DefenseLeonardo: UK MoD announces contract for 23 AW-149 helicopters
For a £1 billion worth
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced a £1 billion contract award for new medium helicopters (NMH). Under the programme, Leonardo will build and deliver 23 latest generation AW-149s from Yeovil,... more
AirlinesAir Astana finalises order for 25 A-320neo aircraft
On the 20th anniversary since carrier started operating its first model
Air Astana Group has signed a firm order for 25 A-320neo Family aircraft, the largest ever direct order by the group. The agreement was made on the 20th anniversary since carrier started operating its... more
AirlinesAir carriers and appointments. Changes at the top of ITA Airways' flight...
Andrea Gori Dov from April 1st; Privitera deputy to Caneva, some reservations among the crews
According to internal sources, as of next April 1st Commander Andrea Gori will assume the role as Director of Flight Operations (Dov), taking over from outgoing Commander Riccardo Privitera. The latter,... more
AerospaceLeonardo BoD: 2025 preliminary results reviewed
Update on the Industrial Plan will be presented on March 12 - ATTACHMENT
The Board of Directors (BoD) of Leonardo reviewed yesterday the preliminary results for the year ended December 2025The highlights: Results above 2025 guidance • New Orders increased to € 23.8 billion (+15%... more
AirlinesIata: increasing air passengers, challenges on costs for 2026
Global capacity in expansion, strong load factor and pressures on energetic transition
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2026 global passenger demand with the following highlights:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was... more
AerospaceThales: reviewed the 2025 financial statements
The highlights; 2026 targets - ATTACHMENT
Thales’ Board of Directors met on March 2, 2026 to review the 2025 financial statements. The highlights: Order intake: €25.3 billion, matching 2024 record level (+1% on an organic basis); Sales: €22.1... more
AirlinesITA Airways at "ITB 2026" (March 3-5 in Berlin)
The airline returns for the fourth consecutive year to the event
ITA Airways returns for the fourth consecutive year to "ITB Berlin", a leading event for the global tourism industry, scheduled from today to March 5 in Messe Berlin. The event represents a key moment... more
Finance and economyLeonardo published the Board of Directors guidelines
Of the ideal size and makeup of the BoD for the next term
Leonardo's Board of Directors has approved its guidelines on the ideal size and makeup of the new Board. This decision follows the recommendations of the Corporate Governance Code and the Board's own self-assessment. The... more
AirlinesIATA opens nominations for "Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2026"
For women leader, young and team that changes the company culture
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2026 edition of the "IATA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Awards". These recognize excellence in the promotion... more
AirlinesITA Airways strike. "limited disruptions and willingness to engage in dialogue...
Thanks to proactive communication andmanagement of the approximately 21,000 passengers affected
ITA Airways announces that, with reference to today’s strike, limitedinconvenience was experienced by passengers thanks to proactive communication andmanagement of the approximately 21,000 passengers a... more
AirlinesEtihad launches expansion plan between great deliveries and new routes
Net profit 698 mln, passengers +21% and load factor 88%: focus on China and Europe
Etihad Airways today reported its strongest full-year financial and operational performance on record. Passenger numbers increased 21 per cent year-on-year to 22.4 million, positioning Etihad as the fastest... more
AirlinesEurope’s aviation sector calls for EU to continue investment in the Digital E...
45 realities of the transport ask to EU ministers to funds to the ATM modernization
The three main associations representing European airlines, airports and air navigation services providers (ANSPs) call for ministers from EU Member States meeting today to support continued co-funding... more
AerospaceAvio Usa: new solid rocket motor facility
Virginia approves incentive package
Further to the press release published on December 11, 2025 (see AVIONEWS), Avio SpA announces that Avio USA will locate its new solid rocket motor facility in Hurt, Pittsylvania County (VA). The new facility... more
Civil aviationAirbus unveils next generation helicopter concepts for NATO studies
The proposal includes two concepts
Airbus Helicopters has unveiled its next generation rotorcraft concepts to address the NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities (NGRC) study requirements. Its proposal to NATO, developed in collaboration... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space: IOD-2 satellite mission Celeste ESA left facility...
To be launched in March 2026
The first In-Orbit Demonstrator (IOD-2) satellite of ESA’s Celeste mission (formerly named LEO-PNT) has begun its journey towards launch. Last week, the satellite left the Thales Alenia Space site in L... more
AirportsAci Europe: airlines' call for Spanish airports to slash user charges by...
While still maintaining €13 billion investment plan by AENA over the period 2027-2031
ACI EUROPE strongly in the last days rebutted IATA’s call for the Spanish airport operator, AENA, to reduce its charges by 22% over the next 5 years (2027-2031) while still maintaining its €13 billion inv... more
AirlinesATR reports strong 2025 demand, prepares 2026 ramp-up
Gross order intake of 60 aircraft last year, from nine customers across nine countries
ATR, the world regional aircraft manufacturer, announced its 2025 full-year results, marked by strong commercial performance, stable revenues, and continued investment in its industrial system to support... more
Civil aviationEmbraer delivers first two A-29 Super Tucano airplanes to Uruguayan Air...
The contract, signed at the end of 2024, also includes equipment, logistics services and a flight simulator
Embraer delivered the first two A-29 Super Tucano to the Uruguayan Air Force. The aircraft are part of a program to renew the fleet and expand FAU's operational capabilities, like airspace and border protection.... more
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Civil aviationAirbus unveils next generation helicopter concepts for NATO studies
The proposal includes two concepts
Airbus Helicopters has unveiled its next generation rotorcraft concepts to address the NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities (NGRC) study requirements. Its proposal to NATO, developed in collaboration... more
AerospaceLeonardo BoD: 2025 preliminary results reviewed
Update on the Industrial Plan will be presented on March 12 - ATTACHMENT
The Board of Directors (BoD) of Leonardo reviewed yesterday the preliminary results for the year ended December 2025The highlights: Results above 2025 guidance • New Orders increased to € 23.8 billion (+15%... more
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Of the ideal size and makeup of the BoD for the next term
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For women leader, young and team that changes the company culture
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Net profit 698 mln, passengers +21% and load factor 88%: focus on China and Europe
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Will he solve the problem of delays in civil aircraft programs, including the Yakovlev MC-21 and SJ-100?
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Civil aviationFAA certifies H-125 IFR capability
Pawing the way for first deliveries in 2025
The H-125‘s single pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capability has been certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for first deliveries in 2025 from Airbus Helicopters’ ass... more
AerospaceMoon: Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander successfully landed
A suite of NASA science instruments will operate for 14 Earth days (1 lunar day)
AerospaceContract from Angola for satellite Angeo-1
As part of French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit today
