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ReportBad weather in Tuscany: discomforts for air passengers
Pisa, Italy - Two cancelled and one diverted flights
Due to bad weather, this morning two flights of the Irish low-cost airline Ryan Air scheduled to leave from the airport "Galileo Galilei" of Pisa, Italy, were cancelled: the first with departure scheduled... more
CuriositiesNew Aero Club in Vibo Valentia
Vibo Valentia, Italy - Inauguration next June 1st-3rd
Next June 1st-3rd, a new Aero Club called "Il Grifo" will be inaugurated in Vibo Valentia, in the Italian southern region of Calabria, expected to be a point of reference not only for plane pilots, but... more
Fair and showsAir shows and exhibitions in the last week of May
Rome, Italy - From today, Monday 28 to next Sunday June 3
Monday 28 - Routes Regional Africa - The Intra- Regional Route Development Forum. JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, Cairo, Egypt. + 44 (0)20 88 31 75 05 www.routesregionalevents.com - Gliding - UK Overseas... more
Fair and shows"1st Flight day 2007" next June 24th
Rome, Italy - Promoted by Aero Club d'Italia and Italian Air Force
The Aero Club d'Italia (AeCI) association has announced a new initiative, that will take place next June 24th under the denomination "1st Flight day 2007". The event will request the active participation... more
AirportsExplanatory meeting for the City of Derry Airport
Derry, Ireland - Set the remedial measures
Following the announced suspension of the license of aerodrome licence released to the City of Derry Airport (see AVIONEWS), the representatives of UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) last week announced... more
ConferencesRound table on "Airships: new technologies and economics opportunities"
Ravenna, Italy - Aircraft with "Immeasurable chances"
Last Saturday, the "Cavalcoli" room of the chamber of commerce in Ravenna hosted a round table on “Airships: new technologies and economics opportunities”. The meeting was promoted by the faculty of... more
IndustryAvion Aircraft Trading selects the Rolls-Royce Trent 700
Paris, France - To power eight Airbus A-330/200F
The Rolls-Royce Trent 700 has been selected by Avion Aircraft Trading to power eight Airbus A-330/200 Freighters in an order worth around USD 300 million at list prices. Deliveries to the Reykjavik-based... more
AirportsAirport of Dubai: restrictions on liquids from next June 17th
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - According to international standards
From next June 17th , as officially announced last week, the restrictions on liquids on board will take effect at the Dubai international airport, United Arab Emirates. The regulation application will... more
AirportsAeradria (2): double flight from Norway with SAS-Braathens
Rimini, Italy - Expecting for the next connection thorugh Ryanair
Yesterday May 27th, 2007, the first Norwegian guests of Riviera di Rimini 2007 arrived to "Federico Fellini" International Airport by SAS-Braathens Boeing 737 aircraft. Oslo and Bergen are the opened... more
AirlinesIndian airlines against an old legacy of British colonization
New Delhi, India - Requested the change of national planes registration code
The major Indian airlines, among which obviously Air India, have requested the national civil aviation ministry to ask ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) for the change of planes registration... more
AirportsAeradria: arrival of Lufthansa/Air Dolomiti ATR-42/500 aircraft
Rimini, Italy - Opening of new Summer connection
A German-Dutch Saturday for "Federico Fellini" International Airport of Rimini-San Marino. On May 26th, 2007, Lufthansa/Air Dolomiti, Air Berlin and Transavia started the first biweekly connections,... more
AirportsAirport of Lamezia Terme: the new president of SACAL
Catanzaro, Italy - Tomorrow the board of directors
Tomorrow, its is expected to take place the board of directors that should bring to the election of the successor of Giuseppe Vitale, the outgoing president of SACAL, the managing company of the airport... more
AccidentsPlane crashed in Peru: 13 deaths
Lima, Peru - Among survivors, a seven months gone woman
The Twin Otter plane last Thursday disappeared in Peru (see AVIONEWS) was finally found in the jungle of the country northeastern region. According to released information, the crash killed 13 out of... more
AirlinesBritish Airways entertainment services satisfy passengers
London, UK - Audio and video on demand
British Airways satisfies its passengers with its AVOD (Audio and Video On Demand) service offered inside plane cabins. Thanks to the new entertaining service, passengers can choose the video to watch... more
CuriositiesIt happened today... on May 28th
Rome, Italy - Voyage in the history
The events and anniversaries: Report: 1942 - World War II: In retaliation for the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, Nazis in Czechoslovakia kill over 1800 people. Report: 1964 - The Palestine Liberation... more
AirportsSardinia: a 2007 on travel
Cagliari, Italy - Air passengers increased by 3.15%
From January to April 2007, the passenger traffic reported on the Italian isle of Sardinia evidenced a remarkable increase, both in harbours and at airports. In the above mentioned four months, in fact,... more
Military aviationAVIONEWS at "Spring Flag" (4): last Thursday, the day by one of our reporters
Decimomannu, Italy - For airplanes and helicopters high operational efficiency and well 529 missions flew
After landing in Decimomannu we are welcomed by Cap. De Maio of the press office and then an important briefing on the drill. Later a short introduction by Gen. Iacomino, the salient phases of this exercise... more
ReportTwo USAF F-16s trespassed the Turkish air space
Ankara, Turkey - According to a press release by the national army
Two F-16 planes of the USAF (US Air Force) trespassed the Turkish air space, this according to a press release yesterday published on the Turkish Army Website. The case seems even more serious when... more
CuriositiesIt happened today... on May 27th
Rome, Italy - Voyage in the history
The events and anniversaries: Civil Aviation: 1919 - The NC-4 aircraft arrives in Lisbon after completing the first transatlantic flight. Report: 1941 - World War II: The German battleship "Bismarck"... more
CuriositiesIt happened today... on May 26th
Rome, Italy - Voyage in the history
The events and anniversaries: Report: 1879 - Russia and the United Kingdom sign the Treaty of Gandamak establishing an Afghan state. Report: 1940 - World War II: Battle of Dunkirk – In France, Allied f... more
Military aviationRussia has shown the new Sukhoi Su-32 fighter-bomb
Minsk, Bielorussia - It is the exportable version of Su-34
Russia has shown the new Sukhoi Su-32 fighter-bomb, the exportable version of Su-34 aircraft developed for Russia Air Force, during the "MILEX 2007", the 4th international exhibition of arms and military... more
Military aviationEurocopter EC-635 performed its first flight for Swiss Air Force (2)
Zurig, Switzerland - It's one of the most versatile helicopter in the world
The first EC-635 destined for the Swiss Air Force successfully performed its maiden flight at Eurocopter’s Donauwörth facility on May 23. Certified in 2001, the EC635 is the military version of th... more
AirlinesMore routes between Italy and Canada
Montreal, Canada - Thanks by Air Canada and Air Transat
Notable increase for touristic market between Italy and Canada. Air Canada has expanded its non- stop flight Rome-Montreal that will become daily starting from 1 June until 30 September. Two countries... more
Military aviationAVIONEWS at "Spring Flag" (3): the aim is to train personnel to manage air operations
Decimomannu, Italy - Also outside the national borders
The scene that sees protagonist the forces in the field is totally analogous to a real situation; three levels exist of Command and control, the Comando delle Forze aeree, responsible of the air missions,... more
AirlinesRyanair launches Treviso-Stoccolma
Shannon, Irland - More than 12,000 bookings in 5 weeks
Inaugurated new route Treviso-Stoccolma, the twelfth for the Italian airport. The flight has recorded in 5 weeks more than 12 bookings according the data given by Marketing Board of low-cost Irish carrier... more
AccidentsA hunter finds a plane on Mount Cameroon
Douala, Cameroon - The aircraft resulted lost from 3 months
Three months after it disappeared, a hunter in Cameroon has discovered the wreckage of a South African six-seater aircraft and two charred bodies on Mount Cameroon. According to a source, the Cameroon... more
Fair and shows“Giornata Azzurra 2007”: the aircraft on display
Rome, Italy - Next May 27th in Pratica di Mare
On occasion of the extraordinary "Giornata Azzurra 2007” event, scheduled for next May 27th in Pratica di Mare (see AVIONEWS 1, 2 and 3), the following aircraft will be on display: A-109 (Italy) A-109 P... more
Military aviationAVIONEWS at "Spring Flag" (2): the trims and units that have participated
Decimomannu, Italy - Awaited the Hungarian Gripen, the real "Star" of this edition
For Italy all the trims of this following units have participated: 9^ Brigata aerea of Pratica di Mare with a B-707 aircraft and HH-3F helicopters; 46^ Brigata aerea Pisa with C-130J aircraft; 4° Wing... more
Military aviationAVIONEWS at "Spring Flag": the drill ends today
Decimomannu, Italy - An annual international interforce event organized and performed by Italian Air Force
Today, on May 25, 2007 the most important annual interforce exercise ends, organized and performed by Italian Air Force (AMI); this event is planned and operated by COFA (Comando operativo Forze aeree)... more
AccidentsDisappeared a plane with 20 people on board
Lima, Peru - Probably a tragic crash caused by the bad weather
Yesterday, at 05:45 p.m. local time, a plane disappeared in the jungle of the Peru northeastern region, with 3 crewmembers and 17 civilian passengers on board. The Twin Otter, this the model of the... more
AirportsThe Lazio regional court examined the appeal by AdR
Rome, Italy - Against the city plan approved in 1999
The recourse had in July 2006 by Aeroporti di Roma (AdR), the managing company of Rome airports, against the approved suitability for building of Alitalia territories located near the Rome-Fiumicino airport... more
Airlines"Alitalia is worthless" says Air France President
Paris, France - But French carrier doesn't slam its doors
Air France does not slam its doors in Alitalia and Iberia's faces. This emerges for the President of French carrier, Jean-Cyril Spinetta, that want not confirm any official move of the company. "Air... more
AirlinesBritish Airways: only business class for the flights to US
London, United Kingdom - The idea in consideration after US-UE agreement
Reuters has reported that British Airways could be flying all business class services between the US and continental Europe, according to its chief executive, Willie Walsh. As the "Open skies" agreement... more
Civil aviationThe US FAA against the increase of flight delays
Washington, USA - 142,000 the delays on the current year
During this week, the US FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) expressed its worries about the many delays registered by the US flights operations, stressing the the 2007 Summer operations could evidence... more
IndustryATR: Philippines’ Cebu Pacific orders up to 14 brand new ATR-72/500 aircraft
Toulouse, France - Aer Arann takes delivery of its ATR-72/500
Philippine-based low-fare carrier Cebu Pacific and ATR announced in Manila the signature of a contract for the purchase of 6 ATR-72/500s plus options for 8 additional aircraft. This major contract is valued... more
AirportsAdR: Gemina and Macquarie reach the understanding on the mediator
Rome, Italy - Tha name is not made known yet
The name of the mediator is not made known yet, but today Gemina and Macquarie have reached an understanding on the mediator for Aeroporti di Roma. A no-go situation was determined because of the loss... more
Fair and showsAnnual meeting of AOPA-Italy members at Carpi airport
Modena, Italy - Next June 2nd
On Saturday, June 2nd, the airport of Carpi, in province of Modena, Italy, is hosting from 11:00 a.m. the annual meeting of AOPA-Italy members (Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association). The event will... more
IndustryATR signs partnership for students maintenance training
Toulouse, France - The first students will arrive in France next July
ATR signed a partnership with the Aeronautical & Space Institute of Toulouse, and the Council and the Aerospace School of Blagnac (near Toulouse) to set up an educational programme in France aimed at training... more
Curiosities"Blair Force One": new air travel service for British Government representatives
London, United Kingdom - To replace the 32nd Squadron of RAF
Until now, the UK Royal family or Government representatives used to travel using air services provided by the 32nd Squadron of RAF (Royal Air Force), adjusting then diplomatic missions to military duties... more
AirportsBerlin-Tempelhof International Airport could live through the announced closing
Berlin, Germany - Ronald Lauder likely responsible for an important offer
The Berlin-Tempelhof International Airport, known as the hub selected by Hitler to become the symbol of the Nazi power in Germany, could live through the announced closing expected for October 2008. According... more
AirportsAeradria: first flight coming from Prague by SkyEurope
Rimini, Italy - After Austria and Poland
"The Federico Fellini, Rimini's airport, has inaugurated yesterday, on Thursday May 24, the first flight coming from Prague (Czech Republic). After Austria (Vienna, last April 5) and Poland (Krakow, April... more
Fair and shows"AeroExpo 2007" (2): Embraer exhibits Executive jets
Toluca, Mexico - The Legacy 600 and the full-scale mock-up of the Phenom 300 are on display
On occasion of the sixth edition of "AeroExpo 2007", Embraer is allowing visitors to experience the premium comfort, space and luxury of the full-scale mock-up of the company’s Phenom 300, as well as t... more
Fair and shows"AeroExpo 2007"
Toluca, Mexico - From yesterday to May 26th
The Toluca international airport, Mexico, is hosting from yesterday and until May 26th the 6th edition of the International Aviation Trade Show and Convention "AeroExpo 2007". The event hosts a static... more
AirlinesDelta Air Lines orders 14 Bombardier CRJ-900s
Toronto, Canada - For an approximative value of USD 511 million
Delta Air Lines has signed a contract with Bombardier Aerospace for the purchase of 14 CRJ-900 regional jets, for an approximative value of USD 511 million on list price. Another important success for... more
HelicoptersAgustaWestland: CCTV orders a CA-109 Power helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - It will enter service in early 2008
AgustaWestland announced CCTV of China has signed a contract for a CA-109 Power helicopter for electronic news gathering and aerial filming operations in Beijing. The aircraft, which will be delivered... more
SecurityFAA AD on Airbus model A-300/600 series airplanes (2007-10-10)
Washington, Usa - To prevent the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: May 23, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 99)] [Page 28827-28830] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal... more
AirportsSuspended the aerodrome licence of the City of Derry Airport
Derry, Ireland - Announcement by CAA
The UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) today announced that, following an inspection, the City of Derry Airport is subjected to a suspension of the aerodrome licence released for hubs meeting the security... more
IndustryIlyushin Finance Co. to export 40% of Russia-built aircraft in next three years
Voronezh , Russia - It has 38% of United Aircraft Building Corporation
Ilyushin Finance Co. (IFC) plans to export at least 40% of Russian-made aircraft in next three years, the company CEO Alexander Rubtsov said. Alexander Rubtsov said Russia's major aircraft leasing... more
AirportsSOGEAAL blaming the airport conditions and the lack of intervention by the Italian Minister of Transports
Alghero, Italy - The objective is to wholly control the hub
Franco Simula, a member of the board of directors of SOGEAAL, the managing society of the Alghero-Fertilia airport, Sardinia, released brief and effective declarations on the hub current conditions. Simula... more
AirlinesClub Air returns to fly in the Italian skies
Verona, Italy - A new management to restart better than before
By June 1st, Italian carrier Club Air returns to fly after that last December, ENAC - Italian Civil Aviation Agency suspended the license to the Italian carrier because of the persisting financial crisis... more