30 January 2007
Gulf Aircraft Maintenance Company (GAMCO) announced completion of its first Boeing 757-200 aircraft modification incorporating 'Boeing Blended Winglets'.
Gulf Aircraft Maintenance Company (GAMCO) announced completion of its first Boeing 757-200 aircraft modification incorporating 'Boeing Blended Winglets'.
The addition of the winglets, which replace the standard wingtip, produce increased fuel efficiency and range. The modification work comprises removing approximately six feet of the skin on lower and upper surface of both wings, reinforcement of stringers, installation of adaptor plugs and winglets, along with modification/lighting changes.
"This capability and approval is a huge boost to our business. With high fuel prices contributing to such a large percentage of an airline's expenses, investing in Blended Winglets makes sense even for older aircraft," says Saif Al Mughairy, GAMCO's CEO.
"Performance advantages of Blended Winglet Technology for the Boeing 757 are as compelling and dramatic as the fuel saving benefits. In today's tough airline operating environment Blended Winglet Technology gives operators a competitive edge," he added.
Blended Winglets improve aerodynamic efficiency of an aircraft. A Boeing 757 equipped with Blended Winglets burns up to 5% less block fuel which is addition to the commercial advantage, benefits the environment through reduced engine emissions of carbon monoxide and nitrous oxide.
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About GAMCO:
Gulf Aircraft Maintenance Company (GAMCO) is an established Technical and Maintenance services provider for the aviation industry, strategically positioned in Abu Dhabi the United Arab Emirates. GAMCO provides services to more than 150 commercial and military clients from around the world, and offers full overhaul capability on all Airbus variants, with additional capability on Boeing and Lockheed aircraft. Its workshops overhaul the GE CF6-80C2, CFMI CFM56-5A, and Rolls Royce Trent 700, PT6 engines, the GTCP-331 APUs and most of the Components installed on these aircraft / engine types.
"This capability and approval is a huge boost to our business. With high fuel prices contributing to such a large percentage of an airline's expenses, investing in Blended Winglets makes sense even for older aircraft," says Saif Al Mughairy, GAMCO's CEO.
"Performance advantages of Blended Winglet Technology for the Boeing 757 are as compelling and dramatic as the fuel saving benefits. In today's tough airline operating environment Blended Winglet Technology gives operators a competitive edge," he added.
Blended Winglets improve aerodynamic efficiency of an aircraft. A Boeing 757 equipped with Blended Winglets burns up to 5% less block fuel which is addition to the commercial advantage, benefits the environment through reduced engine emissions of carbon monoxide and nitrous oxide.
-Ends-
About GAMCO:
Gulf Aircraft Maintenance Company (GAMCO) is an established Technical and Maintenance services provider for the aviation industry, strategically positioned in Abu Dhabi the United Arab Emirates. GAMCO provides services to more than 150 commercial and military clients from around the world, and offers full overhaul capability on all Airbus variants, with additional capability on Boeing and Lockheed aircraft. Its workshops overhaul the GE CF6-80C2, CFMI CFM56-5A, and Rolls Royce Trent 700, PT6 engines, the GTCP-331 APUs and most of the Components installed on these aircraft / engine types.
© Press Release 2007
