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Fair and showsWIKING Helikopter Service GmbH orders two H-145 helicopters
Berlin, Germany - For off-shore operations
Today, Airbus Helicopters and WIKING Helikopter Service GmbH signed a contract for two H-145s in off-shore configuration at the international aerospace exhibition "ILA" in Berlin, making them the first... more
Fair and shows"ILA Air Show". Airbus Helicopters advances Clean Sky 2 high-speed efficient rotorcraft demonstrator
Berlin, Germany - Flight-testing phase to begin before the end of the decade
Airbus Helicopters earlier this year passed an important milestone in the development of the high-speed, compound helicopter demonstrator currently being built as part of the Clean Sky 2 European research... more
UAS-DronesPiaggio Aerospace, speaks out ItalianFiom Union deputy: "The bankrupt is closer than ever"
Genoa, Italy - The perspective of a Finmeccanica's rescue of the company is an utopy
Yesterday, the prototype of the aircraft remotely piloted (Apr) P-1HH Hammerhead Piaggio Aerospace crashed off the coast of Trapani (see AVIONEWS) while its first test flight lasted not even 20 minutes.... more
Fair and shows"ILA Airshow" (2). Airbus Group and The Heinrich Böll Foundation present views on ‘Green Flight’
Berlin, Germany - Air traffic must become climate neutral and more environmentally friendly
Air traffic must become climate neutral and more environmentally friendly. The question of how to achieve this has been the subject of discussions since 2014 between Airbus Group and the Heinrich Böll... more
HelicoptersThe Enstrom TH-180 helicopter 2nd prototype
Menominee, Usa - The industry resumed flight testing
On May 26th, Enstrom resumed flight testing of the TH-180 with the second prototype, Helicopter N181TH. The TH-180 took to the air under control of Enstrom test pilot and Senior Technical Fellow, William... more
Civil aviationAircraft. Aci Europe: Norway's aviation tax is ill-advised, damaging & counterproductive
Brussels, Belgium - It comes into effect today
Today, the Norwegian government’s tax on air passengers comes into effect. It imposes NOK80 (€8.59) on each departing passenger, for both domestic and international flights from Norway. ACI EUROPE vie... more
AirlinesCathay Pacific Airways becomes new operator of the A-350 XWB airplane
Toulouse, France - The first twin engine widebody airline has arrived at its home bas in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific Airways has become the sixth airline to operate the twin engine widebody airliner. The airline’s first aircraft featuring the carrier’s new livery has arrived at its home base in Hong Kon... more
CuriositiesFraport holds first "Frankfurt Airport Innovation Challenge": submission deadline is June 28, 2016
Frankfurt, Germany - Competition launched to bring in ideas for new innovations
Airport operator Fraport is launching the first “Frankfurt Airport Innovation Challenge” –an idea competition with the motto “Make it your favorite destination” that all interested members of the publi... more
Civil aviationNew contract for Chinese-Russian co-production of wide-body aircraft
Moscow, Russia - The airplane will be developed in Russia and assembled in China
Moscow and Beijing will sign an agreement for the co-production of a wide-body aircraft by the end of June, as reported by some Russian ministerial sources. The project is part of a 13 billion worth agreement... more
Military aviationCombat Russian Su-34 aircraft destroy oil production facilities run by jihadist near Raqqa
Raqqa, Syria - Counter terrorism Kremlin raid are intensified, confirming the strong military presence of Russia in Syria
According to sources close to Russian Army, a Su-34 combat aircraft operating in Syria has destroyed a number of oil production facilities run by Daesh terrorists in Al Taura, 42 km south-west of Raqqa,... more
Military aviationAircraft and borders. China ready to proceed with a defense air plan in South Chinese Sea
Beijing, China - If USA will keep carrying out "Provocative" missions in disputed waters, Beijing will install an ADIZ system
If United States will continue to carry out "Provocative" missions across the disputed waters of the South China Sea, Beijing will install an Air Defense Identification Zone system (ADIZ) as stated by... more
MiscellaneousAVIONEWS wishes to everyone a Happy Italian Republic Day (70th anniversary). MB-339 airplanes overfly Rome
Rome, Italy - The agency will open again next Monday, June 6, after an extra-week-end
AVIONEWS informs subscribers, readers, reporters and fans of social networks that tomorrow, June 2nd, will be closed in the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Italian Republic. The publication... more
IndustryA-320neo airplane with CFM LEAP-1A engines receives joint EASA and FAA Airworthiness Type Certification
Toulouse, France - This award follows by six months the initial Certificate of Airworthiness received from both Authorities for the model, powered by the P&W engine option
On 31st May 2016, the single-aisle aircraft, the A-320neo, received on-schedule the Type Certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the... more
UAS-DronesTrapani: a prototype of drone aircraft P-1HH Hammerhead by Piaggio crashed
Trapani, Italy - Immediate the rescue operations of the drone 30 million Euros worth
In late morning of yesterday a P-1HH HammerHead drone aircraft by Piaggio Aerospace crashed into the sea during its test flight on which the company had put a lot of expectations. The UAV (Unmanned Aerial... more
CuriositiesPro-animals in extinction, a special livery for Emirates' airplane -VIDEO
Dubai, UAE - Against illegal wildlife trade
Emirates is on a mission to raise awareness about the threat that the illegal wildlife trade poses to the survival of some of the planet’s most endangered and iconic animals. The airline unveiled its f... more
HelicoptersAW-101 Norwegian All-Weather SAR helicopter unveilled by Norway’s Minister of Justice and Public Security
Rome, Italy - The deliveries to the customer will start in March 2017 and be completed in 2020
Leonardo-Finmeccanica announced the AgustaWestland AW-101 Norwegian All-Weather SAR Helicopter was unveilled today by Anders Anundsen, Norway’s Minister of Justice and Public Security, during a roll o... more
DiscussionsBoeing centennial. 747 aircraft that has changed the whole world -VIDEO
Seattle, Usa - The historic Jumbo jet joining link between ex-warring Nations
Boeing is celebrating its centennnial and for the event it seems worth retrace the epic story of its B-747 aircraft 250 million dollars that has changed the world of aviation. The plane is perhaps among... more
Finance and economyAirplanes. CALC signs an approximately USD 195 million pool loan facility
Hong Kong, China - With a consortium of six financial institutions
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (“CALC”), one of the largest independent aircraft operating lessors in China, today signed an approximately USD 195 million syndicated loan facility with a c... more
IndustryFTA-2 airplane, second prototype of Mitsubishi Regional Jet completes first flight
Nagoya, Japan - First delivery of the model in mid-2018
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, (MHI) today conducted the first flight of the second flight test aircraft (FTA-2) of the MRJ (Mitsubishi Regional Jet), their next-generation... more
Press releaseLeonardo-Finmeccanica takes note of its inclusion in the Indian "Black-list"
Rome, Italy - It hopes that an agreed and transparent solution is found as soon as possible, and confirms 2016 fuidance and the objectives
"In relation to various media reports concerning the initiation of a blacklisting process by the Indian Government, Leonardo-Finmeccanica acknowledges the statements made by the Indian Defence Minister,... more
AerospaceTelespazio exhibits at "ILA Berlin Airshow"
Rome, Italy - The industry is present with the subsidiaries VEGA Deutschland and GAF (e-GEOS)
Telespazio is present with the subsidiaries Telespazio VEGA Deutschland and GAF at the "ILA Berlin Airshow", taking place from 1-4 June 2016 at the Berlin Expo Centre Schönefeld. The event is known to... more
ConferencesAirplanes and events. IATA: aviation leaders gathering in Dublin, the second "AGM" after that one in 1962
Dublin, Ireland - Its 72nd "Annual General Meeting" opens on 2 June
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global air transport industry are gathering in Dublin, Ireland for the Association’s 72nd "Annual General Meeting (AGM) a... more
AirportsMoscow, Russia. Opened new airport with 4 million passenger capacity a year
Moscow, Russia - Operating despite the air traffic decrease due to economic downturn and the sanctions
The fourth Moscow International Airport opened its doors despite the decline in air traffic caused by the economic downturn and the international sanctions imposed on Russia. The airport management company,... more
AirportsAirplanes. Catania airport: the company SAC approved not listing in the SE
Catania, Italy - The decision in the shareholders' assembly took place yesterday
The shareholders' meeting of SAC SpA (Catania's airport management company) took place yesterday decided to not continue the listing procedure at the Stock Exchange of the company. The path has been prepared... more
DiscussionsErbil-Kurdistan Iraq Airport: it's hard to run the civil air traffic under jihadist siege
Mossul, Iraq - After Mossul conquer in 2014 Daesh station just 64 km far away from the building
Erbil International Airport is located in the homonymous center at 350 km from the north of Baghdad; located in the Iraqi Kurdistan region, the city is considered the oldest one still "Living" in the world.... more
Military aviationRussia test new Sukhoi aircraft in Crimea
Moscow, Russia - The prototypes will make test flights during Aviadarts military races
Large-scale exercises of military pilots on the Russian peninsula of Crimea have started under the guidance of the commander of the Russian Space Forces Viktor Bondarev. The commander said at the opening... more
Fair and showsAirplanes and helicopters. Airbus Group to present innovative technologies at "ILA 2016"
Toulouse, France - A-350XWB, A-380, A-320neo, A-400M, Eurofighter, A-330MRTT, E-Fan, Perlan glider as aircraft; Bluecopter will be presented for the first time
At the "ILA 2016" airshow, Airbus Group will present its wide range of products and innovative technologies for sustainable flight. Airbus, a manufacturer of passenger aircraft, will have three crowd-pullers... more
DiscussionsFinmeccanica banished from India. Is Leonardo in trouble? Boeing takes over 50 helicopters order
New Delhi, India - Second-hand machines that Seattle Industry will update. After radars, missiles, helicopters and guns, goodbye to Indian affairs. There will be a domino effect?
After the news on the stop to all tenders won by Finmeccanica to supply military equipment to India another blow strikes the Italian aerospace Company led by Moretti: Boeing has won an order for 50 attack... more
Fair and shows"ILA 2016": 1,017 exhibitors from 37 countries, 200 aircraft, helicopters, UAV, UAS and space
Berlin, Germany - The event from 1 to 4 June
The "ILA Berlin Air Show"(from 1 to 4 June) will feature the latest aircraft (airplanes and helicopters), innovative hi-tech products and technology, and a varied programme of supporting events and shows... more
CargoAircraft and results. IATA: air freight markets grow in April
Dublin, Ireland - A 3.2% increase in demand measured in FTKs compared to the same period last year
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released demand growth results for global air freight markets for April 2016 showing a 3.2% increase in demand measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs)... more
HelicoptersNew Russian transport helicopter Mil Mi-38/2
Moscow, Russia - The multirole rotorcraft set a record: it can reach 8,600 meters of altitude
The Russian civil transport helicopter Mil Mi-38/2 medium multi-role was officially presented yesterday by the project director of the model Alexander Akhromeyev. The rotorcraft, whose Mi-38 military... more
ReportSmugglers and arms trafficking, spokesman for the Libyan Navy accuses EU fleet
Tripoli, Lybia - "Operation Sophia has encouraged the traffickers", these the words of colonel Kasem in an interview
The spokesman for the Libyan Navy colonel Kasem said in an interview to "Aki-Adnkronos International" yesterday that arms traffickers operating in Tripoli adjacent waters have their best ally in the EU... more
Defense"Anatolian Eagle 2016-1" began today and will end next June 10
Istanbul, Turkey - The exercise started in 2001
One of the most important drills with the involvement of the NATO assets as Italy and Holland and the participation of other Middle Eastern Air Force, Saudia Arabia and Pakistan, began today and it will... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. IATA: passenger demand growth slows
Dublin, Ireland - Brussels attacks disrupt European traffic
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for April showing that demand (measured in total revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose by 4.6%--the slowest... more
Military aviationFour Russian combat aircraft intercepted in Lavtian airspace
Moscow, Russia - Two fighters Su-27 and two trasport An-26 were identified over Baltic sea
The Latvian national aviation yesterday identified four Russian aircraft flying over neutral Baltic sea waters close to Country borders. There were two fighter jets Su-27 and two transport aircraft An-26;... more
Military aviationAircraft /helicopters. Sweden, approved Nato agreement to militarize the country
Stockholm, Sweden - The parliament ratify unanimously the deployment of aircraft and other combat machines on the territory
Swedish parliament has unanimously approved Nato agreement for the national militarization. Planes, helicopters and other combat machines will be deployed on the territory, changing in fact the famously... more
ReportAirplane piece found in Mozambique: is it of the Malaysia missing flight?
Canberra, Australia - The Australian Transport Minister considered "Of interest" the recovered evidence, useful to the solution of the mystery
Darren Chester , the Australian Transport Minister, believes with hope that the last pieces belonged to a scheduled airplane, in particular on that one coming from a beach of the Mozambique that he defined... more
Press releaseAirplanes and safety. Inspections SAFA program made by the Italian ENAC and by other European civil aviation authorities
Rome, Italy - In the last three years
"With reference to some news on the press that, analyzing the recent aircraft disaster by the Egyptair, recall the supposed missed implementation in all Europe of the rule predicted by the SAFA (Safety... more
DiscussionsAirplanes and anniversaries. Aer Lingus celebrates today its 80 years
Dublin, Irelanda - It introduced the Dublin to Bristol route at Baldonnel Aerodrome
Milestone events at Aer Lingus throughout the decades 1936-2010 Aer Lingus (AL) "Teoranta" was registered as an airline in 1936. "Teoranta" means ‘Limited company’ and ‘Lingus’ is derived from the Iri... more
AirlinesEmirates opened new lounge at Cape Town International Airport
Dubai, UAE - It becomes the airline's 39th across its global network
Emirates recently opened its new two-level premium lounge at the Cape Town International Airport in South Africa. The new facility represents an investment of US$2,89 million by the airline. It is located... more
Military aviationAircraft/helicopters: Russia, heavy rearmament in far east zone of the country
Moscow, Russia - It is expected the implementation of military forces with 60 in combat aircraft, rotorcraft and 20 UAV
Russian authorities are putting unprecedented efforts in the improvement of its military infrastructure and in the rearmament of the units based in far east of the country. Today the commander of military... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and airlines. Jet Airways declared positive annual profit in 2016
Milan, Italy - And it reduces debt by USD 256 mn
Jet Airways Group declared record annual profit of USD 185 mn for FY16 and it reduced debt by USD 256 mn - Net profit of USD 185 million in FY16 compared to loss of USD 342 million in FY15 - EBITDAR... more
Military aviationSecond Worl War aircraft disappeared for 72 years, found in the Pacific
San Diego, Usa - The American Aviation Army TBM-1C Avenger was sunk near Palau in July 1944
A US aircraft TBM-1C Avenger disappeared in July 1944 was found in the waters surrounding the Pacific Island, in Palau, in the Pacific Ocean. The aircraft was identified through the joint efforts of the... more
AirportsMilitary "Wall of Honor" unveiled at Miami Airport
Miami, Usa - Memorial lists 118 South Florida men and women who have given their lives in service since September 11, 2001
In advance of "Memorial Day", Miami International Airport yesterday unveiled its "Wall of Honor memorial"– a 51-foot-long monument covered in black granite stone that lists the names of 118 military s... more
OccurrencesKorean Air aircraft evacuated at Haneda Airport in Japan
Tokyo, Japan - The left engine of Korean carrier's Boeing 777 took fire just before its take-off
A Boeing 777 of Korean Air was evacuated this morning at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, after one of the engines of the aircraft took fire shortly before the take-off. 302 passengers and 17 crew members... more
Civil aviationTurkey purchases maritime long-range patrol aircraft
Ankara, Turkey - They will be added to the national fleet composed of CN-235 and ATR-72
Turkey is considering the purchase of maritime patrol long-range aircraft that will be added to the national fleet of CN-235 twin-engine turboprop for tactical transport, and ATR-72 regional short-range... more
CargoHamburg Airport officially presents modern airfreight facility
Hamburg, Germany - Cargo Center soon to commence operation
After more than two years of construction work, the Hamburg Airport Cargo Center (HACC) will soon be ready to commence operation. Before the official launch, Hamburg Airport is today presenting its new... more
Finance and economyShareholders' meeting of Autogrill: 2015 financial statements approved
Milan, Italy - € 0.12 per share dividend voted: payment from 8 June 2016, ex-dividend date 6 June 2016
Meeting today in an ordinary session under the chairmanship of Gilberto Benetton, the shareholders of Autogrill SpA examined and approved the financial statements for 2015 and voted to allocate profits... more
IndustryBoeing: Air Austral celebrated delivery of airline's first 787 aircraft
Saint-Denis, Reunion Island - Reunion Island-based carrier becomes first Dreamliner French operator
Boeing and Air Austral celebrated the delivery of the carrier's first B-787 Dreamliner airplane. The newest addition to the carrier long-haul fleet touched down at Roland Garros Airport in Saint-Marie,... more
CuriositiesMIA and Brussels Airport launch global pharma air hub alliance
Miami, Usa - Partnership aims to build network of airports within $300 billion industry
Miami-Dade Aviation Director Emilio T. González announced today that Miami International Airport has partnered with Brussels Airport to create an international pharma air hub alliance, with the goal of... more