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Industry Partners
AACO established since 1996 an Industry Partnership Program with major Aerospace Manufacturers and Service Providers. The Industry Partnership Program helps in creating a mutually beneficial environment whereby our Partners use the platforms provided by AACO to further their relations with its members and AACO benefits from their support to its programs.

Aircraft Manufacturers
- Airbus
- ATR
- Boeing
- Bombardier Aerospace
- Embraer

Asset Management
- ABJAD
- BAE Systems

Aviation Consultants
- SH&E, an ICF International Company
- Unisys

Education and Consultants
- Dubai Aerospace Enterprise University (DAEU)
- Ayla Aviation Academy
- Institut Aéronautique et Spatial

Engine Manufacturers
- CFM International
- IAE International Aero Engines
- Pratt & Whitney
- Rolls-Royce
- SAFRAN 

Fuel Suppliers

- Adnoc Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
- Shell Aviation
 

 

Global Distribution Systems & 
Technology Partners
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Ascend 
- Amadeus IT Group SA
- Arinc
- ATI Air Transport Intelligence
- AirTransportNews
- The Flight Register
- Hasibat Information Technologies Co. 
- IBS
- Innovata
- ITA Software, Inc.
 -Lufthansa Systems Group
- Mercator
- OAG
- Sabre Airline Solutions
- Sabre Travel Network 
- SITA
- Travelport

Insurance Companies
- AON

Leasing Companies

- ALAFCO Aviation Lease and Finance Company
- ELFC Engine Lease Finance Corporation
- GECAS Commercial Aviation Services
- ILFC International Lease Finance Corporation
- BOC Aviation Pte. Ltd.

Logistics & Ground Handling

- Fraport

Medical Aviation Services
- International SOS 

Payment Gateways
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American Express Company
- Global Collect
 

 

Airbus is the world’s largest commercial aircraft producer offering a range of the world’s most modern and technologically advanced short-to-medium haul to ultra-long haul aircraft. Airbus aircraft are packed with innovative features such as fly by wire, and are built using the latest technology and materials.
These aircraft range from the smallest in the family the 100-seat A318, all the way up to the largest and most modern aircraft in the world, the 525 seat A380.
Airbus aircraft are designed to deliver unbeatable operating economics and passenger comfort whilst at the same time responding to today’s environmental concerns through low emissions and high fuel efficiency.
Airbus’ market share is around half of all new orders placed worldwide each year. Airbus remains dedicated to working in partnership with customers to help them get the best out of their aircraft fleet.
Airbus aircraft are the most popular choice of carriers in the Arab world, where most airlines have made them the foundation of their fleet modernizations.
Airbus also offers a range of corporate jets, based on its airliner family.
Airbus is an EADS Company

www.airbus.com

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ATR: Short Haul Solutions
Toulouse, Southern France-based regional aircraft manufacturer ATR is the reference in the 50 to 74-seat turboprop market. Its ATR 42 and ATR 72 are the perfect solution on short-haul routes around the world. ATR has become the leader in its category by offering a high-performance, reliable, easy-to-maintain and comfortable aircraft to airlines operating on the regional air transport market, at a cost well below that of its competitors. The ATR aircraft have the lowest seat mile costs on short haul routes. 
The new generation ATR –500 series is the state-of-the-art aircraft in terms of technological innovation. Thus, the level of passenger comfort is equivalent to that offered by a jet of the same category, even better in terms of cabin space. 
An important feature of the ATR family is the high degree of commonality between the ATR 42 and ATR 72. They have the same fuselage cross section, use the same basic systems, share the same engines and propellers as well as the same cockpit. 
ATR has four customer support centers (Toulouse, Washington, Singapore and India), three training centers (Toulouse, Bangkok and India), sales offices in Beijing, Sydney and Moscow. ATR is certified ISO 9001-2000 and EN/AS/JISQ 9100, the worldwide quality standard in the field of aeronautics.
Almost 130 operators worldwide currently operate ATRs in about 70 countries. ATR benefits from the experience and know-how of two of the major leading European aerospace industries, Alenia Aeronautica (Finmeccanica group) and EADS, who each have a 50% share in the ATR programme.
In 2006, ATR posted a turnover of US $ 700 million, an increase of 30% compared to 2005, thus confirming the recovery of the turboprop market and the success of ATR aircraft.
In terms of deliveries, ATR plans to deliver 44 aircraft this year (versus 24 in 2005) and some 60 aircraft in 2008. 

www.atraircraft.com

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is the world leader in commercial aviation because of its complete focus on airplane operators and the passengers they serve. One of nine operating groups within The Boeing Company, Commercial Airplanes is headquartered in Renton, Wash., under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Scott Carson. It is organized into three primary business units-787 Program, Airplane Programs and Commercial Aviation Services - as well as providing Airplane Trading services. The Boeing family of products and services delivers superior design, efficiency and support to airline customers and allows passengers to fly where they want to go, when they want to go.

By working together with supplier partners from around the world, Boeing has delivered more than 15,000 airplanes to customers worldwide including airlines, leasing companies, governments and private firms. 
But customers who choose Boeing acquire more than great airplanes; they also gain access to the industry's most complete selection of aviation support products and services.

www.boeing.com

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Bombardier Aerospace is the world's third largest civil aircraft manufacturer and the leading manufacturer of regional aircraft in the 20-90 100-seat category. Bombardier Aerospace Regional Aircraft is the only manufacturer that offers a full family of both turboprops, the Q Series ranging from 37 to 78-seats, and regional jets, the CRJ Series ranging from 50 to 90 100-seats. Both Series offer the benefit of single-family commonality in the jet and turboprop markets. All are proven and in-service and are backed 365/24/7 by Bombardier's worldwide customer support organization.

With more than 1,345 1,400 aircraft in service, the CRJ Series is the most successful regional aircraft program and one of the best-selling commercial jetliner programs. In addition to single-family commonality, the CRJ Series offers exceptional performance, cost efficiency, comfort and market flexibility in medium to longer-haul regional markets.

With over 800 900 orders and options and over 730 800 units in service, the Dash8/Q Series is the most successful turboprop program. The Q Series offers excellent performance, durability and outstanding economics in short to medium-haul regional markets. The high performance, ultra low cost Q400 is ideally suited to low fare regional markets.

Success flies on Bombardier regional aircraft.

www.bombardier.com  and www.crj.bombardier.com  and www.crjnextgen.com and www.q400.com

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Embraer (Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica S.A.) is the world’s largest manufacturer of Commercial jets up to 120 seats, and one of Brazil's leading exporters. Embraer's headquarters are located in São José dos Campos, São Paulo, and it has offices, industrial operations and customer service facilities in Brazil, the United States, France, Portugal, China and Singapore. Founded in 1969, the Company designs, develops, manufactures and sells aircraft for the Commercial Aviation, Executive Aviation, and Defense and Government segments. The Company also provides after sales support and services to customers worldwide. On March 31, 2007, Embraer had a workforce of 21,005 employees and a firm order backlog of US$ 15.0 billion.
The EMBRAER 170/190 E-Jets family is comprised of four commercial jets with 70 to 122 seats, featuring advanced engineering design, outstanding performance, high operating economics, and a spacious cabin. The E-Jets can fly at a maximum operating speed of Mach 0.82 and 41,000 ft altitude (12,497 m), with a range of up to 2,400 nautical miles (4,448 km). The high degree of commonality among the four aircraft results in exceptional spare parts and maintenance cost reduction for carriers.
In April 2005, Saudi Arabian Airlines placed an order for 15 EMBRAER 170s, and took delivery of its first aircraft in December 2005. Royal Jordanian Airlines became the second airline in the Middle East to choose one of the Embraer E-Jets by placing an order, in March 2006, for seven EMBRAER 195s.
Recently, EgyptAir Express, the new subsidiary of the Egyptian flag carrier, EgyptAir has begun its domestic service operating the E-Jets. EgyptAir selected the EMBRAER 170 in September 2006, placing an order for six aircraft, plus six options.
As of March 31, 2007, the E-Jets family order book had logged 630 firm orders and 558 options, totaling 1,188 aircraft to 32 customers in 22 countries.

www.embraer.com

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ABJAD develops strong and lasting relationships with its clients and its partners by providing an effective, global and professional service at all times.

ABJAD is an Asset Management Company, whose principal activities are Large and Regional Commercial Aircraft, Remarketing, Leasing and Trading, Large Engines Sales, Sales and Lease back, Remarketing, Leasing & Trading, in addition to Representations and Agencies for Blue Ship companies like Volvo Aero Group, Lufthansa Technik, Avio Interiors (Seats and Galleys), Europe Aviation just to name a few.

Through its partnership in Executive Aircraft Sales (EAS) and SOFEMA (France), ABJAD is involved in Corporate and Private Jets Sales and Operations.

Jean-Paul Boutibou, ABJAD's Managing Director, has been living in the UAE for 7 years, has an Airline background (3 years with UTA French Airlines based in Paris) and twelve years at the very edge of competition as Airbus Industrie Sales Director for the Middle-East and Africa. He took the interesting opportunity to create ABJAD with the prime objective to be able to remain in constant contacts with his customers while offering an integrated range of Products and Services, from the Aircraft itself down to the Spare Parts.

www.abjad-group.net

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BAE SYSTEMS Regional Aircraft is responsible for Customer Support, Engineering and Asset Management activities covering a world-wide base of 160 customers operating some 800 aircraft in addition to managing a leasing and sale portfolio of some 300 aircraft. 
The business is an acknowledged pioneer and leader in asset management and is recognized as an innovative aircraft leasing and portfolio service provider.
Regional Aircraft is the world’s largest regional aircraft lessor by fleet size and the second largest regional jet lessor by fleet value. The company also has world-class spares and customer training facilities and retains a complete capability in engineering and design.
Regional Aircraft’s Asset management operation ensures the aircraft portfolio continues to provide a competitive product to the market place whilst developing new opportunities and markets. Freighter applications of the ATP and also the BAe146 and Jetstream 41 are being offered to the market to meet the growing need for regional freighter aircraft. Also, Regional Aircraft promotes its aircraft into the corporate and executive charter markets. 
The Regional Aircraft business is backed by the resources of BAE Systems, which is a global defence and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. With 88,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £13.7 billion pounds sterling (US25.4 billion dollars) in 2006.

www.regional-services.com

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SH&E, an ICF International Company, is the world's oldest and largest consulting firm dedicated exclusively to commercial aviation.  Founded in 1963, SH&E has a staff of over 100 aviation professionals working from offices in New York, London, Washington, Boston, Los Angeles, Portland, and Chicago.

SH&E serves clients around the world and across the spectrum of air transport. The firm has performed over 5,000 assignments in its 40-plus year history, working for airlines, airports, financial institutions, manufacturers, governments, and international organizations.  From airline and airport strategic planning to asset management, safety and security audits to sensitivity analysis, due diligence to demand forecasting, SH&E provides a complete range of advisory, technical, appraisal, analytic, management support, and strategic consulting services to the international aviation community and its related industries.

In December 2007, SH&E joined ICF International, a leading policy, management, and technology consulting firm with a staff of 2,500 and offices worldwide.  ICF brings to SH&E expertise in the fields of energy, climate change, environment, transportation, social programs, health, defense, and emergency management, further expanding the firm’s service offerings and technology solutions.

www.sh-e.com

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Unisys is a leading provider of consulting, solutions, services and technologies to airlines, airports, ground handling, logistics, freight, travel, and distribution enterprises. Our clients comprise over 200 airlines – including 19 of the top 25 – and more than 600 airports. 
Our expertise is renown in the industry. Today our systems process 29 percent of all passengers and move 35 percent of the world's international air cargo shipments. And we lead the industry in providing security solutions for air transport into and within the US and for the global supply chain. China's aviation industry relies on Unisys as its leading supplier of solutions and technology. And Fortune Magazine named Unisys one of the top outsourcing and security suppliers in the industry. 
Unisys continues to lead the industry in innovation. Our first RES and DCS system, USAS, was introduced to the industry for over 40 years ago. Its successor, AirCore, is a 21st century marketing, sales and service solution suite aimed at today's customer-centric air transport model. Modular in design, AirCore was built using open technologies enabling agility for change and reduced costs. 
Unisys is also unique in its approach to providing solutions for secure business operations. We do it by creating visibility throughout all layers of the enterprise, showing cause-effect relationships between strategy, processes, applications and infrastructure. This is the Unisys 3D Visible Enterprise approach and Blueprinting methodology being used by hundreds of clients around the world.
Our solutions use market-driven initiatives and technologies in which we have world-renowned credentials. 

  • Enterprise Security 

  • Application Services

  • Outsourcing 

  • Real-time Infrastructure 

  • Open Source Solutions & Support 

  • Microsoft Solutions 

Unisys offers a powerful advantage. Combining 3D Visible Enterprise capabilities and solutions for secure business operations with our trusted core competencies of Consulting, Systems Integration, Outsourcing, Infrastructure and Server Technology. This is the power that Unisys brings to our clients' enterprises.
Unisys has more than 35,000 dedicated people in 100 countries serving thousands of clients around the world. Learn more about Unisys in the Transportation industry 

www.unisys.com/transportation

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About DAE University
Based in Dubai, DAE University is the education and training arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise offering world-class aviation education programmes. DAE University which opened its doors in October 2006 is the first of its kind in the Middle East region to offer comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programmes in aerospace-focused business and engineering. Plans also include a Ph.D. program in the near future.

DAE University also offers students an innovative approach to flight training. The program combines superior aeronautical academics with advanced aircraft and flight simulation in a proficiency-based flight training environment at its DAE Flight Academy facility in Ras Al Khaimah.

About DAE
DAE, headquartered in Dubai, is a fast developing global aerospace, manufacturing and services corporation made up of six divisions – DAE Airports, DAE Capital, DAE Engineering, DAE Manufacturing, DAE Services and DAE University. DAE’s shareholders include EMAAR, ISTITHMAR, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai International Capital, DIFC Investments LLC, the Government of Dubai and AMLAK Finance.

www.daeuniversity.com

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Ayla Aviation Academy was founded by parent company FTO Holdings in cooperation with Atlantic Flight Training (Coventry, UK), as a way to provide a Joint Aviation Authority “JAA” based training program in the Middle East region.

Based in Aqaba, Jordan, Ayla Aviation Academy offers aspiring pilots state-of-the-art aircraft, simulators and training techniques. In addition, Ayla’s ground and flight training instructors are highly qualified, fully certified trainers and career instructors, with teaching experience in the Middle East, Europe and the United States.

 www.aylaaviation.com

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IAS Environment: IAS is the co-operation agency for international education of the French aerospace industries association (GIFAS).
Based in Toulouse, the European aerospace capital, IAS is an independent non-profit making association with 25 years of experience.
The Institute is directly under the supervision of the International Comitte of GIFAS. IAS members are the major aeronautic & space companies such as EADS (Airbus, Eurocopter, MBDA, Astrium, ATR), SAFRAN (Snecma, Turbomeca, labinal), THALES, DASSAULT, Aeronautic and Space SME’s. IAS works in close cooperation with majors French official bodies activities in aerospace sectors.

Activities Objective:
To develop a network of foreign partners, leaders, in the aeronautical and space domain, through educational programmes, research support and professional training support, which allowed to build educational programmes and solutions dedicated to industrials members of GIFAS (French Aerospace Industries Association) for their exportations and international industrial partners.

Main Axis of Activities: Regarding the above described objective, the activity can be split in 3 main steps :
- Mission dedicated to partners identification or existing links updating
- IAS annual Programme (FASIA)
- Specific educational support for IAS partners.

www.inst-aero-spatial.org

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CFM: The Power of Flight 
After thirty years of existence, CFM has become the world leader in the propulsion of aircraft seating more than 100 passengers, covering both the single-aisle as well as wide-body markets. It provides engines for the two most successful short/medium range airplane families currently proposed by Boeing and Airbus, and also propels the A340-200 and -300 wide-body aircraft. CFM engines are also available on the Boeing Business Jet and the Airbus A319 Corporate Jet / A318 Elite. In parallel, CFM has a strong presence in the military markets, providing power to hundreds of KC135 tanker airplanes and numerous surveillance aircraft in operation at several Air Forces worldwide. With over 17,000 engines in service with 480 customers worldwide,
- CFM powers more than 48 percent of the 17,500 aircraft ordered over the past 22 years in the 100Pax+ market.
- CFM powers more than 72% of the 11500 aircraft ordered over past 22 years in the single aisle market

www.cfm56.com

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IAE International Aero Engines V2500 - the preferred choice for the Airbus A320 family
IAE International Aero Engines manages the development, production and aftermarket services of one of the most successful civil engine programs of all time - the V2500 family. IAE was formed in 1983 and is backed by four shareholders - Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce, MTU Aero Engines and the Japanese Aero Engines Corporation (JAEC). The company is based in East Hartford, Connecticut, USA.
The V2500 engine offers class-leading performance and economics and can be backed by an innovative V2500SelectSM aftermarket agreement which combines product upgrades with an OEM-backed, comprehensive support service.
The 22,000-33,000lb thrust engine powers the Airbus A319, A320, A321, A319 Corporate Jet and Boeing MD-90. More than 3,000 engines have been delivered to more than 135 customers, accumulating more than 50 million engine flight hours.

www.i-a-e.com

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Pratt & Whitney, a United Technologies company, is a world leader in aerospace propulsion with a full range of products and services from general aviation, business jets and helicopters to high-performance commercial and military engines.
Today, in addition to about 14,000 commercial engines in service, Pratt has a one-of-a-kind global network of 24 overhaul and repair centers that supports its installed base, fuels dynamic growth in its services business and offers airline customers unique, comprehensive and integrated service solutions.
Pratt & Whitney invests heavily in technology to improve and repair existing products as well as to develop technology for future product and service offerings, especially for the next generation of single-aisle jet aircraft. R & D investments also focus on reducing fuel burn, emissions, noise and maintenance costs.


www.pw.utc.com

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Rolls-Royce operates in four global markets - civil aerospace, defense aerospace, marine and energy. It is investing in technology and capability that can be exploited in each of these sectors to create a competitive range of products.
The company has a broad customer base comprising 600 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces and more than 2,000 marine customers, including 70 navies. The company has energy customers in nearly 120 countries. Rolls-Royce employs around 38,000 people, of which 22,000 are in the UK. Forty percent of its employees are based outside the UK - including 5,000 in the rest of Europe and 8,000 in North America.
The Middle East growth experienced by Rolls-Royce is demonstrated by the increasing number of engines currently in service with airlines and armed forces in the Middle East. Around 1,100 aero engines are in operation, with 350 more on order.

www.rolls-royce.com

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SAFRAN is an international group led by SAFRAN, a French registered company with a Supervisory Board and an Executive Board, headquartered in Paris, France. Safran has a total of 61,400 employees, and industrial, design and commercial operations in more than 30 countries.
SAFRAN is a high-technology group, organized in four branches: Aerospace propulsion, Aicraft equipment, Defense Security, Communications. Each of these branches, coordinates the operations of its constituent companies. In addition to its subsidiaries, the Safran group also has a number of joint ventures and affiliates.
The Aerospace propulsion branch of SAFRAN Group consolidates all operations related to the propulsion of airplanes, helicopters and launch vehicles in the civil and military markets, spanning design, production, testing and support. Companies in the Aerospace propulsion branch participate in leading national, European and transatlantic aviation and space programs.
The Aircraft equipment branch of SAFRAN Group consolidates all design, production, marketing and support operations for civil and military airplane and helicopter systems and equipment.
SAFRAN Group Defense Security branch operates in the civil and military markets, as well as the space sector. Its business covers main the following applications: navigation and aircraft systems, optronics, drones, air-land systems and equipment, biometric identification systems, secure transaction terminals and cards with integrated smart-chips.
The Communications branch is made up of all of SAFRAN Group telecommunications-related businesses, including mobile phones, printing terminals, residential terminals, digital TV set-top boxes, broadband networks electronic etc.

www.safran-group.com

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Adnoc Distribution's Aviation Division is a leading supplier of aviation fuel in the UAE, servicing the needs of the aviation sector including passenger, cargo Airlines, military and general aviation. The company operates state-of-the-art fuelling centers across the UAE, including at the Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Ain International Airport, Fujairah International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Bateen Airport and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport. As local airports undertake ambitious expansion plans, Adnoc continues to upgrade its UAE aviation fuelling operations to meet increased demand.

Adnoc aviation fuels are refined following the strictest international jet fuel standards for commercial and military fuel, and the Aviation Equipment and Design Standards. Adnoc Distribution's technical and operational expertise ensures that fuel quality is uncompromised from refinery to transportation to aircraft tank.

Safety and reliability are given priority throughout the distribution process, and Aviations Services maintains advanced safety and fire suppression measures, equipment, and staff. Aviation Division's quality products and service are available to customers 24/7.

Adnoc Distribution is a strategic supplier of aviation fuels and services, with an extensive network of production and refinery facilities able to adjust fuel volumes to match customer needs. Adnoc operates an exceptional transportation network, and delivers uncompromising quality, safety and service excellence from the refinery process through to servicing on the tarmac. Adnoc Distribution Aviation Services is the reliable choice for aviation fuel products and services within the United Arab Emirates.

www.adnoc-dist.ae

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Shell Aviation is particularly keen to be a part of Aviation development in Dubai and in the Middle East. The region is one of the fastest growing in the airline industry. We want to play our full part in contributing towards HH General Sheikh Mohammed vision’s to attract 15 Million tourists in Dubai by 2010. 
Shell Aviation, which was voted one of the best International Jet Fuel Marketers in the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific regions by the Armbrust Aviation Group annual survey, is well placed to assist both newly and well established customers with its Customer Value Propositions that go beyond merely supplying of products.
Regional airlines need business partners and not just suppliers of products. Shell tries to offer a comprehensive expert advice on our clients’ businesses, starting from providing information on new locations they are considering flying to, right through to risk management products aimed at helping them to manage the volatility associated with fluctuating fuel costs. 
We see a very bright future for the Aviation business in the Middle East. We are excited about the prospects and committed to working with customers and stakeholders to achieve this vision.

www.shell.com/aviation

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Ascend is the world’s leading provider of specialist information and consultancy services to the global air transport industry.

For over four decades we have made it our business to bring you the most reliable, trusted, up-to-date aviation industry information and insight available anywhere.
Today, all of our market-leading products and services are built to answer your needs for decision-support information, insight and consultancy across a wide spectrum. Our offerings include:
      Aviation Fleet Information
      Valuations and Appraisals
      Technical and Commercial Solutions
      Market Analysis
      Airport Economics
      Space Analytics

From aircraft manufacturers to operators, financiers, lessors and suppliers, the aviation industry relies on Ascend to help them make informed decisions and capture new opportunities.

www.ascend-air.com

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