39-493: Corporate Flight Management, Inc. , doing business as Contour Aviation , is a multifaceted aviation services company based in Smyrna, Tennessee , United States. It started operations in 1982 as an on-demand charter service for passengers and freight in the southern United States, as well as a full-service Federal Aviation Administration certificated repair station and a fixed-base operator . Contour maintains its corporate office at
78-454: A 5-door hatchback . The term "LEAF" serves as a backronym to l eading e nvironmentally-friendly a ffordable f amily car . The Leaf was unveiled on 1 August 2009 as the world's first mass market electric and zero-emission vehicle. Among other awards and recognition, it received the 2010 Green Car Vision Award , the 2011 European Car of the Year , the 2011 World Car of the Year , and
117-400: A 50 kW CHAdeMO , and has the ability to send power back to the grid . Propilot Assist, a lane centering system, is available on the two highest trim levels for an additional cost, and has automatic parking in some markets. The car offers one-pedal braking where easing off the accelerator pedal causes significant regenerative braking, to the point where the vehicle can be brought to
156-524: A complete stop without the driver touching the brake pedal, at which point hydraulic brakes are automatically applied, to hold the vehicle in position. From 2019, a Leaf e+ (Leaf Plus in North America) variant has been offered. It has a larger 62 kWh battery (59 kWh usable) providing an EPA range of 364 km (226 miles), and a new 160 kW motor. It can use CHAdeMO chargers up to 100 kW. In September 2020, Nissan showed off
195-403: A median income of $ 43,633 versus $ 37,029 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 24,448. About 9.4% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 18.3% of those under the age of 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 and over. As of the census of 2000, there were 25,569 people, 9,608 households, and 7,061 families living in the town. The population density
234-561: A novel UK prototype emergency services version of the Leaf for natural disaster response, dubbed the RE-LEAF, based on the 62 kWh LEAF e+ (sold in the U.S. as the Plus). The working concept vehicle is ruggedized with an elevated ride height of 70 mm (2.8 in), underbody protection and all-terrain tires on motorsport wheels. It is intended to serve as a reliable mobile power source for
273-620: A production capacity of 640,000 vehicles annually, and covers an area of 5,200,000 sq ft (480,000 m ). In 2012, Smyrna began manufacturing Nissan's electric car, the Nissan Leaf , and its batteries. On March 14, 2000, the mayor and board of commissioners adopted a new charter. The city now operates under the city manager form of government, whereby the commissioners hire a city manager for daily operations. On June 2, 2016 Blue Angels #6 crashed in Smyrna when practicing for
312-492: A public golf course, 7 miles of greenway trails and an outdoor water park. Smyrna is served by the Rutherford County Schools school district. Nissan Leaf The Nissan Leaf ( Japanese : 日産・リーフ , Hepburn : Nissan Rīfu ) , stylized as "LEAF," is a battery-electric powered compact car manufactured by Nissan , produced since 2010 across two generations. It has been offered exclusively as
351-408: A small command center, offering weatherproof external power outlets for site lighting, tools or emergency medical equipment. Other modifications include a cargo area in place of the rear seats, separated from the passenger area by a cage, a rear hatch area that opens to a workstation area with pull-out computer desk and 810 mm (32 in) LCD monitor, and roof-mounted emergency lights. While there
390-631: Is located under the floor and between the wheels, optimising the vehicle's handling and interior space. The electric motor produces 80 kW (110 hp) of power with a range of about 100 miles (160 km) when the battery is fully charged. Recharging can take 16 hours on 110V or 8 hours on 220V power. Fast charging is also available with a specific charger, which can restore 80% of the battery capacity in approximately 30 minutes. The first generation Leaf garnered both acclaim and criticism from multiple automotive critics. Car and Driver , an American automotive magazine, expressed unfavourable opinions about
429-633: The 2020 United States census , there were 53,070 people, 18,059 households, and 12,282 families residing in the town. As of the census of 2010 , there were 39,974 people, 14,807 households, and 10,509 families living in the city. The population density was 1,753.25 persons per square mile, and the housing unit density was 649.43 units per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 75.00% White , 11.21% Black or African American , 4.35% Asian , 0.59% Native American , 0.08% Pacific Islander , 6.02% from other races, and 2.75% from two or more races . Those of Hispanic or Latino origins constituted 10.72% of
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#1732786957536468-713: The Great Tennessee Air show , killing pilot Capt. Jeff Kuss, USMC. The people of Smyrna raised funds to have a memorial built in his honor. The Capt. Jeff Kuss USMC Memorial sits across from the Smyrna Airport, where Capt. Kuss departed on his tragic final flight, and the centerpiece is a retired F/A-18 Hornet loaned to Smyrna from the United States Navy, painted in the colors of the Blue Angels performance squadron with Capt. Kuss' name under
507-522: The Smyrna Airport . It currently operates charter flights, provides aircraft management, sales, government services, and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. Contour Aviation is the parent company of Contour Airlines , a public charter operator which provides scheduled domestic service like a regional airline . Contour Airlines charters 30-seat Embraer regional jets operated by Contour Aviation and then resells seats on that aircraft to
546-422: The 1970s, many new industries moved to the area. The city began a period of growth stimulated by production of such companies as Better Built Aluminum, Cumberland Swan (currently known as Vi-Jon, Inc.), and Square D building plants. In the early 1980s, Nissan Motors constructed a manufacturing plant in the city, and in 1983, the first vehicle was produced. The Nissan plant now employs around 8,400 workers, has
585-617: The 2011–2012 Car of the Year Japan . A second-generation Leaf was introduced in October 2017. The Leaf's range on a full charge has been steadily increased from 117 km (73 miles) to 364 km (226 miles) ( EPA rated) by the use of larger battery packs and several minor improvements. Global sales across both generations totalled 577,000 by February 2022. As of September 2021 , European sales totalled more than 208,000, and as of December 2021 , over 165,000 had been sold in
624-706: The 2018 model year, Nissan launched the new generation Leaf in Japan, and deliveries in North America and Europe began in February 2018. In 2018, global sales reached a record level of 87,149 units, third behind the Tesla Model 3 and the BAIC EC-Series . Mechanically, the second generation Leaf is similar to the first, while adding more range, and more power. Stylistically, it is a major departure from
663-472: The 2019 model year, the S Plus, SV Plus, and SL Plus trims were added. The S and SV trim levels can be had with either the Leaf or Leaf Plus battery pack. The SL is only available in the Leaf Plus configuration. The Mexican model arrived on 24 August 2018 as a 2019 model, and was offered in S, SL, and SL Bitono trim lines. In celebration of World EV Day , 9 September 2020, Nissan marked the production of
702-736: The 500,000th LEAF. UK production ceased in March 2024, after 270,000 units produced in Sunderland plant, both generations included. Nissan has plans to end the production of Leaf in 2026 and replace it with a new EV model. The Leaf was chosen as one of the Top 10 Tech Cars by the US IEEE in 2018. In 2022, the Leaf was chosen as the 'Best Family Electric Car' at the UK Carbuyer’s Best Used Car Awards. The production version
741-803: The EV-01, EV-02 and EV-11. The former two were based on the Z11 Nissan Cube while the latter was based on the C11 Nissan Tiida . It began production on 22 October 2010 at the Oppama facility in Yokosuka , Kanagawa. Until early 2013, models sold in Europe and the US were imported from the Oppama plant adapted stylistically for the respective markets. On 12 December 2012, battery manufacturing began at
780-455: The Smyrna plant, with official production of the Leaf initiating on 9 January 2013. Manufacturing in the UK began on 28 March 2013. Initially, the Leaf was available exclusively with a large battery pack composed of 192 flat, laminated lithium-ion cells developed in collaboration with NEC , which offers advantages such as simplified design, efficient cooling, and optimal packaging. The battery pack
819-448: The U.S., and 157,000 in Japan. The Leaf was the world's all-time top selling plug-in electric car until it was surpassed in early 2020 by the Tesla Model 3 . The first generation Nissan Leaf was in production from 2010 to 2017. It was unveiled on 1 August 2009 as the world's first series produced battery electric vehicle . Before it officially commenced production, Nissan developed three prototype battery electric vehicles—dubbed
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#1732786957536858-420: The age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.04. In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under
897-460: The age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 35.1% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males. The median income for a household in the town was $ 44,405, and the median income for a family was $ 51,550. Males had a median income of $ 37,130 versus $ 27,325 for females. The per capita income for
936-763: The base. The base was scheduled for closing in 1971. Most of the property was divided among the State of Tennessee , Rutherford County, and the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority . On its portion, the state opened and operates a Tennessee Army National Guard base and the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center. Much of the additional land was developed as the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport Authority in 1990. During
975-611: The cockpit hatch and the number 6 on the tails to represent which plane he flew on his final flight. According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 23.0 square miles (60 km ), of which 22.8 square miles (59 km ) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km ) (0.61%) is water. Portions of the Percy Priest Lake reservoir lies within the town limits. The two main waterways are Stones River and Stewarts Creek. As of
1014-495: The inexpensive materials used in the vehicle, asserting that they seem more fitting for a car priced at half its actual cost. However, they commended the Leaf for its spacious boot/trunk, along with features like standard heated seats and, in higher-end models, a heated steering wheel and leather seats. Opinions on the battery performance and safety aspects vary, with some finding the battery and range underwhelming and others expressing concerns about safety levels. In October 2017, for
1053-710: The largest town in Tennessee by population in that census. In 2007, U.S. News & World Report listed Smyrna as one of the best places in the United States to retire. Smyrna is part of the Nashville metropolitan statistical area . The town of Smyrna has its European American roots in the early 19th century and began as an agrarian community . It was important during the Civil War because its railroad station lies between Nashville and Chattanooga . One of
1092-576: The major events of the war for the town involved the Confederate States soldier Sam Davis , who, after being charged with spying, gave up his life instead of giving any information to the Union Army . He was captured November 20, 1863, and was hanged by Union forces on November 27 of that year. The Sam Davis Plantation, located on 160 acres (0.65 km ) of well-maintained farmland, is the town's most important historical site. Smyrna
1131-432: The population. Of the 14,807 households, 37.23% had children under the age of 18 living in them, 50.46% were married couples living together, 5.54% had a male householder with no wife present, 14.98% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.03% were non-families. 23.03% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.94% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
1170-511: The previous model. The interior adds Android Auto & Apple CarPlay . It has a 40 kWh battery pack (39 kWh usable) with an EPA-rated range of 243 km (151 miles). The electric motor produces 110 kW (147 hp) and 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) of torque. It charges through either a 6.6 kW regular plug ( SAE J1772 in US/Japan, or a Type 2 connector in EU countries) or
1209-474: The public. The arrangement allows Contour to utilize pilots who are qualified to operate charter services, who can be either less experienced or older than allowed on commercial passenger flights. The Contour Aviation fleet includes the following aircraft: Smyrna, Tennessee Smyrna is a town in Rutherford County, Tennessee . Smyrna's population was 53,070 at the 2020 census , making it
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1248-443: The site in 2012. Nissan 's goal is that the plant in Smyrna will eventually produce 150,000 electric cars, and 200,000 electric car batteries per year. In addition to serving as the U.S. production site for the Leaf, the plant assembles five other models. The top employers in the city are: Prior to their dissolution, RegionsAir (formerly Corporate Airlines) and Capitol Air were headquartered in Smyrna. Smyrna has 10 parks,
1287-465: The town was $ 19,704. About 6.7% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line , including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over. The Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant is the largest automotive assembly plant in the US, making 640,000 cars per year. It began in 1983, and has made more than 10 million cars since then. Manufacturing of batteries for the Leaf began at
1326-454: The world's best selling electric car from 2011 to 2014 and 2016. Sales fell in 2015 with overall sales led by the Tesla Model S . As of December 2019 , the Leaf listed as the world's all-time best selling plug-in electric car . By early 2020, the Tesla Model 3 surpassed the Leaf to become the new best selling electric car in history. By February 2022, global Leaf deliveries totaled 577,000 cars. As of September 2021 , Europe
1365-480: Was 1,119.8 inhabitants per square mile (432.4/km ). There were 10,016 housing units at an average density of 438.6 per square mile (169.3/km ). The racial makeup of the town was 87.23% White , 7.82% African American , 0.29% Native American , 1.21% Asian , 0.08% Pacific Islander , 1.81% from other races , and 1.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.31% of the population. There were 9,608 households, out of which 39.8% had children under
1404-404: Was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.15. Of the 39,974 people living in the city, 27.89% were under the age of 18, 63.50% were between the ages of 18 and 64, and 8.60% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33.0 years. 51.32% of all persons were female and 48.68% were male. The median household income in the city was $ 51,505, and the median family income was $ 61,286. Males had
1443-1050: Was no word of an actual production version, the concept was well received in the automotive, EV and tech media. In June 2022, the Leaf received a facelift for the 2023 model year. In the US, the EPA range was slightly reduced to 240 km (149 miles) for the 40 kWh version and 341 km (212 miles) for the 62 kWh version. European Leafs are offered in the following trim lines: Visia, Acenta, N-Connecta, and Tekna. The N-Connecta adds from Acenta an intelligent around view monitor with moving object detection and front and rear parking sensors, part synthetic leather and cloth trim, heat pack with heated seats and heated steering wheel, 43 centimetre (17 inch) alloy wheels, and privacy glass. Tekna adds from N-Connecta ProPILOT Advanced Driver Assistance System, Bose speakers, part leather seats with Ultrasuede trim, LED fog lamps with cornering function, and electronic parking brake. The North American Leafs were initially sold in S, SV and SL trim lines. In 2018, for
1482-452: Was originally incorporated in 1869 but its charter was rescinded by the state several years later. In 1915, the town re-incorporated and adopted a commission-mayor form of government . In 1941 during World War II, Sewart Air Force Base was established here and served as a B-17 Flying Fortress and B-24 advanced training facility. During the 1950s and 1960s, the military personnel and dependents totaled more than 10,000 persons stationed at
1521-509: Was unveiled in August 2009. After receiving 20,000 pre-orders in the United States, Nissan stopped taking reservations in the United States until early 2011. Production in Japan started in October 2010, and delivery in the US and Japan began in December, with deliveries in other markets beginning in early 2012. By December 2020 the Leaf was sold in 59 markets around the world. The Leaf was
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