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AerospaceLeonardo: to help shape Europe's future sovereign Earth observation capability
The industry has been awarded by the ESA a fully funded contract
Leonardo has been awarded by the European Space Agency (ESA) a fully funded contract to define the architecture of the future EU Earth Observation Governmental Service (EOGS), a key capability designed... more
AirlinesAviogei strengthens its international network at GSE Expo Europe
In Lisbon, the industry reinforces contacts and prospects for electric and connected GSE
The international trade fair GSE Expo Europe (see AVIONEWS) has concluded in Lisbon (held at FIL from 15 to 17 September 2026), and the participation of Aviogei confirmed the Italian company's position... more
DefenseAviogei (2): strategic GSE for Defense and Global Aeronautical Programs
From F-35 aircraft maintenance to NATO Logistics: the Operational Value of Italian GSE
In the military and defence sector, Aviogei (specialising in the design and manufacture of airport ground support equipment, or GSE) has counted a number of institutional customers, aerospace manufacturers... more
AirlinesAviogei accelerates the electrification of Ground Support Equipment
In Lisbon, next-generation connected solutions for inclusive and safe airport handling
At the “GSE Expo Europe” international exhibition in Lisbon (at FIL, from September 15 to 17, with AVIONEWS at the event), the historic Italian manufacturer Aviogei, founded by Franco Cesarini, is focu... more
Civil aviationNBAA commends departing COO Chris Rocheleau for his strategic leadership
His new role as CEO of Airports Council International North America
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) thanked yesterday Chief Operating Officer (COO) Chris Rocheleau for his service to NBAA, as he departs for a new role as Chief Executive Officer of the... more
Civil aviationICAO, honouring the victims of 9/11 (2): a global commitment to making aviation safer
Toshiyuki Onuma, President of Council, and Juan Carlos Salazar, Secretary General
Toshiyuki Onuma, President of the ICAO Council and Juan Carlos Salazar, ICAO Secretary General, communicate in a joint statement that: "We must honour the victims of the 9/11 attacks –the 2,977 innoc... more
AirportsItalian Republic President Mattarella: statement to commemorate the 25th anniversary of air attacks on 11/9
"That day deeply touched all feelings of humanity"
The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, released the following statement: "The painful memory of the terrorist attacks on the United States on the 11th of September 2001 remains etched... more
AirportsACI EUROPE addresses key challenges in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo will host Aviation Security Committee in 2027
ACI EUROPE yesterday called for decisive policy action to safeguard the continued and sustainable development of air connectivity in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as the country progresses towards deeper integration... more
AirlinesMavi Gök expands its flight schedule to Antalya
Starting from next September 15
Starting September 15, Mavi Gök Airlines (MGA) will add six additional weekly flights to Antalya from Cologn- Bonn Airport. The airline will now also fly from Cologne/Bonn to the Turkish Mediterranean... more
AirlinesSITA launches a new border processing solution
Today, more is known about a traveler before they board a flight than at any point in history - PHOTO GALLERY
The future of border control no longer has to happen at the border. SITA today launched Border Flow Lane, a new border processing solution that turns border control from a stop-and-check process into... more
AirlinesCologne-Bonn Airport: more than 1.8 million travellers passed through it in Summer
New security checks for faster processing
More than 1.8 million passengers used Cologne-Bonn Airport for their journeys during this year’s summer holidays. The number of passengers thus exceeded the already high level of the previous year’s sum... more
Civil aviationStefano Villanti appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters
Effective today
Effective today, Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters. He brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Le... more
AirlinesFourth IATA World Sustainability Symposium in Brussels in October
As air transport faces critical decarbonization policy decisions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the fourth World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Brussels, Belgium, on 13-14 October 2026. Bringing together leaders from aviation, energy,... more
Civil aviationAircraft. IATA: passenger demand grows in July
Regional breakdown for international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2026 global passenger demand:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 0.2% compared to July 2025. Excluding... more
Civil aviationItalian ANSV: study of incidents involving passengers falling from the stairs of Ryanair-operated B-737 aircraft
The document is divided into eleven chapters and includes photographs and figures – ATTACHMENT
ANSV, the Italian Flight Safety Agency, announces that it has published a new document today on its official website.This document specifically concerns: Study on occurrences involving passengers falling... more
CargoIATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) in September
Turning expertise into improved operations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 IATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) will focus on practical ways to improve day-to-day air cargo operations through global standards,... more
AirlinesWillie Walsh took charge as Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo
He will lead the airline’s next phase of growth
IndiGo announced that Willie Walsh has assumed charge as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the airline’s next era of growth and global ambition. The carrier had announced his appointment as its n... more
Latest newsAttack on Krasnodar: drones strike a logistics hub and a childcare center
Air raids in southern Russia cause civilian casualties, leaving two children dead
On the thirty-fifth anniversary of Ukrainian independence, August 24, 2026, a drone attack in the Russian city of Krasnodar tragically resulted in the deaths of two children inside a childcare facility,... more
AirportsMotors and transport in Washington: the Freedom 250 Grand Prix gets underway
Flights halted and capital's main arteries closed as the city welcomes the major motorsport show
Washington becomes a street race circuit for the first time: the administration led by Donald Trump brings the IndyCar "Freedom 250 Grand Prix" to the US capital, a mega-event created to celebrate the... more
AirlinesA turbulent August for Ryanair: from the Thessaloniki incident to the 262-pilot lawsuit
Safety scrutiny and employment litigation intensify pressure on the carrier
The serious Thessaloniki incident has reopened technical questions surrounding the Boeing 737 NG. Meanwhile, hundreds of pilots are challenging the contractor model before a London court. Two separate... more
AirlinesITA Airways: positive EBIT in the Second Quarter and First Half of 2026
Net result mainly affected by euro-dollar exchange rate effects
With reference to certain reports published in recent days regarding ITA Airways’ economic and financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2026, the Company considers it appropriate to p... more
AirlinesFiumicino, €9 Billion Plan: new runway by 2033
AdR focuses on capacity, renewal and accessibility to support the airport’s growth
A total investment of €9 billion, entirely without public funding, to strengthen the capacity of the “Leonardo da Vinci” airport and upgrade its facilities: this is the sustainable development programme outli... more
AirlinesITA Airways launches Self-Supply Fuel Procurement Model at its Fiumicino Hub
The airline becomes the first in Italy to take on the role of "Fuel Trader"
ITA Airways today announced the launch of its new Self-Supply fuel procurement model at its Rome-Fiumicino hub, marking a strategic transformation in the management of its Jet Fuel supply chain — the f... more
Civil aviationEnstrom delivers new 480B helicopter to Safomar Aviation
Strengthening longstanding African partnership
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) has delivered a new 480B turbine helicopter to Safomar Aviation (Safomar), its longtime authorized distributor serving South Africa and much of Sub-Saharan Africa.... more
AerospaceLeonardo: BoD examined and approved the results for the first half 2026
It showed further significant growth of the Group - ATTACHMENT
Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Francesco Macrì, examined and unanimously approved the results for the first half 2026. The highlights: Order Backlog rises to... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and trasport. IATA: passenger demand falls in June
Regional breakdown, international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2026 global passenger demand:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 1.7% compared to June 2025.... more
AirportsSingapore selects Thales for next-generation AI-powered ATM system
Serving one of Asia’s busiest airspaces
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has awarded Thales a landmark contract to develop a new NexGen Air Traffic Management System (ATMS) and air traffic control radars, marking a major step... more
AerospaceTelespazio inaugurates a new S/X-band satellite antenna in the Azores
Expanding its international network of ground stations
Telespazio, a Leonardo Group company, has successfully completed the installation of a new proprietary S/X-band satellite antenna on the island of Santa Maria, in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores... more
AirlinesItalian Ansv: final report on serious incident to B-737/8/200 aircraft in 2024
Registration marks EI-IGI, at Caravaggio Airport, Bergamo-Orio al Serio, on 1 October - ATTACHMENT
The ANSV (Italian Flight Safety Agency) communicates that a new document has been published on its website.It is about:the final report on serious incident occurred to the B-737/8/200 aircraft, registration... more
AccidentsICAO analysis reveals major priorities for air transport safety
Fewer accidents in 2025, but more lives lost - ATTACHMENT
Airlines flew more people than ever in 2025 –nearly 5 billion passengers– with fewer accidents than the year before, according to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) just-released globa... more
Civil aviationIATA Board appoints Saadia Zahidi as Director General
From next November 1st, ninth DG and first woman in this position
Willie Walsh, its current Director General, will conclude his duties on 31 July 2026. The IATA BoD has appointed Sandrine Le Borgne, IATA’s Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President for Corporate Services, as Interim Director General for the intervening period more
AirlinesITA Airways BoD approves Renewal of National Collective Labour agreement for Air Transport and Related Company Agreements
Concluded the negotiation process initiated with the social partners and confirms the Company's commitment to investing in its people
The Board of Directors of ITA Airways has approved the agreements signed with theTrade Union Organisations for the renewal of the National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for AirTransport and the related... more
AirlinesThe aerospace sector is focusing on blockchain: MA Group's breakthrough in Farnborough
The first cryptographic digital identity for traceability has been presented
The aerospace industry is accelerating the digital transition and advanced security of production processes. At the "Farnborough International Airshow" (July 20-24), Magnaghi Aerospace Group (MA Group)... more
AirlinesITA Airways and Aeroitalia announce the launch of interline flight sales
Domestic flight connections expanded for the benefit of customers
ITA Airways and Aeroitalia announce the launch of interline flight sales, under an agreement covering the entire network that will extend through the remainder of Summer 26 and Winter 26/27.It will now... more
AerospaceFarnborough. 24 companies at the event together with the Lombardia Aerospace Cluster
Lombardy aerospace exports:+47.4% in the first three months of 2026
In the first three months of 2026, Lombardy’s aerospace industry exported goods worth approximately 710,8 million euros, up +47,4% compared with the same period of the previous year. These figures, compiled b... more
Fair and showsFarnborough. The Helicopter Company expands Leonardo partnership
With additional order for 11 AW-139 helicopters, deliveries between 2027 and 2028
The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, today announced an additional order of 11 Leonardo helicopters at "Farnborough I... more
AirlinesFarnborough. Boeing: Global commercial fleet will top 50,000 airplanes in 20 years
As passenger traffic doubles
Boeing projects near-term disruptions will not meaningfully affect long-term aviation industry growth with demand for air travel set to double over the next 20 years. The global commercial airplane fleet... more
Civil aviationFarnborough. The Helicopter Company orders eight H-145 aircraft
Delivery between 2027 and 2028
Airbus Helicopters and The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, have announced a firm order for eight additional H... more
Civil aviationLeonardo at the "Farnborough 2026": multi-domain integration industrial partnerships and global security
Industry showcases its programmes: Eurofighter, Gcap, M-346 and M-345, unmanned systems, helicopters, counter UAS technologies
The evolving geopolitical landscape is making the ability to operate seamlessly across the air, land, sea, space and cyber domains increasingly critical to detecting and countering threats, including through... more
AirlinesITA Airways relaunches MPL training with Urbe Aero Flight Academy
Together, ITA Airways and Urbe Aero now form Italy’s only fully certified, integrated MPL training pathway
With the launch of its new Multi-Pilot Licence (MPL) program, ITA Airways is establishing a structured training pathway for the airline’s future pilots. For the initial training phase, the carrier has on... more
AerospaceItalian ASI announces the passing of its President Teodoro Valente
VP will assume the functions in order to ensure the Agency’s full continuity and operational capacity
The Italian Space Agency (ASI), its Vice President, Director General, members of the Board of Directors, the Scientific and Technical Council, the Board of Auditors, the magistrate of the Italian Court... more
AirlinesITA Airways begins organizing Multi-Pilot Licence Flight Courses
The carrier plans to train 280 pilots over the next four years
ITA Airways announces that, for the first time since it began operations, it has begun planning its first Multi-Pilot Licence (MPL) courses, with the goal of training approximately 280 pilots over the... more
AirlinesITA Airways resumes direct flights between Rome and Riyadh
Starting from next September 15, five times per week
ITA Airways announces the resumption of its direct service between Rome-Fiumicino and Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, effective September 15, 2026.The route will operate with five weekly frequencies... more
AirlinesEmirates reaches 100 aircraft refurbished
During 44 months, 400 technicians and investing 4,4 million man hours
Since November 2022 largest known retrofit programme has delivered full nose-to-tail refreshes across 47 A-380s and 53 B-777s; over half of the 219 aircraft slated for retrofit will be complete by December 2026 more
Civil aviationItalian Enav: Ivan Rebernik appointed new Chief People and Corporate Services Officer
He has built extensive managerial experience in human resources
Italian ENAV announces that, effective today, Ivan Rebernik has joined the ENAV Group as Chief People & Corporate Services Officer.Holding a degree in Philosophy and having completed Executive Programs... more
AirlinesIATA Guidance Supports Clearer and More Consistent In-Cabin Pet Travel
At every stage of the journey - ATTACHMENT
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released new operational guidance to support airlines in managing in-cabin pet travel at every stage of the journey from booking to check-in, boarding,... more
AirlinesAeroitalia selects Urbe Aero Flight Academy
As the reference school for its future pilots
A new collaboration project for the selection, training and operational placement of new First Officers more
AirportsCologne-Bonn Airport joins the "Sunflower Program"
More support for travellers with invisible disabilities
A symbol of inclusion in everyday travel: Cologne-Bonn Airport is joining the international “Hidden Disabilities Sunflower” initiative. The Sunflower lanyard helps people with hidden disabilities discreetly and... more
AirportsAci Europe: passenger traffic +3.2% in May
Majors led by Heathrow; freight and movements - ATTACHMENT
European airport trade body, ACI EUROPE today released its traffic report for May 2026. After turning negative for the first time since the post-COVID recovery in April (-0.7%), passenger traffic across... more
DefenseThales accelerates defence production and industrial investment across Europe
2024-2026, the Group's capital expenditure will increase by over 40%, reaching around € 830-850 million this year
Thales is significantly accelerating production across its key Defence programmes. Over the 2024-2026 period, the Group's capital expenditure will increase by over 40%, reaching around €830-850 million i... more