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Fair and shows"Singapore Airshow 2020" (3). ATR-72/600 plane is on static display
In the colours of Bangkok Airways
ATR, a world regional aircraft manufacturer, is present at the "Singapore Airshow" (see AVIONEWS), held at Changi Exhibition Centre, from 11-16 February 2020. The ATR-72/600 turboprop aircraft is on static... more
Fair and showsPlanes-helicopters. "Singapore Airshow" (2). Airbus at the event
The industry showcases its latest products, services and innovations
Airbus participates at the "Singapore Airshow" (see AVIONEWS), showcasing its latest products, services and innovations in the commercial aircraft, defence, space and helicopter segments. The show takes... more
Fair and shows"Singapore Airshow". The event starts, but some stands are empty
However, companies continue to do business during the fair
From today, Tuesday 11 and until February 16, the "Singapore Airshow" takes place at the Changi Exhibition Center, a major Asian aerospace event, which is expected to have around 10,000 fewer visitors... more
Occurrences"Ciara" storm: "abnormal" air landings in northern Europe
Aircraft in distress at airports crowd the web - VIDEO
Half of Europe was hit by the "Ciara" storm. France, Germany and Great Britain are the most affected countries with flooding, blocking of aircraft and rail connections, interruption of the electricity... more
AirlinesAlitalia, Leogrande-Delta meeting
"We are working on a transition agreement"
The meeting between the commissioner of Alitalia, Giuseppe Leogrande and Delta, the US company that renewed the interest in investing 100 million Euros for 10% in the Italian carrier, took place in recent... more
AerospaceLiftoff for ESA’s Solar Orbiter
The TAS’s coronagraph Metis developed on behalf of Italian ASI -VIDEO
ESA’s Solar Orbiter has been successfully launched yesterday from CapeCanaveral in Florida (USA), on an Atlas V411 rocket supplied by NASA. Thales Alenia Space (TAS), the joint-venture between Thales (... more
AirlinesAlitalia: data in January on flight punctuality
The result of last month confirms carrier's positive performance
With 92.4 per cent of flights landed on schedule, Alitalia has ranked most punctual airline in Europe among legacy carriers in January 2020.The result was certified in ‘The Airline On-Time Performance R... more
AirportsMiami Airport reaches nearly 46 m passengers in 2019
It grew by nearly one million passengers over 2018
Miami International Airport (MIA) served 45.9 million passengers in 2019, for an increase of nearly one million passengers over its total in 2018, according to the airport’s final 2019 traffic statistics. Contributing to... more
AerospaceSolar Orbiter ready for its close-up with the Sun
Its launch from Cape Canaveral in the evening of 9 February
Airbus-built Solar Orbiter has been fitted inside the protective fairing, mounted on top of the launcher and is now ready to fly from Cape Canaveral in the evening of 9 February.The next time the satellite... more
HelicoptersRussian Helicopters: roadmap for Ka-226T localization in India
Signed during "DefExpo 2020"
Russian Helicopters Holding Company (part of Rostec State Corporation) has signed a roadmap at the "Defexpo 2020" (see AVIONEWS) exhibition with the Russian-Indian company Indo-Russian Helicopters Limited... more
HelicoptersThe militarisation of the H-160 helicopter continues and its support framework
Airbus Helicopters and the French DGA are pursuing a new set of studies -DATA SHEET
Airbus Helicopters and the French Armament General Directorate (DGA) are pursuing a new set of studies to further the militarisation of the H-160 helicopter and to define its associated support ecosystem... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport in Italy. The strikes planned for today
They are ongoing for 24 hours
The MIT (Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport) publishes the calendar of strikes in the air transport sector today.The protests are in detail:07/02/2020 Navaid-Naca AZ pilots technical crew... more
Finance and economyIATA: slower but steady growth in 2019
Compared to 2018’s annual growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced full-year global passenger traffic results for 2019 showing that demand (revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose by 4.2% compared to the... more
Fair and shows"DefExpo 2020" February 5-8 in India
1,000 companies at this 11th edition -VIDEO
"DefExpo" is the biennial mega defence exhibition scheduled from 5th-8th February 2020 in Lucknow, India. The number of companies registered for participating in this 11th edition has reached 1,000, in... more
Finance and economyFinancial plan for South African Airways finalized
There is liquidity until the rescue project is implemented
South African Airways announces in a note that "Extraordinary commissioners appointed by South African Airways Soc Ltd, with the support of the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) and the ministry of... more
AccidentsTurkey, airplane broken in two sections: updates
Three dead and 157 injured - VIDEO
According to preliminary information there were no deaths during the accident involving a B-737/86J aircraft, TC-IZK registration, of the Turkish Pegasus Airlines, which broke into two parts after leaving... more
CargoAircraft and results. IATA: 2019 worst year for freight demand since 2009
The regional performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full-year 2019 data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), fell by 3.3% compared to... more
Civil aviationCoronavirus. Update on ICAO and WHO recommendations
In light of the increasing number of cancelled and rerouted flights now arising
In light of the increasing number of cancelled and rerouted flights now arising due to Coronavirus fears, as well as the implementation of additional travel measures for passengers, ICAO wishes to encourage... more
Civil aviationAIRE: call for prioritizing competitiveness in EU air transport policy
During a meeting with the European Commissioner Adina Vălean
In a meeting yesterday with the European Commissioner for Transport, Adina Vălean, AIRE (Airlines International Representation in Europe) airline CEOs called for concrete steps towards improving the mo... more
Government actsLeonardo: also Italian M5S party asks for clarifications on the Qatar order
Italian question: to the Minister of Defense presented to the Senate
The Italian Chamber of Deputies website reports the following:"To the Minister of Defense.Given that, as far as the questioners are concerned:Leonardo SpA is an Italian company active in the defense, aerospace... more
AerospaceOneWeb lifts off: next batch ready to launch
They are all fitted with plasma thrusters
34 satellites for the OneWeb constellation are ready for launch from Baikonur, Kazakhstan. They which arrived in two shipments, including one last week, have been tested, and have now been fitted into... more
Civil aviationAlitalia is waiting for the European antitrust outcome
Is it survival at risk?
As already known, Alitalia is under the magnifying glass of the European Commissioner for Competition in view of the bridging loans that have been granted over the years for the rescue of the company.... more
Civil aviationSome companies will not participate in "Singapore Airshow" out of fear epidemic
"Precautionary measure to protect employees"
Some companies of aviation, aeronautics and aerospace have withdrawn their presence at the "Singapore Airshow" because of the coronavirus. Among them, the US Textron Inc (a conglomerate active in the defense,... more
Civil aviation"Brexit", the dawn of a new era?
Today at 12 noon, Johnson's speech on the negotiations
At 12 (Italian time), British Prime Minister Boris Johnson gives a speech in London on the negotiations with the EU on "Brexit" which will look rather tough. Meanwhile, EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters announces 38 orders at "Heli-Expo 2020"
Its global fleet reached 100 million flight hours
Airbus Helicopters concluded the "Heli-Expo 2020" (see AVIONEWS) with 38 orders, as well as 20 retrofits for the new five-bladed H-145. German air rescue and ambulance provider DRF Luftrettung placed an... more
IndustryLeonardo: gifts to Qatar for billionaire contract?
Italian Senator Vitali to AVIONEWS: transparency is needed
The Italian ministers of Economy and Defense will have to to explain how the consortium led by Leonardo obtained the maxi-order in Qatar for 16 NH-90 land-based helicopters and 12 NH-90 aircraft for naval... more
Government actsItalian Parliamentary question about the 2018 helicopter contract in Doha
There are hypotheses "millionaire tributes from Leonardo to Qatar for green light to billionaire order"
Presented by Senator Luigi Vitali (FI) more
Finance and economyLeonardo BoD completed an initial review of 2019 expected performance
The Group will present in March Full Year results and an update of the Industrial Plan
At the meeting yesterday Leonardo Board of Directors completed an initial review of 2019 expected performance. The review showed that the Group has performed very well, delivering on its plans in the important... more
Military aviationPhoto. C-295 airplane performs wet contacts as a tanker
Conducted out of Seville, Spain, took place in January 2020
Photo. The C-295 tactical airlifter has successfully achieved its first wet contacts during an air-to-air (AAR) tanker flight test campaign. First dry contacts of this flight test took place in December... more
AerospaceLeonardo-ESA: contract to build Prospect
It is the drill and mini scientific lab to uncover the Moon’s secrets
Leonardo announced the signing of a €31.5 million contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to build PROSPECT, the onboard drill and miniature lab for the Luna-27 lander, a mission by ESA and Roscosmos, w... more
Finance and economyLeonardo: up to EUR 100m financing from Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
In order to fund investments in research, development and innovation
The investments will be focused on 4 main areas: development of technologically advanced products, cybersecurity, IT infrastructures and production efficiency more
AirlinesKorean Air: actions to prevent the spread of new coronavirus
The carrier has also suspended its flights between Incheon and Wuhan
Korean Air is taking proactive measures in every sector to ensure the safety of passengers, as the number of the new coronavirus cases quickly rises in China.The airline has formed an emergency response... more
Fair and shows"Heli-Expo 2020" (3). Helicopters: orders and announcemenst by Airbus
Among these NASA, first collaboration between industry and space agency -DATA SHEET
Airbus Helicopters unveiled different orders and announcements at "Heli-Expo 2020" (January 28-30, 2020, Anaheim, California, Usa, see AVIONEWS). The helicopter industry to deliver 16 new H-125s to Customs... more
Fair and shows"Heli-Expo 2020" (2). Training services for AW-139 helicopter
Contract signed with Suzuyo for introduce them in Japan
According to the agreement the first model Full Flight Simulator in the Country, combined with E-Learning and procedural trainer capabilities more
IndustryFincantieri delivers "Seven Seas Splendor" in Ancona
Second cruise ship built for Regent Seven Seas Cruises
"Seven Seas Splendor", the second ultra-luxury cruise ship which Fincantieri built for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, brand of the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH), was delivered today at the Ancona... more
Finance and economyPlanes-helicopters. Boeing: fourth-quarter results
The segment data
Boeing reported yesterday fourth-quarter results. Fourth Quarter 2019 Financial results continue to be significantly impacted by the 737 MAX groundingRevenue of $17.9 billion, GAAP loss per share of (... more
Fair and shows"Heli-Expo 2020". Enhanced aerial work capabilities for the H-125 helicopter
Up to +190kg of additional payload
Airbus Helicopters has announced during "Heli-Expo 2020" (January 28-30 in Anaheim, Usa, see AVIONEWS) a major performance increase on the H-125 by making full use of the available power of Safran Helicopter... more
Civil aviationAlitalia: € 400 million approved in the Senate
140 votes in favor, one against, 100 abstentions
The Alitalia decree has been approved yesterday by the Senate which grants 400 million Euros to the carrier, to be returned in six months. 140 votes in favor, one against, 100 abstentions.According to... more
HelicoptersThe AW-189K helicopter achieves first market success
With Gulf Helicopters as launch customer
The Qatar operator will start operations with the aircraft in the second half of 2020 more
HelicoptersHelicopters. Leonardo buys the Swiss company Kopter
Closing of the transaction is to take place in the 1Q2020
Leonardo has signed a contract with Lynwood (Schweiz) to acquire 100% of Kopter Group (Kopter). This move allows Leonardo to further strengthen its worldwide position in the rotorcraft sector; leveraging... more
ReportAfghanistan plane crash: bodies recovered
"Afghans treated them with dignity"
The bodies of the two soldiers killed in the plane crash in Ghazni, an area controlled by the Taliban, in Afghanistan, have been recovered (see AVIONEWS). According to the declarations by the US military,... more
ReportCoronavirus (2): US citizens left China
They will undergo meticulous screening before returning
The plane with the Americans evacuated from Wuhan, the city affected by the Chinese coronavirus, landed in Alaska, (see AVIONEWS). The 210 passengers, now in Anchorage, will undergo appropriate checks... more
AccidentsKobe Bryant: body identified by fingerprints
Retrieve the victims -VIDEO
Kobe Bryant's body identified by fingerprints. The remains of the 9 victims, including that of the basketball champion, were recovered from the wreckage of the helicopter crashed near Los Angeles (see... more
Science and technologyElectric aircraft will fly on domestic routes in Finland
A meeting hosted by Finavia and Finnair yesterday and today in Helsinki
The Finnish airport operator Finavia has joined a Nordic initiative to enhance the development of electric aviation. The Network for Electric Aviation (NEA) is an initiative, where Nordic actors come together... more
AirlinesCoronavirus: some carriers suspend flights to/from China
United Airlines and British Airways set the stop
Following the Chinese coronavirus emergency, British Airways has suspended all direct connections to mainland China. The carrier also stopped making reservations on its site until March following the Foreign... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. Robinson Newscopters in Washington and Tampa
With R-66 and R-44
Robinson Newscopters continue to make inroads into major media markets in the US with Washington and Tampa, Florida, becoming the latest to employ Robinson Electric News Gathering (ENG) helicopters. SKY... more
IndustryAircraft. Boeing and Embraer welcome Brazilian approval
The decision will become final within the next 15 days
Boeing and Embraer welcome the unconditional approval of their strategic partnership by the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE)'s General-Superintendence (SG) in Brazil. The decision will... more
Helicopters"Heli-Expo 2020" (2). Airbus displays its customer-centric solutions
Not only helicopters but also services
Airbus Helicopters showcases its civil range of aircraft at "Heli-Expo 2020", which runs from 28-30 January at the Anaheim Convention Center in California (see AVIONEWS).Centre-stage on booth 3432 there... more
ReportDeath of Kobe Bryant: difficult recovery of bodies
No black box on board
The news of the death of basketball champion Kobe Bryant and his daughter is enriched with details (see AVIONEWS). The photos circulating on social networks the day after the Sikorsky S-76 helicopter,... more
Fair and showsHelicopters. "Heli-Expo 2020" from January 28-30 in California
668 exhibitors with 60+ aircraft on display -VIDEO
"Heli-Expo" is the international event dedicated entirely to the helicopter sector. This edition takes place from January 28 to 30, 2020 in Anaheim, in California (USA).100 of education courses, seminars,... more