Acron Aviation and EGYPTAIR have “entered into an agreement for the supply of the Traffic Alert & Collision Avoidance System with ADS-B (TCAS 3000SPTM/NXT-800TM Transponder) and the SRVIVR25TM Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR).”
According to Acron Aviation, the contract which was “concluded during the Paris Airshow, will equip EGYPTAIR’s upcoming fleet of 18 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This landmark deal significantly expands Acron Aviation’s growing presence and commitment to the aviation sector in the Middle East and Africa.”
The signing ceremony was witnessed by Dr. Sameh El Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation of Egypt between EGYPTAIR and Acron Aviation. The agreement was signed by Capt. Ahmed Adel, Chairman & CEO of EGYPTAIR Holding Company, and Mr Alan Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Acron Aviation.
Dr. Sameh El Hefny stated that Egypt’s civil aviation sector is “currently experiencing a significant leap forward, driven by a strategic vision to enhance our capabilities”, noting that “We are committed to providing our passengers with the best possible experience, which encompasses not only unparalleled safety and operational efficiency but also comfort and technological advancement.”
Hefny adds that “This milestone contract strengthens Acron Aviation’s long-standing partnership with EGYPTAIR, dating back almost 20 years. As a trusted partner for EGYPTAIR’s Airbus A320 fleet, Acron Aviation’s avionics are now set to support the airline’s next-generation 737 MAX aircraft, further solidifying the company’s reputation for providing cutting-edge, reliable solutions.”
According to Acron Aviation the ACSS-developed surveillance solution selected by EGYPTAIR features the following:
- The TCAS 3000SPTM has increased computing power capable of supporting ADS-B In applications such as Surface-Alerting (SURF-A), CDTI-Assisted Visual Separation (CAVS), Interval Management (IM) and In-Trail Procedure (ITP) for enhanced traffic situational awareness in the cockpit.
- The Mode S NXT-800TM Transponder is certified to DO-260B, the highest level of ADS-B Out meeting global ADS-B mandates.
- Both TCAS 3000SPTM and NXT-800TM products offer industry-leading reliability.
The SRVIVR25TM line of Cockpit Voice and Data Recorders meet the latest standards and mandates with a minimum of 25 hours of voice recording over four audio channels, as well as a minimum of 140 hours of flight data recording. The new state-of-the-art design reduces operating costs with its lower weight, is more environmentally friendly and is a direct replacement solution for Acron Aviation FA2100, as well as other ARINC 747 and 757 recorders, offering airlines flexibility for both new and existing aircraft.
Alan Crawford, Chief Executive Officer, Acron Aviation, said: “We’re honored to have been selected to equip EGYPTAIR’s new 737 MAX fleet. This contract, with one of the leading airlines in Africa and the Middle East, marks a new chapter in our vision to become the top-tier partner of choice for customers, building long-lasting, collaborative relationships.”
Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman & CEO of EGYPTAIR, added: “Acron Aviation has proven itself a reliable partner for our A320 fleet, and their expertise and high-performance solutions made them the ideal choice for our new 737 MAX aircraft.”