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AirlinesEtihad Airways expands code-share with Belavia
Abu Dhabi, UAE - To offer daily Abu Dhabi – Kiev service
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its code-share partnership with Belavia-Belarusian Airlines, to offer travellers a daily service between Abu Dhabi and Kiev,... more
IndustryBoeing delivers Nok Air's first direct-purchased Next-Generation B-737/800 airplane
Seattle, USA - First of seven aircraft on order for airline
Boeing and Nok Air celebrated the airline's first direct-purchased Next-Generation B-737/800 airplane. The delivery marks the first of seven Next-Generation B-737/800 airplanes the airline has on order... more
Civil aviationBoeing sees demand in China for 6,330 airplanes valued at nearly $1 trillion
Beijing, China - Chinese fleet will almost triple by 2034; low-cost carriers are key drivers of soaring airplane demand
Boeing, China's leading provider of commercial airplanes, today projected a demand in the country for 6,330 new airplanes over the next 20 years. The industry released its annual China Current Market Outlook... more
UAS-DronesAircraft. Full success for the "Neuron" flight test campaign at Decimomannu Italian Air Force base
Rome, Italy - 12 highly sensitive sorties to verify the characteristics of radar-cross section and infrared signature for the European experimental drone
The flight test campaign in Italy of the Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle "Neuron" has been successfully concluded with the achievement of all established goals, thus allowing an important step forward for... more
AirlinesEstonian Air carried 62,559 passengers in June
Tallinn, Estonia - In the first seven months it carried altogether 341,591 passengers
Estonian Air has increased its sales and market share although the aviation market as a whole is in decline and the competition is increasing. The airline carried 62 559 passengers in June, which is an... more
AirlinesFlybe starts daily route from Liverpool to Edinburgh
Liverpool, UK - As of next October; other links from "Lennon" will begin in September
Flybe, Europe’s regional airline has today announced that it will operate a new daily mid-morning service to Edinburgh from Liverpool "John Lennon Airport" (LJLA) commencing in late October. This will b... more
AirportsLondon City Airport launches new technology
Milan, Italy - For busy holiday season, but not only
London City Airport (LCY) has introduced new flight information displays (FIDs) and check-in kiosks for the holiday season. 26 brand new, state of the art, self-service check-in kiosks have been installed... more
Press releasePlanes and employment. EC proposes €1.4 million from EGF for former workers of Alitalia in Italy
Brussels, Belgium - Most of the redundancies occurred in the region of Lazio
The European Commission has proposed to provide Italy with €1.4 million from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) to help 184 former workers of Alitalia to find new jobs. Most of the redundancies o... more
HelicoptersThe Royal Thai Air Force receives four EC-725 helicopters
Bangkok, Thailandia - Delivery of first batch of four completed this month; with another two due next year
Airbus Helicopters has completed delivery of an initial four EC-725s to the Royal Thai Air Force, providing capable rotorcraft for this military service’s search and rescue and troop transport duties. The o... more
AirportsSAC (Catania Airport management company)'s mission in China: meeting predicted from August 22 to 29
Catania, Italy - Not only to promote the airport but the entire territory of the South-East of Sicily
SAC SpA (Catania airport management company) is present at the sessions of the "Meetings Italy-China" fixed in Beijing from August 22 to 29 in the context of the bilateral event organized by Casa Italiana... more
CuriositiesAirplanes and environment. The birth of the first airport entirely at power neutral (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - The Indian "Cochin International" airport, Kerala State, completely ri-converted
The international press celebrated the birth, or better the transformation in the last days, when on August 18 the premier of the Indian State of Kerala, Oommen Chandy, officially inaugurated the solar... more
Press releaseEC: managing migration and financing a safer and more secure Europe; 23 multiannual national programmes approved
Brussels, Belgium - €2.4 billion to support Member States
The European Commission has this month approved 23 multiannual national programmes under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) and the Internal Security Fund (ISF). The total funding for the... more
SecurityAirplanes. FAA proposes civil penalty against Southwest Airlines
Washington, Usa - For USD 325,000
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $325,000 civil penalty against Southwest Airlines of Dallas, Texas, for allegedly operating a B-737 airplane that w... more
DiscussionsMistral helicopter carriers: Paris and Moscow sign termination of contract. The mysterious path of compensation (VIDEOs)
Paris, France - France will sell ships to other Countries. The reimbursement liable to seizure
An agreement began well, continued in a bad manner and closed in a worse way, that one signed in 2011 between Paris and Moscow, regarding four LHD helicopter carriers amphibian assault Mistral class, two... more
MiscellaneousSummer closure: AVIONEWS wishes happy holidays
Rome, Italy - The Agency will open again next August 24
AVIONEWS communicates to its subscribers, readers and fans of social networks that it will be closed from next Monday, August 10 to Sunday August 23, for Summer holidays. The Agency will open again... more
UAS-DronesEASA launched a public consultation on new rules for drone aircraft in Europe ("Specials" by AVIONEWS)
Cologne, Germany - Deadline for comments end of September
EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) launched a public consultation on the introduction of an European regulatory framework for drone aircraft and concrete proposals for the regulation of low risk drones... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and transport. IATA: passenger demand remains strong
Geneva, Switzerland - International and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results (revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) for June showing a 5.7% increase in demand compared to June 2014. This... more
DiscussionsMissing Malaysian airplane: other pieces found in La Reunion. But are they or not of the MH370 flight? Prudence by specialists (VIDEOs)
La Reunion, France - Also the declarations by the Malaysian Premier and by Transport Minister are opposed
The international press underlines the confirmation that the aircraft parts found on a beach of the French isle of La Reunion belong to the Malaysian Airlines flight, disappeared on March 8, 2014 with... more
IndustryAirbus: IAG orders 31 widebody and single aisle aircraft
Toulouse, France - A-350XWB (eight), A-330 (three), A-320neo (20) for the group
International Airlines Group (IAG) has signed a firm order for 31 Airbus aircraft, which includes 11 wide-body aircraft (eight A-350/900s, three A-330/200s) and 20 A-320neos. The A-350s and A-330s are... more
UAS-DronesERA: "Drone aircraft a significant threat to European airspace"
London, UK - The Authorities and the industries face together and as soon as possible the matter
The increasing use of RPAS/drones (remotely piloted aircraft systems) is threatening the safety of European airspace and needs better regulation and control. Simon McNamara, director general of the... more
Civil aviationOslo Lufthavn AS: "Connecting Norway" to start September 1st
Oslo, Norway - In June 2014, the Norwegian Government decided to introduce "Simplified transfer" at Oslo Airport.
In June 2014, the Norwegian Government decided to introduce "Simplified transfer" at Oslo Airport. The pilot scheme will take effect on September 1st under the new name "Connecting Norway", but will initially... more
IndustryAirplanes. Airbus welcomes Transaero as a new operator
Toulouse, France - As part of a contract with a leasing company
Transaero Airlines, Russia’s second largest airline, took delivery of its first A-321 aircraft. The festive ceremony was held in Vnukovo international airport (Moscow) on the arrival of the A-321 w... more
SecurityAirplanes. FAA: wildlife strike reporting continues to increase ("Specials" by AVIONEWS)
Washington, USA - According to a new document by an expert
Wildlife strike reporting for both commercial and general aviation airports continues to increase, according to a new report by renowned wildlife expert Dr. Richard A. Dolbeer. At the request of the Federal... more
CuriositiesAirplanes and stress. British Airways develops an anti-panic program to face the flight with calm (VIDEO)
Milan, Italy - The plan is divided in three phases
Founder of the Mindfulness Institute Mark Coleman in his role as mindfulness consultant has been leading meditation retreats worldwide since 1997 and is a senior teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center... more
AirportsAirplanes and transport. Aci Europe: EU airport traffic growth more than double non EU rate during H1 ("Specials" by AVIONEWS)
Brussels, Belgium - From January to end June this year, passenger traffic at Europe’s airport grew by +4.5%
European airport trade body, ACI EUROPE today released its traffic report for June, Q2 and H1 2014. The report is the only air transport report which includes all types of civil aviation passenger flights:... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and strikes (2). Greek ATC action completely unjustified, says ERA
London, UK - GATCA is striking in a bid to drive reform of Greece’s air navigation system
Holidaymakers, businesses and airlines are, again, suffering at the hands of Europe’s ATC network thanks to today’s four-hour stoppage by the Greek Air Traffic Controllers Association (GATCA). GATCA is... more
Fair and showsIndia seeks world markets at "DSEI"
London, UK - The event will take place in London from 15-18 September
Indian defence and security capabilities will once again be on display at "Defence & Security Equipment International" ("DSEI"), which is being staged at ExCeL, London from 15-18 September. To date a total... more
IndustryCALC delivered third ECA financed A-320 airplane to Air India
Hong Kong, China - The first two deliveries were completed respectively on 3 February and 9 July 2015
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited, the largest independent operating aircraft lessor in China, announced the third delivery of a new A-320 aircraft to Air India Ltd. The aircraft was delivered... more
Civil aviationAircraft and strikes. Greek Air Traffic Controllers: a 4hr work stoppage today
Athens, Greece - Other two protests as of August 14, on the eve of the busiest travel week-end of the month in Greece
Greece’s air traffic controllers announced a work stoppage on August 5 between 2pm and 6pm. The Greek Air Traffic Controllers Association (EEEKE) is calling on the government to take the necessary l... more
IndustryERJ-145 aircraft lease extensions arranged with new owner of Aerodynamics, Inc (ADI)
London, UK - For two ERJ-145 EP' airplanes, serial numbers 145169 and 145185
On behalf of Swedish investment firm Cymus Holding AB, Skyworld Aviation has arranged the lease extensions relating to two ERJ-145 EP' airplanes, serial numbers 145169 and 145185, operating with Aerodynamics,... more
AerospaceFamed Moonwalker Buzz Aldrin to attend world's largest space conference in Jerusalem
Paris, France - "Second Man on the Moon" to join in International Astronautical Congress in October 2015
NASA astronaut Buzz Aldrin will visit Israel for the first time to participate in the International Astronautical Congress hosted by the Israel Space Agency set to take place October 12-16th 2015. His... more
CargoAircraft and freight. IATA: slowdown continues in June
Geneva, Switzerland - Several regions in decline
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing a slowdown in growth for air cargo demand in June. Air freight volumes measured in freight tonne... more
CargoPlanes and cargo. The prices battle begin? Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo create a new list
Frankfurt, Germany - It will be introduced as of Winter schedule 2015/16
Seen the weakness of the freight air transport markets, now the battle of the prices begins (see for details AVIONEWS). Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo, according to a note issued today, are adapting... more
Finance and economyAirplanes and helicopters. Finmeccanica: documentation relating to mergers and spin-off available to the public
Rome, Italy - The annual reports for the last three financial years of the companies involved in the operations are furthermore available at the Company’s headquarters
Finmeccanica advises that, pursuant to Article 70 of Consob “Issuers’ Regulation”, the documentation relating to the merger by incorporation of OTO Melara SpA and Whitehead Sistemi Subacquei SpA into... more
ConferencesAircraft and events. Sesar at "Aerodays 2015"
London, UK - Aviation in Europe-Innovating for Growth (20-23 October, London, UK)
"Aerodays", the 7th European Aeronautics Days, is the European flagship event in aviation research and innovation, which takes place once, during each EU Research Framework Programme. Designed to present... more
SecurityUPS airplane. FAA proposes a civil penalty against Buschur Racing for alleged hazardous materials violations
Washington, Usa - For USD 58,350
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $58,350 civil penalty against Buschur Racing of Wakeman, Ohio, for allegedly violating Hazardous Materials Regulations. The F... more
SecurityTwo FedEx airplanes. FAA proposes civil penalties against three companies for alleged hazardous materials biolations
Washington, Usa - From USD 54,000 to USD 63,000
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes civil penalties ranging from $54,000 to $63,000 against three companies for allegedly violating Hazardous Materials R... more
SecurityAirplanes and FAA. "Fly Safe" campaign: prevent loss of control accidents
Washington, USA - There is one fatal accident involving LOC every four days, only in the USA
"Fly Safe: Prevent Loss of Control Accidents". The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) and general aviation (GA) groups’ #Fly Safe national safety campaign aims to educate the GA community on how t... more
PeopleUnited names Gerry Laderman acting Chief Financial Officer
Chicago, USA - He succeeds John Rainey
United Airlines (UAL) today announced that Gerald (Gerry) Laderman has been named acting chief financial officer. He succeeds John Rainey, who has resigned to become chief financial officer at PayPal Holdings,... more
IndustryFinmeccanica–Selex ES: contract for MoD just-in-time spares service
Rome, Italy - Innovative service arrangement means spare parts will be delivered when needed
Finmeccanica–Selex Es has been awarded a contract worth in excess of €27M (£20M) from the UK Ministry of Defence’s Air Commodities Team to provide a spares availability service, helping the MoD save s... more
Finance and economyAircraft and carriers. Austrian Airlines achieved jump in earnings in the Second Quarter finance results
Milan, Italy - Close to five million passengers flew with the airline in the first six months of 2015
In spite of the crises in the East, Austrian Airlines generated clearly positive earnings of EUR 36 million in the second quarter of 2015. Due to the traditionally weak and loss-making first quarter, earnings... more
IndustryMitsubishi Aircraft opened Seattle Engineering Center (SEC)
Seattle, USA - To accelerate industry’s conformity activities and provide prompt flight test support
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation opened and started full operations of the Seattle Engineering Center (SEC) in Seattle, Washington, an engineering arm of its subsidiary, Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation... more
AirlinesAirplanes and balance sheet. United announced highest-ever quarterly profit
Chicago, Usa - $1.3 billion second-quarter 2015 profit excluding special items
United Airlines (UAL) reported second-quarter 2015 net income of $1.3 billion, or $3.31 per diluted share, excluding $67 million of special items. Including special items, UAL reported second-quarter net... more
Finance and economyFinmeccanica: filing of documentation Half-Year Financial Report
Rome, Italy - It is available at its headquarters, at Borsa Italiana SpA on the Company’s website
Finmeccanica advises that the Half-Year Financial Report at 30 June 2015, complete with the Independent Auditors Report on the condensed Half-Year Financial Statements, is available at the Company’s h... more
ReportIt is confirmed: the wing part found at La Reunion is of the same model of the missed Malaysian airplane
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - If it belongs to the MH370 flight it will be unveiled only after August 5
From the first analysis of the wing part, known as Flapperon, the news arrives that the code still readable impressed on the evidence is about one of B-777 airplanes, according also by the same Boeing. The... more
IndustryMyanmar National Airlines takes delivery of its first ATR-72/600 airplane
Toulouse, France - The airline had booked an order for six models in 2014
The national flag carrier Myanmar National Airlines (previously known as Myanma Airways), took delivery of its first ATR-72/600 today. The airline, which currently operates a fleet of three -72/500s, two... more
Civil aviationIran will purchase planes from Boeing and Airbus in equal quantities
Tehran, Iran - The Country would need 400-500 civilian aircraft in the next decade
Iranian officials said on Saturday that Tehran has serious plans to renovate its air fleet by purchasing planes from global brands Boeing and Airbus. “Iran will buy a total of 80-90 planes per year f... more
AccidentsCN-235 aircraft crashed in Colombia: no survivors among 11 people on board
Bogotà, Colombia - The pilot had signalled problem to an engine, but also the weather conditions weren't so good
A CN-235 aircraft with 11 people on board was involved in an accident in Las Palomas (Cesar, Colombia) last Friday, 31 July. The airplane was operated by the Colombian Air Force, who confirmed that there... more
Civil aviationEtihad Airways: Italian trainees source new opportunities through airline partnership
Abu Dhabi, UAE - 12 people to join its Engineering division
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has selected 12 Italian trainees to join its Engineering division and take part in a unique training opportunity on the fleet of... more
SecurityTwo FedEx and Dhl Express aircraft. FAA proposes civil penalties against two companies for alleged hazardous materials violations
Atlanta, Usa - USD 69,000 against Premier Nail Source of Tampa, Fla. and USD 63,000 against Nanosil of Selangor, Malaysia
The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes civil penalties of $69,000 and $63,000 against two companies for allegedly violating Hazardous Materials Regulations. In b... more