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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
AirlinesEmbraer celebrated 20 years of E-Jets service with Finnair and Norra
The Finnish carrier operated its first E-170 from Helsinki to Oslo
A special milestone marked yesterday in European aviation as Embraer, Finnair, and Nordic Regional Airlines (Norra) celebrate 20 years of E-Jets service. On October 1, 2005, Finnair operated its first... 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
AerospaceThales Alenia Space and ESA sign contract for SAGA mission
To demonstrate Europe’s first Quantum Key Distribution governmental service
The project is supported by multiple space agencies 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
AccidentsItalian ANSV: final report on B-767/300ER aircraft accident in 2023
Registration N189DN, occurred climbing after take-off from Milan-Malpensa International Airport on July 24 - ATTACHMENT
ANSV (Italian Flight Safety Board) communicated to have published a new document on its website.This one is about:final report on accident occurred to the Boeing B-767/300ER aircraft, registration marks... more
Civil aviationICAO Council: elections under Part III complete the 36 State members
They will govern for a three year term
Elections took place yesterday for PART III of the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Council at the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly (September 23-October 3 in Montreal), completing the... more
Civil aviationAirplanes. IATA: passenger demand grows last month
Regional breakdown: international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA, cargo resilience continues: demand up in August
Freight volumes increased significantly across most major trade corridors
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2025 global air cargo markets showing: • Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to Au... 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 aviation42nd ICAO Assembly: the highlights from the first week
14 States were recognized for progress toward zero fatalities in international aviation
Week one of the 42nd ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Assembly (September 23-October 3) set the stage with engaging discussions and collaborative exchanges on the future of aviation. His... 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
AerospaceTelespazio: signed LoI for the future use of the Orbital Transfer Vehicle to Lunar Orbit
To exploiting the capabilities of Communication and Navigation Services of a programme
Telespazio, a joint-venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), and ispace, inc., a global lunar exploration company, have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to initiate a technical and commercial collaboration... 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
Civil aviationICAO (3): Assembly elects new Council Member States
They will form it for a three-year term
Elections took place last Saturday for PART I and PART II of the ICAO Council at the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly (September 23-October 3 in Montreal). All elected States will form the Council for... 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
AerospaceAvio signs contract with ESA for the development of reusable upper stage technologies
The agreement, worth of EUR 40 million, has a 24-month duration
Developing advanced technologies aimed at the in-flight demonstration of a reusable upper stage: this is the strategic objective of the €40 million contract signed today by Avio and the European Space A... more
Civil aviationItaly re-elected to the ICAO Council in the first category (2): the Mit's note
For the first time in decades delegation led by a Government's representative
Italy has been re-elected to the ICAO Council's first category with 163 votes out of 184 countries, the top Nation in Europe and fourth one in the world. A result that confirms the Italian country's central... more
Civil aviationItalian ENAC: Italy confirmed on the ICAO Council with 163 votes out of 184 voters
First among European Nations and fourth one in the world
With 163 votes out of 184 voting countries, Italy has been re-elected to the first category of the ICAO Council (International Civil Aviation Organization), achieving an excellent result at the global... 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
Civil aviationItalian ENAC: its general manager Alexander D’Orsogna designated Mit representative to Eurocontrol
The appointment assigned by Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Matteo Salvini
The Director General of ENAC (Italian Civil Aviation Authority) Alexander D'Orsogna has been appointed by the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) Matteo Salvini... more
Civil aviationCy4Gate Group: contract for decision intelligence solutions
Value approximately 9.9 million Euro, duration 36 months
Cy4Gate, a national and European player in cybersecurity and cyber intelligence, has signed a contract worth € 9.9 million for a duration of 36 months with a leading foreign institutional client, for t... 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
AirlinesNorwegian Group places new order for 30 B-737 MAX aircraft
The agreement increases the order book to 80 airplanes
Boeing and Norwegian Group announced today that the airline group has placed an order for 30 B-737/8 airplanes as the airline looks to expand its service across Europe.The agreement represents the group's... more
HelicoptersThai Air Force adds two H-225 helicopters
They will be deployed on SAR and EMS missions
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for two H-225 multi-role units. These new aircraft will significantly enhance the RTAF’s capabilities in vital Search and R... 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
AirlinesTurkish Airlines orders up to 75 B-787 Dreamliner airplanes
And it commits to more 150 B-737 MAX jets, for a total of 225 aircraft
Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced a firm order for up to 75 B-787 Dreamliners, the flag carrier's largest ever Boeing widebody purchase. The deal includes 35 of the 787/9 model, 15 of the larger 787/10,... more
AirlinesWizz Air assigns a new A-321neo aircraft to Fiumicino
Starting from March 2026
Wizz Air takes another step forward in its growth story in Rome with a significant increase in frequencies from its Fiumicino base. This new investment adds nearly half a million seats per year, supported... 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
AirlinesAir Europa adds second B-737 MAX and will receive a total of four aircraft this year
Until reaching twenty units by mid-2028
Air Europa has integrated the second B-737 MAX aircraft into its fleet. The airline, the first in Spain to operate this model, thus confirms its strong commitment to innovation by advancing the renewal... 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
Fair and showsItalian AMI, Balloon Cup: second edition of the hot-air balloon race (Piacenza 26-28 September)
A three-day event packed with activities featuring aircraft displays by the PAN Frecce Tricolori and more... - VIDEO and PHOTOS
After the public success of 2024, returns to Piacenza (Emilia Romagna Region), at the San Damiano military airport, “Aeronautica militare Balloon Cup – from the hot-air balloon to the stratosphere”, a spo... more
DefenseLeonardo signs in-service contract extension for the Kuwait Air Force Eurofighter aircraft fleet
To deliver integrated Logistics Support and Training until December 2029
The Ministry of Defence of Kuwait has decided to exercise an in-service support extension option for the Kuwait Air Force’s Eurofighter aircraft fleet programme for which Leonardo acts as prime contractor. U... more
AerospaceEnac-Icao (2): Italian Authority and US FAA sign aerospace transport agreement
In the presence of Italian Deputy Minister Rixi (Mit)
The commitments of the Italian delegation at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montréal, taking place from 23 September to 3 October (see AVIONEWS), continue: yesterday a Declaration of Intent (DoI) was signed... 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