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10/03/2009
Australasia’s leading aircraft sales, services and product support company, Hawker Pacific, today signed an agreement at the Avalon airshow with the New Zealand based Massey University to provide 14 Diamond aircraft for its world class flight training faculty.
Under the agreement which is worth close to US$5 million, Hawker Pacific will supply 12 new Diamond DA-40 single engine four seater and two DA42L360 twin engine aircraft to the University over a six month period with deliveries scheduled to commence mid year.
The DA-40s will be powered by the Lycoming IO-360-M1A Av Gas engine and the DA42L360s, by two counter-rotating Lycoming IO-360 (180hp) powerplants.
Tony Jones, Hawker Pacific’s Senior Vice President, Aircraft Sales & Flight Services Group, said: “Massey University selected Diamond aircraft for their training fleet because of its state-of-the-art design, Garmin G1000 glass cockpit and leading edge technology as well as the economy, safety and performance of the aircraft.
“The University conducted an extensive evaluation program prior to the aircraft’s selection and the DA-40 and DA42L360 best met the requirements of the University’s demanding aviation training program.”
Professor Ian Warrington, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Massey University said: “It is a pleasure to be associated with Hawker Pacific and Diamond Aircraft Industries in this transaction.
“We believe the Diamond aircraft we have selected are ideally suited for our flight training needs. Our students and instructors will appreciate the performance, safety and design of the aircraft and the University will benefit from its fuel efficiency and corrosion-proof all composite airframe.”
The Diamond aircraft range also provides important synergies for operators in terms of cockpit layout and handling characteristics between single and twin engine aircraft. These benefits provide a better quality of training and ease of progress for trainees to more advanced aircraft.
For the first time, Hawker Pacific will be displaying the Diamond DA40 at this year’s Airshow. Priced at around US$260,000, it is an ideal low entry cost aircraft for flying school operators and enthusiasts.
Notes to editors
Hawker Pacific is a market leader in integrated civil and military aerospace sales and product support in South East Asia, Australia, the Pacific and the Middle East and is one of the largest independent companies of its type in the region. The company’s Asian operations include established businesses in Singapore, China, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia.
Hawker Pacific represents some of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers, including Hawker Beechcraft Corporation, Bell Helicopter, and Diamond Aircraft. Hawker Pacific is also a primary dealer in used aircraft with networks to source, acquire and trade aircraft globally.
Hawker Pacific’s product support activities include MRO, structural modification and support services to a wide range of fixed and rotary wing aircraft for corporate, charter, defence and special mission operators throughout the region. Other services include aircraft and engine maintenance, repair and overhaul, special mission aircraft modifications, design engineering, avionics parts and service, plus the provision of spare parts, exchange rotables and equipment sales.
The DA40 - is a four-seat, single engine, all composite, technically advanced aircraft that features the Garmin G1000 glass cockpit. The aircraft’s fuel economy, performance and industry-leading safety record make it a favorite of leading flight training organizations and personal operators. It is well suited for primary and instrument flight training, as well as for personal transportation.
The DA42 L360 - is the Lycoming powered version of the market-leading DA42 twin, that is in worldwide service with leading flight training schools and institutions. It is equipped with two counter-rotating Lycoming IO-360 (180hp) engines, the industry-standard G1000 glass flightdeck, and available flight into known ice certification (FIKI).
For further information:
Tony Jones
Senior Vice President, Aircraft Sales & Flight Services Group
Phone: 61 2 9708 8532 Mobile: 61 402 890 596
Email: tony.jones@hawkerpacific.com
NB: The Hawker Pacific studio at Avalon is located at EW-E1. Senior Hawker Pacific representatives at Avalon 2009 include:
Alan Smith - Chief Executive Officer
Tony Jones – Senior Vice President, Aircraft Sales & Flight Services Group: (0402890596)
Doug Park - Senior Vice President Aust & NZ Operations/Special Programs: (0413 018 148)
