Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"The FJ33-19 engine is the perfect match for the D-Jet, offering the latest technology and a potential performance and utility upgrade path for delivered aircraft that the current engine just doesn't allow. While making this change now rather than later means that initial deliveries will now be in Q2, 2009, we are confident this is the right choice and in the interest of all D-Jet customers, as it ensures one configuration and maximum resale value for all delivered aircraft."

Source: Peter Maurer, president of Diamond Aircraft. Diamond announced Thursday the company has selected a newer, higher nominal thrust engine for its D-Jet -- the Williams FJ33-4A-19 -- and will deliver all D-Jets equipped with the uprated powerplant, albeit a little later than originally thought.

FMI: www.diamondaircraft.com, www.williams-int.com