InterGlobe General Aviation Pvt. Limited, a subsidiary of InterGlobe Enterprises and the exclusive representative for Hawker Beechcraft Corporation, the world’s leading manufacturer of business and special mission aircraft, today announced the delivery of the 2000th King Air C90 to an Indian customer based in Delhi.
Entering into the market more than 45 years ago, the C90 has long been considered as the entry-level business and personal aircraft of choice. The King Air C90 Series aircraft is defined by all aircraft with LJ serial numbers, including the 90, A90, B90 and all C90 models. The milestone aircraft, a King Air C90GTx, represents the latest advancement in this most successful turbine aircraft lineup in general aviation today.
The C90GTx offers higher fuel efficiency, greater performance and efficiency and provides absolute consumer delight. The upgraded aircraft includes an in-flight accessible, heated and pressurized baggage storage area along with a private lavatory as standard. It also boasts a cabin 50 percent larger than some very light jets, which seats up to six passengers in its famed squared-oval design, allowing greater passenger comfort.
Mr. Nigel Harwood, President and CEO, InterGlobe General Aviation said, “We are delighted to deliver the 2000th aircraft here to India and the very first advanced C90GTx in the country. This series of aircraft has been an immensely popular choice in India for many years and we are confident of its future success.”
He further added, “The aircraft opportunity in India is very large. The booming markets and evolving lifestyle aspirations has resulted in a surge in demand for aircraft in the last few years. InterGlobe General Aviation is committed to providing solutions to its customers, addressing their lifestyle and business needs seamlessly.”
About InterGlobe Enterprises
Established in 1989, InterGlobe Enterprises is a leading aviation and travel technology company with a truly international vision to deliver outstanding value to its stakeholders, clients and customers through dedicated business units that perform specialist roles. InterGlobe Enterprises is diversified in the fields of aviation management, travel related services, travel technology, travel distribution services and hotel development & management services - going beyond the traditional definition of the travel spectrum giving it a whole new definition. An interesting aspect of InterGlobe is that though the company is privately held, it can boast of corporate governance – a low profile corporate personality with exemplary value-based leadership. www.interglobe.com
About InterGlobe General Aviation
InterGlobe General Aviation Pvt. Ltd. (IGGA), a subsidiary of InterGlobe Enterprises, commenced business operations in 2007 as the exclusive sales and service representative for Hawker Beechcraft in SAARC. Setting the benchmark for general aviation in the region, IGGA’s world class Authorized Service Centre at IGI airport in New Delhi offers superior maintenance and support to all Hawker Beechcraft customers. Strengthening its footprint in the industry, IGGA enhanced their sales portfolio in early 2009 by signing an exclusive agreement with Sikorsky Helicopter Corporation and followed on in 2010 with exclusive agreements with Dornier Seaplane Company and Pacific Aerospace joining the portfolio.
About Hawker Beechcraft
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer of business, special mission and trainer aircraft – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company’s headquarters and major facilities are located in Wichita, Kan., with operations in Salina, Kan.; Little Rock, Ark.; Chester, England, U.K.; and Chihuahua, Mexico. The company leads the industry with a global network of more than 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers. For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com.