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AccidentsAircraft crashes in Laos, 44 casualties
Pakse, Laos - The accident occurred close to the Mekong river
An air accident which occurred today, Wednesday 16 October 2013, in Laos caused the death of 44 persons. An ATR-72 which, according to the "BBC", was operated by Lao Airlines, and which took off from... more
ReportAircraft and security. Bomb alert at Miami Airport (2): Termional J reopened
Miami, USA - Just a flight delayed because of the evacuation
The Terminal J at Miami International Airport has been reopened after the evacuation which was caused by an explosive-sniffing dog which detected something suspicious on a pallet (AVIONEWS). According... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. Partial black-out at London-Gatwick Airport
London, United Kingdom - Several hours could be needed to fix the problem
London-Gatwick Airport has been hit by a partial black-out: the South terminal of Europe's 10th busiest hub is at moment without power, because of the flooding of a local power sub-station close to the... more
ReportAircraft and transport. Bomb alert at Miami Airport, the facility has been evacuated
Miami, USA - The bomb squad intervene in the hub
Bomb alert at Miami International Airport in the morning of today, Wednesday 16 October 2013: the Florida's hub has been evacuated after that a bomb-sniffing dog detected something on a suspect pallet... more
Civil aviationAircraft and "SES". AEA calls on the EP to push for the implementation of "Single European Sky" II+
Brussels, Belgium - The need for breaking the current deadlock of it and makes the Single Sky a reality
This afternoon, the Association of European Airlines (AEA) will call together Members of the European Parliament (MEP), airlines and high-level representatives of the European Economic and Social Committee... more
IndustryEmbraer delivered a total of 44 aircraft in 3Q13
São José dos Campos, Brazil - 19 jets to the commercial aviation market and 25 to the executive
During the third quarter of 2013 (3Q13), Embraer SA delivered 19 jets to the commercial aviation market and 25 to the executive aviation market, for a total of 44 aircraft. On September 30, 2013, the firm... more
AirlinesAir India approves sale of five B-777/200LR to Etihad
Delhi, India - The airplanes are fundamental in the Middle-Eastern carrier's growth strategy
The board of directors of Air India granted its approval to the sale of five B-777/200LR to Etihad Airways, in an operation which is expected to grant about 350 million dollars to the Delhi-based company. Air... more
Fair and showsSelex ES participates at "Smart City Exhibition"
Bologna, Italy - The event takes place from October 16 to 18 in Bologna
Selex ES, a Finmeccanica company, participates at the "Smart City Exhibition" in Bologna, Italy from the 16th to the 18th of October 2013. The event is organised by FORUM PA and Bologna Fiere and is at... more
AirlinesAircraft and finance. Italian Transport Minister: "Air France must nbot think to Alitalia as to a regional subsidiary"
Rome, Italy - The European Commission is waiting information to assess the allegation of industrial protectionism
During the past days the "Financial Times" accused the Italian government for the entrance of Poste Italiane, the Italian mail service, which is 100% owned by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, in ALitalia's... more
ReportAircraft and security. Dry-ice bombs at Los Angeles Airport: a suspect arrested
Los Angeles, USA - He is an employee of a ground handling company
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) arrested a 28-yo man in connection with the two explosions of dry-ice bombs which occurred in the past days in the airport of the Californian metropolis. The... more
Weather forecastsBad weather in Italy: strong winds on the two major islands, Calabria, Basilicata and Puglia
Rome, Italy - A bulletin issued by the Civil Defense Department
The Italian Civil Defense Department, on the basis of the available forecasts, issued a bulletin for adverse weather conditions. Northern-Western winds from strong to burrasca are predicted in the... more
DefenseMBDA's VL MICA successfully fired by the Royal Navy of Oman from the Al Shamikh OPV
Paris, France - The missile intercepted and destroyed at very low altitude the target
The Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) has recently conducted an operational naval VL MICA missile firing from the Al Shamikh Ocean Patrol Vessel (OPV), a Khareef class constructed by BAE Systems. This live firing... more
Civil aviationAircraft and transport. Spain cuts airport tariffs to boost traffic
Madrid, Spain - Incentives for the opening of new routes
The Spanish government has announced the intention to cut the airport tariffs, and in some cases to remove them completely, for the airlines operating in the hubs of the country, in an attempt to increase... more
IndustryJapan: assembly started for the first MRJ aircraft
Nagoya, Japan - Forecasts for the first delivery still pointing at Summer 2017
The final assembly of the first Mitsubishi Regional Jet flight test aircraft started today, Tuesday 15 October 2013, at the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Komaki South Plant in Nagoya, Japan. The start... more
AirlinesAircraft and airlines. LOT postpones the request of further public aid
Warsaw, Poland - "The financial results are better than expected", the Treasury Minister announced
LOT Polish Airlines has decided to postpone the possible request of further public aid, thanks to the good performance which was achieved in the past months by the main Polish carrier. The announcement... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. Second dry-ice bomb in two days at Los Angeles Airport
Los Angeles, USA - Delays to some flights, authorities at present rule out a nexus to terrorism
For the second time in two days an explosion of a dry-ice bomb occurred at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), causing minor disruption to the normal operaitons of the US' hub. The first explosion... more
IndustryAirplanes and assistance. Airbus Military: Seville's Services Logistic Hub is operational
Seville, Spain - In line with the Full In-Service Support (FISS) model developed by the company, it ensures the quick delivery of spare parts globally
The Airbus Military Services Logistic Hub has started operations in Seville, Spain, in line with the Full In-Service Support (FISS) model developed by the company. This hub delivers spare parts for all... more
Press releaseAlitalia: shareholders agree an increase in capital of a maximum of EUR 300 million
Rome, Italy - To be offered to the shareholders in proportion to the share owned
"The Alitalia Shareholders’ Meeting today unanimously agreed an increase in capital of up to EUR 300 million to be offered to the shareholders in proportion to the share of capital owned, as proposed b... more
Government actsItalian Parliamentary question on workability by helicopters abroad outside of the certified heliports/airports
Rome, Italy - By honourable Basilio Catanoso (PdL)
"The Italian honourable Basilio Catanoso(PdL) asked to the Infrastructure and Transport minister, to know, granted that: the Italian aircraft company Hoverfly received in the first days in September... more
AirlinesAircraft and finance. Alitalia's shareholders back capital increase; Poste Italiane's CEO travels to Paris to check Air France's intentions
Rome, Italy - Italian Minister for Finance: "The idea of a stand-alone airline is completely changed now"
After a meeting which ended in the first hours of today's morning, the shareholders of Alitalia unanimously approved a capital increase of up to 300 million Euros, which will be offered to the shareholders... more
ReportAircraft and transport. Earthquake in the Philippines: limited disruption in the airports
Manila, Philippines - Just a few delays and cancellations
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) communicated that the airports of the South-Asian country suffered just "Minor damages" and are again operational after the magnitude-7.2 earthquake... more
Military aviationNorway ready to purchase six additional F-35 aircraft
Oslo, Norway - Oslo increases the Defence budget for 2014
The Norwegian government presented to the Parliament a budget proposal for 2014 which includes the purchase of six additional F-35 aircraft, on top of the 52 which were initially ordered: it would be an... more
AirportsAircraft and finance. Investment incoming from China for Manchester Airport
Beijing, China - Announcement provided by Chancellor George Osborne during a visit in the Asian country
During a visit in China to promote UK business, Chancellor George Osborne announced that a company of the Asian country will be part of the consortium which will make an investment of 800 million pounds... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Brussels greenlights Aegean for Olympic's acquisition: "It would be forced to leave the market in any event"
Brussels, Belgium - A 72-million-Euro operation
The European Commission has cleared the proposed acquisition of Olympic Air by Aegean Airlines, both Greek air carriers, under the EU Merger Regulation. Brussels' in-depth investigation has shown that... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Italian Transport Minister: "Alitalia is not Air France's Cinderella"
Rome, Italy - The French company wants guarantees to take part in the rescue plan
Italian Minister for Transport Maurizio Lupi restated the need of not closing out Alitalia, nd above all of defending its base of customers and jobs in the country. "Alitalia -the Minister explained... more
Military aviationThirty Sukhoi Su-34 aircraft for the Russian Air Force by 2014 (VIDEO)
Moscow, Russia - The fighters will replace the Su-24 in the Air Force's and Navy's fleet
Sukhoi will provide thirty new Su-34 aircraft by the end of 2014: "The current year plan on the delivery of 14 aircraft under the state defence order will be fulfilled, and the plant has promised to deliver... more
IndustryAirbus: second A-350XWB test aircraft successfully completes first flight
Toulouse, France - Lasted approximately five hours
The second A-350XWB aircraft to fly, MSN3, has just landed back at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport France, after successfully completing its first flight that lasted approximately five hours. The A-350 XWB... more
Finance and economyAlitalia Group: BoD and meeting today after the green light to financial plan of EUR 500 million
Rome, Italy - So divided: € 300 million by way of capital increase; € 200 million of new lines of credit
The Board of Directors of Alitalia -Compagnia Aerea Italiana SpA, chaired by Roberto Colaninno, met last Friday in Rome. The BoD unanimously approved a final budget package totaling € 500 million a... more
Industry"First A-350 aircraft will be delivered by the end of 2014", EADS CEO claims
Sydney, Australia - Enders forecasts a recover in the sales of the A-380
On Monday 14 October 2013 Chief Executive Officer of the EADS Group Tom Enders, meeting journalists in Sydney, provided some interesting information regarding the future prospects of Airbus, particuarly... more
Weather forecastsBad weather in Italy: still alert for storms on the central-South
Rome, Italy - The Civil Defense Department issued a notice for adverse conditions
The Italian Civil Defense Department, on the basis of the available forecasts, issued a bulletin for unfavourable weather conditions. The notice indicates from tomorrow morning, Saturday on October... more
AirlinesAir Canada announces opening of the no-stop flight from Milan to Toronto
Rome, Italy - Positive results in September in Italy
Air Canada announces the opening of the Milan-Toronto no-stop flight, operating from next June 18, 2014. A B-767/300ER airplane will take off from Milan-Malpensa five times per week (with a two class... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport. Alitalia: Colaninno prepares his farewells
Rome, Italy - Del Torchio confirmed as CEO?
According to rumours, due to the requests made by some shareholders of Alitalia, the years of Roberto Colaninno as Chairman of the main Italian airline might have come to an end, whereas there probably... more
Finance and economyAircraft and finance. Swissport enters the handling division of Scandinavian Airlines
Stockholm, Sweden - New initiative in the context of the "4 Excellence Next Generation" restructuring plan
Swissport International and Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) signed an agreement by which the Swiss firm acquires a 10% stake in each of SAS' three ground handling companies in Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The... more
CargoLufthansa Cargo records increase in load factors in challenging market
Frankfurt, Germany - The airline continues to invest in route network
In a challenging market environment, Lufthansa Cargo flew with fuller aircraft in the first nine months of the year. In fact the cargo airline increased the load factor of its aircraft to 69.3 per cent.... more
AirlinesGermanwings: 31 new routes of the schedule in the Summer 2014
Milan, Italy - Bari, Cagliari, Catania, Lamezia Terme, Milan, Olbia and Venice are the Italian routes
Germanwings becomes one of the greatest airlines at the Düsseldorf airport, with the next Summer schedule. The German low-cost airline receives the routes of its subsidiary Lufthansa also from this city... more
IndustryUSA: 2.5-billion-dollar airplane deliveries blocked because of the shutdown
Oklahoma City, USA - The FAA aircraft-registration office is closed
The shutdown of the Government of the United States, which entered into effect in the evening of September 30, 2013 because of the Congress' failure to agree on a federal budget for fiscal year 2014, is... more
DefenseItalian Navy: the "Sirio" destroyer at the "Ramogepol 2013" exercise
Rome, Italy - The drill began last Tuesday and ended yesterday
The "Ramogepol 2013" drill, began last October 8 in the Bonifacio strait, ended yesterday with the participation of the "Sirio" destroyer of the Italian Navy in order to protect and to oppose the coast... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma: works on runway Nr 1 at Fiumicino from this evening to Sunday
Rome, Italy - EUR 3 million investment and over 150 people engaged
Important works of upgrade of the taxiing way of the runwy nr 1 at the "Leonardo da Vinci" airport in Fiumicino, named 16R/34L, as predicted from the development plan of Fiumicino Sud, will be realized... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport. Alitalia: you've got Mail
Rome, Italy - But the Civil Aviation Authority warns: 500 million Euros are needed, or the company will be grounded
Alitalia, you've got Mail: the public partner which has been chosen by the Government in order to try a last-minute rescue of the main Italian carrier is indeed Poste Italiane, the Italian mail service,... more
OccurrencesCagliari: problems after the takeoff for a Ryanair aircraft
Cagliari, Italy - It seems that one of the engines shut off during the flight
A Treviso-bound Ryanair aircraft which departed from Cagliari-Elmas experienced some problems this morning: the pilot of the Boeing 737 aircraft of the Irish low-cost company was forced to reverse its... more
AirportsAircraft and finance. European Commission gives green light to sale of Luton Airport from TBI to AXA-AENA consortium
Brussels, Belgium - A 502-million-Euro operation
The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the acquisition of joint control over London Luton Airport Group Limited of the UK by AENA Desarrollo Internacional of Spain and AXA Investment... more
Press releaseAirplanes and airlines. Italian Government on Alitalia: satisfaction on Poste SpA will to participate at increase of capital
Rome, Italy - And it considers the carrier a strategic asset for the Country, but with some conditions
"The Government expresses satisfaction for the will by Poste SpA to participate, as important industrial partner, at the raise of the Alitalia's capital. Discontinuity, stabilization of the shareholding... more
AirlinesAircraft and transport. Aeroflot launches its low-cost carrier
Moscow, Russia - Single-class configuration, no reclining seats
Aeroflot presented the new low-cost company in the group of the main Russian carrier: it will be named Dobrolyot ("Nice flight"), which was the name Aeroflot itself had between 1923 and 1932. Dobrolyot... more
HelicoptersFirst production AW-189 helicopter performs its maiden flight
Cascina Costa, Italy - The aircraft is expected to be delivered to Bristow Helicopters by year end
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, announced that the first production AW-189, 8 tonne class twin engine helicopter performed its maiden flight at Vergiate plant (Italy) today. The aircraft is expected... more
AirportsNaples: easyJet announces the opening of a base in the Spring 2014
Naples, Italy - The airline continues to invest in Italy with two airplanes
The easyJet' Europe Manager, Mike Campbell, together with Italian manager, Frances Ouseley, have announced today in front of the Mayor, Luigi de Magistris, and CEO of Gesac SpA (Naples' airport management... more
CargoAirbus: world freighter fleet to reach almost 3,000 airplanes in next 20 years
Toulouse, France - The industry well positioned with A-330/200F and A-330P2F
According Airbus’ new Cargo Global Market Forecast, world-wide air freight traffic will grow by an average of 4.8 per cent annually over the next 20 years, almost doubling the required global freighter f... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. The Eurocopter Foundation and NGO World Vision Mexico together for humanitarian aid
Mexico City, Mexico - To support in zones affected by the recent natural catastrophes in Mexico
The Eurocopter Foundation and NGO World Vision Mexico have joined forces to distribute food and humanitarian aid to the communities affected by Hurricane "Ingrid" and Tropical Storm "Manuel". This agreement... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. New Israeli airport on the Red Sea attracts criticism from Jordan
Tel Aviv, Israel - The facility would be too close to another hub, Amman claims
The Jordan government ha strongly criticized Israel for the construction plan of a new international airport on the Red Sea: this is not, at least apparently, something which is part of the usual tensions... more
AirportsAircraft and transport. Power outage at London-Stansted Airport, possible delays
London, United Kingdom - Flights unable to land for about 30 minutes this morning
London-Stansted Airport has been hit today, Thursday 10 October 2013, by a power outage for about 30 minutes, which is still causing problems to the flight operations of the English hub. Power was cut... more
ReportHelicopters and courts. Finmeccanica: no judges available for Orsi's trial
Busto Arsizio, Italy - The court must find a replacement by November 26
New postponement for the trial which involves Giuseppe Orsi (former president and chief executive officer of Finmeccanica) and Bruno Spagnolini (ex-CEO of AgustaWestland), who are accused of international... more