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AirlinesAir India inaugurates today the daily direct flights from Italy
Rome, Italy - Served by a B-787 Dreamliner
Air India today started operations of its direct flight between India and Italy. The airline will operate flights from Delhi to Rome (Fiumicino, "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport) and Milan (Malpensa Airport).... more
AccidentsAccident for a Ryanair aircraft at Rome-Ciampino Airport: who's to blame?
Rome, Italy - A criminal investigation has been started
A criminal investigation is ongoing to ascertain the responsibility of the accident which on Wednesday 4 June 2014 involved a Ryanair aircraft which was parked at Rome-Ciampino Airport with no passengers... more
AirlinesQantas goes on with its cuts plan: the company has a surplus of 223 pilots
Sydney, Australia - The Australian carrier wants to achieve savings for 1.3 billion Euros through the next three years
Qantas is going on with the implementation of its massive restructuring plan, and announced that 223 Boeing 767 and 747 pilots will be surplus to requirements by the end of June as part of the 5000 job-cut... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Alitalia-Etihad talks: the bank tangle must be solved
Rome, Italy - Popolare di Sondrio is opposing to the debt restructuring
Today, Friday 6 June 2014, a meeting of Alitalia's board of directors is scheduled, which is considered a very important milestone towards the agreement with Etihad Airways for the entry of the Abu Dhabi-based... more
Civil defenseINAER: two Canadair airplanes participate at the "Prometheus 2014" exercise in Greece
Rome, Italy - The CL-415 deployed on Elefsis base from June 1 to 3
INAER, following to the activation by Civil Defence Department, partner of the European project led by the Greek Authorities (General Secretariat of Civil Protection), that predicts the participation at... more
Report"Mare Nostrum" operation: over 2500 migrants rescued in less 24 hours from all the Italian Navy's ships
Rome, Italy - "San Giorgio", "Orione", "Scirocco", "Sfinge", "Bergamini" engaged to help 17 boats
All ships of the Italian Navy in the "Mare Nostrum" operation have been committed from yesterday to rescue 17 boats of migrants coming from the North-African coasts helping over 2500 migrants, a number... more
AirlinesAircraft and airlines. Aer Lingus' union: "The management has not made reasonable proposals to date"
Dublin, Ireland - The risk of a new strike remains high
Aer Lingus' top management and IMPACT, the union which represents the workers of the oldest irish carrier, are involved in a difficult negotiation regarding the rosters, a very thorny issue which a few... more
Press releaseAmnesty International asks to JHA to turn the tide on the EU's approach to migration
Rome, Italy - “Italy’s efforts through the 'Mare Nostrum' operation should be applauded". “But they cannot be left to carry out this life-saving work alone"
As European Union (EU) Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) ministers gather in Luxembourg on 5 and 6 June, Amnesty International is urgently calling on them to put the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport. "Brazil 2014": LATAM employees threaten to strike ahead of the "World Cup"
Santiago, Chile - Maintenance workers want higher wages and easier shifts
The employees of LATAM, one of the main South-American carriers, are threatening to stage a strike during the upcoming days: the industrial action could have really serious consequences in the aviation... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters delivers three EC-225s to Milestone Aviation Group
Marignane, France - For African oil and gas operations by SonAir
The worldwide fleet of EC-225 helicopters that perform heli-lift duties for oil and gas operators increased by three with Airbus Helicopters’ triple delivery of workhorse rotorcraft acquired by Milestone A... more
AerospaceNASA postpones once again the departure of its "Flying saucer"
Kauai, USA - New opportunity on June 7
NASA has once again decided to postpone the launch of its LDSD (Low Density Supersonic Decelerator) test vehicle because of adverse weather conditions. The departure of the flying saucer-shaped for... more
IndustryThales Alenia Space to build a joint satellite for Inmarsat and Hellas-Sat
Rome, Italy - The industry, as program prime-contractor, is in charge of its design, production, testing and ODG
Thales Alenia Space announced today that it will construct a powerful telecommunications condominium satellite, Inmarsat S–Europasat/Hellas-Sat 3, for Inmarsat and Hellas-Sat. The satellite will provide M... more
AccidentsAccident in California for a USAF aircraft
Imperial, USA - The pilot managed to eject and land safely
An aircraft of the United States Air Force (USAF) was involved in an accident in the afternoon of Wednesday 4 June 2014 (the night between Wednesday and Thursday GMT/UTC) in Imperial, a small city in Southern... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Alitalia-Etihad: it's up to the shareholders
Rome, Italy - Lupi ensures Brussels that "The ownership will remain in European hands"
The talks between Alitalia and Etihad Airways for the entry of the Abu Dhabi-based company in the ownership structure of the main Italian carrier are going towards their conclusion. The letter of intents... more
Fair and showsAirbus Helicopters: the new EC-145T2’s EMS configuration debuts at the "AIRMED World Congress"
Marignane, France - The industry presents its latest innovative solutions for medical emergency services operators
As one of the main helicopter manufacturers in helicopter emergency medical services – with a 60 percent market share– Airbus Helicopters is introducing its evolved EC-145T2 rotorcraft in the helicopter eme... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Alitalia-Etihad agreement: public authorities against Milan-Malpensa's downsizing
Milan, Italy - The Governor of Region Lombardy: "Those who think to reduce the flights will face our hostility"
The conclusion of the agreement between Alitalia and Etihad Airways for the entry of the Abu Dhabi-based company in the ownership structure of the main Italian carrier seems to be really close, considering... more
Civil aviationACI Europe: passenger traffic up 8% at airports during April
Brussels, Belgium - Aircraft movements for the whole of Europe reported grew by +2.0%
European airport trade body, ACI EUROPE today released its traffic results for the month of April across the European airport network, revealing an impressive year-on year increase of +8.0% in passenger... more
HelicoptersRobinson: Canada certifies R-66 Police helicopter
Torrance, Usa - The model meets the latest FAA crashworthiness regulations
On May 26, 2014, Robinson Helicopter Company received Transport Canada’s certification for the R-66 Turbine Police Helicopter. Robinson’s R-66 Police model is specially configured for law enforcement and... more
Military aviationUSA admit Russian fighter flew close to US' aircraft over Pacific Ocean
Washington, USA - The incident, which occurred in late April, called "One of the most dangerous in decades"
On April 23 a Russian fighter flew really close to the nose of an aircraft of the United States Air Force over the Pacific Ocean: the incident was communicated by an official of the US' Ministry foe Defence. Pentagon... more
SecurityUSA: FBI expands campaign against pointing lasers at aircraft
Washington, USA - "The program we launched in February has been effective"
The episodes of lasers pointed at aircraft are unfortunately widespread occurrences worldwide, and really often it is really hard to identify the persons who are guilty of this kind of behaviour. After... more
IndustrySelex ES (Finmeccanica): Cyber Security Centre of excellence is inaugurated
Rome, Italy - In Chieti (Italy), in the preence of the Minister of the Interior
This morning, Selex ES (a Finmeccanica company) inaugurated the company’s new Cyber Security Centre of Excellence in Chieti, Italy, in the presence of the Minister of the Interior Hon Angelino Alfano. T... more
IndustryAirbus: first passengers experience A-350XWB airplane (VIDEO)
Toulouse, France - Cabin crews of the airlines and employees of the industry on board
The A-350 XWB MSN2 airplane completed successfully the “Early Long Flight” campaign involving two flights with passengers operated consecutively by Air France and Lufthansa cabin crews on June 2nd and... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport. Montezemolo to be Chairman of the new Alitalia?
Rome, Italy - Silvano Cassano is the favourite to replace Del Torchio as Chief Executive Officer
The new Alitalia, which will take off after the entry in the ownership structure of Etihad Airways, is starting to be outlined. According to "Il Sole 24 Ore" the letter of intents with which the Abu Dhabi-based... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. Industry celebrates its centennial in the black
Doha, Qatar - Profitability weak but still making major economic contribution
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the Economic Performance of the Airline Industry report outlining how air transport is adding value for consumers, the wider economy, governments,... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. Qatar Airways and Hamad Airport to pilot innovative solutions for improved passenger experience and enhanced security
Doha, Qatar - The airline was given the Fast Travel Green Award
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed and recognized the participation of Qatar Airways and the newly opened Hamad International Airport, Doha, in two key industry programs that enhance... more
IndustryFirst ATR-72/600 aircraft for Fiji Link
Toulouse, France - The acquisition of the new airplane is as part of airline's dynamic expansion plan
The domestic and regional subsidiary of Fiji Airways, Fiji Link took delivery of its first brand new ATR-72/600 on operating lease from Singapore-based aircraft leasing company Avation PLC. The acquisition... more
Fair and showsAircraft and transport. IATA (6), three New Distribution Capability (NDC) programs announced
Doha, Qatar - The use of common technical standards could facilitate the marketplace development of distribution practices and channels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced three new pilot programs to test the New Distribution Capability (NDC) schemas. Pilot participants include airlines such as Aeroflot, Aer Lingus... more
Fair and showsIATA (5). AGM runs out today. Tony Tyler. "The Gulf region's airports are among the best in the world"
Doha, Qatar - The meeting was also an opportunity to celebrate the 100th anniversary of scheduled commercial aviation
"The airline industry is thriving and the Gulf region's airports are among the best in the world", International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Director General and CEO Tony Tyler said in occasion... more
ConferencesIATA (4): industry addressing aircraft tracking options
Doha, Qatar - Following the disappearance of MH370 flight by Malaysia Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) confirmed that the Aircraft Tracking Task Force (ATTF) expects to be in a position to deliver draft options for enhanced global aircraft tracking to the... more
ConferencesIATA (2): airline leaders will assemble in Miami in June 2015
Doha, Qatar - American Airlines, FedEx Express, UPS, A4A to co-host 71st AGM
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that American Airlines, FedEx Express and UPS will host the "71st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit" in conjunction... more
Civil aviationIATA members set out steps needed to tackle problem of unruly passengers aboard aircraft
Doha, Qatar - "Everybody on board is entitled to enjoy a journey free from abusive or other unacceptable behavior", Tony Tyler explained
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) 70th Annual General Meeting (AGM) unanimously adopted a resolution that calls on governments and industry to work together on a balanced package of measures... more
AirportsPisa airport. Commune's appeal rejected:Toscana Region can sell its shares
Florence, Italy - According to the magistrate, the subscription to the Eurnekian's bid "It's not a violation"
Toscana Region can sell its shares held in Sat, the company which manages Pisa airport. That's the decision taken by the Tribunal of enterprises which rejected, today June 3, the appeal presented by... more
ConferencesAircraft and transport. Rovinescu (Air Canada) new IATA Chairman of the Board of Governors (3)
Doha, Qatar - He succeeds Richard H.Anderson CEO of Delta Airlines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Calin Rovinescu, President and CEO of Air Canada, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors for a one-year term,... more
Science and technologyA successful first flight for Solar Impulse 2 airplane (VIDEO)
Payerne, Switzerland - After a 2h 17 minute flight duration
Solar Impulse 2, the solar aircraft of Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, yesterday carried out its first flight out of the Payerne aerodrome in Switzerland. The revolutionary single-seater aircraft,... more
OccurrencesFlight Turin-Naples; ice on the aircraft's wing: the pilot under investigation
Turin, Italy - The fact dated back to the last year, February 13, was reported by a passenger
An Alitalia aircraft to Naples travelled with an ice patch on the wing. This is the reason why the Turin's (where the airplane came from) prosecutor have been investigating one of the pilots, accused of... more
AirlinesEmirates ready to take deliver of new-engined A-380s by the end of the decade, but Boeing tries to sneak in
Doha, Qatar - The US' company is offering its 747/8Is
In the long-haul aircraft sector, Emirates is probably the company which has the highest appeal for plane manufacturers, given its very quick expansion and the growth of its Dubai hub. And Emirates' hunger... more
PeoplePiaggio America president and CEO John M. Bingham to move from Piaggio Aero
West Palm Beach, Usa - Giuliano Felten has been appointed President and CEO of Piaggio America Inc
Piaggio Aero Industries, the company active in the design, manufacturing , and maintenance of both aircraft and aero engines, announced that Piaggio America President and CEO John M. Bingham, and also... more
DefenseItaly calls for internationalisation of dispute over sailors detained in India
Rome, Italy - Following to the request made at the opening of the works by the Italian delegation
The return of two Italian sailors deployed as part of a counter-piracy mission and who remain detained in India following the death of two fishermen there must become an international, and not just a bilateral,... more
AerospaceFirst launch of NASA's flight saucer postponed (VIDEO)
Kauai, USA - New opportunity on June 5
NASA, the American space agency, decided to postpone the launch of its LDSD (Low Density Supersonic Decelerator) test vehicle, which was initially scheduled for today, Tuesday 3 June 2014, because of adverse... more
IndustryAirbus: Delta places order for 15 A-321ceo aircraft
Toulouse, France - With CFM56-5B engines by CFM International
Delta will grow its A-320 Family with an order for 15 A-321ceo (current engine option) aircraft to offset jet retirements. The airline has selected CFM56-5B engines from CFM International to power the... more
Press releaseAircraft and airlines. SkyTeam records growth in member collaboration
Doha, Qatar - The alliance enhances customer experience through improved connectivity and airport services
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, projects an increase of 18% in membership cooperation for the year 2014. The increase is the result of more codeshares and bilateral agreements amongst its member... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Alitalia: on Friday the board will give its response to Etihad
Rome, Italy - Opening towards the agreement also from Air France-KLM
The long wait is over: on June 1st Etihad and Alitalia issued a joint statement to communicate the mutual intention to go on with the "Marriage" between the two carriers. According to "Il Sole 24 Ore"... more
AirportsPisa airport. Corporacion America Italia extends the bid to June 17
Pisa, Italy - Payment of amount to the subscribers will be done one week later
Corporacion America Italia extended to June 17 the bid subscription deadline for the takeover of Sat, the company which manages the airport of Pisa, as reported in a press release, yesterday June 2. The... more
Press releaseAlitalia-Etihad Airways: welcome to the tourism program "Made of Italians"
Rome, Italy - Unveiled yesterday in 14 Italian embassies and consulates around the world
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Alitalia, Partner of SkyTeam, have joined forces to support the "Made of Italians" 2015 tourism program with attractive airfares. Unveiled... more
AerospaceASI: French-Italian space cooperation
Rome, Italy - Meeting at the University of "La Sapienza" with the two agencies and a bilateral between the two presidents
CNES President Jean-Yves Le Gall met Roberto Battiston, President of ASI, the Italian space agency, on Friday 30 May in Rome on the occasion of a conference organized by the University of "La Sapienza",... more
PeopleATR appoints Patrick de Castelbajac as CEO
Toulouse, France - He succeeds Filippo Bagnato, CEO from 2004 to 2007 and since 2010
The ATR Assembly of Members has appointed Patrick de Castelbajac (43), as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ATR. He succeeds Filippo Bagnato, whose four-year mandate according to ATR's statutes expired... more
Latest newsEtihad Airways – Alitalia Statement
Rome, Italy - Etihad Airways today confirmed that it will forward a letter detailing
Etihad Airways today confirmed that it will forward a letter detailing the conditions precedent and the criteria for a proposed equity investment by Etihad Airways that have been negotiated with Alitalia... more
MiscellaneousAVIONEWS celebrates the Italian Republic anniversary next Monday. "Frecce Tricolori" aircraft flyover
Rome, Italy - The Agency will open again next Tuesday
AVIONEWS communicates to its subscribers, readers, social network fans and reporters that it will be closed next Monday, June 2, in the occasion of the 68th anniversary of the Italian Republic. The... more
AirportsPisa airport. Sat board of directors says the new bid is "Adequate" but the decision is up to the partners
Pisa, Italy - The announcement comes after the new rejection by Pisa Chamber of Commerce
The board of directors of Sat (the society which manages the airport of Pisa) has considered "Adequate" the new price of the bid proposed by Corporacion America, as Sat reported in a press release, today... more
Civil aviationA-380 aircraft start operating in Indian airports
Delhi, India - Singapore Airlines' flight landed in Delhi shortly after 8:00 pm (local time)
Singapore Airlines became today, Friday 30 May 2014, the first company to operate a scheduled flight with an A-380 aircraft in an Indian airport. The operation of the "Giant of the skies" manufactured... more