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Press releaseCathay Pacific announces 2011 annual results
Milan, Italy - Fuel is the Group’s biggest single cost
"The Cathay Pacific Group recorded an attributable profit of HK$5,501 million for 2011. This compares to the profit of HK$14,048 million for 2010, which was a record year for the airline. The 2010 results... more
ReportSwiss bus disaster: C-130 aircraft to repatriate victims
Brussels, Belgium - "A scene of war"
The Belgian authorities disposed for two military C-130 Hercules aircraft to fly home the bodies of 22 children and six adults killed in the terrible bus accident in the southern Swiss canton of Valais... more
AirlinesBoeing denies compensation to Air India for 787 Dreamliner aircraft delivery delays
Seattle, USA - "We're not writing anybody a cheque for 500 million"
Boeing has faced some difficulties to realize its new 787 Dreamliner, delaying deliveries. Recently Air India has been seeking compensation for delays in the delivery, announcing through the Ministry... more
CuriositiesRed Arrows will fly as seven after recent tragedies
London, United Kingdom - First team female pilot Kirsty Moore grounded
After being involved in recent tragedies (the death of Jon Egging, 33, who crashed into a river (AVIONEWS) and Sean Cunningham, 35, who was ejected up to 60 meters (AVIONEWS) while his airplane was still... more
AirlinesWizz Air begins air links from Milan-Malpensa
Milan, Italy - To Budapest and Bucharest
Wizz Air, low-cost airline of the Central and East Europe, announced yesterday the starting of operations for links by airplane with Milan-Malpensa's airport. The departing routes from Malpensa will be... more
AirportsItaly. Pisa's airport. Results 2011: traffic and record profits for SAT
Pisa, Italy - Presented at Palazzo Strozzi Sacrati, site of Tuscany Region, in Florence
"The results 2011 by SAT (Galileo Galilei-Pisa's airport management society) have been presented at Palazzo Strozzi Sacrati, headquarters of Tuscany Region in Florence. Following, a summary of data: -... more
Press releaseAirbus above first A-350 XWB aircraft aft fuselage built
Toulouse, France - The programme goes on
Structural assembly of the first A350 XWB aft fuselage destined for the first flying A350 XWB (MSN1) has been completed at Airbus’ manufacturing site in Hamburg (Germany). The fuselage section will now u... more
Fair and showsEurocopter soars high in India as its in-country subsidiary leads the local civil and parapublic helicopter markets’ evolution
Hyderabad, India - During the "India Aviation 2012" (March 14-18)
Eurocopter India delivered a strong performance during the first year of operation as a full-fledged Eurocopter subsidiary, leading the market with 65 percent of new aircraft deliveries in 2011. It has... more
ReportF-22 aircraft: compensation in doubt for Haney widow
Washington, USA - The fighter crashed due to a lack of oxygen supply
In November 2010 a new generation stealth fighter aircraft F-22 "Raptor" crashed in Alaska killing its pilot, Captain Jeff Haney. After some argument, the cause of the accident has been located in an... more
DefenseLockheed Martin will accomodate UK's change of position above the F-35 Lightning II aircraft
Fort Worth, USA - London prefers "C" version, cheaper and more reliable
As already covered by our Agency (it is possible to read more in this AVIONEWS), the plan for financial stability which is changing European economies has brought the United Kingdom to change its contract... more
DefenseLeon Panetta landed in Manas to plead US interest in the airport
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan - An attempt to postpone the closing announced by Kyrgyzstan president
Leon Panetta, US Secretary of Defence, has landed in Bishkek, capital city of Kyrgyzstan, a Country close to the Russian border which is currently being used by the US as a military hub since 2001 to support... more
Fair and showsCivil planes and helicopters. "India Aviation 2012", 3rd International Exhibition and Conference
Hyderabad, India - From March 14-18 at Begumpet Airport
After the grand success of India Aviation 2010, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Goverment of India, jointly with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry organize the 3rd edition of "India Aviation... more
Civil aviationSukhoi delays delivery of the Superjet 100 aircraft and pays a fine
Moscow, Russia - Just six of the 30 planes have been delivered
Russian industry Sukhoi, home of the new civil medium-range aircraft Superjet 100, seems to be forced to "Pay unspecified compensation to the national flagship carrier Aeroflot" due to continuous delivery... more
ReportBus crash disaster (2): transport and air rescue teams for victims in Switzerland
Bussels, Belgium - A helicopter squadron provided first aid
The families of the victims killed in the terrible road crash in Switzerland have left the military airport of Melsborek, Brussels (AVIONEWS). Once arrived, the parents will be welcomed by Albert II,... more
IndustryAircraft. Airbus to exhibit corporate jet for first time in India
Toulouse, France - ACJ-318 on display has widest and tallest cabin of any bizjet
An Airbus ACJ-318, the corporate aircraft version of the A-318 airliner, will be the highlight of the company’s presence at the Hyderabad show, marking the first time that any of the company’s bizjets is... more
IndustryF-35A aircraft completes second local sortie at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla
Florida, Usa - Completed a 93-minute flight
US Marine Corps Maj. Joseph Bachmann successfully piloted the second F-35 local orientation flight in the skies above the Emerald Coast yesterday. AF-13, an F-35A conventional takeoff and landing variant,... more
Fair and showsAir shows and exhibitions in the second week in March
Rome, Italy - From today, on Wednesday 14 to next Sunday 18
Wednesday 14 - "The Inaugural Aeromed Africa International Conference and Exhibition". Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, South Africa. + 27 21 935 6900 www.aeromed-africa.com Thursday... more
Press releaseAirbus speaks about WTO results, March 12, 2012
Toulouse, France - "Sweeping loss for Boeing in appeal"
Airbus immediately released declaration above the WTO investigation results on Boeing's illegal subsidies. • Appeal Report confirms and extends the WTO’s condemnation of massive illegal subsidies to... more
ReportBus crash disaster: Belgium sent two aircraft for victim's families in Switzerland
Brussels, Belgium - Deadly road accident killed 22 children
Belgium Defence Ministry gave two 82 seat aircraft to carry victim's families from the terrible accident happened in Switzerland, probably due to pilot nods off. The bus which was running into a tunnel... more
UAS-DronesMaiden flight of the Camcopter S-100 with Schiebel's new heavy fuel engine
Vienna, Austria - Series deliveries are scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2012
Schiebel has announced the first flight of a heavy-fuel powered CAMCOPTER S-100 UAS (Unmanned Air System). The flexibility this engine provides will further add to the wide capabilities of the unmanned... more
OccurrencesBoeing 737 aircraft lost control in Atlanta
Atlanta, USA - Brake failure and the plane runs free
A strange accident happened yesterday at Atlanta airport, United States, the hub with the biggest passenger attendance in the world. During maintenance, two workers were operating on the engines of... more
AirportsAdria Airways and Verona's airport present the link Pristine-Verona
Verona, Italy - With a biweekly frequency
Adria Airways and Verona's airport present new Pristine-Verona link. The flight, operated from last January 28, has a biweekly frequency (every Tuesday and Saturday) and served by an A-319 airplane from... more
CuriositiesVideo. Aircraft, helicopters, and anything flies... "Be careful, penguins on board"
New York, USA - The strange announcement by a Delta aircraft captain
Between serious and facetious, the weekly feature by AVIONEWS continues, a collection of web videos related to aviation world, conventional and sporting: gags and funny situations, but also a warning from... more
Civil aviationIATA (2): Secure Freight program gains worldwide acceptance
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - The MoU was signed on the opening morning of the "World Cargo Symposium"
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Secure Freight program has gained further recognition from governments around the world. · IATA and the Malaysia Civil Aviation... more
Civil aviationIATA: strong partnerships across the air cargo value chain
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Safety, Security, Sustainability and Competitiveness Top the Agenda
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) advocated strong partnerships across the air cargo value chain to address an industry agenda to enhance safety, security, sustainability and competitiveness,... more
AirportsThree new air links from Genoa to Spain
Genoa, Italy - Madrid, Valencia and Ibiza to be operated by Ryanair
New links between Genoa and Spain have been announced this morning during a press-conference at "Colombo" airport, precisely Madrid, Valencia and Ibiza. The flights will be operated by the low-cost carrier... more
DiscussionsAfghan helicopter deal to be ended if Russia continues to arm Assad's Syria
Washington, USA - Senators against this purchase due to Moscow's ambiguous policy
Despite Russia sent humanitarian aids to Syria its role in the tragic situation the Country is living is still ambiguous. In fact, 17 US' senators have sent a statement to Pentagon declaring the US'... more
SecurityBaghdad airport: temporarily closed due to Arabian League summit
Baghdad, Iraq - Between 26 and 30 of March the hub will be expressly reserved to delegations welcome
Baghdad international airport, the biggest in the Country, sited about 16 km far from the centre of the Iraqi capital city, will close its door from 26 March due as a security measure till the end of the... more
IndustryBoeing statement regarding the WTO appellate decision DS 353 about State aids
Chicago, Usa - The highlights
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Appellate Body yesterday released its decision in DS 353 addressing a complaint the European Union (EU) filed against the United States in retaliation for an earlier... more
Finance and economyWTO confirms illegal subsidies to Boeing
Geneva, Switzerland - Both of the industries claimed a victory
The dispute between the two giants of aeronautical market, Boeing and Airbus, seems to be destined to never end since WTO, often consulted to control reciprocal accusations about illegal funding received... more
AirportsCosta Rica airport best in South America and Caribbeans
Milan, Italy - ACI (Airports Council International) awarded it
The international airport "Juan Santamaria" in San Josè, Costa Rica, has been classified as the third best one in 2011 for service quality in South America and Caribbeans. The award has been gifted... more
AirportsOslo Airport: strong passenger traffic growth in February
Oslo, Norway - 178,016 or 12.4% more than in 2011
In February, 1,609,815 passengers travelled through Oslo Airport, which is 178 016 or 12.4% more than in 2011. Adjusted for leap day in 2012, passenger growth amounts to 8.4%. International traffic... more
AirlinesKingfisher cancelled many flights due to pilot's absences
Delhi, India - Inefficiencies continue due to the unsustainable financial situation
"We will operate approximately 80% of our planned schedule. We expect to return to our full schedule shortly", said Prakash Mirpuri, vice-president of corporate communication. Anyway Indian media reported... more
DefenseNew competitive tender for US' new trainer aircraft soon
Washington DC, USA - Alenia-Aermacchi vs. BAE Systems
The Northrop T-38 "Talon" is the trainer aircraft used by United States for a total of 508 exemplars on the territory. Born by the agile family of F-5 Tiger, it demonstrate now its age, and USAF (United... more
ReportLasers aiming aircraft: arrests this time
London, United Kingdom - Irresponsible bravado, often by underage people
Three people have been arrested in Belfast, England, after lasers were shone at aircraft landing at the airport, last one of a long series of similar occurrences which, as underlined by press, authorities... more
ReportAir strike over Gaza: twelve years old dies (VIDEO)
Gaza, Israel - Casualties between civilian people during last Israeli attack
In few days a new war situation started in Gaza, due to the killing of Zuhair al Qasi last Friday, general secretary of popular resistance (Prc) which, in spite of being autonomous, sometime operate with... more
AirlinesAlitalia: Colaninno speaks of anti-low-cost strategies
Rome, Italy - Competition, growth and respect of rules
"Last days we read about the triumph of Ryanair and its results in Italy. We must start to accept this is a successful model, must of all above some targets, and it will be successful more in a moment... more
ReportSyria: humanitarian aid aircraft landed from Russia
Damascus, Syria - Wave of violence continues in Homs
The situation in Syria, recently shocked by the discovery of about 50 dead bodies of women and children, killed by presidential troops, received two Russian aircraft Il-76 full of humanitarian aids, landed... more
Fair and showsltalian PAN-"Frecce Tricolori": shows by MB-339 airplanes for 2012
Rome, Italy - 24 dates between flying over and performance, five of them abroad
AMI, the Italian Air Force, unveiled yesterday the program of PAN (Italian Acrobatic Team) of 2012 (from next March 28 until November 4) by MB-339 airplanes. Following, date, event, place and activity's... more
AirportsAdF shares acquisition. Rossi: "The airport is upgraded, but it is not international"
Florence, Italy - "No environmental and orographical conditions"
The president of Tuscany Enrico Rossi declared yesterday about the airport and the runway which should be upgraded soon due to its unsuitability. Declarations arrived during the press-conference about... more
AccidentsKamov Ka-52 helicopter crashed; pilots died
Moscow, Russia - Ejection seats didn't save crew
The Kamov Ka-52 B Alligator is the latest version from attack helicopter Ka-50's family, characterized by its particular co-axial rotor blades which allows it to fly without a tail rotor, one of the most... more
DefenseRussia needs more information about Nato missile shield
Moscow, Russia - US may disclose missile defence shield informations to Russia
As previously shown by AVIONEWS, Russia is the first enemy of NATO missile shield over Europe. The extreme proximity of the launch sites to the Russian borders is the core of the polemics, since Poland,... more
Military aviationSouth Korea receives another sea patrol CN-235 aircraft
Seoul, South Korea - Porduced by Airbus Military, this is an article Seoul is looking to
The South Korean coastal guard received another CN-235 aircraft, produced by Dirgantara Indonesia/Airbus Military to enforce sea patrol activity. Last of four aircraft, the new one completes the order... more
AirportsAirports in Tuscany: Rossi will meet Riggio this week
Florence, Italy - After 5% shares acquisition, new proposals on the table
"To create a third airport core after Rome and Milan", probably with the future project of a joint-venture between Pisa and Florence. This seems to be the plan of Enrico Rossi, president of the Region,... more
HelicoptersBell signs contract with Turkish Police for 15 helicopters
Fort Worth, Usa - Deliveries to begin in May 2013
Bell Helicopter announced today it has signed a contract with the Turkish National Police for the purchase of 15 Bell 429s with deliveries to begin in May 2013. The Bell 429 was selected after an extensive... more
Fair and showsWomen & aircraft: centennial of the first female flight over the Channel
London, United Kingdom - An exhibition in honour of Harriet Quimby
Hundred year ago Harriet Quimby, first woman to gain a pilot license in the United States, flew between English coast to the French one in spite of wind, rain and inaccurate maps. This historical event... more
Civil aviationETS, EU and aircraft. Stop to trade conflict: Airbus, industries and airlines ask it
Toulouse, France - They call upon Governments of France, Germany, the UK and Spain
In joint letters Airbus, Air Berlin, Air France, British Airways, Iberia, Lufthansa, MTU Aero Engines, Safran and Virgin Atlantic have called upon Prime Ministers David Cameron (UK), Francois Fillon (F),... more
OccurrencesAircraft out of runway due to bad weather at Djerba airport
Rome, Italy - It seems to be a Dutch's Transavia aircraft
According to many rumors, a Boeing 737 aircraft property of the low-cost Dutch airline "Transavia", after landing at Djerba's airport in Tunisia from Paris and Monastir, went out of the runway due to the... more
ReportAfghanistan: 16 civilians murdered, new retaliations coming soon
Kabul, Afghanistan - Mad soldier kills women and children; Talibans promise vengeance
New alert state for US troops in Afghanistan after the incredible news last days. The wave of popular demonstrations exploded last weeks due to the burning of some Koran books by American crew is destined... more
Science and technologyNo emission radar for airports. Italian CIRA and Marotta are working on it
Capua, Italy - Innovation and environment safety from the joint-venture in Campania
"Guardian" is a radar which uses antennas and microphones to locate air traffic sounds with extreme precision. So, a passive radar, same way of the sea acoustic detectors. No more a direct emission from... more