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Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Embraer releases third quarter 2017 results
São Paulo, Brazil - During 3Q17, the company delivered 25 commercial and 20 executive jets
Embraer releases today its third quarter 2017 results. Highlights - During 3Q17, Embraer delivered 25 commercial jets and 20 executive jet aircraft (13 light and 7 large); - The Company’s firm o... more
AirlinesMeridiana: MD-80 aircraft make their final scheduled flights next Tuesday
Olbia, Italy - Its 165-seat airplanes' retirement will be completed in Spring 2018
Since 1984, the Meridiana MD-80 aircraft has carried everyone from Europe and Italy to the Costa Smeralda beaches. On Tuesday October 31st. its final scheduled job will be the IG1116 commercial flight... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and finance. Boeing reports 3Q results
Chicago, Usa - Raises cash flow and EPS Guidance
Boeing reported yesterday third-quarter results. The highlights are: - Revenue of $24.3 billion, including a record 202 commercial aircraft deliveries - GAAP EPS of $3.06 and core EPS (non-GAAP)... more
Civil aviationCrisis. Aircraft pilots calling for support of colleagues through crowdfunding
Brussels, Belgium - The campaign comes in the aftermath of the recent flight cancellations in Europe
Empowering and supporting pilots in their efforts to collectively negotiate is the aim of a new crowdfunding campaign that has just been launched. It is expected to attract wide attention and donations... more
ConferencesICAO traveller identification event highlights key aviation role in combatting terrorism and cross-border crime
Montreal, Canada - This edition of the TRIP Symposium is seen as an important step in maintaining the global momentum on anti-terrorism priorities achieved via UNSC
The fight against international terrorist and criminal movements took another step forward this week, as experts and senior officials gathered for ICAO’s 13th Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP) S... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and finance. American Airlines Group reports Third-Quarter profit
Fort Worth, Usa - During the 3Q its operations were affected by Hurricanes "Harvey", "Irma" and "Maria", causing more than 8,000 flight cancellations
American Airlines Group Inc. today reported its third-quarter 2017 results, including these highlights: - Recorded a third-quarter 2017 pre-tax profit of $1.0 billion, or $1.1 billion excluding net... more
HelicoptersRostec will open helicopters maintenance center in Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico - It will serve the MI-8 and MI-17 models present in the Country and it will be also as sales structure
The Rostec State Corporation and its subsidiary holding company Russian Helicopters held negotiations with the Mexican company Craft Avia Center for the sale and maintenance of Ansat helicopters on the... more
Sport aviationAir sports personalities honoured in "FAI Awards"
Lausanne, Switzerland - The ceremony marked the start of the "111th FAI General Conference", which takes place today and tomorrow
Outstanding pilots and pioneers from across the global air sports arena were celebrated last night, Wednesday 25 October 2017, at the "2017 FAI Awards Ceremony" in Lausanne, Switzerland. The event was... more
AirlinesAustrian Airlines (Lufthansa): financial results as at September 30, 2017
Vienna, Austria - Q3: the carrier increases data significantly
Austrian Airlines unveiled the financial results as at September 30, 2017. Highlights of the finance results • At 100 million euros, adjusted EBIT after three quarters sharply up on previous year... more
AirportsHamburg Airport presents 2017/18 winter timetable
Hamburg, Germany - Two completely new destinations are joining to its network
The new winter timetable comes into effect at Hamburg Airport on 29 October, 2017. It is valid until 24 March, 2018. For the 2017/2018 winter season, the airlines are focussing on winter sun destinations,... more
AirportsFrankfurt Airport. Winter 2017/2018: new destinations added to schedule
Frankfurt, Germany - Increase in routes and seat capacity
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)’s new winter schedule will take effect when daylight saving time ends on October 28. In winter 2017/2018, 89 airlines will be offering passenger flights to 262 destinations in 1... more
IndustryIndustry and defence (4). Profumo (Leonardo): the company not got smaller
Rome, Italy - CEO speaks at the reunited Defence and Production commissions of the Chamber of the deputies
"I read always that Leonardo grew smaller", its CEO Alessandro Profumo declared it today at the reunited commissions of the Chamber of deputies. "You make me to say that a company would be seen not from... more
IndustryIndustry and defence (3). Profumo (Leonardo): customers orientation and capacity to adapt offer
Rome, Italy - CEO speaks at the reunited Defence and Production commissions of the Chamber
Alessandro Profumo, CEO of Leonardo, spoke at the reunited Commissions of the Chamber of deputies about the customers orientation and on the capacity to adapt the offer of the company to their needs. "We... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Lufthansa and Air Berlin purchase: towards monopoly?
Berlin, Germany - On some routes perhaps yes; the European Competition commissioner Margarethe Vestager would have said it
The European competition commissioner Margarethe Vestager perhaps recognise in the partial purchase of Air Berlin by the another German carrier Lufthansa, a possible monopoly on some connections. Some... more
IndustryProfumo-Leonardo (5): changing from a company that sells equipment to a company that sells services -VIDEO
Rome, Italy - The CEO of the industry also spoke about the tender for the T-X: we participate but will not make a price that could lead us to lose money
"More and more we shall change the company from a company that sells equipment into a company that sells services. Certainly I will not be there but I think that in around ten or maybe fifteen years, I... more
IndustryIndustry and defence (2). Profumo (Leonardo): to make choices on business portfolio
Rome, Italy - The CEO of the industry speaks at the Defence and Production reunited Commissions of the Chamber of deputies
In the occasion of the hearing with the Defence and Production reunited commissions of the Italian Chamber of Deputies, Profumo, CEO of Leonardo, speaking on the focused guidelines of reinforcement and... more
Science and technologyAirplanes. IATA and ACI launch "NEXTT": towards the use of the emerging technologies
Barcelona, Spain - The initiative will investigate in three areas; a number of key airports are already actively involved in projects
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Airports Council International (ACI) have launched the "New Experience in Travel and Technologies" ("NEXTT") initiative. In light... more
IndustryIndustry and defence. Profumo (Leonardo): necessary to invest into technologies on which the Italian Country wants to aim
Rome, Italy - Its CEO speaks at the Defence and Production reunited Commissions of the Chamber of deputies
"We can't invest in activities on which the Italian Country has not intention to invest as State". Alessandro Profumo, CEO of Leonardo said it during informal hearing at the Chamber of deputies speaking... more
IndustryFirst A-320neo airplane assembled in China delivered to Air Asia
Tianjin, China - FALA inaugurated in 2008 became the third location after Toulouse and Hamburg
AirAsia has taken delivery of the first A-320neo airplane assembled at the Airbus Final Assembly Line Asia (FALA) at a dedicated ceremony in Tianjin, China. The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines,... more
ConferencesAircraft and events. IATA: Asia Pacific priorities
Taipei, Taiwan - Infrastructure, regulations, sustainability, said DG and CEO at the AAPA assembly of Presidents
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for urgent action to address the challenges of infrastructure, regulatory harmonization and sustainability. Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s Director G... more
AirlinesAirplanes Alitalia: Cerberus equity group interested in the whole company
Rome, Italy - According to press rumors the project would include a stake that would remain State-owned and a form of profit-sharing with workers
According to rumors published by the "Financial Times" the private equity group Cerberus Capital Management would be interested in buying Alitalia keeping its business together: the proposal would have... more
IndustryUSAF adds six more A-29 aircraft to Afghanistan program fleet
Sparks, Usa - Production of these new airplanes is to start immediately in Jacksonville, Florida
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and its partner Embraer Defense & Security have received orders from the US Air Force’s (USAF) A-29 Afghanistan Program for six more A-29 Super Tucano aircraft. The A-29 i... more
Fair and showsLeonardo grows its footprint in Africa with new ATC systems and technology upgrades
Accra, Ghana - Thanks to two contracts, signed recently, for Somalia and Sudan
Leonardo has made further gains in the African Air Traffic Control (ATC) domain, announcing at "African Air Show 2017" yesterday that the company has signed two contracts to provide ATC systems for Somalia... more
Civil aviationDrone aircraft, airline and helicopter pilots weigh up in a workshop
Brussels, Belgium - Different, but still the same in the challenges and in the targets, in a sky to share
Drone aircraft, airline and helicopter pilots have much more in common than just the same airspace. This was the main conclusion of the first workshop for manned & unmanned aviation pilots, organised by... more
SecurityAmerican Airlines and TSA launch automated screeing lanes at Miami Airport
Miami, Usa - AA has also launched them at hubs in Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles and New York City
American Airlines (AA), in coordination with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Miami-Dade Aviation Department, has launched two automated security screening lanes in Terminal D at Miami... more
AirportsNew winter timetable set to start at Munich Airport
Munich, Germany - Passengers can choose from over 200 destinations around the world
The weekend ahead will bring another change, besides the annual resetting of clocks to end Daylight Saving Time: It also marks the start of Munich Airport's winter timetable. The new flight schedule will... more
AirportsAvinor boosts connectivity with Widerøe
Oslo, Norway - From next December 4
Widerøe will directly connect Avinor’s Oslo, Namsos and Rørvik airports for the first time this December considerably boosting connectivity across the country. Avinor’s long-term airline partner, Wider... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and finance. Lufthansa Group: its nine-month results
Frankfurt, Germany - From January to September and full year outlook for 2017
Lufthansa Group announced its nine-month results January to September 2017 - Adjusted EBIT raised EUR 883 million to EUR 2.6 billion - Revenues increased EUR 2.9 billion to EUR 26.8 billion - F... more
Science and technologyAircraft. IATA: passengers want technology to give them more control over their travel experience
Barcelona, Spain - The Association announced the results of its 2017 GPS
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2017 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) which revealed that passengers expect technology to give them more personal control over... more
HelicoptersAustralia. The Queensland Government orders two AW-139 helicopters
Rome, Italy - For aircraft fleet modernization programme
Leonardo announced today that the Government of Queensland in Australia has placed an order for two additional AgustaWestland AW-139 intermediate twin engine helicopters. The aircraft are expected to enter... more
CuriositiesOslo Airport is a finalist in an international architecture award
Oslo, Norway - For its extension
The American World Architecture News has released the list of buildings competing for the award for the most sustainable building of the year. The extension of Oslo Airport is one of the finalists. The... more
AirlinesRyanair: new cabin bag policy delayed
Dublin, Ireland - Until mid January 2018, more time to adjust to the changes, particularly during the busy Christmas period
Ryanair today (24 Oct) confirmed that it will delay its new cabin bag policy until 15th January 2018 to allow customers more time to adjust to the changes, particularly during the busy Christmas period.... more
IndustryATR offers new VMS, available on all its new aircraft from next March
Toulouse, France - New system allows airlines to further improve efficiency and passenger comfort
ATR, the world’s turboprop manufacturer, has certified its new Vibration Monitoring System (VMS) which will allow airlines to constantly monitor and fine tune propeller vibration. This innovation, which w... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. Italian ENAV: strikes on October 27 postponed
Rome, Italy - To November 10 for four hours (1:00pm-5pm)
ENAV (Italian Flight Assistance Company) informs that all strikes announced by the Filt-Cgil, Fit-Cisl, Uilt, Ugl TA and UNICA unions, fixed for next October 27, 2017 from 1:00pm to 5pm, have been postponed... more
AirlinesSingapore Airlines finalises order for Boeing aircraft (USD 13.8b)
Rome, Italy - For additional growth and fleet modernisation through the next decade
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has formally signed a firm order with Boeing for 20 B-777/9 airplanes and 19 B-787/10s, for additional growth and fleet modernisation through the next decade. The signing took... more
IndustryAir Mauritius takes delivery of its A-350XWB aircraft
Toulouse, France - The first model operator based in the Indian Ocean
Air Mauritius has taken delivery of its first A-350/900 aircraft, opening a new chapter for the Indian Ocean carrier. The airplane, leased from AerCap, was delivered during a ceremony held in Mauritius... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. IATA: 2036 forecast reveals passengers will nearly double to 7.8 bn
Geneva, Switzerland - Key facts for fast growing markets and regional growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects 7.8 billion passengers to travel in 2036, a near doubling of the 4 billion air travelers expected to fly this year. The prediction is based on... more
Finance and economySaab’s results January-September 2017
Linkoping, Sweden - Order bookings increased to MSEK 24,255 (14,960)
Defence and security company Saab presents the results for January-September 2017. During the first nine months of the year, order bookings increased to MSEK 24,255 (14,960). Major orders were received... more
IndustrySingapore Airlines announced order for 39 Boeing airplanes (20+19)
Washington, Usa - Models 777/9s and 787/10 Dreamliners; ceremony in the presence of Trump and Lee Hsien Loong
Boeing and Singapore Airlines (SIA) yesterday formally announced a deal for 20 B-777/9s and 19 B-787/10s, during a ceremony at the White House. The order, previously attributed to an unidentified customer,... more
HelicoptersRussian Helicopters and the Helicopter Center of the Mexican MoD continue cooperation
Mexico City, Mexico - The representatives of the center have commended the quality of the major repairs to Mi-147 conducted at the Novosibirsk aircraft repair plant
Ahead of the Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Denis Manturov's working visit to Mexico, the CEO of the Russian Helicopters Holding Company (part of Rostec State Corporation) Andrey Boginsky attended... more
AirlinesAer Lingus announces 2018 Summer schedule
Dublin, Ireland - Eight A-321 Long Range aircraft to provide further North Atlantic growth
Aer Lingus announced its 2018 Dublin Summer Schedule which features a brand new North American destination – Philadelphia - operating four times per week direct from Dublin from 25th March 2018. It is t... more
ConferencesRussian Helicopters participated in a forum
Mexico City, Mexico - "Trade and industrial dialogue: Russia and Mexico"
Russian Helicopters holding company (member of Rostec corporation) participated in the forum ‘Trade and Industrial Dialogue: Russia and Mexico’. Andrey Boginsky, General Director of the holding company has... more
Sport aviationFrance dominates at the 2nd FAI World Indoor Skydiving Championships
Losanne, Switzerland - More than 200 competitors from 23 countries
France walked away with a clutch of gold medals at the "2nd FAI World Indoor Skydiving Championships" on Sunday 22 October 2017, after putting in solid performances across a range of disciplines at the... more
Sport aviationOn this day in history: the modern world's first parachute jump
Losanne, Switzerland - It was on 22 October 1797 when the pioneering ballonist André-Jacques Garnerin became it
Two-hundred and twenty years ago yesterday, on 22 October 1797, pioneering balloonist André-Jacques Garnerin became the modern world's first successful parachutist. Born on 31 January 1769 in Paris,... more
HelicoptersEnstrom signs multi-ship 480G helicopter contract
Menominee, Usa - For six units: four for training the military pilots and two used for pilot training
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation signed a contract for six 480B-G turbine helicopters with LOM PRAHA TRADE as in the Czech Republic. The industry Representatives in the Czech Republic, Dan Tucek and Roland... more
ConferencesICAO: Middle East Directors General of Civil Aviation reach significant agreements
Montreal, Canada - On aviation safety, security and cooperation
Pointing to the 2.4 million jobs and 157 billion dollars in GDP that aviation has created in the region, ICAO Secretary General Fang Liu welcomed the endorsement of the ICAO Middle East (MID) No Country... more
Press releaseAmnesty International: key principles on the use and transfer of armed drone aircraft -SPECIALS AVIONEWS
Rome, Italy - A document with measures has been published by the Organization
The use of remotely piloted aircraft or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), most commonly known as drones, has grown rapidly in recent years. Given the increasing trend towards use of armed drones and their... more
ConferencesMiami Airport hosted regional briefing for US Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao
Miami, Usa - Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart convened local transportation leaders to discuss infrastructure and planning
Miami-Dade Aviation Director Emilio T. González and five other local transportation leaders met in the last days with US Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao for a regional infrastructure briefing hosted... more
UAS-DronesBoeing HorizonX invests in Unmanned Systems technology industry
Chicago, Usa - Partnership to explore technologies for defense and commercial applications
Boeing announced its investment in Near Earth Autonomy, a Pittsburgh-based company focused on developing a portfolio of technologies that enable safe and reliable autonomous flight. In addition to the... more
Finance and economyAirplanes. Piaggio Aero and transfer of its EVO division: Government uses "Golden Power"
Rome, Italy - The decision taken in the context of the council of Italian ministers of yesterday
The Italian council of ministers, upon request of the Defence Minister, Roberta Pinotti has decided yesterday the adoption of the decree of the prime minister to implement of special power, regarding the... more