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Civil aviationU-740 "Valkyrie" uncrewed combat aircraft takes off for its maiden flight in Europe
It has a length of 9.1m and a wingspan of 8.2m
Airbus, in partnership with Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc, has successfully completed the first flight of the “U740-Valkyrie” in Europe. This key milestone confirms that Airbus and Kratos are... more
AirlinesAvolon orders 35 A-330/900 airplanes
And 75 A-320neo Family aircraft
Avolon, a global aviation finance company, has placed a firm order for 110 Airbus aircraft, comprising 35 A-330/900 and 75 A-320neo Family airplanes. This incremental order takes Avolon’s total for the A... more
AirlinesTurkish Airlines hosts IATA’s World Safety and Operations Conference
Featuring four conference tracks
Taking place on 6–8 October 2026 under the theme “Performance Through People", the conference brings together the global aviation community to explore the role of people in maintaining safe and resilient ope... more
AirlinesKLM Royal Dutch Airlines takes delivery of its first A-350/900 airplane
It will be operated on long-haul routes from its home base in Amsterdam Airport
Dutch national carrier KLM, member of the Air France-KLM Group, has taken delivery of its first A-350/900 airplane. The milestone marks the introduction of the latest generation widebody for long-haul... more
Civil aviationAirbus announces nominations to its Board of Directors
Following its meeting held yesterday
Airbus SE announces key changes to its Board of Directors following its meeting held on 1 October 2026.Following the announcement in April 2026 of his decision to step down, René Obermann left the Airbus... more
Civil aviationEmbraer and Mahindra Group advance plans for C-390 Millennium industrialization in India
The companies are working with the Maharashtra Government on completion of the associated processes
Embraer and Mahindra Group are continuing preparatory discussions and planning activities regarding an industrial and support ecosystem for the C-390 Millennium in India, as the companies jointly pursue... more
Civil aviationIATA: passenger demand slips 0.8% last month
Regional breakdown at international and domestic markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2026 global passenger demand:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 0.8% compared to August 2025.... more
CargoIATA: air cargo demand grows in August
Several factors in the operating environment should be noted
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2026 global air cargo markets showing:Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 4.4% compared to August... more
AirlinesFlyOne Armenia orders two A-321neo airplanes
Mou announced last May
FLYONE Armenia, the country's largest carrier, has finalised an order with Airbus for the acquisition of two A-321neo aircraft. The agreement was first announced as a Memorandum of Understanding during... more
CargoA-350F freighter aircraft performs its maiden flight
Fitted with special test instrumentation, flew for over 4 hours
The A-350F freighter (MSN 700), the first of two test aircraft, has completed its maiden flight. The airplane, fitted with special flight test instrumentation, flew for 4 hours and 10 minutes reaching... more
AirlinesAll airports in Serie A: but is Pappalardo speaking as a pilot or an air traffic controller?
The dual role reignites the debate over the future of Italy's regional airports
Listening to Sandro Pappalardo at the recent "Abruzzo Economy Summit", there are no longer any "Serie B" clouds in the Italian sky. No airport is "minor", no airfield is to be overlooked; every single... more
AirlinesFrankfurt Airport expects busy Terminals during Fall break
Between October 2 and 18, the operator is expecting around 3.5 million passengers
Fall break will begin soon in Hesse and in other German States, which also means increased passenger volumes at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Between October 2 and 18, Fraport – the operator of Frankfurt A... more
Civil aviationATR appoints Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella as CEO
And Patrick Bergues as CFO from next November - PHOTO
ATR’s Board Members have appointed the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella, effective November 1st, 2026. He succeeds Nathalie Tarnaud Laude following the terms set by... more
AirlinesITA Airways expands service between Italy and Israel
The third daily flight Fiumicino-Tel Aviv resumes in October
ITA Airways is strengthening its operations to Israel with the resumption of a third daily flight between Rome-Fiumicino and Tel Aviv "Ben Gurion" airport, starting October 25, 2026. The additional service... more
AirlinesTurkish Airlines finalizes order for up to 150 B-737 MAX aircraft
In the talks since 2025
In the talks since 2025, the agreement will be flag carrier’s largest ever Boeing single-aisle aircraft order and will support its fleet expansion strategy while strengthening its short- and medium-haul n... more
AirportsNBAA welcomes DOT call for additional ATC modernization funding
For additional USD 30 billion to continue the work
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) yesterday welcomed Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy’s call for an additional $30 billion in funding to continue the work to modernize t... more
AirlinesITA Airways accompanies Pope Leo XIV on his apostolic journey to France
Departure from Fiumicino next Friday aboard the A-321neo airplane
ITA Airways, Italy's national flag carrier, will accompany Pope Leo XIV on his Apostolic Journey to France.The flight carrying the Holy Father will depart from Fiumicino Airport on 25 September at 07:50... more
AirlinesInaugural Praetor 600E delivered to fleet launch customer Flexjet
As part of the USD $7bn agreement announced in February 2025 - PHOTO GALLERY
Embraer today announced the delivery of the first Praetor 600E to Flexjet, making the company the fleet launch customer for Embraer's next-generation super-midsize jet. The model was unveiled alongside... 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
AirlinesBermudAir becomes the second E-Freighter aircraft operator
Leased by Regional One, the airplane will be the first one operating in the Americas - PHOTO
Embraer and Regional One announced today that BermudAir has become the second operator worldwide of the E-Freighter. The airline will operate one E-190F leased from Regional One, marking the first E-Freighter... 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
AirportsLeonardo to deliver baggage handling system for International Airport in Madina
The MBHS Cross Belt Sorter technology enters in KSA's market for the first time
Through a strategic partnership with MAFA and BELTCON, supporting the expansion of one of the Kingdom's most important aviation gateways 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
Civil aviationFrench Armed Forces order U050 Capa-X drone
Delivery of the systems is scheduled for 2027
The French Aeronautical Maintenance Directorate (DMAé) has placed an additional order with Airbus Helicopters following the successful evaluation of an initial U050 Capa-X system acquired at the end of... 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
AirlinesEgyptair establishes operations at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
With new direct route to Cairo with four weekly flights
Egyptair Airlines will establish operations at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport ahead of the 2026 Winter season, launching flights to Cairo International Airport. The new route will further strengthen connectivity... more
Civil aviationBahrain International Airshow rescheduled to 2028
The eighth edition will take place from 15 to 17 November
The Supreme Organising Committee of the "Bahrain International Airshow" has announced that the eighth edition of the event, previously scheduled for 18–20 November 2026 at Sakhir Air Base, will now take p... more
Civil aviationIATA: P&W Canada's contract changes are a step towards an improved engine aftermarket
They are limited to used parts for its PT6 and PW100-series turboprops
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed changes by Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) to contractual terms that had raised competition concerns in the market for used engine parts.The changes... 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
AirlinesANA Holdings Inc. expands E-190E2 fleet with additional order for eight aircraft
Formalizing its decision unveiled last July
Embraer and ANA Holdings Inc. today announced the signing of an agreement for eight E-190E2 aircraft, formalizing ANA HD's decision unveiled on July 29, 2026 to expand their fleet. This deal builds on... more
AirlinesEmbraer celebrates the delivery of the 2,000th E-Jet airplane
Commemorative aircraft to Brazil’s Azul Linhas Aéreas - PHOTO GALLERY
Embraer celebrated yesterday the delivery of its 2,000th E-Jet, a landmark achievement that underscores the enduring success of one of the world’s three largest commercial jet families. The milestone a... more
AirlinesATR: maxi-order for 40 airplanes of the Indian carrier FLY91
Deliveries are scheduled from 2027 to 2032
FLY91 and ATR today announced the purchase of 40 ATR-72/600 aircraft for around $1 billion, marking the largest ATR firm order in almost a decade, and the largest ever by a regional airline. Deliveries... more
AirlinesAir Cairo connects Cologn/Bonn with Luxor
Starting in October, flights every Saturday
From the Rhine to the Nile: starting October 17, Air Cairo will launch a new route between Cologne-Bonn Airport and Luxor. The Egyptian airline will connect Cologne/Bonn with the city every Saturday, thereby... more
AirlinesPegasus-AirAsia: launch new code-share connecting networks
Between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur, connecting points
Pegasus Airlines and AirAsia Group have launched a code-share partnership linking their networks at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. It is the first code-share agreement in AirAsia's history.Pegasus guests can n... more
AirlinesEtihad Airways upgrades to year-round from Göteborg Airport
From December four times per week using a A-321LR plane
In August Etihad Airways announced a new direct route between Gothenburg and Abu Dhabi, and following exceptional demand since bookings opened, the airline has now confirmed that the route will be upgraded... 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
AirportsFraport Brasil Aeroporto de Fortaleza assumes operations at Jericoacoara
Concession runs until 2047
Fraport Brasil Aeroporto de Fortaleza, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport AG and operator of Fortaleza Airport (FOR), has officially assumed operations of Jericoacoara Airport (JJD) in northeastern Brazil.... 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
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: cargo demand grows in July
Several factors in the operating environment should be noted
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 3.9% compared to July... 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
Civil aviationPhenom 300EV aircraft secures triple certification
Deliveries are expected to begin in 2028
Embraer today announced that the Phenom 300EV has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC — Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),... 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
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