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AirportsEgis conducts feasibility studies for terminal expansion at Lyon Airport
Lyon, France - Egis provides support to project management on the feasibility studies for the expansion of the terminals T1 and T3 at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (Aéroports de Lyon)
As part of the master plan for infrastructure development, the company Aéroports de Lyon initiated a programme to extend the passenger terminals located in the south part of the airport. Terminal... more
Civil aviationSeverodvinsk will construct a floating airfield in Arctic Region
Moscow, Russia - Besides helipad also an accommodation block for rest of personnel
Sevmash defense shipyard (Severodvinsk) will construct the floating transit airfield in Arctic Region for oilers, who are producing the Prirazlomnoye deposit in the shelf area of Pechora Sea, TASS-Sibir’ r... more
AirlinesAir Berlin and oneworld prepare for a shared future
Milan, Italy - The communications campaing jointly began in Germany
Air Berlin’s preparations to join the oneworld airline alliance move up a gear with the launch of a major communications campaign, which sees it become the first recruit in the alliance’s history to car... more
Press releaseENAC. Comiso Airport: opening time schedule has been outlined
Rome, Italy - During yesterday's meeting held at the Directorate General of the entity
Yesterday, November 3, at the Directorate General of ENAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), a meeting to discuss the opening stages of the Comiso airport was held. During the meeting, attended by the... more
AirportsAVIONEWS interviews Margherita Chiaramonte, Responsible Network Development at the Airport of Naples
naple, Italy - Objective: 5.8 million passengers by the end of the year
AVIONEWS has recently interviewed Margherita Chiaramonte, Responsible Network Development at the Naples airport, who declared that the port of Naples covers 29 international destinations and 13 domestic... more
AirlinesLufthansa ready to sell British Midland International (BMI) to IAG
London, UK - Negotiations expected to end this week-end, together with the financial results of the Anglo-Spanish Group
According to rumours, an agreement between the German carrier Lufthansa (LA) and IAG (International Airlines Group, the holding company formed by the merger between British Airways and Iberia) is imminent,... more
Weather forecastsBad weather: heavy rains persist on North-West Italy
Rome, Italy - Big part of Italy will be reached by tomorrow. Operational Committee has been convened
The Civil Protection Department, together with the prefectures, regions and local civil protection structures, is constantly following the development of adverse weather phenomena that have recently affected... more
IndustryGidromash will be supplying landing gear for MS-21
Moscow, Russia - Agrrement signed with Irkut Corporation
President of Gidromash, Vladimir Luzyanin, and president of Irkut Corporation, Alexey Fedorov, have signed a contract on development, production, testing and delivery of landing gear for MS-21 aircraft,... more
AirlinesEtihad Airways celebrates eight years of flying
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Tomorrow on Saturday, November 5
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is eight years old on Saturday, November 5, 2011. The airline operated its inaugural, ceremonial flight to Al Ain on November 5, 2003.... more
PeopleAir Malta: appointed the new marketing and brand manager
Valletta, Malta - Previous experience with Wizz Air and Malev
Melinda Kecskes has been appointed general manager marketing and brand at Air Malta. She will be responsible for the airline’s marketing, brand strategy and to ensure a transition of the Air Malta brand v... more
AerospaceFermi's 100th pulsar star
Rome, Italy - Latest discovery made by the Large Area Telescope, Italian "Eye" operating on the NASA satellite
The Large Area Telescope (LAT), Italian "Eye" of NASA's Fermi mission, discovered a powerful millisecond pulsar. This result, achieved by an international team (significantly supported by Italy), impeaches... more
Press releaseSIA: Group financial performance for first half 2011-12
Milan, Italy - High fuel prices drive profit down 62%
The Group made a net profit of $ 239 million of Singapore in the first half of the 2011-12 financial year. This was $394 million (-62%) lower than the same period a year ago, principally on account of... more
AirlinesAir Malta's new Winter timetable 2011/2012
Valletta, Malta - As from 30 October till 24 March 2012
Air Malta has just launched its new Winter schedule of operations, running from 30 October till 24 March, presenting a choice of 21 direct destinations with over 100 flights every week. The carrier... more
Civil aviationTransport by aircraft. AEA: ETS should be about environmental sustainability, not politics
Brussels, Belgium - According to the Secretary General Ulrich Schulte-Strathaus
Yesterday AEA (Association of European Airlines) Secretary General Ulrich Schulte-Strathaus urged political leaders to tackle Emissions trading System (EU ETS) as an environmental priority, rather than... more
IndustrySelex Sistemi Integrati wins contracts for ATC in Colombia and the UK
Rome, Italy - For radar systems
SELEX Sistemi Integrati (SSI), a Finmeccanica company, was awarded contracts for ATC systems in Colombia and the United Kingdom. In Colombia the contact was signed with the Unidad Administrativa Especial... more
AirlinesToto-Livingston, agreement reached
Milan, Italy - Agreement signed at the Ministry of Economic Development in the presence of trade-union representatives
Last 2 November an agreement was reached between the extraordinary administrator of Livingston, Daniele Discepolo, and Riccardo Toto, son of Carlo Toto and leader of AirOne Executive at the Ministry of... more
IndustryLM: National Armaments Directors approve MEADS program continuation plan
Rome, Italy - An amendment that funds two flight intercept tests
The National Armaments Directors of Germany, Italy and the United States approved a contract amendment that funds two flight intercept tests of the Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS). The amended... more
Military aviationPAK-FA programme: 100th test performed yesterday (VIDEO)
Moscow, Russia - Main priority for Sukhoi's projects
Yesterday, Thursday, November 3, 2011 was a memorable date for the T-50 (PAK FA) fifth-generation multi-role fighter programme because the 100th flight test has been performed; an objective reached by... more
ReportMore problems for Qantas A-380 aircraft
Dubai, UAE - Trent 972 engine shut down because of insufficient oil
The vicissitudes of the A-380 aircraft operated by the Australian carrier Qantas seem to have no end, which after the recent events related to the Trent 900 engine (see news AVIONEWS 1 and 2), another... more
Press releaseEmirates reports half year profits
Milan, Italy - Equal to DHS 827 million
Emirates airline produced a net profit of Dhs 827 million (USD 225 million), for the first six months of its current financial year ending 30th September 2011. The carrier continues to be the fastest growing... more
CuriositiesBarbie loves Alitalia
Milan, Italy - The carrier's historic uniforms worn by an exceptional model
A partnership between the world's most famous fashion doll and Italy's airline that will present "Made in Italy" style and fashion trends worldwide. A unique collection of dolls that will wear the historic... more
AirlinesAir Dolomiti makes Check C on Embraer 195 aircraft
Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy - For the first time
The Italian company of the Lufthansa group, Air Dolomiti, announced that for the first time it has implemented the Check C on one of its Embraer 195 aircraft. Thanks to the experience gained in more... more
IndustryTsAGI confirms SSJ-100 airplane fuselage’s compliance with EASA requirements
Moscow, Russia - The static tests represent a major step ahead in the achievement of European Certification, expected by the end of 2011
Tests performed at TsAGI (Central Aerohydrodynamics Institute in Zhukovksy, Moscow) at the end of October 2011 confirmed the static strength of the SSJ-100 fuselage in accordance with aviation rules CS-25... more
Military aviationWashington ready to propose F-35 JSF aircraft to India
New Delhi, India - Following the exclusion of the American industries from the tender offer launched by New Delhi for 126 fighter jets
It seems that the US government does not want to accept the fact that some American industries lost the tender offer launched by India for 126 fighter planes. And since New Delhi "is inclined towards the... more
IndustryLM conducts successful PAC-3 missile test
Dallas, Usa - At White Sands Missile Range, in New Mexico
Lockheed Martin’s PAC-3 Missile successfully detected, tracked and intercepted an aerodynamic tactical ballistic missile target last Tuesday in a flight test at White Sands Missile Range, N.M. The t... more
Industry"Dubai Airshow 2011": Airbus showcases its eco-efficient aircraft
Toulouse, France - Versatile A-330 and corporate jet families are centre stage of display
Airbus, one of the leading aircraft manufacturers, will present its modern and eco-efficient aircraft family at this year’s "Dubai Airshow" (13-17 November). In the static display area visitors will b... more
Weather forecastsBad weather in Italy: storms and heavy rain expected on the North-West of Peninsula as from this evening
Rome, Italy - New announcement issued by the department
As from this evening, the broad Atlantic perturbation approaching the western Mediterranean will determine the unstable flow at high altitude, which will brig heavy rainfall on Italian north-western regions.... more
PeopleAir Malta: nominated the aircraft Chief Strategic Fleet Officer
Valletta, Malta - Captain Laurence Gatt
Air Malta has appointed Captain Laurence Gatt to the new position of aircraft Chief Strategic Fleet Officer. He will respond directly to CEO Peter Davies. The airline explained that its major restructuring... more
IndustryLM: C-130 Hercules aircraft program hits another historic milestone
Marietta, Usa - The plane is destined for Dyess Air Force Base, Texas
Lockheed Martin celebrated the rolling out of the 250th C-130J Super Hercules built at its facility. This C-130J is destined for Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, which is scheduled to receive a total of 28... more
DefenseRussia tests launched the Topol RS-12M ballistic missile
Moscow, Russia - Basic specifications tested after an extended service life to 24 years
A Russian Defense Ministry spokesman announced that the test launch of a Topol RS-12M intercontinental ballistic missile has been done today at 10:45am (Moscow time) from the Plesetsk Space Centre, situated... more
AccidentsTurkish F-4 fighter jet crashed
Ankara, Turkey - Both pilots dead
Turkish television announced that today an F-4 fighter jet of the Turkish Air Force crashed during a training flight near the central Anatolian city of Konya, where a large air base is situated. Both pilots... more
DiscussionsItalian Navy (MMI-Marina militare italiana)(2): contribution of the Armed Force to the Libyan crisis
Rome, Italy - And to the NATO "Unified Protector" operation
Contribution of the MMI (Marina militare italiana - Italian Navy) to the Libyan crisis and NATO 'Unified Protector' operation Since February 17, 2011, Italy has offered its help in view of the Libyan... more
AirportsWarsaw "Chopin Airport" reopened after occurrence on Tuesday (VIDEO)
Warsaw, Poland - First plane took off after 10:30 pm last night
"Chopin" Airport in Warsaw has been reopened for all air operations. First plane took off after 10:30 pm last night. Thanks to the great involvment of "Chopin Airport" ground services and good cooperation... more
IndustryATR delivers to ALC the first 72/600 airplane
Toulouse, France - Brazilian carrier TRIP Linhas Aéreas will operate the aircraft
European turboprop manufacturer ATR today delivered to the US-based lessor, Air Lease Corporation (ALC) their first -72/600 turboprop aircraft. Founded by Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, ALC has agreed in 2010 and... more
DefenseItalian Navy (MMI-Marina militare italiana): "Unified Protector" terminated
Taranto, Italy - Navy Chief of Staff met the crew members who participated to the NATO mission
Yesterday at 3:30pm, "Aboard the 'Garibaldi' aircraft carrier moored at the Naval Base of 'Mar Grande di Taranto', the head of the Navy Admiral Bruno Branciforte, met the crew who participated in the 'Unified... more
AirportsAVIONEWS: interviewed Marco Consalvo General director GESAC - Airport of Naples, Italy (VIDEO)
Naples, Italy - Passenger growth at the Capodichino Airport
AVIONEWS interviewed Marco Consalvo, Director General GESAC (Management Company of Naples-Capodichino airport). The Director stated that the airport registered an average growth of 4-5% in recent years,... more
AirlinesVerona gets nearer to Havana and Cancun thanks to Blue Panorama Airlines
Rome, Italy - Flights every Sunday
Every Sunday, Blue Panorama will fly from Verona to Havana and Cancun. The flights will be operated from December 25, 2011 till April 8, 2012. Following are the ticket prices: - Havana from... more
Weather forecastsWeather forecast in Italy: bad weather in the South
Rome, Italy - As from tomorrow the arrival of intense bad weather, especially on North-West Italy
Sicily and Calabria's Ionian sectors remain subject to unstable weather conditions, while on the remaining Italian regions more stable weather has arrived. However, as from tomorrow, a large Atlantic depression... more
IndustrySelex Sistemi Integrati wins contracts in Thailand
Rome, Italy - For Kronos radar systems
SELEX Sistemi Integrati, a Finmeccanica company, has been awarded contracts to supply a KRONOS radar system both to the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) and the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF). The system which will... more
AirlinesAfter an eight month suspension, Alitalia restarts connections between Italy and Libya
Rome, Italy - Tripoli Customer Centre re-opened
"After an eight month suspension, Alitalia has today resumed flights between Italy and Libya, with the flight AZ 868 that departed at 11:05am from Rome-Fiumicino to Tripoli and landed at 2.00pm local,... more
Civil aviationPakistan International chose Aviapartner for the handling in Malpensa
Rome, Italy - To manage ground services for the weekly flights to Lahore and Karachi
Pakistan International Airlines chose the Italian airport operator Aviapartner to manage the two weekly flights(which should become three by the end of the year) from Milan-Malpensa to Lahore and Karachi... more
IndustryTail section for THAI’s first A-380 airplane rolls out of paint shop
Blagnac, France - With the airline’s orchid logo at Airbus facilities in Hamburg
The vertical tail section for the first A-380 airplane for Thai Airways International (THAI) has been painted with the airline’s orchid logo at Airbus facilities in Hamburg. The painting was completed a... more
IndustryAeroflot-JSC SCA: signed Acceptance Act for third Superjet 100 aircraft
Komsomolsk-on-Amur, Russia - The airplane will arrive to Moscow next week
On November 1, on completion of Technical acceptance procedure, JSC SCA and Aeroflot signed the Acceptance Act for the third deliverable Sukhoi Superjet 100 SN 95011. The aircraft received the name after... more
Press releaseAircraft transport report: complaints have more than doubled
Bolzano, Italy - Managed by the 27 European consumers centres, ECC, in 2010
"On 28 October 2011, the European Consumer Centres Network (ECC-Net) presented a new report on air passengers rights. In 2010, 71,292 EU citizens contacted the ECC-Net and 12,622 of them reported breaches... more
AccidentsYak-42 airplane tragedy: 4 factors lead to the pilot's responsibility (VIDEO)
Moscow, Russia - The accident caused the death of the entire ice hockey team Lokomotiv Yaroslavl last September in the accident
During a press conference held today, in Moscow, regarding the incident which took place last September 7 on a Yak-42 aircraft, Alexey Morozov, Chairman of the MAK (Interstate Aviation Committee) Technical... more
Civil aviationTransport by aircraft. Call for a ”Confindustria dei tour operator”
Rome, Italy - Nardo Filippetti encourages a unique association for the category
Nardo Filippetti, president of Eden ("Second" among Italian tour operators, with a turnover of 362 million Euros in 2011), has called for a unique association for the category, a sort of “Confindustria d... more
IndustryRR delivers first Liftfan destined to the F-35B fighter airplane
Rome, Italy - Built from new advanced facility in USA
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has delivered the first Rolls-Royce LiftFan, for the F-35B Lightning II aircraft, to have been assembled at its new LiftFan Factory near Indianapolis, US.... more
IndustryFinmeccanica: new orders worth EUR 147 million
Rome, Italy - With Ansaldo STS, Ansaldo Energia, SELEX Sistemi Integrati and Alenia Aeronautica
Finmeccanica won new orders for a total value of EUR 147 million through its companies Ansaldo STS, Ansaldo Energia, SELEX Sistemi Integrati and Alenia Aeronautica. Ansaldo STS has been awarded, through... more
OccurrencesB-767 aircraft lands without landing gear: Warsaw Airport closed (VIDEO)
Warsaw, Poland - Around 60 LOT flights have been cancelled
Yesterday at around 2:35pm, the captain of a B-767/35DER aircraft, code SP-LPC, operated by LOT made ??a belly landing at the airport of Warsaw-Okecie. The aircraft had departed with 220 passengers and... more
Finance and economyItaly. SEA (Milan airports): procedure for the listing on the Stock Exchange proceeds
Milan, Italy - Last Friday Board of Directors took the decision
Last Friday, SEA (Società per azioni esercizi aeroportuali - Milan Airports Management Company) announced that the Board of Directors decided to proceed with the publication of the registration document... more