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DefenseRussia tests "Fortuna-T" drone aircraft: a new weapon against Ukrainian...
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Russia is set to test an innovative hover drone this month designed specifically to counter Ukrainian Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), a senior engineer at the Center for Unmanned Systems Expertise told... more
AirportsFrench Air Force: modernized and upgraded Mirage 2000D aircraft enter into...
The use of these veterans of the French ground attack is guaranteed until beyond 2030, alongside the Rafales
Nancy-Ochey Air Base 133 is preparing to host the official ceremony for the entry into operational service of the Mirage 2000 D fighter aircraft undergoing the mid-life modernization program (RMV - Rénovation... more
Civil aviationUK bets on drones and flying taxis, investing over £20m
Focus on adoption of advanced aviation technologies: aim, improve public services; less emissions
The government expects air taxis to become a reality as early as 2028, thanks to a simplified regulatory path more
DefenseNATO: Rutte concerned about China's military maneuvers near Taiwan
And from Tokyo he raises the alarm: "Beijing supports Moscow and rapidly militarizes the region"
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has expressed grave concern over China's growing buildup of weapons and intense military exercises near Taiwan (see also AVIONEWS). Speaking to reporters at the end of... more
AirlinesAustralia. Ferrovial's strategic expansion at Perth Airport
Infrastructure investments and growth for it that offers direct connections to Europe
Ferrovial, a Spanish company known for its role in the transport infrastructure industry, is considering the acquisition of Perth Airport in Australia, after selling its stakes in major British airports... more
AirlinesEVA Air expands fleet with more A-350/1000 and A-321neo aircraft
Finalised a commitment announced by the airline in March
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AirportsItalian Enav global expansion: new opportunities in foreign markets
Growth strategies and developments in international markets for air traffic control
During the Enav (Italian Flight Assistance Company) roadshow held in London, Pasqualino Monti, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), outlined an international expansion strategy that seems closely linked to diplomatic... more
DefenseThaad anti-missile battery delivered to Israel
It is the second one provided by the United States
The second Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (Thaad) anti-missile battery was delivered to Israel by the United States last April 5. It was deployed at Nevatim Air Base in Southern Israel after being... more
AccidentsJapan, heli-ambulance crashes into sea
Six people on board the EC-135T2+ helicopter: three victims
Yesterday, April 6, the EC-135T2+ ambulance helicopter, registration JA555H, operated by Sgc Saga Aviation, crashed into the sea in Japan. It took off from the coast of Tsushima, in Nagasaki prefecture,... more
Civil aviationIATA’s contactless travel directory eases airline access to biometric s...
Key features are three
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its Contactless Travel Directory to help quickly scale and increase adoption of contactless travel solutions. The Directory will power a... more
AirlinesAir Europa returns to North Africa
Flights resumed in April
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AirportsBritish Royals visit Rome; arrive in Ciampino in the afternoon
Institutional meetings with Mattarella and Meloni; session at the Chamber
King Charles and Queen Camilla are due to land at Rome-Ciampino Airport this afternoon for a few days' visit to Italy to mark their 20th wedding anniversary.At the moment it seems that the program has... more
AirportsUK Government gives green light to London-Luton Airport expansion
Capacity nearly doubled to 32 million passengers
The UK Government has given the final green light to an ambitious expansion project at London-Luton Airport. The decision, announced in a press release yesterday, grants development permission to increase... more
Fair and shows"Laad 2025" (2). Super Tucano aircraft selected by Panamian National Air...
It joins seven other Latin American countries that have chosen this model
Embraer, a global reference in the aerospace industry, announced yesterday at "LAAD Defence & Security" (in Rio de Janeiro Apri 1-4) the selection of the Super Tucano aircraft as the new surveillance and... more
DefenseLow-cost, next-generation weapons systems: London and Canberra enter into...
Governments announce partnership between Dstl and Dst Group for advanced, modular weapons
The UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) and Australia’s Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group announced today an unprecedented collaboration to develop next-generation subsystems for... more
Defense"Laad 2025". Turkish Aerospace and Embraer to explore E2 production...
Signed a MoU during the event ongoing in Brazil
Turkish Aerospace and Embraer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential industrial cooperation.Embraer is actively seeking new suppliers and partners around the world to meet... more
DefenseUSA: green light for sale of F-16 aircraft, strengthens Manila's defense;...
USD 5.5bn deal (20 fighters) escalates tensions in West Philippine Sea
The United States approved today the sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, in a deal valued at USD 5.58 billion. The decision, announced by the US State Department, is aimed at strengthening... more
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After almost 20 years, the rule at airports that prevents passengers from carrying more than 100 milliliters of liquids in their hand luggage will be abolished in some European countries. The rule came... more
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Service suspended from April 12th for maintenance work
Yet another stop for the "Marconi Express", the 5 km monorail that connects the Bologna-Centrale railway station with the "Guglielmo Marconi" airport in Panigale. This time the service will be suspended... more
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