lundi 21 juillet 2014

21 JUILLET 2014: G-TCSX, D-AVWL

Sortie d'atelier du BOEING 757-2K2WL N°26330/717 ex- YA-AQT SAFI AIRWAYS.
A l'issue de son vol de contrôle du 18/07/14, l'appareil est retourné dans le hangar pour recevoir sa nouvelle immatriculation: G-TCSX

Boeing 757

-2K2

26330

717

G-TCSX

TAG Aviation UK

seen regd at PGF 21jul14, basic Safi cs prior paint & delivery, to ops for TCS Expeditions

ex YA-AQT

Source: www.skyliner-aviation.de/
TCS EXPEDITIONS

TAG Aviation to operate Boeing 757-200ER aircraft for TCS Expeditions

May 20, 2014: TAG Aviation announced that it will operate a bespoke Boeing 757-200ER aircraft for TCS Expeditions for a period of six years beginning January 2015. The aircraft will principally be used to operate on a defined number of trips and additional ad-hoc charters may be considered.
TAG Aviation is currently refitting the Boeing 757-200ER aircraft with a dual configuration, allowing the choice of either 78 or 52-seat configuration for TCS Expeditions guests. The customised interior will feature leather seats, plush carpeting and contemporary lavatories. The aircraft will travel with a dedicated team of experienced crew, including chefs and concierge, and will also be equipped with a state-of-the art Wi-Fi system, including KU-Band satellite communications, enabling in-flight access to web services.
“At TAG Aviation, our focus it to offer bespoke solutions and operational excellence. This innovative project will deliver a high quality product and offer customers an exclusive onboard experience,” said Graham Williamson, president aircraft management and charter services, TAG Aviation Europe. “Working closely with TCS Expeditions has enabled us to customise this new aircraft to meet their specific needs.”
Press release issued by TAG Aviation.

TAG selects Monarch Engineering for Boeing 757 maintenance

Posted by: Terry Spruce May 30, 2014 in Aircraft Maintenance, News

TAG Aviation selects Monarch’s engineering division to a Boeing 757-200ER used a holiday operator.

TAG Aviation has contracted Monarch Aircraft Engineering Limited (MAEL) for full maintenance support of a Boeing 757-200ER, which will be used by TCS Expeditions for round-the-world holiday tours.
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The aircraft was built in 1996 (msn 26330) and originally delivered to Transvia Airlines. It was then leased from International Lease Finance Corporation, with Cabot Aviation acting as TAG’s acquisition agent. The first revenue service is scheduled for January 2015.
MAEL will provide base and line maintenance, full CAMO and spares support. MAEL will fit-out the aircraft’s business class cabin at its new facility at Birmingham Airport, which will include the installation of new seats, galley, overhead storage and an on board Wi-Fi system.
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Ian Bartholomew, commercial director of MAEL, said: “Our versatility and broad range of maintenance services, both here in the UK and at line maintenance locations across the globe, make us a perfect fit for TAG Aviation’s needs.”
Graham Williamson, president of aircraft management and charter services at TAG Aviation Europe, said: “Ensuring the highest levels of efficiency and service are key to our operations for TCS Expeditions and their clients, and so Monarch Aircraft Engineering’s proven track record made them the obvious choice of maintenance partner.”
Monarch Aircraft Engineering Limited is part of the Monarch Group, which also includes Monarch Airlines.