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AirportsAirports. Donetsk in Ukraine, destroyed by bombs yesterday -VIDEO
Donetsk, Ukraine - The attacks were carried out with grenades and machine guns
The airport of Donetsk in Ukrainian territory has been destroyed by the local security forces who bombed the village of Spartak and the airport, as reported by a militia source in the self-proclaimed "Republic... more
CuriositiesLiverpool Airport celebrate runway’s 50th anniversary
Liverpool, UK - Whilst the Airport itself opened in July 1933
Staff at Liverpool "John Lennon Airport" have celebrated a milestone this weekend with the 50th Anniversary of the opening of the Airport’s runway. Whilst the Airport itself opened in July 1933, the r... more
Sport aviationPerlan 2 glider aircraft: mission II continues final phase of testing in US
Minden, Usa - Preparing for move to Argentina later this year to attempt world-record breaking flights
Airbus Group CEO Tom Enders on Saturday joined the all-volunteer Airbus Perlan Mission II team in the role of co-pilot on the latest test flight of the Perlan 2 glider, the world’s first engineless aircraft d... more
UAS-DronesDrone aircraft. UAV fights dryness in Nevada
Carson City, Nevada - For the very first time an unmanned remote-controlled aircraft was able to sprinkle clouds with silver iodide
A drone aircraft for the very first time has successfully managed to sprinkle silver iodide over a cloud during its first test flight in Nevada. Yesterday the aircraft Savant, or "Sandoval silver state... more
IndustryEmbraer displays its business aircraft at "EBACE 2016"
San Josè dos Campos, Brazil - This is the first time that the mid-light Legacy 450 airplane will be displayed with its complete interior at the event
Embraer Executive Jets will promote its fully certified business jet portfolio at the 16th European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition ("EBACE"), at Geneva’s Palexpo Exhibition Center, in Switzerland, M... more
IndustryAirplanes and helicopters. Finmeccanica: after the release of first quarter results, Moretti answered to analysts' questions
Rome, Italy - Focus on crisis in the helicopter sector and on Eurofighter-Kuwait agreement
Finmeccanica first quarter results, the company is active in the fields of defense, aerospace and security, were presented yesterday and approved by the Board of Directors (see AVIONEWS) but on the stock-exchange... more
CuriositiesEmirates dedicated airplane to Benfica with a particular livery
Lisbon, Portugal - With decals of some of its players
Emirates cheered yesterday Benfica in a very special way. As the club gets closer to winning its 35th Primeira Liga Championship, a Benfica themed B-777/300ER was dispatched and greeted by the entire squad... more
Fair and showsAirplanes and helicopters. "EBACE 2016" in Geneva from 24 to 26 May
Geneva, Switzerland - The event is dedicated to the Business Aviation community
The "2016 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition" ("EBACE2016") is a premier event and the annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. Held 24 to 26 May 2016 at Geneva’s m... more
AirportsAircraft and airports. Raging fire engulf Fort McMurray International Airport -VIDEO
Alberta, Canada - All commercial flights suspended
The massive fire that erupted on May the 3rd near Fort McMurray town (Canada) doesn't seem to stop and it is spreading like wildfire also near the international airport. On 4th of May flights departing... more
SecurityUS airports and security. Soon operative new extraordinary measures
Washington, Usa - Asked to the congress the approvation of extra-funds to satisfy "Short-term critical needs"
Yesterday Jeh Johnson, secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security said that there will an implementation of airport's staff, of the number of bomb-sniffing dogs and of a rump-up of the prescreening... more
CargoAircraft and cargo transport. IATA: weak March air freight volumes point to another difficult year
Geneva, Switzerland - A 2.0% drop measures in FTKs
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released demand growth data for global air freight markets for March 2016 showing a 2.0% drop in volumes measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) compared... more
DefenseMBDA: Brimstone missile enhancements complete final operational evaluation trials
Rome, Italy - It has a record of approximately 500 firings
The Brimstone air-to-surface missile developed by MBDA has successfully undertaken challenging operational evaluation trials by the Royal Air Force (RAF) that confirm the performance of the missile’s l... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and transport. IATA: moderating demand growth in March
Geneva, Switzerland - Both in international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for March showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) rose 5.3%, compared to the... more
Science and technologyNASA, FAA demonstrate wireless communication with aircraft
Houston, Usa - Two technologies that could change airport operations worldwide
For the first time ever, a team of engineers at NASA’s Glenn Research Center conveyed aviation data --including route options and weather information-- to an airplane over a wireless communication system f... more
Finance and economyLeonardo-Finmeccanica (2): the BoD approves the results of the first quarter 2016 -Specials
Rome, Italy - New orders: amounted at EUR 2,564 million, satisfactory commercial performance achieved
Leonardo-Finmeccanica: the Board of Directors approves the results of the first quarter 2016. The highlights are: - The first quarter of 2016 confirms the Group positive commercial, economic and... more
Fair and showsWizz Air's newest A-321 first time ever at the "Budapest Airshow" -VIDEO
Budapest, Hungary - Three flights above the Danube
Wizz Air, the low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, for only the second time, took part in the airshow held in Budapest on 1 May. This year, the carrier participated with its newest A-321 airplane,... more
AirportsMIA welcomed East Africa delegation for briefing, tour of airport operation
Miami, Usa - Cargo area and to share best practices related to airport security and concessions
On April 28, Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) executives hosted a delegation of aviation professionals from East Africa for a tour of Miami International Airport’s bustling cargo area and to share b... more
Finance and economyLeonardo-Finmeccanica: effective new Company’s name and filing of documentation
Rome, Italy - Updated text of the Articles of Association has been recorded yesterday with the Rome Company Register
Notice is hereby given that the updated text of the Articles of Association, containing the new Company’s name “Leonardo-Finmeccanica–Società per azioni”, abbreviated form “Leonardo SpA” or “Finmeccanic... more
Tilt-rotorsAW-609 tilt-rotor (airplane+helicopter): third prototype closer to maiden flight following ground run
Rome, Italy - Its certification is expected in 2018
Leonardo-Finmeccanica announced yesterday that the third prototype (A/C3) of the AgustaWestland AW-609 TiltRotor (airplane+helicopter) has completed its first ground run at the company’s facilities in C... more
IndustryFinmeccanica. Moretti's audition at the Italian Chamber: with Leonardo the corporate will move to the aggregation
Rome, Italy - Industry strategies, Eurofighter 8 billion agreement and perspectives are only some of the topics discussed last Tuesday
Tuesday at 7:30pm was held an audition of Mauro Moretti, managing director and CEO of Finmeccanica, at committee productive activities of the Italian Chamber. The issues of the strategic business plan... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia adds more flights between London and Linate
Rome, Italy - To reach the heart of Milan in less than two hours
Alitalia adds more flights between London and Milan introducing a fifth daily service between London City Airport and Milan-Linate, central city airport. With the new flight, Londoners will be able to... more
PeopleJAA TO announces new Director and new Foundation Board Member
Hoofddorp, The Netherlands - They are Mário Németh and Paula Almeida
The Joint Aviation Authorities Training Organisation (JAA TO), specialist in delivering Aviation Safety Regulatory training courses, announced that the Coordinating Committee of the European Civil Aviation... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and airlines supported by State aid. ECA joins coalition for fair competition in aviation
Brussels, Belgium - The goal of the E4FC is to raise awareness for the urgent need to restore it
The European Cockpit Association (ECA), representing over 38.000 European aircraft pilots, is announcing its support for “Europeans for Fair Competition” (E4FC), a coalition, dedicated to restoring a l... more
AirportsAirplanes. English House of Commons: ministers must schedule the timetable on the expansion of Heathrow Airport
London, Great Britain - David Cameron "Wasted" another opportunity to increase a stategic hub
It's no longer possible to postpone the decision on the expansion of Heathrow Airport: this emerges today from the statements made yesterday at the transport committee of the British House of Commons,... more
UAS-DronesEASA creates task force to assess the risk of collision between drones and aircraft (planes and helicopters)
Cologne, Germany - At the end of July it will publish its results and will organise a workshop with stakeholders
The European Aviation Safety Agency announces today the creation of a task force to assess the risk of collision between drones and aircraft. The task force will: - Review all relevant occurrences including... more
Finance and economyFraport report in the 1Q2016: it starts off the year with mixed financial results
Frankfurt, Germany - Most of the Group's airports report traffic growth
In the first quarter of 2016, some 13 million passengers passed through Frankfurt Airport (FRA), representing an increase of 3.3 percent year-on-year. On the back of that growth, Fraport achieved higher... more
CargoNarita International Airport executives visit MIA to discuss cargo operations
Miami, Usa - Many topics discussed
Representatives from Narita (Tokyo) International Airport met with Miami-Dade Aviation Department officials at Miami International Airport on April 28 to learn about the massive cargo operations and redevelopment... more
AirlinesAirplanes and new routes. Emirates opens up new gateways in Midwest China
Dubai, UAE - Airline adds Yinchuan and Zhengzhou to its global network
Emirates yesterday underscored its commitment to China with the launch of a new service from Dubai to Yinchuan and Zhengzhou, two of the fastest growing cities in Midwest China. This service expands its... more
AirportsAirplanes. Autogrill enters Qatar
Milan, Italy - The Group continues to expand in the Middle East
Through HMSHost International, Autogrill is continuing to expand in Middle Eastern airports by entering Qatar, at the capital Doha’s new Hamad international airport, and extending its operations at the i... more
Military aviationAircraft and defense. Japan leases Beechcraft King Air TC-90 to Philippines
Tokyo, Japan - The historic agreement between the former rivals is part of the disputes for the control of Chinese sea
Japan will lease military aircraft to Philippines in order to deepen security ties with its former enemy and contrast the growing regional influence of Beijing. Last night's agreement was signed by a telephone... more
IndustryHelicopters. Leonardo-Finmeccanica launches world-first flat-panel surveillance radar technology
London, UK - It will be introduced into service with Norway, who have procured Osprey for their new AW-101 search and rescue fleet
Leonardo-Finmeccanica has launched Osprey, the latest addition to the company’s electronically scanning (E-scan) radar product range. Based around a flat-panel antenna design, Osprey is the world’s fir... more
Military aviationAircraft and defense. Pakistan could head back to American F-16
Islamabad, Pakistan - If United States does not donate the subsidies expected for the purchase, Pakistan will turn to China
Pakistan would be ready to buy fighter jets from another supplier if Washington does not donate subsidies expected for the purchase of its F-16 airplanes: these are the words of the prime minister of national... more
AirportsAirplanes. Bangkok International Airport, the construction of a new runway approved thanking to Article 44
Bangkok, Thailand - The regulatory allows the military junta to by-pass the environmental impact assessment
Thailand plans to invest about 83 billion dollars over the next seven years to build new railways, roads and customs checkpoint in order to remove bottlenecks that are an obstacle to commercial exports.... more
AirportsMiami-Dade leaders strengthen ties with Chinese airlines
Miami, Usa - During Business development mission
Miami-Dade County Commissioner José “Pepe” Diaz and Miami-Dade Deputy Aviation Director Ken Pyatt led a business development mission on April 11-23 to mainland China and the Republic of China (Taiwan), whic... more
IndustryThe ATR-72/600 airplane took off to North America in a demo tour
Toulouse, France - With stops in Toronto, Chicago, White Plains, Hyannis, Washington, Charlotte, Dallas, Seattle and Cincinnati
An ATR-72/600 turboprop aircraft will embark on a demo-tour of the United States and Canada from May 2nd to May 13th. This will be the very first time the newest ATR -600 series aircraft will be flying... more
AirlinesAirplanes and airlines. What revolution would be seen in air transport if UK exited from EU?
London, Great Britain - The consequences according to a KPMG survey about the referendum scheduled for 23rd of June
The sale of cheap tobacco and drinks may be reintroduced on British flights if Brexit will be approved. The term is an abbreviation of "British Exit" and it refers to the referendum that could lead to... more
Science and technologySolar Impulse 2 aircraft landed in Phoenix
Phoenix, Usa - Flight time: 15:52 hours
Solar Impulse 2 (Si2) –the solar airplane of Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg capable of flying day and night without fuel– landed in Phoenix Goodyear Airport, Arizona, with André Borsc... more
AirportsAirplanes. Berlin-Brandenburg International Airport (BER) opened investigation on poisoned informer
Berlin, Germany - "Bild am Sonntag" revealed yesterday that the man knew too much about the management of opening plannings
The new Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) has always been at the center of many controversies because of delays in its construction. The airport was originally supposed to open in 2011, but it got stuck... more
Military aviationAirplanes and defense. United States may sell arms to Vietnam in order to deter China
Washington, Usa - Drone aircraft, long-range radar, patrol helicopters and intelligence-gathering tools among the possibilities
The secretary of the US Defense Ash Carter yesterday gave the green light to the sale of weapons to Vietnam, a former enemy who could now serve as a potential ally against China's rising. The US administration... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia's new direct flight linking Santiago and Rome took off
Rome, Italy - The new service will operate five times a week
Chile and Italy are closer yesterday thanks to Alitalia’s new direct Santiago-Rome service. "The new direct connection with Rome is an important step in supporting tourism and business between the two c... more
IndustryAircraft. B-737 MAX makes first international journey at high altitude
La Paz, Bolivia - Test validates capability at over 4000 m to take off and land
The B-737 MAX 8 airplane has marked a key achievement after completing high altitude flight testing in La Paz, Bolivia. It’s the first international service for the 737 MAX flight-test fleet. The airport’s 13,... more
AirlinesKLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced return to Miami Airport
Miami, Usa - Three weekly Amsterdam-Miami flights will begin in October 2016
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced yesterday that it will begin three weekly flights from Miami International Airport to Amsterdam, beginning on October 30, 2016. Through March 23, 2017, KLM will operate... more
AirlinesAirplanes and companies. Bombardier signs agreement with Delta Air to purchase CS-100s
Montreal, Canada - Yesterday was spread the news that marks the recovery of the Canadian corporate
Yesterday was spread the news that on Thursday the Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier signed an agreement with Delta Air for the purchase of CS-100. The corporate hopes to gain ground in the already... more
OccurrencesAirplanes and security. Kosovo, Pristina Airport closed after a Turkish Airlines flight runway excursion
Pristina, Kosovo - B-737/800 couldn't stop on landing
Last night an airplane of Turkish Airlines suffered a runway excursion on landing at Pristina Airport "Adem Jashari" in Kosovo, ending up on the grass; the airport was temporarily closed as a result of... more
Science and technologySolar Impulse 2 airplane begins United States crossing: first stop Phoenix
Mountain View, Usa - The landing at Goodyear Airport is expected this evening
Solar Impulse 2 (Si2) –the solar airplane of Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg capable of flying day and night without fuel– took off from the Moffett Airfield this morning and is e... more
CargoAirplanes. Etihad Airways to develop cargo services from Parma Airport
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Work has already begun to adapt the infrastructure for the new service to be operational from July 2016
Etihad Airways and Parma Airport have signed an agreement to develop cargo traffic at the airport of the central Italian city. The exclusive contract initially includes the establishment of a cargo transit... more
IndustryEuropean Space industry operational: agreement signed for Airbus Safran launchers JV
Amsterdam, Holland - Closing of contract expected in 2Q 2016
Airbus Group and Safran have signed an agreement for the second and final phase of their 50/50 joint-venture, Airbus Safran Launchers. Both companies will contribute to the current joint program with... more
AirportsAirports and security. Brussels-Zaventem Airport departure hall reopens about six weeks after the attacks
Brussels, Belgium - Starting from today 111 check-in will be fully operative again
With a ceremony held by the Belgian prime minister Charles Michel the departure hall of the Brussels-Zaventem Airport will be back to life again starting from today. 111 check-in desks of the hall will... more
Civil aviationSIA signs tourism Memorandum with Ministry of Tourism Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia - Both parties will now work to finalise details of the partnership in a memorandum of co-operation (MoC) that will be signed at a later date
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia have embarked on a partnership to boost foreign tourist arrivals into Indonesia, with the signing of a memorandum of understanding... more
ConferencesLombardia Aerospace Cluster: annual assembly. Local industry: export increases 4,7%
Milan, Italy - Hosted at the 39th floor of the Palazzo Lombardia in front of the Region President Maroni
"The sector of the Italian aerospace travels at different speeds between limits and opportunities; the request of the civil transport is increased of 4% in the world, military is decreasing, but for that... more