Mid-Canada Business Jet Show brings industry’s best to Winnipeg

FastAir Press Release | March 26, 2018

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The upcoming Mid-Canada Business Jet Show on May 16, 2018, will feature a striking display of business aircraft from leading manufacturers including Dassault, Gulfstream, HondaJet, and Pilatus.

Falcon in flight
The Dassault-Falcon team is excited to share its aircraft experience with a Western Canada audience. Dassault Photo

Hosted by Fast Air Executive Aviation Services at the Winnipeg International Airport, the show provides an opportunity for aircraft manufacturers and business aviation clients to meet and experience the latest innovations in the marketplace.

“This focused event provides a one-day opportunity to view new aircraft and other flight options for business aircraft users. Leaders have a busy schedule and this show allows them to make the contacts needed to determine options that allow them to stay responsive in the marketplace,” said event director Dan Rutherford.

In addition, the event features a Canadian Business Aviation Association (CBAA) chapter meeting where members and owners of business aircraft will get updates on the most current issues affecting business flying.

Attendees will be able to see several cutting-edge business aircraft at the show, including:

Dassault Falcon Jet

Dassault-Falcon will be displaying a business jet at the show.

This will be a rare opportunity for Canadian business leaders to see the elegant and efficient leader in comfort and performance in the business jet world.

The Dassault-Falcon team is excited to share the best-in-class aircraft experience with a Western Canada audience.

Gulfstream G280

The G280 has established multiple speed records between cities since entering service in 2012.

G280 in flight
The Gulfstream G280 has record-setting speed. Gulfstream Photo

It can operate at steep approach airports like London City and has a 3,600 nautical mile range. The cabin has remarkably low sound levels and 19 super-sized windows. Scott Neal, senior VP, Worldwide Sales, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., notes: “The G280 offers customers unprecedented range, speed, fuel efficiency and comfort in the super mid-size class. The fleet, which includes operators on five continents, has proven itself through high reliability and excellent performance.”

HondaJet

The Skyservice sales team will display the HondaJet, which is the fastest, highest-flying, quietest, and most fuel-efficient jet in its category.

HondaJet in flight
The HondaJet is billed as the fastest, highest-flying, quietest, and most fuel-efficient jet in its category. Honda Aircraft Company Photo

The HondaJet incorporates many technological innovations in aviation design, including the unique over-the-wing engine mount (OTWEM) configuration that dramatically improves performance and fuel efficiency by reducing aerodynamic drag.

The HondaJet is Honda’s first commercial aircraft and lives up to the company’s reputation for superior performance, efficiency, quality and value.

 

Pilatus

Levaero Aviation will be displaying Pilatus business aircraft at the show.

“Levaero Aviation is excited about the continued market share growth of Pilatus aircraft in Canada,” said Stan Kuliavas, vice-president of sales and business development at Levaero.

Aerial photography of the 2016 Pilatus PC-12 NG with the new Hartzell 5 blade graphite composite propeller flying over Lake Powell.
Aerial photography of the 2016 Pilatus PC-12 NG with the new Hartzell 5 blade graphite composite propeller flying over Lake Powell. Pilatus Photo

“The PC-12 continues to be the best-selling turboprop in its segment, and the new PC-24 Super Versatile Jet is poised to follow in its footsteps, while also blazing a new segment of aircraft missions previously unavailable to operators. Manitoba is no stranger to Pilatus aircraft, and Levaero is excited to continue supporting the province, and again be a part of the Mid-Canada Show.”

More details can be found at MidCanBizJetShow.ca. Registration is now open.

 

 

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