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AccidentsRed Arrows pilot killed during Uk airshow
Dorset , UK - Suspected "Bird strike" cause
A Red Arrows 33-year old pilot, Flight Lieutenant Jon Egging was killed on Saturday 20th August when his plane crashed after a display at the Bournemouth Air Festival. His Hawk T-1 aircraft plunged to... more
Fair and shows"MAKS 2011": Sukhoi T-50 plane's pilot aborts demonstrative flight take-off
Moscow, Russia - Due to a problem with the right engine
On Sunday, in the context of last "International Aviation and Space Show MAKS 2011" (see AVIONEWS), the pilot Sergei Bogdan interrupted the take-off of a 5th generation Sukhoi T-50 fighter, departed from... more
AccidentsCessna aeroplane accident causes the death of four persons
Krakow, Poland - The aircraft crashed into a wooden house
Yesterday evening 21st August a fatal aviation accident occurred in Krakow, southern Poland causing the death of three girls (two 12-year olds and one 14 year-old) and the pilot. The plane departed from... more
Civil aviationSkyteam aligns extra baggage allowance for Elite members
Amsterdam, Holland - The harmonization of rules across the Alliance makes it easier to travel with more carriers.
As from 1 September 2011, SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, will implement an extra baggage policy for Elite and Elite Plus frequent flyers across all 14 member airlines. This policy has already... more
AccidentsAnother Antonov plane crash in Siberia
Irkutsk, Siberia - One dead and three seriously injured in the accident occurred during an emergency landing
On Monday, in Siberia occurred the umpteenth accident of the year involving an Antonov aircraft. It's an An-2 which carried out an emergency landing at about 100 km from Kyzyl, the capital of Siberian... more
Fair and showsSpotlight on Aerospace at Turin’s third convention of ‘Aerospace and Defence Meetings’
Torin, Italy - 450 companies from all round the World will participate at the international convention on aerospace and defence industrial sectors, held in Turin from 25th to 27th of October
Aerospace and Defence Meetings (www.aerospacemeetings.com) is the only aerospace business convention held in Italy. It is supported by Turin’s Chamber of Commerce and it is part of the Turin Piedmont A... more
AccidentsStill unclear the causes of Saturday's crash of B-737 airplane
Ottawa, Canada - Occurred in Canada, in which 12 people died
Still unclear the causes of the crash that, at 12:50 local time of 20 August, 2011, involved a Boeing B-737/210C operated by First Air in Canada, causing the death of 12 and the wounding of 3 people. The... more
Civil aviationBoeing 747/8 obtains approval from FAA and EASA
Seattle, USA - Finally ready to enter into service
The American aircraft manufacturer Boeing has announced that the B-747/8 cargo airplane will soon be ready to enter into service, having received the Federal Aviation Administration's approval as cargo... more
IndustryAntonov signs an agreement on cooperation with Aviaprom
Moscow, russia - Agreement signed during MAKS-2011
The Ukranian aircraft manufacturing company Antonov has signed an agreement on cooperation with Russia's open joint-stock company Aviaprom. The agreement took place at the "International Aviation and Space... more
DefenseNext launch of Bulava missile scheduled for September
Moscow, Russia - Despite of the many failures in the previous tests, the SLBM should enter service by the end of 2011
On Sunday, a spokesman from the Russian Defense Ministry stated that the State Commission for Flight Testing established that next launch of Bulava missile will occur in September. It will be the 16th... more
MiscellaneousAVIONEWS wishes a mid August period to everybody
Rome, Italy - The Agency after a week of break will open regularly on Monday 22
AVIONEWS communicates to its readers and subscribers that will be closed, for the Summer holiday, from August 16 to 19. The Agency will regularly open on Monday 22 with the normal diffusion of the news. The... more
DefenseIndia successfully launched "BrahMos" missile
New Delhi, India - Announced by defense
The Indian defense ministry announced today August 12 that took place the 25th launch of supersonic cruise missile "BrahMos"; the test was performed successfully and has met all the parameters of the mission. The... more
AerospaceChina launched Paksat-1R communications satellite for Pakistan
Beijing, China - On a Long March 3B/E rocket
At 00:15 am on Friday (1615 GMT Thursday) China launched Paksat-1R communications satellite for Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) of Pakistan, inaugurating the cooperation between... more
AerospaceNASA, contracts with seven companies operating commercial space flights
Washington, USA - For a total value of 10 million dollars
NASA has recently unveiled it has signed two-year contracts, for a total value of 10 million dollars, with seven companies operating commercial space flights, most of which have already worked with the... more
Fair and showsAir shows and exhibitions in the fourth week in August
Rome, Italy - From Monday 22 to Sunday 28
Monday 22 - "6th FAI European Style & Accuracy Parachuting Championship". Kikinda, Serbia. + 381 230 424 881 www.aeroklubkikinda.rs Tuesday 23 - "6th FAI European Style & Accuracy Parachuting Championship".... more
SecurityNew US security software started in several US airports
Washington, USA - First installed in 40 airstations
US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the new ADR (Automated Target Recognition) software developed by L-3 Communications for 2.7 million dollars for airport controls faster and more... more
Civil aviationEmbraer delivers first E-190 regional aircraft to CDB Leasing
Sao Paulo, Brazil - As part of a contract for 20 copies ordered by the company for China Southern Airlines
Brazilian manufacturer Embraer, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica S.A, consigned the first regional E-190 aircraft to CDB Leasing Co. It's the first copy of a series of 20 ordered by the Chinese company... more
AirportsSogaer: traffic previsions for mid-August at the Italian airport of Cagliari, in Sardinia
Cagliari, Italy - In the period from 12 to 18 of the month
Sogaer (management company of Cagliari-Elmas airport) unveils the passenger traffic and movement previsions at the airport of Cagliari for the period 16-18 August. 2011 foresights (arrivals and departures) Estimated... more
ReportRussia bans Libyan aircraft from its airspace
Moscow, Russia - Medvedev signed a decree
The local press reported that today August 12, Russian president Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree banning Libyan aircraft from the national airspace, except in cases in which they are conducting flights... more
Fair and showsAir shows and exhibitions in the third week in August
Rome, Italy - From Tuesday 16 to Sunday 21
Tuesday 16 - "The International Aviation and Space Salon MAKS 2011". Gromov Flight Research Institute Airfield, Zhukovsky, Russia. + 7 495 787 66 51 www.aviasalon.com Wednesday 17 - "The International... more
Military aviationKorotkov: negotiations with the Ministry of Defense on purchase of MiG-29/K KUB aircraft close to completion
Moscow, Russia - They will be destined to the Country's naval aviation
Today the deputy-head of MiG Corporation, Sergei Korotkov, unveiled some information on the next purchases of the Defense Ministry. It would have nearly come to completion the agreement on the MiG-29K... more
HelicoptersEurocopter’s EC-145 helicopter will strengthen the Namibia Police Air Wing
Marignane, France - The aircraft is scheduled for delivery to NAMPOL in September 2012
Namibia’s Ministry of Safety & Security has ordered a Eurocopter EC-145 to expand the capabilities and reach of the Namibia Police Force’s (NAMPOL) Air Wing. This new twin-engine helicopter will com... more
Civil defenseItalian Civil Defense on Etna's volcano: today another eruptive activity
Rome, Italy - Continues the monitoring from the Department's Central Functional Centre for Volcanic Risk
From today, August 12, morning the eruptive activity of Etna volcano has restarted. Based on visual and instrumental observations of the volcanic phenomena, the Civil Defense's Department (DPC) Central... more
Government actsItalian question on Ryanair actions and required documents for access to its aircraft
Rome, Italy - Presented by senator Antonino Caruso (PdL)
The Italian Senator Antonino Caruso (PdL, right party) asks to the Minister of Infrastructures and Transports to know: if it is not the case, ignoring on this occasion the possible threat (if the same... more
ReportUS invites Russia, China and India to sanction Syria
Washington, USA - US wants to unify anti-Assad front
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton asked Russia, China and India to take a firm position of condemnation with respect to what is happening in Syria, where for days the government proceeds to the massacre... more
Fair and showsThe 8th edition of event "Labace 2011" started
São Paulo, Brazil - 64 airplanes on static display
It is held in these days at São Paulo-Congonhas airport, Brazil, the eighth edition of "Labace 2011" ("Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition") organized by the Brazilian Association... more
Civil aviationFirst cargo plane for Libya rebels
Benghazi, Libya - NTC air force grows up
Spokesman for the Libya rebels has announced that an Ilyushin-76TD cargo plane has been delivered to NTC (National Transitional Council), the rebels' government; the aircraft has arrived in the city of... more
AccidentsInvestigation on An-12 plane crash spot starts today
Moscow, Russia - The accident occurred on Tuesday in Russia
Natalya Salkina, an Investigation Committee spokeswoman, stated that the investigation on the spot of the crash involving Antonov An-12 plane registration number RA-11125, occurred on Tuesday in the Magadan... more
Military aviationTest on F-35 aircraft resumed
Los Angeles, USA - After grounding on August 2
As published by "Aviation Week", the F-35 Joint Program Office has decided to resume the aircraft ground testing, interrupted after the interference occurred on August 2 that forced the grounding of the... more
Military aviationFalcon Hypersonic aircraft: also the second launch test is failed
Washington, USA - HTV-2 lost shortly after the separation from Minotaur rocket
DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects) has recently unveiled from its "Twitter" account that also the second flight test of its unmanned Falcon Hypersonic (HTV-2, High Technology Vehicle) is failed. The... more
Military aviationEurofighter aircraft: Libya Mission marks 1,000 operational hours on Typhoons for RAF pilot
London, UK - For Squadron Leader Jody McMeeking
For Squadron Leader Jody McMeeking, a ‘dawn patrol’ mission over Libya as part of NATO’s commitment to protecting the civilian population saw him rack up his 1,000th flying hour on the Typhoon aircraft. That’s quite a... more
DefenseEADS in talks with airlines buying its aircraft to be paid in Euros
Paris, France - To fight against losses caused by the currency of US dollar
EADS, European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company, states it is in talks with its customer carriers to get Euro payments for the aircraft it sells through its holdings Airbus and Airbus Military. The... more
UAS-DronesSouth Africa will launch UAV aircraft in 2012
Pretoria, South Africa - Realized by state-owned industry
The South African State-run news agency "BuaNews" and the company Denel Dynamics have announced that within the first quarter of 2012 the remote-controlled aircraft (UAV-Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) Seeker... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma: guide to security check of "Leonardo da Vinci" Fiumicino's airport (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - Suggestions to travel safely, pack and save time
Considered the increase of passengers departing from "Leonardo da Vinci" airport of Rome-Fiumicino, Italy, Aeroporti di Roma (management company of Rome's airports) optimized the traffic flows to security... more
SecurityItalian ANSV: recommendation addressed to IAC on AN-124/100 aircraft occurrence
Rome, Italy - Happened on September 9 2010 at Turin-Caselle airport
Following the completion of a series of analysis, Italian ANSV (National Air Safety Board) has seen fit to enact -before the conclusion of the investigation related to the serious occurrence happened on... more
IndustrySkywest Airlines, Virgin Australia partner, takes delivery of its first ATR-72/500 plane
Toulouse, France - As part of a 10-year agreement signed recently between both airlines
Australian carrier Skywest Airlines (SA) today took delivery of its first ATR-72/500, which is also the very first ATR-72 aircraft in Australia. SA will operate its new ATR fleet on behalf of Virgin Australia... more
Military aviationUkraine may privatize defence industry
Kiev, Ukraine - Military tops complain it of oldness
On a visit today on August 11 to an industrial plants in eastern Ukraine, prime minister Mykola Azarov said the Country would intend to proceed with the privatization of part of the defense companies,... more
AerospaceSSTL announces NigeriaSat-2 satellite launch
Guildford, Britain - It will happen on August 17
Surrey Satellite Technology (SSTL), a British company specializing in mini-satellites, has announced via press release that on August 17, 2011 NigeriaSat-2 and NigeriaSat-X satellites will be launched... more
IndustryTHAI becomes new customer for A-350XWB and A-320 aircraft family
Toulouse, France - Four and five models, respectively
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) has signed a contract with Airbus covering the firm order of four A-350/900s and five A-320 aircraft, becoming a new customer for both types. The... more
Civil aviationDOT fined two companies for violations of air charter rules
Washington, Usa - AAI for USD 150,000 and Swift Air for 100,000
The US Department of Transportation yesterday fined two companies for violating the Department’s rules governing charter flights. Aviation Advantage, Inc. (AAI) was assessed a civil penalty of $150,000 a... more
Military aviationFound US fighter aircraft missed near San Diego
San Diego, USA - The men on board are still alive
This morning the two men who were on board the F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft of the Marine that was lost last night, have been found; the US Coast Guard reported that a rescue helicopter has found two... more
UAS-DronesMiG and Sukhoi may cooperate for a UCAV aircraft
Moscow, Russia - Recently announced to press
The project to create an unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) that the Russian MiG manufacturer had begun to develop for the defense and that had been presented to the air show in Moscow in 2007 was believed... more
AirlinesFAA wants to fine American Eagle airline
Washington, USA - It would have made violations in the maintenance of an engine and operated 8 flights not in compliance with regulations
FAA, Federal Aviation Administration, wants to fine American Eagle for a total of 155,000 dollars for two different violations: the first is having operated -between December 28 and 29 2010- 8 flights... more
UAS-Drones"AUVSI 2011": IAI will present mini Uav aircraft "GHOST"
Washington, USA - With vertical take-off and landing system and rotary engines
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a leading Israeli manufacturer producing aircraft, missile and avionics systems which also supplies IDF, Israel Defense Forces, stated it will take part in the event... more
CuriositiesHelicopter pilot lands to eat and risk an expensive fine
Yaren, Nauru - It happens in Nauru island
A young man of 24 years old faces a fine from 63,000 to 100,000 dollars to be landed without permission on the small island of Nauru, South Pacific Ocean, and for violating immigration laws. Nauru is in... more
HelicoptersOntario Police Air received its third AS-350/B2 helicopter
Grand Prairie, USA - American Eurocopter unveiled the news
The industry subsidiary of EADS American Eurocopter announced in a statement that Ontario, Canada, Police Air took delivery of the third AS-350/B2 helicopter, which will enter service this December. The... more
DefenseUnited States want more transparency about first Chinese aircraft carrier
Washington, USA - Which yesterday made its maiden voyage
US asked China more transparency about its first aircraft carrier, that departed yesterday from Delian harbour for its maiden voyage (see AVIONEWS). "Varyag" -able to carry 26 planes and 24 helicopters-... more
Press releaseAmnesty International: NATO urged to investigate civilian deaths during Libya air strikes
Rome, Italy - AI asked to adopt all necessary measures to protect the population
"NATO must take all necessary precautions to avoid civilian casualties during military operations, Amnesty International (AI) said, after allegations by Libyan officials loyal to Colonel Mu'ammar al-Gaddafi... more
AirlinesTiger Airways will restart to fly from August 12
Canberra, Australia - CASA imposes new conditions
The airline Tiger Airways Australia, of the Singapore-based group Tiger Airways, will resume flying after almost a month of stop (see AVIONEWS): the carrier and the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority... more
Press releaseCivil airplanes: Italian ADUC on low-cost tickets and "Additional" services
Florence, Italy - UE research; meanwhile how to defend
"Additional costs to pay for an airline ticket purchased via the Internet by credit card. One or more Euros for failing to print boarding card at home. And for checking luggage. From 6 to 10 Euros for... more