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DefenseFincantieri audit: industry looks at cyber ships
Folgiero: "Candidates to lead the Italian underwater pole, let's revitalize the agreement with Leonardo"
Technological base, strategic autonomy, Italian Underwater Center. These are the key points discussed today by the CEO of the Fincantieri Group, Pierroberto Folgiero, in the hearing at the Italian Defense... more
AccidentsUkraine: developments on the EC-225 helicopter crash
Five State officials and the pilot violated safety regulations
There are developments about the plane crash that occurred on January 18, 2023 in Brovary, a suburb of Kiev. It was a "blatant violation" of safety rules that caused the Ukraine Air Force's EC-225 "Super... more
AccidentsFlight MH370 plane crash: relatives in court
More than seven years later, first legal request examined by a Chinese court today
More than seven years after the filing of the first legal request, today a Chinese court begins to examine the requests for compensation from the families of passengers who were victims of flight MH370,... more
DefenseSigen, Thales-Elettronica consortium, aboard the "Horizon" frigates
For the modernization of the Electronic Warfare system
Following the signing of the contract between OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d'Armement/ Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation) and Naviris (a Fincantieri and Naval Group j... more
DefenseEmbraer delivers upgraded fifth E-99 aircraft to the Brazilian Air Force
The airplane is the first delivered with Full Operational Capability
Embraer has delivered to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) its fifth EMB-145 AEW&C aircraft, upgraded and designated as E-99M in the FAB. The airplane has been updated to perform Airborne Early Warning and... more
AirlinesCJ of EU on State aid during the Covid-19 pandemic
The Court dismisses the appeals by Ryanair on support measures by France and Sweden in 2020
In March 2020, France notified the European Commission of an aid measure in the form of a deferral of the payment of civil aviation tax and solidarity tax on airline tickets. That deferral, which benefited... more
HelicoptersBoeing shifts toward production of MH-139A "Grey Wolf" helicopter
The aircraft will replace the UH-1N "Huey"
Boeing continues to transition towards low rate initial production of the MH-139A "Grey Wolf" helicopter after completing the program’s Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) phase, delivering t... more
AirportsDLR and Hamburg Airport present joint hydrogen roadmap
H2 potential for medium-sized airports
On the way to climate-friendly flight – today, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Hamburg Airport presented a roadmap that sets out the steps required to develop a hydrogen infrastructure at medium-sized a... more
Civil aviation505th Bell 505 helicopter delivered
It will be configured for corporate transportation
Bell Textron Inc. announced the delivery of the 505th Bell 505 aircraft to North America based operator, Austin Claborn. The aircraft will be configured for corporate transportation.Certified by Transport... more
Latest newsIsrael: near agreement with Hamas
Entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza and exchange of hostages
Possible agreement between Palestinians and Israelis: good news after 46 days of war. According to sources from the Hamas militias, which control the Gaza Strip, the toll from the conflict is over 13,300... more
AirlinesUnited States: week of fire begins
Millions of passengers travelling for Thanksgiving
Hot week for flights in the United States. In fact, today begins a period in which a few million travelers will take a flight to visit friends, relatives and family to celebrate Thanksgiving together (November... more
Civil aviationJosé Gustavo new VP of Sales for Embraer D&S in Europe and Africa
With more than 20 years of experience
Embraer Defense & Security today appointed José Gustavo as the new Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Europe and Africa. He will be based in Lisbon, Portugal, under the leadership of... more
Civil aviationAircraft and traffic: FAA accelerates selection of ATCs
Fewer qualifications and training for new hires, the focus is on beginners and experience
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been trying for months to solve the problem of the shortage of air traffic controllers. However, initiatives adopted by the authority have made some experts... more
People"Airports Innovate" event kicks off in Muscat
A three day conference aims to transform the future of air travel
ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, ACI EUROPE, and ACI World today kick off "Airports Innovate", a global aviation event centred around innovation. Themed “Dynamic Think Tank – Reveal the Future”, this bra... more
DefenseUkrainian war: Russia deploys A-50 aircraft
Intelligence aircraft to communicate military targets to missile systems
According to the intelligence department of the British Ministry of Defense, the Russian Air Force has used the Beriev A-50 "Mainstay D" surveillance plane for the first time. Its use would be linked to... more
AirlinesUSA: fine of 40,000 dollars to a passenger
Decision of a federal district court in Arizona
An harassing passenger has been fined 38,952 dollars in the United States, a federal district court in Arizona ruled in favor of American Airlines. The company appealed against the traveler who had argued... more
Civil aviationEDGE's Etimad and ELT Group set roadmap for electronic warfare systems logistics hub
For ELT the localization in UAE of logistic activities is not limited to a pure efficiency increase of the services
Etimad Holding and ELT Group signed yesterday an implementation plan to establish a UAE-based integrated logistics support (ILS) hub for Electronic Warfare (EW) systems in the UAE, which will serve as... more
Civil aviation"Dubai Airshow": international premiere for Ka-32 helicopter
Russia presents firefighting aircraft for the first time abroad
At the international "Dubai Airshow" 2023 (13-17 November) the Russian helicopter manufacturer Russian Helicopters (Rostec Group) presented for the first time abroad its new Kamov Ka-32А11М aircraft, a... more
Aerospace"Detumbler" patented to to tackle in-orbit debris
Launched in the last days it will be tested in space early in 2024
Airbus’ patented "Detumbler" device designed to prevent satellites at the end of their lives from tumbling, was launched in the last days and will be tested in space on the mission in association with E... more
Civil aviationPlanes and helicopters. EU extends aid for firefighting
Extends funding for Member States until 2027
The Council of the European Union approved the extension In recent hours, until the end of 2027, of funding for Member States that rent firefighting planes and helicopters. This is a transitional measure... more
AirlinesIsrael: six humanitarian flights
There are 14 connections organized from Brussels to support the Gaza population
The European Commission announced today that six air links have been scheduled to provide humanitarian aid to the population of the Gaza Strip between now and the end of the month. Furthermore, Brussels... more
Civil defenseIndia will modernize its military fleet in 3-4 years
Modernization plan includes replacement of about 250 aircraft
The Indian armed forces have announced that within the next 3-4 years it will begin the replacement of the old Chetak and Cheetah military helicopters produced by the national manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics... more
DefenseRussia-European Union tensions
Lavrov: "The West has decided to destroy the world economy to teach Russia a lesson"
A round table on Ukraine was held today with the heads of diplomatic missions accredited to Moscow. On the occasion, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov underlined that Washington continues to purchase... more
Civil aviationUSA: fundamental technology on police helicopters
There is controversy over the devices which however do not prevent the violence of the teams on the ground
The optical units installed on board police helicopters are a fundamental tool for law enforcement activities. In fact, these are instruments equipped with cutting-edge technologies that offer the crew... more
AccidentsAfter the accident, the new terminal arrives near Milan
It will be inaugurated on Thursday in San Donato Milanese
The new San Donato Milanese bus station will be inaugurated on Thursday 9 November at 11:00 am. The ceremony, just over two years after the tragic plane crash in which a private Pilatus PC-12/47E aircraft... more
AerospaceESA Ministerial Council: decisions regarding Ariane 6, Vega C and Vega E
The main outcomes of the meeting of yesterday in Seville
A Council of the European Space Agency (ESA) took place yesterday in Seville, attended by ministers representing member States. Among the many decisions taken, some concerned crucial aspects of the Ariane... more
AirportsAci Europe: peak Summer months drive strong recovery
At European airports, amidst challenges -ATTACHMENT
ACI EUROPE today releases its air traffic report for September and the third quarter (Q3) of 2023 -a peak period for European air travel.Passenger traffic across the European airport network increased... more
AirlinesBrazil militarizes airports
Objective: to guarantee passenger safety and fight drug traffickers
The Brazilian government is militarizing two of the country's main international airports: the "Antonio Carlos Jobim" of Rio de Janeiro-Galeão and the "André Franco Montoro" in São Paulo-Guarulhos. Th... more
HelicoptersTensions in the skies between China and Canada
Planes fire on military helicopter in the South China Sea
In recent days, Shenyang J-11 fighter planes of the Chinese navy would have flanked a CH-148 "Cyclone" amphibious helicopter of the Canadian navy, arriving at a very close distance, up to 30 meters from... more
Airlines"Ciaran": dozens of flights cancelled in Amsterdam
Air carrier KLM stopped connections due to storm
The Dutch national carrier KLM has today cancelled dozens of flights to and from Amsterdam-Schiphol airport. This is a preventive measure decided due to the passage of cyclone "Ciaran", which is lashing... more