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IndustryFirst A-330neo airplane made its maiden flight
Toulouse, France - Powered by the RR Trent 7000 turbofans
The first A-330neo took off this morning at Blagnac in Toulouse, France at 09:57 hrs local time, for its maiden flight taking place over south-western France. The aircraft, MSN1795, is a A-330/900 and... more
AirportsHamad Airport ranked 2nd "Best International Airport", according to a survey
Doha, Qatar - In the World by Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2017
Hamad International Airport (HIA) was ranked second in the Top 10 International Airports in the "Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2017" readers' survey. The magazine’s World’s Best awards recognise the... more
AirlinesAlitalia: new edition of "MilleMiglia" program from next January 1st
Rome, Italy - Deadline to redeem miles extended until 31/3/2018 to fly by 31 March 2019
The new edition of the "MilleMiglia", Alitalia’s loyalty program that today boasts over 5 million members, will start on 1 January 2018. The current edition, which started on 1 January 2013, will end o... more
ConferencesICAO Council President highlights pertinence of its global plans to effective leadership
Montreal, Canada - At 27th "ACI AFRICA/WORLD Conference"
Delivering his keynote address to the "27th ACI AFRICA/WORLD Conference" in Port Louis, Mauritius, on the theme of ‘bold leadership in a time of change’, ICAO Council President Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu hig... more
ConferencesCooperation and assistance key to enhancing safety in ICAO’s Europe and North Atlantic Region
Montreal, Canada - During ICAO Regional Safety Management Symposium in Tallinn (Estonia)
Addressing the ICAO Regional Safety Management Symposium in Tallinn, Estonia, the Secretary General of the UN specialized agency for civil aviation stressed the need to enhance cooperation and assistance... more
Science and technologyNTU and Saab partnership to develop innovative high-end digital technology
Linkoping, Sweden - A MoU has been signed today
Defence and security company Saab and Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore), one of the world’s research-intensive institutions, will set up a joint research centre as part of a collaboration t... more
AirportsFinnish airport operator reaches new passenger highs in 3Q2017
Helsinki, Finland - The total growth in the 21 airports operated by Finavia was 9.4%
The number of passengers continued to grow in the third quarter of 2017, as expected. The total growth in the 21 airports operated by Finavia was 9.4%. International passenger volumes grew even more rapidly,... more
MuseumsEtihad Airways signs important partnership
Abu Dhabi, UAE - With Louvre Abu Dhabi taht will officially open on November 11
Louvre Abu Dhabi today signed the first exclusive platinum partnership with Etihad Airways during a symbolic ceremony took place under the museum’s dome. It will officially open on 11 November as an i... more
ConferencesEuropean Parliament hosts today the 3rd EU Aeronautics Conference
Brussels, Belgium - With the support of ASD
Over 300 delegates are meeting in Brussels today for the 3rd EU Aeronautics Conference, organised by the European Parliament Sky & Space Intergroup and supported by ASD. The conference brings together... more
IndustryFlight from Irkutsk to Zhukovsky performed by MC-21 aircraft
Moscow, Russia - The airplane covered 4 500 kilometres in a non-stop flight that lasted 6 hours
On 17 October 2017 a flight from the test airfield of the Irkutsk Aviation Plant to Zhukovsky Airport (owned by the Rostec Corporation) was performed by test aircraft MC-21/300 in order to continue the... more
Fair and showsVector Aerospace emphasizing safety with its AS-350/EC-130 aircraft crash-resistant fuel system
Fort Worth, Usa - On display at "AMTC 2017"
Vector Aerospace, a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, exhibits for the second time at the Association of Air Medical Services’ "Air Medical Transport C... more
Civil aviationExecuJet St Maarten returns to operations post-"Irma" hurricane
Porto Rico, Caribbean - The Falcon 8X aircraft took off from its facility in the Caribbean in the last days
ExecuJet, part of the Luxaviation Group, has announced that its FBO in St Maarten, which along with the rest of the island was extensively affected by Hurricane "Irma", is back to operational capability... more
CuriositiesBlue Air to ask passengers to help choose their next destination from Liverpool Airport
Liverpool, UK - Previously the airline asked locals to design the livery of the first UK based aircraft
Liverpool’s newest airline, Blue Air, wants to know where you want to fly to next Summer. They are now giving the region’s travellers the chance to submit destinations they wish to see the carrier ser... more
IndustryEmbraer announces delivery of the first E-190E2 airplane in April of 2018
Athens, Greece - The Brazilian industry confirmed it today during the annual general meeting of ERA
Embraer confirmed today April of 2018 as the delivery date of the first E-190E2 to Widerøe, the aircraft’s launch operator. The announcement was made at a press briefing in Athens, Greece, during the an... more
AirportsAci Europe: airports respond to A4E’s hollow ‘revelations’
Brussels, Belgium - The findings of a new study on airport charges were revealed… but not the actual study
At an event in Brussels yesterday organised by the airline association A4E, the findings of a new study on airport charges were revealed… but not the actual study. The findings announced were media-friendly, h... more
CuriositiesEmirates launched campaign to promote Dubai hub -VIDEO
Dubai, UAE - For USD 15 million
Emirates launched a USD 15 million campaign to inspire travel and promote the airline’s extensive network of global destinations including its home and hub, Dubai. The campaign is backed by the iconic s... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and jobs. Aer Lingus launched pilot recruitment drive; the closing date is on October 29
Milan, Italy - Over 100 positions available in one of Europe’s fastest growing airlines; it plans to recruit over 200 units over the next 3 years
Aer Lingus announced its largest ever pilot recruitment drive with over 100 direct entry pilot positions available at its home base in Dublin airport. Ireland’s airline promises an exciting career flying m... more
Sport aviationThe FAI at the heart of the "Red Bull Air Race 2017"
Losanne, Switzerland - The top three pilots on the podium: Yoshihide Muroya (1), Martin Sonka (2) and Pete McCleod (3)
The FAI, World Air Sports Federation, congratulates the winners of this season’s "Red Bull Air Race 2017". The Red Bull Air Race World Championship ended in superb style this year, with three winners c... more
AirportsBoston-Logan to offer non-stop service to Brazil
Boston, Usa - LATAM Airlines will fly between Boston and São Paulo Summer 2018
Boston’s first non-stop flight to Brazil will begin next Summer with the launch of LATAM Airlines Brazil’s service from Boston to São Paulo, the 54th international destination to be served by Logan thro... more
Fair and showsAircraft. Leonardo introduces new terminal and wide area multilateration solution to identify co-operative targets
Washington, Usa - On the airport surface, in Terminal Maneuvering Area and en-route airspace
Leonardo brings to market the 3400 Multi Sensor Surveillance System (MSSS), the company’s latest Air Traffic Control terminal and wide area surveillance solution, at the 62nd Annual "ATCA" (Air Traffic C... more
AirlinesAirplanes Alitalia. The submitted offers are seven, details are confidential
Rome, Italy - Among the acquisition proposals there are also those from Lufthansa and easyJet
Referring to the deadline for the submission of the binding offers for the acquisition of Alitalia the company under special administration announced yesterday that "seven envelopes have been delivered... more
PeopleAirplanes and roles. Peter Bellew as Chief Operations Officer of Ryanair
Milan, Italy - He previously worked in it until 2014, latterly as Director of Flight Operations
Ryanair today (17 Oct) announced that Peter Bellew would re-join the airline as Chief Operations Officer. He is currently the CEO of Malaysia Airlines will take over responsibility for all low-cost’s f... more
IndustryAirplanes. Airbus and Bombardier announce C Series partnership
Montreal, Canada - Ownership structure and agreement highlights
Airbus and Bombardier announce C Series partnership. The highlights are: • Airbus to acquire majority stake in the C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership; • Partnership brings together two complementary pro... more
Fair and showsATR airplanes at the Seoul "ADEX 2017"
Seoul, South Korea - The industry has been particularly successful in the region in recent years
The regional turboprop manufacturer ATR (a joint-venture between Airbus and Leonardo), attends the Seoul International "Aerospace & Defence Exhibition 2017" ("Seoul ADEX 2017"), between the 17th and 22nd... more
Fair and showsCollaboration agreement in South Korea for avionics technologies
Seoul, South Korea - Signed today between Leonardo and Hanwha Systems at "ADEX"
At a ceremony held during the 2017 edition of the "Seoul ADEX" exhibition, Leonardo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hanwha Systems, one of South Korea's reference aerospace systems... more
ConferencesICAO Conference on sustainable alternative fuels agrees on new 2050 Vision
Montreal, Canada - To guide future development and deployment
ICAO Member States have agreed on a new 2050 Vision for Sustainable Aviation Fuels which will now help to ensure that conventional jet fuels are substituted with sustainable alternatives to a significant... more
Fair and showsUS Navy selects Leonardo to supply safety critical ILS for naval air stations
Washington, Usa - Up to 31 Instrument Landing Systems to the Navy, over 144 already delivered to the USAF
Leonardo was selected through a competitive procurement as the provider of up to 31 Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) by the US Navy to equip Department of Navy installations. The company announced the... more
AirlinesCobalt Air received a prize
Larnaca, Cyprus - For its activity over the first year of its operations
The executive team at Cobalt Air announced that CAPA, the global airline research company has named the fledgling carrier as the "CAPA Airline Start-Up of the Year". The prize has been awarded to the... more
ConferencesEconomic development and CAA autonomy top items discussed
Montreal, Canada - During ICAO President mission to Mauritius
On the occasion of his visit to Mauritius to attend the "27th ACI AFRICA/WORLD Conference", ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Council President Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu held bilateral talks... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia: seven envelopes delivered to associate notary's office
Rome, Italy - The special commissioners will now begin their evaluation
The Italian carrier communicated yesterday in a note that: "Seven envelopes have been delivered today at the Atlante Cerasi associate notary’s office in Rome. The Special Commissioners of Alitalia w... more
AerospaceEquipment contract for ESA’s Biomass mission
Rome, Italy - The launch is planned in 2021
Thales Alenia Space (TAS) has signed a contract with Airbus Defence and Space (DS) to develop the feed array system for the antenna on the European Space Agency’s Biomass spacecraft. This equipment is e... more
Press releaseRyanair: processing of refunds/moves now almost completed
Milan, Italy - Punctuality update
Ryanair yesterday updated its progress on the schedule change of 18,000 (2%) of its 800,000 flights between November and March, with 97% of customers’ refund or re-routing requests now completed, and u... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Air France-KLM: 2017-2018 Winter schedule
Paris, France - Increasing capacity; 52 new routes; 102 Boeing equipped with its latest travel cabins
For the 2017-2018 Winter season (from 29 October 2017 to 24 March 2018), Air France-KLM is continuing its growth strategy by offering 52 new services. The Group is increasing capacity by 5.5% compared... more
Sport aviation14 October: Felix Baumgartner's record skydive from the edge of Space
Losanne, Switzerland - He set three FAI world records
On this day in history, Felix Baumgartner jumped from the edge of Space setting three FAI world records in the process. Felix Baumgartner, an Austrian skydiver and pilot, set three major FAI world records... more
HelicoptersAW-169 helicopter scores first contract success in the US emergency services market
Rome, Italy - Leonardo annonced it today at the "AMTC" in Texas
Leonardo announced today at the "Air Medical Transport Conference" ("AMTC") in Fort Worth, USA that Travis County, Texas has signed a contract for three AgustaWestland AW-169s for its STAR Flight program... more
ConferencesICAO SG highlights value of cooperation and assistance when addressing aviation sector growth
Montreal, Canada - During the "2017 Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium"
Speaking at the "2017 ICAO Global Aviation Cooperation Symposium" hosted by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA) and the Athens International Airport, ICAO Secretary General Fang Liu delivered... more
Fair and showsSaab at "ADEX 2017"
Seoul, South Korea - The industry has a sgnificant presence in South Korea
Defense and security company Saab exhibits at the "Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhbition" ("Seoul ADEX 2017"), in Seoul, Republic of Korea, from 17 to 22 October. It is a major forum for... more
IndustryEmbraer announces order for six A-29 Super Tucano airplanes
São Paulo, Brazil - For an undisclosed customer
Embraer announced today a firm order for 6 (six) A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced training aircraft from an undisclosed customer. The aircraft can be used for tactical and advanced training... more
AirlinesAirplanes and trends: 18 destinations selected in 2018
Milan, Italy - British Airways made its list of the top routes of the next year
British Airways has revealed its annual travel predictions for the year ahead selecting the top 18 must-see destinations for 2018. Highly-anticipated sporting events, new routes and TV programmes all... more
Fair and showsAirplanes, helicopters and event. "ADEX 2017" (October 17-22) in Seoul -VIDEO
Seoul, South Korea - The first four days for the exhibitors, the other two to the public
"Aerospace and Defense EXhibition" ("Adex") will take place from October 17 to 22, 2017, at the Seoul international airport. The first four days are dedicated to the exhibitors, while the other two to... more
Fair and showsDefence: "Bidec 2017", event from October 16-18 in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrein - The local defence forces are currently upgrading their capabilities and systems
Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the "BIDEC – the Bahrain International Defence Exhibition & Conference", takes place 16-18 October 2017 at Bahrain International Exhibition &... more
HelicoptersExpanding presence in Japan includes first AW-189 helicopter for a Japanese customer
Rome, Italy - And the first firefighting configured AW-169 and two AW-139s
Leonardo announced today that it has significantly grown its market share in the Japanese helicopter market by securing orders for AW-169, AW-139 and AW-189 helicopters in firefighting configuration following... more
Fair and showsLeonardo at "Bidec" presents its M60 tank upgrade package
Manama, Bahrein - At the first edition of the event
Leonardo presents its M60 tank overhaul and upgrade programme, which offers a complete modernisation of the platform. The unveiling takes place at the first edition of the "Bahrain International Defence... more
Fair and showsLeonardo promotes its latest helicopters and defence electronics at Seoul "ADEX 2017"
Seoul, South Koree - The company’s AW-159 model provides a technology advantage to the Republic of Korea Navy
Leonardo will once again attend the Seoul International "Aerospace and Defence Exhibition" ("Seoul ADEX") -stand B82 in Hall B- from October 17-22. The industry is known in Korea as the provider of the... more
HelicoptersThird H-160 helicopter prototype joins the flight test campaign
Marignane, France - The PT3 performed its maiden flight at the company's headquarters this afternoon
The third H-160 prototype (PT3) performed its maiden flight at the Airbus Helicopters company’s headquarters this afternoon. PT3, with its cabin interior configuration similar to that of a serial aircraft, w... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia: on the 16th the opening of tenders. No offer for Alitalia in its entirety
Rome, Italy - Alitalia "in pieces". Did Delrio notice it?
To the knowledge of AVIONEWS the three commissioners of Alitalia did not receive any offer for a purchase of the airline under special administration that would leave the company as a whole. Lufthansa... more
Fair and shows"NBAA's 2017" with about 100 aircraft on static display and unveiled new models
Las Vegas, Usa - This year the Global 7000, G-600 and PC-24 made their debut at the show
The "National Business Aviation Association" (NBAA) yesterday brought to a close its 2017 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition ("NBAA-BACE"), and event organizers reported the show was an all-around... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Etihad Airways to launch flights to Azerbaijan
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Effective 2 March 2018
Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch scheduled flights between Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and Baku, the capital city of the Republic of Azerbaijan, effective 2 March 2018.... more
IndustrySepang Aircraft Engineering becomes a fully owned Airbus subsidiary
Toulouse, France - Boosting growth strategy of Services by Airbus in Asia Pacific
Sepang Aircraft Engineering (SAE), an MRO centre based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, partially owned by Airbus since 2011, has become a fully owned industry subsidiary, following the acquisition by the company... more
Civil aviationDSNA and IATA to cooperate on French ATM Strategy
Geneva, Switzerland - It is composed in five elements
DSNA, the French Air Navigation Service provider, and IATA, the International Air Transport Association, have agreed to cooperate on the development of a French Air Traffic Management (ATM) Strategy (FAS). In... more