02/04/2019
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PITCH SECURES CONTRACT WITH SAAL FOR ANTONOV AIRCRAFT
THE high-quality economy seating brand, Pitch Aircraft Seating Systems Ltd, (Pitch), is delighted to further announce that it has secured a contract with leasing company, SAAL to retrofit the Antonov 158 for two different airlines.
Commenting on the additional contract Gary Doy, Pitch Chief Executive Officer says, “This announcement further strengths our partnership with the Antonov family and cements our relationship between all of these companies. Pitch is very pleased to be awarded this contract with SAAL and very excited about 2019.
“We believe the Pitch PF3000 seat to be highly competitive providing a light weight solution with excellent space for the passenger. The quality and robustness of the seat and ease of maintenance through its unique construction is something that attracted both SAAL and the Antonov company.”
Ralf-Dieter Montag-Girmes, president of the SAAL company commented, “This partnership allows us to modernise the interior of the Antonov 148/158 cabin for our clients in Latin America. The Pitch brand has a reputation for innovation and design with its highly durable efficient fixed back seat.
“This retrofit will allow our lessees to operate the aircraft in a very efficient way given the attractive value for money and excellent five-year warranty on offer. The AN 148/158 family is ideal for the South American market with its unique high altitude capabilities and its ability to land nearly everywhere.”
The PF3000 is the latest model from Pitch offering great living space for the passenger and ultra-low running costs for the airlines. The seat is robust and lightweight, offering the perfect balance for today’s airlines.
The PF3000 is designed to the latest safety standards and is certified to meet the full 16g dynamic and occupant injury requirements (C127b). The seat is currently flying on the Airbus A320 family.
The announcement was made today at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg. The Expo which runs from 2nd to 4th April is the world’s leading event for airlines and their supply chain for cabin interiors, showcasing the latest ideas and innovations in the sector. Pitch Aircraft Seating is located on Invest NI’s stand, 3UA11 in Hall B3 Upper.
Pictured (L-R) Michael Rice, CEO Causeway Aero Ralf-Dieter Montag-Girmes, President of the SAAL, Gary Doy, CEO, Pitch Aircraft Seating Systems, Mr Oleksandr Donets, President of the Antonov, Mr David Rice, VP Sales and Marketing, Pitch Aircraft Seating Systems, Hans Deprez, Managing Director of Depicon.