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August Tour: SME Flies United!

Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (PT)

August Tour: SME Flies United!

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The Society of Manufacturing Engineers Chapter 98 invites you to our August Tour of United 


United Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of UAL Corporation (Nasdaq: UAUA), operates approximately 3,300 flights a day on United and United Express to more than 230 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Chicago and Washington, D.C. With key global air rights in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe and Latin America, United is one of the largest international carriers based in the United States. 

United Services, the maintenance and engineering division of United, brings more than 80 years of airline experience, employee talent, and the highest level of operational integrity to their customers worldwide. As a full-service global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider, their specialized areas include: avionics, engines, landing gear, and line maintenance. In addition, they manage parts leasing and the sales and leasing of aircraft, engines, and auxiliary power units (APUs). United Services also offers a full suite of ground handling services.

United Services continues to deliver quality products, competitive pricing, and quick turn times to more than 150 customers worldwide.

 

We will visit the engine shop, overhaul docks, components area, and the manufacturing and testing areas for jet engines. 

Sign up now! Tour is limited to 20 people!

 

Noteworthy:

  • Please bring US government issued I.D. (drivers license is fine).
  • Closed shoes only. Wear your most comfortable shoes as there will be lots of walking. 


See you there!


For questions or additional information, please contact:

Mark Brinkerhoff at m_brinkerhoff@fusionnet.com

When & Where



SF Maintenance Center
800 South Airport Boulevard
San Francisco, CA
, 94128

Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (PT)


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SME is the world’s leading non-profit technical and professional society supporting manufacturing education. Through member programs, publications, expositions, and professional development, SME promotes increased awareness of manufacturing and keeps manufacturing professionals up-to-date on leading trends and technologies.

This event is sponsored by Silicon Valley Chapter #098, proceeds from this conference will go toward other educational activities which the Chapter hosts locally throughout the year.

Should you wish to take part in or want more information about our ongoing mission please visit our Chapter website: http://sme098.publishpath.com/

We have many ways for you to join in. Our contact, sponsorship form, tours schedule, past presentations, and membership information are clearly listed.

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