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AccidentsUN an-26B/100 plane suffers damage while going off runway during landing
It happened a few hours ago at the airport of Ndélé, Central African Republic; 2 injured
An Antonov An-26B/100, registration UR-ELB and operated by Air Urga for the United Nations, was involved in an accident a few hours ago at Ndélé airport, in the north-east of the Central African Republic. T... more
AirlinesAir traffic growth in Italy in 2024: over 218 million passengers
Up 11% from the previous year. Sector recovering
According to the latest data, Italian commercial aviation has seen a significant recovery in 2024, with a total of 218.4 million passengers, up 11% compared to the previous year. These figures testify... more
Airlines"Bit 2025" (2). ITA Airways' presence at the event
Summer 2025: 59 destinations; Winter 25-26 new flight
ITA Airways participates for the third consecutive year in the "Borsa Internazionale del Turismo" ("BIT"), taking place in Milan from February 9 to 11. The airline will be present in Pavilion 9 with... more
AirlinesHeathrow Airport: CAA to review pricing regime
Operators and airlines call for a profound reform of the regulatory model
'Heathrow Reimagined: A Better Hub for Britain' campaign launched more
AerospaceSpace Norway orders THOR 8 satellite from Thales Alenia Space
With a launch mass of 4 metric tons; launch in 2027
Space Norway, Northern Europe’s leading satellite operator, and Thales Alenia Space (TAS), a joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), today announced they have signed a contract for the s... more
AccidentsKLM B-787/9 airplane makes emergency landing in San José, Costa Rica
Windshield damage detected during Atlantic overflight. Flight safety decision made
Yesterday, on February 9, a Boeing -787/9 airplane operating KLM flight 759, taking off from Amsterdam-Schiphol Airport, had to make an emergency landing at the "Juan Santamaría" International Airport... more
AirportsOlbia intends to name the airport after Prince Karim Aga Khan IV
The request was officially submitted today by the Municipality to the competent authorities
The recent passing of HH Karim Aga Khan has deeply shaken the community of Olbia, prompting the Municipality to pay homage to the late prince. Mayor Settimo Nizzi, on the occasion of the proclamation of... more
AirportsChinese markets up: raising consumption drive Shanghai and Shenzen
Strong contribution from Lunar New Year: airports and train stations stormed by travellers
Chinese Stock Exchanges closed the session with positive results, overcoming initial uncertainties. The Shanghai Composite index gained 1.01% to stand at 3,303.67 points, while the Shenzhen Composite rose... more
AerospaceTAS and Nibe sign a satellite supply contract
For Earth observation constellation project
Thales Alenia Space (TAS), the joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with NIBE Space (a subsidiary of NIBE Limited) concerning the supply of a high-resolution optical... more
AirlinesAir Canada announces new Naples-Montreal route
More air connections from Italy for Summer 2025
Air Canada inaugurates a new direct route between Naples and Montreal for Summer 2025, further consolidating its presence in Italy for a total of four destinations (Milan, Rome, Venice, Naples). The presentation... more
DefenseSouth Korea, Thailand: military leaders meet to strengthen cooperation
At the center of the talks are UAV aerial systems, cyberspace and joint exercises such as Cobra Gold
The military leaders of South Korea and Thailand met in Seoul yesterday to discuss new strategies for defense cooperation, with a focus on drone aircraft, cyberspace and joint exercises. The meeting, hosted... more
IndustryEmbraer and Flexjet: purchase agreement for Phenom and Praetor aircraft
Valued at up to USD $7 billion, including a firm order of 182 airplanes and 30 options, services and support
Embraer Executive Jets, a division of Embraer, announced today a purchase agreement with Flexjet, global reference in the fractional jet ownership segment. The agreement comprises a fleet of Embraer business... more
AccidentsCRJ-700 Plane-UH-60 Helicopter collision: NTSB updates on investigation status
Wreck recovery and analysis, radar data and flight altitude, recorder decryption and maintenance - VIDEO
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB, an independent investigative agency of the United States Government), which is leading the investigation, is continuing operations to recover the wreckage... more
AirportsAVIONEWS at the ‘Airport Day’ event (4): speech by Salvini (Italian MIT)
“The Ministry of Infrastructure stands by Assaeroporti"
At the conclusion of the “Airport Day” meeting, the Italian Minister of Infrastructure and Transport (Mit), Matteo Salvini, spoke. Asked at the end of the conference about the duties announced by US Pre... more
AirportsAVIONEWS at "Airport Day" (3): speech by Pierluigi Di Palma (Italian Enac)
Today's achievements thanks to several factors, including Government intervention and the ITA-Lufthansa agreement
Pierluigi Di Palma, president of Enac (Italian Civil Aviation Authority), spoke at the press conference entitled “Airports on track for the country”, where “Airport Day” was celebrated. “During the pande... more
AirportsAVIONEWS at "Airport Day" (2): speech by the Assaeroporti's President
Borgomeo: "The success of the airport system has reached numbers we did not expect”
A press conference was held this morning on the occasion of “Airport Day”, an Italian event promoted by Assaeroporti, the Association of Italian Airports, which represents 26 airport management companies for... more
AirportsAVIONEWS at the “Airport Day” event: in Rome conference “Airports on the runway for the Country”
During the meeting, Italian airports manifesto was presented; Salvini (MIT) also participated
A press conference entitled “Airports on the runway for the Country” is being organised today in Rome on the occasion of “Airport Day”, a national event promoted by Assaeroporti. The initiative, spread... more
DefenseKC-390 Millennium, Embraer's flagship aircraft at "Aero India 2025"
At the Brazilian company's stand, this and other solutions for the defense sector
Embraer announced today that it will be present at "Aero India 2025", Asia's leading aerospace and defense event scheduled for February 10-14. The Brazilian company will showcase its flagship KC-390 multi-mission... more
AirlinesJal Group: results for the 3Q of FY ending March 2025
It announced changes to the BoD and executive officers
The JAL Group announced yesterday the consolidated financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2025 (April 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024).Summary: - Revenues and profits increased... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma: today handling staff strike
Report on a small fire at Rome-Ciampino aiport
Brief. Due to the Italian strike impacting ground handling services on February 5, 2025, some flights may be delayed or cancelled. Aeroporti di Roma (AdR) in a statement said that passengers are therefore... more
AirlinesAVIONEWS interviewed Sandro Pappalardo, ITA Airways President
Goals, future of the company and key role of the staff - VIDEO
After a joint press-conference between ITA Airways and the Lufthansa Group (see for details AVIONEWS) to make the merger for the press official between the two groups, AVIONEWS asked Sandro Pappalardo,... more
IndustryAirbus: to define France's future maritime patrol aircraft
Signed a contract for a risk-assessment study of the programme
The French Defence Procurement Agency (Direction Générale de l'Armement) has signed a contract with Airbus Defence and Space as prime contractor, in partnership with Thales, for a risk-assessment study o... more
Civil aviationAircraft and electric engines. ENGINeUS (2): certification, an important milestone for EASA
First test bed for SC E-19, an innovative regulation for an evolving sector
Safran has today received the first type certificate for an engine compliant with Special Condition (SC) E-19, the first in the world for electric and/or hybrid propulsion systems. The certification by... more
AirportsEuropean aviation sector’s new decarbonisation roadmap is a reality check for the Commission
To set out a strategy that reflects the role sector plays in economy and global competitiveness
Europe’s aviation sector today called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to set out an Aviation Strategy that reflects the essential role aviation plays in Europe’s economy and global com... more
Civil aviationAircraft and Sustainability: EASA certifies first Safran electric engine
ENGINeUS 100 variant B1, designed for new air mobility, compliant with SC E-19
Safran Electrical & Power "marks a milestone in aviation history": the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has certified the ENGINeUS 100, the first electric engine designed to power aircraft intended... more
IndustryEmbraer celebrated 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 Millennium aircraft
Lasted one hour and 25 minutes - VIDEO and PHOTO GALLERY
Embraer celebrated yesterday 10 years of the first flight of the KC-390 Millennium, the next-generation multi-mission tactical transport aircraft. The maiden flight, which took place in Gavião Peixoto... more
Civil aviationNBAA issues statement on pause for Canada and Mexico tariffs
Following the Trump administration’s announced intention
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) issued yesterday the following statement following the Trump administration’s recently announced intention to pause planned tariffs for Canada and Mexico.“Business avia... more
AirportsLufthansa Cargo opts for electric company car fleet
First e-vehicles in use since February 2025
Lufthansa Cargo will be using electric cars in its fleet of company cars in the future. The total of 30 vehicles used for business trips at the Frankfurt hub are to be gradually replaced with new electric... more
AirlinesAVIONEWS interviewed Joerg Eberhart, CEO of ITA Airways
“Growth and new hires in two years” – VIDEO and PHOTO
At the end of the press conference (see for details AVIONEWS) organized by ITA Airways and Lufthansa in the occasion of the official celebration with press of the Italian-flag airline’s entry in the G... more
AirlinesAVIONEWS at the ITA Airways-Lufthansa Group conference
Full integration and growth expected in two years - VIDEO
A press conference was held today with the top management of ITA Airways and the Lufthansa Group. ITA was represented by its President, Sandro Pappalardo, CEO Joerg Eberhart, and board members; Lufthansa... more
AirlinesAna Holdings financial results: 9m ended December 31, 2024
It has revised and risen its full-year forecasts
ANA HOLDINGS INC. today reports its financial results for the nine months ended December 31, 2024.The highlights are: ANA HOLDINGS INC posted revenues of 1,702.7 billion yen and increased passenger volume,... more
Civil aviationConflict zones in the Middle East: EASA updates on information
Bulletins replaced by information on remaining risks in the airspace of Israel, Iran, Southern Red Sea
Czib on Lebanon remains until next March more
AccidentsPlane-helicopter collision: number of radar men abnormal at "Reagan"
US: Transportation Secretary confirms investigation branch into tower staffing at time of accident
Washington Airspace Management: a complex picture between insufficient resources and congested traffic more
AccidentsHouston: United plane engine catches fire while taxiing
All occupants unharmed, disembarked with slides - VIDEO
The news still tells us about an accident that occurred on American territory, fortunately without consequences: yesterday morning, February 2, 2025, the passengers of United Airlines flight 1382, operated... more
AirlinesITA Airways (3) unveils new commercial initiatives in synergy with Lufthansa Group
Partnership between Volare and Miles & More, with additional benefits for passengers
Today, ITA Airways hosted its first press conference of 2025 at its headquarters in Rome-Fiumicino. The event was presented by Sandro Pappalardo, Chairman of ITA Airways, Joerg Eberhart, CEO of ITA Airways,... more
AirlinesITA Airways into the Lufthansa Group (2): integration has commenced
The Italian airline will move from March into T1 in Frankfurt and into T2 in Munich
The Italian carrier leaves SkyTeam to enter into Star Alliance in 1H2026 more
AirportsFrankfurt Airport to regularly use walk through scanners for passengers
Federal Police approves it following a roughly one-year test phase at T1
Frankfurt is one of the world’s first airports to regularly employ walkthrough scanners for passenger security checks. Following a roughly one-year test phase at Concourse A in Terminal 1, the German F... more
AirlinesITA Airways-Lufthansa press conference today in morning
With the top management of the two airlines as speakers
ITA Airways press conference will take place today, on Monday February 3, at 10:30 am, at the airline's headquarters in Fiumicino (Via Alberto Nassetti 2).The speakers are:Sandro Pappalardo, Chairman ITA... more
AccidentsAmbulance aircraft crashes in Philadelphia: 6 dead, one on ground
Into a residential area. On board a sick child, parents and medical staff
A serious airplane crash occurred yesterday evening northeast of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, where a medical transport aircraft, a Learjet 55 registration XA-UCI, operated by the Mexican company Jet... more
AirlinesLufthansa Group: Julia Hillenbrand VP Sales Europe, Middle East and Africa
She replaces Lorenza Maggio, BoD of ITA Airways
Julia Hillenbrand has been appointed as the new Vice President Sales EMEA Lufthansa Group Airlines. She is taking over the responsibility of all commercial and sales activities of all Lufthansa Group airline... more
AirlinesTAAG Angola Airlines receives the B-787 airplane
Its first of four Dreamliner aircraft on order
Boeing delivered the first of four 787 Dreamliner airplanes to TAAG Angola Airlines, debuting the airline’s new livery. The B-787/9 and subsequent deliveries of the fuel-efficient widebody jet will advance t... more
AirlinesKenya Airways achieves EASA Part-145 certication
The airline and Air India enter code-share partnership
Kenya Airways Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) announced its attainment of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-145 Certification. This milestone signifies a significant leap for... more
DefenseEDF: to develop next generation defence technologies and innovation
European Commission has adopted the fifth annual work programme for over EUR 1 bn
The European Commission (EC) has adopted yesterday the fifth annual Work Programme under the European Defence Fund (EDF), allocating over €1 billion to defence collaborative research and development p... more
AccidentsPlane-helicopter collision (3): all black boxes recovered
The NTSB will provide the preliminary report within 30 days
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) held yesterday a press conference with the media regarding the investigation into the tragic collision between the Bombardier CRJ-700 airplane and the Sikorsky... more
Civil aviationCollision in flight plane-helicopter. Nbaa (2): Chris Rocheleau as FAA acting administrator
The Association welcomes his selection by Trump at a critical time after the tragedy
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the announcement, made yesterday by President Donald Trump, that Chris Rocheleau has been appointed acting administrator of the Federal Aviation... more
AccidentsPlane-helicopter collision. NBAA: statement about tragic event over the Potomac river
Bolen: "First responders who worked through the night in high winds and ice to support the rescue effort"
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) president and CEO Ed Bolen issued yesterday the following statement regarding the Jan. 29 midair collision between American Eagle flight 5342 and an Army... more
AerospaceSpainSat NG-I satellite launched
On a Falcon 9 rocket
The first of the two Airbus-built new generation SpainSat satellites, SpainSat NG-I, has been successfully launched on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, in the US. Operated by Hisdesat for the Spanish... more
Civil aviationAirplanes. IATA: global air demand reaches record high in 2024
The results on international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand.Total full-year traffic in 2024 (measured in revenue... more
AccidentsAirplane-helicopter collision (4): 67 victims, no survivors
Officials call it the deadliest US plane crash in nearly 24 years
Regarding the collision that occurred on Wednesday night in Washington, the confirmed victims are 67, namely passengers and crew of the CRJ-700 airplane (64) and the military on board the US Army helicopter... more
AccidentsAirplane-helicopter collision (3). The sheet by ASN
The technical details of the aircraft
Below a summary sheet by Aviation Safety Network about the collision in flight happened in the skies of Washington between an airplane operated by PSA on behalf of American Airlines, and a helicopter of... more