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AirlinesIndia reopens the skies to China: after five years direct air links resume
New Delhi authorizes the return of flights suspended since 2020. Resumption from 26 October 2025
The decision aimed at promoting the normalization of commercial and human relations between the two Nations more
IndustryBoeing could produce up to 53 B-737 Max aircraft per month
However, FAA authorization is required, which has imposed a limit of 38 units
Aviation giant Boeing's -737 Max production could increase to 42 per month as early as October for about six months. It could then reach 53 aircraft per month by the end of next year, Bloomberg reported.... more
AirlinesAir Tanzania launches mega-recruitment: 173 new positions to strengthen its global network
The African flag carrier is seeking 68 aircraft pilots, 100 crewmembers and ground personnel
In line with the 2022/27 Strategic Plan and with the international route expansion plan. The Initiative aims to relaunch the national aviation ecosystem more
AirportsAlleged drone sighting in Norwegian airspace
Oslo airport operator: "Approaching aircraft placed in holding pattern, temporarily halting takeoffs"
Last night, Oslo-Gardermoen airport, Norway, temporarily suspended some operations following a reported sighting of drones. According to Norwegian press, a Norwegian Air pilot reported seeing three to... more
AerospaceMovinter and Rfltc's Club Deal soar in the aerospace sector: Alpi Aviation acquired
Movinter-RedFish Group acquires 100% of the company specialized in light aircraft, helicopters and dual-use drones
Operation worth 4 million, plus variable components tied to future performance, to expand presence in the Aerospace, Rail & Navy markets more
AirlinesUSA: airfare transparency at risk
Fifth Court of Appeal reopens case on "junk fees": convened en banc, will re-examine the controversial regulation
The current rules, desired by the Biden administration, require airlines to disclose upfront ancillary fees, such as baggage and seat selection, to eliminate so-called "hidden fees". The final court ruling will have a billion-dollar impact and will define the scope of the Department of Transportation's regulatory authority. more
Civil aviationB-777X Story. Boeing shifts first deliveries to 2027: billion-dollar charges expected
The US aerospace giant forced to a new, heavy delay for the wide-body aircraft
The ceo Ortberg attributes the delay, the sixth since the presentation of the program, to the complex certification challenges with the FAA and not to new technical problems, but the financial impact for Boeing is estimated between 2,5 and 4 billion USD more
AerospaceNew space axis: Europe forges a decisive pact with Seoul
Signed in Sydney a MoU between the European Space Agency and the newly formed Korea AeroSpace Administration
The strategic agreement initially focuses on space weather monitoring and on reciprocal access to Earth-based communication networks, bolstering the resilience of global missions more
DefenseUS allocates 24.3 billion for the F-35 aircraft
Historic agreement finalized with Lockheed Martin for nearly 300 5th-generation Lightning II fighters
Deliveries to allies and to the US Armed Forces starting in 2026, with a per-airframe cost in line with inflation more
AirlinesStrike on October 3 in Italy: transport, schools, healthcare, and firefighters affected
Italian Enac: no list of guaranteed flights has been prepared due to lack of advance notice
A general strike is underway today "in defense of the Flotilla, constitutional values, and in support of the people of Gaza", wrote the Cgil union. Already called in recent days by several unions, it has... more
AirlinesOtto Aerospace signs with Flexjet an order for 300 Phantom 3500 aircraft
Record order for the next-generation business jet, designed with laminar-flow aerodynamics and carbon fiber
Otto Aerospace, an advanced company in the aerospace sector, has announced this week a record agreement with Flexjet, which has become the launch customer for its next-generation business jet, the Phantom... more
HelicoptersLeonardo inaugurates the strategic hub for helicopter maintenance in Brindisi, Southern Italy
The new service station inside the Apulian plant
An investment of over 4000 square meters will serve a government fleet of about 150 aircraft, strengthening local capabilities more
AirlinesLufthansa pilots vote to strike; shares plunge
The Vereinigung Cockpit union breaks ranks on pensions after seven rounds of negotiations
Lufthansa shares plunge 7.1% on the stock exchange as analysts question the Group's strategy amid staff cuts and ambitious profit targets more
AirportsGround collision at New York's "LaGuardia": a flight attendant injured
At low speed on the airport taxiway, between 2 aircraft operated on behalf of Delta Air Lines
A low-speed collision between two regional jets operated for Delta Air Lines occurred last evening, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at around 9:56 pm (local time) on a taxiway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport. T... more
AirlinesAircraft pilots: Airbus and Air India inaugurate advanced training center
The jv will train over 5000 new ones in a decade, specifically for A-320 and A-350 aircraft
Air India and Airbus have inaugurated an advanced pilot training centre at the Air India Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, Haryana, India. This state‑of‑the‑art facility, the result of a 50:50 joint... more
Civil aviationFrance: strike tomorrow; aviation sector marginally affected
Flights reduced especially at Paris-Beauvais, but interruptions and delays expected at all French airports
DGAC, the French Directorate General for Civil Aviation, says that several trade union federations have filed a national interprofessional strike notice for the public and private sectors, valid for Thursday... more
AirlinesSafety. Emirates: ban usage of power banks onboard of its airplanes
From today, the airline adopts a proactive position against the risk of the litio batteries
The devices can be transported in cockpit but not used and recharged in flight more
AerospaceOfficina Stellare and Skyloom Global announce the signing of agreements for the Skyloom Europe Project
Strategic contract for the optical communications: in Italy the birth of a productive pool at high capacity
Officina Stellare SpA, renowned for its expertise in the design and manufacture of high-technology optomechanical system instrumentation across Aerospace, Scientific Research, and Defense sectors, and... more
Civil aviationBoeing halts production of the legendary B-777/300ER aircraft
The most successful twinjet in history.The end of an era paves the way for the successor B-777X
Recent rumors: Boeing has quietly shut down the production line of the -777/300ER (Extended Range) passenger airplane at its Everett plant in Washington State, bringing to an end the era of one of the... more
AirlinesAVIONEWS interviews Gaetano Intrieri, ceo of Aeroitalia
The airline will change its name following the Rome court ruling: it will be called Air Italy /VIDEO
Following a recent ruling by the Rome court, AVIONEWS interviewed Gaetano Intrieri, ceo of Aeroitalia, to clarify the reasons and consequences of the dispute with ITA Airways. Aeroitalia will have to change... more
DefenseLeonardo's CEO: "Saying we are co-responsible for genocide is an unacceptable exaggeration"
Cingolani explains the current relations with Israel and with the companies DRS and Rada
Roberto Cingolani, CEO of Leonardo SpA -a company active in the aerospace, defense, and security sectors-responded in an interview with "Corriere della Sera" to accusations of complicity in the Gaza genocide... more
CuriositiesFarewell to the roar of jets: the Patrouille Suisse enters the turboprop era
The Swiss Parliament decrees the definitive retirement of F-5 Tiger fighter aircraft by 2027
The famous aerobatic team, a national symbol of precision, will be officially replaced by the "PC-7 Team" with turboprop aircraft, a choice dictated by reasons of economic and environmental sustainability more
Civil aviationBoeing vs Airbus: development of the successor to the B-737 MAX has begun
The first steps of the Seattle giant for a new single-aisle aircraft
The ceo Kelly Ortberg is reportedly already in talks with Rolls-Royce in the United Kingdom for the engines, according to an exclusive by the Wall Street Journal more
DefensePeace Plan for Gaza: Trump and Netanyahu announce a "Historic Day"
Israeli Prime Minister accepts US proposal; Trump speaks of "peace forever in the Middle East" /VIDEO
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, held a joint press conference at the White House in Washington DC to announce significant progress... more
DefenseHistoric split at Schiphol: Air France and Delta abandon Klm for ground handling
The decision is the result of the multimillion-euro damage caused by the strikes at Amsterdam airport
Klm re-evaluates the future of its Ground Services division and its personnel. Negotiations with the unions suspended for mediation more
AirlinesUSA: stowaway found dead in the wheel well of an American Airlines plane
The Charlotte police are investigating. The death occurred on a long-haul flight from Europe.
US authorities have launched an in-depth investigation following the macabre discovery of the lifeless body of a stowaway aboard an American Airlines aircraft. The body was found inside the landing gear... more
DefenseUS Defense allocates 10.8 billion to Lockheed Martin for the CH-53K helicopter
Five-year mega-contract for up to 99 King Stallions destined for the Marine Corps
The agreement aims to stabilize production and rationalize the costs of the heavy platform more
AirlinesTyrol at work for a "virtual" carrier based in Innsbruck
The plan to guarantee vital connections with Frankfurt and Vienna after cuts by the major airlines
On the table the operational model of aircraft and personnel rental already tested in Germany more
AirportsDenmark, drone alarm: anti-intrusion radars installed at Copenhagen Airport
Necessary countermeasures after the recent sightings of unmanned aircraft over sensitive sites
Meanwhile the Country has unlocked the largest military investment ever to shield itself with 8 new air defense systems, including the Franco-Italian SAMP/T more
AirportsTourism Summit (2): intermodality of transport is fundamental
The meeting between representatives of Capital/A AirAsia, Msc Group, Italo Spa and Vertimas
Among the topics discussed at the "Global Tourism Summit 2025", held in Rome from September 28 to 30 (see AVIONEWS), was the transportation sector in relation to travel. The panel, titled "Industry Deep... more
AirportsRome: the 2025 Global Tourism Summit
Meloni: "Create new air, rail, and sea connections". AVIONEWS present at the event
This year, Italy will host one of the most important events for international tourism, the 25th edition of the "Global Summit 2025". Rome is championing Italian culture and craftsmanship in a global context:... more
AirlinesLufthansa raises the stakes on profitability: major efficiency plan and new financial targets
By 2030: reduction of 4000 administrative jobs and over 230 new aircraft
The Lufthansa Group is pursuing its strategy and is targeting a significant increase in profitability. On the occasion of its Capital Markets Day in Munich, the Group presented its strategic planning and... more
Latest newsItalian Farnesina: new medical evacuations from Gaza starting today
Three C-130 airplanes by Italian Air Force arrive in Rome-Ciampino, Lecce and Verona
On Wednesday 1 October, the arrival is planned aboard two Guardia di Finanza flights from Amman to Rome-Ciampino and Milan-Linate more
ConferencesNetanyahu's speech at the UN
Israeli PM: "Israel is doing everyone's dirty work" /VIDEO
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly this afternoon, before a nearly empty hall amid boos and protests: before his speech, several Un delegates left the... more
DefenseIndia: the era of the MiG-21 "Bison" aircraft comes to an end
After 60 years of service, the "thoroughbred" soviet passes the baton to the indigenous Tejas /VIDEO official+GALLERY
Solemn ceremony for the retirement of the last two squadrons of the legendary fighter, a cornerstone of Indian air defence since 1963. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh: "Not a mere aircraft, but a symbol of courage and national self-reliance" more
AirlinesMayday in flight: Qantas plane makes emergency landing in Auckland
It was a false fire alarm in the cargo hold. An investigation is underway into a fault in the smoke detection system
156 passengers on board the B-737/800, all disembarked safely and uninjured more
AirportsValue Group inaugurates a new lounge at T2 Heathrow Airport
Dedicated to assisting passengers affected by air service disruptions
Delays, cancellations, overbooking, missed connections and diversions: every year, millions of travellers are affected by flight disruptions. In this scenario an Italian company active in its field is... more
Civil defenseClimate: every year 3% of the world's land area burns
And 2025 is worse than last year, according to data processed 2015-2024
Each year, on average, 394 million hectares, equal to almost 3% of the world's land surface, are destroyed by fire. This is reported by the statistics portal "Our World in Data", reworking the results... more
AirportsDenmark: one-hour blockade at Aalborg airport
The airspace above the airport has been closed due to the suspected presence of drones
Aalborg airport in Denmark halted operations for about an hour last night, starting at 11:40 pm local time. "The airspace above the airport was reopened at 12:35 am (10:35pm Gmt) on Friday after being... more
DefenseRoyal Thai Air Force orders A-330 MRTT+ aircraft of next generation
Also a MoU signed for maintenance on-site with TAI
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has ordered an A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+). The A-330neo-based evolution of the combat-proven, aerial refuelling and transport aircraft A-330 MRTT, will... more
Latest newsFlotilla (2). Farnesina: contacts by Minister Tajani with France and Belgium
On assistance to European citizens aboard the vessels
While in New York for the UN General Assembly (see for details AVIONEWS), Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani held talks with the Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maxime... more
DefenseUkrainian industry will produce 200 cruise missiles per month by the end of the year
Construction of a plant for jet engines has also been initiated, to become independent from foreign supplies as early as 2026
The Ukrainian defense industry is accelerating the production of strategic armaments. Fire Point, the developer of the subsonic cruise missile FP-5 Flamingo, has announced a massive increase in its production... more
DefenseCrosetto (Defense): Alpino ship sent to protect the Global Sumud Flotilla
But "We cannot protect anyone outside international waters. Let this be clear", the Italian minister clarified
Italian Defense minister Guido Crosetto announced today in his briefing to the Italian Chamber of Deputies that he has dispatched the Alpino to protect the Global Sumud Flotilla headed for Gaza. It is... more
Civil aviationUSA-EU tariff agreement formally implemented
The final program was published today: aircraft and their components are exempt - ATTACHMENT
The trade agreement between the United States and the European Union on tariffs wanted by American president Donald Trump has been formally implemented; it is retroactive to August 1st and confirms the... more
CargoThe Caspian Air Cargo Summit relaunches the role of Azerbaijan
The 10th edition of the conference concluded in Baku, which has become the epicenter of global logistics
Record number of participants and announced multi-billion investments, including the completion of a new intermodal hub in 2027 and the expansion of Silk Way West Airlines' fleet more
DefenseThe Spanish Air Force will fly Turkish: billion-euro deal for 45 Hürjet aircraft
Madrid approves a major modernization plan (€ 3,68 mld) that includes 168 between planes and helicopters
The training of its future pilots assigned to TAI/Airbus, in a measure that redefines the industrial and military dynamics of the Nato more
AirlinesAir Canada expects a heavy hit: over 300 million in estimated losses in the 3Q
Due to the August strike, financial estimates for the closing quarter were revised. Alarm over a revenue drop of CAD 430 mln
The trade union action has led to the cancellation of over 3,200 flights more
AirlinesAircraft and transport: strike tomorrow for 24 hours in Italy
Wizz Air and Volotea are involved, as well as airport, related and handling personnel - ATTACHMENT
Air transport may be disrupted tomorrow due to 13 strikes called for either 24-hour or 4-hour periods in Italy. Wizz Air Malta Limited flight crews, airline, airport, and related airport workers, and Volotea... more
AirlinesHong Kong airport reopens
36-hour blockade due to typhoon Ragasa, which also hit the Philippines, Taiwan and China
Hong Kong international airport resumed operations this morning after a 36-hour disruption due to tropical cyclone Ragasa, which paralyzed the city since Tuesday afternoon. The typhoon also affected the... more
AccidentsIATA: high expectations for 42nd ICAO Assembly (September 23-October 3, 2025)
Among the themes: SAF, CORSIA, accident investigations, aircraft mandate, pilots age limits
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has high expectations for the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) (Montreal, 23 September-3 October 2025). ICAO has a... more