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Latest newsThe good weather is coming back over the Iraqi skies, US 101st Division ready to attack
Baghdad, Iraq - An ideal situation for the next days
The meteorological situation in Iraq is going to standardize after that the sandstorms of the past days had characterized the conflict, hindering the advance of the ally troops and, above all, the possibility... more
DefenseRussia tests an intercontinental missile
Moscow, Russia - Is it a sign for the Usa?
It has been launched today from the base of Plisetsk towards the peninsula of Komchatka, the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that was powered by the powerful Topol rocket. The Russian military... more
HelicoptersHigh top level Enstrom managers resign their offices
Menominee, Usa - Too distant the positions with the company ownership
Because of incurable inner problems of communication the President and General Executive Manager, Steven Daniels, and Vice-President of the Enstrom Helicopter Corporation have left their positions. Daniels'... more
AccidentsA Twin Otter crashed on the eastern of Indonesia, perhaps 17 died
Jakarta, Indonesia - The rescues found three corpses
A Twin Otter airplane with 17 persons on board has crashed this morning on the eastern mountains of Indonesia, with much probability in the zone of Puncak Jaya. Difficult to know the causes of the disaster,... more
AccidentsAn Albania Airlines' Jakovlev 40 has leaded out Tirana's landing strip
Tirana, Albania - There are not wounded
An Albania Airlines' Jakovlev 40, of Bulgarian production, yesterday it has leaded outside landing strip, after landing to "Mother Theresa" Tirana's airport. Aircraft has finished running in the fields... more
Curiosities"French Toast" will not fly more on the Air Force One
Washington, Usa - It will be replaced by authartik "Freedom Toast"
"French Toast" has disappeared from menu of the Air Force One, Presidential American airplane. It will arrive the authartik "Freedom Toast". It's an other measure was born to eliminate every reference... more
Science and technology"Iraqi Freedom": Us cargos are landing in Bakrajo airport in Kurdistan
Paris, France - Landing strip activated by Kurdistan Patriotic Union
According to the French press agency France Press, several American cargo aircraft are landing in Bakrajo airport, 150 km in Northern of Harir. Landing strip has been activated by Kurdistan Patriotic Union.... more
Latest newsMcChord Air Base: from where the Us troops receive the supply
Washington, Usa - It's an amazing effort from part of the American war machine
McChord Air Force Base is surely one of the symbols of the American effort in the war in Iraq but, already in the previous conflict in Afghanistan, it had an important role. Indeed the Airlift Wing of... more
Defense"Iraqi Freedom": 1000 soldiers of 173th Air-transported Brigade open Northern front
Baghdad, Iraq - Commandos have come from Vicenza
"We are increasing our effectives in Iraq every day. We are increasing them in the Northern, we are increasing them in the Southern and we are increasing them also in the West", said Rumsfeld, after a... more
Civil aviationFAA AD on Saab model Saab SF-340A series airplanes
Washington, Usa - To prevent incidents of smoke or a burning smell in the cabin during flight caused by incorrect brush insulation in the motors of the air recirculation fans that provide air to the flight compartment and the passenger compartment
Airworthiness Directives Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. 2000-NM-420-AD; Amendment 39-13092; AD 2003-06-05] RIN... more
AccidentsA Patriot missile locks on another alley jet
Baghdad, Iraq - A F-16 launched its Harm missile in response
As more times remarked the ally troops continue to escape in order to avoid the friend fire that, according to the military declarations, are causing some losses, both in the air field and in the ground... more
Civil aviationFAA AD on Raytheon model Hawker 800XP and 800 airplanes
Washington, Usa - To prevent failure of certain attachment bolts due to manufacturing discrepancies, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane, and loss of system function for flaps, controls, and landing gear
Airworthiness Directives Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. 2001-NM-18-AD; Amendment 39-13093; AD 2003-06-06] RIN... more
Government actsThe European Commission authorises aid for the restructuring of the German airline Ltu
Rome, Italy - The situation of Ltu had become critical since the announcement of the bankruptcy of Swissair
"The European Commission authorised on March 19, 2003 aid for the restructuring of the Germany airline Ltu (Lufttransport Unternehmen GmbH). This aid will make it possible for the air company to contribute... more
Government actsThe European Commission accepts French scheme for compensation for airlines following September 11
Rome, Italy - The temporary compensation for the additional security costs does not constitute State aid
"The European Commission decided on March 19, 2003 that temporary compensation for the additional security costs incurred by Community airlines after September 11, 2001, does not constitute State aid.... more
Government actsThe European Commission proposes integrating the Egnos and Galileo programmes
Roma, Italia - The Egnos system demonstrates Europe's capability as regards offering a satellite radionavigation system
"The Commission has adopted on 20th March 2003 a proposal aimed at integrating the Egnos programme into the Galileo programme. As stressed by Loyola de Palacio, Commission Vice President, "the Egnos system... more
AirlinesVirgin Express posted EUR 0,4m 2002 net profit
Brussels, Belgium - They expect a loss for the first quarter of 2003
Virgin Express announced on Wednesday a EUR 0,4m 2002 net profit adding that it expected a seasonal loss in the first quarter turn into a profit in the second. In this way, total revenues rose to EUR... more
AirlinesMidwest Airlines launches a new service buy-onboard meal
Milwaukee, Usa - It's part of its cost reduction efforts
Midwest Airlines said it's partnering with LSG Sky Chefs to offer passengers the option of purchasing deli-style breakfast, lunch and dinner selections on its flights. The new In-Flight Cafe service takes... more
Science and technologyTwo suspects held for Davao airport bombing
Manila, Philippines - They belong to the separatist Milf
A local Mayor said he has in custody two suspected terrorists who were behind the March 4 bombing at Davao International Airport, and added that they belong to the separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front... more
Helicopters5 B-407s ordered by Med-Trans for Ems missions
Dakota, Usa - The company operates only with Bell aircraft
They have not been given yet the economic details but it has been formalized the agreement between Med-Trans Corporation and Bell Helicopter Textron for the supply from part of this last one of 5 B-407... more
AirlinesThe Swiss reduces the purchase of Embraer planes
Sao Paulo, Brazil - Embraer will render back money to Swiss already anticipated for the supply
Because of the crisis that for a long time hits the field (aggravated also by Iraqi war), the Swiss has reduced of the half, from 60 to 30, the purchase of Embraer 170 models and Embraer 195 ordered by... more
AirlinesSpanair and Sas improved flight connections to Spain from Scandinavian countries
Madrid, Spain - There will be flight every day of the week
This summer, improved flight connections will be offered to Spain from Sweden, Norway and Denmark. The airline Spanair, in cooperation with Sas, is establishing a number of new routes that will facilitate... more
AirportsThey parachuted in the Ocean to rescue a fisherman
Nova Scotia, Canada - Hercules and Labrador helicopter carried the mission
They have not hesitated to parachute in waters of the Ocean just off coasts of the Nova Scotia-Canada from a Hercules, the two rescuers who yesterday had received an emergency call from a fishing boat... more
DefenseFrance, Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg are going towards a tight Defense integration
Brussels, Belgium - Convened summit, but the European countries for Usa are excluded
Guy Verhofstadt, Belgian Pm, has announced that next April 29 the leaders of France, Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg will meet in order to discuss a European defense tight integration. A decision that,... more
PeopleFinancial aids could come from the war funds to save the Us aviation field
Washington, Usa - But the problem is not fixed with temporary measures
A financial recovery plan for the field of the American civil aviation could be included in the USD 74,7m package Bush president has asked the Conference yesterday in order to support war expenses. But... more
AirlinesBA boosts job and flies cuts
London, UK - The carrier would reduce the costs of GBP 650m
The war in Iraq is pushing the British Airways to speed up its plan of recovery for the next years and to anticipate therefore some measures such as the cuts to the staff and the operativity of its fleet... more
DefenseIndia tested missile for nuclear warhead
New Delhi, India - An action that could raise the irritation
According to official sources of the Indian Defense Ministry yesterday a surface-to-surface missile has been experimented, able also to transport nuclear warheads. The rocket, 8,5 meters of length is... more
Defense"Iraqi Freedom": Famous generals criticize Pentagon strategy
Washington, Usa - Clarks asks the urgent participation of 10th air-transported division
Famous generals criticize "Iraqi Freedom" strategy. According to Barry McCaffrey, Colin Powell's former assistant during the first Gulf War, Patrick Cordingley, commander of 7° brigade's Desert Rats in... more
AerospaceFirst European mission on the Moon will be introduced in Holland on next April 3
Paris, France - Smart-1 will inaugurate a new generation of space missions
It is called Smart-1 and will be officially introduced on next April 3 in Holland, in Noordwijk Esa center (European Space Agency), first European mission on the Moon. Smart-1 (Small mission for advances... more
AirlinesClose to conclusion the negotiation for the acquisition of Air Lib by Virgin Express
Paris, France - Misses an agreement on personnel
The Virgin Express Holdings, whose main branch is the airline low-cost Virgin Express, has confirmed the interest to the purchase of the French Air Lib. The owner of the British carrier said that the... more
Civil aviationFAA AD on CFM International (CFMI) CFM56-5C series turbofan engines
Washington, Usa - To prevent low cycle fatigue (LCF) failure of the high pressure turbine rotor (HPTR) front shaft, HPTR front air seal, and booster spool, which could result in an uncontained failure and damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directives Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. 95-ANE-64-AD; Amendment 39-13094; AD 97-09-02R2] RIN... more
DefenseNorth Korea is withdrawn from the liaison office for the regular talks with Un forces
Seoul, South Korea - North-Korean regimen threatens to destroy Japan
South Korean official sources have communicated that North Korea has announced is withdrawn from the liaison office for the regular talks with the Un force. The liaison office is the only directed stable... more
Civil aviationFAA AD on Hartzell Propeller Inc model HC- C2Y(K,R)-1BF/F8477-4 propellers
Washington, Usa - To prevent propeller blade separation, damage to the airplane, and possible loss of the airplane
Airworthiness Directives Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. 2001-NE-47-AD; Amendment 39-13089; AD 2003-06-02] RIN... more
AirlinesBritish Airways cancels 8 Concorde flights for New York since April 13
London, Great Britain - This decision re-launches the voices of BA crisis
The British Airways has announced that between 31 March and 13 April eight Concorde flights, that connect London to New York, will be cancelled. This decision re-launches the voices of British crisis... more
AirlinesDeutsche Post acquires Airborne
Frankfurt, Germany - The operation will be concluded within the summer
Deutsche Post will acquire the American operator Airborne, except its air transport activities, for USD 1,05bn. The German group said that, explaining that the operation will be carried out through the... more
AirlinesMea maintains regular air connections with Europe and Gulf
Beirut, Lebanon - This in spite of Iraq war and passengers decrease
The Libanese airline Mea is remained the only one to fly regularly in the Middle Eastern region, although the conflict in Iraq and the limits set up to the traffic for emergency reasons. The Beirut press... more
AerospaceShuttle will have a cargo future
Washington, USA - New shuttle is in arrival
Shuttles Atlantis, Discovery and Endeavour will fly for others 20 years, but they will take on board less astronauts, until being declasses unmanned cargo. General Michael Kostelnik, Nasa's Manager, has... more
AirlinesEuropean Commission relaxes airline aid rules
Brussels, Belgium - It will turn a blind eye to all kinds of aid if situation deteriorates
The European Commission signalled that it was ready to relax state aid rules and allow the government to offer financial help British airlines struggling to cope with a war prompted downturn. Altough... more
SecurityEsa's 'Zero-G' Airbus A-300 is starting to escape gravity's grip
Paris, France - Plane will take off from Bordeaux-Merignac
This 'Zero-G' Airbus A-300 parked in Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is really a laboratory with wings. Within a week a dozen scientific teams will be aboard it as it thrusts skyward, then free-falls and in... more
AirlinesSigned an agreement between Swiss and Finnair
Brussels, Belgium - It will be necessary the European Commission placet
The Swiss and the Finnair (Finnish airline)signed today a cooperation agreement. Based on this understanding, the two carriers will strengthen and will diversify their collaboration in various fields. For... more
Latest newsAfter Academy rape scandal, Usaf leaders are in risk
Washington, Usa - Beyond 39 officials risk the place
Hilary Clinton, American Senator and ex-Us first lady, announced Measures against Usaf high officials, that have not made nothing in order to stop the rapes in Academy. Are about 39 officials and among... more
Civil aviationFAA AD on Bombardier model CL-600-2B19 airplanes
Washington, Usa - To prevent the inability of a passenger to open and dispose of the overwing emergency exit door during an emergency evacuation due to incorrect placards
Airworthiness Directives Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. 2002-NM-100-AD; Amendment 39-13070; AD 2003-04-21 R1] RIN... more
Defense"Iraqi Freedom": Iraqis accuse Americans to have bombed an open-air market
Baghdad, Iraq - Dozens of civilians among the casualties
According to Iraqi official sources during an ally bombing of little ago some missiles would have fallen over a crowded open-air market in the part north of Baghdad, and there would be dozens of civilian... more
Science and technologyJapan asks the Usa to review the controll of the airspace over Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan - It's needed to increase the operativity of Haneda airport
The Japanese Infrastructures and Transport Minister will formally ask the American government to reconsider the "borders" of the airspace over Tokyo, that allows the American air forces to have an important... more
AccidentsAn US Cessna crashed with three Defense men in Colombia
Bogota, Colombia - No details available from Pentagon
It crashed yesterday in Colombia a Cessna with three men of the American Defense, in the province of Caqueta, while it was performing searches on the territory in order to find out the other three Americans... more
IndustryF-117 program awarded as the best industrial project
Washington, Usa - Shingo prize was the important acknowledgment
The F-117A Nighthawk program, the invisible bomber produced by Lockheed Martin widely used in these days fot the strafings over Baghdad, has received the prestigious prize "Shingo for Excellence in Manufacturing"... more
IndustryGeneral Electric Aircraft Engine awarded of a over 38 USDm contract
Usa
General Electric Aircraft Engine, General Electric Co., Lynn, Mass., is being awarded a $38,192,154 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-priced contract (N00019-02-C-3021) to exercise an option... more
IndustryBell Helicopter Textron Inc awarded of a near 17 USDm contract
Usa
Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, was awarded on March 21, 2003, a delivery order amount of $16,882,288 as part of a $50,313,793 firm-fixed-price contract for 22 Kiowa Warrior aircraft.... more
IndustryAil Systems awarded of a 80 USDm contract
Usa
AIL Systems Inc., Corporation-Electronic Systems Group, Deer Park, N.Y., is being awarded an $80,000,000 cost plus fixed fee, firm fixed prices contract to provide sustaining engineering services support... more
IndustryRaytheon awarded of a near 100 USDm contract
Usa
Raytheon Co., Tucson, Ariz., is being awarded a $98,803,253 firm fixed price contract modification to exercise an option as a separate contract to include 206 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles... more
IndustryAlso Raytheon is worrying for the future
Washington, Usa - It's eying to USD 1,75bn cuts
Also Raytheon, important defense and aerospace systems supplier, is experiencing a moment not so happy, especially in the field of the civil aviation. Indeed, in a report of last Monday, it's specified... more