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AirlinesAnti-Vid rules in Hong Kong frighten managers
Companies move employees out of the city, other financial centres take advantage of it
Hong Kong's governorship is the focus of criticism from the financial establishment. Tough restrictions introduced to combat the spread of infections of the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus are increasingly... more
Civil aviationAzorra places order for 20 E2 aircraft
Deliveries will begin in 2023 -DATA SHEET
Azorra has signed an agreement with Embraer to acquire 20 new E2 family aircraft, plus a further 30 purchase rights. This flexible deal enables it to acquire E-190E2 or E-195E2 aircraft. At list prices,... more
AirportsBeluga aircraft ready to serve global outsized-cargo demand
The new service, ABT, will provide a solution in a variety of sectors
Airbus has launched a new air-cargo service using its unique BelugaST fleet to offer freight companies and other potential customers a solution to their outsized freight transportation needs. The ABT... more
AirlinesAircraft. Code-share ITA Airways-airBaltic
Flights covering 10 Italian cities in the current Winter season
ITA Airways and airBaltic are starting code-share cooperation that will open new and wider travel opportunities. airBaltic customers will benefit from convenient access to various destinations in Italy.... more
AerospaceSecond COSMO-SkyMed SG satellite ready for launch
It will take place on January 28 at 0:11 am CET (January 27 at 23:11 UTC)
The second satellite in Italy’s COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation Earth Observation programme is reach for launching. It will take place on January 28 at 0:11 am CET (January 27 at 23:11 UTC) from Cape C... more
AirlinesIstanbul Airport closed until early afternoon
Extended weather alert due to heavy snowfall
Due to the heavy snowfall that blocked the transportation system in Istanbul, Turkey, the suspension of operations at the city's airport has been extended. In addition, Turkish political authorities have... more
AirlinesAircraft. ITA Airways received an Expression of Interest
From MSC and Lufthansa; BoD will examine the details
The Company announces that yesterday it has received an Expression of Interest from the MSC Group and Lufthansa to acquire the majority of ITA Airways. The Group has agreed with the German airline its... more
AirlinesAir France-Klm: Chief Strategy Officer Angus Clarke leaves
News arrives a week after the non-renewal of Pieter Elbers
The head of strategy of the Air France-KLM airline group, Angus Clarke, leaves his post in the Franco-Dutch company. The manager was the right-hand man of the group's CEO, Benjamin Smith. The news comes... more
Civil aviationNew rules for travelling in Europe from February
Vaccinated, healed and negative to the tests will be able to move freely
Brussels will approve tomorrow the new recommendation that relaunches the European Green Pass with a package of measures that will take effect from February 1st. The new provisions stipulate that those... more
Civil aviationICAO: 2021 global air passenger totals show improvement from 2020
But still only half pre-pandemic levels - ATTACHMENT
Global passenger traffic recovered modestly in 2021, with the latest ICAO economic impact analysis of COVID-19 on civil aviation revealing that the number of passengers worldwide was 2.3 billion or 49... more
Civil aviationHelicopters: manufacturer Enstrom declares bankruptcy
Chinese owner in financial trouble; expressions of interest arrive
US helicopter manufacturer Enstrom Helicopter declared bankruptcy yesterday. As of today, January 21, work activities at the plants in Menominee, Michigan, are suspended. All of the company's employees,... more
Civil aviationRussia allocates millions of dollars to develop aviation
Started projects to strengthen regional and long-range aircraft production
Moscow will allocate 26.1 million dollars to provide economic support for various development projects involving Russian-made aircraft used on both regional and long-range routes. Authorities aim to give... more
AirlinesFewer flights to US due to 5G fears
BA cancels connections to Boston, Chicago, LA, NY and San Francisco
Fears of possible disruption to air traffic management, after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) applied restrictive measures to limit possible risks arising from the newly introduced 5G technology,... more
AirlinesUS vs Belarus on hijacked Ryanair flight
Flight operator admits: "No bomb scare, maneuver to arrest dissident"
The US Department of Justice intervenes in view of the official evaluation that the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) will make next January 31 on the report on the Ryanair flight (FR4978).... more
AirlinesFirst A-320neo airplane delivered with new configuration
To Swiss -DATA SHEET
SWISS has taken delivery of its first A-320neo featuring the new Airspace cabin configuration. The Helvetic carrier is a long standing Airbus customer, operating A-220 and A-320 Family Aircraft on its... more
Civil aviationChinese C-919 aircraft to be delivered in 2022
The communication of a senior executive aircraft manufacturer Comac
Chinese aircraft manufacturer Comac will start delivering its C-919 narrow-body aircraft in 2022. The Dragon manufacturer previously announced that the first delivery of six aircraft destined for China... more
AirlinesPetition to define minimum seat width
Presented by consumer association to the US FAA
The consumer association Flyers Rights filed a legal action at a court in Columbia of the US Court of Appeals in recent days. In the documents it asks that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establish... more
AirlinesUSA: for FAA 62% safe planes with 5G
Authority authorizes new models to land in low visibility conditions
The 62% of commercial aircraft operating in the United States are safe and do not suffer interference after the introduction of 5G wireless internet service. This is what the Federal Aviation Administration... more
Civil aviationThe "Spirit of Innovation" officially breaks two speed records
Both verified by the FAI -ATTACHMENT
Rolls Royce (RR) announces that its all-electric "Spirit of Innovation" aircraft is officially the world’s fastest all-electric airplane, having set two new world records which have now been independently c... more
AirlinesITA Airways opens Lounges at Fiumicino and Linate airports
Novelties to enhance its customer experience
ITA Airways introduces important novelties to enhance its customer experience: the Lounges – "Piazza di Spagna" at Rome-Fiumicino airport and "Piazza della Scala" at Milan-Linate– and the on-line newsstand, a c... more
AirlinesDelta anticipates weather-related flight cancellations
Despite changes to 5G roll out
Delta is planning for the possibility of weather-related cancellations caused by the deployment of new 5G service in the vicinity of dozens of US airports, starting as early as Wednesday. The FAA, which... more
Civil aviationAirbus: around 6000 to be hired worldwide in the first part of 2022
The industry seeks new talents to prepare the future
As the aerospace industry shows strong signs of recovery post-COVID, and while Airbus continues to prepare the future of aviation and implement its roadmap for decarbonisation, the Company announces it... more
Airlines5G service (2): postponed installations in airports
And activation of some antennas to limit inefficiencies
The US telecommunications companies AT&T and Verizon agreed to temporarily postpone the activation of some wireless towers located near several key airports of the US air transport system. A decision that... more
AirlinesSchools youth to solve pilots shortage
Experience counts a lot today, but titles open up fast track
Many air carriers are currently using economic bonuses and high salaries as a mechanism to secure pilots and thus boost operations in the face of stiff competition. Several carriers, for example, have... more
Civil aviationAirbus and partners to establish aircraft lifecycle centre in China
Facility will offer sustainable solutions to manage it
Airbus has signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) with the city of Chengdu and Tarmac Aerosave for the development of the first sustainable aircraft “lifecycle” service centre in China. This agreement wil... more
AirportsRecord number of weapons seized at US airports
Data emerges from Transportation Security Administration monitoring
The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the statistical results of security checks carried out in 2021 in American airports yesterday. During a press conference, the division of airport... more
AirlinesSpanish government considers entry into Air Europa
It could take over 40% of the capital, meanwhile Brussels examines IAG's offer
The Spanish government is considering the possibility of entering the capital of the carrier Air Europa. An option that fuels the hope of more than 2000 employees of the airline that is on the verge of... more
Airlines5G service: air carriers cancel first connections
Thousands of international flights rescheduled with other aircraft
Air carriers began canceling their first flights today, including many operated with B-777s and dual-aisle B-787s used for intercontinental connections. These aircraft, in fact, according to the latest... more
AirlinesEU. Parliamentary question on climate crisis and ghost flights
By Laura Ferrara and Mario Furore
"Parliamentary questions12 January 2022 Priority question for written answer P-000141/2022 to the Commission Rule 138 Laura Ferrara (NI), Mario Furore (NI) Subject: climate crisis and ghost flightsIn th... more
AirlinesICAO releases fact-finding report on Ryanair aircraft, FR4978 flight
The event in Belarus airspace occurred last May 23
ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) has released its fact finding report into the event involving Ryanair flight FR4978 in Belarus airspace occurred last May 23. The report was made accessible... more
AirlinesUSA: carriers fight aircraft pilot shortage
More bonuses, high salaries, flexible working and hiring from abroad
The slow recovery triggered by the easing of anti-pandemic restrictions on air travel has brought to the surface some difficulties that US airlines are experiencing and that have a strong impact on their... more
Civil aviationStudying connectivity services from HAPS
Launched with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Airbus, Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT), NTT DOCOMO, INC. (DOCOMO) and SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (SKY Perfect JSAT) jointly announced that they have begun studying the feasibility of... more
AirportsAtlantia agrees acquisition of Yunex Traffic from Siemens
Existing airport assets are expected to benefit from operating and business synergies -VIDEO
Atlantia has yesterday entered into agreement with the Siemens Group for the acquisition of Yunex Traffic at a price of €950m (Enterprise Value), to be funded from available cash. Signature of the agreement m... more
AirlinesUSA: 45% of planes will fly safely
Faa regulators determined this ahead of 5G rollout
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that it authorized about 45 percent of commercial aircraft to make low-visibility landings and takeoffs at airports where 5G wireless internet service... more
Civil aviationThe first flight of the Russian Tu-160M military aircraft
It is the new version of the strategic bomber Tupolev
The Tupolev Tu-160M White Swan strategic bomber, a new variant of the Tu-160, made its first flight in recent days. After takeoff the aircraft remained in the air for about 30 minutes. The crew of test... more
AirlinesITA Airways can access Covid-19 refreshments
They are not state aids, declares European Commissioner Vestager
The difficulties suffered by ITA Airways in the first months of operation can be economically compensated by the Italian State without Brussels accusing Rome again for having given illegal aid. This was... more
AirlinesDelta Air Lines: December quarter and full year 2021 financial results
The highlights
Delta Air Lines reported financial results for the December quarter and full year 2021 and provided its outlook for the March quarter 2022. The highlights are: December quarter 2021 GAAP pre-tax loss o... more
AerospaceVirgin Orbit: the third Launcher One mission gets underway
Today the launch of seven more satellites into orbit from a B-747
The third Launcher One mission of the US space company Virgin Orbit starts tonight at 9:30pm Italian time. The B-747 aircraft will take off from Mojave Air and Space Port in California will be used as... more
AerospaceAirbus commitment in Spain
Faury: "Strengthen on European defense and space sector"
The European company Airbus specialized in aerospace and defense has among its founders Madrid, which invests in the future of a company considered strategic for Spanish industry and the autonomy of the... more
Civil aviationUnited Kingdom will invest 6 million Euros on hydrogen and Saf
New Beccs program to improve raw material treatment
The British Government announced the launch of a new Beccs (Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage) program yesterday, for the production of green hydrogen from the treatment of waste and biomass. The... more
Civil aviationAirplanes-helicopters. Boeing: 4Q deliveries
And for the entire year
The Boeing Company announced yesterday major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the fourth quarter of 2021.The company will provide detailed fourth quarter financial results... more
Civil aviationUK Aviation Authority creates Sustainability Committee
Expert selection started; it will deal with environment and noise pollution
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of the United Kingdom is creating a new committee that will deal specifically with environmental sustainability. The group will provide technical consultancy for dossiers... more
AirlinesITA Airways: the second aircraft with new livery arrived in its fleet
Dedicated to an Olympic Champion, after that one to Paolo Rossi
The second aircraft sporting the new blue livery has joined the ITA Airways fleet. It is an A-319 dedicated to the Olympic champion Pietro Mennea, who was known with the nickname of "The Arrow of the South"... more
AirportsHong Kong bans flights from 150 countries
Managers and executives blocked; a threat to global financial hub status
The Hong Kong government has decided to implement tough restrictions on travelers from 150 countries. The suspension will begin on January 15th and last until February 14th. Passengers arriving from high-risk... more
AirlinesGrowing environmental alliance by Lufthansa Cargo
Db Schenker is joined by a technology company
The German alliance between logistics company Db Schenker and Lufthansa Cargo expands across borders and welcomes multinational technology company Lenovo, which will use low Co2-impact airline flights... more
Civil aviationRolls-Royce Electrical, new business unit
Rob Watson appointed President
Rolls-Royce announces that Rob Watson has joined the Executive Team as President - Electrical with effect from January 1st, 2022. He has led Rolls-Royce Electrical since October 2017, having previously... more
Civil aviationAzorra orders 22 A-220 Family aircraft
Two ACJ TwoTwenty included
Airbus has signed a purchase agreement with Azorra for twenty-two A-220 Family aircraft including twenty A-220/300s and two ACJ TwoTwenty aircraft. Azorra is a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, based aircraft... more
Civil aviationAirbus achieves 2021 commercial aircraft delivery target
+8% compared to 2020
Airbus delivered 611 commercial aircraft to 88 customers in 2021, demonstrating resilience and recovery with progress on ramp-up plans.Approximately 25% of commercial airplanes in 2021 were delivered using... more
Civil aviationDavid Maria Sassoli, president of the European Parliament, is dead
The announcement on its website with a tweet
"It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of President David Sassoli. Our deepest condolences are with his family and all who had the pleasure of working with him and knowing him". This is... more
Civil aviationFrance: maintenance of Sccoa systems to Thales
The 1.5 billion Euro contract for ten years
French aerospace, defense, and security specialist Thales has signed a 1.5 billion dollars 10-year contract with the French Defense Ministry's Directorate of Aeronautical Maintenance (Dmae) to take care... more