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Pacific Logistics to Order 8 747-8 Freighters

editor — Fri, 05 May 2017 15:14:11 +0000

Pacific Logistics has announced they have reached an agreement with Boeing to purchase 8 747-8 Freighters. The Boeing 747-8 is the lastest variant of the iconic “jumbo jet” line, which features improvements in fuel efficiency and capabilities.

“The 747 line has been a tremendous asset to Pacific Logistics,” said CEO Andrew De Forest. “We believe the 747-8 will offer us a strategic advantage as we continue to develop our network and look towards the future.”

The 747-8F will initially replace PacLog’s older B747-400BDSFs, which have an average age of 24 years. Additional aircraft will help to supplement and expand Pacific Logistics scheduled cargo network.

Visit Pacific Logistics online @ http://flypaclog.com/

Fly Africa Virtual Airlines Adds to Fleet

editor — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:48:16 +0000

Fly Africa Virtual Airlines has implemented two new types to our fleet of aircraft, the Boeing 757-200 based in Algiers expanding our routes further into Europe as well as the Embraer 145.

The Embraer 145 will be used to complete the shorter flights in South Africa and serve the the Balearic Islands on a daily basis from our Hub in Algiers.

Visit Fly Africa Virtual online at: http://flyafricavirtual.com/

Ohio Express Aquires Aircraft

editor — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:57:50 +0000

Columbus, OH— On January 28, 2012 at 8:00pm, Ohio Express airlines acquired a Beechcraft 1900D for $1.3 million from LUSA Airlines.” with the purchase of this aircraft we will be able to lower our monthly aircraft leases, and continue to generate revenue “ says CEO Justin Caughenbaugh. The New purchase price for the Beechcraft is $3.7 million and the monthly lease was $9,318. The new aircraft is located in Nevada is schedule to arrive home at Port Columbus by Tuesday January 31, after making several stops thought it’s trip so the pilots can fuel up, get a bite to and rest!

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Ohio Express has released their promotional video please check it out by following this link:

See you in the Skies
Ohio Express Airlines
Public Relations
www.ohioexpressva.com

Golden Ghana Virtual Airlines Announces Cargo Charter and Vintage Charter Flight

editor — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:40:38 +0000

Ghana’s first virtual airline announces the start of cargo charter operations and vintage charter flights. Effective immediately, GOG pilots are able to operate three different cargo aircraft and five different vintage aircraft from and to any airports of their choice.

The new charter cargo fleet:

1 Boeing 747-400F

1 Boeing 757-200M

1 Cessna C208

The new charter vintage fleet:

1 Lockheed L-1011 TriStar

1 Lockheed C-130

1 Fairchild C-119

1 Douglas DC-3

1 Boeing 727-200

The existing fleet for scheduled passenger services in Western Africa (3 Boeing 737-800, 1 Bombardier CRJ-200, 1 Dash 8 Q400, 1 Beechcraft Baron) remains unchanged.

The decision to add cargo and vintage flights is a result of a member voting about how to expand the airline’s operations. GOG members are frequently asked to state their opinions via surveys on the airline’s Facebook site.

The flights can be booked via the Pilot Center at the GOG website: http://www.goldenghanavirtual.org.

Air Fresno Pushes Back Re-Opening Until End of January

editor — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:20:17 +0000

Just a week after announcing it’s January reopening Air Fresno is pushing back the start of operations until closer to the end of the month. This is to give the airline time to find suitable replacements for the CRJ-700 regional jets it was using, replacements that will once again allow Air Fresno to provide service to some of it’s more popular destinations. “The CRJ’s are wholly unsuitable for the Runway 36 approach into South Lake Tahoe, we are determined to find a jet aircraft capable of meeting the service demands for that facility”. Air Fresno CEO Peter McKay said that the airline is working with the FAA to obtain a similar steep approach rating that the EASA has given the Airbus A318 in Europe with the intention of employing one here in the states. “The Runway 36 approach does initially exceed the 5.5 degree limit that the EASA placed on the A318 in Steep Approach Mode, however the last several miles of that approach are within the aircraft capabilities”. Demonstration flights into TVL have been delayed by weather, the approach tests must be done first in fair weather before acceptance can be granted. There is no ILS approach for the R36 approach, but McKay stated that prevailing winds generally allow landings on Runway 18, which does have a limited ILS approach. “It’s not just TVL we’re looking at but a whole host of other noise sensitive airports where the A318 and possibly the A320 could be placed in service”.

Garuda Indonesia Virtual adds three new B737 Series to Fleet

editor — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:54:06 +0000

Garuda Indonesia Virtual welcomed its 48th new B737-800NG which is also the 123rd B737 series aircraft delivered to Garuda Indonesia Virtual.

The new B738-800NG aircraft is furnished with “Boeing Sky Interior” technology which is the latest lighting fixture from Boeing. As with the new aircraft already in Garuda’s possession, the new fleet addition also comes with State-of- the- art in-flight entertainment or an Audio & Video on Demand (AVOD)” in every seat.

The acquisition of B737-800NG is part of the fleet development and revitalization program being carried out by the airline to modernize its fleet. The “Quantum Leap” program calls for the fleet to grow from the existing 89 aircraft to 154 aircraft by the year 2015. The new additions will consist of B737-800NG for domestic and regional services, A330-300/200 for middle and medium ranges and B777-300ER for long haul flights. The age of the aircraft will be an average 5 years old.

Here is the new fleet list :

1. 06 December 2011, PK-GMS
*Selcal DKFS cn 38071, First Flight 15 Oktober 2011

2. 10 December 2011, PK-GFS
*Selcal BMQR cn 36830, First Flight 21 November 2011

3. 16 December 2011, PK-GFT
*Selcal CSGP cn 38032, First Flight 02 December 2011

Finally, on behalf of Garuda Indonesia Virtual staff 2011 we would like to say Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2012!

Thank you.

Salam,
Garuda Indonesia Virtual President

Eastern Airlines Virtual Introduces the Airbus A310-300

editor — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:19:56 +0000

Eastern Airlines Virtual releases the Airbus A310-300!
At Eastern we are revamping our fleet. We have a large selection of aircraft for your flying pleasure. No time in rank structure; you fly all of our aircraft. Check out our video of our Airbus A310-300 and other aircraft coming soon.
http://easternairlinesvirtual.com/www/page.php?72
Eastern Airlines Virtual has these other fantastic benefits:
-          Over 10 HUBS in the USA and Europe
-          Many great destinations
-          New and classic Paint Schemes
-          Large and varied fleet
-          13 years of continuous successful operations
-          Great and knowledgeable management team
-          Fun filled family-orientated VA
-          Weekly VATSIM events
-          Weekly VAFSMP multi-player flights

Visit us on our newly redesigned website at www.easternairlinesvirtual.com and see why we are “Earning our wings everyday”.

Eastern Airlines Virtual Revamps It’s Fleet

editor — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 02:09:11 +0000

Eastern Airlines Virtual is revamping its fleet. New paint schemes have been released for the CRJ- 900 and the EMB- 145. Please check out our new paints.

Eastern Airlines Virtual has these other fantastic benefits:

Over 13 year’s continuous operations
Over 10 HUBS in the USA and Europe
Many great destinations
New and classic Paint Schemes
Large and varied fleet
13 years of successful operations
Great and knowledgeable management team
Fun filled family-orientated VA
Online flying events

Visit us on our newly redesigned website at www.easternairlinesvirtual.com and see why we are “Earning our wings everyday”.

Virtual ValuJet Airlines Purchases Fleet

editor — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:17:49 +0000

Providence, RI - Virtual ValuJet Airlines announced today that they have recently purchased 13 McDonnell Douglas DC-9 aircraft from various McDonnell Douglas private dealers throughout the country. 7 Embraer 145 aircraft are also on delivery to VVA headquarters in Providnece, Rhode Island from the Embraer factory. VVA executives will meet with FAA aircraft inspectors in the coming weeks in Providence. Inspectors will check all ValuJet aircraft and receive operating permits. After the aircraft are inspected, they will be flown to a prearranged aircraft painter in Seattle, Washington for livery application.

LAUSA AIR Regional Service City Flyer Introduces the ATR 72-50 into Fleet

editor — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:14:51 +0000

LAUSA AIR’s Executive Chairman Daniel Harvey has today official announced a lease to buy deal with Indian operator King Fisher for (5) ATR 72-500 aircraft. This deal has been negotiated to include code sharing agreement with King Fisher as LAUSA AIR’s City Flyer division expands into Middle East & Asia following the best performance this Division has seen in months. The first of the five is currently in the Australians hangars of Stormy Design, contracted to LAUSA for all the companies’ aircraft designs. www.stormydesigns.org

The ATR 72 is a twin-turboprop short-haul regional airliner built by the French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR(Avions de Transport Régional). It seats up to 74 passengers in a single-class configuration and is operated by a two-pilot crew.

Visit LAUSA Air at: www.lausa.co.uk