Avianca, a leading airline based in Colombia, has recently made a significant decision to incorporate advanced avionics technologies and mechanical systems from Honeywell into its new Airbus A320neo fleet. This strategic move is aimed at boosting operational efficiencies and enhancing pilot situational awareness during flights.
Honeywell will supply its 131-9A auxiliary power units (APUs) across Avianca’s 138 new aircraft. The 131-9A APU is crucial for generating electrical power when the aircraft is on the ground, maintaining passenger comfort by ensuring systems are powered before the main engines start.
Heath Patrick, President of Americas Aftermarket at Honeywell Aerospace, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, ‘Our collaboration with Avianca builds on Honeywell’s century-long legacy of innovation. We are poised to deliver cutting-edge technologies that will propel Avianca’s operational capabilities.’ He highlighted that the integration of Honeywell’s avionics and mechanical systems, including the top-tier APUs, will allow Avianca to optimize the operational efficiency of its new A320neo aircraft while providing pilots with advanced, intuitive cockpit systems that enhance their awareness and control during flights.
In detail, Avianca’s Airbus A320neo fleet will be equipped with the following Honeywell avionics technologies:
- Honeywell Pegasus II A320 Flight Management System (FMS): This system serves as the primary navigation and flight planning tool, offering optimized route determination, trajectory prediction, performance computations, and data link functions for air traffic control and airline operational control communications.
- IntuVue RDR-4000 3D Weather Radar System: As the industry’s first automatic, commercial radar to depict precise weather conditions along the flight path, this system performs comprehensive scans across 17 tilt angles, providing a three-dimensional view of weather. This capability significantly aids in strategic rerouting and tactical maneuvering, ensuring timely arrivals, fuel efficiency, and enhanced safety.
- Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS): Honeywell’s SmartTraffic CAS 100 system enhances airspace safety by providing intuitive traffic displays and implementing safety protocols to prevent mid-air collisions.
- Integrated Multi-Mode Receiver: This receiver combines various navigation systems to ensure precise location tracking of the aircraft, particularly during challenging approaches to new or difficult runways.
- Honeywell Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS): This system is designed to reduce the risk of controlled flight into terrain by offering timely and accurate information about the terrain and obstacles around the flight path.
Francisco Raddatz, Senior Vice President of Fleet and Supply at Avianca, emphasized the importance of this collaboration with Honeywell, noting, ‘Integrating Honeywell’s state-of-the-art technologies significantly uplifts our operational efficiency and safety, ensuring a superior flight experience for both our crew and passengers.’
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