Alcoa: Aerospace: News Releases

NASA Certifies Alcoa as Sole Supplier of Al-Li Alloy for Ares 1

2008-11-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that NASA has certified its Davenport, Iowa, facility as the only supplier in the U.S. to produce aluminum-lithium alloy 2195 thin plate for the Ares 1 crew launch vehicle, the rocket that will enable astronauts to explore space beyond low earth orbit with the goal of reaching the moon by 2020. Davenport will produce almost 1 million pounds of the thin aluminum-lithium material for this program. The Alcoa Technical Center near Pittsburgh is casting the aluminum-lithium ingot and shipping it to Davenport, where it is rolled into thin plate for additional fabrication.

Alcoa's Vacuum Die Casting Process Wins Global Innovation Award from Nissan Motor

2008-07-17

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 17, 2008--Alcoa (NYSE:AA)announced today that it is the recipient of a Global Innovation Award from Nissan Motor Company for its proprietary vacuum die casting process (AVDC) and new, advanced alloys used on the GT-R, Nissan's new flagship, high-performance sports sedan. The award was presented at the Nissan Global Supplier Awards ceremony held recently in Tokyo.

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions 757-200ASF Receives CAAC STC (Alcoa SIE Release June 17)

2008-06-17

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions (ASCC) announced today that it received Supplemental Type Certificate approval from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for its 757-200ASF freighter conversion program. To support the Chinese market, ASCC has also signed a Sales Representative Agreement with Beijing Tuo Hai Consulting Services Company LTD (BTHC).

Alcoa Aerospace Update

2008-04-14

April 16, 2008 -- Alcoa Power and Propulsion Vice President Ray Mitchell presented an update on Alcoa's position in the aerospace market.
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Alcoa Advanced Aerospace Alloys and Materials Used on China's First Home-Produced Regional Jet, ARJ21-700

2008-04-08

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE) --Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that several Alcoa-developed high-performance alloys and products produced from Alcoa operations worldwide are used on China's first regional jet, the ARJ21-700.

Alcoa Acquires Two Aerospace Fastener Businesses to Bolster its Growing Aerospace Portfolio

2008-03-12

Republic and Van Petty Fasteners to Join Company's Fast-Growing Alcoa Fastening Systems Business

Significant Modernization Project at Alcoa Operations in Hungary Completed

2008-02-21

SZEKESFEHERVAR, Hungary & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the completion of a US$83 million, (Euro 70 million), major modernization investment project at Alcoa-Köfém, its operations in Székesfehérvár, Hungary. The project began in November 2005.

Alcoa Receives NADCAP Certification for Heat Treatment and Nondestructive Testing at Its Samara Forging Business

2007-11-27

NEW YORK & MOSCOW--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has received the National Aerospace and Defence Contractors Accreditation Program’s (NADCAP) approval for ultrasonic inspection and heat-treated forged products at its Samara manufacturing facility in Russia. NADCAP is an industry-managed accreditation program designed to develop a global aerospace industry supplier base with world-class quality control for special processes.

Alcoa Awarded $360 Million Contract by Lockheed Martin to Provide Aluminum Forgings on F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program

2007-10-12

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that its Alcoa Power and Propulsion business has been awarded a 10-year $360 million contract by Lockheed Martin to supply advanced patented 7085 alloy aluminum die forgings for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program.

Alcoa Launches Innovation Web Site to Showcase Technology Solutions for Design Engineers

2007-09-20

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa announced today that it has launched a new technology web with rich, detailed scientific information on aluminum and other light metal technology that will help design engineers develop new products.

Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) Announces Development of “Smart” Installation Tool

2007-09-17

Improving upon its development of the Ergo-Tech® one-side fastening system that provides easy access and quicker assembly of modern aerospace structures, AFS is releasing a “Smart Installation Tool” that monitors the installation process and validates proper installation of each fastener.

Alcoa, United Aircraft Corporation Sign Technology Cooperation Agreement

2007-08-22

Alcoa and Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) today announced they have signed an agreement whereby Alcoa will supply UAC with advanced metallic materials, modern structural concepts and manufacturing technologies for UAC future generation civil aircraft. The agreement, signed today at the Moscow International Aviation and Space Salon (MAKC 2008), includes joint technology cooperation on next generation UAC aircraft and is part of UAC’s plan to become the third largest civil aircraft manufacturer in the world by the year 2015.

Alcoa Designs New Fastener Insert; No Tapping Needed

2007-05-23

NEW YORK & MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) business has introduced a new patent-pending insert, called SmartSert, which can be installed in plastic or aluminum-based materials without a pre-tapped hole. The innovative product, which was developed by AFS in Melbourne, Australia, is both cost effective and efficient because steps previously required for thread-forming inserts are eliminated.

Alcoa Announces Expansions in Aerospace Propulsion, Fastening and Aluminum Manufacturing Facilities

2007-05-02

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced the completion of multiple global manufacturing expansions during an Alcoa Aerospace industry briefing where company executives outlined aerospace growth prospects, market dynamics, technology breakthroughs and Alcoa’s actions enabling it to grow faster than the market. The expansions reflect the company's strong outlook for the aerospace sector in power and propulsion, fastening systems and structural metallics.

Alcoa to Hold Aerospace Industry Briefing

2007-05-01

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions Redelivers First 757-200ASF

2007-01-05

SIMI VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) announced today the first redelivery of its Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions 757-200ASF freighter conversion program. The converted freighter (MSN 24235) was redelivered to Babcock & Brown Aircraft Management.

Alcoa Howmet's Morristown, Tennessee Facility Expands Capacity

2006-11-29

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it will invest more than $6 million to expand core manufacturing capabilities at its Howmet Product and Services’ Morristown, Tennessee operation. Construction for the 16,000 square-foot addition to the plant began this month.

Alcoa Howmet's Ti-Cast Operation Wins Casting Contest Award

2006-11-10

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa’s Howmet Products and Services’ Ti-Cast facility in Whitehall, Michigan, has received the 2006 Casting Contest Award - aerospace category - from the Investment Casting Institute. The award recognizes Howmet Products and Services for its outstanding leadership in demonstrating the benefits of the investment casting process.

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions 757-200ASF Receives FAA STC

2006-10-18

SIMI VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--October 18, 2006--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) announced today Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification of its 757-200ASF freighter conversion program.

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions Relocates Headquarters to Kansas City

2006-09-13

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 13, 2006 - Alcoa Inc. (NYSE AA) announced today the relocation of its Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions headquarters to Kansas City.

Alcoa's Hungary Operation Ships First Order of Turbine Airfoils

2006-08-29

CLEVELAND & SZEKESFEHERVAR, Hungary--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 29, 2006--Alcoa's (NYSE:AA) operation in Hungary announced that it has shipped its first order of turbine airfoils from Alcoa-Kofem, Ltd.

Alcoa's Howmet Operation in Michigan Installs New Furnace Equipped with Latest Control Technology

2006-05-10

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2006--(NYSE:AA) - Alcoa's Howmet Products and Services business celebrated the "first pour" of its newly installed vacuum furnace, located at the company's manufacturing facility in Whitehall, Michigan. The new furnace - equipped with the latest control technology - will soon begin manufacturing production parts to meet a growing customer demand in the aerospace market.

Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions Selected to Appear on ''The Global Learning Series''

2006-05-09

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. & BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2006--Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions (ASCC) announced today it has been invited on "The Global Learning Series" program dealing with understanding aviation, airing on public television stations throughout the United States this summer. Additionally, ASCC will be featured on several cable television stations throughout the United States, and on Voice of America programming internationally. "The Global Learning Series" will highlight ASCC's efforts in freighter conversions needed to meet the demands of the growing air cargo industry.

Alcoa Locations Achieve Rare Accomplishment in Management System Certifications; Two Alcoa Facilities Certified for Excellence in Environmental, Quality and Health & Safety Performance

2006-03-23

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 23, 2006--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that two of its operating locations have been certified for excellence in environmental, quality, and health and safety performance, achieving a rare accomplishment in management system certifications globally.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Invited to Host Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Benchmarking Event with Lockheed Martin Corporation

2005-12-21

CARSON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 21, 2005--Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) recently hosted a benchmarking event with Lockheed Martin's Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) corporate directors, plant EHS managers and their consultants at AFS' Carson, California operation.

Alcoa Awarded Contract to Produce Aluminum Castings for Tactical Tomahawk Missile Program

2005-12-01

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 1, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Alcoa Forged Products and Aluminum Castings business has signed a five-year contract with Klune Industries, a supplier of finish-machined parts to prime contractor Raytheon, to manufacture high-strength aluminum structural castings for the U. S. Navy's Tactical Tomahawk missile. The contact is valued at nearly $30 million.

First Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions 757-200 Enters Flight Test Program

2005-11-21

ABBOTSFORD, B.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 2005--Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions (ASCC) achieved a significant milestone in their 757-200 Passenger to Freighter Conversion Program with the successful first flight of the prototype aircraft. Converted on behalf of launch customer Babcock and Brown Aircraft Management, this 757 is the first of many freighter conversions that Alcoa-SIE Cargo Conversions will provide to the market to meet the demands of the growing air cargo industry. The flight test program is the final phase of a development program that included multiple ground tests to verify analytical data, aircraft systems performance, and adherence to the US Federal Aviation Authority's rigorous certification requirements.

Alcoa Howmet Recognized by Rocketdyne

2005-09-14

Alcoa Howmet Castings in LaPorte, Indiana, USA, was recognized recently by customer Rocketdyne for its hard work, dedication, and quality in producing investment cast components for the engine used to power the Delta IV rocket.

Alcoa Fuels NASA's Return to Flight with Space Shuttle Discovery; Alcoa Employee Honored at Space Shuttle Launch

2005-07-26

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 26, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it fueled NASA's return to flight today by supplying products and solutions to the NASA Space Shuttle Program including the aluminum powder that boosted Space Shuttle Discovery into orbit.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Awarded Multi-Year Contract By Lockheed Martin Corporation

2005-07-12

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 12, 2005--Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) announced today that it has reached agreement on a large multi-year contract to supply Lockheed Martin Corporation with millions of high-performance fasteners plus advanced installation systems for a wide range of military aircraft programs through 2010. Included in this agreement are AFS' advanced Eddie- Bolt(R) 2 structural pin system; anchor nuts; K-Fast(TM) nuts; Camloc(R) latches; Live Lock(TM), Mark IV(TM), and captive screw panel fastening systems; plus many screws, bolts, hydraulic fittings and installation tools. This contract supports F-16, F/A-22, F- 117, P-3, C-130, C-5, C-27, U-2, F-2, and T-50 programs at multiple Lockheed locations. Alcoa Fastening Systems is also a strong supporter of and provides many similar products for F-35 JSF development and production.

Alcoa to Supply Airbus A380F and Airbus A350 with High-Performance Sheet and Plate Metallics

2005-06-15

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 15, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA)
-- Alcoa Also Signs Agreement in Principle to Supply Additional Extrusions to Airbus
-- Supply Agreement Result of Company's 20-20 Initiative to Reduce Weight/Cost of Advanced Aerospace Metallics.

Alcoa to Expand Aerospace Sheet/Plate Production by 50% to Capture Growth Opportunities

2005-06-07

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 7, 2005--Alcoa today announced it is increasing its global aerospace heat-treated sheet and plate production by approximately 50 percent over the next 18 months in order to respond to orders from its aerospace customers. Build rates for aircraft are expected to grow strongly over the next several years.

Alcoa Achieves Aerospace Metallics Breakthrough: Can Reduce Weight and Cost of Aerospace Metallics by 20%

2005-06-07

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 7, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its program launched in 2002 to reduce the cost and weight of advanced aerospace metallics by 20% is significantly ahead of schedule as a result of extensive research and development achievements, helping to redefine the performance potential of metallic aerospace structures. These breakthrough innovations have been realized through the integration of advanced aluminum alloys, hybrid structural materials, innovative design concepts, novel manufacturing and assembly techniques, as well as close collaboration with customers.

New Alcoa aerospace solutions presented at AeroMat 2005

2005-06-01

The 16th annual AeroMat Advanced Aerospace Materials and Processes Conference and Exposition will feature more than a dozen Alcoa technical papers on innovations ranging from fastener technology to breatkthroughs in metallic structure and design. Alcoa ideas begin with the June 6 plenary session, where Jens Hinrichson of Alcoa Technical Center will present 'Aerospace Metallics: The Opportunities for Integreated Solutions'.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Announces the Opening of Logistics Center in Shanghai

2005-05-02

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2005--Furthering its strategy to be closer to its main customers and accompanying its growth in Asia in tune with the overall market growth, Alcoa Fastening Systems is pleased to announce the creation of Alcoa Fastening Systems (Shanghai) Co LTD. AFS Shanghai, located in the Waigaoqiao free trade zone, Shanghai, will focus on OEM and after market sales and logistics support for the full range of Alcoa Fastening Systems products produced at each of their manufacturing plants worldwide. Services include a bonded warehouse, kitting, inventory management, technical support and much more.

Alcoa Helps the Airbus A380 Make Its First Flight

2005-04-27

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 27, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced that today's successful first flight of the Airbus A380 - the most significant commercial airliner to be introduced in the last 50 years - took with it more new Alcoa products and solutions than any other aircraft in Alcoa's 100+ years of aviation history.

Alcoa Expands Supplier Relationship with Shanghai Aircraft of China

2005-03-02

PITTSBURGH & CHANGZHONG ROAD, Shanghai--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 2, 2005--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Global Extruded and End Products business has received a multiyear contract (2005-2009) from Chinese aircraft manufacturer Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Factory (SAMF) to provide aluminum extrusions for the horizontal stabilizer tail section assembly of the Boeing 737, one of the best selling commercial aircraft in aviation history. This is the second contract in China Alcoa Global Extruded and End Products received for assembly of the Boeing 737. Last December, Alcoa announced it was supplying Xian Aircraft of China with extrusions for the vertical tail assembly of the 737 from 2005 to 2007.

Alcoa profiled on A380 'Reveal' web site

2005-01-19

Airbus unveiled the completed A380 in Toulouse on January 19, 2005.

Alcoa Extends its Global Supplier Relationship with Xian Aircraft of China

2004-12-13

PITTSBURGH & XIAN, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 9, 2004--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Global Extruded and End Products business has received a multiyear contract from the largest aircraft maker in China Xian Aircraft Company (XAC) to provide aluminum extrusions for the tail section assembly of the Boeing 737, one of the best selling commercial aircraft in aviation history.

Airbus, Alcoa Recognize Partnership on the Airbus A380 At Alcoa Howmet Castings in Whitehall, MI.

2004-10-18

WHITEHALL, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 18, 2004--Airbus and Alcoa (NYSE:AA) officials joined together today at Alcoa Howmet Castings' facility in Whitehall, Michigan to acknowledge the contributions Airbus is making to America's aerospace industry and increased employment levels, as well as to recognize the products that Alcoa Howmet Castings is supplying to enhance the assembly of the A380, Airbus' new airliner and the world's largest commercial aircraft.

Alcoa Howmet Castings Awarded Long-Term Rolls-Royce Agreement

2004-07-21

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 21, 2004--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that Alcoa Howmet Castings, the company's precision investment castings business for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbines, has signed a long-term agreement with Rolls-Royce, a leading gas turbine aero engine manufacturer, to supply investment castings for a range of civil and defence aerospace products.

Airbus, Alcoa Recognize Partnership on the Airbus A380; Alcoa Adds 100 New Jobs to Meet Increased Demand

2004-06-29

RIVERDALE, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 29, 2004--Airbus and Alcoa (NYSE:AA) officials joined together today at Alcoa's Davenport Works in Riverdale, IA, to acknowledge the contributions Airbus is making to America's aerospace industry and increased employment levels, and to recognize the new products that Alcoa is supplying to enhance the assembly of the A380, Airbus' new airliner and the world's largest commercial aircraft.

ADVISORY/Alcoa to Host Airbus in Davenport

2004-06-29

Officials from AIRBUS and ALCOA, local, state and government officials, and hundreds of employees from Alcoa Mill Products' Davenport Works in Riverdale, IA.

Alcoa Sells Initial Cargo Conversion Prototype To Babcock & Brown Aircraft Management LLC

2004-06-28

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 28, 2004--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has signed an agreement with Babcock & Brown Aircraft Management LLC (BBAM) for the conversion and sale of the initial prototype of its 14Plus Boeing 757 passenger to cargo conversion.

Alcoa Mill Products Opens Aerospace Service Center in China

2004-06-07

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 7, 2004--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that its Alcoa Mill Products business has opened the Alcoa Aerospace Center (AAC) Shanghai, which will supply aerospace material with value-added services to aerospace customers in China and the Asia Pacific region.

Airbus, Alcoa Salute Increased Jobs from the Assembly of the Airbus A380; Alcoa Adds 250 New Jobs to Meet Demand

2004-05-24

Airbus and Alcoa officials joined together today at Alcoa Fastening Systems headquarters in Torrance, CA, to acknowledge the contributions Airbus is making to America's aerospace industry and increased employment levels.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Signs Multi-Year/ Multi-Million Dollar Long Term Agreement With Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

2004-02-24

Torrance, CA... Alcoa Fastening Systems, a leading worldwide designer and manufacturer of fastening systems, specialty fasteners, components, and installation systems for aerospace and commercial product assembly, announces that it has signed a three (3) year Long Term Agreement (LTA) with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) for the supply of over 350 different fasteners in support of various commercial aircraft programs.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Awarded Multi-Year/ Multi-Million Dollar Contract by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.

2004-02-13

Torrance, CA... Alcoa Fastening Systems announced today it has been awarded a major new contract by Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd (KHI). The three-year contract covers the supply of Accu-Lok™ Blind Fastening System products to KHI for their important manufacturing and sub-assembly work in the production of Embraer 170, 175, 190, and 195 aircraft. The Accu-Lok™ Fastening System was developed for composite applications where access is limited to one side of the structure. The fasteners are available in both unified and metric sizes, and in various materials and finishes.

Alcoa Davenport Works receives top state environment award

2004-02-13

Bettendorf, Iowa USA: 15 years and $70 million invested in healthier air, ground and water earn Governor's Iowa Overall Environmental Excellence award for 130-acre ISO 14001 plant.

Alcoa Fastening Systems Brazil Host Technical Symposium

2004-01-01

Alcoa Fastening Systems hosted a technical symposium on mechanical joint design and airframe assembly at Embraer Empresa Brasileira Aeronautica S.A.