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ReportAirbus' facilities in Germany could be a theaters of strikes
Hamburg, Germany - A-320 final assembly capacity at risk
After nearly a year of negotiations between the parties, representatives of the Airbus management and German unions continue to talk as today they have met to discuss the future of workers. Following the... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma. Aer Lingus: new flights to Irelnad
Rome, Italy - "Leonardo da Vinci" greets the arrival of the Autumn season with important news
The airport of Rome-Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" greets the arrival of the autumn season with important news about Aer Lingus and the launch of new flights towards Ireland. The low-fare carrier, set... more
SecurityRussia reveals the fact that a Chinese citizen accused of espionage has been arrested
Moscow, Russia - Reported today by the Russian FSB
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) today reported an event that happened about a year ago involving a Chinese citizen who is now accused of espionage and has been arrested by Russian authorities.... more
DefenseThe Russia delay the first tests on the new S-500 defense system
Moscow, Russia - They will begin in 2015
The Russian local press reported today the news that the new air defense system S-500 would be ready to be tested in no less than two years, later than the previous forecast according to which the system... more
AirlinesAir Arabia receives fourth A-320 aircraft
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - Another two aircraft expected for the end of the year
The UAE airline Air Arabia announced that it has received the fourth A-320 aircraft which makes part of an order signed with Airbus in 2007, providing the delivery of 44 airplanes. According to the carrier,... more
Civil aviationHong Kong acquires two Challenger 605 aircraft
Montreal, Canada - For the Government Flying Service
The Canadian manufacturer Bombardier announced that it has received an order for the construction of two Challenger 605 aircraft for the government of Hong Kong; the airplanes will be manufactured at the... more
Military aviationUkraine announced the arrival of three AN-70 aircraft
Kiev, Ukraine - Reported by the defense minister
Ukrainian defense minister Mikhaylo Yezhel reported that "In the near future", Ukraine will receive three medium-range military transport aircraft Antonov 70; during today's press conference, the minister... more
AirportsSaab WAM system has been chosen for the Edinburgh airport
East Syracuse, USA - The reasons being its efficiency and low maintenance costs
NATS, the air navigation service provider for the major British airports, announced that it has chosen the new system WAM Saab for the Edinburgh Airport. The Wide Area Multilaterational system was developed... more
AirportsItaly: the Tuscany Region announced its interest in acquiring Aeroporti di Firenze shares
Florence, Italy - It is not a favourable moment for shareholders to sell though
The decision of the region of Tuscany to purchase part of the share-capital of ADF (Aeroporti di Firenze -management company of the airport in Florence-Peretola) seems to be more concrete: Governor Enrico... more
SecurityFAA AD on The Boeing Company model 737/600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes (2011-18-10)
Washington, Usa - To prevent increased structural loads on the aft engine mount, which could result in failure of the aft engine mount and consequent separation of the engine from the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 191 (Monday, October 3, 2011)] [Pages 61033-61036] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal... more
SecurityFAA AD on Gulfstream Aerospace LP model Galaxy and Gulfstream 200 airplanes (2011-20-04)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 191 (Monday, October 3, 2011)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 61036-61038] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR... more
SecurityFAA AD on Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 model turboprop engines (2011-18-51R1)
Washington, Usa - To correct the unsafe condition on the products
[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 192 (Tuesday, October 4, 2011)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 61255-61257] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR... more
PeopleAVIONEWS interviews Paolo César de Souza e Silva president Embraer Commercial Aviation (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - During the "ERA 2011" convention held in Rome
As part of the annual conference "ERA" ("European Regional Airlines") which was held in Rome between September 28 and 30, AVIONEWS interviewed Paolo César de Souza e Silva, president of the Brazilian... more
HelicoptersBell Helicopter chooses CPI for the AH-1Z helicopter
Edgewood, USA - Contract valued 1,4 million dollars has been signed
CPI Aerostructures, a US industry that specialises in the production of structural parts for aircraft, announced that it has been selected by Bell Helicopter for the construction of military parts of the... more
Government actsItalian parliamentary question on "Closure of the Alenia Roman branches"
Rome, Italy - Presented by honourable Barbara Saltamartini (PdL)
"Addressed to the minister of economy and finance, the minister of infrastructure and transports, the minister of economic development. - To know - given that: on major national newspapers dated September... more
HelicoptersVietnam’s SSFC orders a third Eurocopter EC-225 helicopter
Singapore, Singapore - For off-shore oil and gas operations
The Southern Service Flight Company (SSFC) of Vietnam has signed a contract with Eurocopter South East Asia for a third EC-225 helicopter, with an option for another, to be added to its fleet for off-shore... more
Fair and showsItaly. Hot air balloons in the Campania region: two appointments within a few kilometres
Paestum, Italy - For worldwide enthusiasts
As from today till October 9th, one of the most important events for southern Italy enthusiasts of hot air balloons as well as those international, will be held in Campania. Apart from Italian participants,... more
Fair and showsThe air shows and exhibitions in the next week-end
Rome, Italy - From Saturday 8 to Sunday 9
Saturday 08 - "AAAA Auster Rally". Temora Airport, Temora, New South Wales, Australia. + 61 (0)439 154 202 www.antique-aeroplane.com.au. Sunday 09 - "AAAA Auster Rally". Temora Airport, Temora,... more
UAS-DronesIsrael celebrated the 40th anniversary of the UAS' entry into service
Palmachin, Israel - Systems are exported worldwide
In the beginning of October Israel celebrated the 40th anniversary of the entry into service of the military UAS -Unmanned aerial system, remote-controlled systems-, a moment that marked the history of... more
HelicoptersAustralia: precautionary suspension of CH-47D Chinook helicopter flying operations
Canberra, Australia - It includes two aircraft out of five, deployed to Afghanistan in support of ISAF operations
Australian Army has temporarily suspended flying operations for the CH-47D Chinook helicopter upon identifying possible issues relating to the operation of the aircraft’s Advanced Flight Control System (... more
Press releaseAlitalia: the equal conciliation is now also available on-line
Rome, Italy - A quick and effective alternative to traditional ways
"It's possible to access the equal mediation of Alitalia directly on-line at www.alitalia.it. Connecting with website www.alitalia.it, section travel/passengers' rights, the passenger can complete the... more
Civil aviationAgreement between Indonesian Aerospace and Airbus Military renewed
New Delhi, India - Programmed for the next ten years
Airbus Military has just announced that it has signed a ten year contract with Indonesian Aerospace, based on a strategic partnership agreement signed last July, thus renewing cooperation between them... more
IndustryLM: F-35B airplane completes successful initial shipboard vertical landing aboard USS WASP (VIDEO)
Fort Worth, Usa - A milestone more remarkable naval aviation history
The Navy and Marine Corps Team made more remarkable naval aviation history today as the F-35B Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) test aircraft BF-2 landed safely on USS Wasp’s (LHD-1) flight deck, the first a... more
Civil aviationIATA calls for harmonization, vigilance and cost
Amsterdam, Holland - To secure the future of the aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments and other aviation stakeholders to join airlines in a partnership to improve aviation security and the experience of both travellers... more
PeopleAVIONEWS interviews Jacques Desclaux, CEO and Chairman of PowerJet (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - During the "ERA 2011" general assembly held in Rome
As part of the annual conference of "ERA" ("European Regional Airlines") which was held in Rome between September 28 to 30, AVIONEWS interviewed Jacques Desclaux, CEO and president of PowerJet, a company... more
AirlinesAlitalia: Tripoli sales offices re-opened as from 2 October
Rome, Italy - As from 2 November the airline will re-activate connections with Libyan capital city
From October 2, Alitalia reopened its sales offices in Tripoli and re-activated the Libyan Customer Centre on the number 021-3350299. The company will reopen air links between Rome and Tripoli from... more
Government actsItalian parliamentary question on Lavitola's use of statal flights and his role in diplomatic missions of Frattini and Berlusconi
Rome, Italy - Presented by Honourable Leoluca Orlando (IdV)
"Addressed to the president of the council of ministers. - To know - given that: thanks to the comparison of photos, the presence of Valter Lavitola (former editor of 'L'Avanti') and that of a large... more
Science and technologyEurocopter: first flight of a hybrid helicopter combining an internal combustion engine and an electric motor
Marignane, France - A world prèmiere that marks a new step into the program of the innovation by the industry
Eurocopter, the French-German-Spain Group (EADS division) unveiled today that has successfully tested a hybrid helicopter that combines a turboshaft internal combustion engine with an electric motor for... more
AirportsAutogrill extends its concession at Las Vegas International Airport
Milan, Italy - 45 points of sale to be operated in Terminals 1 and 3
Through its American subsidiary HMSHost, Autogrill Group has renewed in advance its food & beverage concession at Las Vegas International Airport for a further ten years. The extension brings the original... more
DefenseFincantieri: UAE Navy signs a new contract
Dubai, UAE - The industry has already been working with the local Armed Force for three years
Fincantieri, on the occasion of the visit of the Minister of Economic Development - Paolo Romani - to the United Arab Emirates, has signed a new contract within the framework of the program currently in... more
UAS-DronesItaly. Three UAV aircraft fly simultaneously on Piedmont
Turin, Italy - To monitor the territory as part of the "Smat F1" project
For the first time in Europe, last Friday September 30 in Piedmont (Italy) an exercise involving three UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle - remote-controlled aircraft) was held. These airplanes, equipped with... more
IndustryItaly. Alenia: who are and what will become of the future of the 130 employees chosen to be transferred from Via Campania to Rome?
Rome, Italy - What advantages will the creation of the Roman branch, supported by everyone to remain operative, bring?
Confirmation by the CEO of Alenia Aeronautica, Giuseppe Giordo, that the Roman office is to be closed, has triggered reactions at a regional level, who are protesting and asking for the decision to be... more
ReportGerman ministry flies on State aircraft for private reasons
Berlin, Germany - Uproar caused among politicians
Also in other European Countries sometimes they use State aircraft for personal commitments, as happened to the German minister for education and research Annette Schavan, who on last March, 29 would be... more
PeoplePaul Whelan is the new CEO of Sogeap
Parma, Italy - The manager already knows the "Verdi"
The board of directors of Sogeap -the society that manages the airport of Parma- yesterday appointed Paul Whelan new CEO of the society; the English manager was chosen by the majority shareholder the Austrian... more
OccurrencesSudan Airways aircraft forced to make an emergency landing
Khartoum, Sudan - For a wheel problem
The authorities in Sudan have reported that yesterday a failure involving an aircraft Fokker 50 registration ST-ASD operated by the flag company Sudan Airways forced the pilot to abort the flight SD-312... more
AirportsWhat is happening at the Roman airport "Leonardo da Vinci"?
Rome, Italy - Could the reason behind Maleci's replacement be his lack of support to the airport's recovery plan?
The replacement of Giulio Maleci, former CEO of Aeroporti di Roma (company that manages the airport of Rome) with Carlo Bertazzo, executive vice-president for three months, has triggered a flurry of rumors,... more
AirportsAeroporti di Roma inaugurates "The Genio di Leonardo"
Rome, Italy - The celebrations for the 50 years of the activity of the international airport in Rome-Fiumicino
"As the agorà was the centre of the polis, the large open spaces that break the thick urban fabric and lighten the heart of those passing by have always represented the privileged venue of interpersonal... more
Civil aviationIATA: slowing passenger demand and freight markets in August
Geneva, Switzerland - Announced traffic results
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced traffic results for August. While passenger demand was up 4.5% over the previous August, this represents a significant slowing from the 6.0%... more
AerospaceAnalysts criticize US space program suspension
Washington, USA - Also Neil Armstrong among detractors
The decision took by US President Barack Obama last June to cancel the Constellation program -which aim is to return by 2020 other cosmonauts to the Moon- and his request to NASA to develop projects to... more
ReportAround 5000 ground-air missiles disappear from Libya
Benghazi, Libya - But according to estimates these could be more
It seems that more than 5000 ground-air missiles, which could even reach 10,000 according to the NATO military committee, disappeared from the arsenal of Colonel Gheddafi, which consisted of nearly 20,000... more
Sport aviationItaly. Paragliding and hang-gliders flying in Lombardy and Veneto
Turin, Italy - Events concerning competitions and rallies
Various hang gliding and paragliding events have been scheduled in Lombardy and Veneto. These rallies and competitions, effected on mid-distances considering that the climate in autumn does not allow flights... more
AerospaceMexico announced launch of another communication satellite
Evry, France - The Mexsat-3
Mexican Communications and the Mexican ministry of transport have announced that in June it has been signed a contract with the space transportation company Arianespace for the launch, in 2012, of the... more
OccurrencesItalian ANSV: serious occurrence this morning on an ATR-72 aircraft in Florence
Rome, Italy - Agency sends inspector
"The Italian air safety board (ANSV) announced that it has initiated a safety investigation on this morning's grave event that took place at the airport of Florence-Peretola, where, one minute after takeoff,... more
AerospaceRussia successfully launched GLONASS navigation system's satellite
Moscow, Russia - With a Soyuz-2 rocket
Another satellite of GLONASS navigation system has been successfully launched in the early hours of today from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, 800 km north of Moscow: the Russian authorities and the space agency... more
Government actsEuropean Parliament: question on Alenia Aeronautica, transfer Pomigliano's employees and disbursement community funds
Brussels, Belgium - By Crescenzio Rivellini (PPE)
"Question for written answer E-008693/2011 to the Commission Rule 117 Crescenzio Rivellini (PPE) Subject: Alenia Aeronautica On 16 September 2011, a plan to merge Alenia-Aeronautica with Alenia-Aermacchi... more
AirlinesAVIONEWS interviews deputy director general of ERA Simon McNamara (VIDEO)
Rome, Italy - During the assembly being held in Rome
During the annual European regional airlines assembly held in Rome between September 28 till 30, AVIONEWS interviewed Simon McNamara, deputy director general of the association, founded in 1980, which... more
DefenseAircraft carriers, naval aircraft and austerity
Rome, Italy - The project F-35 Lightning II is dying, the Harrier in retirement: what will Italy embark on the "Garibaldi" and on the "Conte di Cavour"?
In recent weeks several media reported the withdrawal from the Libyan-Mediterranean war theater of the aircraft carrier "Garibaldi" (displacement of 13,000 tons, daily expense of 135,000 euros), which... more
AccidentsCasa 212 aircraft accident: no survivors
Jakarta, Indonesia - Wreckage found after 2 days
Yesterday's official announcement by the Indonesian authorities reported that rescue teams managed to reach the wreck of the Casa 212 aircraft operated by Nusantara Buana Air after 2 days; it had crashed... more
AccidentsMilitary helicopter crashes in Philippines, 3 dead
Manila, Philippines - Co-pilot survived
Philippine authorities announced an incident that happened last Saturday in the province of Sulu, an island in southern Philippines, involving a military helicopter UH-1H; according to the accident's reconstruction,... more
AirlinesLufthansa inaugurates flight from Bergamo to Frankfurt
Bergamo, Italy - Malpensa airport deceived
After saying goodbye to the Milan-Malpensa airport and the sale of Lufthansa Italia (see AVIONEWS), a further announcement is expected from the German company; another decision that will highly impact... more