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AirlinesAir Transat strengthens air connections between Rome and Canada
Seasonal direct flights to Toronto and Montreal, service active until next October
Air Transat continues its commitment to Italy by confirming its seasonal direct flights from Rome-Fiumicino Airport to Canada, extending travel options for passengers to reach Toronto and Montreal until... more
Civil aviation"LIMA 2025" (2). Leonardo-Weststar: delivery of up to 28 helicopters of various types
Launched major government rotorcraft expansion and modernization program in Malaysia - PHOTO
At "Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition" - "LIMA" (May 20-24), Leonardo and long established partner Weststar Aviation Services (Weststar) of Malaysia celebrated today the launch of... more
AerospaceUK Defense: Next-Generation Skynet 6A satellite marks a crucial milestone
Successfully completed the mating of the communication and service modules
The United Kingdom’s next-generation military communications satellite, Skynet 6A, has successfully completed the mating of its communication and service modules. The spacecraft, designed and built at A... more
Civil aviation"LIMA 2025". Embraer showcases KC-390 "Millennium" aircraft
Its first appearance at the 17th edition of the event (May 20-24)
Embraer displays its KC-390 "Millennium" aircraft at the 17th edition of "Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition" ("LIMA") from 20 to 24 May 2025. This marks industry’s increasing momentum f... more
AirlinesQatar Airways announces financial results for fiscal year 24/25
The renewed strategy rewarded for delivering positive results
Qatar Airways Group has announced the strongest financial results in its history. The Group’s profits, which include cargo, catering, and Qatar Duty Free sectors, reached QAR 7.85 billion (USD 2.15 billion) i... more
Airlines"Hello Naples!": Air Canada inaugurates connections to the Neapolitan city
After Rome, Milan, and Venice, the seasonal route has been launched four times a week using B-787 Dreamliner aircraft
Air Canada has recently launched a new international air connection from Montréal to Naples, Italy, described as the "gateway to the Amalfi Coast", according to a statement issued by the carrier. This... more
AirportsParis-Orly Airport (3): DGAC announces the end of flight restrictions
The airport has returned to normal operations: only minor residual delays may occur
The French Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGAC) has just announced the end of flight restrictions at Paris-Orly Airport, following yesterday’s disruptions and chaos caused by a failure in the a... more
AirportsItaly. Naples-Capodichino Airport plans 42-day closure
For extensive runway refurbishment works, from January 19 to March 1st, 2026
Gesac (Naples-Capodichino Airport management company) informs that its infrastructures undergo regular and periodic maintenance works, both ordinary and extraordinary, in compliance with stringent industry... more
DefenseGermany: Minister Pistorius announces major Defense plan, but this is not the end...
Berlin focuses on Sting Ray torpedoes for the new P-8 Poseidon aircraft and on the new Deep Precision Strike missile
In addition to the robust Bundeswehr enhancement plan, Berlin and London have formalized a strategic cooperation that includes the joint acquisition of British torpedoes to arm their respective maritime patrol vessels, as well as the joint development of a new long-range missile more
AirlinesEthiopian Airlines enhances aircraft fleet with engines by GE Aerospace
Strategic agreement for advanced ones and technical support in the growth
Ethiopian Airlines and GE Aerospace have strengthened their longstanding collaboration with the signing of two significant agreements for the supply and maintenance of GEnx and GE9X engines. The Ethiopian... more
AirlinesRyanair with US duties and delays Boeing towards Chinese aircraft
The operational challenges and potential changes in airplanes procurement strategy of the Irish low-cost
Ryanair's passenger numbers are growing at a more moderate pace due to certain operational challenges that have slowed traffic. The CEO of the Irish carrier, Michael O'Leary, has indicated that for the... more
Civil aviationPolish customs seize Boeing aircraft tires at the Belarus border
The large-scale operation involving 5 tons carried out for suspected violation of EU sanctions: was the cargo destined for Russia?
A large quantity of special tires for Boeing civil aircraft was recently intercepted by Polish customs officials at the Koroszczyn border crossing with Belarus. The operation, conducted by the National... more
AirlinesLufthansa Cargo to market freighter capacities of ITA Airways
And it adds Rome as its 5th hub
Starting in June 2025, Lufthansa Cargo will start marketing the cargo capacities on ITA Airways routes. With the integration of Rome-Fiumicino as its cargo hub in Southern Europe, the carrier is adding... more
AirlinesRadar failure disrupts flights at Paris-Orly (2): significant passenger delays
Interruptions cause drastic reduction in air traffic and chaos
A malfunction in the air traffic control systems caused a massive cancellation of flights yesterday at Paris-Orly Airport, resulting in significant disruptions throughout the terminal and affecting thousands... more
AirportsFlynas reopens the direct air link between Saudi Arabia and Tehran after ten years
A strategic connection for pilgrimage and bilateral cooperation has been restored
After an absence of about ten years, direct air connections between Saudi Arabia and Tehran resumed yesterday thanks to Flynas, the Saudi carrier. The aircraft landed last night at "Imam Khomeini Airport"... more
Civil aviationIntegrated security for the event of Pope Leo XIV: an Italian model
Multidisciplinary strategies and advanced technology
On the occasion of the enthronement of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, the Italian Ministry of Defense deployed an extensive inter-force security apparatus to ensure the highest level of safety for the event.... more
AirportsAir Traffic disruption at Paris-Orly: Traffic Management Slowed Down
Reduced operational capacity and extraordinary measures to ensure security at Paris-Orly
A malfunction in the air traffic control system caused significant disruptions at Paris-Orly Airport on Sunday, May 18, 2025. The French Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGAC) reported that the... more
AirportsAircraft tragedy in Finland: two helicopters collide near Eura
Joint investigations with Estonia on the causes of the accident
On Saturday, May 17, near Eura Airport in Finland, a tragic aviation accident occurred, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The collision involved two helicopters, carrying a total of five occupants:... more
AirlinesLufthansa Cargo: two changes in the executive board
Frank Bauer and Gregor Schleussner; its team completed in July
Frank Bauer, currently Chief Financial Officer and Labor Director of Lufthansa Cargo AG, will take over the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Lufthansa Cargo on July 1, 2025. Gregor Schleussner,... more
AccidentsUkraine loses F-16 aircraft in combat: pilot saved
A technical problem, authorities say: the fighter was not shot down
In the early hours of today, May 16, 2025, an event involved an F-16 fighter aircraft in service with the Ukrainian Air Force, engaged in defensive operations against enemy air raids. The information,... more
DefenseUS green light to supply advanced Air-to-Air missiles to Ankara
Approved sale of AIM-120C-8 Amraam and AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II: potential value, $ 304 million
The US Department of State has approved a significant military sale to Turkey, a strategic NATO ally, including advanced AIM-120C-8 Amraam and AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II air-to-air missiles, along with... more
Defense“E5” Meeting of Defence Ministers in Rome
The fourth one will take place tomorrow in Palazzo Aeronautica
Rome to host the Fourth “E5” Meeting of Defence Ministers tomorrow, on 16 May 2025.The meeting, which will bring together representatives from France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the United Kingdom, wil... more
DefenseRussian Su-35 fighter violates Estonian airspace during interception of suspicious tanker
Rapid intervention of the F-16s of the NATO surveillance mission in the Baltic: palpable tension
A deliberate and risky provocation, Tallinn called it, in the context of an operation to inspect an oil tanker suspected of illegally transporting Russian hydrocarbons, circumventing restrictions imposed by Moscow more
AirlinesUAE: maxi-investment of over $1 billion for Astana airport
Kazakh airport ready to become a strategic hub between East and West
The agreement comes as Vietjet-Qazaq Air announced its joint-venture to launch Vietjet Qazaqstan, a new carrier that will operate a fleet of at least 20 Boeing 737 Max aircraft more
AirlinesIATA conference, roadmap for Airport Baggage Handling
The pillars: better exchange of information, tracking of suitcases and fight against fraud
The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC), organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is taking place in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 13 to 15. The event brings together airlines, airport... more
HelicoptersBell celebrates 6,000th commercial helicopter built at Bell Textron Canada
Historic event marked by the delivery of two Subaru Bell 412EPXs to the Quebec Police
Bell Textron Canada, part of Textron Inc., announced in these days the completion of its 6,000th commercial aircraft at its Commercial Delivery and Assembly Centre in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada. The milestone... more
Finance and economyTrump doing the double in Doha: USD 1.2 Trillion in reciprocal trade with Qatar
And agreements worth over 243.5 billion: the contract for 210 planes and engines to Qatar Airways shines, but not only.../VIDEO
... Tight defense agreements that bind Qatar to purchase military equipment; contracts on anti-drone capabilities, MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft systems, air and maritime security more
AirlinesSingapore begins construction of mega Terminal 5 at Changi Airport
It will double its capacity, reaching 50 million passengers per year by mid-2030 - VIDEO
The Prime Minister of Singapore and Minister of Finance, Lawrence Wong, today officiated at the groundbreaking ceremony for Changi Airport Terminal 5 (T5), a mega terminal which will strengthen Changi... more
AirportsFraport traffic figures in April 2025: passenger numbers grow in Frankfurt
And at Group airports worldwide
In April 2025, a total of 5.3 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), representing an increase of 4.8 percent compared to the same month last year. FRA saw particularly strong demand... more
AccidentsICAO Council vote on flight MH-17 case
A formal decision document will be issued at a future meeting
The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) voted last Monday that the Russian Federation failed to uphold its obligations under international air law in the 2014 downing of Malaysia... more
AirlinesAviLease places direct order for 30 B-737/8 aircraft
Saudi leasing's order is among Trump's deals cashed in today in Riyadh
AviLease, the global aircraft leasing company based in Saudi Arabia, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Boeing for an order of 30 B-737/8 airplanes. This strategic investment, which marks... more
AirlinesJürgen Weber, "Mr Lufthansa" and co-founder of Star Alliance, dies
Passed away yesterday at 83; the entire commercial aviation world mourns his passing
"Lufthansa as we know it today would be unthinkable without Jürgen Weber. During his years as Chairman of the Board of Management and the Supervisory Board, he shaped the company. He understood the unifying... more
AerospaceTrump lands in Saudi Arabia (2): Riyadh will invest 600 billion dollars
Agreements are pouring in on AI, energy, defense, space, airplanes, airports, technology, healthcare and much more
The largest defense sales deal in history, worth nearly $142 billion, has been signed, providing Riyadh with cutting-edge warfare equipment and services more
ConferencesMinister Tajani participates today in the General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group
Progetto strategico Gcap, insieme ad Uk, per sviluppo aereo di sesta generazione
Today at 3:00 pm Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani will participate in Rome, Palazzo della Cancelleria, in the 34th General Assembly of the Italy-Japan Business Group (IJBG), an organization created in 1989... more
Military aviationPresidential tour in the Middle East begins: Trump lands in Saudi Arabia
First stop of a journey that will touch Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, Qatar and UAE/ 2 VIDEOS
At the center of the talks, regional security, economic cooperation and probably the thorny issue of the VIP plane donated by Qatar more
AirportsTensions in Tripoli: clashes, but the airport resumes connections by aircraft
Firefights in Libyan capital cause riots and flight redirection
The escalation of violence was triggered by increasingly insistent rumours regarding the alleged death of Abdelghani al Kikli "Ghnewa", a powerful SSA chief more
Civil aviationQatar's plane to Trump: a gift that turns into a bloodbath
Converting the B-747/8 VIP into Air Force One could cost tens or hundreds of millions of dollars
The necessary changes, including security checks and technological installations, are expected to be long, expensive and complex, raising doubts about the real convenience of the "gift" more
Civil aviationDuties: China loosens grip on Boeing: ban on imports of its planes lifted?
Persistent rumors give the informal approval for deliveries after the trade truce with the US as certain
Sources close to the Beijing government have reported it, but official confirmation is awaited. To date, at least three Boeing aircraft on delivery have been sent back to the USA more
DefenseUS approves sale of Chinook helicopters to UAE for $1.32 billion
Approval for six units plus equipment and logistical support; now awaiting "yes" from Congress
A separate $130 million transaction for maintenance and support of the UAE's F-16 fighter jets was also approved. The announcements come as Trump prepares for a tour of planned visits to the Middle East more
AirlinesNewark Airport still in chaos: delays and cancellations Persist
Serious disruptions to departures and arrivals due to technical problems at air traffic control
The Federal Aviation Administration reports impacts until 9:00 pm local time today more
Civil aviationB-747/8 VIP Plane: Qatar's talked-about gift to Trump ignites rumors
Controversy is raging between accusations of ethical violations and doubts about the constitutionality of the operation
The "tycoon" seems willing to accept the $400 million gift that could temporarily serve as "Air Force One", pending the (delayed) delivery of the VC-25Bs from Boeing more
Civil aviationBosnia-Herzegovina: Eufor plane overflights over Banja Luka raise tensions
Also spotted at the presidential residence on the day of the Bosnian Serb Army celebrations
Aircraft of the European military mission spotted repeatedly over the capital of Republika Srpska and the residence of President Dodik, on the day of the Bosnian Serb Army celebrations more
Civil aviationRussia: MC-21 aircraft with domestic components ready for flight tests in Moscow
First prototype with Russian technology and engine begins tests after transfer from Irkutsk
After making its maiden flight on April 29, a modified Yakovlev MC-21 has arrived at Moscow’s Zhukovsky airfield, ready to embark on a crucial phase of flight testing. The aircraft, identified by the s... more
AirlinesIndia-Pakistan tensions: ceasefire eases airspace restrictions
Despite the easing of tensions, specific flight bans remain in place
Following a ceasefire agreed on Saturday, May 10, 2025, Pakistan has announced the immediate reopening of its airspace to all types of flights. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) officially announced... more
Finance and economyDuties: truce with China and reduced tariffs
Beijing grants cut from 125% to 10%, Washington from 145% to 30%. European stocks and dollar rise
The US and China are finally seeing a thaw in tariffs. The announcement comes from Geneva, where negotiations are underway at the home of the Swiss ambassador to the United Nations. According to a joint... more
AirlinesHunnu Air lanched Embraer E2 services between Mongolia and China
Ceremony to mark the inauguration of the route Ulaanbaatar-Beijing
Hunnu Air has launched scheduled services with E-195E2 aircraft in Mongolia –the inaugural E2 flight from Ulaanbaatar to Beijing’s Daxing International Airport, also marked the first time the E2 has ope... more
AirlinesEmirates posts 20% profit increase
Revenues were impacted by the purchase of more expensive airline seats
Dubai-based Emirates said its profit rose 20 percent year-on-year to AED 21.2 billion ($5.8 billion) in the 12 months to March 31. Revenues rose in that period, largely as more passengers bought the most... more
Civil aviationAirCar 2, first certified flying car, unveiled, set for commercial takeoff in 2026
Slovakian Klein Vision presents production prototype in the United States - VIDEO/GALLERY
The fruit of 35 years of development, the flying car will be available on the market at an estimated price between 800,000 and 1 million dollars, opening new frontiers in personal mobility more
AirlinesHeathrow blackout costs IAG dearly: € 50 million impact on Group accounts
The fire had a significant impact on the financial results of the holding company that owns several carriers
The recent blackout that paralyzed London-Heathrow airport last March (see AVIONEWS) had a significant impact on International Airlines Group (IAG), the holding company that also includes major airlines... more
AccidentsPiper PA-31T Cheyenne II plane crashes in Chile
Used as an air ambulance, it was carrying six people, all of whom died in the accident
The Chilean Air Force (Fuerza Aérea de Chile) announced that it had found the wreckage of the Piper PA-31T Cheyenne II civil air ambulance, registration CC-CCC, which disappeared on May 7.According to... more