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AirlinesSaudia Group discloses order for 10 A-330neo aircraft for flyadeal
The agreement was announced at a signing ceremony held at industy’s facilities
Saudia Group has disclosed an order with Airbus for 10 A-330/900 aircraft for its subsidiary flyadeal. It marks the first widebody order for the subsidiary and paves the way for new long-haul services... more
AirlinesWizz Air unveils its roadmap to net zero by 2050
Focus on SAF as a critical decarbonisation lever
Wizz Air today launched its comprehensive net zero roadmap – Flying Towards Net Zero. The roadmap offers a realistic path focused on the three F’s – flights (30% emissions reductions from new aircraft techn... more
AerospaceArcher Aviation bets on air taxis to/from New York airports
Midnight hybrid tilt-rotor network ready, in collaboration with United Airlines
American startup Archer Aviation and United Airlines unveiled plans for an air taxi network in New York on Thursday, April 17, which could allow travellers to reach local airports by air in just 5 to 15... more
AirlinesSpirit Airlines appoints Davis as President and CEO
And new team members
Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC, announced yesterday that its Board of Directors has appointed Dave Davis as President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of... more
Civil aviationBelize. US veteran hijacks Cessna plane, injures three
Killed by another passenger upon landing; he wanted to divert his flight to the United States
A tragic event shook Belize yesterday, Thursday, April 17, 2025, when a US citizen identified as Akinyela Sawa Taylor, hijacked a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX registration V3-HIG of the local airline Tropic... more
Civil aviationAircraft. US-Europe trade tensions: Airbus assesses impact on future plans
Confirmed CEO Guillaume Faury admits uncertainty, but production remains unchanged for now
Concerns remain over tariffs and the impact on demand and the supply chain. Statements made yesterday at the Airbus Annual General Meeting in Amsterdam more
Finance and economyTrade, the Asian front is consolidating: Xi Jimping is in Malaysia since yesterday
Chinese President strengthens axis with Kuala Lumpur: strategic agreements and challenge to US tariffs
After Vietnam, the visit will also strengthen the partnership with Malaysia in key sectors: industry (aerospace), Defense (military cooperation and technology exchange), trade. Tomorrow he will go to Cambodia more
Civil aviationAirbus shareholders approve all resolutions at 2025 AGM
Guillaume Faury confirmed as Chief Executive Officer
Shareholders approved all resolutions proposed at Airbus SE’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 15 April in Amsterdam.Resolutions included the renewal of the Board mandate of Executive Member G... more
CargoIATA: air cargo key to supply chain resilience
Focus on safety/security, digitalization and sustainability
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasized the vital role of air cargo in maintaining global supply chain resilience and called on governments and industry to remain focused on delivering... more
Civil aviationBeijing reshapes its skies: stops new Boeing plane deliveries
Between duties and uncertainties, China turns towards Airbus and finances the rise of Comac
Thanks to President Xi Jinping's visit to Hanoi, Vietnam (and Vietjet) is also looking to the Chinese manufacturer for the construction of logistics centers on the territory more
AccidentsHelicopter in Hudson: New York Helicopter Charter suspended flights
The measure imposed by the FAA. The pilot and a family of 5 people died in the tragedy
Following the tragedy that occurred in New York on Thursday, April 10, when a Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger IV helicopter, registration N216MH, crashed into the Hudson River, killing six people (a Spanish family... more
AirlinesHistoric China-Vietnam contract boosts air connectivity and tech cooperation
45 agreements with focus on aviation, AI, infrastructure; MoU Vietjet-Comac for new aircraft
The agreement, still confidential, could lead to a significant expansion of Vietjet's fleet through the potential acquisition of Comac C-919 and ARJ-21 more
Civil aviationFriedrichshafen Special: new Integral R aerobatic trainer aircraft presented
It arrives in Italy and joins the Urbe Aero fleet in July - VIDEO
The Aura Aero Integral R is a modern two-seater for the most demanding pilots, designed for advanced training and aerobatic flight. Presented to the international public during "Aero Friedrichshafen 2025",... more
AerospaceBlue Origin: NS-31 mission completed
An all-female crew on board
The launch of Blue Origin's eleventh human flight, NS-31, has just concluded, allowing former NASA scientist Aisha Bowe, astrophysicist Amanda Nguyễn, CBS anchor Gayle King, pop star Katy Perry, activist K... more
AerospaceNew Shepard’s crewed NS-31 mission targets liftoff on April 14
11th human flight by Blue Origin; on board six women
Blue Origin announced its 11th human flight, NS-31, will lift off from Launch Site One in West Texas on Monday, April 14. The mission includes Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyễn, Gayle King, Katy Perry, Kerianne Fl... more
AirlinesDelta Air Lines withdraws 2025 guidance on global uncertainty
It announces financial caution due to the worrying geopolitical and economic moment
Delta Air Lines has chosen to withdraw its 2025 guidance due to global economic uncertainty related to protectionist trade policies, such as those of President Donald Trump. This decision is particularly... more
AerospaceNBAA supports Jared Isaacman’s nomination as NASA administrator
His nomination is expected to be considered by the Senate Commerce Committee on April 9
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) called yesterday upon the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation to support President Trump’s nomination of Jared Isaacman to lead t... more
Civil aviationMeeting Tajani-Lammy (UK) and participation in the round table
As part of the State visit of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom
As part of the State Visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International... more
AirlinesItalian Unions: easyJet flight attendants on 4-hour strike today
"First cabin crew unrest since pandemic"
“Today, on Wednesday 9 April, easyJet flight attendants are striking for 4 hours, from 10:30am to 2:30pm”. This was reported in a note by Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl and Uiltrasporti, underlining that “this is th... more
AirlinesAustralia. Ferrovial's strategic expansion at Perth Airport
Infrastructure investments and growth for it that offers direct connections to Europe
Ferrovial, a Spanish company known for its role in the transport infrastructure industry, is considering the acquisition of Perth Airport in Australia, after selling its stakes in major British airports... more
AirportsItalian Enav global expansion: new opportunities in foreign markets
Growth strategies and developments in international markets for air traffic control
During the Enav (Italian Flight Assistance Company) roadshow held in London, Pasqualino Monti, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), outlined an international expansion strategy that seems closely linked to diplomatic... more
AccidentsJapan, heli-ambulance crashes into sea
Six people on board the EC-135T2+ helicopter: three victims
Yesterday, April 6, the EC-135T2+ ambulance helicopter, registration JA555H, operated by Sgc Saga Aviation, crashed into the sea in Japan. It took off from the coast of Tsushima, in Nagasaki prefecture,... more
AirportsBritish Royals visit Rome; arrive in Ciampino in the afternoon
Institutional meetings with Mattarella and Meloni; session at the Chamber
King Charles and Queen Camilla are due to land at Rome-Ciampino Airport this afternoon for a few days' visit to Italy to mark their 20th wedding anniversary.At the moment it seems that the program has... more
AirportsFrench Air Force: modernized and upgraded Mirage 2000D aircraft enter into operation
The use of these veterans of the French ground attack is guaranteed until beyond 2030, alongside the Rafales
Nancy-Ochey Air Base 133 is preparing to host the official ceremony for the entry into operational service of the Mirage 2000 D fighter aircraft undergoing the mid-life modernization program (RMV - Rénovation... more
Defense"Laad 2025". Turkish Aerospace and Embraer to explore E2 production opportunities
Signed a MoU during the event ongoing in Brazil
Turkish Aerospace and Embraer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential industrial cooperation.Embraer is actively seeking new suppliers and partners around the world to meet... more
Civil aviationH55 at the 51st "Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo" (April 1-6)
The B23 Energic, a fully electric training and general aviation airplane, at the event
H55, the electric aviation reference and spin-off of the pioneering Solar Impulse project, unveils its latest innovation—the B23 Energic, a fully electric training and general aviation airplane—at the... more
Civil aviationAdam Richardson promoted to President & CEO of Enstrom
He was Chief Operating Officer of the company
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation announced the promotion of Chief Operating Officer Adam Richardson to President & CEO of the company. Former President Todd Tetzlaff will remain an integral part of its core... more
Civil aviationGE Aerospace to invest EUR 78 million in European manufacturing in 2025
Investment will support engine quality and delivery for customers
GE Aerospace announced today plans to invest more than € 78 million in its manufacturing sites across Europe during 2025.This strategic investment aims to increase overall capacity, expand key facilities, a... more
Fair and showsLeonardo partner of the "Milan-Cortina 2026" Winter Olympic Games
For technologies and solutions for radio communications and event control rooms
The sporting event will follow a decentralized model, involving a vast territory for the first time: 22,000 km2, two regions (Lombardy and Veneto), two autonomous provinces (Trento and Bolzano), and two cities (Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo) more
Civil aviationAirbus Foundation-Solar Impulse Foundation: three year partnership
Aimed at driving global progress on sustainability through fostering innovation
From 1 April, the two foundations will actively seek proposals that can benefit from aerospace capabilities to promote nature-based solutions. The selected projects will receive € 10K in seed funding and have access to technical expertise to help accelerate their impact more
AirportsHeathrow Airport Fire (3): closure and inconvenience raise a series of questions
Raised by Willie Walsh, DG of IATA. First of all: who pays for damages to passengers?
Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General, said in a note that: “Today’s closing of Heathrow will inconvenience a huge number of travelers. We thank those affected for their patience as airlines focus on get... more
DefenseFrance: Macron dusts off nuclear deterrence, and the Luxeuil air base
Orders for Rafale F5 fighter jets with ASN4G hypersonic missiles to increase
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced an ambitious program to modernize the national defense, starting with an increase in orders for Rafale fighter planes and the reactivation of nuclear capacity... more
Civil aviationNBAA welcomed nomination of Bryan Bedford as FAA administrator
He is a pilot with more than three decades’ experience in aviation
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed yesterday President Trump’s nomination of pilot and aviation industry veteran Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), n... more
AerospaceNASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Back on Earth after science mission
Williams and Wilmore during their mission spent 286 days in space
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 completed the agency’s ninth commercial crew rotation mission to the International Space Station on Tuesday, splashing down safely in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft off the coast of Tal... more
Civil aviationLeonardo: the BoD approves the new organization
With two deputy general managements
The Board of Directors (BoD) of Leonardo, met yesterday under the chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, has approved the new organizational structure of Leonardo, which includes the establishment of two... more
AerospaceBoeing: Don Ruhmann as new Chief Aerospace Safety Officer
Role created in 2021, he succeeds Mike Delaney
Boeing announced Don Ruhmann as the company’s new Chief Aerospace Safety Officer, effective immediately.In this role, he will be responsible for strengthening company’s safety culture and safety practices, fur... more
IndustryJoby and Virgin Atlantic announce partnership
The US company exhibited its aircraft for the first time in the UK at the "2024 Farnborough Airshow"
Joby Aviation, Inc, a California-based company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced yesterday a partnership with Virgin Atlantic, a premium long-haul UK airline, that... more
AirportsAmerican Airlines B-737/823 plane diverted to Denver due to anomaly
Engine catches fire; all 178 occupants safely evacuated - VIDEO
Yesterday, around 5:00 pm local time, a new occurrence happened in the United States. The flight operated by American Airlines with a Boeing 737/823, registration N885NN, departed from the municipal airport... more
Civil aviationWill Republic Airways CEO lead Trump-era FAA?
Bryan Bedford would be the leading candidate after Whitaker's resignation on January 20
The difficult task of the future administrator of the US authority that oversees civil aviation, at a time when the safety of America's skies is seriously put in doubt by a chain of air accidents more
HelicoptersEnstrom announces new Senior Leadership position
Charles Wade brings with him more than 40 years in the aviation industry
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation officially welcomed Charles “Chuck” Wade into his role as Senior Vice President of Product, Sales, and Customer Excellence. With an eye on growth and a passion for customer ser... more
CargoEmbraer Commercial Aviation expands its sales organization
With the Global Leasing and Freighter team
Embraer Commercial Aviation has formed a dedicated Global Leasing and Freighter team as it continues to strengthen its strategic position in the cargo and leasing markets. The new team is based in Amsterdam,... more
Civil aviationTecnam aircraft announces fleet agreement for 90 planes
With US Aviation Academy
Tecnam and US Aviation Academy, a leading professional flight training institution, announce the expansion of its training fleet with the acquisition of 38 aircraft, consisting of the P-2010 powered by... more
AirlinesFrankfurt Airport: public sector strike by Verdi union on March 10
It causes massive disruptions to flight operations
Germany’s Verdi trade union, representing public-sector workers, has called for a one-day strike at Frankfurt Airport on Monday, March 10. The strike is expected to cause massive disruptions to flight o... more
ConferencesSpecial European Council ongoing today in Brussels
Support for Ukraine, but above all on the table "Rearm Europe", the common defense plan
The extraordinary European summit opens today in Brussels to evaluate the 800 billion euro common defense plan, "Rearm Europe", proposed by Ursula Von der Leyen, in which Volodymyr Zelensky is also participating.Support... more
DefenseLeonardo and Baykar: partnership for unmanned technologies
A MoU signed to establish a jv for Unmanned Aerial Systems
The sites in Italy involved in the activities developed by the joint-venture will be four: Ronchi dei Legionari (Gorizia, Friuli Venezia Giulia Region), Turin (Piedmont Region) and Rome-Tiburtina, and Nerviano (Milan, Lombardy Region) more
AerospaceTrump: economic growth, defense systems, and space ambitions in his speech
The US President illustrates to Congress in 100 minutes the founding programs of his administration
Donald Trump has just delivered the longest speech an American President has ever given to a joint session of the United States Congress. Among the central themes, as far as this Agency is concerned, he... more
CargoIATA: "World Cargo Symposium 2025" in April in the EAU
Navigating geopolitical shifts with technology & innovation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 "World Cargo Symposium" ("WCS") will focus on digitalization, sustainability and safety/security as the key issues in helping... more
Civil aviationNBAA: ATC infrastructure, workforce and Just Culture crucial to aviation safety
Ed Bolen, President and CEO, to the Congress during his speech
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen yesterday urged a congressional aviation subcommittee to fund air traffic control (ATC) system infrastructure and controller hiring... more
Civil aviationIATA. "WDS" brought industry together to explore data, technology and cybersecurity
The inaugural event with a broad consensus on three key priorities
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) successfully concluded its inaugural "World Data Symposium" ("WDS") with a broad consensus on three key priorities:1. To use data even more intensely... more
Finance and economyAirbus publishes agenda for 2025 Annual General Meeting
It will take place in April 15
Airbus has published the agenda for its Annual General Meeting (AGM) taking place on 15 April 2025 in Amsterdam. Proposed resolutions include the renewal of Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Faury’s B... more