Bell Helicopter announced today it received Transport Canada approval for a 500 lbs. weight increase – to increase the maximum gross weight to 7,500 lbs – for the Bell 429.
Boeing partners to offer “Street to Right Seat” Pilot Training Program in Africa
Boeing (NYSE: BA) is expanding its partnerships in Africa, today announcing an agreement to jointly offer a comprehensive pilot training program with 43 Air School (Pty) Ltd., Africa’s largest flight training organization.
Boeing partners to offer “Street to Right Seat” Pilot Training Program in Africa
Boeing (NYSE: BA) is expanding its partnerships in Africa, today announcing an agreement to jointly offer a comprehensive pilot training program with 43 Air School (Pty) Ltd., Africa’s largest flight training organization.
Piper Aircraft Inc. named two seasoned executives to lead the company’s sales, customer support and marketing programs. Both will report to Piper President and CEO Simon Caldecott.
NAC sells twenty aircraft during the month of November!
In line with NAC’s continual alignment with market requirements, and specifically our professional sales strategy focusing on customers, NAC is pleased to announce the sale of a new record amount of 20 aircraft.
Just as the Robinson Helicopter products have revolutionised the aviation industry for 38 years, so has NAC created, raised and met the expectations of the industry’s customers throughout its ever-growing sphere of operations.
Piper Aircraft indefinitely suspends light jet development
Piper Aircraft Inc. is indefinitely suspending further development of the Piper Altaire business jet following a review to align the company's business goals with the light jet market outlook, investment strategies and overall economic forecasts.
Nextant Aerospace receives FAA certification for the 400XT
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company announced today it was awarded a new contract by Raytheon Australia to provide three Bell 429s for the Royal Australian Navy's Retention and Motivation Initiative.
Bell Helicopter’s Continued Commitment to Europe Earns Sales
Bell Helicopter announced the signing of three purchase agreements, which included the Bell 429 and Bell 407GX, received during the 6th International Business Aviation Exhibition Jet Expo in Moscow and the Helitech Conference in Duxford, United Kingdom – continuing to grow its presence in the European and Russian markets.
Bell Helicopter receives Environmental Award - ‘Stupendous Recycling Service’
Bell Helicopter was recognized for its recycling program by the North Texas Corporate Recycling Association (NTCRA) at the Green Awards event on Wednesday, 28 September 2011. Bell Helicopter was claimed winner of the Stupendous Recycling Service category.
NAC has been selected by NetJets as Exclusive Reseller in Africa
Worldwide private aviation solutions provider, NetJets, has appointed National Airways Corporation (NAC) as its exclusive aircraft resale representative in Africa. As NetJets rotates aircraft out of its extensive fleet, those aircraft will be available to NAC for resale in this region
NAC reconfirms status of largest general aviation company
National Airways Corporation (NAC) is delighted to announce they have spread their wings further underscoring that they are the largest general aviation company in Africa and one of the largest of its kind in the world.
NAC has been selected by Flight Options as Exclusive Reseller in Africa
National Airways Corporation (NAC) is delighted to announce their appointment as exclusive Flight Options resale representative in Africa. As Flight Options rotates aircraft out of its extensive fleet, those aircraft will be available to NAC for resale in this region.
NAC announces their appointment as exclusive agent for Kodiak in Africa
National Airways Corporation (NAC) is delighted to announce their appointment as exclusive African sales representative for the turboprop-powered Quest Kodiak.
NAC announces their appointment as exclusive agent for Nextant in Africa
NAC’s new Private Aviation facility at Wonderboom Airport is delighted to announce that it now offers a fully comprehensive service including Charter, Hangarage, Aircraft Sales and a Piston Maintenance Division.
National Airways Corporation (NAC) is delighted to announce that they are the first in Africa to deliver the larger and more commanding turbine powered Robinson R66.
NAC announces Beechcraft Authorized Service Centre
National Airways Corporation (NAC) is pleased to advise that their Beechcraft Authorised Service Centre (ASC) agreement has been extended for another three years.
NAC supporting industry, predicting market trends and marketing one step ahead
National Airways Corporation (NAC) has been hard at work with numerous aircraft manufacturers and has been overwhelmed by the support received from the industry.
NAC Helicopter Operations now at Grand Central Airport
We are delighted to announce that the NAC Helicopter Operations division now operates out of Grand Central Airport. Our clients will now be provided with executive facilities and a fully comprehensive Helicopter Operations Service including Charter, Hangarage, over border Operations and Vehicle Tracking services.
Bell Helicopter and Rolls-Royce announced today the selection of Uniflight LLC to develop, manufacture and market an upgrade kit that will enable retrofit of the Bell 206B/L fielded fleet with the Rolls-Royce newly developed RR500 engine.
NAC, 43 Air School and Piper Aircraft Inc. is offering new Archer LX customers their own private pilot training at 43 Air School. The Piper Ready, Set, Fly program helps new aircraft owners learn to fly safely and efficiently, and promotes growth in general aviation by encouraging people to become pilots.
NAC recently invited some of the Aviation Media and staff members to the SA Guide Dogs Association for the Blind for a tour of the facility to learn more about their involvement with the Association and their Flight for Sight project
NAC Helicopter Operations help make dreams come true!
Bell Helicopter has launched an armed version of its best-selling 407 helicopter. The new 407AH is the first Bell-qualified armed commercial aircraft across the market and is designed to support a wide range of law enforcement and paramilitary missions worldwide. The announcement took place at Heli-Expo 2011.
FAA certifies air conditioning for the R66 Turbine
Robinson Helicopter Company is now delivering the R66 with optional air conditioning. The simple, lightweight system provides air conditioned comfort and reduced humidity throughout the five-seat cabin.
2010 marked a year of transition for Robinson Helicopter Company. During the first half of the year, the company worked to move unsold inventory created by the unstable economy. By mid-year, the inventory was gone and the company saw a surge in new sales.
Bell Helicopter today announced the introduction of the 407GX, a new version of the Bell 407 equipped with the innovative Garmin G1000H Integrated Flight Deck.
Following the announcement of their appointment as Authorised Distributor for Piper Aircraft, NAC launched their partnership with Piper Aircraft at its Wonderboom facility on Wednesday 9 March 2011.
National Airways Corporation (NAC) appointed as Piper Aircraft Authorised Distributor for Southern Africa
NAC, through its wholly owned subsidiary 43 Air School, is the largest Piper fleet operator in Africa. As a result of this longstanding relationship with Piper, NAC is delighted to announce their recent appointment as Authorised Distributor for Piper Aircraft as from 01 February 2011.
AMOSA (Association of Aviation Maintenance Organisations of Southern Africa) has presented NAC with a trophy for the CAASA affiliate that has shown the most activity within the industry during 2010.
On 25 October 2010, three years and eight months after Robinson Helicopter publicly announced plans to develop a five-place turbine helicopter, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) presented Frank Robinson with Type Certificate No. R00015LA for the much-anticipated R66. The FAA also presented Robinson with an amended Production Certificate that now includes the R66, allowing Robinson to begin deliveries.
Blackhawk Expands Global Footprint – Opens Office in Africa
Blackhawk officials announced the expansion of their global workforce by appointing Marc Strange as their new African Regional Sales Director. Mr. Strange joins the Blackhawk team after spending the past six years working for National Airways Corp. as their Sales Manager for Value Added Products.
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today launched the newest member of its famed Hawker lineup, the Hawker 200, the most advanced light jet on the market now comes with more capability than ever before.
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) announced that it is displyaing an enhanced interior concept mock-up for the new Hawker 200 at its NBAA static display in Atlanta.
Exceptional Takeoff Performance Defines New King Air 250
Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), officially announced on August 10, 2010 that he has resigned as President and Chairman of the Board. Robinson intended to retire on his 80th birthday in January 2010 but elected to postpone his retirement until the design of the R66 Turbine was complete.
NAC will once again be present at the biggest air show in the southern hemisphere. AAD will take place from 20 - 23 September 2010 at the Ysterplaat Air force Base in Cape Town.
NAC announces the delivery of the first G500H installation into the EMEA region
DART Helicopter Services (DHS), a major producer and global distributor of more than 3,000 certified helicopter accessories, has completed an exclusive distribution agreement with NAC that will establish a stronger DHS presence in South Africa.
You might be aware of the expiry of SB 57-3816 in January 2011, dealing with the Cold Expansion process of the fastener in the wing rear spar lower cap? The Service Bulletin was published in January 2008 with a compliance period of 4,500 flight hours or 36 months, whichever comes first.
When NAC decided to update and refresh their advertising campaign, they turned to what is usually a company’s harshest critic – their customers. However in NAC’s case their customers turned out to be their biggest fans.
NAC executive helicopter operations offer an array of VIP helicopter services which includes aircraft slinging, geological surveyance, game work, helicopter filming, vehicle tracking, contract management, advanced helicopter instruction as well as helicopter air charter flights.
NAC is delighted to announce the appointment of JP Fourie as Executive Director: Aircraft Sales, Ross Hollingworth as Executive Director: Operations & Group Legal Advisor and Philip du Preez as Fixed Wing Charter Manager.
NAC is delighted to announce their approval as an ISO 9001:2008 company, the first aviation organization in South Africa to achieve this accreditation. For more than 15 years NAC has been ISO certified and this new endorsement focuses on procedural improvement and most importantly, customer service.
NAC Helicopters is delighted to have been part of the success of the film, District 9. All aerial filming for the movie was done in a Bell 407 and Squirrel, operated by NAC.
Legendary Beechcraft King Air Now Even More Capable with Launch of New C90GTx
Please join us and take advantage of being able to network with the top representatives for the manufacturers of a host of King Air C90 and 200 series aircraft upgrade options.
Garmin International Inc recently announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted supplemental type certification (STC) for the G1000 avionics suite in the King Air 200 and B200.
TECNAM introduces new piston diesel engine, GEMINI 100
TECNAM will announce the introduction of a new piston diesel engine called GEMINI100 at the AERO 2009 in Friedrichshafen Hall A7-131 to be installed to its well known P92 Aircraft (High Wing).
Hawker Beechcraft Acquisition Company, LLC Reports Full Year 2008 Financial Results
Hawker Beechcraft Acquisition Company, LLC (HBAC) reported net sales of $3.5 billion and operating income of $135.5 million for the 12 months ending Dec. 31, 2008.
NAC is awarded the Altech Netstar vehicle tracking contract
After a recent tender process, NAC has been re-awarded the Altech Netstar vehicle tracking contract for a 3 year period, for national coverage out of Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town, commencing on 1 November 2008.
National Airways Corporation sells Durban helicopter flight training and charter division
Today the South African Police Service has become the proud recipient of two R44 Raven II helicopters, with a further four to be delivered later this year.
Hawker Beechcraft Introduces the Next-Generation Hawker 450XP Light Business Jet
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) today announced the new Beechcraft King Air 350i – a dramatic technological leap forward for what is the most successful turboprop family of all time.
Raisbeck increases C90/C90GT Gross Weight with its EPIC™ Performance System to 10,500 pounds
Raisbeck announces the certification of its new 10,500 pound Maximum Takeoff Gross Weight (MTOW), further increasing the benefits to operators of the C90 EPIC Performance System.
National Airways Corporation becomes South African centre for Hawker 800 series blended winglet
NAC recently announced that they have been named an authorized installation center for Aviation Partners, Inc. Blended Winglets on the Hawker 800 and 800XP
