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Contents - Alsalam Aircraft Company
Alsalam Horizons
Semi annual magazine by the Public Relations Department
of Alsalam Aircraft Company - Issue11. February 2012
Contents
Chief editor
Public Relations
Department
Editorial Team
Willis Brown
Salah idres
Salah Al-Faisal
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Yahya AL-Yazeedi
Alsalam Aircraft
Company
P.O. Box 8012
Riyadh 11482
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Tel.:01 874 2222
Fax: 01 220 0196
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Opened remark by his royal Highnes
Prince Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz
When Dreams Become a Reality Alsalam Completion
Center … the Ultimate VIP Destination !
sign agreement with Marshall
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Company for C-130
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Opening Remarks
Aircraft industry in the Kingdom …
Splendid past and brilliant future
The progress of nations and peoples is measured by the efforts they
make and the civilization achievement they realize by their own citizens for the development of their
societies and development of their
abilities and competencies; and to
achieve scientific progresses and
achievements to serve all aspects of
society life.
For this purpose active societies work hard to reach science and
technology as they are the only one
way to progress, recognizing the
values of sustainable development,
providing suitable living standard for
their citizens to contribute in building a better future for humanity.
His Royal Highness
Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz
President of the General Authority for
Tourism and Antiquities
From the beginning of its foundation by the founder King Abdulaziz
Bin Abdulrahman- mercy be upon
him- his sons and loyal citizens, the
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recognized
the importance of science and applying science as it is the real means
for building the state and society
and for the progress of a strong
Saudi nation. When we return back
to the stage of the history of the
Kingdom from the stage of the Kingdom foundation we understand the
shrewd vision and the diligent work
to modernize the Saudi society with
emphasis on the traditions, inherited morals and values of our society
which gave it excellence and pioneer
situation.
King Abdulaziz opened all the
doors of controlled modernization
to his country while he was leading
the campaigns of national unity taking into consideration that a nation
cannot be build by unifying the territories alone but also by re-forming
that unity in accordance with the requirements of the modern age.
As I am a professional pilot, I followed the strong historical relationship between the Kingdom, aviation
and space for all the pas years, as
this relationship is the key of boom
and progress. It is clear to us this relationship and the brilliant situation
of our country with respect to aircrafts industry and its contributions
in the national strategy for the development of this kind of industry;
and to realize self-sufficiency in the
field of industry, amendment and
repair of civil and military aircrafts.
For instance, the continuous Saudi
development plans concentrated
on coping with the developments
of international industry and opening new horizons in large industries.
This clearly appeared since the tend
to develop and manufacture helicopters locally was declared after
signing a number of memoranda of
understanding with specialized international companies, in addition
to USA Space Agency (NASA).
In this context we should give reference to the activities and programs
of King Abdulaziz City for Science &
Technology (KCAST), which a public sector city specialized in scientific
and technical research established in
the late seventies of the last century,
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in the field of aviation and space by
concentration on important subjects
such as land observation, navigation,
wiry & wireless communications
technology and others. In addition
to the developments resulted from
these activities which enabled the
Kingdom to contribute strongly in
space sciences programs and to employ them in the services of transition to electronic government.
It is important to mention that
the Kingdom adopted a national
strategic plan to develop space and
aviation industry, to increase and
continue cooperation with specialized parties, to purse the national
agenda and to realize sustainable development in this sector. In addition
to care for academic and scientific
fields related to air and space navigation and exchanging knowledge
between scientists and engineers
on new discoveries in space, technology and its products, as well as
discussing ideas ,experiences and
developing a high level network of
professionals in this field.
targets of development and to realize a scientific rise to strengthen the
Saudi role locally, continentally and
internationally.
It is important in this respect to
commend the role of late/ Prince
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz- mercy be upon
him- for his attention to aviation industry, providing all types of support
to build a Saudi aviation industry to
serve the targets and policies of the
Kingdom. The name of late/ Prince
Sultan is connected to this industry
for a long time. He provided to it
support and care which we is difficult
to mention in this short statement
for half a century. We should also
commend the role of HRH Prince
Salman Bin Abdulaziz, the Minister
of Defense who accompanied late/
Prince Sultan in his expectations
and ambitions as he accompanied
him during the period of sickness in
consideration to his great national
role by giving more strong momentum to this industry.
I should also commend the excellent roles of Assalam Aircraft Company in nationalizing aviation technologies in the Kingdom and the
region, as well as their good steps
in this field, in addition to its distinguished abilities reflected by its
success in this field specially in the
maintenance of military aircrafts.
These achievements reflect what
the Kingdom reached in aviation industry.
Therefore, we are looking for a
united Arabic industry in the field
of aircrafts industry which is easy
to realize whenever their intent to
unify all Arab efforts. We have scientists, potentials, high abilities and the
Arab Commission for Industry, as
well as the intention to manufacture
an excellent product to satisfy our
local and regional needs and allows
us the opportunity to offer it for export and international competition.
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In the same time and according to
several fair experts, Saudi aviation
engineers proved their competence
and high abilities in understanding
sophisticated engineering in the
field of aviation and they received
respect in all scientific forums. This
confirms that we are going on in
developing air industry to serve the
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Consolation
He passed away, but his
virtues and good deeds
Remain alive
Saturday 22 October 2011 was
the date of his departure from this
mortal life. On that date the body
of late prince Sultan ibn Abdulaziz
left, but his memoir will remain alive
in the memory of history for a long
time. With his death, the Arab and
Muslim world have lost a visionary
leader, a towering Arab personality
and a great philanthropist. He was
known for his wisdom, benevolence
and philanthropy by everyone.
The Royal Court commended
Prince Sultan’s contributions toward
ensuring the progress and prosperity
of the Kingdom:” While conveying
its condolences to the Saudi people,
we pray to the Almighty that He may
bless the late prince with his mercy
and forgiveness and admit him to
His Paradise and give him the best
of rewards for the contributions he
made for his religion and nation,” It
said in a statement.
He visited Alsalam Aircraft
Company upon the start of its
operations to make sure that the
seed he has sown and gave it all his
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care and attention was growing well.
Nine years after his first visit, the late
prince Sultan visited the Company
for the second time, particularly in
30 April 2006. The purpose of the
visit was to honor the graduation
of (167) trainees and to again make
sure that strategy to develop
self sufficiency in the field of civil
and military aircraft maintenance,
overhaul and modification through
the transfer of technology and the
development of Saudi nationals was
progressing.
So, he was pleased to see that
his strategy has resulted in actual
achievements on the ground and
was very pleased to see the young
national cadres have been trained
and qualified to work in such
sensitive activities of the Company.
This was reflected in his speech
which included the objectives that
have been achieved, his hopes, and
visions to advance the development
of the aviation industry in the
Kingdom. He said “ Not long ago, we
used to send our aircraft outside the
Kingdom for maintenance, but today
we are performing the same work
here in Saudi Arabia by Saudis” Then
he added “ What makes us more
proud is that the aircraft of sister
and friendly countries are being
sent to us for maintenance, and this
proves that you are doing a good
job”
We still remember his comment
when the company presented him a
commemorative gift on this occasion
“The best gift for me is theses Saudi
graduates”
May God bless late prince
Sulatan and give all the help to his
successors; HRH Prince Naif ibn
Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy
Prime Minister and Interior
Minister, and HRH Prince Salman
ibn Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense
and his deputy prince Khalid bin
Sultan. We are confidence that the
kingdom will continue its strategy
toward prosperity and success in the
development of the aviation industry
in the region.
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Guests and visitors
Magazine
«the prospects of peace»
Hosted by His Excellency
Director of Air Medical Evacuation
Q. Medical Evacuation started
with one aircraft and today and
today we have one of the
advanced fleet in the Middle
East.
Alsalam is a key player in
developing the aviation industry
in the Kingdom.
A. Our guest in this edition of ‘Alsalam
Horizons” is the Major General Pilot
Engineer Hamad Abdulrhman Al
Hassoun, Director of the Air Medical
Evacuation (Medevac). Our guest was
born in Bukairiyah , Qasim, and SA. He
is married and has 8 kids: 4 girls and 4
boys. He held various positions after
graduation:
Major General Pilot Engineer
Hamad Al-Hassoun
Position
location
Period
Communication Officer
Command Signal Crop
1980 - 1983
Training Officer
Army Aviation Command
1984-1986
Staff Officer, Army Aviation Operations
Army Aviation Command
1986-1987
Operations Manger, Medevac
Air Medical evacuation
1988
Assistance Director, Medevac
Air Medical Evacuation
Director , Medevac
Air Medical Evacuation
Q. Your military ranks combines the
Engineering and the Aviation, which is
very rare in the military, would you tell
us more about that?
Q. Usually entering the military field
is based on personal decision and a
wish a person has since childhood, was
it the case with you or was there a
different reason?
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1996
A. I joined Prince Faisal Air College in 21 July 1974, then I
was send to the United Sates of America where I obtained
my bachelor degree in Engineering in Electronic Science
Technology from the University of California, USA in 1979
In 1983, I was send again to the USA for training in one
of the Aviation centers where I received my certificate as
Test Pilot Officer
A. It was a dream I had since childhood, I
wanted to be a pilot in the military field based
on my personal interest and my own believe in
the importance of this great field in serving our
beloved country.
stnemeveihcA
Q. When the Air Medical Evacuation
was established 32 years ago, it had
only one aircraft, but today there are
several numbers of aircraft, what are
their types? How do you provide the
maintenance?
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A. The Air Medical Evacuation was established In line with
the Royal directives from the late Royal Highness Crown
Prince. Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, the deputy premier
and minister of defense and aviation- May Allah bless his
soul- to the general Directorate of the Medical Services
of the Army Force to build this great department.
1980 - the first Aircraft was purchased -type (G2)
1982- three Learjet 35A joined the fleet
1983 Bell 212 joined the fleet
1984- G3 as well as C-130 aircraft joined the fleet
1986- Dolphin 365N equipped with modern medical equipments joined the fleet.
1993 - Black Hawk which is known as a Desert Falcon joined the fleet.
2002 - (G5) and (G4) joined the fleet.
At the end of 2007, an order by HRH prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the Crown Prince and the First Deputy Prime
Minister and the Minister of Defense and Aviation and Inspector General was issued to buy aircraft King Air 350
as well as Learjet 60
currently there is a study by the management of Medevac to provide the fleet with new aircraft
As for maintenance, there are two
level of maintenance; the Periodical
Maintenance and the (D-check)
or the heavy maintenance. The
actual occurrence of the (Periodical
Maintenacne) varies by aircraft type,
the cycle count or the number of
hours flown since the last check, all
in compliance with the maintenance
requirements from the Original
Equipment and aircraft Manufacturer.
This maintenance is performed
by the medical evacuation highqualified engineers. As for the heavy
maintenance, some work is performed
here at the medical evacuation, while
others are perfumed at the aircraft
original manufacture facilities.
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‫ض‬Guests
‫و فوي‬and
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Q. The effort and services of the Medevac
has not been only for the local needs,
but it goes beyond, especially in the
areas which suffer from wars or natural
disasters. We have witnessed the role of
Medevac in many parts of the world; do
you have enough manpower, technical
capabilities and aircraft to meet with the
growing needs of your services?
A. Medevac has many successful and positive
contributions with professionalism to many devastated
countries suffering from wars and nature disaster in
different part of the world. This success is due to the
unlimited support and constant care we have from
the government of the custodian of the tow holy
mosques. They offer us modern aircraft and medical
equipment which help reducing the rising pressure
to accept all cases that need evacuation. Today the
medical evacuation becomes one aspect of the
medical work in the Middle East. Upgrading the fleet is
done constantly.
A. Working in the military sector has many regulations and policies that make it easy and
smooth. In addition, working with the spirit of one team make you overcome difficulties
easily. This is one of the special things that distinguish the
Ministry of Defense represented by HRH Minister of Defense and HRH Deputy Minster
of Defense and the military officials in the ministry .His Excellency the commander of the
General Staff and the General Director of the Armed forces
Medical Services.
Q. What are the
difficulties you
face at work in the
Medevac? What
is the successful
management
concept you follow
to overcome these
difficulties and reach
the desired goals?
Last year, Medevac has established advanced information and network systems; we
cooperated with specialized companies to provide us with the latest systems and
applications in the field. The system has all the internal and external transaction application
to ensure that all transactions are accomplished on time.
In addition, the constant support from the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy
Mosques, and his crown prince, and the minster of Defense, and his deputy, and all the
officials in the in the armed Force, especially his Excellency the commander of the General
Staff and the General Director of the Armed Force Medical Services for removing all
obstacles and making our work easy at Medevac.
Q. You have visited Alsalam
several times, how would you
evaluate Alsalam as a national
capability meeting the Kingdoms
needs in the aircraft MRO and
refurbishment field?
A. Alsalam is one of the Economic Offset Program’s
companies and definitely it has all the technical capabilities
and high qualified Saudi employees. This is in addition to
accumulated experience and the successful management the
Company has. All these factors are essential contributors
to the Kingdom’s strategy to develop self-sufficiency in
aircraft maintenance and modification. The company is a key
.player in developing the aviation industry in the Kingdom
Q. How do you evaluate
Alsalam Aircraft Company
work for the Air Medical
Evacuation? What can be done
to increase the cooperation
opportunities between the two
parties in the future?
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A. Working with Alsalam is very important, as the company is quality
oriented with high standards which give confidence in working with
it. There was a strong mutual business between the two parties, and
based on that we are studying future cooperation between Alsalam
Aircraft and Air Medical Evacuation to exchange experiences and to
develop Aircraft maintenance services.
Q. In every body’s life there are special phases with a
golden moments, tell us about yours?
A. The most important phases or moments are:
• When I received my BA in Technology engineering In Social science
in 1979
• When I graduated as a “ Pilot” from the US Army Aviation School in
1984
• When I obtained my MS in Military Sciences from the Command
and Staff College in Saudi Arabia in >>>>>
• When I was appointed as the Director of Medevac in 2004
Q. We would like
to know what
hobbies you are
interested in
whether related
to reading and
knowledge or
related to sport.
A. Sport is very
important in our
daily life, I also read
on a daily basis in the
field of management,
development and
aviation in general.
Q. Finally, What would be
your message to Alsalam
Aircraft Company?
The achievement of Alsalam make us all
proud, the company today has become
one of the most important international
companies. At the end I would like to
thank Alsalam Aircraft Company for all
its effort in meeting the kingdoms’ needs
in the field of aircraft MRO, in addition,
to their effort in supporting the national
qualified individuals, and for offering
various training programs for qualified
Saudis.
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News of Alsalam
Alsalam participated
in the 2011 Dubai
International Airshow
For the fifth time in a row Alsalam
Aircraft Company participated in
Dubai International Airshow which
is held every two years. The Airshow
was a great opportunity to meet
with those customers interested in
aviation services from around the
world and exchange views on ways
of boosting cooperation with many
of them and to develop ties with
potential customers.
The airshow is a great
opportunity to meet new customers
and to develop new business
opportunities for Alsalam.
At the 2011 Dubai Air Show the
company focused on its VIP aircraft
refurbishment and maintenance
business, which it started in 1996.
Alsalam has advantages over regional
competitors including high quality,
competitive prices, and Alsalam is the
exclusive warranty center for the
Boeing BBJ in the MENA region.
In an effort to attract more
business, discussions with a number
of the military and civil regional and
international potential military and
civil customers were held.
The Airshow marked the
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Eng / Salah al-Faisal
Public Relations
execution of an agreement with
Marshall Aerospace, on the leading
aviation companies in the United
Kingdom. The agreement will
further boost Alsalam’s engineering
capabilities in the area of C-130
maintenance.
Alsalam hosted VIP aircraft owners
and operators at a business lunch
where the President and CEO
highlighted Alsalam’s unprecedented
experience, capabilities and
achievements in interior design for
private jets, and the major projects
accomplished by the company for
the interior design of VIP aircraft,
including Boeing 757, and Lockheed
100. Most importantly, the work was
accomplished by Saudi engineers and
technicians representing the elite
of Saudi aerospace engineers in the
aviation sector of the Kingdom.
Alsalam’s achveiments were well
received by visitors of Alsalam’s stand
inlcuding VIP’s, senior government
officials. Among the visitors was
HRH Prince Sultan bin Salman,
Chairman of the General Authority
for Tourism and Antiquities, the
Chairman and founder of the Saudi
Aviation Club who expressed pride
of Alsalam
The Deputy commander of the
Kuwaiti Air Forces praised Alsalam’s
capabilities and achievements,
particualary in the area of military
aircraft mainteannce and support.
Eng. Nader Al-Hammad, Chairman
of Abu Dhabi Aviation Authority
saluted Alsalam’s for its regional and
international achievements.
It was interesting to note the great
attention of the local, regional and
even global media. Daily Newspaper
were there and provided extensive
coverage and highlited Alsalam’s
future strategic plans.
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News of Alsalam
When Dreams Become a Reality
Alsalam Completion Center …
the Ultimate VIP Destination !
More than two decades ago, having
a comprehensive aviation company in
Saudi Arabia that can compete with
the big names, was only a dream.
Today the dream becomes a reality
and Alsalam Aircraft Company stands
in the aviation world as one of the
top premier MRO company in the
world with an outstanding records of
successful projects and high profile
clients.
Since Alsalam Aircraft Company
has been established in the eighties,
it took on its shoulder the mission of
leading Saudi Arabia aviation industry,
by providing the best MRO services,
introducing World Class standards
and values to the aviation market in
the region.
With its vision to deliver the best
products and services that create a
high level of customer satisfaction
and sustained profitability, Alsalam
succeeded in positioning itself as
one of the top MRO provider in the
Middle East working on both military
and commercial aircraft.
Over the years, the company
has expanded its capabilities
and performed various types of
maintenance ranging from C” and
up to “D” checks on several types
of aircraft .Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed
Martin, Bell and Gulfstream IV and
De Havilland are among Alsalam
work portfolio . Moreover the
company develops its lines of
business by entering the VIP interior
field.
Alsalam has established core
capabilities that enable it to
perform heavy maintenance and
modification on any type of civil
or military aircraft. In addition, the
company extensive and impressive
interior backshops and specialized
workshops which allow it to perform
most of the interior work in-house.
From refurbishment through
to interior design and finally
completions, Alsalam widened in
experience in delivering all levels of
luxury, ambience and functionality
that every client’s desire. At present
Alsalam becomes a pioneer in
the Middle East and as one of the
most creative companies in the
VIP interior market. The company
also performs aircraft assembly and
manufacturing.
With experts in the field and
professionals delivering the latest
technology in the VIP market, Alsalam
has always more to offer. At present
there are more than 3000 employees
working on various departments
in the company, among them are
dedicated engineers and skilled
craftsmen striving to exceed the
expectation of every customer.
With its excellent projects and
exceptional VIP interior capabilities
, Alsalam becomes the only
comprehensive completion center
and the only designated warranty
center for Boeing Business Jets (BBJ)
in the MENA region.
Extensive Capabilities
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Quality… Alsalam Trade
Mark
At Alsalam’s completion center,
each fabricated interior part is an
astonishing masterpiece labeled
with Alsalam trade mark of quality.
Alsalam highly skilled craftsmen take
great pride using the finest materials
available from around the world
and produce work-of -art interiors,
whether it be with: seat covers,
galleys, lavatories, ceilings, sidewall
panels, partitions, or any other part
of an aircraft.
Alsalam team works closely
with every client at each stage of
a project, from the design concept
up through creating virtual 3D
“walk-through the cabin” videos.
It renderings of the designs give
the customer the option to “walk
though” his new aircraft, selecting
his favorite materials wither it’s the
painting, carpets, fabrics, leathers
including the design its self and up to
the completion.
Alsalam make sure every little
piece shows the premium quality!
Cost Effective &
Advanced Solutions …
Right on Time!
Alsalam understand the needs
for its VIP clients. Its highly skilled
employees utilize the advanced
technologies and finest products to
produce the best services. Adding up
the quality oriented and cost efficient
solutions delivering them right on
time and satisfying every need.
The company is not only known in
the market for its competitive price
competitive price but with its very
strict Turnaround time schedule. The
company never compromise this
and usually accomplish its work and
deliver the aircraft way before its
scheduled time.
When it comes to the advances
technology, Alsalam’s interior
design team uses the latest
CAD (Computer Aided Design)
technology and brings every concept
through to reality and makes
sure the meet the smallest detail.
The company also install state-ofthe-art flight decks, IFE systems ,
communications equipment and
similar,
interior market. It delivers Distinctive
Aircraft with exceptional levels of
luxury, ambience and functionality for
every customer, and with all types of
aircraft .
For Alsalam Aircraft Company
every aircraft is not only a
productive business tool but an
extension of the client identity.
Alsalam enhances the aircraft’s
interior to portray each personality
or company’s image.
The company provides a wide
range of themes: from elegance
to practical; classic and to
contemporary; through to designs
inspired by any region in the world,
Fulfilling every owner’s dream of a
unique style and design.
Alsalam is one of few
companies in the world
who turn a military C-130
into a VIP aircraft
Stay Connected!
As part of its ongoing development
in the VIP interiors field, Alsalam has
provided new advanced services
to its completion center. Alsalam is
proud to be the only company in
the MENA region that install video
conferencing , Satellite- high Speed
Internet and a WiFi connection ,and
similar communication solution to
VIP interior and cabins.
The Video conferencing,
communication solution has an
ideal long-lasting duration for VIP
customers, with an easier installation
into various cabin systems. It allows
customers to communicate with
other people around the globe, and
conduct their business meetings,
business presentation as if they were
in the same room.
Alsalam also specialized in
IFE System for medical aircraft,
Alsalam provide all supporting
communication solution which meet
the needs of its clients. The company
has successfully installed these
systems for the Saudi Royal fleet:
B757 , and C-130
The company obtains all necessary
approvals and certification for
the fabrication and installation of
interiors from the United States FAA
and other airworthiness authorities
Alsalam MRO capabilities have
been recognized by Boeing, who
are also one of the partners in the
company, and today Alsalam is the
only designated service center for
Boeing Business Jets (BBJ) in the
MENA region.
The Ultimate
Destination for VIP
completions.
Alsalam has an outstanding record
of VIP clients. With the Head-of-State
and Saudi Royal Flight (SRF) aircraft
on the top of the company clients, it
is not surprising that today Alsalam
attracts discerning clients from Saudi
Arabia and beyond. The company has
become the ultimate destination for
VIP completions.
Alsalam is one of few companies
in the market who understand every
customer’s needs, making every
wish a command and every dream a
reality!
With Alsalam passion for
excellence, quality and artistic
elegance, the company committed
to delivering the top services in the
market, whether these involve a
completion or the customization and
refurbishment of a VIP aircraft.
Alsalam VIP Interiors …
Distinctive Aircraft Completions
Alsalam stands as one of the
most creative companies in the VIP
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News of Alsalam
‫‏‬Alsalam Training Record of Achievements …
More than 2000 Employees were Enrolled in
Training courses last year
In 2011 Alsalam has conducted more than 19307
hours of training to more than 2360 trainees, as a
part of the Alsalam ongoing effort on improvement
and career development for its employees . The
company has provided several specialized training
courses in variety of soft skills as well as technical
fields.
26 training courses were conducted in the
administrative and soft skills area. These includes :
Accounting, Effective Communication Technique ,
Initial ITAR Training, Safety & security Awareness,
Team Effectiveness, Customer Services, English
Language Courses and IT courses.
Also The company has conducted 34 Technical
Training Courses which include :
Aircraft Batteries Training, Aircraft Electrical
Fundamentals, Aviation Legislation (EASA
Regulatory Framework, Aircraft Maintenance Fuel
Tank Entry Safety, GACA Airman Certification
Training, Safety Precautions such as Welding ,
Cutting Aircraft and aircraft painting. 15 managers
have been attended different managerial courses.
Gold points in 2011
19,307 hours of training
2,361 trainees
1241 employees were enrolled in Soft skills
Training Courses
1120 employees enrolled in Technical Training
60 training courses & programs
11 students enrolled in the Summer Training
Program.
Alsalam annually Spends millions of Saudi
Riyals on training programs . The company
provides Saudi professionals with the latest
technologies and advanced applications
working toward the development of the Saudi
Aviation market.
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Alsalam Signs New Maintenance
Contract with Aramco
Alsalam Aircraft Company has
signed a new maintenance contract
with Saudi Aramco. This is the
second time that Alsalam won this
heavy maintenance contract over
several international competitors.
The contract involves heavy
maintenance (D-Check) for several
Boeing 737 NG (New Generation),
with a time frame of five years.
Aramco and Alsalam have a
solid working relationship dated
back to 1997 when the company
provided maintenance and overhaul
to Aramco Bell helicopters. Since
then Alsalam had preformed several
complex projects and offered
technical services to Aramco fleet.
That include: heavy maintenance
to Aramco Boeing 737NG and
B737 Classic , Technical Support
Program (TSP) for Helicopter ,
Parts repair and re-work, and
materials procurements . Alsalam has
also provided Technical Training for
Aramco personnel. Today, Alsalam counts Aramco
among its significant customers in
Saudi Arabia; other key customers
include Saudi Arabian Airlines, Royal
Saudi Air Forces and National Air
Services (NAS)
6 new graduates in
Aircraft Maintenance Training # 8
Alsalam proudly celebrated the
graduation of six Saudi trainees from
the Alsalam Aircraft Maintenance
Training (AMT) program. This is the 8th
group that has been held since Alsalam
initiated it in the mid 90s. it is the only
specialized training program in aircraft
maintenance in Saudi Arabia and has
been an essential contributor to the
growth of in the Saudi aviation field .
The graduates are : BANDER
AZIZ AL-ENZI, ABDULRHAMAN
AL-SHREEDE, TAREQ SAAD ALQAHTANI, AHMAD MOHAMMED
FALLATAH, WALEED AHMED
BAKASHWAIN, SAUD FAHAD ALJOMBOUR,
For about 20 months they have
been enrolled in the language phase
where they finished learning all about
the technical terminologies and basic
concept of aviation . This was followed
by eight months of Academic learning
about MRO and different maintenance
practices. On October last year, they
started their On Job Training which will
end during this summer.
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Training
Alsalam Teams with Marshall
Aerospace for C-130 Projects
Alsalam Aircraft Company has
signed a new teaming agreement
with Marshall Aerospace to
develop MRO capabilities for
C-130 . This teaming agreement,
which extends the business
relations between the two
companies, will provide the Royal
Saudi Air Force (RSAF) with a
cost-effective C-130 modification,
maintenance and repair services.
It will also enhance Alsalam’s
strategic positioning as a military
MRO provider in the region. The
teaming agreement was signed
during the Dubai Airshow which
was held last November 2011.
Alsalam has been associated
with RSAF for over twenty
years where the company has
successfully completed several
key RSAF projects, including,
F-15, AWACS and C-130 and
helicopters technical supports
programs, in addition to F-15,
C-130 and AWACS PDM .
Alsalam services to RSAF is
cotinuous.
Marshall Aerospace is the
United Kingdom’s leading
independent aerospace company,
and specializes in the conversion,
modification, maintenance
and support of aircraft. The
company holds many type
approvals - granted by national
and international authorities,
airlines, airframe manufacturers and defence agencies
- enabling the Marshall Aerospace to design and
certify modifications on a number of commercial and
military platforms. Moreover, Marshall Aerospace has
a long-standing relationship with the C-130 platform.
For example, the company’s Hercules Integrated
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Operational Support (HIOS) service has made the
C-130 one of the UK’s Royal Air Force’s most costeffective transport platforms in terms of low flying
hour costs.
Th teaming with Marshall will further enahnce
Alsalam’s capaiblities as a leading aviation services
provide in the Kingdom and the region.
Training
‫ ‏‬New Partner and
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‫‏‬Changes in the Stakeholders Shares
Mr Khaled Al-Malham
Mr Torbjorn Sjogren -Boeing
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Boeing Industrial Technology Group
Mr Khaled Al-shacarey
Mr Nasser Al-Mansour
Saudi Advanced Industries Company
Albilad International for industrial
technology
‫‏‬Alsalam Aircraft Company has signed in its HQ in Riyadh Saudi Arabia a new agreement between its
stakeholders approving some changes in their shares. In addition a new shareholder, Albilad International for
Industrial Technology has been approved to join the company.
Albilad is taking over the shares of the National Industrialization Company who used to won (%5) in addition
to the (5%) shares of Gulf Investment Corporation which used to own (%10) shares. The other (5%) shares of
Gulf Investment has been taken over by Boeing Industrial Technology Group. it remains the biggest stakeholders
after increasing its shares to be %55. The new percentage of Alsalam stakeholders is as following :
Boeing Industrial Technology Group %55
Saudi Arabian Airlines %25
Saudi Advanced Industries Company %10
Albilad International for industrial technology %10
Alsalam Aircraft Company is a joint venture company established in 1988 under the patronage of
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense and Civil Aviation Economic Offset Program. Alsalam is an essential
contributor to the Kingdom’s strategy to develop self-sufficiency in the field of civil and military
aircraft maintenance and modification through technology transfer and development of Saudi nationals.
Currently, the company employs over 3,000 people nationwide engaging in both civil & military programs,
with a Nationalization rate exceeding 50%
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Exhibitions
Alsalam Enhances its Communication
with a New Tools
Alsalam Aircraft Company has taking more
progressive steps toward improving its
communications internally and externally. The
new communication plan has introduced new
communications tools to serve the company
objectives and messages. Alsalam is planning to focus
on developing Alsalam’s image and culture and to
foster a sense of the company as one big integrated
team.
For the past few months, the Public Relations communications team has worked on developing the
effectiveness of Alsalam’s internal communications.
They also worked on new media plan addressing
several key objectives to increasing the public’s
awareness of Alsalam and to meet with Alsalam’s
management objectives.
Alsalam has introduced new communication tools;
Several LCD monitors where distributed throughout
the main gathering spots. These monitors serve as the
company news broadcasting method.
New HR services, training information and
messages, new vacancies and Alsalam events are some
of the announcement. Employees have the chance to
know about career development opportunities on
timely manner. They also find out information on VIP
visits, new projects, performance award and various
services. All what an employee have to do to get the
latest update is to look to the screen.
The company recognizes the importance of social
media. The company setup a Facebook account, so
employees can be informed about different activities
and shares their views and opinions on various
events. Also Alsalam fans can like the page and be in
the loop ,commenting on pictures and posting on
the wall. Employees can also follow it news throw its
Twitter account. And stay posted. The company is also
working on achieving the maximum effectiveness of
these tools. It plan to reach every interested person
who want to learn about the company news in a
more formal and active way.
Increasing the public’s awareness of Alsalam and
highlighting its business has been a major goal for
the company. Therefore the Alsalam has launched its
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new website featuring the company profile, history
and services. The website also has a new section for
news and press release for customers along with
employees to stay updated.
Alsalam’s new communication has been a
resounding success and exceeded employee’s
expectations. The launch of this new communication
plan is reflecting Alsalam’s positive approach to its
employees. It confirms Alsalam’s progressive steps
toward development. The company still has some
major communication steps to execute in the
near future, keeping on its mission as a top work
environment in the market and a company of choice.
Like us on Facebook : /pages/Alsalam-AircraftCompany
And follow us on Twitter: Alsalam_aero
Employees Achievements
were Recognized During the Annual Party 2011
More than forty employees were awarded for their
achievement serving Alsalam Aircraft Company for
twenty, fifteen and ten years during the company
annual party2011. The company has also awarded
trainees and engineers for their outstanding
performance and excellence in several maintenance
projects.
The event was held as a part of Alsalam ongoing
effort to celebrate success. It aimed to enhance
communication among employees and strengthen
the spirit of a one team while enjoying the outdoor
atmosphere which reflects positively on their
performance and productivity.
‫‏‬During the event, the CEO Mr. Mohammed Noor
Fallatah praised in his speech the employees’ effort
in placing Alsalam into an outstanding position as a
key player in the aviation industry in the Kingdom
and making it one of the best aviation companies in
the Middle East. He presented Alsalam achievements,
business results as well as its future plans.
Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Fozan , the Vice President of
Human Resources highlighted some of the adopted
strategies to develop the work environment, human
resources and training. He presented the company
welfare programs ,the employee’s benefit and the new
HR services.
The party ,which was held at Cultural Palace in
the Diplomatic Quarter, concluded with an open
discussion session with the employees where they
share their opinions, suggestions and comments to be
adopted in the future plans.
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Guests and visitors
Visit of HRH Prince Turki bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz
on the delivery the last F-15 PDM aircraft.
SAUDI NAVY AVIATION FORCE
31/12/2011
15/6/2011
Delegation from Sweden (Ministry of Defense
Swedish Armed Forces)
5/6/2011
Delegation of the KSA Supplier
Workshop - Supplier Visits
3/5/2011
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Mr. Roger Besancenez - VICE President F-15
Program Global Strike Systems
4/6/2011
U.S.A Military Training mission
3/5/2011
‫ ‏‬or the First Time in Riyadh ‫‏‬
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Alsalam and Boeing organized a Workshop
‫‏‬As a part of its ongoing contribution to the
Saudi Arabia development strategy, Alsalam
Aircraft Company arranged with Boeing
Company to hold and sponsor a technical
workshop for the first time in Riyadh.
‫‏‬The workshop titled Boeing Program
Management Best Practices, which is carried
out annually at the Boeing Leadership Center
in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, has been attended
previously by Alsalam’s executives as well as
several Royal Saudi Air Force officers.
‫ ‏‬he resounding success of this workshop and
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the enthusiastic results that was received has
encouraged Alsalam to organize similar activities
here for a wider group of officials working in
both government and private sectors.
‫ ‏‬he workshop was attended by members of:
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Royal Saudi Air Force , Royal Saudi Land Forces,
the Ministry of Defense and Aviation ,the Offset
Program Secretariat , Saudi Arabia Airlines, the
National Guards, the Civil Defense, and King
Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology.
Alsalam have strong significant work relations
with of most of them.
‫‏‬The four days workshop consisted of
managerial and leadership proficiency training
courses such as: Building a Culture of Values,
Key to Decision Making, Program Manager
Expectations. It highlighted the study of Boeing
Best Practices in Management and Leadership
and other topics.
‫ ‏‬he Program Management Best Practices
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is one of the most sought after workshops
offered by Boeing in the Program Management
field. Boeing annually conducts several of these
workshops with attendance from Boeing’s
world-wide operations and their customers.
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SPORTS
Tournament
Ramadan
The soccer team of
Alsalam Aircraft Company
participated in the 3rd Ramadan
championship of BAE Systems
which was held in ArRiyadh
Sport Club under the slogan
(Play without talking). It
is noteworthy that major
companies based in Riyadh
have participated in this
championship and it mainly aims
to support charitable efforts in
the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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SPORTS
Highlights of the 2011 Alsalam Aircraft Company
Basketball Tournament
The 2011 Alsalam Aircraft
Company Basketball Tournament
opened on 27 October 2011
highlighting the parade of nine
participating teams of different
nationalities from different
departments and projects. Each
color represents the aircraft type
that Alsalam has already repaired,
overhauled and maintained, such
as, A340 Black, L1011 Blue, F15
Red, B707 Orange, B737 Gray,
B747 White, B757 Yellow, C130
Violet and King Air Green. The
games were scheduled every
thursdays and fridays.
The championship games on 23
December 2011 were played by
Black,Violet, Green and Orange.
Black won the championship 87,
while Violet emerged the 1st
runner up 76. The Green team
won 2nd runner up 77, defeating
Orange for 3rd runner up 63.
Most Valuable Player was awarded
to Willy Allosada (Back), Rookie of
thte Year Godfrey Pellerin (Green),
Defensive Players Rey Bumanlag
(Black) and Maher AlSalem (Red),
Sportsmanship Player Nelson
Magbag (White), Sportsmanship
Team (Yellow), 3 Point Shoot
Out Rey Bumanlag (Black),
Most Improved Player Abdullah
AlQahtani (Yellow). The mythical
five was awarded to Ronald Yumul
Forward (Orange), Rodel Darvin
Power Forward (Red), Clemente
Espejo Center (Violet), Junry Retes
Point Guard (Orange) and Bong
Mendoza Off Guard (Violet). The
trophies, medals and prizes were
awarded by Mr. Abdulaziz AlFozan,
VP HR, Mr. Willis Brown,VP Bus
Dev, Mr. Salah AlFaisal, Manager
PR, Dheifallah AlAmri, Finance
Director and Matloob Raja,
Material Director.
Alsalam’s annual basketball
tournament is approved by Mr.
Mohammed N. Fallatah, President
& CEO and organized by a
committee led by Mr. Wayne J.
Kapral, CFO, Mr. Abdulaziz AlFozan,
VP HR, Mr. Salah AlFaisal, Manager
PR and Mr. Orly Quesada of
Finance. The 2011 Alsalam Aircraft
Company Basketball Tournament
was another success uniting the
employees thru sports.
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Guests and visitors
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