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IndustryNATO orders two additional A-330 MRTT aircraft
And it welcomes Sweden and Denmark to its fleet
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has ordered two additional A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, increasing the Multinational MRTT Fleet (MMF) to 12 airplanes. The two additional... more
Civil aviationRemotely piloted aircraft. Surge in costs for drones in the USA
Chinese restrictions cause key component prices to triple. And after the tariff war?
A drastic decline has been recorded in Chinese exports of sensors, engines, and essential parts for UAVs following Beijing’s regulations of September 2024, with significant repercussions on the American market more
AirportsAircraft and transport and multimodal (2): the proposals of changes approved by the European Parliament
From passengers' right to protection, to assistance for vulnerable travellers, here the official statement
Small hand luggage on board aircraft should be free of charge more
Curiosities80th since the end of World War II: China announces an unprecedented parade
It will take place on September 3rd, and will demonstrate its strength by showcasing its most advanced military technologies
Beijing will on this occasion receive a visit from Putin, in a geopolitical climate that today sees the Dragon maintaining a position of active "neutrality" but with growing global assertiveness more
Fair and shows"Paris Air Show" (3): from Thales and Skydweller, a new era for maritime air surveillance
Solar drones and AI-based radar technology are redefining the future
The announcement from the "Paris Air Show" unveils an innovative solution for ultra-persistent patrol with zero environmental impact, aiming to strengthen security and sovereignty in complex scenarios more
Civil aviation"Le Bourget Airshow" (5). Airbus and MTU Aero Engines on hydrogen fuel cell technology for aviation
Signed a MoU during the 55th edition of the event that finishes next Sunday
Airbus and MTU Aero Engines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to progress together on hydrogen fuel cell propulsion, a promising and critical technology to decarbonise aviation.This MoU... more
Fair and shows"Le Bourget Airshow" (4). Drone Forge placed inaugural order of Flexrotor
The agreement followed closely from a Letter of Intent (LOI) signed recently
Australian aerospace start-up Drone Forge and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement to purchase six Flexrotor uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) comprising 17 aircraft, making it the single largest order... more
Fair and showsParis-Le Bourget (8). Airbus-Leonardo: launch NH-90 helicopter Block 2 studies
Responding to a request from NAHEMA
Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo are joining forces to carry out an architecture study to define the basis of the NH-90 long-term evolution, known as Block 2, responding to a request from NAHEMA (NATO Helicopter... more
AerospaceAvio advances in the digital development of space technologies with the 3DExperience platform
Towards greater efficiency and sustainability thanks to Dassault Systèmes solutions
Dassault Systèmes announced today that Avio, the leading Italian company in the field of space launchers and propulsion systems, is implementing the 3DExperience platform. This initiative aims to digitalize... more
Fair and showsParis-Le Bourget (6). Airbus-Singapore: to explore crewed-uncrewed teaming with the H-225M helicopter
New system will be integrated on board the RSAF’s aircraft
Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has signed an agreement with Airbus Helicopters on crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities with the H-225M Medium Lift helicopter operated by the R... more
Civil aviationParis-Le Bourget (3). Eve Air Mobility signs LoI for up to 54 eVTOL aircraft
Serving Brazil and USA
Eve Air Mobility ("Eve") has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Future Flight Global, a pioneer in electric aircraft for up to 54 electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, targeting the... more
Fair and showsParis Airshow (5). First SIRTAP aircraft prototype ready
Starting the ground-tests campaign in Spain
The assembly of the first SIRTAP prototype -Airbus’ high-performance tactical uncrewed aerial system- has concluded and the aircraft is ready to start the ground-tests campaign at the Airbus Defence a... more
Civil aviationParis Airshow (2). Eve Ar Mobility and Revo accelerate UAM with contract
For a fleet of up to 50 aircraft and aftermarket services
Eve Air Mobility has signed its first binding framework agreement with Revo, an advanced Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operator headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, and its parent company, Helicopters International... more
AirlinesTurkish Airlines expands simulator orders with Havelsan
And enhancing its technological capabilities
In line with its ongoing efforts to further strengthen its pilot training infrastructure, Turkish Airlines has placed an additional order for one Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator (FFS) from HAVELSAN... more
DefenseParis Airshow. Elt Group and DSTA partners to advance defence technologies
A MoU signed to reinforce the successful cooperation between them
Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Italy’s ELT Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance collaboration in the co-development of defence technologies for... more
Fair and shows"Le Bourget" (3). Leonardo-Baykar: jv established for unmanned technologies
The new company, LBA Systems, will be based in Italy
At the International "Paris Airshow" in Le Bourget, Leonardo and Baykar technologies announced today the establishment of a joint venture dedicated to the development of unmanned technologies. The companies... more
Fair and shows"Le Bourget": ELT Group participates in the 55th edition of the air show (June 16-22)
With its seventy years of experience in the electromagnetic spectrum
ELT Group participates in the 55th edition of the International Paris Air Show, which takes place in Le Bourget, Paris, between 16 and 22 June (Hall 1 - E296). With seventy years of experience in the electromagnetic... more
AerospaceAX-4 space mission postponed: propellant leak grounds private flight
A problem with SpaceX's Falcon 9 delays the launch of the unprecedented international crew
The private space mission Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), bound for the International Space Station (ISS), faces a new delay due to a propellant leak in SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. The announcement, issued by A... more
Civil aviationDassault Systèmes-Airbus: leveraging virtual twins in Next-Generation programs
The two industries extend strategic partnership
Dassault Systèmes and Airbus have extended their long-standing strategic partnership, placing the 3DExperience platform at the core of lifecycle management for all new Airbus programs, encompassing both... more
ConferencesGCAP: Leonardo establishes itself as the beating heart of the fighter jet of the future
This is emphasized by Director General Zoff: Italian leadership in the sixth-generation aircraft program
In a context of growing international collaboration for the air defense of the future, Leonardo positions itself as a key player and undisputed leader of the Italian industry within the Global Combat Air... more
Aerospacee-GEOS will develop innovative Geoinformation services for Roma Capitale
According to a three year contract
The Digital Transformation Department of Roma Capitale has commissioned a consortium, led by Almaviva, as the Prime Contractor, and comprising e-GEOS - a joint-venture between the Italian Space Agency... more
IndustryElt Group and Edge sign strategic cooperation letter
On EW suite for Kuwait Navy Missile Boats
As part of the Letter of Intent (LOI) signed in February 2025 (see for details AVIONEWS) between ELT Group and EDGE Group, a strategic cooperation Letter was signed today to advance discussions on the... more
AirlinesRyanair purchases 30 CFM Leap-1B engines
An investment of 500 million dollars
Ryanair announced today (June 10) that it has reached an agreement with CFM for the purchase of 30 new Leap-1B spare engines, with a list price of 500 million dollars. These fuel-efficient engines, scheduled... more
Civil aviationEmbraer promotes safety initiatives in agricultural aviation
And it reinforces its presence at the "Bahia Farm Show" (June 9-14)
Embraer exhibits the Ipanema 203 airplane during the 19th edition of the "Bahia Farm Show", taking place between June 9 and 14 in Luís Eduardo Magalhães (BA). With more than 20 years of operation powered b... more
DefenseFrom cars to UAVs: is Renault moving towards military drone production in Ukraine?
Probable unprecedented partnership between the French giant and Paris to develop remotely piloted aircraft
Paris and Kyiv are preparing for an unprecedented collaboration in the defense sector, while the French automotive manufacturer Renault is preparing to enter the military drone production segment directly... more
AerospaceTokyo. Lunar dream shattered for Ispace: the Resilience lander crashes on the Moon
Japanese start-up fails second attempt at Moon landing; communications with the vehicle interrupted
The lunar dream of the Japanese startup ispace clashes once again with reality: the Resilience lander, part of the 2 SMBC x Hakuto-R Venture Moon mission, has presumably experienced a "hard landing" on... more
IndustryAirbus: equip German Air Force A-400M planes with infrared protection systems
The company will also provide training, service bulletins and tools
Airbus has been awarded a contract from the German procurement agency Bundesamt für Ausrüstung, Informationstechnik und Nutzung der Bundeswehr (BAAINBw) to equip 23 Luftwaffe A-400Ms with DIRCM protection s... more
DefenseBAE Systems awarded $30 million from US Navy
For Identification Friend or Foe AN/APX-123A(V) Common Transponder
The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems $30 million to refresh the AN/APX-123A(V) Common Transponder (CXP), which provides time-critical insights that help prevent friendly fire incidents. The refreshed CXP... more
Civil aviationIATA (2). Policy shortcomings puts SAF production at risk
The Association has worked on two initiatives
And it urges governments to focus on three areas more
CargoAirbus celebrates the completion of the wings of the first A-350F airplane at Broughton
Designated for two test aircraft; flight tests scheduled between 2026 and 2027
Airbus announced today a significant milestone in the development of its innovative A-350 Freighter (A-350F) cargo airplane. At the Broughton facility in the United Kingdom, production of the first set... more
AerospaceSodern presents Astradia, a star tracker for the navigation of civil and military aerial vehicles
It promises precision and safety even in hostile environments or in the absence of satellite signals
Sodern, a precision technology company and subsidiary of ArianeGroup, announced yesterday the commercial launch of Astradia, an innovative daytime star-tracking system that, combined with an Inertial Navigation... more
AerospaceStarship's ninth flight test
Contact with the booster was lost shortly after the start of landing burn
Starship’s payload bay door was unable to open which prevented the deployment of the eight Starlink simulator satellites more
AerospaceLeonardo's shareholder meeting approves 2024 financial statements
Main economical results at end of December
The Ordinary Shareholders' Meeting of Leonardo SpA was held yesterday in Rome. It should be noted that, in line with the provisions of Art. 106 of Law Decree No. 18 of 17 March 2020, as converted, with... more
DefenseNew Delhi includes private companies in the development of the AMCA stealth aircraft
The industries will be able to compete for the construction of the fifth-generation fighter prototype /2 VIDEOS
The first prototypes are expected to be ready by 2028; service entry is scheduled for 2035 more
DefenseAircraft. Tokyo aims for a new military trainer, and previews the T-X concept
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Leonardo in the race for the T-4 successor?
Japan looks to the future for its military trainer fleet, with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) positioning itself as a key player in the development of a next-generation aircraft. The goal is not only... more
CargoMHI and Yamaha successfully test a hybrid mega aerial drone
Joint research for a UAV with a 200 kg payload and extended endurance
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Yamaha Motor announced today that they have successfully conducted the first flight test of a medium-sized multirotor drone prototype, designed to carry a payload... more
AerospaceELT Group participates in the 2025 edition of "DSEI Japan" (May 21-23)
The Group presents its solutions in the five operational domains
ELT Group participates in the 2025 edition of "DSEI Japan" takes place in Tokyo from 21 to 23 May (H7-210). DSEI Japan is an opportunity to showcase ELT Group's ability to respond to evolving defence and... more
AerospaceUK Defense: Next-Generation Skynet 6A satellite marks a crucial milestone
Successfully completed the mating of the communication and service modules
The United Kingdom’s next-generation military communications satellite, Skynet 6A, has successfully completed the mating of its communication and service modules. The spacecraft, designed and built at A... more
ConferencesMinister Tajani participates today in the General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group
Progetto strategico Gcap, insieme ad Uk, per sviluppo aereo di sesta generazione
Today at 3:00 pm Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani will participate in Rome, Palazzo della Cancelleria, in the 34th General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group (IJBG), an organization created in 1989... more
Civil aviationRussia: MC-21 aircraft with domestic components ready for flight tests in Moscow
First prototype with Russian technology and engine begins tests after transfer from Irkutsk
After making its maiden flight on April 29, a modified Yakovlev MC-21 has arrived at Moscow’s Zhukovsky airfield, ready to embark on a crucial phase of flight testing. The aircraft, identified by the s... more
Civil aviationAirCar 2, first certified flying car, unveiled, set for commercial takeoff in 2026
Slovakian Klein Vision presents production prototype in the United States - VIDEO/GALLERY
The fruit of 35 years of development, the flying car will be available on the market at an estimated price between 800,000 and 1 million dollars, opening new frontiers in personal mobility more
DefenseUS Navy flight tests solid-fuel ramjet engine integrated into drone aircraft
New prospects for the development of high-speed missiles with advanced propulsion - GALLERY
The US Navy has successfully conducted the first flight test of a Solid-Fuel Integral Rocket Ramjet (SFIRR) engine, using an unmanned target drone aircraft as a launch platform. The test, confirmed yesterday... more
AirlinesEmirates Group (4): sustainability for airline and dnata
Investments and initiatives, SAF, electric and hybrid vehicles
SustainabilityDuring 2024-25, the Group continued to invest and implement initiatives that help reduce its impact on the planet, increase engagement with communities, and develop and reward its people. Emirates... more
Civil aviationELT Group at "Imdex 2025" (May-6-8 in Singapore)
It will showcase its solutions for protecting naval and maritime assets
ELT Group will attend the 2025 edition of "IMDEX" Exhibition, naval and maritime defence event that will take place at Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, between 6th and 8th May.On its booth (N26)... more
Civil aviationSweden. Heart Aerospace moves "Planes and Luggage" to California: Trump effect?
Developer of 30-seat hybrid-electric regional airliner closes Swedish operations
Swedish hybrid-electric aircraft manufacturer Heart Aerospace announced today that it is moving its headquarters from Gothenburg, Sweden, to Los Angeles, California. The move is a strategic move -and,... more
AirlinesTransport & Environment: pre-Covid emissions exceeded within Europe
The most polluting companies according to a study are Ryanair, Lufthansa and British Airways
Transport & Environment, the European Federation for Transport and Environment that includes non-governmental organizations, has published a study showing that airline emissions have returned to pre-pandemic... more
AirlinesUnited invests in start-up: collaboration includes purchase up to 200 airplanes
The company is creating an aircraft design that has the potential to deliver jet fuel efficiency
United today announced an investment in Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft start-up JetZero. The company is creating an aircraft design that has the potential to deliver jet fuel efficiency and a greatly... more
Civil aviationEmbraer develops its supply chain in Morocco
The initiative follows a MoU signed to explore projects
A high-level delegation from Embraer concluded an official visit to Morocco to assess the country’s aerospace supply chain. The initiative follows a recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between t... more
IndustryThales: collaboration with tyre manufacturer
To drive revenue growth with simulation software
Thales, the reference global technology and security provider, has today announced it is working in partnership with tyre manufacturer Michelin to protect its Intellectual Property and deploy its software... more
AirlinesWizz Air unveils its roadmap to net zero by 2050
Focus on SAF as a critical decarbonisation lever
Wizz Air today launched its comprehensive net zero roadmap – Flying Towards Net Zero. The roadmap offers a realistic path focused on the three F’s – flights (30% emissions reductions from new aircraft techn... more