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AirlinesSummer novelties for British Airways
London, UK - In particular for the Italian market
British Airways (BA), UK National airline, announced changes for the Summer season, in particular for the Italian market. BA introduced the sixth daily service from Rome-Fiumicino to London-Heathrow and... more
Press releaseState aid: European Commission adopts Simplification Package
Brussels, Belgium - To accelerate state aid decisions
"The European Commission has adopted a Simplification Package for state aid with a Best Practice Code and a Simplified Procedure Notice. Both aim at improving the effectiveness, transparency and predictability... more
DefenseNorth Korea threatens new nuclear tests
Pyongyang, North Korea - If UN will not apologize for the sanctions
After UN Security Council's decision to sanction North Korea in violation of UN October 2006 resolution 1718 after early April's launch (see AVIONEWS), Pyongyang announced it will reopen its nuclear plants... more
UAS-DronesNorthrop Grumman buys the "KillerBee" UASs from Swift
El Segundo, USA - The new aircraft family will be named "Bat"
Northrop Grumman announced the production of a line of small unmanned air systems (UAS). The new aircraft family will be named "Bat" and will replace Swift Engineering's "KillerBees", recently purchased... more
SecurityFAA AD on Honeywell International Inc. ALF502L-2 and ALF502L-2C turbofan engines (2009-08-07)
Washington, Usa - To prevent a disc fracture could result in an uncontained failure of the disc and damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 69)] [Page 16755-16758] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
IndustryBoeing announces changes in the Next-Generation 737 airplanes
Seattle, Usa - Concerning performance, airframe and comfort
"Boeing announced that seven airlines will be the first to incorporate the new, spacious 737 Boeing Sky Interior starting in late 2010. The interior features soft, blue-sky-like lighting overhead. The... more
SecurityFAA AD on General Electric Company (GE) CF6-80A series turbofan engines (2009-08-06)
Washington, Usa - To prevent cracks developing at the aft chamfer of the blade dovetail slots that could propagate to a failure of the disk and cause an uncontained engine failure and damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 69)] [Page 16754-16755] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
HelicoptersAW: final VH-71 for completion by Lockheed Martin
Cascina Costa, Italy - Satisfaction expressed by industry's CEO, Giuseppe Orsi
"The ninth and final VH-71 to be built under 'Increment 1' of the US Presidential Helicopter Replacement Programme departed AgustaWestland’s Yeovil facility yesterday on its way to the United States f... more
AirlinesLufthansa talks with EU for Brussels Airlines acquisition
Brussels, Belgium - Decision date extended to 1st of July
The European Commission decided to extend the date for the last decision on its anti-trust inquiry concerning Lufthansa's acquisition of Brussels Airlines (see AVIONEWS). In the meanwhile the group carries... more
HelicoptersSuper Pumas back to service in the North Sea
Aberdeen, UK - Safety checks completed as required by EASA
After on last April 11 EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) issued an airworthiness directive for "Super Puma" AS-332-L2 and EC-225-LP helicopters, following AAIB (Air Accidents Investigation Branch)... more
AerospaceItalian telescope Galileo takes images of the death of the oldest star in the universe
Santa Cruz, Canary Islands - It occurred on April 23
At 10 a.m., Italian time, on April 23, the satellite Swift (mission by NASA with the contribution of United Kingdom and of Italian Space Agency) catch a sudden flash of gamma rays, thanks to its special... more
UAS-DronesLondon extends H-450 UAS contract with Thales UK
London, UK - It will run through to 2011
The British Minister of Defense (MoD) extended the contract with Thales UK for the UAS (Unmanned Air System) H-450 ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance). The contract... more
AirportsPisa airport, new board of directors and 2008 financial statements approval
Pisa, Italy - With 2.66 million euros profit
Shareholders' meeting of SAT "Galileo Galilei" (Pisa airport operator) approved 2008 financial statements and appointed the new board of directors, in charge till December 31, 2011 and made of: Costantino... more
SecurityFAA AD on Turbomeca Arriel 1B, 1D, 1D1, 2B, and 2B1 turboshaft engines (2009-08-08)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 70)] [Page 17075-17077] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
Military aviationItalian "Frecce Tricolori" summer season takes off on the 1st of May
Udine, Italy - The traditional exhibition at Rivolto Air Base, near Udine
The traditional air exhibition that opens the Italian national air display team (PAN) "Frecce Tricolori" summer season will be held at Rivolto Air Base (Udine) on the 1st of May. Aircraft of the Italian... more
IndustrySELEX Galileo in the T-129 programme
Istanbul, Turkey - The design and development of the AVMS is at its final phase
"SELEX Galileo, a Finmeccanica company, has been selected by AgustaWestland to supply the Air Vehicle Monitoring System (AVMS) designed to provide the Turkish T-129 with the following functionalities: • A... more
Press releaseItalian ENAC on the swine flu virus
Rome, Italy - An issue supplies measures for a general prevention and surveillance organization in national airports
Referring to the reported presence of a new swine flu virus in some regions of Mexico and United States, Italian ENAC (National Civil Aviation Authority) reminds that since 2007 the APT 27 circular gives... more
Civil aviationSukhoi Superjet 100 completes natural icing tests
Arkhangelsk, Russia - Held in Arkhangelsk due to its cold weather conditions
"Sukhoi Civil Aircraft Flight Test Center welcomes back Sukhoi Superjet 100 S/N 95001, returning from Arkhangelsk after successful completion of natural icing tests. The aircraft departed to Arkhangelsk,... more
Military aviationBoeing-Danish Aerotech agreement for Super Hornet logistic support
Karup, Denmark - The program might be extended if Danish Air Force will chose the F/A-18E/F
Boeing and Danish Aerotech signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the supply of logistical support services for the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet program. If Danish Air Force will chose this aircraft... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma dodges 22 million Euros
Rome, Italy - For sales beyond limits to duty-free, VAT and other taxes no payed
For sales beyond limits to duty-free, VAT and other taxes no payed, Aeroporti di Roma (AdR) will have to pay 22 million Euros. The Agenzia delle Dogane won a dispute against the Fiumicino and Ciampino... more
UAS-DronesTurkey: Russia to purchase new UAVs in 2010
Istanbul, Turkey - The statements by Russian deputy Minister of Defense at "IDEF 2009"
Russia's Armed Forces are to be equipped with new domestically-produced drones in 2010, a deputy Russian defense minister responsible for military procurements said Tuesday. "Russian drones not inferior... more
IndustryRoyal Navy contract for Thales UK
London, UK - It will supply innovative support solutions for the electronic warfare
Thales UK signed a contract with the British Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the supply to the Royal Navy of innovative support solutions for the electronic warfare to be installed either on warships or... more
Civil aviationIATA (2), "Many governments see airlines as a cash cow"
Geneva, Switzerland - Giovanni Bisignani stated
Giovanni Bisignani, director general and CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) spoke about the swine influenza, which could have a significant impact on air traffic. “Safety, as always, i... more
IndustryHéroux-Devtek will realize structural parts for the F-35
Longueuil, Canada - USD 41 million contract with Lockheed Martin
Progressive, aerospace division of Canadian Héroux-Devtek company, Arlington-based, in Texas, has been awarded a CAD 50 million contract (USD 41 million) by Lockheed Martin to produce, assembly and deliver... more
Civil aviationIATA, load factors drop as passenger demand falls
Geneva, Switzerland - Freight demand was relatively stable at -21.4% compared to March 2008
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released March data for scheduled international traffic. Passenger demand fell to 11.1% below March 2008 levels. Airlines cut international passenger... more
AirlinesAlso Aer Lingus to review long-haul aircraft orders
Dublin, Ireland - Management changes after bad results in early 2009
Irish low-cost carrier Aer Lingus stated that orders for long-haul aircraft are going to be reviewed due to air traffic slump. Furthermore the airline announced changes in the management after the bad... more
DefenseRussia criticizes NATO exercises in Georgia
Moscow, Russia - Minister of foreign affairs Lavrov invites other countries to boycott them
Russian minister of foreign affairs Sergei Lavrov reaffirmed yesterday Moscow's criticism concerning the NATO exercises to be held in Georgia from May 6 to June 1, also inviting other Countries to boycott... more
Fair and showsRosoboronexport: its presence at "IDEF 2009"
Istanbul, Turkey - The 9th edition from April 27-30
"This April 27-30, Istanbul hosts the 9th International Defense Industry Fair, 'IDEF 2009'. It takes place under the auspices and with the support of the Ministry of National Defense of Turkey. Its immediate... more
DefenseSTART Treaty, talks between USA and Russia in May
Moscow, Russia - The agreement expires on December 5th, 2009
Russian and US officials will meet in Moscow next month for the first round of negotiations to replace a Cold War-era nuclear arms control treaty, the Russian foreign ministry said Monday. The two sides... more
AerospacePlanck and Herschel will be launched on May 14
Kourou, French Guiana - Completed controls on the Ariane 5 launcher
ESA (European Space Agency) and Arianespace announced today that controls on the Ariane 5 launcher, to verify the failure that caused the launch of the two twin satellites Planck and Herschel to be delayed... more
Military aviationRussia to conduct five tests of Bulava missile in 2009
Istanbul, Turkey - The statement by the deputy defense minister for procurement today during "IDEF 2009"
The Russian Navy will conduct at least five test launches of the new Bulava sea-based ballistic missile in 2009, the deputy defense minister for procurement said on Tuesday. Despite five failures in... more
AirlinesWind Jet: new international flight Forli-London
Catania, Italy - From July 2 twice per week
"Wind Jet raises on Forli. The links from new airline's hub to London-Luton will begin from July 2, with a twice frequency per week (on Monday and Thursday) and coincidences from/to Catania and Palermo. The... more
Industry747-8 Intercontinental passes 25 percent design milestone
Everett, Usa - The aircraft was launched in November 2005 by Cargolux and Nippon Cargo Airlines
"The Boeing Company has passed a major milestone in the design of the 747-8 Intercontinental, completing 25 percent of the design releases for the new passenger airplane. This means a quarter of the information... more
ReportAir Force One's low flight causes panic in New York
New York, USA - White House official apologies
One of the presidential Boeing VC-25, military version of the 747, that is called "Air Force One" when the president is on board, performed yesterday morning a low flight above New York escorted by two... more
AirportsMilan airports, shareholders' meeting approved 2008 financial statements
Milan, Italy - Net profits reached 1.8 million euros
SEA (Milan airports operator) shareholders' meeting took place yesterday, led by its Chairman Giuseppe Bonomi, approved 2008 financial statements, where net profits reached 1.8 million euros and turnovers... more
DefenseChinese Navy wants a new supercruising aircraft
Beijing, China - Admiral Wu Shengli statements
Chinese Navy wants a new supercruising aircraft (supersonic aircraft without afterburners). "It is a high priority", admiral Wu Shengli said in a statement reported by "Aviation Week". Some days ago he... more
AccidentsPilatus PC-12 Montana air accident still without explanation: 14 victims
Washington, USA - Occurred on March 22. NTSB charges the lack of voice recorders
More than one month after last March 22 air accident that claimed the lives of 14 people, among which several kids, on board of a Pilatus PC-12 crashed near Butte, Montana (see AVIONEWS), the NTSB (National... more
Civil aviationOAG reports a 3% drop in airline capacity for April 2009
London, UK - The number of flights decrease by 6%
The world's airlines have scheduled 6% fewer flights for April 2009 compared with the same month last year, with a 3% drop in seat capacity, according to the latest statistics from OAG, the world's leading... more
Airlines48 hour-national strike for Alitalia
Rome, Italy - The announcement by the transport unions
According to a press-release reported by the category organizations, the transport unions requests to Alitalia a negotiation table and threaten two days of strike. The secretary's confederate unions,... more
SecurityNTSB requires new safety procedures for Boeing 757 and 767s
Washington, USA - To prevent loss of battery power
The American NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) issued a safety recommendation (A-09-41) asking the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) to require Boeing to realize new procedures for B-757... more
SecurityFAA AD on Honeywell Flight Management Systems (FMSs) installed on various transport category airplanes (2009-08-01)
Washington, Usa - To prevent a shift in the FMS computed position, which could result in uncommanded deviations from the intended flight path of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal register: (Volume 74, Number 67)] [Page 16121-16124] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
SecurityFAA AD on Liberty Aerospace Incorporated model XL-2 airplanes (2009-08-05)
Washington, Usa - To detect and correct cracks in the exhaust muffler, which could result in carbon monoxide entering the cabin through the heating system
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 16117-16121] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, 206L-4, 222, 222B, 222U, 230, 407, 427, and 430 helicopters (2009-08-03)
Washington, Usa - To prevent loss of a blade tip weight, loss of a blade, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter
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Military aviationThe F-35 reaches England for ground tests
Brough, UK - The fighter arrived at BAE Systems' facilities in Brough
Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft model named AG-1, conventional take off and landing variant (CTOL), prepared for ground testing, arrived in England where it will undergo the trials... more
AirlinesAeroMexico announces first measures against the swine flu epidemic
Mexico City, Mexico - No case detected on the airline's flights
AeroMexico has announced preventive measures the airline has put in place, as well as instructions it is following from the Ministry of Health in Mexico, in connection with the recent swine flu outbreak... more
Fair and showsAir shows and exhibitions in the last week of April
Rome, Italy - From today, on Tuesday 28 to next Sunday on May 3
Tuesday 28 - Airport Cities, Conference and Exhibition. Hilton Hotel, Athens, Greece. + 44 208 831 7505 www.insightgrp.co.uk - "2009 FAI Qualifying Sailplane GP". Zar, Poland. + 48 22 826 76 70 http://events.fai.org... more
ReportItalian Red Cross task forces in airports against the swine flu
Rome, Italy - To control passengers coming from high-risk Countries
Italian Red Cross informed two task forces specialized in the passenger's control will examine the landing in the Italian airports of passengers coming from high-risk Countries. "The task forces have... more
Military aviation"IDEF 2009": Russia to complete project for the second aircraft carrier in 2012
Istanbul, Turkey - The only ship today in full play is the "Admiral Kuznetsov"
The deputy Russian defense minister responsible for military procurements, General Vladímir Popovkin, said Tuesday the project for the new aircraft carrier will be completed in 2012. The new ship will... more
IndustryLockheed Martin awarded $400 million contract for ISIS demonstrator
Palmdale, USA - It will lead an industry team to build a scaled model
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has selected Lockheed Martin to guide an industry team to design, build, test and fly a 1:3 scaled model of an airship for the third phase of the ISIS... more
AirlinesNew Bombardier aircraft for Porter Airlines
Toronto, Canada - Fleet expansion to cover new destinations
Canadian airline Porter Airlines is going to double its Bombardier aircraft fleet to face the addition of new routes both regional and towards the United States. The carrier in fact plans to raise the... more