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AirlinesMore Italy and less Ireland for Ryanair flights
Low-cost carrier is at odds with Dublin
Less Ireland and more Italy: this seems to be the attitude of the low-cost airline Ryanair, which intends to expand its network of connections in our country with 17 weekly flights and five routes departing... more
Civil aviationPressure intensifies to drop quarantines in favour of EU-wide passenger testing protocol
Aviation bodies set out common framework for pre-departure testing to re-establish freedom of movement in Europe
With less than 90 days to go before the year-end holiday season more
Civil aviationICAO upgrades registration system for aeronautical agreements
Its Secretary General Fang Liu announed the official launch of it
ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Secretary General Fang Liu announced the official launch of ICAO’s new web-based registration system for aeronautical agreements and arrangements (WAGMAR). T... more
Civil aviationTampa Airport offers rapid anti-covid tests
It is the first American airport to make this decision
Important news for international airport of Tampa, in the US State of Florida: from today, on Friday October 2, 2020, passengers of planes that will have to pass through this airport will be able to undergo... more
AirlinesPlanes. South African Airways suspends all operations
Funds for restructuring are still lacking
A paradoxical situation to say the least: South African Airways, flag company of African Nation, has been in economic difficulties for some time and the proposals for the rescue have not had any follow-up... more
Airlines"Grounding" of Swissair on October 2, 2001
It was the beginning of the end for this carrier
A real shock: exactly 19 years have passed since October 2, 2001, the day when air carrier Swissair suddenly stopped, suggesting that the following days would be the last for such a prestigious brand,... more
AirlinesSingapore Airlines cancels flights "to nowhere"
Carrier was accused of polluting too much
In Australia they had a great success, in Singapore instead the failure was inevitable: we are talking about the so-called flights "to nowhere". Qantas, Australian national airline, achieved great results... more
Civil aviationBoeing to consolidate B-787 aircraft production in South Carolina in 2021
It to continue in Everett until program begins building at the previously announced rate
Single site to improve operational efficiency as company adapts to market downturn and positions for recovery and long-term growth more
AerospaceTwo H-135 helicopters delivered to support space exploration at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
The aircraft will provide aerial security of the upcoming SpaceX Crew Dragon launch to the ISS this month
Airbus continues to expand its portfolio of products supporting the future of space exploration with the delivery of two new H-135 helicopters to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)... more
AerospaceZefiro 9 engine: qualification test passed
At the presence of the Undersecretary of Defense Giulio Calvisi, then visit the construction of the new SPTF industrial site for space activities in Sardinia
The qualification test of the Zefiro 9 VT3 engine, an advanced version of the third stage propulsion system already in use on the Vega launcher and specifically enhanced and customized for the new Vega... more
AirportsFraport expands fleet of temperature-controlled transporters at Frankfurt Airport
20 refrigerated units now available at FRA for pharmaceutical products
Fraport, the owner and operator of Frankfurt Airport (FRA), will be using two additional state-of-the-art refrigerated trailers for the transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.... more
IndustryFincantieri (2) launches "Rotterdam" in Marghera
It will be the fleet’s new flagship
The fitting-out phase can now begin, ending in Summer 2021 with the handing over of the ship more
Civil aviationBoc Aviation announces change of Chief Financial Officer
With effect from today, on October 1st
BOC Aviation announces that Steven Townend has commenced the role of Deputy Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer with effect from today, on October 1st, 2020. In his new role, he oversees the... more
AirlinesAviation crisis, 5 billion pounds for Rolls-Royce
Recapitalization plan for industry
Bond and stock market represent one of the last resources that Rolls-Royce wants to draw on to tackle the crisis in the aviation sector linked to the Covid-19 pandemic (read also the article published... more
AirlinesAmerican Airlines, 19,000 job cuts
Carrier announced it in the last few hours
"The new American is arriving": the motto of carrier American Airlines is clear, too bad that something else has arrived in the last few hours. As announced yesterday, on Wednesday September 30, 2020 by... more
Civil aviationIATA: green recovery of air transport a priority for industry leaders
Despite the current crisis the commitment to pursuing sustainability remains strong
Brief. Despite the current crisis facing the global aviation industry, its commitment to pursuing sustainability remains strong, particularly as the sector starts to recover. Speaking at the "Global Sustainable... more
IndustryFincantieri: "Enchanted Princess" delivered in Monfalcone
A video message from the Italian PM Conte for the 100th cruise ship built by the Group in the last 30 years
A live video message was sent by the Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte to celebrate yesterday the delivery at Monfalcone shipyard of "Enchanted Princess" to Princess Cruises, a Carnival Corporation... more
AerospaceProven presence of saltwater lakes on Mars
An all-Italian discovery
Two years after the discovery of a lake under the southern polar cap of the planet Mars, published in 2018 in the scientific journal "Science" by a group of Italian researchers and technicians, a team... more
HelicoptersFirst five-bladed H-145 helicopter delivered to Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation
The model received certification from the EASA in June -DATA SHEET
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first five-bladed H-145 to the Norwegian Air Ambulance Foundation (NAAF). This new version of its H-145 light twin-engine helicopter brings a new, innovative five-bladed... more
AccidentsAircraft: collision in flight between KC-130J Hercules and Marine F-35B
Contact during in-flight refuelling; no casualties -VIDEO
A United States Marine Corps Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II airplane collided with a KC-130J Hercules yesterday during an in-flight refuelling operation. The pilot of the F-35B successfully ejected,... more
AirportsFrankfurt Airport: new truck parking lot being built in Cargo City South
Scheduled to open by the end of 2021
Fraport began today construction of a new truck parking lot at Frankfurt Airport’s Cargo City South. The roughly 14,500-square-meter lot is located within the airport’s operational area near Airport Gat... more
Civil aviationICAO at "ATAG 2020 Global Forum"
Its Council President encourages solidarity and a focus on building back more sustainably
In his virtual remarks to industry leaders attending the Air Transport Action Group’s (ATAG’s) "2020 Global Sustainable Aviation Forum" yesterday, ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano drew att... more
AirportsChina, new expansion for Guangzhou-Baiyun airport
It will encourage the development of Greater Bay Area
An important airport expansion: Chinese international airport of Guangzhou-Baiyun (Baiyunport) will become even bigger in the future thanks to the expansion project that the media of the ex-celestial empire... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport (2). IATA: traffic forecast downgrade after dismal Summer
It now expects full-year 2020 traffic to be down 66% compared to 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) downgraded its traffic forecast for 2020 to reflect a weaker-than-expected recovery, as evidenced by a dismal end to the summer travel season in the Northern... more
AirlinesLufthansa Cargo: its ninth B-777F airplane in Frankfurt
With the name "¡Buenos días México!"
On Tuesday, September 29, at 11:19 am local time, the carrier's latest B-777F landed for the first time at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The freighter with the registration D-ALFI was in flight as LH8145 for... more
DefenseUS F-16 aircraft in Bulgaria for airspace overflight
This operation is part of NATO missions
Yesterday, Monday 28 September 2020, F-16s of American Air Force took part in a mission to Bulgaria to fly over the national airspace. Going into more details of this operation, armed forces will monitor... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: insufficient capacity dampens cargo in August
Levels remain depressed compared to 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in August showing that improvement remains slow amid insufficient capacity. Demand moved slightly in a positive... more
AirlinesTwo E-195 airplanes make Vietnam operational debut with Bamboo Airways
A tourist destination, with an archipelago of 16 islands, is currently only served by turboprop aircraft -DATA SHEET
Two Embraer E-195 airplanes have commenced operations in Vietnam with Bamboo Airways, offering the first jet service to Con Dao from Hanoi, Vinh and Hai Phong.Con Dao Island and the surrounding National P... more
AirportsAci Europe announces unique Annual Congress and General Assembly
The event marks its 30th year
ACI EUROPE unveiled yesterday plans to hold its flagship industry gathering, the Annual Congress and General Assembly, as a unique one day event on 17th November, streaming live from the stunning Skyhall... more
AirlinesBritish airlines worried about "holiday tax" increase
Single passenger fares are about to change
A fare increase that should not be underestimated: UK government is serious about increasing duties provided for each passenger who traveled by plane, a move that took carriers off guard in the face of... more
AirlinesThailand ready to welcome foreign passengers
More air links will be authorized from October
Thailand reopens its borders. Asian Nation made it known through its covid-19 management center that it will soon be possible to authorize the access of a larger number of foreign citizens to its territory.... more
AirlinesUnited Airlines, pilots avoid layoffs
Flight attendants and mechanics are still at risk
The agreement was reached and for the moment layoffs have been avoided. In the last few hours, carrier United Airlines found the decisive agreement with trade unions and pilots to prevent loss of jobs,... more
AirlinesSri Lanka, new carrier will fly in February
The name chosen for the company is Spark Air
Another five months and Sri Lanka will be able to benefit from a new carrier. Spark Air is the name chosen for this company which is ready to become operational from February: the start will be under the... more
AerospaceAriane Group to deliver key propulsion system components for the Orion spacecraft for the Artemis III Moon mission
The contracts follow on from the decisions taken at ESA’s Space 19+ Conference
Ariane Group has signed several agreements with Airbus Defence and Space for the adaptation and construction of the third European Service Module (ESM) flight model for the Orion spacecraft. The Group... more
DefenseRise of US military suicides after beginning of pandemic
Link between Covid-19 and these deaths is very close
An impressive increase that cannot leave indifferent: "Associated Press" agency collected the statements of various officials of United States Army and Air Force regarding suicides that have occurred in... more
Science and technologyChina launches two new satellites to monitor environment
They will also be useful in case of earthquakes - VIDEO
As reported by Chinese media in these hours, Asian Nation launched two new satellites for environmental monitoring into space. The operation was successfully completed, to be precise from Taiyuan Cosmodrome,... more
AccidentsPlane crashes into a forest in France, three victims
It was a few kilometers from the landing
During today's morning, Monday 28 September 2020, a single-engine plane crashed in France causing the death of three people, that is all occupants on board. The serious accident took place near Doubs,... more
AirlinesJetBlue: "Risk of transmitting covid on an airplane is 1%"
Carrier highlighted the results of a recent study
CEOs of the most important American carriersa participated in the "Skift Global Forum", an on-line event dedicated to the travel sector and future scenarios related to Covid-19. One of the most interesting... more
IndustryNATO Support & Procurement Agency orders an A-330 MRTT airplane
This new order comes after the delivery of the first two planes -DATA SHEET
Airbus has received a firm order for an A-330 MRTT (Multi-Role Tanker Transport) aircraft from OCCAR, Europe’s organisation for the management of cooperative armament programmes. The order, which OCCAR ha... more
IndustrySamad Aerospace unveils Q-Starling Personal Air Vehicle aircraft
The model will seat two passengers
SAMAD Aerospace, the British hybrid electric VTOL aviation company launches its concept for Q-Starling, a high-end Personal Air Vehicle (PAV).With an innovative modern design taking elements from both... more
AirlinesKirsten de Bruijn joins Qatar Airways Cargo
With 13 years of experience in management in this sector
Qatar Airways Cargo announces today that Kirsten de Bruijn has joined the airline in the capacity of Senior Vice-President, Cargo Sales and Network Planning. An air cargo veteran with 13 years of experience... more
DefenseArmenia-Azerbaijan, Turkish military planes and drones in support of Baku?
Conflict between the two countries rekindled old tensions
According to what stated today, Monday 28 September 2020, by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, Turkey would also have intervened in the conflict that just flared up between the former Soviet... more
DefenseCrimea, Ukrainian drones are disappearing at the border
Since January there are no aircraft coming from Kiev
A year without drones: the current situation in Crimea, the peninsula annexed and occupied by Russia about six years ago, could be summarized in this way. According to reports from some sources close to... more
AirlinesPlanes, Norwegian Air Shuttle is closer to nationalization?
Scandinavian government is in talks with managers
One of the many ways to go, perhaps the safest at the moment: Oslo government is seriously considering nationalizing Norwegian Air Shuttle, as reported in recent hours by the Scandinavian media (read also... more
DefenseSwitzerland, voters approve increase in military aircraft
Yes prevailed for just under 10 thousand ballots
Yesterday, on Sunday 27 September 2020, Swiss citizens expressed their opinion on the increase in military aircraft (read also the article published by AVIONEWS). Swiss voters were asked to answer the... more
AirlinesAustralia increases economic aid for air carriers
Plans for all national routes were renewed
“Advance, beautiful Australia”: hymn of the Oceanian nation speaks clearly and the Canberra government could not fail to take adequate measures to advance the air transport sector. It is no coincidence tha... more
AirlinesJapan Airlines ditches "ladies and gentlemen" from ads
Carrier doesn't want to discriminate sexual minorities
A phrase that every passenger is used to and that is about to disappear, at least in the case of an Asian carrier. Japan Airlines made official today, Monday 28 September 2020, the cancellation of classic... more
AccidentsTruth about a missed crash between Ryanair planes of two years ago
Spanish Civil Aviation published the final report - ATTACHMENT
Almost exactly two years after the episode, it became clear about a missed accident between two planes that could have very serious consequences. In these last hours, Spanish civil aviation (Ciaiac) published... more
IndustryCertification of SVGS system for Praetor 500 and 600 aircraft
From Brazilian and US civil aviation authorities
Embraer today announced that the Synthetic Vision Guidance System (SVGS) for the midsize Praetor 500 and super-midsize Praetor 600 business jet aircraft was awarded certification by both the civil aviation... more
AccidentsMilitary plane crashed in Ukraine, latest updates
26 victims after the accident of last Friday
Three days ago, on Friday 25 September 2020, an Ukrainian Air Force Antonov An-26Sh plane crashed in the Kharkiv region while it was finalizing the landing phase. The number of victims is 26, to be precise... more