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AirportsVenice Airport: "A special statute is needed"
The request of the president of the Save manager, Enrico Marchi
In recent days the Italian Council of State has ordered the cancellation of the boarding tax of 2.5 Euros imposed by the Municipality of the Venetian capital on passengers departing from the "Marco Polo"... more
AirlinesSouthwest Airlines: Elliott focuses on dividends
Management attacked, but American low-cost has one of the best balance sheets in the sector
The top management of the US airline Southwest was mocked by Elliott investment fund. The latter recently acquired an 11% stake in the low-cost air carrier, a stake worth two billion dollars. The entry... more
AirportsFraport: increase in passenger numbers and cargo volumes in May
Frankfurt Airport welcomed 5.5 million passengers
Around 5.5 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport in May. This was equivalent to a growth of approximately 6.9 percent compared to the same month of 2023. Because of the very early Whitsun... more
AirlinesBrussels rejects appeal against covid aid in Spain
Low-cost airline judicial action rejected
An appeal by the low-cost airline Ryanair against the 10 billion euros of state aid to Iberian airlines provided by the Spanish government during the Covid-19 pandemic has been rejected. The decision was... more
AirlinesIAG-Air Europe merger: new remedies sent to Brussels
Eu Competition Commission to take final decision by July
A new package of corrective measures has been presented to obtain the green light from Brussels for the privatization of the Air Europa carrier. This is a further series of remedies proposed by the International... more
AerospaceSpace flights: traditional companies are struggling
The challenge between Boeing Group and Space X
Space travel is the new frontier of commercial transportation. A sector in which the main protagonists are start-ups, while the giants of the sector lag behind. Just make a comparison between the costs... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: Turicchi meets the unions
President of the Italian airline reassures worker representatives
Unions worried about the possible stop to the wedding between the airlines ITA Airways and Lufthansa. Yesterday, Tuesday 11 June 2024, the president of the Italian national airline, Antonino Turicchi,... more
AirportsG7 Puglia: safety mechanism launched
Some restrictions are already in force and will end on Sunday 16 June
A series of restrictions on the ground and in the Italian airspace in force from tomorrow until 15 June 2024 during the days of the G7 Summit, during which events will take place with the heads of state... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: developments expected this week
Proposed further transfers on Fiumicino-USA flights
By 4 July 2024 the European Competition Commission will have to pronounce its final verdict on the agreement between the German national carrier Lufthansa and the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance... more
AirlinesUK: 100ml limit reintroduced at airports
Harper (transport): "Temporary measure, in due course we will establish its revocation"
UK airports will still maintain the 100ml limit on liquids you can bring on board the plane. The goal was to raise the limit to two liters in all airports in the country by 2024. This should have happened... more
AirlinesRome-Fiumicino Airport: 11 reports of thefts at duty-free
The police forces also stopped eight NCCs and illegal taxi drivers
Eleven people reported and 4500 Euros of stolen goods recovered including cosmetics, perfumes and tobacco. It is the outcome of a series of checks recently conducted by Carabinieri, Italian police forces,... more
AirportsComiso Airport (Sicily): 47 millions for development
Schembari (mayor): "Cargo flights are essential for the fruit and vegetable production area and floriculture"
The "Pio La Torre" Italian airport in Comiso (Sicily) is a living reality. The municipal administration of the Sicilian city reiterates this, recalling that 47 million euros are earmarked for the stopover... more
DefenseRussia-Belarus agreement on nuclear exercises
The two countries will conduct joint military tests of new weapons
Belarus will take part in the second phase of Russian military exercises involving training using tactical nuclear weapons. It was declared today, Monday 10 June 2024, by the leaders of the country's armed... more
AerospaceStarliner: commercial missions still far away
Underlying problems hinder the start of routine journeys into the cosmos
The recent space flight of the Starliner spacecraft produced by the US Boeing Group was a success. In fact, the capsule docked with the International Space Station last week. However, some underlying problems... more
DefensePutin will visit North Korea
Official trip expected in the second half of June
Vladimir Putin will meet Kim Jong Un. The Russian president will be on an official visit to North Korea in the coming weeks, where he will meet his Asian counterpart. We will talk about energy, military... more
AirlinesAeroflot bets on MC-21 aircraft
The company is reportedly reviewing a large order for over 300 aircraft
The Russian national carrier Aeroflot is reportedly reviewing a massive order of aircraft dating back to 2022. This is a commitment to purchase 339 commercial aircplanes produced by brands controlled by... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa on a roller coaster
To have free access from Brussels they sacrifice long-haul flights to North America
The marriage between the national carrier ITA Airways and the German Lufthansa is a roller coaster ride. The European Competition Commission will deliver its verdict on the wedding by the scheduled date... more
AirlinesIndia authorizes Air India-Vistara merger
Favorable order from the National Company Law Tribunal
The merger between the Indian airlines Vistara and Air India has been approved. The favorable order arrived in the last few hours from the national commercial court of the Asian country. This is a further... more
DefenseUkrainian war: controversy over the supply of Italian weapons
Crosetto (Defense): "It is secret information, saying that we hide the truth is a lie"
There is controversy in the Italian Parliament over the Meloni Government's military supplies to Ukraine. The opposition accuses the majority of hiding details regarding the ammunition and armaments that... more
AerospaceElt Group at "ILA Berlin" (June 5-9)
The Company, in Germany for more than 40 years, is ready for its consolidation in this national market
ELT Group is participating in "ILA Berlin", the international aerospace event ongoing this year from 5 to 9 June. For more than 70 years, ELT Group has been a world leader in Electronic Defense Systems.... more
AirlinesDeliveries of Airbus planes drop
The industrial plan foresees a target of 800 aircraft for 2024
Monthly aircraft deliveries by the European manufacturer Airbus are decreasing. According to data recorded in May, the company supplied 53 airplanes. A performance that marks a decrease of -16% compared... more
DefenseBelgium purchases new military helicopters
Deliveries are expected to start in 2027
Belgium government will purchase 18 H-145M multi-role military rotorcraft produced by Airbus Helicopters. In detail, 16 aircraft will be allocated to the armed forces and two unit to the police. The acquisition... more
Fair and showsGerman Ministry of Interior orders up to 44 H-225 helicopters
For its Federal Police; deliveries to start in 2029
The German Ministry of the Interior has ordered up to 44 H-225 helicopters for its Federal Police. This record order for the model includes 38 firm orders with options for a further six units. Its payload,... more
Civil aviationUSA: FAA gives green light to Archer air taxis
Now we are waiting for the "Midnight" to obtain flight certification
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted permission to the American company Archer Aviation to start commercial operations using air taxis, announced the company. It is the second manufacturer... more
AirlinesParma Airport (Italy): Padilla Coleman new CEO
Dalla Rosa Prati (president): "We will have routes and services that aim for quality"
Quality services, not quantity. This is the objective of Guido Dalla Rosa Prati, confirmed as president of the board of directors of the manager of the "Giuseppe Verdi" international airport in Parma in... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa: ready to sell 17 airport slots
About ten Italy-Central Europe flights are at stake
About ten flights between Italy and Central Europe will probably be sold to two low-cost airlines, the Spanish Volotea and the British easyJet. This is what is foreseen by the new package of remedies submitted... more
Finance and economyMicrotecnica company closest to Safran
The French company claims to have received the green light from Rome
Italian Government would have given the green light to the planned sale of the Microtecnica company (Collins Aerospace Group), which produces aircraft components, to the French company Safran, which operates... more
AirlinesRisk of mass strike for American flight attendants
Union asks for 33% more salary, company offers half
Immediate salary increases of +17% and greater participation in the financial profits accrued by the company. This is the offer that the US airline American Airlines made to its flight attendants. Proposal... more
AerospaceBoeing Starliner spacecraft completes successful launch
Rendezvous and docking with ISS are scheduled for June 6
NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams became the first people to launch to orbit inside a Boeing Starliner, lifting off from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 10:52am E... more
AirlinesVistara in the hands of Air India by the end of 2024
The acquisition process of Indian company proceeds smoothly
National carrier Air India plans to complete the merger with Vistara airline by the end of 2024. The company has already received the green light for the sale from Indian and foreign competition regulators."Any... more
Civil aviationAirbus-Avincis: partners on Advanced Air Mobility
Opportunities for operating eVTOL in all Europe
Airbus and Avincis, an European helicopter operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The companies will collaborate to explore... more
Civil aviationEU-US axis on aviation safety
EASA-FAA summit meeting to share information on aircraft production
Europe will allow US to attend safety hearings of European aircraft manufacturers. In detail, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (Easa) will allow the American Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)... more
AirportsItaly, Parma Airport: Centerline makes the purchase official
Dalla Rosa Prati (Sogeap): "From next Winter connected to destinations of great interest"
Improving number of flights, user experience, safety and quality standards of infrastructure: these are the objectives of the Canadian company Centerline Airport Partners, which recently announced the... more
DefenseGermany purchases Eurofighter planes
Panavia Tornado combat aircraft out of service by 2030
Germany will purchase 20 more Eurofighter Typhoon warplanes, the national government announced today. This is a move with which Berlin intends to increase the amount of funds allocated to the defense sector.... more
AirlinesITA and Lufthansa prepare remedies on EU-US flights
Brussels will deliver its final verdict on privatization by July 4
Cutting remark against Brussels, but optimism remains. These are the feelings that reign among the managers of the German national carrier Lufthansa and within the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport: new Saudi-Asian axis for the sector
Riyadh Air prepares to start operations in 2025
Riyadh Air, which is expected to start operations in 2025, has partnered with Asian carriers Singapore Airlines and Air China. This is a move with which the Saudi start-up, controlled by the Saudi state... more
AirlinesBoeing is looking for a new CEO
Outgoing David Calhoun fully supports the board's choice
The outgoing CEO of the US Boeing Group, David Calhoun, today announced that he will fully support the choice of his successor by the company's board of directors. This is an announcement that confirms... more
AccidentsFatal plane crash in Türkiye
Italian-made Turkish Air Force two-seater aircraft crashes
A Siai-Marchetti SF-260D single-engine military aircraft (registration number 93-0813) of the Turkish Air Force crashed today in Turkey, causing the death of the two occupants on board. The accident occurred... more
AirportsIndian billionaires' party: 1200 arrivals in Italy airport
Not only small business aircraft at Genoa, but also large private aircraft such as B-747s and A-340s
The Italian pre-wedding party in Portofino between Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, children of two Indian billionaire dynasties, is certainly one of the marriage of the year. This is demonstrated not... more
AirlinesStar Alliance: 10 years at London-Heathrow T2
Over 120 departures every day to 44 destinations in 23 countries
Together with its member airlines, Star Alliance is delighted to complete a decade of excellence at Terminal 2 – its home at Heathrow. The Queen’s Terminal has served as the base for 23 Star Alliance mem... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Italy sends missile system
Second Samp/T air defense apparatus arriving in Kiev
The Italian Government will provide Ukraine with a second Samp/T (Sol-air moyenne-portée terrestrial) air defense system. The announcement confirms rumors. This is a move with which the Rome Executive... more
AirlinesMexicana de Aviación orders 20 E-190/195E2 aircraft
Deliveries start 2Q25 -DATA SHEET
Mexicana de Aviación, Mexico's State-owned carrier, has ordered 20 Embraer E2 aircraft: 10 E-190E2 and 10 E-195E2 jets. Deliveries will begin in 2Q25. The airline will configure the E-190E2 with 108 seats,... more
Civil aviationUSA: unions against Boeing managers
Managers are allegedly persecuting technicians to keep quiet about safety problems
There is alarm among workers at the Boeing Group factory in Everett, a city located in Washington State. The plant is considered among the largest production buildings in the world and is the heart of... more
AccidentsJapan plane crash: preliminary results
Outcome of investigation conducted by the Maritime Self-Defense Force
They collided shortly after takeoff due to human error while heading to an exercise site. This is what emerges from the outcome of the preliminary investigation conducted by the Maritime Self-Defense Force... more
Civil aviationMD Helicopters expands into Europe
New authorized service center for customers from the old continent
US aircraft manufacturer MD Helicopters has announced its expansion into Europe. This is a move that is part of initiatives that aim to strengthen its global network of service providers. The goal is to... more
AirlinesSpain fines low-cost airlines
Fined 150 million euros for "unfair practice" on hand luggage
Spain has fined some low-cost airlines operating on national territory 150 million euros. This is the highest fine ever imposed by Madrid. The reason? The alleged violation of consumer rights due to the... more
AerospaceStarliner. Nasa, mission partners target June 5 crew flight test launch
Another opportunity is available at 10:29 am, Thursday, June 6
NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test mission teams are preparing to support a launch at 10:52 a.m. EDT Wednesday, June 5, from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on a miss... more
AirlinesIATA’s 80th AGM: aviation leaders assemble in Dubai
The meeting-summit will take place from June 2 to 4
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the leaders of the global airline industry are gathering in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the 80th IATA Annual General Meeting... more
AirlinesFirst international commercial flight for C-919 aircraft
China Eastern operates the connection with passengers on board
The first international commercial flight of a Comac C-919 aircraft with passengers on board will be operated tomorrow by the Chinese carrier China Eastern Airlines. This is the first time for this aircraft... more
AirlinesTurkish Airlines will ground 45 planes
It's a PW1100G engine problems effect
At least 45 planes will be grounded in 2024 due to Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engine problems. It cwas announced by the management of the flag carrier Turkish Airlines, which foresees operational limitations... more