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Finance and economyLeonardo-Finmeccanica: effective new Company’s name and filing of documentation
Rome, Italy - Updated text of the Articles of Association has been recorded yesterday with the Rome Company Register
Notice is hereby given that the updated text of the Articles of Association, containing the new Company’s name “Leonardo-Finmeccanica–Società per azioni”, abbreviated form “Leonardo SpA” or “Finmeccanic... more
Tilt-rotorsAW-609 tilt-rotor (airplane+helicopter): third prototype closer to maiden flight following ground run
Rome, Italy - Its certification is expected in 2018
Leonardo-Finmeccanica announced yesterday that the third prototype (A/C3) of the AgustaWestland AW-609 TiltRotor (airplane+helicopter) has completed its first ground run at the company’s facilities in C... more
IndustryFinmeccanica. Moretti's audition at the Italian Chamber: with Leonardo the corporate will move to the aggregation
Rome, Italy - Industry strategies, Eurofighter 8 billion agreement and perspectives are only some of the topics discussed last Tuesday
Tuesday at 7:30pm was held an audition of Mauro Moretti, managing director and CEO of Finmeccanica, at committee productive activities of the Italian Chamber. The issues of the strategic business plan... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia adds more flights between London and Linate
Rome, Italy - To reach the heart of Milan in less than two hours
Alitalia adds more flights between London and Milan introducing a fifth daily service between London City Airport and Milan-Linate, central city airport. With the new flight, Londoners will be able to... more
PeopleJAA TO announces new Director and new Foundation Board Member
Hoofddorp, The Netherlands - They are Mário Németh and Paula Almeida
The Joint Aviation Authorities Training Organisation (JAA TO), specialist in delivering Aviation Safety Regulatory training courses, announced that the Coordinating Committee of the European Civil Aviation... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and airlines supported by State aid. ECA joins coalition for fair competition in aviation
Brussels, Belgium - The goal of the E4FC is to raise awareness for the urgent need to restore it
The European Cockpit Association (ECA), representing over 38.000 European aircraft pilots, is announcing its support for “Europeans for Fair Competition” (E4FC), a coalition, dedicated to restoring a l... more
AirportsAirplanes. English House of Commons: ministers must schedule the timetable on the expansion of Heathrow Airport
London, Great Britain - David Cameron "Wasted" another opportunity to increase a stategic hub
It's no longer possible to postpone the decision on the expansion of Heathrow Airport: this emerges today from the statements made yesterday at the transport committee of the British House of Commons,... more
UAS-DronesEASA creates task force to assess the risk of collision between drones and aircraft (planes and helicopters)
Cologne, Germany - At the end of July it will publish its results and will organise a workshop with stakeholders
The European Aviation Safety Agency announces today the creation of a task force to assess the risk of collision between drones and aircraft. The task force will: - Review all relevant occurrences including... more
Finance and economyFraport report in the 1Q2016: it starts off the year with mixed financial results
Frankfurt, Germany - Most of the Group's airports report traffic growth
In the first quarter of 2016, some 13 million passengers passed through Frankfurt Airport (FRA), representing an increase of 3.3 percent year-on-year. On the back of that growth, Fraport achieved higher... more
CargoNarita International Airport executives visit MIA to discuss cargo operations
Miami, Usa - Many topics discussed
Representatives from Narita (Tokyo) International Airport met with Miami-Dade Aviation Department officials at Miami International Airport on April 28 to learn about the massive cargo operations and redevelopment... more
AirlinesAirplanes and new routes. Emirates opens up new gateways in Midwest China
Dubai, UAE - Airline adds Yinchuan and Zhengzhou to its global network
Emirates yesterday underscored its commitment to China with the launch of a new service from Dubai to Yinchuan and Zhengzhou, two of the fastest growing cities in Midwest China. This service expands its... more
AirportsAirplanes. Autogrill enters Qatar
Milan, Italy - The Group continues to expand in the Middle East
Through HMSHost International, Autogrill is continuing to expand in Middle Eastern airports by entering Qatar, at the capital Doha’s new Hamad international airport, and extending its operations at the i... more
Military aviationAircraft and defense. Japan leases Beechcraft King Air TC-90 to Philippines
Tokyo, Japan - The historic agreement between the former rivals is part of the disputes for the control of Chinese sea
Japan will lease military aircraft to Philippines in order to deepen security ties with its former enemy and contrast the growing regional influence of Beijing. Last night's agreement was signed by a telephone... more
IndustryHelicopters. Leonardo-Finmeccanica launches world-first flat-panel surveillance radar technology
London, UK - It will be introduced into service with Norway, who have procured Osprey for their new AW-101 search and rescue fleet
Leonardo-Finmeccanica has launched Osprey, the latest addition to the company’s electronically scanning (E-scan) radar product range. Based around a flat-panel antenna design, Osprey is the world’s fir... more
Military aviationAircraft and defense. Pakistan could head back to American F-16
Islamabad, Pakistan - If United States does not donate the subsidies expected for the purchase, Pakistan will turn to China
Pakistan would be ready to buy fighter jets from another supplier if Washington does not donate subsidies expected for the purchase of its F-16 airplanes: these are the words of the prime minister of national... more
AirportsAirplanes. Bangkok International Airport, the construction of a new runway approved thanking to Article 44
Bangkok, Thailand - The regulatory allows the military junta to by-pass the environmental impact assessment
Thailand plans to invest about 83 billion dollars over the next seven years to build new railways, roads and customs checkpoint in order to remove bottlenecks that are an obstacle to commercial exports.... more
AirportsMiami-Dade leaders strengthen ties with Chinese airlines
Miami, Usa - During Business development mission
Miami-Dade County Commissioner José “Pepe” Diaz and Miami-Dade Deputy Aviation Director Ken Pyatt led a business development mission on April 11-23 to mainland China and the Republic of China (Taiwan), whic... more
IndustryThe ATR-72/600 airplane took off to North America in a demo tour
Toulouse, France - With stops in Toronto, Chicago, White Plains, Hyannis, Washington, Charlotte, Dallas, Seattle and Cincinnati
An ATR-72/600 turboprop aircraft will embark on a demo-tour of the United States and Canada from May 2nd to May 13th. This will be the very first time the newest ATR -600 series aircraft will be flying... more
AirlinesAirplanes and airlines. What revolution would be seen in air transport if UK exited from EU?
London, Great Britain - The consequences according to a KPMG survey about the referendum scheduled for 23rd of June
The sale of cheap tobacco and drinks may be reintroduced on British flights if Brexit will be approved. The term is an abbreviation of "British Exit" and it refers to the referendum that could lead to... more
Science and technologySolar Impulse 2 aircraft landed in Phoenix
Phoenix, Usa - Flight time: 15:52 hours
Solar Impulse 2 (Si2) –the solar airplane of Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg capable of flying day and night without fuel– landed in Phoenix Goodyear Airport, Arizona, with André Borsc... more
AirportsAirplanes. Berlin-Brandenburg International Airport (BER) opened investigation on poisoned informer
Berlin, Germany - "Bild am Sonntag" revealed yesterday that the man knew too much about the management of opening plannings
The new Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) has always been at the center of many controversies because of delays in its construction. The airport was originally supposed to open in 2011, but it got stuck... more
Military aviationAirplanes and defense. United States may sell arms to Vietnam in order to deter China
Washington, Usa - Drone aircraft, long-range radar, patrol helicopters and intelligence-gathering tools among the possibilities
The secretary of the US Defense Ash Carter yesterday gave the green light to the sale of weapons to Vietnam, a former enemy who could now serve as a potential ally against China's rising. The US administration... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia's new direct flight linking Santiago and Rome took off
Rome, Italy - The new service will operate five times a week
Chile and Italy are closer yesterday thanks to Alitalia’s new direct Santiago-Rome service. "The new direct connection with Rome is an important step in supporting tourism and business between the two c... more
IndustryAircraft. B-737 MAX makes first international journey at high altitude
La Paz, Bolivia - Test validates capability at over 4000 m to take off and land
The B-737 MAX 8 airplane has marked a key achievement after completing high altitude flight testing in La Paz, Bolivia. It’s the first international service for the 737 MAX flight-test fleet. The airport’s 13,... more
AirlinesKLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced return to Miami Airport
Miami, Usa - Three weekly Amsterdam-Miami flights will begin in October 2016
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced yesterday that it will begin three weekly flights from Miami International Airport to Amsterdam, beginning on October 30, 2016. Through March 23, 2017, KLM will operate... more
AirlinesAirplanes and companies. Bombardier signs agreement with Delta Air to purchase CS-100s
Montreal, Canada - Yesterday was spread the news that marks the recovery of the Canadian corporate
Yesterday was spread the news that on Thursday the Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier signed an agreement with Delta Air for the purchase of CS-100. The corporate hopes to gain ground in the already... more
OccurrencesAirplanes and security. Kosovo, Pristina Airport closed after a Turkish Airlines flight runway excursion
Pristina, Kosovo - B-737/800 couldn't stop on landing
Last night an airplane of Turkish Airlines suffered a runway excursion on landing at Pristina Airport "Adem Jashari" in Kosovo, ending up on the grass; the airport was temporarily closed as a result of... more
Science and technologySolar Impulse 2 airplane begins United States crossing: first stop Phoenix
Mountain View, Usa - The landing at Goodyear Airport is expected this evening
Solar Impulse 2 (Si2) –the solar airplane of Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg capable of flying day and night without fuel– took off from the Moffett Airfield this morning and is e... more
CargoAirplanes. Etihad Airways to develop cargo services from Parma Airport
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Work has already begun to adapt the infrastructure for the new service to be operational from July 2016
Etihad Airways and Parma Airport have signed an agreement to develop cargo traffic at the airport of the central Italian city. The exclusive contract initially includes the establishment of a cargo transit... more
IndustryEuropean Space industry operational: agreement signed for Airbus Safran launchers JV
Amsterdam, Holland - Closing of contract expected in 2Q 2016
Airbus Group and Safran have signed an agreement for the second and final phase of their 50/50 joint-venture, Airbus Safran Launchers. Both companies will contribute to the current joint program with... more
AirportsAirports and security. Brussels-Zaventem Airport departure hall reopens about six weeks after the attacks
Brussels, Belgium - Starting from today 111 check-in will be fully operative again
With a ceremony held by the Belgian prime minister Charles Michel the departure hall of the Brussels-Zaventem Airport will be back to life again starting from today. 111 check-in desks of the hall will... more
Civil aviationSIA signs tourism Memorandum with Ministry of Tourism Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia - Both parties will now work to finalise details of the partnership in a memorandum of co-operation (MoC) that will be signed at a later date
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia have embarked on a partnership to boost foreign tourist arrivals into Indonesia, with the signing of a memorandum of understanding... more
ConferencesLombardia Aerospace Cluster: annual assembly. Local industry: export increases 4,7%
Milan, Italy - Hosted at the 39th floor of the Palazzo Lombardia in front of the Region President Maroni
"The sector of the Italian aerospace travels at different speeds between limits and opportunities; the request of the civil transport is increased of 4% in the world, military is decreasing, but for that... more
Finance and economyCALC launches USD 300 million guaranteed bonds
Hong Kong, China - Broadens International Financing Channels Supporting Globalisation Strategy
China Aircraft Leasing Group, one of the largest independent aircraft operating lessors in China, launched and priced its first USD bond in an aggregate principal amount of USD 300 million due 2019. The... more
HelicoptersPGZ and Airbus Helicopters launch industrial talks for the Tiger HAD in Poland
Radom, Poland - During a two day workshop
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) and Airbus Helicopters are hosting a two-day workshop in Radom on the 28– 29 April to identify potential areas of cooperation around the Tiger HAD project, in the frame o... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and finance. Embraer releases first quarter 2016 results
San Josè dos Campos, Brazil - The industry delivered 21 commercial and 23 executive jets
Embraer releases first quarter 2016 results Highlights - In the first quarter of 2016 (1Q16), Embraer delivered 21 commercial and 23 executive (12 light and 11 large) jet airplanes, representing... more
IndustryDelta orders 37 A-321 airplanes
Toulouse, France - Its third "CEO" order in three years
Atlanta, Georgia (US) –based Delta Air Lines has placed an order for 37 A-321ceo aircraft. This order follows previous its orders for the Current Engine Option version of the largest A-320 Family member i... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. KA-62 prototype flies for the very first time
Moscow, Russia - Tests were succesfully succeeded
A Russian KA-62 helicopter today has successfully completed its first flight tests and other expected tests. Experts have verified the correct functioning of its main on-board and power supply systems,... more
IndustryChina Eastern Airlines orders 20 A-350 XWB airplanes
Toulouse, France - Endorsement pushes Airbus’ model firm order book above 800
China Eastern Airlines has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for 20 A-350/900 aircraft, making the airline the latest customer for the aircraft. The carrier operates one of the largest fleet in... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and finance. Alitalia significantly reduces losses in 2015; on track for profitability by 2017
Rome, Italy - Investment of €400 million in 2016 will deliver significant benefit to business and customers between 2016 and 2020
Alitalia significantly reduces losses by €381 million in 2015; on track for profitability by 2017, as it reports strong 2015 performance. • Significant reduction in losses from €580 million in 2014... more
IndustryPhilippine Airlines finalises order for the A-350 XWB aircraft
Toulouse, France - Future flagship of airline’s long haul fleet for services to US and Europe
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has finalised a purchase agreement with Airbus covering the firm order of six A-350/900 airplanes, plus six options. The contract firms up a Memorandum of Understanding announced... more
AirportsRome-Fiumicino Airport: the "Transit Gallery" reopened after the fire of a year ago
Rome, Italy - The airport returns today to its full operating normality
The link gallery long over 240 m reopened today at 5am for the transits between Schengen area and extra-Schengen of the "Leonardo da Vinci" airport in Fiumicino. It was closed following the fire of last... more
UAS-DronesSecretly tested new military Russian drone aircraft United 40 MALE-class
Moscow, Russia - It can fly for an amount of time longer than 100 hours
Today it seems that has been secretly tested a new military Russian drone aircraft, a MALE-class United 40 (Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance): an anonymous source from the Russian Defense Ministry, who calls... more
HelicoptersFirst two H-145M helicopters delivered to Royal Thai Navy -VIDEO
Donauwörth, Germany - Final acceptance and entry into service in Thailand end 2016
With today´s successful technical acceptance, Airbus Helicopters has handed over the first two of five lightweight military multi-role H-145M aircraft to the Royal Thai Navy. This marks an important milestone... more
Finance and economyAirbus Group shareholders approve all resolutions at 2016 AGM: Tom Enders reappointed CEO
Amsterdam, Holland - Three new independent non-executive directors; Denis Ranque reappointed Chairman; Fontaine as DTO
Shareholders of Airbus Group approved all 21 resolutions proposed at its Annual General Meeting, including the appointment of three new independent non-Executive Directors and 2015 dividend payment of... more
IndustryAir Côte d’Ivoire orders two A-320neos and two A-320s aircraft
Toulouse, France - First order of the model in Africa
Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national airline of Ivory Coast based in Abidjan, has signed a firm order for two A-320neo and two A-320 aircraft. The agreement makes it the first African carrier to order the A-... more
IndustryChina Eastern Airlines finalize order for 15 B-787/9 Dreamliner airplanes
Shanghai, China - Valued at nearly USD 4 billion
Boeing and China Eastern Airlines finalized an order for 15 B-787/9 Dreamliners. The order, valued at nearly $4 billion at current list prices, strengthens China Eastern's expanding long-haul fleet. The... more
Finance and economyFinmeccanica: Shareholders’ Meeting approves the change of the Company’s name and the 2015 Financial Statements
Rome, Italy - With effect from 1 January 2017
Finmeccanica: Shareholders’ Meeting approved the change of the Company’s name and the 2015 Financial Statements. • Approved the change of the Company’s name • Approved the Company Financial Statement... more
AirportsAirports. New security measures, a new reserved plan from European Union upcoming
Strasbourg, France - Hi-tech cameras, profiling tests and checkpoints will be the probable news
There will be new implementations in the security control at all European airports. This was revealed by "Corriere della Sera" yesterday, that got the rumor from sources from the executive board of the... more
Military aviationPakistan and China launch a joint production of JF-17B dual-seat aircraft
Chengdu, China - The joint-venture marks a major turning point in the cooperation between the two Countries
Pakistan and China launch a joint production of JF-17B dual-seat aircraft. The plane will be officially introduced in the Pakistani Aeronautical fleet by April 2017. The presentation of a prototype of... more