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ConferencesAirplanes and events (2). Iata: the highlights emphasized at 73rd AGM
Cancun, Mexico - A closer collaboration with all Governements and among them is necessary, according to CEO De Juniac
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the global airline industry’s performance on safety, sustainability and profitability is solid, but the industry faces the threat of protectionist m... more
Science and technologyAircraft. Airbus demonstrates regular customer delivery flights with sustainable jet fuel
Toulouse, France - 15 A-350XWB deliveries already dispatched to Cathay Pacific all with this configuration
Showing its strong commitment towards eco-efficiency, Airbus becomes one of the first aircraft manufacturers to offer its customers the option of delivering new jets using a blend of sustainable jet fuel.... more
AirportsMiami Airport hosted reception for El Al Israel Airlines
Miami, Usa - More than 100 community leaders attend celebration for future Miami-Tel Aviv service
More than 100 community leaders joined in the last days Miami-Dade County officials for a reception and press conference to celebrate the announcement of Miami-Tel Aviv non-stop service by EL AL Israel... more
AirportsUTair links the German and Russian capitals
Berlin, Germany - New daily connection to Moscow
The Russian carrier UTair now connects Berlin-Tegel with Moscow Vnukovo airport, on a daily basis. The flight time between the two capitals takes just under two and a half hours. UTair is Russia’s t... more
AirportsHelsinki Airport’s new iconic entrance
Helsinki, Finland - Finavia’s development programme worth EUR 900 million
The next phase of Finavia’s gigantic investment at Helsinki Airport will begin when the airport’s check-in and arrivals halls and public transport connections are revamped. At the beginning of 2020, a c... more
HelicoptersEnstrom TH-180 helicopter: two prototype aircraft in the certification program
Michigan, Usa - One is in flight test and the other is engaged in a 100-hour ground run
The TH-180 helicopter program has two prototype aircraft in the certification program. One is in flight test and the other is engaged in a 100-hour ground run which is a rugged test of the drive system... more
Civil aviationAircraft and events. IATA: infrastructure, smarter regulation key to success for Latin American aviation
Cancun, Mexico - The most critical examples are: "Jorge Chávez International Airport" in Lima, Mexico City and Buenos Aires
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments in Latin America to maximize the many benefits aviation generates by addressing critical infrastructure deficiencies and applying Smarter... more
PeopleAirplanes and events (2). IATA: AGM opens in Cancun. Andres Conesa elected AGM president
Cancun, Mexico - The first order of business was electing Aeroméxico CEO
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) opened its 73rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in Cancun, Mexico, with around 1,000 industry leaders and media in attendance.... more
ReportMoscow-Rome flight. A man tries to provoke fire on an airplane: stopped at Fiumicino
Rome, Italy - Alerted by the captain during the route, the authorities have arranged psychiatric checks for him
Probably an insane action pushed an American man to try to set on fire in the toilette of an airplane of the Russian Aeroflot, that in the early afternoon of yesterday was in flight from Moscow to Rome-Fiumicino,... more
AerospaceAriane 5: Arianespace has launched two telecommunications satellites -VIDEO
Kourou, French Guyana - About a month ago the last launch on May 5
Arianespace has successfully launched two telecommunications satellites: ViaSat-2 for ViaSat Inc.; and EUTELSAT 172B for the operator Eutelsat – which is the first all-electric satellite to be orbited b... more
Finance and economyLeonardo taps the Eurobond market with a EUR 600 million offering
Rome, Italy - It has a 7 year tenor, maturity June 2024 and a fixed-rate coupon of 1.50%
Leonardo successfully in the last days tapped the Eurobond market with a EUR 600 million bond issue. The offering, targeted to Italian and international institutional investors, has a 7 year tenor, maturity... more
Science and technologyAirplanes. SIA-CAAS: partner to operate first "Green package" flights in the world
Singapore, Singapore - Featuring the use of sustainable biofuels, optimised flight operations and SIA's latest-generation fuel-efficient A-350/900
Committed to the global effort to reduce international aviation emissions, Singapore Airlines (SIA), in partnership with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), has started operating a series... more
AirportsThe transformation of Athens International Airport
Athens, Greece - Full renovation and upgrade of the Schengen and non-Schengen areas
The transformation of Athens International Airport. - Functional and aesthetical changes in both areas of 9,000 m2 και 15,000 m2 (24,000m2 – areas not yet defined) - Centralized security filters - Boar... more
Civil aviationAircraft and events (2). Iata: Passenger Demand Surges in April
Cancun, Mexico - Laptop ban may be affecting Middle East-US traffic
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for April 2017 showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose by 10.7% compared to... more
CargoAircraft and events. Iata: air freight demand growth eases but remains robust
Cancun, Mexico - "AGM and World Air Transport Summit" takes place from 4-6 June
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), rose 8.5% in April 2017 compared to the... more
AerospaceStratolaunch aircraft made first rollout. It is the world’s largest plane by wingspan -VIDEO
Huntsville, Usa - It is ready for tests at ground and in flight
Stratolaunch Systems announces that the homonym aircraft or better Stratolaunch has reached a major milestone in its journey toward low Earth orbit. Yesterday the aircraft out of the hangar –for the f... more
IndustryP&W PW1200G engine for MRJ aircraft acquires type certification
Nagoya, Japan - The MRJ-70 and MRJ-90 will each be powered by two engines of this kind
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation and Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. announced yesterday that Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower Geared Turbofan PW1200G e... more
AirlinesAlitalia: the "extension" of the contract of employment ended yesterday
Rome, Italy - It is hoped that a new negotiation will start as soon as possible
The extension of the contract of employment of Alitalia's workers that was decided by the managers of the airline and by unions last December, ended yesterday. Starting from today, what will happen regarding... more
Fair and showsAircraft and events (3). IATA: aviation leaders assemble in Mexico for its 73rd AGM
Cancun, Mexico - This is the third edition in Mexico, the first two one in 1966 and 1994 in Mexico City
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global air transport industry are gathering in Cancun, Mexico for the Association’s 73rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) a... more
AirlinesAircraft. Level: the new low-cost airline of the IAG Group took off -VIDEO
Barcelona, Spain - From Barcelona-El Prat airport to reach Los Angeles
The first flight by Level took off today at 3:40pm from Barcelona-El Prat airport to reach Los Angeles. The inaugural flight of the long haul low-cost carrier of the International Airlines Group (IAG)... more
Press releaseAirplanes. Ryanair welcomed Liverpool Court ruling against "Claims chasers"
Dublin, Ireland - Upholding its policy requiring EU261 cases to be heard in the Irish Courts
Ryanair welcomed yesterday (May 31) the Liverpool County Court ruling upholding airline’s policy requiring EU261 cases involving “claims chasers” to be heard in the Irish Courts and dismissing an appli... more
IndustryAircraft. Saab and FMV sign contract for continued Gripen support and maintenance
Linkoping, Sweden - Valued at around SEK 1.9 billion it will be in effect from June 2017 to December 2019
Defence and security company Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) regarding the continued support and maintenance of Gripen C/D aircraft. It is valued at approximately... more
AirlinesA new carrier boosts growth between Finland and Croatia
Helsinki, Finland - Croatia Airlines is the latest new-comer at Helsinki Airport
Croatia Airlines is the latest new-comer at Helsinki Airport, Finland. The Helsinki-Zagreb route opened on 21 May, and will further increase travel to Croatia. Last year, the number of passengers on Croatian... more
CargoFirst birthday for HACC (Hamburg Airport Cargo Center)
Hamburg, Germany - Efficient processes and modern technology lead to positive cargo development
Modern, efficient, visionary: this is the image acquired and proven by the Hamburg Airport Cargo Center (HACC) since it entered operation one year ago. Its new air freight facility officially commenced... more
AirlinesCALC receives “Quam IR Awards”
Hong Kong, China - It honors exemplary practices and leadership in investor relations among listed companies in Asia Pacific
CALC, a full value-chain aircraft solutions provider for global airlines, announced that the Group has won the “Quam IR Awards (Main Board Category)” presented by Quam IR. Organized by Quam IR, “Qu... more
PeopleHåkan Buskhe elected Vice-Chairman of the Board in ASD
Linkoping, Sweden - President and CEO of Saab
Håkan Buskhe, President and CEO of Saab was yesterday elected as Vice-Chairman of the Board in AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD). The ASD represents the aeronautics, space,... more
SecurityPlanes and aviation security (2). Bulc-Avramopoulos-Kelly (EU-USA) conversation productive
Brussels, Belgium - Positive debate to which others will follow to increase limits of air transport's safety in the world
The Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship Dimitris Avramopoulos and the Commissioner for Transport Violeta Bulc had yesterday a positive and constructive phone conversation with US Secretary... more
SecurityAirplanes and security: US secretary Kelly had a call with European commissioners Avramopoulos and Bulc
Washington, Usa - Three items discussed in terms of aviation safety, included bans and introduction of electronic devices on board
US Secretary of Homeland Security Kelly had a call yesterday with European Home Affairs Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos and Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc to discuss aviation security. Three... more
AirportsAirplanes and environment. Two more airports in Europe become carbon neutral
Brussels, Belgium - They are Gatwick Airport and Lyon-"Saint Exupéry"
As many events take place this week as part of "EU Green Week", the European airport industry provides an update on its commitment to have 50 carbon neutral airports in Europe by 2030. Today the latest... more
ReportItalian Minister Alfano: 200,000 euros for the people struck by the floods in Sri Lanka
Rome, Italy - "Used to distribute food rations to the civilian population in the Country’s monsoon-struck centre-southern provinces"
“Italy has immediately wanted to make a contribution to face the serious humanitarian crisis caused by the recent floods in Sri Lanka", said the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, A... more
Sport aviationUAS airplanes-helicopters. Bidding opens for the 1st FAI World Drone Racing Championships
Lausanne, Switzerland - The event to be held in late 2017 or early 2018
FAI (the World Air Sports Federation) has issued a call for bids for the first "FAI World Drone Racing Championships", to be held in late 2017 or early 2018. Billed as the #1 Sport Series of the New Generation,... more
ConferencesICAO expressed appreciation for the recent aviation safety progress in Georgia
Montreal, Canada - During the mission the President of Council Aliu held discussions with local authorities
The President of the ICAO Council, Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, expressed the UN agency’s deep appreciation for the proactive actions being taken by the Government of Georgia to mitigate recent safety concerns i... more
IndustryStrong growth for Aerostar’s commercial aviation Mro business prompts expansion plans
London, UK - The new hangar for airplanes will open in the Summer of 2019
Aerostar, the Romanian aerospace company, is demonstrating continued strong growth in its commercial aircraft MRO business and is planning a further expansion to meet customer demand. The company is in... more
UAS-DronesAircraft. "Paris Air Show 2017". Aeronautics to present the Orbiter 4 Multi-Mission STUAS and the Pegasus 120 Tactical VTOL UAS
Paris, France - A number of customers have already signed contracts to purchase the Orbiter 4
Aeronautics Group, a UAS manufacturer, will present its wide range of comprehensive defense solutions and UAS platforms at the "Paris Air Show" (June 19-25). The company will present its newest UAS – t... more
PeopleICAO: Honourary Doctorate bestowed on Council President by National Aviation University of Ukraine
Montreal, Canada - In receiving his honourary degree, Aliu expressed his heartfelt appreciation for all that the school has meant to his life and career
The President of the ICAO Council, Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, was honoured by his alma mater earlier in the last week when and Honourary Doctorate was bestowed upon him by Volodymyr Isaienko, Acting Rector... more
PeopleAirplanes and roles. Delta appoints new SVP for Europe, Middle East, Africa and India
London, UK - Corneel Koster takes over from Nat Pieper
Delta Air Lines has appointed Corneel Koster as Senior Vice President Europe, Middle East, Africa and India. He takes over from Nat Pieper who has become Senior Vice President Global Alliances. Based... more
HelicoptersLeonardo-IMP: “Team Cormorant” re-established for upgrade and expansion of Canada’s helicopter SAR fleet
Ottawa, Canada - The solution will be showed at the "CANSEC" (May 31-June 1, 2017) in Ottawa
Leonardo Helicopters and IMP Aerospace & Defence (IMP) announced that “Team Cormorant” has been re-established to support the modernization of the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) fleet of EH-101/CH-149 Cormo... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia to operate Rome-Los Angeles service also in Winter season
Rome, Italy - Three direct weekly flights between Italy and the US West Coast
Alitalia is set to operate direct Rome-Los Angeles service also during the Winter season. The Italian airline has decided to extend this flight, which was operated in the last years only between April... more
IndustryFincantieri: cooperation agreement signed with ENI
Trieste, Italy - For the development of natural gas power systems
The CEOs of Fincantieri and Eni, Giuseppe Bono and Claudio Descalzi, signed yesterday a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the cooperation in the field of Research & Development, including possible... more
AirlinesJet Airways introduces a third non-stop daily flight between Mumbai and London-Heathrow
Mumbai, India - As of next October 29
Jet Airways announced the introduction of its third, non-stop, daily service between Mumbai and London-Heathrow., effective October 29, 2017. Air travel between India and the United Kingdom has shown... more
CuriositiesAmerican Airlines: particular lounge and service in New York’s "JFK Airport"
Fort Worth, Usa - It is one of the first US carriers to open a restaurant-style dining experience on the ground
American Airlines debuted in the last days its newly-renovated Flagship Lounge and brand new Flagship First Dining at New York "John F. Kennedy International Airport". In addition to the "JFK" lounge opening,... more
AccidentsL-410 cargo airplane crashed in Nepal: two victims -2 VIDEO
Lukla, Nepal - In the landing phase on the runway, fell sheer on a cliff. One of the most difficult airport in the world
A Let L-410UVP-E20 airplane, coming from Katmandu, served by Summit Air and used as cargo flight, crashed last Saturday in the landing phase on runway fell sheer on a cliff of the difficult airport in... more
PeopleEric Trappier new President of ASD (Aerospace and Defense Industries Association of Europe)
Brussels, Belgium - Already Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation
ASD announces the appointment of Eric Trappier, the French Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dassault Aviation, as President of the AeroSpace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD). He... more
ConferencesAircraft and safety. The President of the Icao Council on visit to Ukraine
Montreal, Canada - Stressing the need for cooperation that promotes safe airspace management
The President of the ICAO Council, Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, highlighted the need for determined cooperation supporting international airspace safety while on mission in the Ukraine earlier this week. The... more
AirportsBerlin-Tegel Airport: new service to San Francisco takes off
Berlin, Germany - All airberlin flights to the USA will be operated by long-haul A-330/200 aircraft
Today, airberlin added its new non-stop connection from Berlin-Tegel to San Francisco. Flight AB7396 took off at 9:40 am with about 200 passengers and 12 crew members on board. It is scheduled to land... more
AirlinesDelta takes off from Berlin again, after six years
Berlin, Germany - New service to New York-"JFK" brings its Germany network to five destinations
Executives from the airline were joined by the COO of Flughafen Berlin-Brandenburg GmbH, Elmar Kleinert, and Kent Logsdon, Charge d’Affairs ad interim at the US Embassy for the inaugural celebrations. F... more
ConferencesContinued progress on ICAO compliance crucial to unlocking socio-economic development in Africa
Montréal, Canada - According to the Organization's Secretary General Fang Liu
ICAO Secretary General Fang Liu highlighted this week that African States, with ICAO’s assistance and support, are achieving significant progress in complying with international civil aviation standards, b... more
ConferencesICAO Secretary General stresses synergies of aviation and digital connectivity at ninth China Civil Aviation Development Forum
Montréal, Canada - Hosted by the Civil Aviation Authority of China (CAAC) on 25 and 26 May
The Secretary General of ICAO, Fang Liu, highlighted the important synergies and challenges arising from international aviation and digital connectivity during her presentation to the "2017 China Civil... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters starts construction its first FAL for H-135 in China
Qingdao, China - A significant step for the company’s internationalisation and for its partnership with the Nation
Airbus Helicopters (AH) continues its international expansion and reinforces its strategic partnership with China, as construction is now underway for its H-135 Final Assembly Line (FAL). A first of its... more
SecurityTurkish Airlines announces new agreement with TSA Pre✓
Istanbul, Turkey - The airline provides enhanced security screening program for transit passengers departing from the USA
Turkish Airlines has added another feature to its global offerings through its new agreement with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Members of a Department of Homeland Security trusted... more