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AerospaceBlue Origin: NS-31 mission completed
An all-female crew on board
The launch of Blue Origin's eleventh human flight, NS-31, has just concluded, allowing former NASA scientist Aisha Bowe, astrophysicist Amanda Nguyễn, CBS anchor Gayle King, pop star Katy Perry, activist K... more
AerospaceNew Shepard’s crewed NS-31 mission targets liftoff on April 14
11th human flight by Blue Origin; on board six women
Blue Origin announced its 11th human flight, NS-31, will lift off from Launch Site One in West Texas on Monday, April 14. The mission includes Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyễn, Gayle King, Katy Perry, Kerianne Fl... more
Civil aviationBipartisan US Congressional pressure on FAA to clear Notam system blackouts
Six call for answers on recent disruptions and system upgrades crucial to air safety
A group of six influential members of the United States Congress are pushing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to urgently provide comprehensive details about recent and troubling disruptions to... more
AirportsHeathrow Airport: over 6 million passengers in March
A slight decline on 2024
In March, Heathrow welcomed more than 6.2 million passengers, a slight decline on 2024 due to the timing of Ramadan and a later Easter this year which both impact travel patterns, along with a 10-hour... more
AirlinesMoscow urges Washington: "Revoke sanctions on Aeroflot to restore direct flights"
Lavrov from Almaty reveals: the request made over a month ago and reiterated recently
The Russian Federation has formally requested the United States of America to reconsider the restrictions imposed on Aeroflot, the Russian national carrier. This was announced by Russian Foreign Minister... more
IndustryA-330 MRTT airplane for the Spanish Air and Space Force enters into service
The first of three aircraft acquired by the Ministry of Defence in November 2021
The first A-330 MRTT (Multi-Role Tanker Transport) for the Spanish Air and Space Force has entered into service with the 45th Wing. This is the first of three multi-mission tanker and transport aircraft... more
AccidentsNew York, Bell 206 helicopter crashes into Hudson River: a family destroyed
Six victims in the latest of a series of accidents that have plagued US civil aviation for months - VIDEO-GALLERY
Yesterday afternoon, Thursday April 10, at 3:15 pm local time, a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City, New York. It was a Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger IV, registration N216MH, of Meridian... more
Civil aviationAircraft & news: "tastes" of the "Aero 2025" show in Friedrichshafen
New projects and services presented at the German fair (9-12 April)
At the general aviation fair "Aero 2025", held in Friedrichshafen, Germany, from 9 to 12 April (see AVIONEWS), the exhibitors, 756 active in the sector from 38 countries, presented their aircraft and their... more
AirlinesVietjet signs deal with AV AirFinance (KKR), eyes additional 737 Max aircraft
New $300M financing to expand fleet; talks with Boeing despite missed deliveries
Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet announced today April 10 the signing of a financing agreement worth 300 million dollars with AV AirFinance, a partner of the investment fund Kkr. The agreement is aimed... more
AirlinesSmoke in cabin forces PAL plane en route to Manila-Los Angeles to divert to Tokyo
Investigations underway. Manila Government also seeks clarification on alleged failure to assist passengers
A B-777/300ER aircraft, registration RP-C7782, of Philippine Airlines (PAL), operating flight PR 102 from Manila to Los Angeles with 369 people on board, had to make an emergency landing at Tokyo-Haneda... more
AirlinesEasyJet flies between Malpensa and Seville from October
Air connection with two frequencies per week
easyJet is expanding its network from Milan-Malpensa by offering for the first time a direct connection to Seville, starting from 27 October, with two weekly frequencies on Mondays and Fridays.With the... more
AirlinesDelta Air Lines withdraws 2025 guidance on global uncertainty
It announces financial caution due to the worrying geopolitical and economic moment
Delta Air Lines has chosen to withdraw its 2025 guidance due to global economic uncertainty related to protectionist trade policies, such as those of President Donald Trump. This decision is particularly... more
AerospaceNBAA supports Jared Isaacman’s nomination as NASA administrator
His nomination is expected to be considered by the Senate Commerce Committee on April 9
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) called yesterday upon the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation to support President Trump’s nomination of Jared Isaacman to lead t... more
Airlines"Handelsblatt": Fiumicino Airport "Great Hope" for Lufthansa's global expansion
German business daily praises progress at Rome airport despite capacity limitations
Rome-Fiumicino Airport has become a crucial element in the growth strategy of the Lufthansa Group following the acquisition of ITA Airways. This is highlighted in an article published today (9 April 2025,... more
Civil aviationMeeting Tajani-Lammy (UK) and participation in the round table
As part of the State visit of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom
As part of the State Visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International... more
DefenseNew video of alleged Chinese "J-36" fighter plane rekindles debate among military analysts
Is this the sixth-generation tri-motor stealth CAC spotted flying over a highway? - VIDEO
A new video circulating on-line since April 7 has reignited debate among international military analysts about the sixth-generation fighter aircraft allegedly under development by China, designated the... more
DefenseYemen: Houthis denounce US airstrikes near Hodeida: eight casualties reported
The airport was also targeted by the bombings. America neither confirms nor denies
The Iran-backed Houthi movement active in Yemen has announced that alleged US air strikes hit the area around the Yemeni port city of Hodeida, located on the Red Sea, yesterday evening. According to what... more
AirlinesITA Airways and LOT Polish Airlines announce code-share agreement
Starting from tomorrow
ITA Airways, Italy’s reference carrier, and LOT Polish Airlines, the national flag carrier of Poland, announce the launch of their code-share agreement. Starting April 10, 2025, LOT’s “LO” flight code wil... more
Civil aviation"Aero 2025": the aviation show returns to Friedrichshafen
756 exhibiting companies from 38 countries are present
"Aero Friedrichshafen" is back in 2025. From 9 to 12 April, the Friedrichshafen exhibition centre in Germany hosts the new edition of one of the main international trade fairs dedicated to general aviation,... more
AirlinesItalian Unions: easyJet flight attendants on 4-hour strike today
"First cabin crew unrest since pandemic"
“Today, on Wednesday 9 April, easyJet flight attendants are striking for 4 hours, from 10:30am to 2:30pm”. This was reported in a note by Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl and Uiltrasporti, underlining that “this is th... more
AirlinesSpirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie resigns
The air company had just emerged from Chapter 11 corporate restructuring
Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie resigned April 7 from the air company and its board of directors, which is working to name a permanent replacement. Until a new CEO is named, the carrier is being led by... 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
Civil aviationSSJ-100 aircraft: successful test with PD-8 engines at cruising speed and altitude
Crucial for Russian civil aviation autonomy and a step towards Aviadvigatel engine certification - VIDEO
Russia: an important step forward towards the autonomy of Russian civil aviation, for the certification program of the Aviadvigatel PD-8 engine and towards independence from foreign suppliers has been... 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
DefenseRussia tests "Fortuna-T" drone aircraft: a new weapon against Ukrainian USV
A "Hunter" to counter the threat of Unmanned Surface Vehicles - VIDEO
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
AirlinesEVA Air expands fleet with more A-350/1000 and A-321neo aircraft
Finalised a commitment announced by the airline in March
Taiwan’s EVA Air has placed a firm order for six long-range A-350/1000s and three single-aisle A-321neo aircraft, finalising a commitment announced by the airline in March 2025. The new orders will bring E... more
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 services
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
Air Europa resumes flights to North Africa with the start of weekly flights between Madrid-Barajas airport and the cities of Marrakesh and Tunis. Over the course of the year, the air company will offer... more
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
AirportsFrench Air Force: modernized and upgraded Mirage 2000D aircraft enter into operation
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
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 and Naval Service
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 joint-venture
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 opportunities
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
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
DefenseUSA: green light for sale of F-16 aircraft, strengthens Manila's defense; China warns...
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
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
DefenseTensions in the Taiwan Strait: Beijing intensifies military maneuvers, balances in the balance
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
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 years
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 the Mediterranean
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