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AccidentsJapan plane crash: preliminary results
Outcome of investigation conducted by the Maritime Self-Defense Force
They collided shortly after takeoff due to human error while heading to an exercise site. This is what emerges from the outcome of the preliminary investigation conducted by the Maritime Self-Defense Force... more
DefenseAustria and Sweden will receive US military helicopters
Washington approves sale of 12 "Black Hawk" aircraft
The sale of 12 UH-60M "Black Hawk" military helicopters to Austria and Sweden has been approved by the United States. The State Department gave the green light, approving the sale of aircraft produced... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Biden considers use of weapons in Russia
Italy remains adamant on the issue, excluding the use of its war material
United States President Joe Biden is reportedly considering giving the green light to Kiev for the use of missiles and weapons supplied by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) against targets... more
Finance and economySix builders for the new NATO helicopters
The first phase comes to life with the assignment of the concept study
Six companies are vying for the creation of the new generation military helicopter which could be adopted as the standard aircraft for the member fleets of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).... more
CuriositiesRaisi's death: what we know about the helicopter
The engine had well exceeded 10,000 flight hours
A good part of international public opinion is wondering how it is possible that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash. The question is this: a modern country and protagonist of politics... more
AccidentsIran incident: President Raisi dead
He was on board a crashed helicopter
The President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter accident in recent hours. The accident was apparently caused by poor weather conditions. According to a first reconstruction of the accident, the... more
DefenseTurkish Air Force shows its muscles
The "Anatolia Phoenix" international military exercise begins
Dozens of combat aircraft and around 715 military personnel were deployed by the armed forces of Turkey on the occasion of the international military exercise "Anatolia Phoenix" (16-18 May 2024), which... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Russia conquers vast territories
Tajani (Italian Foreign minister): "American and European aid is arriving"
The Russian armed forces conquered the largest extent of Ukrainian territory since the end of 2022. Over the past seven days, Kremlin soldiers have penetrated beyond Kiev's defense lines to take control... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Putin's nuclear threat
Response to the hypothesis of sending troops to Ukraine raised by France
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned the West, threatening the use of nuclear weapons. On the occasion of the military parade for the Victory Day celebrations, in the last few hours the head of... more
AccidentsMalaysia accident: helicopters were "airworthy"
Second preliminary report released by the National Investigation Board
The two navy military helicopters that crashed in Malaysia at the end of April were "airworthy". This is what emerges from the second preliminary report on the plane crash published by the Investigation... more
DefenseTürkiye-Malaysia axis on "Kaan" military plane
Turkish Deputy Defense Minister Announcement
Turkey offered Malaysia the opportunity to participate in the development program of the "Kaan" fighter aircraft. It is a fifth generation multi-role fighter developed by the state company Turkish Aerospace... more
Military aviationTurkish TF-X "Kaan" fighter plane completes 2nd flight
In the air for 14 minutes touching 10,000 feet: successful test -VIDEO
Another milestone for Turkey that will allow the country to strengthen its Air Force and limit foreign dependence: this is how the Turkish press interprets the success of the 2nd flight of the fifth generation... more
DefenseTension in the skies between Australia and China
Beijing plane reportedly fired at Canberra military helicopter
The Australian government has denounced the use of rockets by a Chinese plane against a military helicopter in Canberra. The Beijing fighter would have fired on flight path of the rotorcraft, but the pilot... more
DefenseTaiwan-China: continuous tensions
On May 20, a president whom Beijing considers dangerous is inaugurated
Continuous tensions between Taiwan and China. The Taipei government announced that in the last 24 hours, 26 planes and five ships of the Chinese military have been identified around the island. This is... more
HelicoptersBrunei orders six H-145M helicopters
Replacing its old BO-105 aircraft fleet
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Ministry of Defence of Brunei for the acquisition of six H-145M helicopters.Replacing its old BO-105 fleet, Brunei’s H-145Ms will be used to enhance t... more
DefenseNew Zealand considers alliance Aukus
A turning point after decades of sovereignism and close relations with China
The New Zealand government has ruled out the country joining a defense pact between Australia, the United Kingdom and the USA in the short term. This concerns the possible participation in the Aukus alliance,... more
AccidentsMalaysia accident: collision between helicopters, victims
During rehearsals for the 90th anniversary parade of the Navy
Ten dead soldiers: this is the toll from the plane crash that occurred this morning in Malaysia. Two armed forces helicopters, an AgustaWestland AW-139 (registration M503-3) and a Eurocopter 555-SN Fennec... more
DefenseJapan: aircraft "scramble" on the rise
Over 650 fighter takeoffs to intercept and identify airplanes
Scrambles increased in Japan in 2023. Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) fighter jets took off 669 times to intercept suspected violations of Tokyo's airspace. This is what emerges from the data published... more
DefenseMiddle East crisis (2). "Honest Promise": operation concluded
Moves and countermoves in a delicate Middle Eastern area
General Mohammad Bagheri, chief of staff of the Iranian armed forces, recently confirmed the conclusion of the operation called "Honest Promise" (see AVIONEWS). This military action led by Tehran was initiated... more
DefenseMiddle East crisis. After Iran's attack on Israel, there is apparent calm...
Hagari, Israeli Defense Forces: "99% of threats intercepted". Bagheri, Iran: "Operation concluded" -VIDEO
Among the targets is the Israeli air base of Nevatim "from where the F-35 planes took off to target our consulate in Damascus", underlines the Iranian general more
DefenseIran attack on Israel (3). Tajani: "Italy urges calm"
“Dialogue to ease tensions in a turbulent Middle East". US and French fighter planes took off
Antonio Tajani, the Italian Foreign Affairs Minister, expressed concern about the current deterioration of the situation in the Middle East, expressing the hope that the current attack will remain an isolated... more
DefenseIran attack on Israel (2). Meloni in conversation with Tajani, Crosetto and Mantovano
Evaluation of all possible scenarios
According to what was communicated by official sources at Palazzo Chigi, immediately after receiving news of the developments following the UAV attack on Israel by Iran, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni... more
DefenseIranian drones towards Israel, which closes its airspace
High safety measures. Türkeye, Jordan and Lebanon also close their airspace
In response to the imminent risk posed by advancing drones from Iran, Israel has made the decision to halt all activity in its airspace. This precautionary measure, which marks an act of significant importance... more
DefenseAlert in Israel for approaching drones: Iran launches air attack
"Strengthened security measures against alleged Iranian UAV threat". Probable missile launch
In a statement recently, Daniel Hagari, spokesman for the Israeli Army, announced the sighting of numerous drones approaching Israeli territory, presumably launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Defense... more
DefenseWar in Ukraine: Italy defends peace
Mattarella: "The European project is more urgent than ever after the attack in Kiev"
The Russian military invasion in Ukraine raises awareness of how important a united Europe and a common defense are. Themes at the center of the speech delivered this morning by the President of the Italian... more
AirportsGibraltar airport: management agreement sought
At the center of the negotiations are Spain, the UK and the EU
The use of Gibraltar's civil and military airport and customs control in the exclave of the United Kingdom are two of the most complex issues on the negotiating table between Spain and Great Britain. This... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Italy will not send soldiers
Stoltenberg: "A stronger role for NATO will put an end to the war"
The leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) believe that a stronger role for the Atlantic Alliance in coordinating and providing support to Kiev is a way to end the war against Russia,... more
AirlinesJapan considers creation of anti-aircraft shelters
Identified five cities located on remote islands
Japan's Defense Ministry has said it will set up new underground shelters and evacuation centers capable of accommodating the local population for two weeks in the event of military attacks with ballistic... more
DefenseIsrael: Italy fears widening conflict
Tel Aviv raids in Syria; Tajani: "We are in Lebanon to ensure that this does not happen"
Israeli military planes conducted a series of attacks tonight on the city of Aleppo, located in the northern part of Syria. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, at least 42 people lost... more
DefenseIsrael: Italy defends peace
Prime Minister Meloni's message to Italian soldiers in Lebanon
Italy is committed to defending peace in the Middle East. This is the message reiterated in recent hours by the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, in a speech to the Italian... more
Finance and economyUkrainian war: Russia threatens NATO planes
Putin: "For us they will be a legitimate target, no matter where they are"
The Kremlin has announced that if the West supplied Lockheed Martin F-16 "Fighting Falcon" warplanes to Ukraine, and these were then used by Kiev against Russia, Moscow's armed forces would launch a military... more
Finance and economyIsrael: ceasefire resolution up for vote
Ultimatum from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the USA
A new draft for the ceasefire in the war between Israelis and Palestinians in the Gaza Strip is up for vote. The document, drawn up by the non-permanent members of the Glass Palace, is currently being... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Italy confirms support
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni illustrates the plan in Parliament
The War in Ukraine, the support given to Kiev by Italy and the aims of the Atlantic Alliance. These are some of the issues addressed today by the President of the Italian Council of Ministers, Giorgia... more
DefenseIsrael: Italy against attack on Rafah
Netanyahu indicates delegation that will be in Washington to talk about peace and war
International community concerned by the decision of the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to launch a military operation towards Rafah, on the border with Egypt, with the aim of completely neutralizing... more
DefenseIsrael: ongoing raids from Lebanon
Peace negotiations in Qatar begin are restarted
Clashes between Israelis and the pro-Palestinian Lebanese group Hezbollah are becoming increasingly intense. In fact, Beirut has become an increasingly central player on the Middle Eastern chessboard.... more
DefenseRed Sea: Houthis hit ship
Tajani: "Not at war against the Houthis, we are determined to defend merchant traffic"
Merchant ship hit and damaged in the Red Sea by a missile fired by Yemeni Houthi rebels, the pro-Palestinian militias who for months have been targeting commercial maritime units of Western countries transiting... more
IndustryELT Group and the Qatar Armed Forces signed a LOI
To cooperate on strategic projects in the field of EMSO
During the last "Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference" ("DIMDEX 2024", March 4-6, but the industry communicated it only today), ELT Group and the Qatar Armed Forces have signed... more
DefenseEurope increases arms imports
The annual report of the Sipri Institute records a +94%
About eight hundred combat planes and helicopters: Europe doubles its armament imports. In the last five years it has been observed that in the countries of the Old Continent, taken as a whole, the incoming... more
Finance and economyRed Sea: Houthi drones shot down
Greek military ship of European mission "Aspides" defends navigation
Two military drones shot down by Yemeni Houthi rebels in the Red Sea during the night. The counteroffensive was carried out by the Greek military frigate "Hydra", which is part of the European naval mission... more
AirportsChildren from Gaza to Italy
On board a C-130J "Super Hercules" aircraft of the Italian Air Force
Some of the Palestinian minors who arrived in Italy from Gaza aboard a Lockheed Martin C-130J "Super Hercules" aircraft of the Italian Air Force have been transferred to the "Meyer" pediatric hospital... more
DefenseWar Israel: humanitarian corridor activated
Italy is also present in the maritime aid initiative for Gaza
Italy is participating in the attempt to open a maritime corridor for the provision of humanitarian assistance in the Gaza Strip, said the European Commission in a statement today. This is an initiative,... more
DefensePiaggio Aerospace (2): Minister Urso meets workers
Next Saturday at the Villanova d'Albenga plant
The Minister of Business and Made in Italy (Mimit), Adolfo Urso, announced that on Saturday 9 March at 1pm he will visit the Piaggio Aerospace factory and speak with the workers of the Ligurian factory... more
Defense"Nordic Response" get into the thick
Italy present with three MH-101 amphibious helicopters and three maritime units
The "Nordic Response" military mission of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) comes to life. Started last March 4, it will end on March 15, 2024, affecting the maritime areas and airspace of... more
DefenseSweden in NATO from Monday 11 March
Hungarian president promulgated law
The Swedish flag could be raised at the building where the headquarters of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is located in Brussels. This is what emerges from some rumors relaunched by the... more
DefenseDefence industrial strategy and a new programme to enhance Europe's readiness and security
Proposed an ambitious set of new actions to support the competitiveness
The European Commission and the High Representative presented yesterday the first-ever European Defence Industrial Strategy at EU level and proposed an ambitious set of new actions to support the competitiveness... more
DefenseAVIONEWS at the presentation of the "Dynamic Manta" exercise underway in Sicily
Exclusive: interviews with rear admirals Esposito, Tarabotto and Watt - VIDEO and PHOTOS
The 2024 edition is underway, from last February 26th to end next March 8th off the eastern and southern coasts of Sicily, the NATO "Dynamic Manta", one of the most important and complex anti-submarine... more
Civil aviationHelicopters. Italy present at "Heli-Expo 2024"
Last day of the fair for the international event with over 600 exhibitors
Last day for the international exhibition "Heli-Expo 2024". The event, which takes place in the United States at the Anaheim Convention center in California, recorded the presence of around 14,000 professionals... more
DefenseNATO: Italian Defense Minister hearing
In 2024, Italy is far from the target of spending 2% of GDP on armaments
Also in 2024, Italy's expenditure in the defense sector will further distance our country from the aim of spending at least 2% of the gross domestic product (GDP), as recommended by the North Atlantic... more
DefenseUK seeks new military helicopter
Contract will be awarded to the winner of the tender in 2025
The British Ministry of Defense announced the launch in the last few hours of the "New Medium Helicopter" program for the modernization of the national fleet of military helicopters. London plans to award... more
DefenseSweden will supply planes and technology to Hungary
Gripen military aircraft and creation of a virtual reality center in Eastern Europe - DATA SHEET
The Swedish Ministry of Defense and the Swedish aircraft manufacturer Saab have recently signed a contract for the purchase of a further four Gripen C military combat aircraft which will be destined for... more