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Civil aviationCamcopter S-100 UAS supports European Coastguard functions
In particular in France and Belgium
The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) contracted Schiebel to support multi-purpose maritime operations with its Unmanned Air System (UAS) CAMCOPTER S-100 in La Manche and the southern section of the... more
Fair and showsIndonesian Air Force orders four H-145 helicopters
It was announced during the "Bali Airshow" (September 18-21)
The Indonesian Air Force has placed an order for four H-145 helicopters as part of its training modernisation programme. The order was announced during the "Bali International Airshow" taking place this... more
Aerospace"Polaris Dawn": completed the first-ever spacewalk
The four crewmembers of the mission
On Thursday, September 12 at 7:58 am ET, the "Polaris Dawn" crew completed the first-ever spacewalk –also known as an ExtraVehicular Activity (EVA)– from Dragon at 732 km above the Earth’s surface.The crew... more
AirlinesAci Europe. Draghi report puts back transport on the radar screen
With clear priorities for sustainable infrastructure development
Reacting to the publication yesterday of the Draghi report on "The future of European Competitiveness", ACI EUROPE endorsed its analysis of the transport sector and welcomed its proposals to tackle the... more
AerospaceVega launches Sentinel-2C into orbit (2)
The declarations by Giulio Ranzo, CEO of Avio
Vega successfully launched the Sentinel-2C Earth Observation Satellite, a dedicated mission for the European Commission Copernicus Program. The payload was put into a Sun-Synchronous orbit at an altitude... more
AerospaceArianespace launches Sentinel-2C satellite, VV24 mission
Europe's Copernicus Earth observation program
This flight was the last Vega launch, marking the transition to the Vega C launcher, which is scheduled to return to flight by the end of 2024 more
Civil aviationA Swiss company signs deal for 30 PHA-ZE 100 aircraft
For a value of more than USD 1 billion
Jekta, the Switzerland-based developer of the PHA-ZE 100 aircraft, has signed an agreement with Solyu for 30 of its zero-emissions amphibious aircraft. The deal, which represents developer's first lessor... more
AirlinesKorean Air to operate commercial flights using domestic SAF
From Seoul-Incheon to Tokyo-Haneda; other routes will follow later
Today, Korean Air will begin using domestically produced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for the first time on flight KE719 from Seoul-Incheon to Tokyo-Haneda. This milestone makes it the first Korean... more
AirlinesSecond IATA World Sustainability Symposium
It will take place next September in USA hosted by AA
The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) second World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) will focus on actions needed to achieve the airline industry’s commitment to net-zero CO2 emissions by... more
DefenseMeloni in China talks about artificial intelligence
"It would be a mistake to ignore growing risks in sectors such as health, security and defence"
Defense and security: these are some of the priorities on the agenda of the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, who is on an official visit to China until 31 July. This is a... more
Civil aviationContract signed for the modernization of the Brazilian air traffic control system
For two solutions developed by an Embraer Group's company
Embraer announced yesterday during the "Farnborough International Airshow" (July 22-26 in UK) a significant milestone for the future of Brazilian air traffic. Atech, an Embraer Group company specializing... more
AirportsItaly. Naples Airport: traffic is normal
Solved technical IT problem encountered today at dawn
The "Ugo Niutta" international airport of Naples-Capodichino is back fully operational. In fact, at dawn today, a technical problem with the IT system caused widespread slowdowns in the embarkation and... more
Civil aviationAirbus to boost SAF production
Through investment in a company
Airbus is investing in LanzaJet, a reference sustainable fuels technology company and producer, in line with its ambition to act as a catalyst for the global development of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). This... more
Fair and showsEmbraer announces sale of six A-29 "Super Tucano" airplanes at Farnborough
To the Paraguayan Air Force (FAP) -DATA SHEET
Embraer announced yesterday during the "Farnborough International Airshow" (July 22-26), the most important aerospace industry event of the year, the sale of six A-29 "Super Tucano" aircraft to the Paraguayan... more
Fair and showsThe Netherlands to acquire C-390 "Millennium" aircraft in joint order with Austria
For five and four units, respectively
The Dutch Ministry of Defense signed the contract in the last days for the acquisition of nine C-390 "Millennium" aircraft during a ceremony at the "Farnborough Airshow" (July 22-26, in UK). As part of... more
Fair and showsAirbus Racer speeds past 400 km/h
Less than two months after its first flight
Airbus’s "Racer" high-speed helicopter demonstrator, developed in the frame of the European Research "Clean Sky 2" project, has reached its fast cruise speed target of 407 km/h (220 kts). On 21 June, l... more
Airlines"Farnborough". Berniq Airways orders six A-320neo Family aircraft
To further develop its regional and international routes
Berniq Airways, Libya’s airline, has placed a firm order with Airbus for six A-320neo Family aircraft. The carrier already operates six A-320s and intends to further develop its regional and international r... more
AirlinesAirbus and partners invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel financing fund
The commitment from the seven ones is amounting to about USD 200 million
Airbus, the Air France-KLM Group, Associated Energy Group, LLC, BNP Paribas, Burnham Sterling, Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc. and Qantas Airways Limited co-invested in a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) financing... more
Civil aviationLufthansa Technik and Boeing sign license agreement
For B-787 Dreamliner cabin modifications
Boeing and Lufthansa Technik announced an agreement to designate Lufthansa Technik as the first Boeing-licensed Service Center (BLSC) for cabin modifications on 787 Dreamliner airplanes, bringing additional... more
DefenseUSA slows down on new generation fighters
An ambitious project that weighs too heavily on the country's economic budget
The project is too ambitious and costs too much. For this reason, the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, which involves the development of a sixth generation warplane for use by the US armed... more
AirportsStuttgart tests unmanned cargo tractors
British-made drone testing at the German airport
An unmanned electric airport tractor designed for handling goods has been tested in Germany at Stuttgart airport. The tests are managed by the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences in collaboration... more
IndustryBoeing: contract to enhance KC-46A Multi-Mission capability
Upgrades enhance its readiness and performance envelope - DATA SHEET
The US Air Force has awarded Boeing a $16.8 million contract for KC-46A software and data enhancements that will further advance the mission readiness and performance envelope of the world’s most advanced m... more
AirlinesAirline maintenance: a record waiting time
Situation determined by various concomitant factors in the post-pandemic period
Maintenance demand for aircraft engines could peak in 2026 and remain limited until the end of 2030. The next increase in requests for aircraft repairs and inspections could occur at the end of 2030. This... more
Civil aviationA-321XLR airplane receives EASA type certification
Powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines
The A-321XLR powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines has received its Type Certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), preparing the way for the entry-into-service of the new aircraft at... more
AirlinesAirports in haywire (3): what's happening in Italy
Kurtz (Crowdstrike CEO): "Issue identified, fix applied"
Many delays in boarding operations, long queues at check-in and boarding gates, few canceled flight connections. These are the main effects of the IT failure that today, Friday 19 July 2024, affected numerous... more
AerospaceBoeing delivers Rocket Stage to Nasa
It will launch first humans around the Moon since Apollo
Boeing has provided NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. Built at NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), the core stage is designed to send the Artemis II crew to lunar... more
AerospaceNASA cancels lunar rover development
It had cost 450 million dollars to date
The construction program for a new lunar rover has been canceled due to cost overruns and delays. It was announced by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Development of the next-generation... more
AirlinesTokyo airport tests road drones
Objective is to make cargo vehicle fully operational by the end of 2025
A driverless vehicle towing freight containers zooms along the asphalt of the parking area. It happens at Japan's Tokyo-Haneda International Airport. A joint experiment conducted by the airline All Nippon... more
Civil aviationThere is a hint of Italy in the H-160 helicopter
Among the first in the world to use electromechanical actuators to replace hydraulic systems
There is a hint of Umbria in the new H-160 helicopter produced by the European consortium Airbus Helicopters. One of these aircraft landed in Foligno, Italy, in the last few hours. In fact, it is the first... more
Civil aviationItaly. Grottaglie factory (2): Leonardo's relaunch plan
Cingolani (ceo): "Diversifying production and technologies, we are speeding things up"
To diversify production and technologies. These are the two cornerstones around which the plan of the Italian Leonardo Group, specialized in the aerospace and defense sectors, would relaunch and develop... more
DefenseBelarus would maintain Russian helicopters
This is what Ukraine's Center for National Resistance reveals
A Belarusian factory is reportedly repairing Russian military helicopters used in the war against Ukraine. This would be a maintenance center located at the Baranavichy base, where repair and overhaul... more
DefensePre-agreement between Israel and Hamas
Towards ceasefire; a pact for interim government
A ceasefire in the Middle East is an increasingly real possibility. This means that the truce is closer and that we are looking at post-conflict political management with renewed hope. This is what emerges... more
AirlinesUnmanned shuttles at New York airport
Service currently free will be active starting from mid-July
Unmanned shuttles arrive at "John Fitzgerald Kennedy" international airport in New York. The new vehicles will allow passengers to reach the various terminals of the US airport after leaving their car... more
AerospaceAriane 6 (2): Europe's new rocket powers into space
The next one is planned for launch this year on its first commercial flight
Europe's new heavy-lift rocket, Ariane 6, made its inaugural flight from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana at 16:00 local time on 9 July (+4 20:00 time BST, +5 21:00 time CEST).It is the latest in Europe's... more
AerospaceAvio: Ariane 6 maiden flight
Placing into orbit multiple payloads
The Ariane 6 launcher has successfully completed its maiden flight from the French Guiana Space Centre, placing into orbit multiple payloads. Avio is partner of the Ariane 6 program providing the solid... more
AirportsItalian Enav participates at "Ifis 2024" exhibition
Event scheduled from 8 to 12 July in Japan
The Italian flight assistance company (Enav), a public company that provides services to civil air navigation in the airspace under Italian jurisdiction, together with its subsidiary IdS AirNav, which... more
AerospaceAirbus awarded German Armed Forces prime contract for military communications satellite system
Its value amounts to €2.1 billion
Germany’s armed forces, the Bundeswehr, has awarded Airbus the SATCOMBw 3 prime contract for the next generation secure military satellite system which includes geostationary satellites as well as ground s... more
AirportsACI EUROPE reveals "Best Airport Award winners" for 2024
Digital, Eco, HR, Partner and Best (with its five sizes)
The annual ACI EUROPE Best Airport Award winners were announced yesterday during the event of the 34th ACI EUROPE Annual Congress and General Assembly, taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye, hosted by iGA... more
AirportsItaly. Brescia airport: parliamentary question on weapons transit
"High risk for the safety of workers" who handle dangerous goods
The story of the alleged transit of armaments at the "Gabriele d'Annunzio" civil airport of Brescia-Montichiari arrives in Parliament. Last June 29, 2024, the Italian airport was the scene of a protest,... more
HelicoptersBoeing delivers first CH-47F Block II "Chinook" helicopter to US Army
It is one of up to 465 in its fleet that will be modernized to the new configuration
In support of ongoing US Army modernization efforts, Boeing delivered the first CH-47F Block II "Chinook" helicopter. The aircraft is one of up to 465 in the Army’s fleet that will be modernized to th... more
AirportsIATA: Spanish Government should adopt ecological commission’s recommendations
To promote the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the Country
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the approval of a non-binding legislative proposal to the Spanish government to promote the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in... more
AerospaceThe mirror of the ELT telescope is ready
Extremely Large Telescope is the largest in the world and will be ready in 2028
The last hexagonal portion of the primary mirror of the future Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) of the European Southern Observatory (ESO) is ready. It is the largest telescope in the world, an initiative... more
DefenseThe Indra Group brand is born
Murtra (President): "We value core business defense, air traffic, space and IT"
Indra Group is born: it is a brand focused on the institutional and corporate fields through which the Indra technology company aims to strengthen the commercial positioning of the two main brands: Indra... more
AirlinesItaly. Olbia Airport: 350 hires in maintenance
New hope for technicians worldwide and ex-workers of Air Italy airline
Two technologically advanced hangars and 350 new hires. The aviation maintenance service at the Italian Olbia-Costa Smeralda airport, in Sardinia, restarts after a few years. This is thanks to the tender... more
Civil aviationSuccess for the Catl electric plane
Chinese company completes test flight with battery-powered aircraft prototype
The test flight of an electric plane made by the Chinese company Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (Catl), a company specializing in the production of batteries which is making progress in the development... more
Finance and economyRussia-North Korea military agreement
Putin: "We fight against hegemonic US and NATO policies against Moscow"
A treaty for strategic military cooperation between Russia and North Korea was signed. The agreement would have been signed in these hours by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on the occasion of Russian... more
HelicoptersBelgium chooses H-145M helicopter
For Armed Forces and Federal Police -DATA SHEET
The Kingdom of Belgium will procure 15 multi-role H-145M helicopters for the army and two units plus three options for the Federal Police. The contract was signed between the NATO Support and Procurement... more
AirportsItalian AMI. "Frecce Tricolori" planes landed in Canada
The "Nat 24" tour of North America is underway; return after over 30 years -PHOTO
Having left last June 10th from the Rivolto air base (Udine), after a transfer that lasted over four days and which included several technical stops in the Netherlands, Scotland, Iceland, Greenland and... more
Civil aviationArtificial intelligence reforms aviation
This technoloy is already implemented in airports and on board aircraft for some years
From the plane that lands and takes off on its own to remote traffic control: utopia and reality are the two extreme poles of what artificial intelligence can do. Today this technology is implemented at... more
AerospaceItaly could produce EU cargo space shuttles
Turin plant among the candidates for ESA's "Leo Cargo Return Initiative"
Cargo shuttles to travel and move goods autonomously in the cosmos. The European Space Agency (ESA) has started a program to develop spacecraft that could be built at the Italian-French company Thales... more