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Press releaseWind Jet: increase of the fleet (12 airplanes) and passengers
Catania, Italy - Welcome to another 144-seat A-319
"Starting from July 29, 2011, the easyJet fleet will welcome another 144-seat Airbus A-319, for a total of 12 aircraft, as a confirmation the growth trend recorded by the airline in recent years. Therefore,... more
Press release"Paris Air Show": ALC buys up Airbus aircraft
Paris, France - It chooses 50 ones of A-320neo Family, 11 A-330 Family aircraft and one A-321
"Air Lease Corporation (ALC), the Los Angeles based aircraft leasing company has opted to expand its single-aisle and wide-body fleet portfolio with modern, eco-efficient Airbus aircraft. ALC signed a... more
Press releaseRolls-Royce to power enhanced Airbus A-350/1000 plane
Rome, Italy - For the Trent XWB
"Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has signed an agreement to be the exclusive engine provider for an enhanced version of the A-350/1000 aircraft. The new higher thrust version of the Trent... more
Press releaseItalian ANSV: C-172 airplane crashed in the area next to Piacenza, Italy
Rome, Italy - With three people on board
"Italian Air safety board (ANSV) established the forwarding of an its own investigator in Aglio, in the city of Coli (Piacenza), to make an inspection on the spot of the crash that, on Saturday in the... more
Press releaseAgustaWestland unveils the AW-189 helicopter (VIDEO)
Paris, France - Presented at the "Paris Air Show"
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, to unveil the AW-189, a new generation affordable multi-purpose twin-engine 8-tonne class helicopter designed in response to the growing market demand for higher... more
Press releaseItalian ENAC: published on its website an integration of 2010 traffic data with distribution between traditional and low-cost airlines
Rome, Italy - Classification of the first 50 carriers in Italy, general aviation's traffic chart
"ENAC (Italian civil aviation board) unveils that on its web-site www.enac.gov.it (direct link http://www.enac.gov.it/La_Comunicazione/Pubblicazioni/info1014822582.html) is available the update of the... more
Press releaseLM delivers tactical hardware for MEADS Intra-Fire Unit Communications
Orlando, Usa - The kit will support integration, test and qualification of the launcher
"Lockheed Martin (LM) recently delivered the first intra-fire unit communications kit qualified for use with the tri-national Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS). This kit, also known as the MEADS... more
Press releaseBlue-express: new flights Linate-Reggio Calabria (Italy)
Rome, Italy - Also opened flights from Fiumicino to the Calabrian city
"It's strengthening the presence of Blu-express and Blue Panorama Airlines in domestic network. With the great opening's news, today on June 17, the connection (from Monday to Friday) between Linate Airport... more
Press releaseBoeing projects market for 33,500 new airplanes over next 20 years
Paris, France - For $4 trillion
"Boeing forecasts a $4 trillion market for new aircraft over the next 20 years with a significant increase in forecasted deliveries. That’s according to the Boeing 2011 Current Market Outlook (CMO) released y... more
Press releaseLockheed Martin F-35 airplane program flight test update
Fort Worth, Usa - During May the program accomplished 378 ones versus a plan of 297
"Overall, the F-35 program remains ahead of the overall goals for test flights and test points year-to-date. Through May 31, the program accomplished 378 flights versus a plan of 297 and accomplished 3,342... more
Press releaseMoU Airbus-Cebu Pacific for 30 A-321neo aircraft: further details
Blagnac, France - Low-cost carrier also exercises options for seven more A-320s
"Cebu Pacific of the Philippines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airbus for the purchase of 30 A-321neo aircraft. The carrier has also exercised existing options for seven more standard... more
Press releaseMeridiana fly. Italian unions: signed reorganizatio's agreement
Rome, Italy - Signed during the night
"Signing an agreement in the night between Meridiana fly and Italian Filt, Cgil, Fit Cisl, Uiltrasporti, Ugltrasporti, Usb and professional associations Up, Ipa, Apm, Avia and Anpav concerning society... more
Press releaseCivil airplanes. Airbus presents a panoramic view of 2050
Paris, France - Intelligent cabin interiors replace class system for a bespoke flying experience
"The aircraft manufacturer Airbus, in advance of the Paris Airshow “Le Bourget”, invited the passengers of 2050 to discover its Concept Cabin - a whole new flying experience inspired by nature. Personalised zon... more
Press releasePiaggio Aero Industries to Villanova d'Albenga
Savona, Italy - The works for the realization of a new manufacturing plant
"Today marked a major achievement for Piaggio Aero's industrial growths programs as the Italian manufacturer celebrated the groundbreaking of its new Villanova d'Albenga (Savona) manufacturing plant which... more
Press releaseBoard of Directors of Italian ENAC establishes managerial and regency roles
Rome, Italy - The effective date of the mandates will be decided by the Director-General Quaranta
"Italian civil aviation board unveils that during today's board of directors, among the various issues on agenda, some managerial and regency roles were established: -Riccardo Perrone, Milan-Linate's... more
Press releaseDelta Air Lines and Alitalia announce resumption Pisa-New York flight
Pisa, Italy - Six times per week all Summer long
"Delta Air Lines and its joint-venture partner Alitalia announced yesterday the resumption of seasonal no-stop flight between Pisa's airport and 'JFK' of New York, starting from June, 10. Routes will operate... more
Press releaseA new look for Aeroporti di Roma's portal
Rome, Italy - At the center of digital communication with its main client: the passenger
"At the center of AdR' (Aeroporti di Roma) new digital communication with its main client: the passenger, who, the over 300 pages of the new site will accompany its travel experience, from planning to... more
Press releaseAeroporti di Roma shareholders' meeting resolves on the Board composition
Rome, Italy - With 11 members
"The ordinary Shareholders' Meeting of the company Aeroporti di Roma SpA chaired by Fabrizio Palenzona has been held yesterday on first call to resolve upon the reduction of the number of Board Members... more
Press releaseENAC: still not awarded the contract for the assignment of the air connections with Isola d'Elba
Rome, Italy - Under a public expenditure system, as previously announced
"As previously announced, Italian civil aviation board (ENAC) confirms that it's not yet concluded the bid proceeding for the assignment of the routes operated from and to Isola d'Elba and that, therefore,... more
Press releaseJet Airways: the second airline in India-Europe market
Milan, Italy - The carrier celebrates its 18th foundation anniversary this year
"With 12.800 seats per week, Jet Airways, Indian international carrier, imposes itself as the second largest company in India-Europe market, thanks to the increase of 14% of seat capacity due to the new... more
Press releaseStrong demand for used Airbus A-320 aircraft drives joint decision to stop freighter conversion programme
Toulouse, France - For economic reasons
"Airbus, EADS EFW and their Russian partners, United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) and IRKUT, have jointly decided to stop the A-320/A-321 Passenger to Freighter (P2F) conversion development programme for... more
Press releaseAir Berlin: more passengers and increased capacity utilization in May
Milan, Italy - The airline welcomed over 3,3 m on board of its aircraft
"In May 2011, Air Berlin welcomed 3,300,658 passengers on board, i.e. 3.9 percent more than in the corresponding month of the previous year (2010: 3,177,591 passengers). Fleet capacity utilization increased... more
Press releaseIATA announces new leadership: Tyler named DG and CEO from July 1st
Singapore, Singapore - Hartman to Chair Board of Governors
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced leadership changes at the conclusion of the Association’s 67th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Singapore.... more
Press releaseIATA reveals check-point of the future
Singapore, Singapore - How does it work and next steps
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) unveiled the first mock-up of a Check-point of the Future, designed to enhance security while reducing queues and intrusive searches at airports, using... more
Press releaseMalaysia Airlines to join oneworld
Singapore, Singapore - It will be the 15th partner of the alliance
"Malaysia Airlines is to join oneworld alliance. The airline was unanimously elected a oneworld member designate by the Chief Executives of the alliance's member airlines, at a meeting on the sidelines... more
Press releaseIATA (3) announces "2011 Eagle Awards"
Singapore, Singapore - Besides the exceptional recognitions and special mentions
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) awarded its prestigious '2011 Eagle Awards' to NAV CANADA and Prague Airport in recognition of their outstanding achievements in customer satisfaction,... more
Press releaseIATA (2): unity, leadership and innovation
Singapore, Singapore - These bold steps were spelled out by Giovanni Bisignani in his address after a decade
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the global aviation industry to build a platform for a sustainable future based on renewed leadership, continuous innovation, and a united... more
Press releaseIATA. Civil aircraft: industry 2011 profit outlook slashed to $4 billion
Singapore, Singapore - High oil prices, natural disasters, and political unrest take their toll
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) further downgraded its 2011 airline industry (civil airplanes)profit forecast to $4 billion. This would be a 54% fall compared with the $8.6 billion... more
Press releaseNew Bombardier Q-400 aircraft for QantasLInk
Sydney, Australia - A regional brand of Qantas Airways
"QantasLink announced yesterday it would add a new $30 million next generation 74-seat Bombardier Q-400 aircraft to its Moranbah schedule from late June following the completion of upgrading of the local... more
Press releaseIATA: international air traffic rebounds in April
Singapore, Singapore - The Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit from 5-7 June in Singapore
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced traffic results for April which showed a rebound in international markets with 16.5% growth compared to April 2010. While this is exaggerated... more
Press releaseItalian "Telefono Blu" association: cancelled flight or delayed?
Rome, Italy - Missed connection? Lost luggage? Passenger compensation
"As we approach the long summer holidays 'Telefono Blu Consumers' wants to remember some rights granted to the tourist-consumer, in case of inconvenience and discomfort created during the flights to reach... more
Press releaseCivil airplanes. IATA: Aviation Leaders Gather in Singapore
Singapore, Singapore - This is the third time that the city will host the AGM
"The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam will open the IATA 67th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit... more
Press releaseEC: 50,000 tourists to promote low season travel in the EU and South America
Brussels, Belgium - With an innovative collaborative project
"To increase low season travel, the European Commission promotes an innovative collaborative project between South America and Europe aimed at having 50,000 additional tourists. New promotional campaigns... more
Press releaseAlitalia connects Rome with Beijing and Rio de Janeiro starting from the 1st of June
Rome, Italy - More than 50 thousands reservations for the new two flights
"Alitalia connects Rome with Beijing and Rio de Janeiro. The new two intercontinental flights' inauguration happened on the 1st of June, at the airport of Rome-Fiumicino. Rome-Beijing flight is operated... more
Press releaseItalian Assaereo on the third Malpensa runway: dubious necessity's work
Rome, Italy - It's a priority to provide a better management for the existing facilities before making new ones
"Assaereo, Confindustria Italian Association carriers and operators of air transport, announced that during the Governing Council on Wednesday was confirmed the strong concern about the predicted costs'... more
Press releaseEutelsat's KA-Sat high throughput satellite goes live
Paris, France - Now available across Europe and the Mediterranean Basin
"Eutelsat Communications yesterday announced the commercial entry into service of its KA-SAT High Throughput Satellite, marking the official launch of its newgeneration Tooway broadband service. Eutelsat’s h... more
Press releaseENAC: works on Treviso's airport from June 1, to September 30
Rome, Italy - And temporary transfer of the flights to Venice's airport
"Italian civil aviation board unveils that because from June 1st to September 30th the airport of Treviso won't be operational to consent the implementation of planned adaptation and modernization works... more
Press releaseItaly: ENAC of Palermo starts investigation against Ryanair
Rome, Italy - For failure in passengers' assistance after flights cancelled to and from Pisa; checks also on other airports
"Following the closure of the airport of Pisa that took place yesterday evening, after the discovery in the airport area of an unexploded device dating back to World War II, some flights departing from... more
Press releaseAssaeroporti: Italian airports' growth is going on
Rome, Italy - April's data
"An increase around 20% (19.6%), 12.301.998 passengers passed through and 31 airports monitored on 37 by Assaeroporti, which recorded growth of double number: these are the data for the month of April... more
Press releaseAirbus statement regarding BEA information released today
Blagnac, France - The industry is committed to continuing to provide support to the French authority
"The preliminary information released by the BEA (Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses pour la Sécurité de l'Aviation Civile) today is consistent with facts published in the BEA preliminary and interim reports. Th... more
Press releaseRR: Trent 1000 awarded ETOPS approval for Dreamliner airplane
Rome, Italy - The engine received FAA certification in August 2007
"The Trent 1000, developed for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner airplane by global power systems company Rolls-Royce (RR), has been granted Extended Twin Engine Operations (ETOPS) approval by the Federal Aviation... more
Press releaseFinmeccanica's Board of Directors of yesterday
Rome, Italy - It has assigned specific powers to Pansa, appointed COO of the Group on May 4
"Finmeccanica’s Board of Directors, which met yesterday, has assigned specific powers to Alessandro Pansa, appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Group on 4 May. Chief Operating Officer Alessandro P... more
Press releaseSaab AB expands its presence in the UK
London, United Kingdom - New headquarters and engineering design center in London
Saab AB, the company based in Stockholm, Sweden, that since 1937 has been dealing with aerospace, defense and security, has recently unveiled in a press release it's going to add a new headquarters in... more
Press releaseItalian ADUC: volcano Grismswotn, in Iceland. The rights of passengers and tourists
Florence, Italy - Assistance; free advice
According to an ADUC (Italian association for the rights of users and consumers) press release "The eruption of the Icelandic volcano Grimswotn during these days is beginning to paralyze the air traffic... more
Press releaseItalian ENAC entitles to St Francis of Assisi the airport of Perugia
Rome, Italy - The satisfaction of the President of the Board
ENAC, the Italian civil aviation board, unveils that today the airport director of ENAC of Ancona-Pescara, Silvia Ceccarelli, issued a decree to dedicate the airport of Perugia to St Francis of Assisi. The... more
Press releaseBAE wins contract to maintain Typhoon's front-line capability
Warton, United Kingdom - From Minister of Defense
BAE Systems unveiled in a press release it "Has been awarded long term contracts worth a total of pound39m by the UK's Ministry of Defence (MOD) to provide support services to ensure that Typhoon continues... more
Press releaseYesterday the 136th plenum of the Civil Aviation Authority general directors of the 44 ECAC member States
Rome, Italy - Security, safety and environment among the subjects discussed. There was also ENAC director Quaranta, who explained the programme of Taormina ENAC assembly
The National Agency for Civil Aviation (ENAC) announced that yesterday, May 17, 2011, was held in Paris the 136th plenum of General Directors of Civil Aviation of the 44 Member States of ECAC, European... more
Press releaseItalian ENAC (2): complacency for the election of Quaranta to the top management of Eurocontrol
Rome, Italy - Expressed by the President Riggio and the Board of Director of the Authority
The President of ENAC (Italian Civil Aviation Authority), Vito Riggio and the Board of Director of the Authority express deep complacency for the election occurred yesterday in Brussels of the General... more
Press releaseItalian Enac: Managing Director Quaranta elected at Eurocontrol's top
Rome, Italy - Mandate bestowed will last two years
The Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) announced yesterday, on May 12, 2011, in Brussels, that Alessio Quaranta, Managing Director of ENAC, has been elected vice-chairman of the assembly (Provisional... more
Press releaseENAC (3): Catania's airport will remain closed until tomorrow, 13 May, at 6:00 am
Rome, Italy - The situation keeps being followed by the task force
ENAC, Italian civil aviation board, informs that due to weather conditions, which keep causing the presence of volcanic ashes on the runway of Catania's airport, during the meeting of the task force,... more