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Civil aviationMoscow. And the Ilyushin Il-114-300 resurfaces: is certification finally imminent?
The Russian urgency to reconquer regional skies, replace old aircraft and mitigate the impact of sanctions
The turboprop, upgraded with entirely domestic components, enters the final stages of certification: after completing tests in mountainous environments it lands in Kazakhstan; serial production is scheduled for 2026 more
AirlinesBergamo Airport: more than one hundred destinations offered in the Winter timetable
In effect from next Sunday, October 26
The Winter season at Bergamo Airport, from 26 October 2025 to 28 March 2026, includes 107 destinations served by 18 scheduled airlines to 38 countries. An offering that corresponds to a 5% increase compared... more
Civil aviation80th of the UN (2). Farnesina: Italy celebrates the anniversary
This year, the Country is also celebrating the 70th of its membership in December
On the occasion of United Nations Day 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of the Organisation’s founding (see AVIONEWS), Italy reaffirms its commitment to effective multilateralism, grounded in the promotion o... more
Civil aviation80th United Nations Day: statement by Italian Republic President Mattarella
The core values enshrined in its Charter under the three pillars of peace, development and the protection of human rights
The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, released the following statement to mark the 80th United Nations Day: "The eightieth anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations Organization... more
CargoAirbus predicts world freighter aircraft fleet to grow 45% by 2044
It will increase to 3,420 units in the next 20 years
Airbus’ 2025 Cargo Global Market Forecast (GMF) shows the worldwide fleet of dedicated freighter aircraft rising to 3,420 in the next 20 years, equivalent to a 45% increase. This will be made up of 815 e... more
AirlinesAeroporti di Puglia: new Brindisi-Amsterdam air service from April
Frequency twice-weekly in the start-up phase, then three and four times
The president of AdP, Antonio Maria Vasile: “an additional piece that consolidates Salento Airport” more
Civil aviationMecaer Aviation Group inaugurates new facility in Canada
Strategic investment aimed at strengthening presence in North America for the Italian company
Mecaer Aviation Group, a company active worldwide in the design and manufacture of components, systems and services for the aeronautical sector, has inaugurated in Canada in Laval (Montreal) a new plant... more
AirlinesMost airline costs are still managed by hand
A solution simplifies its control by detecting errors
Controlling costs is key in any industry. But while the direct price of operating aircraft, with multiple partners, represents more than half of airline expenditure, many accounting systems are still hamstrung... more
AirlinesLufthansa: B-787/9 airplane christened by Minister President Boris Rhein
With the name “Frankfurt am Main”; first five destinations
“Many happy landings”: Hesse's Minister President Boris Rhein christened a brand-new Boeing 787-9 “Frankfurt am Main” at Frankfurt Airport yesterday. The “Dreamliner” is the first Lufthansa long-haul a... more
Civil aviationEcological transition: Walsh sinks the EU model on SAF and denounces suppliers' price hikes
At the Hong Kong sustainability symposium, DG IATA criticises the European mandate on biofuels for aviation
The punitive system does not increase production, but inflates costs for passengers, five times the average profit per ticket more
AirportsPegasus Airlines and Iberia sign new code-share agreement
Expanding connectivity between Türkiye, Spain, Portugal and Latin America
Pegasus Airlines has signed a new code-share agreement with Iberia, offering passengers more choice and convenience.Through this partnership, Pegasus guests can now travel seamlessly to 13 destinations... more
Civil aviationEmbraer signs MoU with South Korea's DAPA
On the opening day of "ADEX 2025"
Embraer and South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see both parties cooperating on new businesses and market development o... more
AirlinesAirbus-Cathay Group: co-investment partnership for SAF adoption
Up to USD 70m to accelerate the development production in Asia and globally
Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of up to USD 70 million to accelerate the development Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production in Asia and globally. The agreement was announced... more
AirlinesKorean Air's financial results for 3Q2025
The outlook for the 4Q cargo business remains mixed
Korean Air unveiled today its financial results for 3Q2025 (Non-consolidated).The highlights are: Korean Air reported a revenue of KRW 4.0085 trillion (USD 2.8587 billion) for the third quarter of 2025,... more
Airlines"Adex 2025" (3). Korean Air to unveil three UAV aircraft at the event
The models showcased were the LOWUS, Loitering Munition and KUS-FX - PHOTO GALLERY
Korean Air unveiled three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) today at the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX) 2025, taking place from October 17 to 24 at Seoul Airport in Seongnam and... more
Civil aviationIATA launches the Integrated Sustainability Program
During its WSS in Hong Kong (October 21-22)
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the Integrated Sustainability Program (ISP) at the IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong (October 21-22).ISP is a certification... more
AccidentsRunway excursion at Hong Kong airport: during its run the aircraft collides with a ground vehicle
The cargo airplane ends up in the sea: the 4 aboard the B-747 unharmed; the 2 attendants in the service vehicle deceased/VIDEO
A dramatic aviation accident occurred in the early hours of today at Hong Kong International Airport, where a B-747 cargo aircraft ran off the runway during landing, striking a ground service vehicle and... more
AirlinesFrankfurt and Winter schedule 2025-2026: 81 airlines flying to 244 destinations in 96 Countries
New services to Norway and Finland
Frankfurt Airport’s new Winter schedule will come into effect on October 26, coinciding with the end of daylight saving time in Germany. For the upcoming season, 81 airlines will offer flights to 244 d... more
AirportsItalian Enav: digital control tower in Malaysia
Techno Sky, a Group company, will supply an advanced system
The Italian Air Navigation Service Provider ENAV, through its subsidiary Techno Sky, has been awarded the contract for the supply and implementation of an advanced Remote Digital and Virtual Tower (RDVT)... more
AirlinesIndiGo finalised a commitment for 30 A-350 aircraft
Converting a MoU signed in June
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a commitment for 30 A-350 aircraft, converting a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in June into a firm order. This brings the airline's total A-350 o... more
Civil aviationEmbraer inaugurates office in New Delhi, India
And strategic alliance to introduce the C-390 Millennium aircraft
Embraer inaugurated today its new India office of its fully-owned Indian subsidiary at WorldMark 4, Aerocity, New Delhi. The opening of the office marks a significant deepening of Embraer’s long-standing co... more
AccidentsSafety: IATA updates the Manual for response to post-aircraft-incident crises
A detailed guide for assistance to families was presented today
From Xiamen the latest revision of its Emergency Response Best Practices Handbook, which for the first time devotes a full section to immediate and ongoing support for the relatives of victims, aligning with operational standards (IOSA) and international regulatory standards (ICAO) more
AirlinesExpansion plan for Discover Airlines (Lufthansa): fleet to 40 aircraft by mid-2028
The leisure carrier will introduce four long-range A-350/900s from 2027
Discover Airlines, the leisure carrier of the Lufthansa Group, announced today a significant growth and fleet renewal plan that will see the total number of aircraft rise to 40 by mid-2028. The key element... more
Civil aviationItalian Enac: its general director D'Orsogna meets EASA Executive Director Guillermet
At the headquarters of the European Aviation Safety Agency; several topics were addressed
The Director General of ENAC (Italian Civil Aviation Authority) Alexander D’Orsogna, accompanied by the Deputy Director General Fabio Nicolai, met today, in Cologne, with the Executive Director of EASA (... more
AirportsIATA launched global campaign to help travellers fly safely with Lithium Batteries
Seven simple safety rules and a recent survey by the Association - VIDEO
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’, a global safety campaign that gives travelers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, pow... more
Civil aviationSummit to accelerate regulation and infrastructure for eVTOL flights in Brazil
Hold by Eve Air Mobility and InvestSP
Eve Air Mobility, in partnership with InvestSP, held a strategic meeting in São Paulo that brought together authorities, representatives from regulatory, environmental and safety agencies, as well as... more
AirlinesEmbraer: heavy maintenance for more than 240 planes in the USA
Signed a long term agreement extension with Republic Airways
Embraer has signed a long-term agreement extension with Republic Airways to provide heavy maintenance for its fleet of more than 240 E-170 and E-175 jets. The aircraft will be serviced at Embraer’s Services &... more
Civil aviationPiaggio Aerospace receives order for two P-180 airplanes from Turkish operator
They will be operated in shuttle and ambulance configuration
Piaggio Aerospace has secured a new order for two P-180 Avanti EVO aircraft from a Turkish company, which will operate them in shuttle and ambulance configuration. The deal, announced at the NBAA-BACE... more
AirlinesWizz Air announces new connection from Fiumicino
With daily frequency from March, it is served by A-321neo airplane
Wizz Air continues its expansion in Italy and announces a new route that connects the Italian capital, Rome-Fiumicino with Bratislava. The new air link will operate on a daily basis starting 16 March 2026... more
AirportsItalian airports: dispensers for free water refills for air travellers
By the end of the year there will be 22 associated with Assaeroporti; some have already been active for some time
By the end of the year, 22 airports affiliated with Italian Assaeroporti will offer departing passengers the possibility to refill reusable bottles and water bottles free of charge once they have passed... more
AirportsAgreement for the joint acquisition of Milione, SAVE company (Venice Airport, in Italy), signed
Closing of the operation is expected between late 2025 and early 2026
Ardian, a global company active in private market investments, and Finint Infrastrutture, created on the distinctive asset-management expertise of Finanziaria Internazionale Holding to drive the development... more
Civil aviationHondaJet aircraft flies with 100% SAF
The Company was awarded Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation from the NBAA last October
Honda Aircraft Company announced in the last days it has become the first twin-turbine very light business jet manufacturer to utilize the HondaJet on a successful test flight running a 100% blend of Sustainable... more
Civil aviationDemand for business aircraft record expected, according to the 34th outlook by Honeywell
Expected 8,500 deliveries and value of $283 billion over the next decade
This is the highest decadal delivery forecast ever recorded in the study’s 34-year history, with an expected average annual growth rate of around 3% more
AirlinesAeroitalia takes over from Lumiwings at Foggia's "Gino Lisa" to ensure air connections
Cancellations and passengers stranded on the ground are only a memory: now work is underway on schedules, fleet and restoring trust.
It’s official: from November 1 the management of connections from Foggia’s "Gino Lisa" will move from Lumiwings to Aeroitalia. The Italian private carrier founded in 2022 and ranked second in the shortlist of... more
AirlinesAncona Airport: Giorgio Buffa is the new chief executive officer
A career between the sky and management, today at the helm of the "Sanzio" for the phase of consolidation and territorial continuity
Ancona International Airport has a new CEO and general manager: he is Giorgio Buffa, whose appointment was approved yesterday, 14 October 2025, by the Board of Directors of the managing company. The formal... more
AirlinesEx-Alitalia dispute, layoffs start for about 2,000 employees in Cigs
Trade unions call for a halt ahead of tomorrow's talks at the Ministry of Labour - ATTACHED LETTER
The Extraordinary Administration of Alitalia-SAI began, as of yesterday 14 October 2025, sending dismissal letters affecting around 2,000 employees, who are still formally on the payroll of the former... more
Civil aviationAirbus streamlines its tactical Uncrewed Aerial System offering
Into a single comprehensive portfolio that will be managed by its Helicopters division
Airbus has streamlined its small and medium tactical Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) from Survey Copter, Aliaca and Capa-X, into a single comprehensive portfolio that will be managed by its Airbus Helicopters... more
Civil aviationTrueNoord places firm order for 20 E-195E2 aircraft
And it secures purchase rights for up to 30 additional jets
TrueNoord has signed a firm order agreement with Embraer to acquire twenty factory-new E-195E2 aircraft. The agreement also includes purchase rights for up to twenty additional new airplanes and up to... more
AirlinesMFZ-Elifly agreement for a helicopter hub and HEMS
Development of technical training, port services and emergency medical response
The Misurata Free Zone (MFZ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Italian company Elifly, specialized in air transport and helicopter services, to develop infrastructure dedicated to... more
AirlinesAircraft and carriers. Puglia Sky is launched: local consortium targets regional routes
Initial capital over 5.5 million, AOC process and plan for fleet, slots and personnel recruitment
A few weeks after the announcement by Confindustria Bari-Bat, an entrepreneurial project is taking shape to give Apulia a private regional airline. In a notary's office in Bari the deed of incorporation... more
AirportsFraport, traffic figures in September: most Group airports report growth
Around 6.0 million passengers flew via Frankfurt last month
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed approximately 6.0 million passengers in September 2025 – a 2.2 percent increase compared to the same month in 2024. With summer school vacations ongoing until mid-September i... more
AirportsEuropean Parliament: MEPs set out their red lines for air passenger rights changes
Compensation after three-hour flight delay
On Monday, the Transport and Tourism Committee adopted its negotiating guidelines on changes to EU air passenger rights by 34 votes in favour and two abstentions. The MEPs are seeking to ensure that passengers... more
AirlinesApprehension at Tokyo-Haneda: B-737 ANA during takeoff damages runway lights and nose landing gear
Forced to turn back. Similar incident occurred to a B-737/800 aircraft of Jal in April
The incident occurred last night. Investigations into an alleged incorrect alignment during takeoff. Delays and disruptions to the airport's evening air traffic more
AirlinesWizz Air announces a new route to Fiumicino
Twice a week operated by A-321neo aircraft
Wizz Air continues its expansion in Italy announcing a new air connection from Podgorica to Rome–Fiumicino; operated twice a week by an A-321neo airplane, with the first flight scheduled for 2 June 2026.The l... more
AirlinesAir France: 35 years of the Bologna-Paris air connection
It was the first city in Italy to welcome the Concorde airplane in 1987
It was 1990 when Air France began linking the city of Paris with Bologna. From that moment, millions of customers have boarded its aircraft to reach the "Dotta" from the "Ville Lumière" cities or to continue... more
AirportsSmarter operations at Geneva Airport
It prepares for future growth
With passenger traffic expected to reach 20 million by 2030, Geneva Airport is stepping up its digital transformation to make journeys smoother and operations smarter. The airport is introducing a modern... more
AirlinesAir Europa activates new emissions offsetting program
Two projects located in countries served by the air carrier
As part of its commitment to environmental protection and in line with its sustainability plans, Air Europa has launched a new carbon footprint offset program.The project, carried out in collaboration... more
AirlinesTurkish Airlines and Air Algérie sign agreement
To expand partnerships and code-share
The flag carriers Turkish Airlines and Air Algérie have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation and review their code-share agreement within a broader scope of application.... more
AirlinesSupply chain problems could cost airlines over $11 billion in 2025
IATA alarm: delays in deliveries of new aircraft and spare parts force fleet ageing
According to a joint study by IATA the economic and operational impact would be unprecedented. OEMs and suppliers are urged to open the Aftermarket and to increase transparency more
AirlinesEtihad reports September 2025 traffic statistics
The carrier celebrates four new routes in a week
Etihad Airways carried 1.9 million passengers in September 2025, marking a 21% increase compared with the same month last year. The growth reflects continued demand across the airline’s expanding global n... more