Transcript pembicaraan ATC di Bandara Polonia sebelum Boeing 737-200 Mandala Airlines "Gagal Takeoff" di Medan, 5 September 2005

Appendix  J CVR Transcript Mandala Air RI-091 PK-RIM, September 5th 2005

TIME     STATION      TRANSCRIPTION
(UTC)

02:48    PK-JTR          Polonia Tower, PK-JTR

              ATC              PK-JTR, Polonia Tower go ahead

              PK-JTR         Four FOB, Destination is Belawan, taxi clearance

              ATC              PK-JTR, Take off direction zero five, taxi to Delta APR

02:49     PK-JTR         Roger, zero five via Delta, PTR.

               ATC             PK-JTR, transponder four seven two one

               PK-JTR        Four seven two one, coming up PTR short delta

               ATC             Roger confirm PK-JTR altitude one zero feet.Correction one thousand feet?

               PK-JTR        Affirmative

               ATC             Roger, take off direction zero further climb to five, climb to five hundred feet, cleared for take off

02:50      ATC             PK-JTR, maintain one thousand feet, airborne time five two. Report Belawan area.

02:51     PK-JTR         Air borne five two, report Belawan area climb to one thousand PTR

               ATC              N four six six SP, Polonia

              N 466 SP      Polonia, SP go ahead

               ATC N          four six six SP, confirmed you start and ready for taxi now?

               N 466 SP      Ah, sorry not ready for taxi, not ready for taxi, we’re waiting for phone call, I have to wait for phone call, we call you departure

               ATC A..       Roger, report when ready

               N 466 SP      I’ll call you when ready

02:52     MDL 091       Polonia Tower, Mandala zero nine one

               ATC              Mandala zero nine one, Polonia Tower, go ahead

               MDL 091      Mandala zero nine one, RIM (PK-RIM), stand number two, request push and start bound for Jakarta, level three one zero,POB one one seven

               ATC               Mandala zero nine one, start and pushback approved, expect runway two three

02:53      MDL 091

                  Int (3)        Ok, Selamat pagi

                  Int (1)        Selamat siang Pak, kita clear pushback brake release Pak, silahkan Pak.

                  Int (2)        Pushback and start, expect runway two three Mandala zero nine one

                  Int (3)        Ok, brake release Capt

02:54     ATC                Mandala zero nine one confirmed RVSM approved?

              MDL 091,

                Int (2)          Negative Sir

              ATC                A..Roger, Level two nine zero Sir

             MDL 091,

              Int (2)            Roger, two nine zero Mandala zero nine one

02:54     MDL 091

              Int (3)            Pushback finish brake set

              Int (1)            Brake set removed tow bar and pin

              Int (3)            Tow bar pin removed

              Int (1)            Yes Number two start Sir

              Int (3)            Tow bar, right clear

              Int (3)            N one rotate sir

              Int (1)           “Check”

02:54    N 466 SP        Polonia Tower November four six six SP

             ATC                N four six six SP Polonia Tower, go ahead

             N 466 SP        A.. Roger I’ve got to shut down, call you back ready for taxi

             ATC                N four six six SP confirmed ready for taxi?

             N 466 SP        Sierra Papa, negative, I’m going to shut down. I will call you back when I’m ready to go

             ATC               A..Roger

             Adam 881      Polonia morning Adam eight eight one localizer zero five

             ATC               Adam eight eight one, Polonia Tower surface wind calm QNH zero zero eight, clear to land. Runway zero five (Runway 05)

             MDL 091

                Int (3)         Light up Sir

                Int (1)         “Check”

             Adam 881      Clear to land zero five, wind is calm. One zero zero eight Adam eight eight one, PK-KKC

             ATC                A.. Roger

02:55   SLK 233           Polonia Tower, Silk Air two three three ready for pushback and start up

             ATC                Silk Air two three three standby

             SLK 233          Standby Silk Air two three three

             MDL 091

              Int (1)           Start number one

              Int (3)           One area clear Capt

              Int (3)           “N one” rotate

              Int (1)           “Check”

            ATC                  Silk Air two three three start approved standby for pushback

            SLK 233            Start approved, we are start Silk Air

            PK-JTR             Polonia, PK-JTR reaching Belawan, established contact with company

            ATC                  PK-JTR contact your company

            MDL 091

            Int (3)             Light up one

            Int (1)             “Check”

           PK-JTR               Roger see you departure, thank you ATC See you departure

02:56  MDL 091

             Int (1)             Ok normal start disconnect signal left, terima kasih Pak


             Int (2)              Mandala zero nine one request taxi

             Int (1)             Ok selamat siang Pak

           ATC                   Mandala zero nine one taxi runway two three via alpha, hold on short sequence number three after two traffic incoming, ATC clearance available

           MDL 091          Two three via alpha number three in sequence clearance go ahead

           ATC                  Mandala zero nine one clear to Jakarta via Wiskey one two, flight level two niner zero, squawk four seven two two

           MDL 091          Clear to Jakarta, Wiskey one two, level two niner zero, squawk four seven two two Mandala zero nine one

           ATC                 Roger

02:57  ATC                 Silk Air two three three, after traffic passing behind you Mandala zero nine one, push back approved expect runway two three.

          SLK 233            After Mandala, cleared to push back expect runway two three, Silk Air.

          GIA 198            Polonia morning Indonesia one nine eight

02:58 ATC                  Good morning Indonesia one nine eight Polonia tower go ahead.

          GIA 198            Indonesia one nine eight parking stand number six, POB one two eight. Information x-ray request push back and start to Banda Aceh flight level two four zero.

           ATC                  Indonesia one nine eight start first stand by for push back.

          GIA 198            Cleared for start stand by push back, Indonesia one nine eight.

          ATC                  Adam eight eight one landed on the hour, proceed to apron via taxi bravo parking stand number four.

02:58  ADAM 881       Via bravo, parking stand number four Adam eight eight one PK-KKC.

            ATC                 Roger. Thank you.

           PK-TVL             Polonia Tower, PK-TVL

           ATC                 PK-TVL, Polonia Tower go ahead.

            PK-TVL            On delta apron. Request start bound for Lhoksukon level one four five, we have POB one eight.

           ATC                Roger, PK-TVL start approved expect runway two three report ready for taxi

           PK-TVL            Cleared start for runway two three, call when ready for taxi PK-TVL.

02:59  MDL 091        Mandala zero nine one on short Alpha.

           ATC               Mandala zero nine one hold on short, sequence number two after one traffic incoming.

           MDL 091        Roger, number two, one traffic coming Mandala zero nine one

           ATC               Polonia Tower.

           ATC               Indonesia one nine eight push back approved expect for runway two three.

           GIA 198        Cleared for push back runway two three Indonesia one nine eight.

           MNA 5425     Polonia Tower, Merpati five four two five on final.

           ATC               Merpati five four two five, Polonia Tower, surface wind calm, QNH one zero zero eight cleared to land runway zero five.

          MNA 5425       Cleared to land runway zero five, Merpati five four two five.

           ATC                Polonia Tower.

03:00  LNI 288           Polonia Tower, Lion Air two eight eight Selamat siang

            ATC               Selamat siang, Lion Air two eight eight Polonia Tower go ahead.

            LNI 288         Lion two eight eight stand number niner, LMW (PK-LMW), POB one five six request push and start in sequence, destination to Penang, stand by level one niner zero.

03:01   ATC              Roger. Standby.

            LNI 288        Standby Lion two eight eight.

            ATC              Lion two eight eight, Start approved, standby for push back sequence number seven after two traffic incoming and four traffic departure.

            LNI 288        Start approved standby push back, sequence number seven, copied, Lion two eight eight.

            ATC              Polonia Tower.

            ATC              Merpati five four two five, landed time zero three, to apron via Delta and Echo

           MNA 5425    Delta and Echo, number one, Merpati five four two five

            ATC             Polonia Tower

03:02   ATC            Mandala zero nine one, continue line up runway two three.

            MDL 091     Continue line up runway two three, Mandala zero nine one.

             ATC           Polonia Tower.

03:02    ATC           Mandala zero nine one, additional clearance, departure turn left heading one two zero maintain one thousand five hundred feet.

             MDL 091      Heading one two zero maintain one thousand feet, Mandala zero nine one.

             ATC             One thousand five hundred feet, sir.

03:02   MDL 091     Roger, one thousand and five hundred, Mandala zero nine one.

03:03    ATC             Mandala zero nine one, cleared for take off.

            MDL 091     Cleared for take off, Mandala zero nine one.

            SLK 233         Silk Air two three three, request taxi.

            ATC               Silk Air two three three, taxi runway two three via alpha,

            ATC               clearance available

           SLK 233          Taxi for runway two three via alpha, ATC clearance go ahead, sir.

           ATC                Silk Air two three three, cleared to Singapore via N563 flight level three seven zero squawk six seven one two.

          SLK 233          Cleared to flight plan route, flight level three seven zero quawk six seven one two, Silk Air two three three.

          GIA 198           Indonesia one nine eight request taxi.

          ATC                 Indonesia one nine eight, taxi for runway two three via alpha.

          GIA 198          Runway two three via alpha, Indonesia one nine eight.

           ATC                Polonia Tower.

03:04  ATC               Silk Air two three three, continue line up runway two three and wait, say your POB, Sir.

           SLK 233         Line up and wait runway two three, Silk Air two three three.

           ATC              Silk Air two three three, say again, Sir.

          SLK 233         Confirm, we’re line up and wait runway two three … (Not clear).

         SLK 233           Yes, Silk Air two three three, confirm we cleared to line up and wait

          ATC                 Silk Air two three three, standby, Sir.

         SLK 233            Standby.

… (not clear) …

… papa victor lima …

… (not clear) …
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ATC: Air Traffic Control

Int 1: Captain’s voice

Int 2: First Officer’s voice

Int 3: Ground engineer’s voice

Production list for new Boeing 747-8 ( freighter and passenger ) aircraft models

Production list for Boeing 747-8 ( freighter and passenger ) aircraft models

L/N 1420 – 747-8R7F, RC501, serial number 35808, F/F Feb-08-2010, test aircraft #1, light Boeing livery, test reg. N747EX, Cargolux reg. LX-VCA, based at KSBD. Named J.W, after Jack Waddell – the first Boeing 747 Chief Pilot.

L/N 1421 – 747-8KZF, RC521, serial number 36136, F/F March-17-2010, test aircraft #2, light Boeing livery, test reg. N5017Q, NCA reg. JA-11KZ, based at KSBD.

L/N 1422 – 747-8KZF, RC522, serial number 36137, F/F March-14-2010, test aircraft #3, light Boeing livery, test reg. N50217, NCA reg. JA-12KZ, based at KMWH.

L/N 1423 – 747-8R7F, RC502, serial number 35806, grey primer livery, scheduled for paint hangar in April 2011, Cargolux reg. LX-VCB, no engines installed, F/F expected April-May 2011, KPAE flight line

L/N 1424 – 747-8R7F, RC503, serial number 35807, F/F July-22-2010, test aircraft #4, full Cargolux livery, test reg. N5573S, Cargolux reg. LX-VCC, based KPAE

L/N 1425 – 747-8HTF, RC541, serial number 37132, Guggenheim Aviation Partners, KAL Cargo( #1), full KAL livery, HL7609, no engines installed, KPAE flight line

L/N 1426 – 747-8HTF, RC542, serial number 37133, Guggenheim Aviation Partners, KAL Cargo (#2), full KAL livery, HL7610, no engines installed, KPAE flight line

L/N 1427 – 747-867F, RC551, serial number 39238, Cathay #1, future registration B-LJA, special “Hong Kong Trader” livery , no engines installed, KPAE flight line

L/N 1428 – 747-867F, RC552, serial number 39239, Cathay #2, , registration B-LJB, full livery, no engines installed, KPAE flight line

L/N 1429 – 747-87UF, RC571, serial number 37562, Atlas Air #1, allocated Atlas registration N580GT, leased to GSS (BA World Cargo), G-GSSD , painted basic white-dark blue BA colours, no engines installed, KPAE flight line

L/N 1430 – 747-8HVF, RC601, serial number 37580, AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) #1, future registration VQ-BGZ (Volga Dnepr Group) , full ABC livery, no engines installed, KPAE flight line.

L/N 1431 – 747-8KZF, RC523, serial number 36138, test aircraft #5, NCA #3, test registration N6009F, future registration JA13KZ,selcal code FQEM, white livery, engines installed, F/F 03 Feb 2011

L/N 1432 – 747-87UF, RC572, serial number 37563, Atlas Air #2, allocated Atlas registration N851GT, leased to GSS(BA World Cargo), G-GSSE , white livery, no engines installed, KPAE flight line.

L/N 1433 – 747-867F, RC553, serial number 39240, Cathay #3, registration B-LJC, full livery, no engines installed, KPAE flight line.

L/N 1434 – 747-8JK, RC001, serial number 38636, First 747-8i test aircraft, believed to be destined for a BBJ customer in Kuwait. Currently being painted. This first Boeing 747-8i for a VIP customer will be equipped by Lufthansa Technik and will spend a maximum of 18 months at the Hamburg Completion Center, after flight testing has been completed. Official roll-out ceremony February 13, expected F/F March 21th .

L/N 1435 – 747-830, RC021, serial number 37826, second 747-8i test aircraft, Lufthansa, D-ABYE, FAL, slant position 2, remaining gauntlet tests will also be completed in building 40-23, expected “official” assembly roll-out February 18, expected F/F April 24th.

L/N 1436 – 747-8R7F, RC504, serial number 35809, Cargolux #4, FAL, first slant position, registration LX-VCD.

L/N 1437 – 747-87UF, RC573, serial number 37564, Atlas Air #3, FAL, body join position, allocated Atlas registration N852GT, leased to GSS (BA World Cargo), G-GSSF

L/N 1438 – 747-867F, RC554, serial number 39241, Cathay # 4, FAL, wing join position, future registration B-LJD

L/N 1439 – 747-8XX , RC002, serial number ——-, BBJ customer , delivered “green” in 2011

L/N 1440 – 747-8XX ,RC003, serial number——–, BBJ customer , delivered “green” in 2011


L/N 1441 – 747-867F, RC555, serial number 39242, Cathay #5 , future registration B-LJE

L/N 1442 – 747-87UF, RC574, serial number 37565*, Atlas Air #4, allocated Atlas registration N853GT

L/N 1443 – 747-830, RC022, serial number 37827, Lufthansa #2, D-ABYA

L/N 1444 – 747-87UF, RC575, serial number 37566*, Atlas Air #5, allocated Atlas registration N854GT

L/N 1445 – 747-87UF, RC576, serial number 37567*, Atlas Air #6, allocated Atlas registration N855GT

L/N 1446 – 747-8XX , RC004, serial number——–, BBJ customer , delivered “green” in 2011

L/N 1447 – 747-867F, RC556, serial number 39243*, Cathay #6 , future registration B-LJF

L/N 1448 – 747-8HVF, RC 602, serial number ——-, AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) #2

L/N 1449 – 747-8XX , RC005, serial number——–, BBJ customer , delivered “green” in 2011

L/N 1450 – 747-867F, RC557, serial number 39244*, Cathay #7 , future registration B-LJG

L/N 1451 – 747-830, RC023, serial number 37828, Lufthansa #3, DABYC

* Not confimed

Thanks to 747Classic for the invaluable info.

Airbus Concept Planes @ 2050

The Airbus concept plane

In 2010, Airbus unveiled what air transport may look like by the year 2050 with its Airbus Concept Plane, bringing together what company experts in materials, aerodynamics, cabins and engines believe can meet the expectations of future passengers.

This concept jetliner is characterized by its ultra long and slim wings, semi-embedded engines, a U-shaped tail and light-weight “intelligent” body – all of which would further improve environmental performance of air transportation, delivering lower fuel consumption, a significant reduction in emissions, less noise and greater comfort.

While the Airbus Concept Plane is not a real aircraft – and all of the technologies are not likely to come together in the same manner – it further underscores Airbus’ forward-thinking approach to innovation.

The interiors of tomorrow
Other future-gazing by Airbus provides blueprints for radical aircraft interiors. In its 2010 report “The Future by Airbus,” the company details morphing seats made from ecological, self-cleaning materials – which meld to passengers’ bodies for a comfortable fit.

Additional features highlighted in the report include cabin walls that become transparent at the touch of a button to enable 360-degree views; the use of self-cleaning and increasingly ecological materials; and holographic projections of virtual decors, allowing travellers to literally transform their private space while airborne.

By the numbers
A poll taken in 2010 suggests that the passengers of 2050 will be more environmentally-aware than those of today. For the British public 35 years of age and younger queried in this poll, “environmental issues” were listed second only to “cost” as a barrier to flying.

The majority of these “under-35s” look forward to flying more often in the future. Over 40 per cent believe that for every two flights made today, the general population will take at least three by 2050. One in 10 of expects to fly at least twice as much.

The numbers suggest an increasingly-multicultural and mobile world where friends and family will be based further from home, and a majority of those polled citing a growing desire to travel further and see more of the world.

 

Airbus undated handout computer generated image of their concept plane. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Issue date: Monday July 19 2010. The firm produced images of a fantasy-like aircraft which might be the type of plane flying by 2050, or even 2030 if technology continues at a good rate. The lightweight plane includes ultra-long, slim bent-back wings and a U-shaped tail. See PA story AIR Show Concept. Photo credit should read: Airbus/PA Wire PA

List of airports by ICAO code: W (Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, Timor-Timur)

Format of entries is:

• ICAO (IATA) – Airport Name – Airport Location

ex:

WIMM (MES) - Polonia Airport - Medan, North Sumatra
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1. WA WI WQ WR - Indonesia

Note: ICAO codes for Indonesia start with WA, WI, WQ and WR.

WA

• WAAA (UPG) – Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport – Makassar / Ujung Pandang, South Sulawesi
• WAAB (BUW) – Betoambari Airport – Bau Bau
• WAAJ (MJU) – Tampa Padang Airport – Mamuju, West Sulawesi
• WAAM (MXB) – Andi Jemma Airport – Masamba
• WAAS (SQR) – Soroako Airport – Soroako
• WAAU (KDI) – Wolter Monginsidi Airport – Kendari, South East Sulawesi
• WABB (BIK) – Frans Kaisiepo Airport – Biak, Papua
• WABD (ONI) – Moanamani Airport – Moanamani
• WABF (FOO) – Jembruwo Airport – Noemfoor
• WABG (WET) – Wagethe Airport – Wagethe
• WABI (NBX) – Nabire Airport – Nabire
• WABL (ILA) – Ilaga Airport – Ilaga (Papua)
• WABP (TIM) – Timika Airport – Tembagapura
• WABT (EWI) – Enarotali Airport – Enarotali
• WADD (DPS) – Ngurah Rai International Airport – Denpasar, Bali (ICAO code also given as WRRR)
• WAJA (ARJ) – Arso Airport – Arso
• WAJB (BUI) – Bokondini Airport – Bokondini
• WAJJ (DJJ) – Sentani Airport – Jayapura, Papua
• WAJL (LHI) – Lereh Airport – Lereh
• WAJM (LII) – Mulia Airport – Mulia
• WAJO (OKL) – Oksibil Airport – Oksibil
• WAJR (WAR) – Waris Airport – Waris
• WAJS (SEH) – Senggeh Airport – Senggeh
• WAJW (WMX) – Wamena Airport – Wamena
• WAKD (MDP) – Mindiptana Airport – Mindiptana
• WAKE (BXD) – Bade Airport – Bade
• WAKK (MKQ) – Mopah Airport – Merauke
• WAKO (OKQ) – Okaba Airport – Okaba
• WAKP (KEI) – Kepi Airport – Kepi
• WAKT (TMH) – Tanah Merah Airport – Tanah Merah
• WALL (BPN) – Sepinggan International Airport – Balikpapan, East Kalimantan
• WAMA (GLX) – Gamarmalamo Airport – Galela
• WAMH (NAH) – Naha Airport (Indonesia) – Naha
• WAMI (TLI) – Lalos Airport – Toli Toli
• WAML (PLW) – Mutiara Airport – Palu, Central Sulawesi
• WAMM (MDC) – Sam Ratulangi International Airport – Manado, North Sulawesi
• WAMN (MNA) – Melangguane Airport – Melangguane
• WAMP (PSJ) – Kasiguncu Airport – Poso, Central Sulawesi
• WAMR (OTI) – Pitu Airport – Morotai, Maluku Islands
• WAMT (TTE) – Babullah Airport – Ternate, Maluku Islands
• WAMW (LUW) – Bubung Airport – Luwuk, Central Sulawesi
• WAPA (AHI) – Amahai Airport – Amahai, West Papua
• WAPD (DOB) – Dobo Airport – Dobo
• WAPE (MAL) – Mangole Airport – Mangole Island
• WAPI (SXK) – Saumlaki Airport – Saumlaki
• WAPL (LUV) – Dumatubin Airport – Langgur
• WAPN (SQN) – Sanana Airport – Sanana
• WAPP (AMQ) – Pattimura Airport – Ambon, Maluku
• WAPR (NAM) – Namlea Airport – Namlea
• WAPT (TAX) – Taliabu Airport – Taliabu
• WARI – Iswahyudi Airfield – Madiun
• WARR (SUB) – Juanda International Airport – Sidoarjo (near Surabaya)
• WASC (RSK) – Abresso Airport – Ransiki
• WASE (KEQ) – Kebar Airport – Kebar
• WASF (FKQ) – Torea Airport – Fak Fak
• WASI (INX) – Inanwatan Airport – Inanwatan
• WASK (KNG) – Kaimana Airport – Kaimana
• WASM (RDE) – Merdei Airport – Merdei
• WASO (BXB) – Babo Airport – Babo
• WASR (MKW) – Rendani Airport – Manokwari
• WASS (SOQ) – Sorong Airport – Sorong
• WAST (TXM) – Teminabuan Airport – Teminabuan
• WASW (WSR) – Wasior Airport – Wasior
• WATO (LBJ) – Komodo Airport – Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara

WI

• WIAA (SBG) – Maimun Saleh Airport – Sabang, Aceh
• WIAS (MLG) – Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport – Malang, East Java
• WIBB (PKU) – Sultan Syarif Qasim II International Airport (Simpang Tiga Airport) – Pekanbaru, Riau
• WIBD (DUM) – Pinang Kampai Airport – Dumai, Riau
• WIBR (RKO) – Rokot Airport – Sipura
• WIBT (TJB) – Sunjai Bati Airport – Tanjung Balai
• WICB (BTO) – Budiarto Airport – Tangerang, Banten
• WICC (BDO) – Husein Sastranegara Airport – Bandung, West Java
• WICD (CBN) – Penggung Airport – Cirebon Regency, West Java
• WICM (TSY) – Tasikmalaya Airport – Tasikmalaya, West Java
• WIDD (BTH) – Hang Nadim Airport – Batam, Riau Islands
• WIDN (TNJ) – Raja Haji Fisabilillah International Airport – Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands
• WIHH (HLP) – Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport – Jakarta
• WIHL (CXP) – Tunggul Wulung Airport – Cilacap, Central Java
• WIIC (CBN) – Penggung Airport – Cirebon, West Java
• WIII (CGK) – Soekarno-Hatta International Airport – Cengkareng, Banten (near Jakarta)
• WIIJ (JOG) – Adisucipto International Airport – Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta (special region)
• WIIP (PCB) – Pondok Cabe Airport – Jakarta
• WIIS (SRG) – Achmad Yani International Airport – Semarang, Central Java
• WIIT (TKG) – Radin Inten II Airport (Branti Airport) – Bandar Lampung, Lampung
• WIIX (JKT) – Jakarta (City) Airport – Jakarta
• WIKD (TJQ) – Bulutumbang Airport – Tanjung Pandan
• WIKK (PGK) – Pangkal Pinang Airport – Pangkal Pinang, Bangka-Belitung Islands
• WIKL (LLG) – Silampari Airport – Lubuk Linggau, Musi Rawas, South Sumatra
• WIKN (TNJ) – Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport – Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands
• WIKS (SIQ) – Dabo Airport – Singkep, Riau
• WIMB (GNS) – Binaka Airport – Gunungsitoli, North Sumatra
• WIME (AEG) – Aek Godang Airport – Padang Sidempuan
• WIMG (PDG) – Tabing Airport (replaced by Minangkabau International Airport) – Padang, West Sumatra
• WIMM (MES) – Polonia International Airport – Medan, North Sumatra
• WIOG (NPO) – Nanga Pinoh Airport – Kalimantan
• WIOK (KTG) – Rahadi Oesman Airport – Ketapang
• WIOM (MWK) – Matak Airport – Anambas Islands, Riau Province
• WION (NTX) – Ranai Airport – Natuna, Riau Islands
• WIOO (PNK) – Supadio Airport – Pontianak, West Kalimantan
• WIOP (PSU) – Pangsuma Airport – Putussibau
• WIOS (SQG) – Sintang Airport – Sintang
• WIPA (DJB) – Sultan Thaha Airport – Jambi
• WIPL (BKS) – Fatmawati Soekarno Airport – Bengkulu
• WIPP (PLM) – Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport – Palembang, South Sumatra
• WIPQ (PDO) – Pendopo Airport – Pendopo
• WIPR (RGT) – Japura Airport – Rengat, Riau
• WIPT (PDG) – Minangkabau International Airport (replaced Tabing Airport) – Ketaping / Padang, West Sumatra
• WIPU (MPC) – Muko Muko Airport – Sumatra
• WIPV (KLQ) – Keluang Airport – Keluang
• WITA (TPK) – Teuku Cut Ali Airport – Tapak Tuan
• WITC (MEQ) – Cut Nyak Dien Airport – Meulaboh, Aceh
• WITL (LSX) – Lhok Sukon Airport – Lhok Sukon (Lhoksukon), Aceh
• WITT (BTJ) – Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (Blang Bintang Airport) – Banda Aceh, Aceh

WQ

• WQKN – Primapun Airport – Primapun

WR

• WRBB (BDJ) – Syamsudin Noor Airport – Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan
• WRBC (BTW) – Batulicin Airport – Batulicin, South Kalimantan
• WRBI (PKN) – Iskandar Airport – Pangkalan Bun
• WRBK (KBU) – Stagen Airport – Kotabaru
• WRBN (TJS) – Warukin Airport – Tanjung, South Kalimantan
• WRBP (PKY) – Tjilik Riwut Airport (Panarung Airport) – Palangkaraya, Central Kalimantan
• WRBS (SMQ) – Sampit Airport – Sampit
• WRKA (ABU) – Haliwen Airport – Atambua
• WRKB (BJW) – Padhameleda Airport – Bajawa
• WRKC (MOF) – Maumere Airport – Maumere
• WRKE (ENE) – H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport – Ende, East Nusa Tenggara
• WRKG (RTG) – Satartacik Airport – Ruteng
• WRKK (KOE) – El Tari Airport (Eltari Airport) – Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara
• WRKL (LKA) – Gewayentana Airport – Larantuka
• WRKO (LBJ) – Komodo Airport – Labuhan Bajo
• WRLB (LBW) – Long Bawan Airport – Long Bawan
• WRLC (BXT) – Bontang Airport – Bontang
• WRLF (NNX) – Nunukan Airport – Nunukan, East Kalimantan
• WRLH (TNB) – Tanah Grogot Airport – Tanah Grogot
• WRLP (LPU) – Long Apung Airport – Long Apung
• WRLR (TRK) – Juwata Airport – Tarakan, East Kalimantan
• WRLS (SRI) – Temindung Airport – Samarinda, East Kalimantan
• WRLT (TSX) – Santan Airport – Tanjung Santan
• WRLV (BYQ) – Bunyu Airport – Bunyu, East Kalimantan
• WRRA (AMI) – Selaparang Airport – Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara
• WRRB (BMU) – Muhammad Salahuddin Airport – Bima
• WRRS (SWQ) – Sumbawa Besar Airport – Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara
• WRRT (TMC) – Tambolaka Airport – Waikabubak, East Nusa Tenggara
• WRRW (WGP) – Waingapu Airport – Waingapu, East Nusa Tenggara
• WRSC (CPF) – Ngloram Airport – Cepu
• WRSQ (SOC) – Adisumarmo International Airport (Adi Sumarmo Wiryokusumo) – Surakarta (Solo), Central Java
• WRST (SUP) – Trunojoyo Airport – Sumenep

- WB - Brunei and Malaysia

2. Brunei

• WBAK – Anduki Airfield – Anduki / Seria
• WBSB (BWN) – Brunei International Airport – Bandar Seri Begawan

3. Malaysia
Airports in East Malaysia (Borneo) have ICAO codes starting with WB.
For airports in Peninsular Malaysia, see ICAO codes starting with WM.

• WBGA – Long Atip Airport – Long Atip
• WBGB (BTU) – Bintulu Airport – Bintulu, Sarawak
• WBGC (BLG) – Belaga Airport – Belaga, Sarawak
• WBGD (LSM) – Long Semado Airport – Long Semado / Lawas, Sarawak
• WBGE – Long Geng Airport – Long Geng
• WBGF (LGL) – Long Lellang Airport – Long Lellang, Sarawak
• WBGG (KCH) – Kuching International Airport – Kuching, Sarawak
• WBGI (ODN) – Long Seridan Airport – Long Seridan, Sarawak
• WBGJ (LMN) – Limbang Airport – Limbang, Sarawak
• WBGK (MKM) – Mukah Airport – Mukah, Sarawak
• WBGL (LKH) – Long Akah Airport – Long Akah
• WBGM (MUR) – Marudi Airport – Marudi, Sarawak
• WBGN (BSE) – Sematan Airport – Sematan
• WBGO – Lio Matu Airport – Lio Matu
• WBGP (KPI) – Kapit Airport – Kapit, Sarawak
• WBGQ (BKM) – Ba'kelalan Airport – Ba'kelalan, Sarawak
• WBGR (MYY) – Miri Airport – Miri, Sarawak
• WBGS (SBW) – Sibu Airport – Sibu, Sarawak
• WBGT – Tanjung Manis Airport – Tanjung Manis
• WBGU (LSU) – Long Sukang Airport – Long Sukang, Sarawak
• WBGW (LWY) – Lawas Airport – Lawas, Sarawak
• WBGY (SGG) – Simanggang Airport – Sri Aman, Sarawak
• WBGZ (BBN) – Bario Airport – Bario, Sarawak
• WBKA (SMM) – Semporna Airport – Semporna, Sabah
• WBKB – Kota Belud Airport – Kota Belud, Sabah
• WBKD (LDU) – Lahad Datu Airport – Lahad Datu, Sabah
• WBKE (TEL) – Telupid Airport – Telupid
• WBKG (KGU) – Keningau Airport – Keningau, Sabah
• WBKH (SXS) – Sahabat Airport – Sahabat, Sabah
• WBKK (BKI) – Kota Kinabalu International Airport – Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
• WBKL (LBU) – RMAF Labuan – Labuan, Sabah
• WBKM (TMG) – Tommanggong Airport – Tommanggong
• WBKN (GSA) – Long Pasia Airport – Long Pasia, Sabah
• WBKO (SPE) – Sepulot Airport – Sepulot
• WBKP (PAY) – Pamol Airport – Pamol
• WBKR (RNU) – Ranau Airport – Ranau, Sabah
• WBKS (SDK) – Sandakan Airport – Sandakan, Sabah
• WBKT (KUD) – Kudat Airport – Kudat, Sabah
• WBKU – Kuala Penyu Airport – Kuala Penyu, Sabah
• WBKW (TWU) – Tawau Airport – Tawau, Sabah
• WBMU (MZV) – Mulu Airport – Mulu, Sarawak

4. WM - Malaysia
Airports in Peninsular Malaysia have ICAO codes starting with WM.
For airports in East Malaysia (Borneo), see ICAO codes starting with WB.

• WMAA – Bahau Airport – Bahau, Negeri Sembilan
• WMAB – Batu Pahat Airport – Batu Pahat, Johor
• WMAC – Benta Airport – Benta, Pahang
• WMAD – Bentong Airport – Bentong, Pahang
• WMAE – Bidor Airport – Bidor, Perak
• WMAH – RMAF Grik – Grik
• WMAJ – Jendarata Airport – Jendarata
• WMAN – Sungai Tiang Airport – Sungai Tiang
• WMAO – Kong Kong Airport – Kong Kong, Johor
• WMAP – Kluang Airport – Kluang, Johor
• WMAQ – Labis Airport – Labis, Johor
• WMAU (MEP) – Mersing Airport – Mersing, Johor
• WMAV – Muar Airport – Muar, Johor
• WMAZ – Segamat Airport – Segamat, Johor
• WMBA (SWY) – Sitiawan Airport – Sitiawan, Perak
• WMBB – Sungei Patani Airport – Sungei Patani
• WMBE – Temerloh Airport – Temerloh, Pahang
• WMBF – Ulu Bernam Airport – Ulu Bernam
• WMBH – RMAF Kroh – Kroh
• WMBI (TPG) – Tekah Airport / Taiping Airport – Taiping, Perak
• WMBJ – Jugra Airport – Jugra, Selangor
• WMBT (TOD) – Tioman Airport – Tioman Island (Pulau Tioman), Pahang
• WMGK – RMAF Gong Kedak – Gong Kedak Terengganu
• WMKA (AOR) – Sultan Abdul Halim Airport – Alor Star, Kedah
• WMKB (BWH) – RMAF Butterworth – Butterworth, Penang
• WMKC (KBR) – Sultan Ismail Petra Airport – Kota Bharu, Kelantan
• WMKD (KUA) – Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (formally Padang Geroda Airport) / (RMAF Kuantan) – Kuantan, Pahang
• WMKE (KTE) – Kerteh Airport – Kerteh, Terengganu
• WMKF – Simpang Airport / RMAF Simpang – Sungai Besi, Kuala Lumpur
• WMKI (IPH) – Sultan Azlan Shah Airport – Ipoh, Perak
• WMKJ (JHB) – Senai International Airport (Sultan Ismail Int'l) – Senai / Johor Bahru, Johor
• WMKK (KUL) – Kuala Lumpur International Airport – Sepang, Selangor
• WMKL (LGK) – Langkawi International Airport – Langkawi (Pulau Langkawi), Kedah
• WMKM (MKZ) – Batu Berendam Airport (Malacca Airport) – Malacca
• WMKN (TGG) – Sultan Mahmud Airport – Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
• WMKP (PEN) – Penang International Airport – George Town, Penang
• WMKS – Sungai Besi Airport – Kuala Lumpur
• WMLH – Lumut Airport – Lumut, Perak
• WMLU – Lutong Airport – Lutong
• WMPA – Pangkor Airport – Pulau Pangkor
• WMPR – Redang Airport – Pulau Redang
• WMSA (SZB) – Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport – Subang Jaya, Selangor

5. WP - East Timor (Timor-Leste)

• WPAT (AUT) – Atauro Airport – Atauro
• WPDB (UAI) – Suai Airport – Suai
• WPDL (DIL) – Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (Comoro Int'l) – Dili
• WPEC (BCH) – Cakung Airport – Baucau
• WPFL ( ) – Fuiloro Airport – Fuiloro
• WPMN (MPT) – Maliana Airport – Maliana
• WPOC (OEC) – Oecussi Airport – Oecussi
• WPVQ ( ) – Viqueque Airport – Viqueque

6. WS - Singapore

• WSAG – Sembawang Air Base (RSAF) – Singapore
• WSAP (QPG) – Paya Lebar Air Base (RSAF) – Singapore
• WSAT (TGA) – Tengah Air Base (RSAF) – Tengah
• WSSL (XSP) – Seletar Airport – Seletar
• WSSS (SIN) – Singapore Changi Airport/Changi Air Base (Joint civilian-military usage) – Changi

Garuda Indonesia berkomitmen untuk 5 bintang oleh Skytrax pada tahun 2013

Garuda Indonesia berkomitmen untuk status 5 bintang oleh Skytrax pada tahun 2013

Nasional carrier Garuda Indonesia diharapkan pada tahun 2013 yang Skytrax didambakan 5 bintang untuk menang. Proses transformasi dalam kenyamanan dan investasi di dalam pesawat baru harus menjadi kenyataan.

The Skytrax World Airline Awards adalah ukuran yang paling bergengsi dan komprehensif dari kualitas pelayanan di sektor penerbangan. Hasil survei ini didasarkan dan dari hampir 18 juta penumpang internasional. Studi ini mengukur kepuasan penumpang menggunakan sekitar 35 produk yang berbeda dan isu-isu pelayanan di lebih dari 200 maskapai penerbangan di seluruh dunia.

Program pengembangan, Quantum Leap, yang dimulai pada tahun 2005 oleh Garuda Indonesia adalah terutama tentang meningkatkan pelayanan kepada pelanggan. Tujuan dari program ini adalah untuk memastikan untuk terus meningkatkan pelayanan fungsi dan kualitas untuk penumpang. Ini menginginkan sebuah maskapai penerbangan Garuda Indonesia yang kompetitif mampu bersaing di pasar internasional di masa depan.

Garuda Indonesia secara bertahap selama bertahun-tahun diperkenalkan pesawat baru untuk layanan kepada konsep yang dikenal sebagai kebutuhan "Garuda Indonesia Pengalaman '. Pada tahun 2011, Garuda Indonesia akan menambah 11 pesawat baru. Sejalan dengan penambahan jumlah pesawat Garuda Indonesia lebih penerbangan dari Jakarta untuk menggunakan beberapa negeri. Juga pada rute internasional dan penerbangan masih terus digunakan. Ini berarti peningkatan jumlah 1700 penerbangan per minggu pada tahun 2009 menjadi lebih dari 3000 penerbangan per minggu pada tahun 2014. Hal ini diharapkan dapat juga menumbuhkan jumlah penumpang sekitar 10 juta pada 2009 menjadi 27 juta dalam 2014.

Pengenalan konsep layanan Pengalaman Garuda Indonesia "menggabungkan keramahan Indonesia yang hangat dengan unsur-unsur warisan budaya yang kaya dan beragam negara. Pesawat Airbus A330-200 dan B737-800 Next Generation dengan hiburan di papan tulis. Kedua perangkat, baik dalam kelas bisnis dan ekonomi pada sistem video-on-demand di punggung kursi dengan pilihan film, program TV, album musik dan video game interaktif. Pada rute antarbenua, penumpang akan menemukan kenyamanan lebih di kursi sofa yang nyaman, yang disebut flatbed.

Garuda singkatan untuk kenyamanan keamanan tetapi juga. Perbaikan terus menerus akhirnya harus berlaku dalam pendapat para penumpang dan dengan demikian akan diberikan 5 status bintang oleh Skytrax.

Boeing Announces Intent to Locate 737 MAX Production in Puget Sound

- New airplane to be built in Renton, Wash., pending ratification of labor agreement

 

SEATTLE, Nov. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) today announced that it intends to build the new 737 MAX in Renton, Wash., pending approval of an early contract extension with the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers (IAM), the union representing hourly employees in Washington, Oregon and Kansas.

As part of an effort to improve their relationship, Boeing and the IAM have been discussing the potential for an early contract extension for several weeks. The current contract is set to expire in September 2012.

Independent of that effort, Boeing has been conducting a review of potential sites for 737 MAX production since the company announced in August that it will build a new-engine variant of the market-leading 737.

Boeing has assessed the business case for locating production of the 737 MAX in Renton in light of the economics of a proposed new labor agreement, and the company is prepared to locate 737 MAX production in Renton provided the economics contained in that proposal are achieved.

Upon ratification of such an agreement by hourly employees, Boeing says it will make the necessary investment to produce Next-Generation 737s and 737 MAXs in its existing Renton facility.

"The 737 MAX builds upon the legacy of the world's best single-aisle airplane and continues to generate overwhelming response from our customers," said Jim Albaugh, president and chief executive officer, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "If our employees ratify a new agreement, building the 737 MAX in Renton will secure a long and prosperous future there, as well as at other sites in the Puget Sound area and in Portland, Ore., where 737 parts are built."

To date, Boeing has received more than 700 commitments from our customers for the 737 MAX. The new airplane is expected to enter service in 2017.

Boeing, Qatar Airways Announce Order for Two Boeing 777 Freighters

- Twin-engine freighter order to help boost airline's cargo expansion strategy

 

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Qatar Airways today announced an order for two Boeing 777 Freighters at the 2011 Dubai Air Show. Valued at $560 million at current list prices, the airplanes will increase the airline's 777 Freighter fleet to eight when delivered.

"As we accelerate efforts to boost our global cargo network, we are expanding our fleet with airplanes like the Boeing 777 Freighter that allow us to deliver cargo further and more efficiently than ever before," said Akbar Al Baker, CEO, Qatar Airways. "The 777 Freighter has already proven itself with its impressive operating economics and is a critical component of our cargo fleet, enabling the launch of three new dedicated freighter services to Atlanta, Houston and Toronto, from our hubs in Doha and Luxembourg."

Qatar Airways currently operates 28 Boeing 777s of various types, including 16 777-300ERs (extended range), three 777 Freighters and nine 777-200LRs. It recently took delivery of its 100th airplane which was a Boeing 777-200LR (longer range). By 2013, the airline plans to serve more than 120 destinations worldwide with a fleet of over 120 aircraft. The airline currently has a fleet of 100 aircraft flying to over 100 destinations.

"Qatar Airways' decision to invest in expanding its 777 Freighter fleet is an important endorsement for the aircraft from one of the world's fastest growing airlines," said Marty Bentrott, vice president, Sales – Middle East, Russia, Central Asia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Qatar Airways' expansion strategy is clearly built on the principle of delivering cargo efficiently from one point to another and its choice of the 777 Freighter, with its unparalleled capabilities, reflects that."

With high-cargo density and 10-foot (3.1-meter) interior height capability that complements the popular 747 freighter family, the 777 freighter can fly 4,900 nautical miles (9,070 kilometers) with a full payload of 225,200 pounds (102 metric tons). The 777 freighter is powered by General Electric's GE90-110B1L and meets QC2 noise standards.

Boeing is the air cargo industry leader, using its expertise to support customers in their success and to promote the industry. The company also offers the most complete family of freighters, which provide superior efficiency and operational economics in support of airline profitability.

The 777 Freighter is the world's longest-range, twin-engine freighter and features the lowest trip cost of any large cargo aircraft. The airplane is based on the Boeing 777-200LR (Long Range), which Qatar Airways operates on ultra long-haul passenger routes to Houston, Melbourne, Montreal, Sao Paulo and Buenos Aires.

Boeing Statement on Lion Air Commitment for up to 380 737s

BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 17, 2011 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] confirms that Jakarta-based Lion Air today will sign a commitment for the airline to order 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next-Generation 737-900 ERs (extended range). The agreement also includes purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes.

With 230 airplanes at a list price of $21.7 billion, this deal when finalized will be the largest commercial airplane order ever in Boeing’s history by both dollar volume and total number of airplanes.

U.S President Barack Obama is scheduled to witness the official announcement at a ceremony Friday morning at the East Asia Summit in Bali, Indonesia.

Boeing, Singapore Airlines Finalize Order for Eight 777-300ERs

$2.4 billion order major component of Singapore Airlines' fleet modernization and growth strategy

 

SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Singapore Airlines announced an order for eight additional 777-300 Extended Range (ER) airplanes. The orders were previously recorded on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website, attributed to an unidentified customer.

"This order is part of our ongoing fleet expansion and modernization program, which enables us to offer our latest cabin products to our customers," said Goh Choon Phong, chief executive officer for Singapore Airlines (SIA). "The additional 777-300ERs will also help us further strengthen the Singapore Airlines network, providing our customers even more travel options."

The Singapore Airlines order is valued at $2.4 billion at Boeing current list prices. The order was first announced on August 10.

In total, Singapore Airlines has ordered 85 Boeing 777s, 27 of which are 777-300ERs.

"The men and women of Boeing are proud to build safe, comfortable and reliable airplanes for the passengers and crews of Singapore Airlines," said Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and Customer Support for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "For six generations, Boeing and SIA have together served Southeast Asia and the world with distinction. We are honored to have earned the trust and confidence that such a longstanding partnership requires."

The Boeing 777-300ER is a favorite of passengers and airlines because of its ability to fly point-to-point and bypass crowded hub airports. The 777-300ER is distinguished by its fuel efficiency, spacious cabin interior, range capability and commonality. SIA currently operates nearly every 777 model produced, including the 777-200, 777-200ER, 777-300 and 777-300ER.

Boeing, ACG Announce 737 MAX Commitment and Next-Generation 737 Order

-- Commitment for 35 737 MAX airplanes

-- ACG first leasing company to announce commitment for 737 MAX

-- Firm order for 20 Next-Generation 737-800s

SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Aviation Capital Group (ACG) today announced the leasing company's commitment for 35 737 MAX airplanes and its firm order for 20 Next-Generation 737-800s. The Newport Beach, Calif.-based ACG is the first airplane leasing company to announce a commitment to the 737 MAX.

"ACG is a leader in the commercial airplane leasing industry and its intelligent fleet decisions have contributed to the company's 22 consecutive years of profitability," said Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and Customer Support for Boeing Commercial Airplanes.  "The ACG leadership team understands the importance of having advanced, highly competitive airplanes to meet their customers' needs in today's marketplace. This commitment will provide ACG with airplanes featuring performance improvements and the innovative Boeing Sky Interior that will keep its airplanes at the leading edge of passenger comfort, efficient operations and reduced fuel consumption."

The new 737 MAX family will be powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The new-engine variant will have a 7 percent operating cost advantage over tomorrow's competition. The airplane will have the capacity for increased range while providing better fuel efficiency than today's already-efficient Next-Generation 737.

The Next-Generation 737 family is the world's best-selling airplane, consistently delivering outstanding operational and financial performance across the widest range of missions. Today's Next-Generation 737-800, which can seat up to 189 passengers, can fly 260 nautical miles farther and consume 6 percent less fuel while carrying 12 more passengers than the competing model.

"The 737 is one of the prime building blocks of our portfolio strategy," said R. Stephen Hannahs, group managing director and chief executive officer of ACG. "These new 737NG and 737 MAX airplanes will continue our long-standing strategy of providing our customers the most fuel efficient, most capable airplanes with the lowest operating costs."

With today's announcement, ACG has ordered or committed to a total of 151 Boeing airplanes made up of 111 Next-Generation 737s, 35 737 MAXs and five 787 Dreamliners. This includes 15 Next-Generation 737s for which ACG acquired delivery positions from another airline in 2006.

Boeing Makes History With a Week to Remember

- Orders and commitments for 359 airplanes

- Company breaks several records for orders

- Broad support for single and twin-aisle product lines

 

SEATTLE, Nov. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing's (NYSE: BA) history-making week has resulted in orders and commitments for 359 airplanes.

"This has been an outstanding week for our customers and our employees," said Jim Albaugh, president and CEO, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We're pleased that in planning for their future, our customers have chosen Boeing airplanes."

Boeing has now set a record for 777 orders in a single year with 192 to date. That surpasses the previous record of 154 set in 2005. The company also announced two record-setting deals with Emirates and Lion Air, as well as other deals during and after the Dubai Airshow:

• Emirates Airline ordered 50 777-300ERs, with options for 20 more.
• Oman Air ordered six 787-8s.
• Qatar Airways ordered two 777 Freighters.
• Lion Air committed to buy 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next Generation 737-900ERs. The agreement also includes purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes.
• Aviation Capital Group (ACG) committed to buy 35 737 MAX airplanes and finalized a firm order for 20 Next-Generation 737-800s.
• Singapore Airlines finalized order for eight 777-300ERs.
• Unidentified customer ordered eight 777s.

"We continue to see worldwide expansion in air traffic, and as a result, strong customer demand for our products and services," added Albaugh. "Our product strategy is playing out as we expected with our wide-body offerings being the airplanes of choice and the 737 MAX enjoying tremendous customer acceptance."

Demand for Boeing's airplanes is also fueling and sustaining American jobs. Since the start of this year, Boeing has added more than 11,000 jobs in its commercial airplanes division. As production rates increase across all airplane programs, the company will continue to hire a highly skilled workforce that is critical for the future of aviation.

Boeing, Lion Air Announce Historic Commitment for up to 380 737s

- Airline to order 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next-Generation 737-900ERs worth $21.7 billion

- When finalized, order will be the largest ever for Boeing

- Deal to include purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes

 

BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Jakarta-based Lion Air today announced a commitment for the airline to order 201 737 MAXs and 29 Next-Generation 737-900 ERs (extended range). The agreement also includes purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes.

"The 737 MAX will be the future of Lion Air," said Rusdi Kirana, Lion Air Founder and President Director. "The highly efficient, technologically advanced airplane will help Lion Air continue to bring low fares and allow us to open new destinations because of the longer range of the airplane."

With 230 airplanes at a list price of $21.7 billion, this deal when finalized will be the largest commercial airplane order ever in Boeing's history by both dollar volume and total number of airplanes. Boeing and Lion Air are working to finalize details of the agreement, at which time it will be a firm order posted on the Boeing Orders and Deliveries website. Lion Air will also acquire purchase rights for an additional 150 airplanes valued at more than $14 billion if exercised at list prices.

U.S. President Barack Obama witnessed the announcement at a ceremony today at the East Asia Summit in Bali, Indonesia.

"We're proud that Lion Air picked the 737 once again, building on our successful partnership," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Jim Albaugh. "Lion Air was a leader when it was the launch customer for the 737-900ER in 2005 and today it continues to be a leader as the first airline in Asia to commit to the 737 MAX."

The 737 MAX is a new engine variant of the world's best selling airplane and builds on the strengths of today's Next-Generation 737. The 737 MAX incorporates the latest-technology CFM International LEAP 1-B engines to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and appeal.

Airlines operating the 737 MAX will see a 10-12 percent fuel burn improvement over today's most fuel efficient single-aisle airplanes and a 7 percent operating cost advantage over tomorrow's competition.

"Our customers tell us they want more efficient airplanes," said Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and Customer Support, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The 737 MAX will deliver fuel savings better than any competing single-aisle airplane on the market."

To date, the 737 MAX has commitments for more than 700 airplanes, while the Next-Generation 737 family has won orders for more than 6,000 airplanes and Boeing has delivered more than 3,800.

Lion Air, Indonesia's largest private airline, currently operates or has on order a total of 178 Next-Generation 737s.

Boeing Delivers 100th Next-Generation 737-900ER

Somon Air receives its second 737-900ER with the Boeing Sky Interior

SEATTLE, Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing's (NYSE: BA) Next-Generation 737-900ER (extended range) reached 100 deliveries with a delivery this week to Tajikistan-based Somon Air.

To date, the 737-900ER has logged 414 orders from 16 customers. The Next-Generation 737 family (all models) has won orders for more than 6,000 airplanes and Boeing has delivered more than 3,800.

"Airlines around the world are recognizing the superior performance and operating economics of the Next-Generation 737-900ER," said Beverly Wyse, 737 vice president and general manager. "It offers the best seat-mile cost of any single-aisle airplane which is especially important with today's high fuel prices."

The Next-Generation 737-900ER is a short-to-medium range twinjet that increases the capability of the Next-Generation 737 family. The higher-capacity, longer-range derivative of the 737-900 was launched in July 2005 with an order for 30 airplanes from Indonesia's Lion Air and introduced into service in April 2007.

The Next-Generation 737-900ER replaces the larger, single-aisle Boeing 757, which ceased production in 2004. The 737-900ER is capable of operating more than 90 percent of the 757 twin-engine's routes yet at a much lower operating cost.
The 737-900ER is the longest 737, typically carrying 180 passengers in a two-class layout with an exit limit certified for up to 220 passengers in a single-class configuration.
Somon Air, based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, is the country's first private full-service carrier. This is the airline's second 737-900ER delivered with the Boeing Sky Interior.

Boeing Delivers Second 777-300ER to Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Boeing and Biman Bangladesh Airlines partner with SpaandanB for Humanitarian Aid Flight 

 

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EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 23, 2011 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] today delivered Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ second 777-300ER (extended range) as part of the airlines’ fleet replacement and modernization program.

Boeing and Bangladesh’s flag carrier partnered with SpaandanB, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to bettering the lives of the less advantaged in Bangladesh, to load 8,500 pounds of relief items such as clothes and school supplies onto the airplane for the delivery flight. SpaandanB will deliver the aid to areas in Bangladesh affected by harsh winter conditions.

“We are honored to play an important role for the well-being of our citizens,” said Air Marshal Jamal Uddin Ahmed (Retd.), chairman of Biman Bangladesh Airlines. “Providing timely supplies ahead of the upcoming winter season will affect the lives of many in the region.”

The Bangladesh community across the U.S. including many Bangladeshi employees at Boeing helped to initiate this humanitarian effort. The effort was led by Syed M. Hussain, a 787 engineer at Boeing, who is scheduled to travel with the goods from Everett to Dhaka. Along with Hussain, many employees have volunteered countless hours to make this humanitarian delivery possible.

“We are very proud to see that our hard work here will benefit the unfortunate people of Bangladesh back home,” said Hussain. “I look forward to helping deliver the relief goods to those in need on behalf of Boeing.”
Biman Bangladesh received its first 777-300ER less than a month ago and plans to operate the airplanes on new long-haul routes.

Boeing Rolls Out First Factory-Complete 737 at Higher Rate

Delivery process on track to meet 35-a-month rate in early 2012

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RENTON, Wash., Dec. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) rolled out its first factory-complete Next-Generation 737 at the production rate of 35 airplanes a month on Dec. 4. The new 737-800 was towed to nearby Renton Field where Boeing conducts functional testing and first flights for all new airplanes. Though the airplane still must undergo testing and painting, the milestone represents a major step in demonstrating that Boeing is on track to achieve its announced rate increase of the popular jetliner to 35 a month in early January when it delivers the airplane to Norwegian Air Shuttle.

"The team took lessons from past rate increases and said, 'We can do this better,' and all indications are that they have," said Beverly Wyse, vice president and general manager of the 737 program. "We owe a special thanks to our partners in Boeing Supplier Management and Fabrication who have kept shortages at an unprecedented low level for this stage in the rate process."

Teams have been preparing for more than a year in some cases. An example of early preparation can be seen in the production line where employees install electrical systems into the newly built wing boxes. The team eliminated a line where employees worked on both left-hand and right-hand wings and moved those employees to extended lines where they were dedicated to either the right-hand or left-hand wings, removing variables that slowed down production. Additionally, in August, improvements to efficiency such as arranging the work and the work environment so that employees can more easily complete their tasks supports a rate of up to 42 airplanes a month.

Boeing has taken a three-fold approach to prepare for the rate increases on the 737 program. The company is making production processes more efficient by working with employee process improvement teams; increasing the production capacity with capital investments and making the site footprint more efficient by moving some production areas and expanding others; and decommissioning outdated equipment.

Boeing will increase the 737 rate to 38 airplanes a month in the second quarter of 2013 and to 42 airplanes a month in the first half of 2014.

747-8 Intercontinental Debut in Germany Set for Dec. 6

FRANKFURT, Germany, Dec. 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Lufthansa are fast approaching the next major milestone on the 747-8 Intercontinental program with the start of pre-delivery testing of the new airplane at Lufthansa's main operations base at Frankfurt Airport from Dec. 6 to Dec. 9.

Lufthansa will conduct a number of tests to help ensure a smooth integration of the newest member of the 747 family into Lufthansa operations. Lufthansa maintenance and engineering personnel will rehearse ground-handling processes for the 747-8 Intercontinental within the airline's facilities and on its ramps at the airport. In addition, the crews will check how their ground-support equipment accommodates the airplane. These checks will help Lufthansa ensure a smooth entry into service for crews and passengers in early 2012.

The airplane is scheduled to arrive at Frankfurt Airport late afternoon Central European Time (CET) on Dec. 6 after an approximately 9-hour flight from Seattle. Three Lufthansa pilots will join two Boeing pilots on the flight crew for the flight. The airplane will depart early afternoon CET Dec. 9. Lufthansa will release photographs of the airplane's visit to Frankfurt, at its website http://presse.lufthansa.com/de/mediathek/bildarchiv.html.

The airplane that will visit, known to Boeing as RC021, is one of three airplanes that have served in the 747-8 Intercontinental flight test fleet. It was specifically used to test interior systems such as heating and air conditioning, cabin lighting and systems and galleys.

The airplane is painted white with a gray belly and a blue tail fin – a basecoat of the Lufthansa livery without decals – and will be the fifth 747-8 Intercontinental to join Lufthansa's fleet when it is delivered in the third quarter 2012. The first 747-8 Intercontinental destined for Lufthansa is completing construction at Boeing's facility in Everett, Wash.

The 747-8 Intercontinental provides double-digit improvements in fuel economy and carbon emissions per passenger and generates a 30 percent smaller noise footprint than the 747-400. The 747-8 Intercontinental applies interior features from the 787 Dreamliner that include a new curved, upswept architecture giving passengers a greater feeling of space and comfort, while adding more room for personal belongings.

Lufthansa has ordered a total of 20 747-8 Intercontinental airplanes. Boeing and Lufthansa share a strong tradition of innovation and partnership that continues with the new 747-8 Intercontinental.

Qantas and Airbus seal biggest order in Australian aviation history

Firm order for 78 A320neo and 32 A320s

Qantas and Airbus have finalised a contract for 110 A320 Family aircraft, to help with the airline’s fleet renewal and expansion plans in the coming years. The firm order for 78 A320neo and 32 A320s is the largest single order in Australian aviation history by aircraft units and follows a commitment signed in August. 

The new aircraft will be deployed across the Qantas Group on short to medium haul domestic and international operations and underpin the airline’s commitment to build a fleet with the most fuel efficient and reliable aircraft in the market. 

“The Airbus A320 will be the launch aircraft for Qantas' new, premium airline based in Asia and will support Jetstar’s expansion plans - including the establishment of Jetstar Japan,” said Alan Joyce, Qantas CEO. “The A320 Family’s outstanding operational efficiency and comfort, plus its environmental credentials, make it the right choice for the Qantas Group.” 

“We are delighted that our A320neo and A320s are playing a vital role in Qantas’ future strategy,” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “Coming from one of the world’s great aviation pioneering companies, this order is a great endorsement of Airbus and of our eco-efficient aircraft products.” 

The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family to enter service in 2015. It incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel and CO2 emission savings. 

A320 Family orders to date already exceed 7,900, reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. To date over 4,790 have been delivered to over 330 customers and operators worldwide. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the existing A320 models while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. It is offered with engines from CFM International’s LEAP-X or Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower PW1100G. 

Qantas will make its engine decision at a later date.  

Airbus has received 1,245 A320neo orders and commitments since its launch just ten months ago, in December 2010.

Transaero Airlines firms up order for eight A320neo aircraft

First customer in Russia and CIS for eco-efficient A320neo

Transaero Airlines, Russia’s second largest airline, has signed a firm order for eight A320neo aircraft following a Memorandum of Understanding signed in August at the International Aviation and Space Salon MAKS-2011 in Moscow. The A320neo (new engine option) is an efficiency improvement package offering up to 15 percent fuel savings on the A320 Family. 

Transaero Airlines is planning to operate the aircraft on its extended medium-haul network of domestic and international routes as part of its expansion strategy and fleet renewal programme. The engine selection will be announced by the airline at a later date. 

Olga Pleshakova, Transaero Airlines CEO, said, “This order for the A320neo confirms Transaero’s ambition to become the first operator of this aircraft type in Russia, the CIS and Eastern Europe. These newest aircraft will enable us to offer maximum comfort to our passengers, while their high fuel efficiency will help us make air transportation affordable for wider audience. “ 

“Transaero is an exceptionally forward looking and pioneering airline in Russia and we are delighted to play such a significant role in the company’s future strategy.” said John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers. “In a fiercely competitive market this is a great endorsement for our eco-efficient, passenger pleasing A320neo aircraft.” 

Over 8,100 A320 Family aircraft have already been ordered and more than 4,800 delivered to more than 340 customers and operators worldwide reaffirming its position as the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft family. The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the current A320, making it an easy fit into existing fleets while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950 kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload at a given range. 

The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family entering into service from 2015 and incorporates latest generation engines and large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15 percent in fuel savings. This reduction in fuel burn is equivalent to 1.4m litres of fuel – the consumption of 1,000 mid size cars.  This saves 3,600 metric tonnes of C02 per aircraft per year, the amount absorbed by 240,000 mature trees. The A320neo NOx emissions are 50% below CAEP/6 and this aircraft also has a considerably smaller noise footprint.

Airbus Reports Full European Implementation of WTO Findings

- Full implementation of the few remaining recommendations and rulings following EU success on WTO appeal in May 2011

- Airbus and its government partners committed to WTO compliance 

- Airbus looks to Boeing to live up to previous rhetoric on WTO compliance next year

Europe has implemented the WTO findings and thus brought the parties into full conformity with WTO obligations. In May this year, the World Trade Organization (WTO) report resulted in a decisive victory for Europe, confirming that European partnership with Airbus is legal and that government support to Airbus did not cause material injury to Boeing. Whilst pleased with the WTO’s substantial affirmation of the European position in the decision, Airbus respects that the decision did contain limited findings of subsidy effects requiring action within six months of the decision. 

“We only needed to make limited changes in European policies and practices to comply with the Appellate Body’s report; we did what we needed to do and we did it in the agreed timeframe,” said Rainer Ohler, Airbus’ Head of Public Affairs and Communications. “Today, we call on the US and Boeing to do the same next year. We realize that this will mean substantial sacrifice for Boeing due to the far broader scope and scale of WTO findings of US subsidy to Boeing”. 

Following a review with independent experts of what obligations resulted from the WTO’s ruling, Europe has adopted a course of action. This addresses all forms of adverse effects, all categories of subsidies and all models of Airbus aircraft covered by the WTO report. As a result, Europe has ensured full implementation of the WTO recommendations and rulings. The WTO will publicly disclose information regarding these measures at a later stage. Airbus calls on all parties to recognize that Europe has implemented in good faith, and to return to vigorous marketplace competition rather than further attempts to stifle competition through unjustified legal processes.  

Airbus calls for a show of similar good faith in the implementation of the judgment of Boeing aid coming early next year. Airbus remains concerned that recent media reports of massive federal tax subsidies for Boeing suggest that it will continue to flout the rules of the game. Airbus will carefully follow this separate case to ensure that the playing field remains fair on both sides of the Atlantic.  

More information about the WTO cases: www.airbus.com/presscentre/hot-topics/wto