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Field representative of the month
Days can be long for Hans Kaehler, Field Representative in Scandinavia, particularly when working above the Arctic Circle in summer. Nights, too. But that goes with the territory, as they say. Hans supports 37 operators with a fleet of 140 engines, mainly Arriel 1, Arriel 2 and Arrius 2 engine variants. His responsibilities cover Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, as well as the Netherlands. It’s a world away from tropical Guatemala, where he grew up. Fascinated by aviation since "before I could speak," Hans began apprenticing at a Guatemalan Cessna dealership, earning money for flying lessons. In college in Germany he flew gliders through a university sailplane club. Upon graduation, he joined Air Lloyd Technik as a technician supporting various Eurocopter EMS aircraft. Our field representatives seem to be driven by two constants: a fascination with far off places; and the satisfaction that comes from helping customers. Hans personifies them both.
Turbomeca on the road—shows and meetings
Turbomeca attended the ILA air show in Berlin this past May, showcasing its expanding presence in the region. Various government and civil customers recently have placed large orders for Turbomeca-equipped helicopters in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. The company is responding with expanding service, which today includes three TurboSupport Centers and four Field Representatives.
African Aerospace, 21-25 September 2004, Pretoria, South Africa
Heli Trade, 5-7 October 2004, Switzerland, Geneva Palexpo
Japan Aerospace, 6-10 October 2004, Yokohama, Japan
South American Customer Symposium, 3-5 November 2004, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Turbomeca’s Makila 2A engine is certified
A more powerful Makila engine, the Makila 2A, has been certified by Europe’s EASA. Takeoff power increases 14 percent to 2,101 shaft horsepower. The new engine will power the EC 225 and EC 275 helicopters. More than 1,700 Makila engines have been produced and have accumulated more than five million hours.
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