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AirlinesInaugural Praetor 600E delivered to fleet launch customer Flexjet
As part of the USD $7bn agreement announced in February 2025 - PHOTO GALLERY
Embraer today announced the delivery of the first Praetor 600E to Flexjet, making the company the fleet launch customer for Embraer's next-generation super-midsize jet. The model was unveiled alongside... more
AerospaceLeonardo: to help shape Europe's future sovereign Earth observation capability
The industry has been awarded by the ESA a fully funded contract
Leonardo has been awarded by the European Space Agency (ESA) a fully funded contract to define the architecture of the future EU Earth Observation Governmental Service (EOGS), a key capability designed... more
AirlinesAviogei strengthens its international network at GSE Expo Europe
In Lisbon, the industry reinforces contacts and prospects for electric and connected GSE
The international trade fair GSE Expo Europe (see AVIONEWS) has concluded in Lisbon (held at FIL from 15 to 17 September 2026), and the participation of Aviogei confirmed the Italian company's position... more
Aerospacee-Geos and iQPS: collaboration on SAR-based geospatial intelligence
The announcement comes as the global Space industry gathers for "World Space Business Week", in Paris
e-GEOS, a company owned by the Italian Space Agency (20%) and Telespazio (80%), part of the Leonardo Group, and Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space Inc. (iQPS), have launched a multi-year collaboration... more
DefenseAviogei (2): strategic GSE for Defense and Global Aeronautical Programs
From F-35 aircraft maintenance to NATO Logistics: the Operational Value of Italian GSE
In the military and defence sector, Aviogei (specialising in the design and manufacture of airport ground support equipment, or GSE) has counted a number of institutional customers, aerospace manufacturers... more
AirlinesAviogei accelerates the electrification of Ground Support Equipment
In Lisbon, next-generation connected solutions for inclusive and safe airport handling
At the “GSE Expo Europe” international exhibition in Lisbon (at FIL, from September 15 to 17, with AVIONEWS at the event), the historic Italian manufacturer Aviogei, founded by Franco Cesarini, is focu... more
AerospaceSentinel and Flex (2): VV30 mission, Vega C second launch operated by Avio
Satellites were released an altitude of about 810 km; duration of the launch 116 minutes
On September 14th at 10.21 PM Kourou time (01.21 UTC; 03.21 AM CEST on September 15th), Avio successfully launched the Copernicus Sentinel-3C satellite for the European Commission within the scope of a... more
AirportsLeonardo to deliver baggage handling system for International Airport in Madina
The MBHS Cross Belt Sorter technology enters in KSA's market for the first time
Through a strategic partnership with MAFA and BELTCON, supporting the expansion of one of the Kingdom's most important aviation gateways more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space: Copernicus Sentinel-3C and Earth Explorer FLEX launched
Two satellites, one mission: protecting our planet
The Copernicus Sentinel-3C and Earth Explorer FLEX satellites, for which Thales Alenia Space – the joint company between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%) – is prime contractor, were successfully launched abo... more
Finance and economyLeonardo recognized by Extel as “Rising IR Program” among Large Caps
Analysts’ positive assessment supported by the growth recorded by the Group’s key financial indicators
Leonardo has been recognized and awarded the “Rising IR Program” in the Large Caps category in Italy, according to the 2026 Extel Survey, one of the most widely recognized benchmarks in the industry. The Exte... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space: contrac to build NigComSat-2A satellite
Its expected operational in-orbit service life exceeds 15 years
Thales Alenia Space, a joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with Nigeria’s government-owned NIGCOMSAT Ltd to develop a new telecommunications satellite operating f... more
Civil aviationNBAA commends departing COO Chris Rocheleau for his strategic leadership
His new role as CEO of Airports Council International North America
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) thanked yesterday Chief Operating Officer (COO) Chris Rocheleau for his service to NBAA, as he departs for a new role as Chief Executive Officer of the... more
Civil aviationICAO, honouring the victims of 9/11 (2): a global commitment to making aviation safer
Toshiyuki Onuma, President of Council, and Juan Carlos Salazar, Secretary General
Toshiyuki Onuma, President of the ICAO Council and Juan Carlos Salazar, ICAO Secretary General, communicate in a joint statement that: "We must honour the victims of the 9/11 attacks –the 2,977 innoc... more
AerospaceAvio SpA: BoD approves first half 2026 results
Highlights, economic and financial data, guidance 2026 confirmed
The Board of Directors of Avio SpA yesterday reviewed and approved the first half 2026 resultsHighlightsNet Revenues and EBITDA recorded double-digit growth on a half-year basis for the fourth consecutive... more
AerospaceAirbus starts the development of IRIS satellites on behalf of Eutelsat
The signature took place in the frame of the "International Space Summit"
Airbus Defence and Space has signed the initial contract for the design and build of the first layer of satellites for Europe’s sovereign IRIS constellation. Eutelsat, responsible in the SpaceRISE consortium f... more
AerospaceEutelsat orders 229 additional OneWeb satellites
During the "International Space Summit"
During the "International Space Summit" (September 9-10) yesterday, in Paris, and in the presence of Philippe Baptiste, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Space for France, Eutelsat has ordered... more
Civil aviationFrench Armed Forces order U050 Capa-X drone
Delivery of the systems is scheduled for 2027
The French Aeronautical Maintenance Directorate (DMAé) has placed an additional order with Airbus Helicopters following the successful evaluation of an initial U050 Capa-X system acquired at the end of... more
AirportsItalian Republic President Mattarella: statement to commemorate the 25th anniversary of air attacks on 11/9
"That day deeply touched all feelings of humanity"
The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, released the following statement: "The painful memory of the terrorist attacks on the United States on the 11th of September 2001 remains etched... more
AirportsACI EUROPE addresses key challenges in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo will host Aviation Security Committee in 2027
ACI EUROPE yesterday called for decisive policy action to safeguard the continued and sustainable development of air connectivity in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as the country progresses towards deeper integration... more
DefenseGCAP Electronics Evolution: contract to deliver sensing and communications capability to NG fighter aircraft
The consortium will deliver information superiority for the future complex and contested airspace
A new contract has been awarded to the companies of the GCAP Electronics Evolution (G2E) consortium –the international collaboration between the national defence electronics champions for Italy, Japan a... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space to provide digital payloads for 330 satellites
For telecommunications Iris 2 in Low Earth Orbit
Thales Alenia Space, the joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), announces today it has signed a Letter of Agreement with Eutelsat to provide the governmental payloads dedicated to the 330... more
Civil aviationIATA: P&W Canada's contract changes are a step towards an improved engine aftermarket
They are limited to used parts for its PT6 and PW100-series turboprops
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed changes by Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) to contractual terms that had raised competition concerns in the market for used engine parts.The changes... more
AirlinesSITA launches a new border processing solution
Today, more is known about a traveler before they board a flight than at any point in history - PHOTO GALLERY
The future of border control no longer has to happen at the border. SITA today launched Border Flow Lane, a new border processing solution that turns border control from a stop-and-check process into... more
Civil aviationStefano Villanti appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters
Effective today
Effective today, Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters. He brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Le... more
AirportsFraport Brasil Aeroporto de Fortaleza assumes operations at Jericoacoara
Concession runs until 2047
Fraport Brasil Aeroporto de Fortaleza, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport AG and operator of Fortaleza Airport (FOR), has officially assumed operations of Jericoacoara Airport (JJD) in northeastern Brazil.... more
AirlinesFourth IATA World Sustainability Symposium in Brussels in October
As air transport faces critical decarbonization policy decisions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the fourth World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Brussels, Belgium, on 13-14 October 2026. Bringing together leaders from aviation, energy,... more
DefenseFirst serial production contract for the Centauro II signed for the Brazilian Army
The vehicle already adopted by the Italian Army which has placed orders for 150 units - PHOTO
Leonardo, through the CIO Consortium (IDV – OTO Melara), has signed an initial serial production contract with the Brazilian Army within the framework of Programa Estratégico Forças Blindadas, for the... more
Civil aviationItalian ANSV: study of incidents involving passengers falling from the stairs of Ryanair-operated B-737 aircraft
The document is divided into eleven chapters and includes photographs and figures – ATTACHMENT
ANSV, the Italian Flight Safety Agency, announces that it has published a new document today on its official website.This document specifically concerns: Study on occurrences involving passengers falling... more
Civil aviationPhenom 300EV aircraft secures triple certification
Deliveries are expected to begin in 2028
Embraer today announced that the Phenom 300EV has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC — Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),... more
CargoIATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) in September
Turning expertise into improved operations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 IATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) will focus on practical ways to improve day-to-day air cargo operations through global standards,... more
AirlinesWillie Walsh took charge as Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo
He will lead the airline’s next phase of growth
IndiGo announced that Willie Walsh has assumed charge as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the airline’s next era of growth and global ambition. The carrier had announced his appointment as its n... more
Latest newsAttack on Krasnodar: drones strike a logistics hub and a childcare center
Air raids in southern Russia cause civilian casualties, leaving two children dead
On the thirty-fifth anniversary of Ukrainian independence, August 24, 2026, a drone attack in the Russian city of Krasnodar tragically resulted in the deaths of two children inside a childcare facility,... more
AirlinesA turbulent August for Ryanair: from the Thessaloniki incident to the 262-pilot lawsuit
Safety scrutiny and employment litigation intensify pressure on the carrier
The serious Thessaloniki incident has reopened technical questions surrounding the Boeing 737 NG. Meanwhile, hundreds of pilots are challenging the contractor model before a London court. Two separate... more
AirlinesFiumicino, €9 Billion Plan: new runway by 2033
AdR focuses on capacity, renewal and accessibility to support the airport’s growth
A total investment of €9 billion, entirely without public funding, to strengthen the capacity of the “Leonardo da Vinci” airport and upgrade its facilities: this is the sustainable development programme outli... more
AirlinesITA Airways launches Self-Supply Fuel Procurement Model at its Fiumicino Hub
The airline becomes the first in Italy to take on the role of "Fuel Trader"
ITA Airways today announced the launch of its new Self-Supply fuel procurement model at its Rome-Fiumicino hub, marking a strategic transformation in the management of its Jet Fuel supply chain — the f... more
Civil defenseChina-US trade war: Beijing restricts drone exports
Asia's counter-response to American sanctions on humanoid robots
On August 5, 2026, Beijing's Ministry of Commerce announced a series of formal countermeasures against the United States, imposing stringent export restrictions on drones, key components, and flight technologies... more
AirportsFoiled attack on Ukrainian cargo plane in Leipzig: explosive drone seized
The discovery at the German airport raises alarm over the security of strategic freight carriers
On August 5, 2026, German security forces and NATO spokespersons confirmed the seizure of a drone equipped with a detonator and unexploded ordnance, discovered right beside a Ukrainian cargo aircraft parked... more
Civil aviationColombia purchases the KC-390 "Millennium" aircraft
First Latin American Nation beyond Brazil to acquire it and the 13th country worldwide
Embraer announced yesterday that the Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana (FAC) has signed a contract for the acquisition of two KC-390 "Millennium" multi-mission aircraft. It also includes mission equipment,... more
AerospaceLeonardo: BoD examined and approved the results for the first half 2026
It showed further significant growth of the Group - ATTACHMENT
Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Francesco Macrì, examined and unanimously approved the results for the first half 2026. The highlights: Order Backlog rises to... more
HelicoptersFirst NH-90 helicopter designed for special operations delivered to France
The Country has ordered a total of 18 units that will be delivered by mid 2029
Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first NH-90 Standard 2 to the French Armament General Directorate (DGA). This new variant of the NH-90 TTH was designed specifically for special operations.... more
AerospaceAvio to launch Copernicus Sentinel 3C and Flex satellites
Next September on Vega C
On September 14th at 10:21 PM Kourou time (01.21 UTC; 03.21 AM CEST on September 15th), Avio will launch two Earth observation satellites: the Sentinel-3C of the Copernicus programme for the European Commission... more
AirportsSingapore selects Thales for next-generation AI-powered ATM system
Serving one of Asia’s busiest airspaces
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has awarded Thales a landmark contract to develop a new NexGen Air Traffic Management System (ATMS) and air traffic control radars, marking a major step... more
Civil aviationLeonardo is expanding in the US with the acquisition of Raft
Signed a definitive agreement for USD 450 million
Leonardo DRS, Leonardo’s (71.38% held) US listed subsidiary, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Raft in an all-cash transaction valued at $ 450 million. The acquisition adds to Leonardo DRS n... more
AerospaceTelespazio inaugurates a new S/X-band satellite antenna in the Azores
Expanding its international network of ground stations
Telespazio, a Leonardo Group company, has successfully completed the installation of a new proprietary S/X-band satellite antenna on the island of Santa Maria, in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores... more
AirlinesItalian Ansv: final report on serious incident to B-737/8/200 aircraft in 2024
Registration marks EI-IGI, at Caravaggio Airport, Bergamo-Orio al Serio, on 1 October - ATTACHMENT
The ANSV (Italian Flight Safety Agency) communicates that a new document has been published on its website.It is about:the final report on serious incident occurred to the B-737/8/200 aircraft, registration... more
AccidentsICAO analysis reveals major priorities for air transport safety
Fewer accidents in 2025, but more lives lost - ATTACHMENT
Airlines flew more people than ever in 2025 –nearly 5 billion passengers– with fewer accidents than the year before, according to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) just-released globa... more
Civil aviationIATA Board appoints Saadia Zahidi as Director General
From next November 1st, ninth DG and first woman in this position
Willie Walsh, its current Director General, will conclude his duties on 31 July 2026. The IATA BoD has appointed Sandrine Le Borgne, IATA’s Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President for Corporate Services, as Interim Director General for the intervening period more
AirlinesITA Airways launches Innovative Mixed Virtual Reality Training
A high-fidelity robotic arm enhances realism and immersion
ITA Airways announces the adoption of an innovative mixed virtual reality training device that will replace the traditional physical doors used for cabin crew training.The new system uses a programmable... more
AirlinesThe aerospace sector is focusing on blockchain: MA Group's breakthrough in Farnborough
The first cryptographic digital identity for traceability has been presented
The aerospace industry is accelerating the digital transition and advanced security of production processes. At the "Farnborough International Airshow" (July 20-24), Magnaghi Aerospace Group (MA Group)... more
AerospaceThales reports its 2026 half-year results
BoD met yesterday to review the financial statements
Thales’ Board of Directors met on July 22, 2026 to review the financial statements for the first half of 2026.The highlights are: Strong commercial momentum, with order intake of €12.5 billion, up 21%... more