt), max cruising speed 196km/h (106kt), long range cruising speed 164km/h (89kt). Initial rate of climb 680ft/min. Service ceiling 11,400ft. Max range with no reserves 1520km (820nm). FA200180 - Max speed 233km/h (126kt), max cruising speed 204km/h (110kt), long range cruising speed 167km/h (90kt). Initial rate of climb 760ft/min. Service ceiling 13,700ft. Range with no reserves 1400km (755nm).

Weights  

FA200160 - Empty 620kg (1366lb), max takeoff 1059kg (2335lb). FA200180 - Empty 650kg (1433lb), max takeoff 1150kg (2535lb).

Dimensions  

FA200160 - Wing span 9.42m (30ft 11in), length 7.96m (26ft 1in), height 2.02m (6ft 8in). Wing area 14.0m2 (150.7sq ft). FA200180 - Same except for length 7.98m (26ft 2in).

Capacity  

Typical seating for four.

Production  

299 Aero Subarus were built between 1965 and 1986. Series production lasted until 1977, when the Aero Subaru became available by firm order only through to 1986.



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