News Release
GULFSTREAM INTRODUCES ENHANCEMENTS TO CMP.NET™
Customer Aircraft Maintenance Tracking Program CMP.net Includes Work Order Module, Inventory/Purchase Order Module and Smart Cards
SAVANNAH , Ga. June 5, 2006 – Gulfstream Aerospace is introducing three new enhancements to CMP.net™, the business-jet manufacturer's computerized aircraft maintenance tracking program. The new Work Order Module, Inventory Purchase Order Module and Smart Cards, which are designed to facilitate, capture and report day-to-day aircraft maintenance activities, is now available to CMP.net users.
"More than 40 years ago, Gulfstream was the first business-jet manufacturer to offer a maintenance tracking system," Larry Flynn, president of Gulfstream Product Support, said. "Since then, we've continuously improved and refined this service, keeping pace with advances in technology, to ensure our customers have the best tools available when it comes to tracking maintenance, whether for a single aircraft or a fleet of aircraft.
"With its Web-based platform, CMP.net provides real-time information and is accessible anytime, anywhere. It's no wonder CMP.net has become a valued business partner to more than 1,100 aircraft operators since it was introduced two years ago," Flynn said.
The Work Order Module tracks day-to-day hangar floor activities and helps operators manage costs. Designed around the specific needs of Part 135 management companies and Part 91 operators who employ their own maintenance staff, the CMP.net Work Order Module simplifies the tracking process.
The Inventory/Purchase Order Module fully integrates inventory and parts management with purchasing, resulting in optimized inventory levels and reduced costs associated with excess inventory. A secure, Web-based system, the Inventory/Purchase Order Module is designed for single-model fleets to large, mixed fleets and everything in between.
Smart Cards were designed to save customers time by replacing the traditional hand-written CMP task card with an electronic version. The Smart Card allows customers to fill out compliance information electronically from any personal computer and, with a keystroke, update the aircraft record while attaching an electronic version of the task card for future reference.
Gulfstream CMP.net is a Web-based maintenance tracking tool offered to operators of Gulfstream aircraft. With its ability to track both Gulfstream and non-Gulfstream aircraft, CMP.net has proven popular with customers who operate mixed fleets. CMP.net features a variety of reporting options, customizable maintenance packages, real-time access to maintenance task cards and secure data storage, and includes Gulfstream technical analyst support.
NOTE TO EDITORS
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 1,500 aircraft for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse transportation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of aircraft, comprising the wide-cabin, high-speed Gulfstream G150™; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G200™; the large-cabin, mid-range Gulfstream G350™; the large-cabin, long-range G450™; the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G500™ and the large-cabin, ultra-long-range Gulfstream G550™. Gulfstream also offers aircraft ownership services via Gulfstream Financial Services Division and Gulfstream Pre-Owned Aircraft Sales®. The company employs more than 7,900 people at seven major locations. We invite you to visit our Web site for more information and photos of Gulfstream aircraft at www.gulfstream.com.
General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, employs approximately 72,700 people worldwide and had 2005 revenue of $21.2 billion. The company is a market leader in mission-critical information systems and technologies; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and business aviation. More information can be found online at www.generaldynamics.com
