Civil aviationAzorra places order for 20 E2 aircraft
Deliveries will begin in 2023 -DATA SHEET
Azorra has signed an agreement with Embraer to acquire 20 new E2 family aircraft, plus a further 30 purchase rights. This flexible deal enables it to acquire E-190E2 or E-195E2 aircraft. At list prices,... more
AirportsBeluga aircraft ready to serve global outsized-cargo demand
The new service, ABT, will provide a solution in a variety of sectors
Airbus has launched a new air-cargo service using its unique BelugaST fleet to offer freight companies and other potential customers a solution to their outsized freight transportation needs.<br id="isPasted"> ... more
Latest newsYoung pilot completes world tour alone
Record achieved by Shark UL ultralight propeller sport aircraft
A 19-year-old Belgian-British-born pilot, Zara Rutherford, become the first woman to complete a round-the-world flight aboard a small Shark UL model ultralight propeller sports plane, as well as the youngest... more
AerospaceAvio: new launch service contracts for Vega C and development activ...
Its maiden flight is now expected in May 2022
At the end of an intense 2021 with 3 Ariane and 3 Vega missions in about 6 months, Avio announces the signature by Arianespace of several new launch service contracts for Vega C, whose maiden flight is... more
AerospaceNew engines for Russian Angara rocket test
Roscosmos space agency signs contract for delivery in 2022-2023
The Russian space agency Roscosmos announced in recent days that it signed a contract with the company Npo Energomash at the end of 2021, for the supply of five prototypes of the RD-191M engine. These... more
DefenseTurkey-Russia ties hinder F-16 aircraft sales
Congress opposes; some fear it could push Ankara towards Moscow
After the suspended sale of the F-35 fighter planes built by the American Lockheed Martin and destined for Turkey, now the evaluation of the purchase of F-16 Fighting Falcon military fighters from the... more
DefenseGermany upgrades 82 NH-90 military helicopters
They will be equipped with new electronic warfare devices
The German government's defense commission has contracted the technology company Hensoldt, specialized in defense, security and aerospace, to upgrade 82 NH-90 military tactical transport helicopters... more
AirlinesAircraft. Code-share ITA Airways-airBaltic
Flights covering 10 Italian cities in the current Winter season
ITA Airways and airBaltic are starting code-share cooperation that will open new and wider travel opportunities. airBaltic customers will benefit from convenient access to various destinations in Italy.... more
AerospaceSecond COSMO-SkyMed SG satellite ready for launch
It will take place on January 28 at 0:11 am CET (January 27 at 23:11 UTC)
The second satellite in Italy’s COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation Earth Observation programme is reach for launching. It will take place on January 28 at 0:11 am CET (January 27 at 23:11 UTC) from Cape C... more
DefenseRussia-Ukraine tensions (2): aircraft and ships by NATO
Member countries continue to send armaments to Eastern Europe
The member countries of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are continuing to send armaments, including ships and planes, to Eastern Europe. In addition, the US Department of Defense is putting... more
DefenseRussia-Ukraine tensions: Berlin says no to sanctions against Moscow
No armament to Kiev. Fears about repercussions in gas supplies
Germany has announced that it will not send armaments to Ukraine. The exact opposite of what Great Britain, United States, Spain and France are doing. With his decision, the new German social democratic... more
AirlinesIstanbul Airport closed until early afternoon
Extended weather alert due to heavy snowfall
Due to the heavy snowfall that blocked the transportation system in Istanbul, Turkey, the suspension of operations at the city's airport has been extended. In addition, Turkish political authorities... more
AirlinesAircraft. ITA Airways received an Expression of Interest
From MSC and Lufthansa; BoD will examine the details
The Company announces that yesterday it has received an Expression of Interest from the MSC Group and Lufthansa to acquire the majority of ITA Airways. The Group has agreed with the German airline its... more
DefenseIndia pushes on arms exports
The sale of Brahmos missiles to the Philippines is a milestone
The Indian government is pushing on arms exports with the aim of achieving strategic autonomy. Suffice it to say that the Philippines recently announced the purchase of three batteries of Brahmos cruise... more
AirlinesAir France-Klm: Chief Strategy Officer Angus Clarke leaves
News arrives a week after the non-renewal of Pieter Elbers
The head of strategy of the Air France-KLM airline group, Angus Clarke, leaves his post in the Franco-Dutch company. The manager was the right-hand man of the group's CEO, Benjamin Smith. The news... more
DefenseFirst flight of US Air Force on private eVtol
This is a California-built tiltrotor operated by a military pilot
United States Air Force (USAF) has made a first flight on a private electric Vertical takeoff and landing aircraft remotely operated by a military pilot. It represents the culmination of a series of tests... more
Civil aviationNew rules for travelling in Europe from February
Vaccinated, healed and negative to the tests will be able to move freely
Brussels will approve tomorrow the new recommendation that relaunches the European Green Pass with a package of measures that will take effect from February 1st. The new provisions stipulate that those... more
AirlinesAirbus cancels order from Qatar Airways
6.3 billion dollars order for 50 planes; legal battle escalates - VIDEO
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has cancelled an order for 50 A-321neo aircraft placed by Qatar Airways. The deal, signed in December 2017, worth about 6.35 billion dollars at list prices. The decision... more
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Civil aviationAirbus: around 6000 to be hired worldwide in the first part of 2022
The industry seeks new talents to prepare the future
As the aerospace industry shows strong signs of recovery post-COVID, and while Airbus continues to prepare the future of aviation and implement its roadmap for decarbonisation, the Company announces it... more
AerospaceAvio: new launch service contracts for Vega C and development activ...
Its maiden flight is now expected in May 2022
At the end of an intense 2021 with 3 Ariane and 3 Vega missions in about 6 months, Avio announces the signature by Arianespace of several new launch service contracts for Vega C, whose maiden flight is... more
Latest newsYoung pilot completes world tour alone
Record achieved by Shark UL ultralight propeller sport aircraft
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Chinese owner in financial trouble; expressions of interest arrive
AirlinesDelta anticipates weather-related flight cancellations
Despite changes to 5G roll out
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DefenseF-35 airplane: the first Stovl made in Italy was delivered to the D...
Made in Cameri, it is destined for Italian Navy
The first F-35B Stovl (Short Take-Off / Vertical Landing) aircraft assembled outside the United States was delivered yesterday morning to the Ministry of Defense.The aircraft, intended to equip the Navy,... more
AirportsMiami Airport honors its top concessions at third annual awards cer...
Concessions judged on excellence in customer service, merchandise and menu offerings
Miami International Airport (MIA) officials recognized their top stores and restaurants, based on excellence in customer service, merchandise and menu offerings, at the airport’s Third Annual Concession o... more
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