UTC Aerospace Systems

Virgin Galactic Selects Boeing Subsidiary Aurora to Build New Motherships

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Virgin Galactic (NYSE: SPCE) (the Company or Virgin Galactic), an aerospace and space travel company, today announced an agreement with Aurora Flight Sciences (Aurora), a Boeing company, to partner in the design and manufacturing of the Companys next generation motherships.

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  • Virgin Galactic (NYSE: SPCE) (the Company or Virgin Galactic), an aerospace and space travel company, today announced an agreement with Aurora Flight Sciences (Aurora), a Boeing company, to partner in the design and manufacturing of the Companys next generation motherships.
  • Virgin Galactic Chief Executive Officer Michael Colglazier said: Our next generation motherships are integral to scaling our operations.
  • Final assembly of the motherships will be completed at the Virgin Galactic facility in Mojave, California.
  • This partnership between Aurora and Virgin Galactic brings together teams that share a passion for aerospace, innovation, and exploration, said Per Beith, Aurora President and CEO.

BD Names Rishi Grover as Chief Integrated Supply Chain Officer

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that Rishi Grover has been named executive vice president (EVP) and chief integrated supply chain officer for BD, effective July 7, 2022.

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  • FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that Rishi Grover has been named executive vice president (EVP) and chief integrated supply chain officer for BD, effective July 7, 2022.
  • In this role, he was responsible for all aspects of global operations, including lean manufacturing excellence, supply chain efficiency, operational transformation and EHS.
  • "Rishi has deep expertise in lean manufacturing and supply chain operations that will continue to ensure BD is at the forefront of our industry in navigating the current environment of unprecedented supply chain challenges while we build for the future," said Tom Polen, chairman, CEO and president of BD.
  • This experience will serve BD well as we advance our BD 2025 strategy and improve the speed and efficiency of our global supply chains."

ConsuNova Launches Industry's First On-Demand Training Portal

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Monday, June 27, 2022

The industry-first On-Demand Training Portal offers engineers over 20 pieces of modularized, focused content based on FAA and EASA rules and regulations.

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  • The industry-first On-Demand Training Portal offers engineers over 20 pieces of modularized, focused content based on FAA and EASA rules and regulations.
  • All video sessions are limited to an hour and a half, allowing the portal to provide streamlined, accessible training for its users.
  • With a core value of consulting in new ways,ConsuNova has proven success implementing subscription-based virtual training with UTC Aerospace back in 2018, it does so again for a worldwide audience with its On-Demand Training Portal.
  • ConsuNova provides avionics compliance solutions faster and in the most cost-effective way and also offers complimentary, downloadable case studies and whitepapers .

Boeing Elects David L. Gitlin to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

ARLINGTON, Va., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] Board of Directors today announced that it has elected David L. Gitlin as its newest member.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] Board of Directors today announced that it has elected David L. Gitlin as its newest member.
  • Gitlin, 53, currently serves as chairman and chief executive officer of Carrier and brings to the Board more than 20 years of aerospace industry experience.
  • "Dave is a proven leader with deep aerospace, manufacturing and supply chain expertise," said Boeing Chairman Larry Kellner.
  • "With his consistent focus on safety and track record of operational expertise, Dave will add critical experience and perspective to our Board."

CAPEWELL ANNOUNCES GAIL BAKER JOINS BOARD OF ADVISORS

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capewell, a global leader in engineering aviation and life support solutions, announced Gail Baker has joinedthe company's Board of Advisors.

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  • SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capewell, a global leader in engineering aviation and life support solutions, announced Gail Baker has joinedthe company's Board of Advisors.
  • Capewell, a leader in engineering aviation & life support solutions, announces Gail Baker has joined Board of Advisors.
  • "Gail joins our team at the perfect time in our organization's history and brings invaluable corporate leadership experience to our company.
  • "I'm thrilled to be joining the esteemed Board of Advisors at Capewell, where mission-critical products support those defending our freedom around the world," Baker said.

Worldwide Airborne ISR Industry to 2027 - Featuring BAE Systems, L3Harris Technologies and Elbit Systems Among Others

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

The global airborne ISR market reached a value of US$ 27.1 Billion in 2021.

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  • The global airborne ISR market reached a value of US$ 27.1 Billion in 2021.
  • What is the structure of the global airborne ISR industry and who are the key players?
  • What is the degree of competition in the global airborne ISR market?
  • What are the profit margins in the global airborne ISR market?

Ontic Signs License With Curtiss-Wright for Data Recording, Data Acquisition and Test Equipment

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

This most recent license consists of the PCard and Optical Quick Access Recorders (O/PQAR), Computer Controlled Air Data Test Set (CCADTS-2), and the Digitas and TP91 Air Data Sensor products.

Key Points: 
  • This most recent license consists of the PCard and Optical Quick Access Recorders (O/PQAR), Computer Controlled Air Data Test Set (CCADTS-2), and the Digitas and TP91 Air Data Sensor products.
  • These Curtiss-Wright Penny & Giles branded products are currently manufactured and repaired at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Christchurch, UK facility.
  • Gareth Blackbird, Chief Commercial Officer of Ontic, said Ontic is pleased to continue our Extended Life Solutions to Curtiss-Wright with the addition of these products.
  • Ontic possess over 45 years of aerospace product manufacturing and aftermarket support experience.

AMETEK Appoints Sheraz Ahmed Vice President and General Manager, MRO Division; Brian Hoffman to Retire Following 17 Years of Service

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

BERWYN, Pa., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AMETEK, Inc.(NYSE: AME) today announced the appointment of Sheraz Ahmed as Vice President and General Manager of the AMETEK Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) division.

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  • BERWYN, Pa., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AMETEK, Inc.(NYSE: AME) today announced the appointment of Sheraz Ahmed as Vice President and General Manager of the AMETEK Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) division.
  • Sheraz will be replacing Brian Hoffmann, who announced his intention to retire following his 17-year tenure with the company.
  • "We are pleased to announce Sheraz's promotion to Vice President and General Manager," said David A. Zapico, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Ahmed joined AMETEK in 2015 as the Division Vice President and Business Unit Manager for AMETEK Airtechnology.

Lockheed Martin Names Jay Malave as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced today that Jesus "Jay" Malave will be the company's next chief financial officer, effective immediately.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced today that Jesus "Jay" Malave will be the company's next chief financial officer, effective immediately.
  • Malave most recently held the positions of senior vice president and CFO for L3Harris.
  • Prior to that, he served as vice president and CFO of Carrier Corporation, an operating unit of United Technologies Corporation (UTC).
  • During his more than 20 years at UTC, Jay also served as vice president and CFO of UTC Aerospace Systems and head of Investor Relations.

Ontic Acquires Product Lines From Ultra Electronics

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Ontic, a leading OEM and provider of MRO services for established aircraft in the commercial, military, rotorcraft and adjacent markets (including marine and rail), has signed an asset purchase agreement for various product lines from Ultra Precision Control Systems (Ultra PCS) in the U.K.

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  • Ontic, a leading OEM and provider of MRO services for established aircraft in the commercial, military, rotorcraft and adjacent markets (including marine and rail), has signed an asset purchase agreement for various product lines from Ultra Precision Control Systems (Ultra PCS) in the U.K.
  • The acquisition covers five distinct product categories comprising: Legacy Electronics, Aircraft Lighting, Commodity Harnessing, Engine Terminal Blocks and Rail Barrier Systems.
  • Gareth Hall, Chief Executive Officer of Ontic, said, Ontic is pleased to sign this agreement with Ultra supporting their future strategic plan, enabling Ultra to focus upon their core growth technologies.
  • Wed like to thank the Ultra employees involved in these product lines for their contribution to Ultra and wish them and the business every success in the future with Ontic.