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AirlinesAircraft and transport. Vueling flight attendants strike the day after tomorrow
For four hours, from 1pm to 5pm, Filt Cgil reports it
On Wednesday, October 29 an Italian 4-hour strike, from 1 pm to 5 pm, by the cabin crew of Vueling Airlines. This was reported by Filt Cgil, regarding the protest called with the professional association... more
Finance and economyLeonardo: disclosure on Purchase of Treasury Shares
For a total consideration of € 25,013,193.26 - ATTACHMENT
As part of the share buyback program authorized by the Shareholders’ Ordinary Meeting held on May 26, 2025 (with the start of the program announced on October 17, 2025, see for details AVIONEWS), Leonardo h... more
AerospaceTomorrow in Rome the GIAF, German-Italian Aerospace Forum 2025
Italian-German aerospace alliance promotes European technological leadership
From mobility to climate protection, to healthcare assistance: the aerospace sector today influences almost every aspect of social life and provides core technologies for progress and global connectivity.... more
AirportsThe Gulf of Sirte International Airport reopened after more than a decade
Official inauguration yesterday, return to operations Saturday 25 October
A strategic project aimed at relaunching air traffic, trade and economic activity in the central Libyan region more
Civil aviationMoscow. And the Ilyushin Il-114-300 resurfaces: is certification finally imminent?
The Russian urgency to reconquer regional skies, replace old aircraft and mitigate the impact of sanctions
The turboprop, upgraded with entirely domestic components, enters the final stages of certification: after completing tests in mountainous environments it lands in Kazakhstan; serial production is scheduled for 2026 more
AirlinesBergamo Airport: more than one hundred destinations offered in the Winter timetable
In effect from next Sunday, October 26
The Winter season at Bergamo Airport, from 26 October 2025 to 28 March 2026, includes 107 destinations served by 18 scheduled airlines to 38 countries. An offering that corresponds to a 5% increase compared... more
Civil aviation80th of the UN (2). Farnesina: Italy celebrates the anniversary
This year, the Country is also celebrating the 70th of its membership in December
On the occasion of United Nations Day 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of the Organisation’s founding (see AVIONEWS), Italy reaffirms its commitment to effective multilateralism, grounded in the promotion o... more
Civil aviation80th United Nations Day: statement by Italian Republic President Mattarella
The core values enshrined in its Charter under the three pillars of peace, development and the protection of human rights
The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, released the following statement to mark the 80th United Nations Day: "The eightieth anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations Organization... more
AerospaceAvio pushes US expansion with 400 mln: Leonardo's withdrawal redefines the Italian Space sector
The ten-year plan financed by the mega capital increase focuses on solid‑propellant engines and a key role in the United States
The first partner (28,75%) withdraws from the launchers, concentrating on satellites with Airbus and Thales more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space strengthens Spanish space industry leadership
Through its participation in SpainSat NG II satellite
The company involved in different areas of the project more
AerospaceSpainSat NG-II secure communications satellite launched
The launch of its twin one in January and already in orbit - VIDEO
SpainSat NG-II, the second Airbus-built new generation secure communications satellite for Spain, has been successfully launched on 24 October 2025, at 01:30 UTC (23 October, at 21:30 EST) from the Kennedy... more
CargoAirbus predicts world freighter aircraft fleet to grow 45% by 2044
It will increase to 3,420 units in the next 20 years
Airbus’ 2025 Cargo Global Market Forecast (GMF) shows the worldwide fleet of dedicated freighter aircraft rising to 3,420 in the next 20 years, equivalent to a 45% increase. This will be made up of 815 e... more
AerospaceAvio SpA: today extraordinary and ordinary shareholders' meeting
Approved increase the share capital for EUR 400 million
The extraordinary and ordinary Shareholders’ Meeting of Avio SpA was held today under the chairmanship of Roberto Italia.In the extraordinary session, the Shareholders’ Meeting approved, with a higher tha... more
AerospaceOrbital war: global stealth assets in the sights of the Chinese LT-1 satellite radar
Study on the system theorizes the capability to detect low-observable aircraft, through bistatic technology in orbit
The doctrine of aerial invisibility is under scrutiny. A recent study conducted by Chinese scientists has raised questions about the survivability of low-observable aircraft, such as the US stealth fighters... more
AirlinesAeroporti di Puglia: new Brindisi-Amsterdam air service from April
Frequency twice-weekly in the start-up phase, then three and four times
The president of AdP, Antonio Maria Vasile: “an additional piece that consolidates Salento Airport” more
Finance and economyThales: order intake and sales up as of September 30, 2025, confirmed all targets
The highlights; the declaration by its President and CEO - ATTACHMENT
Thales today announced its order intake and sales for the period ending September 30, 2025.The highlights: Order intake: €16.8 billion, up +8% (+9% on an organic basis) Sales: €15.3 billion, up +8.4% (+9.1... more
Civil aviationMecaer Aviation Group inaugurates new facility in Canada
Strategic investment aimed at strengthening presence in North America for the Italian company
Mecaer Aviation Group, a company active worldwide in the design and manufacture of components, systems and services for the aeronautical sector, has inaugurated in Canada in Laval (Montreal) a new plant... more
AirlinesMost airline costs are still managed by hand
A solution simplifies its control by detecting errors
Controlling costs is key in any industry. But while the direct price of operating aircraft, with multiple partners, represents more than half of airline expenditure, many accounting systems are still hamstrung... more
AerospaceAirbus, Leonardo and Thales sign MoU to create a leading European player in space
New company could be operational in 2027, subject to approvals and closing conditions
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at combining their respective space activities into a new company (see for details AVIONEWS).By joining forces the three... more
Finance and economySpace, Leonardo rallies at Piazza Affari: European satellite summit in sight with Thales and Airbus
The Group's stock gains over 3% driven by rumors about the "Bromo" agreement for a jv of €10 bn
The merger of space activities would create a colossus with governance 35-32,5-32,5% and Italian potential more
AirlinesLufthansa: B-787/9 airplane christened by Minister President Boris Rhein
With the name “Frankfurt am Main”; first five destinations
“Many happy landings”: Hesse's Minister President Boris Rhein christened a brand-new Boeing 787-9 “Frankfurt am Main” at Frankfurt Airport yesterday. The “Dreamliner” is the first Lufthansa long-haul a... more
Civil aviationEcological transition: Walsh sinks the EU model on SAF and denounces suppliers' price hikes
At the Hong Kong sustainability symposium, DG IATA criticises the European mandate on biofuels for aviation
The punitive system does not increase production, but inflates costs for passengers, five times the average profit per ticket more
AirportsPegasus Airlines and Iberia sign new code-share agreement
Expanding connectivity between Türkiye, Spain, Portugal and Latin America
Pegasus Airlines has signed a new code-share agreement with Iberia, offering passengers more choice and convenience.Through this partnership, Pegasus guests can now travel seamlessly to 13 destinations... more
ConferencesMarine drones: the Italian market is growing
Tomorrow report at event "Sea Drone Tech Summit"
The market for marine and underwater drones is growing in Italy. In 2024 the value of this sector reached 93.6 million euros, up from 76.2 million in 2023, and will reach 217.6 million in 2030, exceeding... more
DefenseThe US Army buys another 9 next-generation Chinook helicopters for heavy logistics
Boeing secures mega-order worth USD 461 million
Boeing provides the CH-47F Block II helicopters, capable of flying for another 40 years and with an increase in lift capacity of 1.8 tonnes, accelerating the "Rapid Fielding" for the modernization of the fleet more
AerospaceThe space economy fair announced in December
Scientific conference scheduled by Italian ASI
Rome becomes the capital of space with NSE (New Space Economy) from 10 to 12 December. The event, organized by Fiera Roma, in collaboration with the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and with the participation... more
Civil aviationEmbraer signs MoU with South Korea's DAPA
On the opening day of "ADEX 2025"
Embraer and South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see both parties cooperating on new businesses and market development o... more
AirlinesAirbus-Cathay Group: co-investment partnership for SAF adoption
Up to USD 70m to accelerate the development production in Asia and globally
Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of up to USD 70 million to accelerate the development Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production in Asia and globally. The agreement was announced... more
Fair and showsAirbus and Atitech: maintenance services for military aircraft
The industries have signed a collaboration agreement
Airbus Defence and Space and the Italian company Atitech have signed a General Terms Agreement (GTA) that establishes a framework for strategic cooperation for the provision of Maintenance, Repair and... more
AirlinesKorean Air's financial results for 3Q2025
The outlook for the 4Q cargo business remains mixed
Korean Air unveiled today its financial results for 3Q2025 (Non-consolidated).The highlights are: Korean Air reported a revenue of KRW 4.0085 trillion (USD 2.8587 billion) for the third quarter of 2025,... more
AirportsDrone aircraft: new attack on Khartoum International Airport
A few hours before the scheduled resumption of domestic flights at the airport after two years of closure /2 VIDEO
Target struck today in the early hours of the morning. No official statement on damage or delays. more
DefenseEurodrone: France abandons European armed fighter aircraft project: what happens now?
Paris withdraws from the Male Rpas € 7 bn program: why, implications, reactions, future prospects
The future of European industrial cooperation hangs in the balance... more
DefenseTrump concludes billion-dollar deals with Australia
In Defence matters, Canberra will buy submarine drones (1,2 mld) and 1a tranche Apache helicopters (2,6 mld)
Moreover, Australia is investing in its integrated air and missile defense capabilities, including $2 billion in US companies, for its joint air battle management system. There's also some in the aerospace sector more
Airlines"Adex 2025" (3). Korean Air to unveil three UAV aircraft at the event
The models showcased were the LOWUS, Loitering Munition and KUS-FX - PHOTO GALLERY
Korean Air unveiled three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) today at the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX) 2025, taking place from October 17 to 24 at Seoul Airport in Seongnam and... more
AirportsTrieste Airport redesigns traffic flow: terminal access revolutionized from October 22
Roadworks in progress on SS14 in Ronchi dei Legionari
A single entrance will separate vehicular and cycling flows, integrating the airport with the major regional routes more
AerospaceSentinel-1D refuelled and ready for encapsulation
The launch campaign of the next satellite that will join the Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission is proceeding
Launch scheduled for Tuesday 4 November 2025 aboard an Ariane 6 rocket more
Fair and shows"Adex 2025" (2). Embraer returns to it with its Defense & Security portfolio
C-390 Millennium aircraft for South Korea project advances
Embraer will return to Seoul ADEX 2025 from 20 to 24 October (see for details AVIONEWS) to showcase its defense and security portfolio including the C-390 Millennium airplane. Products and solutions from... more
Aerospace"Adex 2025" from October 17-24 in Seoul
The first three days dedicated to the public, the last five ones to business
"ADEX 2025" is a biennial fair that this year takes place from October 17–19 (Public) and October 20–24 (Business) in Seoul at global level for the defense and aerospace industries.It will bring together the... more
Civil aviationIATA launches the Integrated Sustainability Program
During its WSS in Hong Kong (October 21-22)
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP) at the IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong (October 21-22).ISP is a certification... more
AccidentsRunway excursion at Hong Kong airport: during its run the aircraft collides with a ground vehicle
The cargo airplane ends up in the sea: the 4 aboard the B-747 unharmed; the 2 attendants in the service vehicle deceased/VIDEO
A dramatic aviation accident occurred in the early hours of today at Hong Kong International Airport, where a B-747 cargo aircraft ran off the runway during landing, striking a ground service vehicle and... more
AirlinesFrankfurt and Winter schedule 2025-2026: 81 airlines flying to 244 destinations in 96 Countries
New services to Norway and Finland
Frankfurt Airport’s new Winter schedule will come into effect on October 26, coinciding with the end of daylight saving time in Germany. For the upcoming season, 81 airlines will offer flights to 244 d... more
AirportsItalian Enav: digital control tower in Malaysia
Techno Sky, a Group company, will supply an advanced system
The Italian Air Navigation Service Provider ENAV, through its subsidiary Techno Sky, has been awarded the contract for the supply and implementation of an advanced Remote Digital and Virtual Tower (RDVT)... more
IndustryFAA authorizes Boeing to increase production of B-737 MAX aircraft
Monthly limit raised to 42 units after thorough inspections of the assembly lines
A sign of renewed confidence from the federal regulatory authorities has arrived for the American aerospace giant Boeing. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA, the authority that regulates civil aviation... more
AirlinesIndiGo finalised a commitment for 30 A-350 aircraft
Converting a MoU signed in June
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a commitment for 30 A-350 aircraft, converting a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a firm order. This brings the airline's total A-350 o... more
Civil aviationEmbraer inaugurates office in New Delhi, India
And strategic alliance to introduce the C-390 Millennium aircraft
Embraer inaugurated today its new India office of its fully-owned Indian subsidiary at WorldMark 4, Aerocity, New Delhi. The opening of the office marks a significant deepening of Embraer’s long-standing co... more
Finance and economyLeonardo: start of the share buyback programme
Following the resolution adopted by the shareholders’ meeting held on 26 May 2025 and in the terms already disclosed
Leonardo also announces today, pursuant to Article 144-bis paragraph 3 of the Issuers’ Regulation, the starting in the next days of the share buyback programme, following the resolution adopted by the S... more
Fair and showsZ-20T: China displays the armed utility helicopter, strategic enhancement for the Pla
Presented at the 7th China Helicopter Exposition in Tianjin, the latest variant of the medium Z-20 aircraft
Expand operational capabilities by integrating troop transport with ground-attack and armed-escort functions for the air-assault forces of the Chinese People's Liberation Army more
AccidentsChile: MH-60M Black Hawk helicopter missing since yesterday located
The Chilean Air Force reports today: three of the four military personnel on board were uninjured, one fatality
The Chilean Air Force (Fach) MH-60M Black Hawk helicopter with which contact had been lost on the night of 16 October in the area of Campos de Hielo Sur, in the Aysén region of the Chilean Patagonia,... more
DefenseEuropean Defence Industry Programme: MEPs reach deal with Council
Strengthened support to Ukraine with EUR 300 million
The informal agreement reached on Thursday by MEPs and the Danish Presidency of the Council will allow for the creation of the first-ever European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). The scheme seeks to... more
AccidentsSafety: IATA updates the Manual for response to post-aircraft-incident crises
A detailed guide for assistance to families was presented today
From Xiamen the latest revision of its Emergency Response Best Practices Handbook, which for the first time devotes a full section to immediate and ongoing support for the relatives of victims, aligning with operational standards (IOSA) and international regulatory standards (ICAO) more