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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
AirlinesExpansion plan for Discover Airlines (Lufthansa): fleet to 40 aircraft by mid-2028
The leisure carrier will introduce four long-range A-350/900s from 2027
Discover Airlines, the leisure carrier of the Lufthansa Group, announced today a significant growth and fleet renewal plan that will see the total number of aircraft rise to 40 by mid-2028. The key element... more
AirportsIATA launched global campaign to help travellers fly safely with Lithium Batteries
Seven simple safety rules and a recent survey by the Association - VIDEO
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’, a global safety campaign that gives travelers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, pow... more
Civil aviationDemand for business aircraft record expected, according to the 34th outlook by Honeywell
Expected 8,500 deliveries and value of $283 billion over the next decade
This is the highest decadal delivery forecast ever recorded in the study’s 34-year history, with an expected average annual growth rate of around 3% more
AirlinesEx-Alitalia dispute, layoffs start for about 2,000 employees in Cigs
Trade unions call for a halt ahead of tomorrow's talks at the Ministry of Labour - ATTACHED LETTER
The Extraordinary Administration of Alitalia-SAI began, as of yesterday 14 October 2025, sending dismissal letters affecting around 2,000 employees, who are still formally on the payroll of the former... more
AirlinesMFZ-Elifly agreement for a helicopter hub and HEMS
Development of technical training, port services and emergency medical response
The Misurata Free Zone (MFZ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Italian company Elifly, specialized in air transport and helicopter services, to develop infrastructure dedicated to... more
AirlinesAircraft and carriers. Puglia Sky is launched: local consortium targets regional routes
Initial capital over 5.5 million, AOC process and plan for fleet, slots and personnel recruitment
A few weeks after the announcement by Confindustria Bari-Bat, an entrepreneurial project is taking shape to give Apulia a private regional airline. In a notary's office in Bari the deed of incorporation... more
AirlinesApprehension at Tokyo-Haneda: B-737 ANA during takeoff damages runway lights and nose landing gear
Forced to turn back. Similar incident occurred to a B-737/800 aircraft of Jal in April
The incident occurred last night. Investigations into an alleged incorrect alignment during takeoff. Delays and disruptions to the airport's evening air traffic more
DefenseSafran Aero Boosters and Bmt Aerospace will produce key components for P&W's F135 engine
Equips 5th‑generation F-35 Lightning II multirole fighter aircraft in service with Belgium
In the context of industrial compensation, an agreement reached today between Brussels and Pratt & Whitney during a ceremony organized to celebrate the arrival of the first Belgian F-35s more
DefenseBelgium enters the F-35 era: the first stealth fighter aircraft have arrived at Florennes
Historic turning point in Belgian Defence. The industrial impact of the programme highlighted /VIDEO
Minister of Defence confirms the timetable for the decommissioning of the F-16s, partly destined for Ukraine more
AirlinesSupply chain problems could cost airlines over $11 billion in 2025
IATA alarm: delays in deliveries of new aircraft and spare parts force fleet ageing
According to a joint study by IATA the economic and operational impact would be unprecedented. OEMs and suppliers are urged to open the Aftermarket and to increase transparency more
Civil aviationAci Europe, August: peak of 5% into the European passenger air traffic
Overall, the volumes in the month +7% compared to the pre-pandemic levels (August 2019)
European airport trade body ACI EUROPE today released its preliminary air traffic report for August 2025. Passenger traffic across the European airport network increased +4.9% in August 2025 compared with... more
AirportsFast-Consal Air Transport: strike today at AdR airports Fiumicino and Ciampino
The industrial action by all employees of the airport operator, called for from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Fast-Confsal Air Transport proclaims a national strike of all employees of AdR – Aeroporti di Roma, following the negative outcome of the conciliation procedures provided for by Law 146/90.The reasons f... more
DefenseNATO reassures over the shooting down of Russian fighter jets: "We only shoot in the event of a real threat"
Rutte, addressing the Parliamentary Assembly in Ljubljana, reiterates the Alliance's superior strength
The Secretary General entrusts the decision on the rules of engagement to the military leadership, excluding political interference. He will not have it shot down 'for an occasional entry' into NATO airspace more
AirlinesMadrid's challenge over hand luggage: infringement procedure launched against fines on air carriers
Contested fine of €179 mln against 5 low-cost carriers for charges on ancillary services
The fine would violate the freedom to set fares. Spain, through the Minister for Consumer Rights, defends its position and announces an appeal to the EU Court, while Ryanair responds by reducing flights more
AirlinesRussian skies at risk: mega inspection plan for 51 regional carriers
In 2024 aircraft incidents doubled; the number of victims is alarming: Moscow rushes to take remedial measures
Extraordinary inspections from December 2025 to December 2026. The checks, prompted by the ministry of Transport, will focus on maintenance and personnel training to prevent new catastrophes more
AccidentsMoscow admits: Azal aircraft, flight J2-8243, shot down by missile fragments
Putin reveals responsibility of his air-defence forces in the December 2024 tragedy. Compensation for the 38 victims
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally admitted that fragments of missiles from his air defense were the cause of the damage and the resulting crash of Azerbaijan Airlines (Azal) flight J2-8243,... more
AerospaceNew gateway to Asia: Modi inaugurates Navi Mumbai International Airport
India unveils its second mega-hub for the financial capital, a $ 2,1 bn project in the 1^ Phase
A structure born with the ambition to handle 90 million passengers and to transform the region into the continent's principal connectivity hub more
DefenseThe Trump plan for Gaza signed in Sharm el Sheikh
Ceasefire in Gaza and risk of a government crisis for Netanyahu: the signing inflames Jerusalem
After the announcement of the ceasefire, the radical right threatens to bring down the prime minister, accused of "treason" for the concessions contained in the pact more
AirportsDigital borders, the EuroAirport launches the new EES system from 12 October
The Basel-Mulhouse airport introduces the EU electronic system to record entries and exits of non-Schengen citizens
The EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg has announced the gradual introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES), the new European system for managing the Schengen Area’s external borders. The airport, l... more
Latest newsItalian Foreign Ministry. Antonio Tajani in Paris for a meeting on Gaza
Participation of the E4, Arab quintet, EU and four other countries
The Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will be in Paris today to take part in a meeting of foreign ministers on the implementation of the US peace plan.The... more
Civil aviationPM of Israel Netanyahu: "Historic achievement of signing the agreement for the release of all the hostages"
Post on X: "Agreed to continue close cooperation" with USA
Benjamin Netanyahu Prime Minister of Israel, on X declared in different post that: "I just spoke with US President Donald Trump. The two had a very emotional and warm conversation, congratulating each... more
Civil aviationTrump "Israel and Hamas have both signed off the first phase of peace plan"
The US President on his "Thuthsocial": "All of the hostages will be released very soon"
Donald J.Trump, President of the USA, on his "Truthsocial" declared this night (local hour): "I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first Phase of our Peace Plan.... more
AirportsUSA Shutdown (2): aircraft and transport delays
Traffic controller shortages increase, and traffic wardens become more stressed
Air travel delays continue in the United States: due to the federal government shutdown that began on October 1st, there is a growing shortage of air traffic controllers, causing operations to slow down.... more
AirlinesA4E: EU infringement procedure against Spain
A win for passenger choice on extra cabin luggage
Airlines for Europe (A4E) has consistently maintained that the Spanish government’s measures to strip travellers of the freedom to choose whether they want to pay for extra hand baggage are against EU l... more
DefenseChina sells "Vigorous Dragon" multirole fighter aircraft to Bangladesh
Beijing clinches agreement with Dhaka worth over $2 billion for 20 Chengdu J-10CE aircraft /VIDEO
The record investment as of 2026 marks Bangladesh's definitive transition to a 4.5‑generation air defence and cements strategic ties with China more
AirlinesAeroitalia (2): AVIONEWS interviews Gaetano Intrieri
The CEO explains why he chose Boeing aircraft to expand the airline's fleet /VIDEO
Aeroitalia is experiencing a significant expansion: it has announced the signing of an agreement for the leasing of five next-generation B-737/8 aircraft (see AVIONEWS). To learn more about it, AVIONEWS... more
AerospaceUSA: does the shutdown cast doubt on NASA's future programs?
Political paralysis in Washington threatens plans for the 2026 lunar flyby
While thousands of employees are on leave, only the essential core of the Artemis program remains operational more
AccidentsOctober 8, 2001: the aircraft disaster in Milan-Linate, 24 years later
The collision between two airplanes caused the death of 118 people
October 8, 2001-October 8, 2025: 24 years have passed since that tragedy.It was 8:10am (local hour) when, at Milan’s Linate airport, two aircraft collided on a runway that was shrouded in thick fog. T... more
Civil aviationSikorsky launches new family of UAS: the Nomads arrive
Unveiled: vertical takeoff drones with extended endurance, for military and civilian missions - VIDEO
Nomad can be scaled in size: from small UAS with a maximum weight of about 600 kg, up to dimensions comparable to those of a Black Hawk helicopter more
DefenseIs Algeria ready to buy Russian Su-57E aircraft? Revelations from a document leak...
Purported hacked files would suggest that it would be the first export customer for the 5th-generation fighter
A large leak attributed to the Russian state defense giant Rostec appears to offer the most concrete evidence so far of Algeria's imminent purchase of the fifth-generation fighter Su-57E Felon. The details,... more
AirportsSAVE in the Finint-Ardian orbit: Veneto airports ready to take off
Major €1.2 billion deal closes the era of outgoing funds
An important financial operation in the Italian transport landscape is nearing completion: Save SpA, the company that manages airports in the Northeast (including Venice’s "Marco Polo", Verona, Treviso a... more
Civil aviationPiaggio Aerospace at Las Vegas for the International Business Aviation Fair
The Italian company from Liguria returns to participate at NBAA-BACE. It will show a P-180 Avanti Evo aircraft
Three months after the arrival of its new owners –the Turkish company Baykar– Piaggio Aerospace will once again be among the more than 800 exhibitors gathering in Las Vegas, United States, from October 14... more
AerospaceE-DSA² inaugurates NNO-3, the fourth Deep Space Antenna by Esa
Part of the Estrack global network, it will serve a new ground station in Australia
The European Deep Space Antenna Alliance (E-DSA²) formed by Thales Alenia Space, Schwartz Hautmont and mtex antenna technology, celebrated the inauguration of the European Space Agency’s NNO-3 deep sp... more
AccidentsAircraft disasters. Clash over investigation into Air India flight 171: pilots demand a judicial inquiry
FIP denounces "manifest bias" in the investigation and requests the examination of the B-787 systems
The Federation of Indian pilots is asking the national DGCA to inspect all electrical systems of Dreamliners after the anomalous activation of an emergency system on a flight to Birmingham on October 4 more