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IndustryEADS temporarily stops A-400/M production
Paris, France - In order to avoid that aircraft accumulate
According to "Les Echos", EADS has probably decided to temporarily stop A-400/M production in order to avoid that aircraft accumulate, as flight tests dates have not been fixed. A-400/M is the first... more
IndustryBoeing: machinists vote to ratify contract offer
Seattle, Usa - And return to work, after a two month strike
"Striking Boeing machinists in Washington, Oregon and Kansas voted to ratify a new four-year contract that includes excellent wages and an industry-leading pension. About 27,000 employees represented by... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (2): the G-222 aircraft
Rome, Italy - History and features
"Last November 22, 1962 was presented officially the G-222 project: G was the name of its head designer Gabrielli, 'Two' indicate the form at two engine pods and '22' as number of the NATO specification,... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: in Naples-Capodichino G-222's modernization work begins
Naples, Italy - Destined to Afghanistan
"The refurbishment and modernization of 18 G-222 airplanes, purchased by the United States Air Force and destined for the re-established Afghan Air Force, has begun at Alenia Aeronautica’s Capodichino p... more
IndustryBoeing projects China as world's fastest-growing aviation market
Beijing, China - The Country requires new airplanes valued at USD 390 billion
"The Boeing Company detailed its 2008 Current Market Outlook (CMO) for the China region, forecasting a market for 3,710 new airplanes worth about USD 390 billion over the next 20 years. China air travel... more
IndustryFincantieri to build new fleet tanker for the Indian Navy
Paris, France - The announcement on the occasion of the international exhibition "Euronaval" currently in progress in Paris-'Le Bourget"
"On the occasion of the international exhibition Euronaval – the most important trade fair for the defence industries currently in progress in Paris-'Le Bourget' – Fincantieri has announced the company has... more
IndustryFincantieri (2): the industry
Rome, Italy - International collaboration and activities in the naval vessel field
"Fincantieri is one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups, active in the design and construction of naval and merchant vessels. It is the world leader in the construction of cruise ships, the reference b... more
IndustrySukhoi Superjet 100 has scored 100 hours in the air
Khabarovsk, Russia - Certification launched
"Sukhoi Superjet 100 is ready to undergo a certification stage. Flight certification tests of the first SSJ-100 will begin right after factory flight tests have been completed. In the course of these flight... more
IndustryEmbraer renewed support for EMB-121 Xingu aircraft in France
São José dos Campos, Brazil - The four-year contract concerns 41 airplanes in operation
"Embraer renewed the contract for technical and logistical support for the fleet of EMB-121 Xingu aircraft in France, with Structure Intégrée de Maintien en Condition Opérationnelle des Matériels Aéronautiques de l... more
IndustryLockheed Martin F-35 successfully wraps up testing at Edwards FB
California, Usa - By the end of 2009, all 19 F-35 test aircraft will be complete
"The first Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter has finished all planned testing at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., demonstrating that the aircraft, the support crews, and contractor and military... more
IndustryMsc.Software teams with Alenia Aeronautica and Italian Air Force for intenational conference
Rome, Italy - The meeting yesterday and today highlights best practices in product development and innovation
"MSC.Software, the leading global provider of enterprise simulation solutions, including simulation software and services, yesterday announced that it will team with Alenia Aeronautica and the Italian... more
IndustryFinmeccanica completes acquisition of DRS Technologies
Rome, Italy - A deal worth 5.2 billion dollars
Finmeccanica, a world leader in the aerospace, defense and security industry, announced to have successfully completed its acquisition of DRS Technologies, (“DRS”), a leading supplier of integrated def... more
IndustryCroatia Airlines to acquire four additional A-320 family aircraft
Toulouse, France - They will join its eight models already in operation
"Croatia Airlines, the flag carrier of the Republic of Croatia, has signed a firm contract with Airbus for the purchase of four A-319s to add to its growing medium haul fleet aircraft. The new A-319s will... more
IndustryFinmeccanica: SELEX Sistemi Integrati signed a contract in Thailand with the Royal Thai Navy
Rome, Italy - For an air traffic control system
SELEX Sistemi Integrati, a Finmeccanica company, has been awarded a 4,5 million Euro contract by the Royal Thai Navy – RTN for the supply of an air traffic control system. The supply consists of a... more
IndustryEmbraer: 40th anniversary of first Bandeirante flight
São José dos Campos, Brazil - The plane marks the origin of the Company, which celebrates four decades of history in 2009
"Embraer commemorates the 40th anniversary, this month, of the first flight of the Bandeirante, which marked the origin of the Company that has become a world reference for the aviation market. Launched... more
IndustryFinmeccanica and Mubadala create industrial partnership
Rome, Italy - Abu Dhabi-based Aerospace Composites plant takes next step in development
"Finmeccanica, the Italian leading aerospace, defence and security company, and Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala), an Abu Dhabi-based business development and investment company, today announced... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (4): Alenia North America Inc.
Waco, Usa - The US society is also a shareholder in several joint-venture companies located in the US
"Alenia North America is a subsidiary of Alenia Aeronautica and part of the Finmeccanica Group. Its mission is to further expand the industrial and commercial presence of the Alenia Group in North America.... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (2). The C-27J: the most successful tactical transport aircraft in the world
Waco, Usa - Orders for 121 units from 8 Air Forces
"The C-27J Spartan - the only one of its category specifically designed as tactical transport aircraft - is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft with state-of-the-art technology in the field of avionics,... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: first C-27J delivered to the US Armed Forces in Waco, Texas
Waco, Usa - This 2.04 billion dollar contract for the tactical transport aircraft is the greatest export success ever for an airplane designed and manufactured in Italy
"Finmeccanica, its subsidiaries Alenia Aeronautica and Alenia North America, and its US partner L-3 have delivered the first of the 78 C-27Js Spartan ordered last year within the Joint Cargo Aircraft (JCA)... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (3): committed to deliver innovative solutions
Waco, Usa - It's partner and long-held relationships with the main world aerospace groups
"With over 90 years of history and successes, Alenia Aeronautica is the Italian leader in the aeronautic sector and a major international player in the aerospace industry. Alenia Aeronautica is known for... more
IndustryAirbus challenges students to shape the world of aviation
Toulouse, France - The industry launches an international competition 'Fly your ideas"
"Airbus is launching an international competition 'Fly Your Ideas' for student teams worldwide to come up with innovative ideas to shape the future of aviation and help to enhance the sector's eco-efficiency.... more
IndustryBoeing-union: talks adjourned without to reach an agreement
Seattle, Usa - No new talks are currently scheduled
"Boeing issued the following statement after a second round of mediated talks with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers adjourned without an agreement: 'In light of the... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi: competition "Let's name the M-346"
Varese, Italy - A great name for a great future
Alenia Aermacchi, a Finmeccanica company, is launching a competition to name its new M-346 aircraft. The M-346 is the only new generation advanced/lead-in fighter trainer currently available in Europe.... more
IndustrySuperJet International certified as Flight Training Organization for crew of Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft
Venice, Italy - From Italian ENAC, the Aeronautical Civil Authority
"SuperJet International, an Alenia Aeronautica and Sukhoi Company, has officially received from ENAC (Italian Aeronautical Civil Authority) the 'FTO' (Flight Training Organization) approval, certificate... more
IndustryLockheed Martin receives contract from Qatar
Marietta, Usa - For four C-130J Super Hercules aircraft
"The State of Qatar has signed a USD 393.6 million contract with Lockheed Martin for the purchase of four C-130J Super Hercules airlifters plus training and spares with deliveries to begin in 2011. Qatar's... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi (2): background of MB-339CD
Venegono, Italy - It's an aerobatic airplane, used by the Italian PAN "Frecce Tricolori"
"The MB-339CD “Batch 2” is a two-seat, aerobatic, single-engine turbojet aircraft for the Advanced and Lead-In-Fighter Training phases of the military pilot training syllabus. With its performance, exc... more
IndustryAlenia Aermacchi: the first MB-339CD for the Italian Air Force takes to the air in the new configuration
Venegono, Italy - It's the first of 14 airplanes covered by the agreement
"In late September Alenia Aermacchi test flew the first MB-339CD upgraded to Batch 2 standard. Over the following days the aircraft completed its company test flights and is now ready to be submitted to... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica for the “Green” aircraft of the future (3): the role by the industry in "Clean Sky"
Caserta, Italy - The objectives are ambitious
"Alenia Aeronautica – today world leader in the regional aircraft segment with its turboprop ATR family, developed and produced together with EADS, and with its participation in SCAC, the Italian-Russian c... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica for the “Green” aircraft of the future (2): the project "Green Regional Aircraft"
Caserta, Italy - The plan launched in February in Brussels
"The Clean Sky JTI (Joint Technology Initiative) is the project promoted by the European Commission, where also Alenia Aeronautica is involved. The project has the target of studying the configuration... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: launch of the technical activities for the “Green” aircraft of the future
Caserta, Italy - The new eco-compatible regional aircraft could enter into service before 2020
"Today sees the start of the technical activities on the new technologies for the passengers transport aircraft of the future: the 'Green Regional Aircraft', a project led by Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica... more
IndustryGulfstream introduces Gulfstream G-250
Savannah, US - Super mid-size business jet offers largest cabin and longest range in its class
"Gulfstream Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, announced the introduction of its newest super mid-size business jet: the Gulfstream G-250. The aircraft can travel 3,400 nautical... more
IndustryAvianca takes delivery of its first Airbus A-330/200 airplane
Paris, France - Part of complete fleet renewal
The Colombian flag carrier Avianca took delivery of its first Airbus A-330/200. This A-330 is the first of ten aircraft of this type to be delivered to the prestigious airline. This aircraft is part of... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronavali suffers delay for 767/200 SF airplane due to the Boeing workers strike
Venice, Italy - A programme that continues to disappointed expectations
The first Boeing 767/200 Special Freighter of Alenia Aeronavali stays put in Seattle waiting for the certification, due to the strike to the last of Boeing workers. The airplane was consigned to the... more
IndustryBoeing and the airlines together to accelerate development of avio biofuels
Seattle, Usa - Environmental groups applaud effort for the research of alternative solutions
"Boeing has, with leading air carriers and Honeywell's UOP, a refining technology developer, established a group to accelerate the development and commercialization of sustainable new aviation fuels. With... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica: L-3 Presents First Joint Cargo Aircraft to U.S. Army and Air Force
New York, Usa - A formal ceremony marking the first aircraft delivery will take place in October in Texas
"L-3 Communications, prime contractor for the U.S. Army and Air Force Joint Cargo Aircraft (JCA) program, announced yesterday that it has presented the first C-27J JCA to the joint program office on schedule... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica (2): C-27J "Spartan"
Rome, Italy - The aircraft has been chosen by different Armed Forces, among them the Italian one
"The C-27J Spartan, the only true new generation medium military airlifter, is a twin engine turboprop tactical transport aircraft with state-of-the-art technology, avionics, propulsion and systems; it... more
IndustryThe PIP solution by Boeing to increase British Airways' efficiency
Madrid, Spain - An Environmental Gain
"Boeing will provide a Performance Improvement Package for British Airways' 777 fleet that will result in a one percent fuel efficiency gain, along with the emission reductions that come with reduced fuel... more
IndustryLockheed Martin and Alenia Aeronautica sign contract for initial production of F-35 wings
Rome, Italy - For a total value of over USD 15 million
"Lockheed Martin and Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica company, have signed today the first contract starting Alenia Aeronautica’s production of the wings for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. The c... more
IndustrySpectraTime awarded EUR 4m contract to supply Rubidium Space clocks
Neuchâtel, Switzerland - To the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System
"SpectraTime, a company of the Orolia group, announced the award of a contract valued at approximately €4 million to supply Rubidium Space Clocks to the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (... more
IndustryBoeing: PIP's adoption by the European carriers reduces environmental impact
Madrid, Spain - Small changes, big fuel savings
"Since the beginning of 2008, seven airlines adopted The Boeing Company's new Performance Improvement Package (PIP) for their 777 fleets. The Performance Improvement Package, scheduled for an April 2009... more
IndustryFirst participation by Piaggio Aero at "Jet Expo", the international business aviation exhibition of Russian Federation
Genoa, Italy - The third edition held in Moscow in the last days
"Piaggio Aero P-180 Avanti II has been displayed at the third edition of 'JET EXPO 2008' the International Business Aviation Exhibition, held at Vnukovo 3 Airport and Crocus City Convention Centre, Moskow,... more
IndustryPratt & Whitney Canada establishes new parts distribution centre in Sydney, in Australia
Longueuil, Canada - To speed delivery times to customers in this region
"Pratt & Whitney Canada has established a new parts distribution centre (PDC) in Sydney, Australia to speed delivery times to customers in the Australia and New Zealand regions. P&WC's new PDC in Australia... more
IndustryAirbus: delivered first A-380 to Qantas
Toulouse, France - The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce's engines
"Australia’s flagship airline, Qantas, has received the first of 20 Airbus A-380s on order, at a ceremony in Toulouse, France. The Rolls-Royce powered aircraft was handed over to Qantas Chief Executive O... more
IndustryEmbraer: sale of the first 195 jet to Montenegro Airlines
São José dos Campos, Brazil - The Eastern European airline already operates a model under a leasing contract
"Embraer announced the sale of the first EMBRAER 195 jet to Montenegro Airlines. The agreement with the airline from the Republic of Montenegro also includes purchase rights for two more aircraft of the... more
IndustryF-35 on the promise to redefine national strategic capabilities
Washington, Usa - Originally conceived ideal of a tri-service combat aircraft
"A Lockheed Martin Joint Strike Fighter executive said that the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is living up to the originally conceived ideal of a tri-service combat aircraft that leverages stealth... more
IndustryAirbus: Air Caraibes launches the A-350/1000 airplane in Europe
Toulouse, France - The carrier has signed a MoU for three models
"French Caribbean carrier, Air Caraïbes, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for three A-350/1000 aircraft, and is with this purchase decision becoming the European launch customer for the largest... more
IndustryAirbus reaches agreement with GKN
Toulouse, France - For the cession of installations in Filton, Great Britain
"Airbus and GKN have signed an agreement for the cession of installations, for construction and assembly of wing's components in Airbus' facility, in Filton, Great Britain. The activities, on the base... more
IndustryEurofighter Typhoon: type acceptance for Tranche 2
Hallbergmoos, Germany - The main difference is the new suite of computers
"Following the successful flight tests and the full delivery of the associated documentation, Type Acceptance for Block 8 (Tranche 2) Eurofighter Typhoon weapon systems has been agreed between Eurofighter... more
IndustryBoeing completes acquisition of Insitu
St. Louis, USA - Together for the ScanEagle project
The Boeing Company has completed its acquisition of Insitu Inc., a pioneer in the unmanned air systems (UAS) market and leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-performance, low-cost UAS... more
IndustryAlenia Aeronautica unveils its new Test Centre in Turin-Caselle
Turin, Italy - The ceremony has taken place today
"Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica company, has inaugurated today in Turin-Caselle the new Ground Test Centre dedicated to testing and qualification of commercial and military aircraft. The ceremony has... more