AirlinesITA Airways accompanies Pope Leo XIV on his first Apostolic Journey
This morning the departure bound for Türkiye and Lebanon
ITA Airways accompanies Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of his first Apostolic Journey. The Holy Father departed today on November 27 at 7:40 am from Rome-Fiumicino Airport, bound for Ankara (Esenboğa International... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. Modernization of the US ATC system at risk
Secretary Duffy asks Congress: an immediate additional $20 billion to begin work
The DOT cannot initiate the air traffic control network modernization plan, essential to manage the growing volume of flights and new technologies such as eVTOLs, until Congress releases the remaining funds. more
AirlinesRyanair invests 200 million and strengthens the Trieste hub
Winter base with two aircraft, 16 routes and capacity +130%: over one million passengers
Ryanair has announced a significant acceleration for the Trieste hub: for Winter 2025 the airline will base two aircraft at the airport — for the first time also operating during this season— compared wit... more
AccidentsCrash of an Indian fighter jet aircraft at the "Dubai Airshow": pil...
Investigations launched: acquisition of footage and analysis of recovered systems, public in shock
According to an official statement from the Dubai government, the pilot of an Indian fighter aircraft died in the crash that occurred today during the airshow. Images shared on social media show the aircraft... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. IATA: passenger demand growth accelerates last month
International and domestic markets at regional breakdown
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: cargo demand sets new record in October
Marking eight straight months of growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global air cargo markets showing:Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to October... more
Civil aviationLeonardo: Cingolani (CEO and GM) unveiled"Michelangelo-The Security Dome", advanced integrated defence system
Designed to counter emerging threats in an increasingly complex global landscape
Leonardo unveiled yesterday “Michelangelo Dome” at the Officine Farneto in Rome, introducing a new, advanced integrated defence system designed to counter emerging threats in an increasingly complex glo... more
Latest newsItalian Farnesina is monitoring situation in Hong Kong after fires in high-rise buildings
No Italian nationals have been reported among either the victims or the injured
The Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong, in close coordination with the Italian Foreign Ministry, is closely monitoring the situation in the city, where several high-rise buildings within a residential... more
Civil aviationToshiyuki Onuma of Japan elected President of the ICAO Council
For a three year term, beginning next January 1st
He succeeds Salvatore Sciacchitano of Italy, who has held the position for two consecutive terms since 2020 more
DefenseBoeing: contract for 15 additional USAF KC-46A Tanker planes for US...
It strengthens global supply chain capabilities and accelerates production with supply chain impacts
Boeing has been awarded a Lot 12 contract by the US Air Force for 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tanker airplanes, valued at $2.47 billion. The US KC-46A fleet has exceeded 150,000 flight hours, reflecting... more
AirlinesEthiopian Airlines leases two ATR-72/600 airplanes
For Air Congo operations
ATR announced the lease by Ethiopian Airlines of two brand-new ATR-72/600 aircraft, to be operated by 49%-owned Air Congo, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national carrier. The aircraft are scheduled t... more
AerospaceOneSat selected for the first Omani satellite
Development of its programme is supported by five European space agencies
Space Communication Technologies (SCT), Oman’s national satellite operator, has awarded a contract to Airbus Defence and Space for OmanSat-1 a state-of-the-art fully reconfigurable high throughput OneSat te... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space signs multiple contracts to shape the consortium
It carries out the Lunar Descent Element for ESA’s Argonaut
Thales Alenia Space (TAS), a joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed multiple contracts shaping the core industrial team that will build the European Space Agency (ESA) Argonaut... more
Fair and showsLeonardo and EDGE Group toward landmark jv in the UAE
The latest agreement was signed at "Dubai Airshow 2025"; jv in 2026
Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between EDGE Group and Leonardo in June this year, confirming both parties’ intention of establishing a joint venture (JV) in Abu Dhabi that l... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space and NSSTC cooperate in the satellite navigation...
In the field of Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
The National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) and Thales Alenia Space, a joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%) cooperate to explore opportunities in the field of Low Earth Orbit... more
Civil aviationELT Group (2): towards a global strategic partnership across all do...
Following the collaboration on the F124 Sachsen-class frigate modernization program
Following the successful collaboration on the F124 Sachsen-class frigate modernization program, Rohde & Schwarz and ELT Group are proud to announce their shared ambition to expand their strategic partnership... more
Civil aviationAirbus to support entire French Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie H-145 h...
Agreement covers 46 aircraft for up to ten years
Airbus Helicopters will now support the entire fleet of H-145 family helicopters of the French Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie Nationale, following a new contract signed with France's Aeronautical Maintenance D... more
AirlinesAir Europa signs MoU for up to 40 A-350/900 airplanes
Announced at the airshow ongoing from 17 to 21 November
Spanish airline Air Europa has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for up to 40 A-350/900 aircraft. The agreement forms the backbone of carrier’s long haul fleet replacement and was a... more
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AirlinesEthiopian Airlines leases two ATR-72/600 airplanes
For Air Congo operations
ATR announced the lease by Ethiopian Airlines of two brand-new ATR-72/600 aircraft, to be operated by 49%-owned Air Congo, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s national carrier. The aircraft are scheduled t... more
AirlinesITA Airways accompanies Pope Leo XIV on his first Apostolic Journey
This morning the departure bound for Türkiye and Lebanon
ITA Airways accompanies Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of his first Apostolic Journey. The Holy Father departed today on November 27 at 7:40 am from Rome-Fiumicino Airport, bound for Ankara (Esenboğa International... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. Modernization of the US ATC system at risk
Secretary Duffy asks Congress: an immediate additional $20 billion to begin work
DefenseBoeing: contract for 15 additional USAF KC-46A Tanker planes for US...
It strengthens global supply chain capabilities and accelerates production with supply chain impacts
Civil aviationLeonardo: Cingolani (CEO and GM) unveiled"Michelangelo-The Security Dome",...
Designed to counter emerging threats in an increasingly complex global landscape
It happened today
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa, the EU says yes: the marriage will take place
Satisfaction on both sides. Closing at the beginning of 2025 - ATTACHMENT
"ITA Airways welcomes with satisfaction the final approval of the Directorate-General for Competition of the European Commission (Dgcomp) of the transaction for the sale of the stake in Italia Trasporto... more
DefenseBabcock strengthens relations with South Korea
Two important contracts signed: one of which MoU with Korea Aerospace Industries
In order to consolidate strategic partnerships in the Republic of Korea, Babcock this week signed two separate agreements with South Korean companies: one in the global naval market with Hanwha Ocean (shipbuilding... more
AirlinesHong Kong Airport: system for simultaneous flight operations on three runways...
The 3RS allows multiple aircraft to take off and land simultaneously
AirlinesAirbus delivers first A-330neo airplane for Malaysia Airlines
It will be deployed on routes across Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East
