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Fair and showsTina Tietjien the new Chairman of Air Transport Users Council
London, UK - Active by Monday 18 August
On Monday 18 August Tina Tietjien, currently President of the Women’s Royal Voluntary Service, is going to become the new Chairman of the Air Transport Users Council (AUC). It is the consumer watchdog f... more
Fair and showsIsraelis infuriate with an Alitalia's pilot who would have said: "Welcome in Palestine"
Tel Aviv, Israel - Italian air company 's trade Director in Tel Aviv intervened
"Pilot's comment has been lacking in sensibility in a day in which thousands of people go in the cemetaries", said Schiff Pines, Israeli Civil aviation spokesman, about the episode of an Alitalia pilot... more
Fair and showsThai Prime Minister flights an F-16 as co-pilot
Bangkok, Thailandia - It's the first time for a civilian
Sure he cannot still be compared to the Russian President, Vladimir Putin, who often has been seen while flying a Mig fighter, but the Prime Minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, has been the first Thai civilian... more
Fair and showsMil Director charged with illegal Turkish agreements
Moscow, Russia - He'd have concluded deals that should be under the sphere of a proper Russian Committee
Sure this war in Iraq has highlighted some tendencies of the western and Russian companies to carry out transactions with the Middle Eastern Countries that cannot be considered so trustworthy, some times... more
Fair and showsFemale pilot brings back her A-10 to the base in terrible conditions
Centcom, Qatar - It's the first time such a landing has been performed without hydraulic system
In the first (media) war of 21th century there is glory also for the fair sex, that operates more often in the firing line of the American Army, free of gender prejudices that still in Europe keep away... more
Fair and showsEurocopter: Fabrice Bregier new President of the industry
Marignane, France - He took the place of Jean-François Bigay
"On Wednesday 2 April 2003, as scheduled, Fabrice Brégier has officially taken over the duties of President of Eurocopter from Jean-François Bigay. Here below his curriculum vitae. Date of birth J... more
Fair and showsHe died Jean-Luc Legardère, king of the European aeronautic sector
Paris, France - He begun as engineer at Dassault
He died on Friday night aging 75 the French tycoon Jean-Luc Lagardere, to the head of a real financial empire that expanded both in the editorial and in the aeronautical field. Indeed since 30 years, after... more
Fair and showsBoeing appoints Stephen Barker as President of Boeing Realty Corp.
Chicago, Usa - He replaces Philip Cyburt
The Boeing company has appointed Stephen Barker as President of Boeing Realty Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that directs Boeing real estate strategies, acquisitions, dispositions, development... more
Fair and showsBoeing Senior Vice President of Communications leaves the company
Chicago, Usa - She worked in Boeing since 1999
Judith Muhlberg, Boeing Senior Vice President of communications, has decided to leave the company to spend more time with her family. "Judith has significantly increased the breadth and velocity of our... more
Fair and showsWho is Taieb Cherif appointed as Icao new Secretary General
Montreal, Canada - He takes the place of Claudio Costa Pereira
The Icao (International Civil Aviation Organization) has appointed Taieb Cherif as the new Secretary General of the organization for a three year term, beginning 1 August 2003 (as published by AVIONEWS... more
Fair and showsNigerian citizen blocked at Brussels airport with a ticket purchased with a false credit card
Brussels, Belgium - He has just used this system fifteen times
On March 1, the agency "Belga" declared that a Nigerian citizen, coming from Rome, has been stopped to Brussels airport with the accusation to have reserved the air ticket via Internet with a false credit... more
Fair and showsInternational Nuclear Security Center's Chief has been murdered in Moscow
Moscow, Russia - News has been reported by Russian press agency Itar-Tass
According to Itar-Tass, Russian press agency, the body without life of Sergei Bugayenko, General Manager of the International Nuclear Security Center, has been found yesterday in the evening by police,... more
Fair and showsDead the lawyer of air disaster victims' relatives
New York, Usa - Lee Kreindler pleaded the most important air cases
On February 19th, at the age of 78, lawyer Lee S. Kreindler, champion of the relatives of the most famous aircraft accident victims, died in New York. Son of art, his father was the lawyer who in 1952... more
Fair and showsNew top manager for Boeing
Washington, Usa - It is Gina De Simone
The air traffic management division of Boeing Corporation has named at the charge of Vice President of new enginnering and programs the madame, of Italian origin, Gina De Simone. She is present in the... more
Fair and showsSaab names its new president
Stockholm, Sweden - It is Ake Svensson
The administration board of Saab, in the last days, has named the new president of the firm. It is Ake Svensson, aged 51, that until the last days has been the chairman of the aerospace division of the... more
Fair and showsSaaf former pilot charged for coke smuggling
Johannesburg, South Africa - Now he could be facing a life sentence
If Frans Coetzee, South African citizen of 46 years old and Mirage former-pilot of the Saaf (South African Air Force), had to be guilty of the accusation of smuggling cocaine, he could be facing a life... more
Fair and showsThe Brazilian President in Switzerland with an airliner
Brasilia, Brasil – He will go to Davos world economic Forum without presidential airplane
"It’s better to give the example reducing the costs where it is possible". This is the statement of Inacio Lula from Silva’s spokesman, the Brazilian new President. He has justified the ex-labour leader’s choic... more
Fair and showsNew top manager for Boeing
Saint Louis, Usa - It is Darleen Druyun, with precedent experiences in Nasa and in Usaf
Boeing Corporation has named Darleen Druyun Deputy General Manager for the missile defense system, one of the business units of Boeing Integrated Defense System. She comes from the staff of USAF (United... more
Fair and showsComment of the President of the European Parliament to the robbery happened to him in Fiumicino airport
Rome, Italy - "C'est la vie"
After the robbery happened to him in the Roman airport of Fiumicino, happened the past January 2 and regarding a pair of round cuff links of a round shape made of gold 18k with 12 diamonds with the symbol... more
Fair and showsBoeing names a pro tempore new acquisition manager
Washington, Usa - He is Craig Saddler
Craig Saddler has been named pro tempore director of the Realty Corporation. He will enter at the place of Philip Cyburt who will resign officially his dismissals on January 17, 2003. The Realty Corporation... more
Fair and showsBoeing announces a new top manager
Washington, Usa - It is Michael Lewis
In the last days Boeing has announced a new top manager. It is Michael Lewis who will have the delicate charge of managing the Air Traffic Management (ATM), business unit of the Global Communication Navigation... more
Fair and showsEnglish pilot has been sentenced to 20 years of jail
London, Great Britain - He carryed 270 kg of cocaine
Christopher Barret-Jolley, an English pilot, has been sentenced, today, to 20 years of jail for drug pushing. In October 2001, Barret-Jolley was at the controls of a Boeing 707 cargo airliner, directed... more
Fair and showsBoeing expands its presence in European region
Brussels, Belgium - Named the new European VP of sales and VP of customer support
The Boeing Company has expanded its European presence with two recent executive appointments in the region. Marlin Dailey has been appointed vice president of European Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes,... more
Fair and showsConnexion by Boeing names Wyse director of deployment and installation
Seattle, Usa - The lady to be responsible for the planning and implementation of the SM service on aircraft
Connexion by Boeing, a business unit of The Boeing Company, has announced that Beverly Wyse, 40, has been named director of the newly formed Deployment and Installation organization. In her new role Wyse... more
Fair and showsFormer CNN correspondent joins Boeing Florida operations
St. Louis, Usa - Brian Nelson appointed director of communications
Brian Nelson, a former CNN correspondent and veteran anchor, has been appointed director of communications for The Boeing Company Florida operations based at Kennedy Space Center, Fla. In this position,... more
Fair and showsBoeing appoints new Integrated Defense Systems chief in UK
London, Uk - His name is Ian Thomas
The Boeing Company today announced the appointment of Ian Thomas to spearhead the operations of the company's new Integrated Defense Systems business in the UK. A USD 23bn business, Integrated Defense... more
Fair and showsNorthwest Airlines CFO Mickey Foret to Retire
St. Paul, Usa - Bernard Hahn returns to Northwest as New CFO
The Us air carrier Northwest Airlines today announced that Mickey Foret, executive vice president (EVP) and chief financial officer (CFO), and chairman and chief executive officer, Northwest Airlines Cargo... more
Fair and showsAmerican names Richardi Senior vice president-customer service
Forth Worth, Usa - Officer reassignments enhance new customer service team
American Airlines today named Ralph L. Richardi, 54, as Senior Vice President–Customer Services. Richardi, a 26-year veteran of American, has most recently served as Vice President–Operations Planning and... more
Fair and showsALPA's Chris Beebe named to US Airways board
Arlington, Usa - The first of three labour representatives to be included on the board
US Airways Group Inc. today announced that Captain Chris Beebe has been added to the board of directors. Beebe, chairman of US Airways' Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Master Executive Council (MEC),... more
Fair and showsBoeing selects Pennsylvania and names Krone to lead Army Systems
Washington, Usa - The USD 2bn worth unit of Boeing Integrated Defense Systems
The Boeing Company on last September 16 named Roger Krone, to lead Army Systems, a new unit of Boeing Integrated Defense Systems. This new global unit will have its headquarters in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.... more
Fair and showsGeorges Ben Harroche appointed as new Air France general manager for Italy
Rome, Italy - Starting from September 1
Georges Ben Harroche was appointed as new Air France general manager for Italy. He took the charge last September 1, replacing Antoine Pussiau, who was appointed sales manager for Africa and Middle East. Georges... more
Fair and showsUs Senate confirmed Mrs Blakey as FAA head
Washington, Usa - The lady who is already NTSB number one
Yesterday Us Senate confirmed 54-year old Marion Blakey as new head at the Federal Aviation Administration. Mrs Blakey, who is going to replace Jane Garvey, is also chairwoman of the National Transportation... more
Fair and showsBoeing names Maureen P. Cragin as new communications vice president in Washington
Washington, Usa - Former Department of Veterans Affairs assistant secretary
The Boeing Company has announced last Friday that Maureen P. Cragin has been named vice president of Communications for Boeing Washington, D.C. Operations. Cragin, 38, joins Boeing after serving as assistant... more
Fair and showsExpressJet named Thomas Schick as non-executive chairman of its board of directors
Houston, Usa - "We are fortunate"
Houston-based ExpressJet Holdings today announced the election of independent director Thomas E. Schick as non- executive chairman of its board of directors. Former Chairman Gordon Bethune will continue... more
Fair and showsPaul Anderson appointed non-executive Director of the Board of Qantas
Sydney, Australia - He will take up the position immediately
Qantas Chairman Margaret Jackson announced the appointment of Paul Anderson as a non-executive Director of the Board of Qantas Airways. Mr Anderson will fill a casual vacancy on the Qantas Board. Ms... more
Fair and showsUnited Airlines: Glenn F. Tilton is the new boss
Chicago, Usa - "I am proud to be joining the world-class team of men and women at United"
UAL Corporation, parent company of United Airlines, has announced yesterday that Glenn F. Tilton has been named Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer by unanimous vote of the Company’s Board o... more
Fair and showsJohn Travolta: a movie star across the sky (2): the press conference
Rome, Italy - "I used to spend every cent I earned in flight schools"
"I'am happy to be here today as air ambassador for Qantas Airlines". With these words, movie star John Travolta started the press conference held today in Rome at Ciampino International airport. "To me... more
Fair and showsWalters named vice president of the Southeast Asia division of Boeing
Chicago, Usa - "Asia is a vibrant, growing economic power"
The Boeing Company named, few days ago, Mr. Paul Walters as vice president of its Southeast division. Walters will be responsible for coordinating all company business activities in the countries of the... more
Fair and showsJohn Travolta: a movie star across the sky (3): Rome is the last European stop for "Spirit of Friendship"
Rome, Italy - The tour will cover 64.700 km touching down 13 capitals worldwide
"I decided to join this tour to spread out a message of friendship, to cross borders, to meet people and make new friends", John Travolta explained its decision to start the world tour Spirit of Friendship... more
Fair and showsJohn Travolta: a movie star across the sky
Rome, Italy - Today in Rome as a peace ambassador for Qantas
Wearing an impeccable pilot uniform, slightly fattened, the movie star John Travolta has kept today a press conference, organized by Qantas, at the Roman airport of Ciampino, as a peace ambassador.... more
Fair and showsJohn Travolta landed yesterday at Rome-Ciampino airport
Rome, Italy - As "ambassador for peace" for Qantas
The Hollywood star John Travolta, the famous protagonist of movies such as "Saturday night fever" and "Pulp Fiction" landed yesterday at the Roman airport of Ciampino. Previously forecast for last August... more
Fair and showsPrince Charles orders to his sons: "No planes for your holidays"
London, UK - The fear of new terroristic attacks induces Charles to forbidden flights to his sons
Prince Charles, after being advised by security responsibles, has asked William and Harry to absolutely avoid to use planes in the occasion of the first anniversary of September 11. The worry of new terroristic... more
Fair and showsKravchenko appointed president of Boeing - Russia
Chicago, Usa - Large investments of Boeing in the Russian aerospace industry
Boeing Company recently named Mr. Sergey Kravchenco president of Boeing - Russia/Cis. Mr. Kravchenco, whose appointment follows a 10-year career with Boeing Commercial Airplanes, will be responsible for... more
Fair and showsNew Security manager for Thales group
Paris, France - Pierre Pasinetti take over from Pierre Martinez
Pierre Pasinetti has been appointed Security manager for the Thales group as of 1st August 2002. He will take over from Pierre Martinez, 60, who has decided to continue his career outside of the Group.... more
Fair and showsJohn Travolta to land at Rome-Ciampino airport
Rome, Italy - In his mission as "ambassador for peace"
The Hollywood star John Travolta, the famous protagonist of movies such as "Saturday night fever" and "Pulp Fiction" will land at the Roman airport of Ciampino on next August 8. This time his arrival is... more
Fair and showsPope landed in Guatemala
Guatemala City, Guatemala - This time he got off the plane on an elevator
After taking part to the World day of youth, Pope Giovanni Paolo II landed today in Guatemala. This time, probably because tired by the trip, the pontiff used an elevator to get off the jet. After the... more
Fair and showsElisabeth II inaugurated the new terminal building at the John Lennon airport in Liverpool
Liverpool, Uk -At Yoko Ono's side
Her Majesty the Queen Elisabeth II inaugurated the new terminal building of the Liverpool airport named John Lennon as in honour of the unforgettable leader of the history's most known pop group, The Beatles.... more
Fair and showsBush to name new FAA's head
Washington, Usa - Marion Blakey will replace Jane Garvey
Today, United States' president George W. Bush will name the new head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Marion Blakey will officially replace former FAA chairman Jane Garvey. Mrs Blakey, who... more
Fair and showsZimbabwe's president forced a Harare-London flight to divert to Madrid
Madrid, Spain - To be able to catch a plane to Cuba
Over 200 passengers on board an Air Zimbabwe flight in service between Harare and London Gatwick, have been forced to an unexpected diversion to Madrid airport to allow President Robert Mugabe to join... more
Fair and showsSaddam Hussein's stepson arrested in Miami
Washington, Usa - He was trying to apply to a flying school
Mohamad Saffi, the 36 years stepson of the Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein, has been arrested in Miami as he was trying to enroll to a Floridian flying school, Aeroservice Aviation Center, without the necessary... more