DefenseTensions in the Taiwan Strait: Beijing intensifies military maneuvers,...
With 21 warships and 27 aircraft, it increases pressure on Taipei - 2 VIDEOS
International concern grows. Taipei denounces "provocative actions", while Beijing declares "joint exercises of April 1-2, 2025" concluded more
AerospaceSpaceX: "Fram2" mission in polar orbit
It's the first human spaceflight to fly over the Earth's poles - VIDEO
Ambitious program of 22 experiments on human capabilities for long-duration space exploration more
Civil aviationNew FAA rules for private aircraft: online tracking stopped
For privacy and security reasons, public access to flight data is limited
Privacy and Security: FAA restricts public access to flight data more
AirportsEarthquake in Myanmar and Thailand (2): relief in action, airlift f...
Casualties on the rise; helicopters and planes to reach remote areas and transport the wounded - VIDEO
Yangon Airport, Myanmar, partially reopened for cargo planes carrying tents, blankets, food, drinking water and medical supplies more
Fair and shows"Laad 2025" (3). Portuguese Air Force: studies to provide KC-390 plane with ISR capabilities
Cooperation to develop a modular mission system to allow aircraft to perform these missions
The Portuguese Air Force (PRT AF) officially announced its intention to join Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) in collaborative studies to identify potential adaptations to the current KC-390 Millennium... more
Fair and shows"Laad 2025" (2). Sweden confirms acquisition of four C-390 airplanes
This announcement follows the recent official signing of an agreement
Sweden officially committed to acquiring from Embraer four C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft, securing the necessary production slots. The official announcement of this commitment took place during... more
AirportsACI: airports save one million tonnes of CO2
Under ACA program, period May 2023-2024
Airports Council International (ACI) has today released the annual results on carbon performance and participation trends for its global carbon management standard for airports, Airport Carbon Accreditation.The... more
AerospaceTAS: contract to extend EGNOS service life
For a value of EUR 51 million
Thales Alenia Space (TAS), a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a new contract worth €51 million with the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) to extend t... more
AirlinesITA Airways set to start integration into Star Alliance
Entry for Italy’s national carrier expected in early 2026
ITA Airways has officially received approval to start the integration process into Star Alliance following a verdict by the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). Building on its induction into the... more
Civil aviationH55 at the 51st "Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo" (April 1-6)
The B23 Energic, a fully electric training and general aviation airplane, at the event
H55, the electric aviation reference and spin-off of the pioneering Solar Impulse project, unveils its latest innovation—the B23 Energic, a fully electric training and general aviation airplane—at the... more
Civil aviationAdam Richardson promoted to President & CEO of Enstrom
He was Chief Operating Officer of the company
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation announced the promotion of Chief Operating Officer Adam Richardson to President & CEO of the company. Former President Todd Tetzlaff will remain an integral part of its core... more
Fair and showsEmbraer at "LAAD Defence & Security 2025" (April 1-4)
The 15th edition takes place in Rio de Janeiro
Embraer showcases its portfolio of defense aircraft and solutions at "LAAD Defence & Security 2025", the largest and most important defense exhibition in Latin America. The event, now in its 15th edition,... more
DefenseRoyal Navy: Leonardo to maintain Merlin helicopters for another two...
Approximately $210 million for the service of 54 AW-101s, pending the implementation of the Imos
The Royal Navy has renewed its support contract for its fleet of 54 AW-101 Merlin choppers, awarding Leonardo Helicopters an extension of up to two years. The deal, worth more than £165 million (approximately... more
DefenseItaly and Japan: open dialogues for the maritime surveillance in th...
After the GCAP, it’s possible an exchange operation of Italian M-346 aircraft with Japanese Kawasaki P-1 airplanes in Rome
Italy, for strengthen its capabilities to counter the submarine threat in the Mediterranean Sea, are seriously thinking the acquisition of the maritime patrol aircraft Kawasaki P-1 made in Japan. An eventuality... more
AerospaceStarlink launch scheduled for today, April 1st: new constellation i...
It will provide broadband internet connectivity globally
After successfully launching the "Fram2" mission into a polar orbit last night local time (see AVIONEWS), SpaceX is preparing for the launch of a new group of Starlink satellites, scheduled for today,... more
DefenseSweden and Netherlands step up military support for Ukraine
From Stockholm, aid for $1.6 billion and focus on air defense; from The Hague, $541 million and focus on drone aircraft
Sweden announced today a massive military aid package for Ukraine, allocating SEK 16 billion (about $1.6 billion). The decision, which is the largest Swedish contribution since the start of the conflict,... more
AirlinesChina Airlines signed an order for ten A-350/1000 airplanes
Finalising a commitment announced by the airline in December 2024
China Airlines of Taiwan has signed a firm order with Airbus for ten A-350/1000 airplanes, finalising a commitment announced by the carrier in December 2024. The new aircraft will fly long-haul routes... more
Civil aviationAirplanes. IATA: passenger demand growth slows slightly in February
Regional breakdown: international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK),... more
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AirlinesIberia and Aerolineas Argentinas join forces to bring both Countrie...
37 destinations within the South American State and 29 within European one
Iberia and Aerolíneas Argentinas (AA) have reached an agreement that will bring Argentina and Spain closer than ever. Thanks to this alliance, from March 27, 2025, customers of both airlines will be able... more
AirlinesHamburg Airport: Summer flight schedule 2025
Around 120 direct destinations in 40 countries
Hamburg Airport welcomes the 2025 summer season with a diverse and expanded flight offering that will take travelers to around 40 countries. The new summer flight schedule, which is valid until 25 October... more
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AirlinesTwo-day strike by Air France pilots
Mobilization called for 15 and 16 April
The Syndicat des Pilotes d'Air France (Spaf), which represents a significant part of the pilots of the national carrier Air France, has called a sector strike for Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 April 2024. It... more
AirlinesRolls-Royce tests new engine
Intended to power small hybrid and electric aircraft for regional transport
British motor manufacturer Rolls-Royce has successfully tested a new electric motor intended to power regional transport aircraft. This is a 320 kW engine specifically designed to meet the needs of future... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Italy will not send soldiers
Stoltenberg: "A stronger role for NATO will put an end to the war"
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