Civil aviation
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AirlinesItaly. Doors open at Padua airport
Numerous vintage and modern aircraft will be on display until Saturday evening
Open doors at the Italian "Gino Allegri" airport in Padua. Aviation enthusiasts can admire numerous vintage and modern airplanes until tomorrow. Among these there are Antonov AN-2 aircraft, a Caproni Ca-3... more
AirportsItaly. Airlines bet on Salerno airport
July 11, 2024 will be a day to remember for Campania
July 11, 2024 will be a day to remember for Campania. In fact, the Italian Salerno-Costa d'Amalfi airport will reopen to commercial air traffic, an important infrastructure for the entire Region and for... more
AirportsItaly. Aeroporti 2030 weight rises nationwide
After the two new entries, the airport association aims to expand further
The number of national airports that are members of Aeroporti 2030 has increased to 10. The Association was founded in 2021 with the aim of protecting, representing and enhancing, at a national and international... more
Civil aviationMark Rutte appointed to NATO summit
Former president of the EU council is the new secretary general
Mark Rutte is the new secretary general of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). His appointment should be formalized during a summit to be held in Washington from 9 to 11 July 2024. The current... more
AirlinesSalerno Airport: "Positive repercussions for all of Italy"
Meeting at the Chamber of Commerce; low-cost airline also arrives in August
The Salerno-Costa Amalfi airport will open in July and will be an important infrastructure for the Campania region and for the whole of Italy. It is what emerged during a meeting held last night at the... more
AirlinesITA, Lufthansa, Alitalia: "Government clarify"
Interpellation by the Greens and Left Alliance addressed to the Ministries of Economy, Transport and Labour
The Italian Government has been called upon to clarify what the effects of the ITA-Lufthansa marriage will be and of a possible "judgment of unconstitutionality of the interpretative rule contained in... more
AirlinesAlitalia-ITA: "The Italian government decree is unconstitutional"
Labor Court rules in favor of ex-employees who ask for reinstatement; the case to the Constitutional Court
The dispute involving the 11 employees of the former Alitalia company who were not rehired by the new national carrier ITA Airways arrives on the table of the judges of the Constitutional Court. The issue... more
AirlinesIAG relaunches on the purchase of Air Europa
It will sell up to 52% of routes operated by the Spanish airline to competing companies
The decision on the marriage between the European aviation group Iag and the air carrier Air Europa will arrive by 20 August 2024. This is the provisional deadline set by the European Commission. In fact,... more
AirportsItaly. Puglia airports: 132 flights during the G7
Satisfaction with the data recorded during the summit
There are 132 flights operated at Apulian airports during the G7 Summit. The data refers specifically to the movements recorded in the period 11-15 June 2024 in three airports: that of Brindisi-Casale,... more
AirlinesITA-Airways (3): Brussels' last constraint
The European Competition Commission is already circulating a draft agreement
The green light from the European Competition Commission, led by Margrethe Vestager, on the marriage between the airlines Lufthansa and ITA Airways, would be conditional on the acceptance of some technical... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa (2): the Italian Government is satisfied
Giorgetti (Mef): "We have still worked very intensely and hard in recent days"
The approval of the marriage between the airlines Lufthansa and ITA Airways is just around the corner. The green light from the technical office of the European Competition Commission, led by Margrethe... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: Brussels' yes will come
The definition of the details of the agreement within 60-90 days
Brussels would be ready to give the green light to the marriage between the airlines Lufthansa and ITA Airways. The approval should arrive in the next few days, ahead of the deadline set for July 4th.... more
AirportsItalian G7 Summit, stress test passed
Success for the Apulian airport system in Brindisi, Grottaglie, Bari and Sevelletri
Success for the Apulian airport system. The Italian G7 Summit, which was held from 13 to 15 June 2024, was a stress test that ended in the best possible way for the organizers. An orchestra made up of... more
AirportsItaly: an airport dedicated to Berlusconi?
Letter from the Ministry of Transport to the Italian Civil Aviation Authority
A year has passed since the death of Silvio Berlusconi, it was June 12, 2023. For the occasion, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT), led by Matteo Salvini, sent a letter to the Italian Civil... more
Civil aviationArtificial intelligence reforms aviation
This technoloy is already implemented in airports and on board aircraft for some years
From the plane that lands and takes off on its own to remote traffic control: utopia and reality are the two extreme poles of what artificial intelligence can do. Today this technology is implemented at... more
AirportsItaly. Brescia airport excluded from Ten-T corridors
From the intra-European transport network; selected three other smaller Italian stopovers
The "Gabriele d'Annunzio" Italian airport of Brescia-Montichiari has been excluded from the European Union transport network. It was decided by the Council of the European Union which yesterday expressed... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: will Brussels approve the merger?
A few days ahead of the deadline set for July 4th
The marriage between ITA Airways and Lufthansa could soon be approved. The green light should arrive in the next few days, ahead of the deadline set for July 4th. The technical office of the European Competition... more
Civil aviationG7 Summit (2): 50 billions in aid to Ukraine
Fund will use frozen Russian assets as collateral for military and humanitarian supplies
A 50 billion dollar loan to be allocated to Ukraine. It is one of the first agreements reached by world political leaders gathered in recent days in Borgo Egnazia, Puglia, for the G7 Summit which will... more
AirportsBologna Airport: two-day stop to the people mover
Emilian airport will be served by replacement buses active on the entire line
The monorail passenger transport service to and from the "Guglielmo Marconi" international airport of Bologna-Panigale was suspended for two days for maintenance. The people mover "Marconi Express" trips... more
AirportsVenice Airport: "A special statute is needed"
The request of the president of the Save manager, Enrico Marchi
In recent days the Italian Council of State has ordered the cancellation of the boarding tax of 2.5 Euros imposed by the Municipality of the Venetian capital on passengers departing from the "Marco Polo"... more
AirlinesSouthwest Airlines: Elliott focuses on dividends
Management attacked, but American low-cost has one of the best balance sheets in the sector
The top management of the US airline Southwest was mocked by Elliott investment fund. The latter recently acquired an 11% stake in the low-cost air carrier, a stake worth two billion dollars. The entry... more
AirportsFraport: increase in passenger numbers and cargo volumes in May
Frankfurt Airport welcomed 5.5 million passengers
Around 5.5 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport in May. This was equivalent to a growth of approximately 6.9 percent compared to the same month of 2023. Because of the very early Whitsun... more
AirlinesBrussels rejects appeal against covid aid in Spain
Low-cost airline judicial action rejected
An appeal by the low-cost airline Ryanair against the 10 billion euros of state aid to Iberian airlines provided by the Spanish government during the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected. The decision was... more
AirlinesIAG-Air Europe merger: new remedies sent to Brussels
Eu Competition Commission to take final decision by July
A new package of corrective measures has been presented to obtain the green light from Brussels for the privatization of the Air Europa carrier. This is a further series of remedies proposed by the International... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: Turicchi meets the unions
President of the Italian airline reassures worker representatives
Unions worried about the possible stop to the wedding between the airlines ITA Airways and Lufthansa. Yesterday, Tuesday 11 June 2024, the president of the Italian national airline, Antonino Turicchi,... more
AirportsG7 Puglia: safety mechanism launched
Some restrictions are already in force and will end on Sunday 16 June
A series of restrictions on the ground and in the Italian airspace in force from tomorrow until 15 June 2024 during the days of the G7 Summit, during which events will take place with the heads of state... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: developments expected this week
Proposed further transfers on Fiumicino-USA flights
By 4 July 2024 the European Competition Commission will have to pronounce its final verdict on the agreement between the German national carrier Lufthansa and the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance... more
AirlinesUK: 100ml limit reintroduced at airports
Harper (transport): "Temporary measure, in due course we will establish its revocation"
UK airports will still maintain the 100ml limit on liquids you can bring on board the plane. The goal was to raise the limit to two liters in all airports in the country by 2024. This should have happened... more
AirlinesRome-Fiumicino Airport: 11 reports of thefts at duty-free
The police forces also stopped eight NCCs and illegal taxi drivers
Eleven people reported and 4500 Euros of stolen goods recovered including cosmetics, perfumes and tobacco. It is the outcome of a series of checks recently conducted by Carabinieri, Italian police forces,... more
AirportsComiso Airport (Sicily): 47 millions for development
Schembari (mayor): "Cargo flights are essential for the fruit and vegetable production area and floriculture"
The "Pio La Torre" Italian airport in Comiso (Sicily) is a living reality. The municipal administration of the Sicilian city reiterates this, recalling that 47 million euros are earmarked for the stopover... more
AirlinesAeroflot bets on MC-21 aircraft
The company is reportedly reviewing a large order for over 300 aircraft
The Russian national carrier Aeroflot is reportedly reviewing a massive order of aircraft dating back to 2022. This is a commitment to purchase 339 commercial aircplanes produced by brands controlled by... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa on a roller coaster
To have free access from Brussels they sacrifice long-haul flights to North America
The marriage between the national carrier ITA Airways and the German Lufthansa is a roller coaster ride. The European Competition Commission will deliver its verdict on the wedding by the scheduled date... more
AirlinesIndia authorizes Air India-Vistara merger
Favorable order from the National Company Law Tribunal
The merger between the Indian airlines Vistara and Air India has been approved. The favorable order arrived in the last few hours from the national commercial court of the Asian country. This is a further... more
AerospaceElt Group at "ILA Berlin" (June 5-9)
The Company, in Germany for more than 40 years, is ready for its consolidation in this national market
ELT Group is participating in "ILA Berlin", the international aerospace event ongoing this year from 5 to 9 June. For more than 70 years, ELT Group has been a world leader in Electronic Defense Systems.... more
AirlinesDeliveries of Airbus planes drop
The industrial plan foresees a target of 800 aircraft for 2024
Monthly aircraft deliveries by the European manufacturer Airbus are decreasing. According to data recorded in May, the company supplied 53 airplanes. A performance that marks a decrease of -16% compared... more
Civil aviationUSA: FAA gives green light to Archer air taxis
Now we are waiting for the "Midnight" to obtain flight certification
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted permission to the American company Archer Aviation to start commercial operations using air taxis, announced the company. It is the second manufacturer... more
AirlinesParma Airport (Italy): Padilla Coleman new CEO
Dalla Rosa Prati (president): "We will have routes and services that aim for quality"
Quality services, not quantity. This is the objective of Guido Dalla Rosa Prati, confirmed as president of the board of directors of the manager of the "Giuseppe Verdi" international airport in Parma in... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: ready to sell 17 airport slots
About ten Italy-Central Europe flights are at stake
About ten flights between Italy and Central Europe will probably be sold to two low-cost airlines, the Spanish Volotea and the British easyJet. This is what is foreseen by the new package of remedies submitted... more
AirlinesRisk of mass strike for American flight attendants
Union asks for 33% more salary, company offers half
Immediate salary increases of +17% and greater participation in the financial profits accrued by the company. This is the offer that the US airline American Airlines made to its flight attendants. Proposal... more
AirlinesVistara in the hands of Air India by the end of 2024
The acquisition process of Indian company proceeds smoothly
National carrier Air India plans to complete the merger with Vistara airline by the end of 2024. The company has already received the green light for the sale from Indian and foreign competition regulators."Any... more
Civil aviationAirbus-Avincis: partners on Advanced Air Mobility
Opportunities for operating eVTOL in all Europe
Airbus and Avincis, an European helicopter operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The companies will collaborate to explore... more
Civil aviationEU-US axis on aviation safety
EASA-FAA summit meeting to share information on aircraft production
Europe will allow US to attend safety hearings of European aircraft manufacturers. In detail, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (Easa) will allow the American Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)... more
AirportsItaly, Parma Airport: Centerline makes the purchase official
Dalla Rosa Prati (Sogeap): "From next Winter connected to destinations of great interest"
Improving number of flights, user experience, safety and quality standards of infrastructure: these are the objectives of the Canadian company Centerline Airport Partners, which recently announced the... more
AirlinesITA and Lufthansa prepare remedies on EU-US flights
Brussels will deliver its final verdict on privatization by July 4
Cutting remark against Brussels, but optimism remains. These are the feelings that reign among the managers of the German national carrier Lufthansa and within the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport: new Saudi-Asian axis for the sector
Riyadh Air prepares to start operations in 2025
Riyadh Air, which is expected to start operations in 2025, has partnered with Asian carriers Singapore Airlines and Air China. This is a move with which the Saudi start-up, controlled by the Saudi state... more
AirlinesBoeing is looking for a new CEO
Outgoing David Calhoun fully supports the board's choice
The outgoing CEO of the US Boeing Group, David Calhoun, today announced that he will fully support the choice of his successor by the company's board of directors. This is an announcement that confirms... more
AirportsIndian billionaires' party: 1200 arrivals in Italy airport
Not only small business aircraft at Genoa, but also large private aircraft such as B-747s and A-340s
The Italian pre-wedding party in Portofino between Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, children of two Indian billionaire dynasties, is certainly one of the marriage of the year. This is demonstrated not... more
AirlinesStar Alliance: 10 years at London-Heathrow T2
Over 120 departures every day to 44 destinations in 23 countries
Together with its member airlines, Star Alliance is delighted to complete a decade of excellence at Terminal 2 – its home at Heathrow. The Queen’s Terminal has served as the base for 23 Star Alliance mem... more
AirlinesMexicana de Aviación orders 20 E-190/195E2 aircraft
Deliveries start 2Q25 -DATA SHEET
Mexicana de Aviación, Mexico's State-owned carrier, has ordered 20 Embraer E2 aircraft: 10 E-190E2 and 10 E-195E2 jets. Deliveries will begin in 2Q25. The airline will configure the E-190E2 with 108 seats,... more
Civil aviationUSA: unions against Boeing managers
Managers are allegedly persecuting technicians to keep quiet about safety problems
There is alarm among workers at the Boeing Group factory in Everett, a city located in Washington State. The plant is considered among the largest production buildings in the world and is the heart of... more