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DefenseDefence: joint statement on Gcap aircraft (Global Combat Air Program)
By the Ministers of Italy, UK and Japan
The Defence Ministers of Italy, United Kingdom and Japan, have underwitten a joint declaration about the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP).Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, Japanese Defense Minister... more
Civil aviationElt Group at "Berlin Security Conference" (November 19 and 20)
The Company, in Germany for more than 40 years, confirms its willingness to strengthen industrial cooperation in this Country
ELT Group is participating in the "Berlin Security Conference", one of the largest European security and defence policy events, that takes place on the 19th and 20th November appreciating the importance... more
HelicoptersAirbus delivers first of up to 82 H-145M helicopters to the German Armed Forces
Less than a year after the contract was signed
Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H-145Ms ordered by Germany at its Donauwörth site. The Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces) have named... more
Civil aviation"Bahrain Airshow 2024" opens with aircraft debut
The seventh edition, which started yesterday, continues until tomorrow
The seventh edition of the "Bahrain International Airshow" ("Bias) 2024 (November 13-15) opened yesterday morning at Sakhir Air Base. Over 125 different types of aircraft will be on display during the... more
AirportsFraport traffic figures in October 2024
5.7 million passengers at Frankfurt Airport
In October 2024, approximately 5.7 million passengers traveled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), up slightly (by 0.3 percent) from the corresponding month of 2023. During the fall school holidays in the German... more
AerospaceKoreasat 6A communications satellite launched
By a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral, Florida
The Koreasat 6A communications satellite was successfully launched yesterday by a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral, Florida.Ordered in 2022 by KT SAT Corporation Ltd. (KT SAT), South Korea’s national s... more
IndustrySweden selects the C-390 Millennium aircraft
NATO's interoperable multi-mission model will modernise its tactical transport fleet
The Swedish Ministry of Defense announced the selection of the C-390 Millennium as Sweden’s new tactical transport aircraft. This strategic decision from another North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) m... more
AerospaceLeonardo Board of Directors approves 9M 2024 results
Statements by CEO and General Manager Roberto Cingolani
Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the 2024 first nine months results.“The economic-financial performance o... more
DefenseIsrael boosts fleet with new Boeing F-15IA aircraft
A strategic investment for supremacy in the Middle East
The Israeli Defense Ministry has confirmed the conclusion of a contract with Boeing for the acquisition of 25 latest-generation F-15 fighter jets, with significant financial support from the United States.... more
AirlinesCJ EU: General Court dismsisses an action brought by Wizz Air to aid (2 millions) by Romania to airline Tarom
In order to provide compensation for the damage suffered owing to the COVID-19 pandemic
On 3 February 2022, Romania notified the Commission of individual aid of almost € 2 million, in the form of a capital injection, for the Romanian airline TAROM. The aid was financed from the general b... more
Civil aviationJapan: Toyota and Joby complete first eVtol air taxi flight
The electric aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers at speeds of up to 200 mph
Toyota Motor Corporation and Joby Aviation, a company developing EVtol air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced the completion of Joby’s first international exhibition flight which took p... more
Civil aviationConfconsumatori on high flight prices: Sicily announces new refunds for residents
Request accepted, but critical issues remain regarding timing and methods
While the high cost of flights shows no signs of stopping, the news that the Sicily Region will increase the percentage of reimbursement for resident citizens can only be welcomed positively, also and... more
Civil aviationGlobal Medical Response orders 28 helicopters in fleet expansion
Different models H-125, H-130, H-135 and H-145
Global Medical Response (GMR) has placed an order for 28 helicopters, including six H-125s, five H-130s, 14 H-135s and three H-145s, as it continues expanding its air medical fleet. Following GMR’s order o... more
AirlinesEthiopian Airlines takes delivery of Africa’s first A-350/1000 airplane
The carrier operates a fleet of 21 aircraft of the Family
Ethiopia’s national flag carrier and largest Airbus operator in Africa, Ethiopian Airlines (EA), has taken delivery of its first of four A-350/1000 from the industry in Toulouse, France. The first of i... more
AirlinesITA-Lufthansa (3). Italian Uiltrasporti: "Mef must immediately summon social partners"
"We will not accept an uncertain future for company workers"
"It is already a serious matter to have learned from press sources that the Ministry of Economy and Finance did not sign the document to be sent to DG Competition that should have marked Lufthansa's entry... more
Defense"Euronaval": agreement signed for second call for European Defence Fund
Relating to the Modular and Multirole Patrol Corvette
On the occasion of the "Euronaval" show (4-7 November) in Paris and following the selection by the European Commission, in May 2024, of the proposal submitted on 22 November 2023 by the Consortium of Industries,... more
AirlinesSingapore Airlines invests in $800 million upgrade
To raise the standards of luxury on board aircraft
Singapore Airlines (SIA) recently announced an investment of over $800 million to upgrade the cabins of 41 A-350/900 aircraft, including long-range and Ultra-Long-Range (ULR) versions, in response to growing... more
Civil aviationELT Group at "Euronaval 2024" (November 4-7)
The company showcases its electronic warfare capabilities for naval applications
ELT Group takes part in the 29th edition of "Euronaval", Europe’s most important showcase for the naval community that takes place in Paris Nord, Villepinte between 4th and 7th November.With more than 7... more
Civil aviationAirbus and OCCAR sign A-400M aircraft contractual framework update
The two contracts are GSS3 and Block Upgrade 0
Airbus has signed two strategic contracts with the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), an international organisation based in Bonn, Germany, which manages the A-400M programme on behalf... more
AirlinesFinnair: first refurbished Embraer aircraft ready
Objective: complete upgrade of 12 airplanes by 2026
Finnair, the airline of Finland, has started the cabin renovation of its Embraer fleet to improve passenger comfort even on the shortest routes. The first aircraft with the renovated cabin is ready, and... more
AirlinesGenoa Airport 2023 budget: reduced losses and new perspectives
Planned expansion of the passenger terminal in 2025
The board of directors of Aeroporto di Genova SpA, 60% controlled by the Western Ligurian Sea Port System Authority and 40% by the Genoa Chamber of Commerce, has recently approved the 2023 financial statements.... more
AirportsAircraft and transport: agreement to tackle aviation's toughest sustainability challenges
The partnership aims to equip airlines with the tools they need to meet them
The aviation industry remains at a critical crossroads as it works to reduce its carbon footprint and meet global sustainability targets, all while navigating increasing regulatory pressure. Responsible... more
AirlinesFirst A-321XLR aircraft delivered to Iberia
Powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines
Spanish flag carrier Iberia has taken delivery of its first A-321XLR airplane, becoming the launch operator of the world’s newest single-aisle aircraft. The plane, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, will b... more
DefenseRomania drafts law against drone intrusion into its airspace
Defensive measures for breaches that constitute a threat, including from conventional aircraft
Romania's Ministry of Defense has put forward a legislative proposal to allow the country's armed forces to intercept and neutralize, where necessary, drones that violate its airspace. A measure that reflects... more
AirlinesPresident Meloni attends Italy-Libya Business Forum in Tripoli
The first one to be held in the Northern Africa Country for over ten years -VIDEO
She announced that ITA Airways would be resuming direct flights to Libya in January next year, testifying to the gradual and steady strengthening of cooperation between the two Nations more
DefenseCzech Republic orders two C-390 "Millennium" multimission aircraft
The fourth NATO member to acquire this model. In the contract, industrial compensation
Today, the Czech Ministry of Defense (MoD) signed a contract for the acquisition of two Embraer C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft. These two NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) standard... more
AirportsEmergency evacuation at Sarajevo airport due to bomb scare
Security measures strengthened; flights suspended and investigation underway
Sarajevo International Airport was immediately evacuated today following a bomb scare. Its authorities received a threat that led to the temporary suspension of all incoming and outgoing flights; some... more
ConferencesFiep (2). The Carabinieri Corps relinquishes its presidency to the French National Gendarmerie
Annual Summit of the Association opened yesterday morning at Villa Madama in Rome
The annual Summit of the International Association of Gendarmeries and Police Forces with Military Status (FIEP) opened yesterday morning at Villa Madama in Rome, at the end of which the Carabinieri Corps,... more
Military aviationMeeting with the International Association of Gendarmerie and Military Police Forces
A Fiep delegation and the heads of twenty countries were received at the Quirinale - VIDEO
The Italian President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, received yesterday afternoon, a delegation from the International Association of Gendarmerie and Military Police Forces (FIEP) at the Palazzo Quirinale... more
Civil aviationBoeing reports third quarter results
Total company backlog of $511 billion, including over 5,400 commercial airplanes
The Boeing Company recorded third quarter revenue of $17.8 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($9.97) and core loss per share (non-GAAP) of ($10.44) primarily reflecting impacts of the IAM work stoppage and... more
AirportsBomb alarm: Birmingham Airport closed and evacuated
Precautionary reasons after suspicious vehicle found. Flights suspended
Operations at Birmingham Airport have been temporarily halted following reports of a potentially dangerous vehicle. The decision was taken as a safety measure to protect passengers and staff. Local authorities... more
AirportsAirports and the future: a digital tower also in Brussels-Charleoi
It will allow the airport to be managed remotely from a digital air traffic control centre in Namur -GALLERY
Part of a modernization program: as in Liège, in operation by 2026 more
Civil aviationEuropean Parliament approves more efficient and greener EU airspace
With more direct flights and fewer delays, and supporting climate neutrality
On Tuesday, MEPs paved the way for improved management of European airspace, enabling more direct flights and fewer delays, and supporting climate neutrality.The reform of "Single European Sky" rules,... more
Civil aviationCessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 prototype aircraft takes flight
It's expected to enter into service in 2026 - VIDEO
Textron Aviation announced yesterday that its Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 prototype aircraft took to the skies for the first time in early October. The announcement of this milestone flight follows the company’s u... more
IndustryF-35B test aircraft begins sea trials with Japanese multi-functional destroyer in eastern Pacific Ocean
They are scheduled to take approximately three weeks
A US F-35 Lightning II aircraft landed aboard Japan’s Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH-184) for the first time Oct. 20 off the southern coast of California to begin developmental test a... more
Civil aviationEMB: 20 years since the first ethanol-powered "Ipanema" aircraft was certified
It has avoided more than 28 million tons of CO2 emissions
Embraer is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the certification of the "Ipanema" EMB-202A ethanol-powered agricultural aircraft, the first and only series-produced aircraft in the world to fly with a... more
DefenseNew frontier in Italian Defense: "Sciamano Drone Carrier" ship under development
The project will be presented at the "Sea Drone Tech Summit 2024"
The Italian Navy is developing an innovative drone carrier ship called "Sciamano Drone Carrier", specifically designed to launch and recover both fixed-wing and rotary-wing UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles).... more
Civil aviationBoeing close to resolving labor dispute
Deal could end strike holding industry back
Boeing, the US aerospace giant, is close to resolving a labor dispute that has significantly impacted its production. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), which represents... more
ConferencesNATO launches five new multinational cooperation initiatives
To enhance deterrence and defence
NATO launched yesterday five initiatives designed to address some of the most critical areas for Allied deterrence and defence. These new multinational High Visibility Projects will involve a total of... more
AirlinesEmirates introduces upgraded B-777 aircraft on routes to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia
The airplanes are undergoing restyling work starting from July
Emirates today announced the debut of its upgraded B-777 aircraft on routes to Kuwait and Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This upgrade is part of a broader plan that will see a growing number of refurbished aircraft... more
AirportsBiden in Germany to strengthen alliances, discuss global conflicts
A simple coincidence the visit coincides with the presentation of the Zelensky Plan to the European Council?
US President Joe Biden has landed in Germany for an official visit. The presidential plane, Air Force One, landed in Berlin on Wednesday evening from Washington. During his stay, the US president will... more
ConferencesMinisters’ Meeting on Defence in Naples (October 18-20)
Per la prima volta nella storia del G7 una sessione dedicata al settore
The priorities indicated by the Italian Presidency of the G7 are characterized by deep defence and security implications, which are assuming ever-greater relevance at this especially sensitive time in... more
AccidentsPlane crash in Washington involving a US Navy EA-18G
Helicopter finds wreckage of electronic warfare aircraft. Fate of two on board still uncertain
The fate of two airmen aboard a US Navy electronic warfare aircraft remains unclear nearly two days after a crash east of Mount Rainier, Washington. The aircraft involved is an EA-18G "Growler" from Electronic... more
AerospaceAirbus DS: plans to reduce divisional workforce by up to 2,500 positions
The company adapts to challenging business environment
Airbus Defence and Space is announcing plans to adapt the Division’s organisation and workforce in light of a continued complex business environment, especially in the Space Systems segment where significant f... more
Civil aviationS-100 Uas impresses with its multimission capabilities at "Repmus 2024"
The exercise for three weeks hosted by the Portuguese Navy
Schiebel participated in the large-scale NATO supported exercise "REPMUS 2024" (Robotic Experimentation and Prototypingusing Maritime Uncrewed Systems) hosted by the Portuguese Navy. For the third year... more
DefenseLeonardo and Rheinmetall establish jv: new battle tanks and infantry fighting vehicles for the Italian Army
50:50 joint-venture with headquarters in Rome and operational headquarters in La Spezia
Leonardo and Rheinmetall have decided to establish a joint-venture aimingat forming a new European nucleus for the development and production of military combat vehicles inEurope. The companies had already... more
AirlinesWizz Air suspends flights to/from Tel Aviv
Temporary precautionary measure until 14 January 2025 inclusive. Refunds
"Due to the ongoing delicate situation in the region, Wizz Air temporarily suspends flights to and from Tel Aviv until 14 January 2025 inclusive", a short statement reports by the airline, which "regrets... more
AerospaceTelespazio signs a contract with the ESA for the Moonlight programme
Worth 123 million euro and for the future missions to the Moon
Telespazio, a joint-venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), signed a 123 million euro contract today in Milan with the European Space Agency (ESA) for the implementation of the first phase of... more
AerospaceStarship's fifth flight test lifted off yesterday
Concluded at splashdown 1 hour, 5 minutes and 40 seconds after launch
Starship’s fifth flight test lifted off on October 13, 2024, with its most ambitious test objectives yet as it works to demonstrate techniques fundamental to Starship and Super Heavy’s fully and rapidly reu... more
AirlinesMalaria in Europe: risks from airborne Mosquitoes
The Plasmodium parasite can travel in suitcases, packages or on airplanes. The alarm given by Ecd
An alarm has been raised by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), regarding the introduction and spread of the malaria parasite, Plasmodium, in Europe through mosquitoes accidentally... more