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June 20, 2012
Vector Aerospace Signs Engine Services Agreement with Pascan Express

Toronto, ON –Vector Aerospace Corporation (www.vectoraerospace.com), a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services is pleased to announce that Vector Aerospace Engine Services-Atlantic, Inc. (Vector) has entered into a Service Agreement with Pascan Express located in Quebec City, Quebec.

As per the terms of the three-year exclusive agreement, Vector provides Pascan Express with comprehensive fixed-wing aircraft engine repair and overhaul support from its Vector-Atlantic facility, located in Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Pierre Piotte, vice president of maintenance for Pascan Express says, “As an operator of two ATR42 aircraft, Pascan Express takes pride in its reputation as a trusted flight services provider. We are confident that this new partnership with Vector will allow our company to focus on being a trusted airline operator, knowing that Vector will provide exceptional repair and overhaul service for our fleet of engines."

The signing of the agreement represents another significant achievement for Vector Aerospace Engine Services – Atlantic, which is a Pratt and Whitney Canada (P&WC) Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF). Jeff Poirier, president of Vector Aerospace Engine Services – Atlantic says, “Our comprehensive P&WC approved engine and component repair, overhaul and test services will be of great value and benefit to Pascan Express and their customers. We have the experience and expertise to deliver industry-leading customer service and we will strive to exceed Pascan's expectations.”

Poirier elaborates on the specifics of the agreement, explaining that the terms include various repair, hot section inspections, modifications, overhaul and test support for Pascan’s current fleet of two ATR-42 Aircraft including the P&WC PW120 Series Engine with plans to expand their fleet up to twelve ATR-42’s within the next two years.

About Vector Aerospace Corporation (“Vector”)
Vector is a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul services. Through facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Africa and Australia it provides services to commercial and military customers for various types of gas turbine engines, components and helicopter airframes. Principal operations include Vector Aerospace Engine Services-Atlantic; Vector Aerospace Engine Services-UK; Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America; SECA, A Vector Aerospace Company; Vector Aerospace International Limited and Pathix ASP. Vector also provides information technology solutions to an international customer base.  Vector employs approximately 2,800 employees.  A comprehensive overview of Vector’s capabilities can be viewed at www.vectoraerospace.com

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For more information, please contact:

Colin MacDonald
Marketing/Communications Coordinator
Vector Aerospace Engine Services - Atlantic
Tel: 902.888.1828
colin.macdonald@vectoraerospace.com
 

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