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Civil aviationRomanian Ministry of Internal Affairs orders H-160 and H-145 helicopters
This investment is part of the European initiative SAFE
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania for the acquisition of 12 multirole helicopters, comprising seven H-160 and five H-145 aircraft. This significant... more
Civil aviation"Ila 2026". Airbus showcases a versatile drone portfolio
Highlighting the line-up are two major innovations
At this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin (June 10-14), Airbus is presenting one of Europe’s most comprehensive and versatile Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) portfolios, demonstrating its... more
AirlinesFrankfurt Airport: T2 closed for refurbishment starting today; all airlines to T3
Thorough renovation and modernization planned; investment EUR 1,5 bn
After more than 30 years of intensive use since its inauguration in 1994, Terminal 2 is in need of a thorough makeover: prior to this it had only been possible to take appropriate steps without interrupting operations more
AirlinesLufthansa Group and ANA to add ITA Airways to their Europe-Japan JV
Starting from next Autumn 2026 - PHOTO
ITA Airways takes another step towards becoming part of the Lufthansa Group. The strategic Europe Japan Joint-Venture of Lufthansa Group (LHG) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) will be expanded to include ITA... more
CargoAirbus introduces uncrewed version of the H-145 helicopter
The U-145's maiden flight for the end of this year, its entry into service at the beginning of the next decade
Airbus Helicopters has introduced an uncrewed version of its H-145 helicopter, the U-145, during "ILA Berlin airshow (June 10-14, 2026), where the company has displayed a full-scale mock-up of the new... more
AirlinesIATA: 82nd AGM and WATS from June 6-8, 2026
Aviation leaders gather in Rio de Janeiro
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World... more
AirportsHamburg Airport Cargo Center celebrates its 10th anniversary
Since 2016: efficient processes, digitalization and cooperation with regional and international partners
Hamburg Airport is celebrating a special anniversary: The Hamburg Airport Cargo Center (HACC) is celebrating its tenth anniversary. Since its opening on 30 May 2016, the HACC has developed into an efficient... more
AirportsAci Europe: passenger traffic turns negative in April
For the first time since post-Covid recovery - ATTACHMENT
European airport trade body ACI EUROPE today released its traffic report for April 2026, revealing that passenger traffic across the European airport network fell by -0.7% compared to the same month last... more
Civil aviationIATA-ICAO deepen cooperation on boosting SAF
Announced at "Aviation Climate Week"
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) announced enhanced cooperation at "ICAO Aviation Climate Week" yesterday to advance transparency... more
Civil aviationRomanian Ministry of Internal Affairs orders for two C-27J Spartan planes
The delivery of the first aircraft is expected in 2029
The Ministry of Internal Affairs continues the process of developing its aerial capabilities through the acquisition, within the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) instrument, of two C-27J Spartan tactical... more
CargoIATA (2): air cargo demand +4% in April
Amid Middle East disruption
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 4.0% compared to... more
AirportsFrankfurt Airport: temporary suspension of the New Sky Line People Mover
Technical inspection required; replacement bus service for passengers operating between terminals
The new Sky Line people mover, which recently began connecting Terminals 1, 2, and 3 at Frankfurt Airport, is expected to remain out of service for the next couple of weeks. The temporary suspension is... more
Aerospacee-GEOS and Synspective: partnership to advance Geospatial Intelligence Solutions
The agreement will broaden access to the two companies’ products and services
e-GEOS (20% Italian Space Agency and 80% Telespazio, part of the Leonardo Group), an Italian leading provider of value-added Earth Observation services, and Synspective Inc., a Japanese developer and operator... more
Civil aviationITPS Canada orders M-346 T Block 20 airplanes
The contract includes six aircraft with options for an additional six units; service starting in 2029
The model has also been selected by the Italian Air Force as the future aircraft for the “Frecce Tricolori”, Italy’s national aerobatic team more
AirlinesSkytrax confirms ITA Airways’ 4-Star rating
High-quality services and high standards recognized again for 2026
ITA Airways announces that Skytrax has once again awarded it a 4-starrating for 2026: a result that reflects the airline’s high-quality service and rigorous standards.Its overall rating across the various p... more
AirlinesAir China Cargo increases A-350F order to 10 aircraft
The carrier previously ordered six freighters in November 2025
Air China Cargo Co., Ltd. ("Air China Cargo") has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for four additional A-350F freighters, taking its total order for the type to 10 aircraft; the carrier previously... more
AirlinesSaudia becomes first Middle East and Africa operator of the A-321XLR airplane
First unit delivered: new range for the regional and intercontinental routes
Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has taken delivery of its first A-321XLR, marking a significant milestone as the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to operate... more
DefenseRoyal Thai Air Force orders two C-295 aircraft
First delivery scheduled in the 1H2029
The Royal Thai Air Force has acquired two C-295 airplanes in tactical transport configuration, which will enhance Thailand’s defence capabilities. The two C-295s will be operated by the 46th Wing Division o... more
Civil aviationAirbus demonstrates multi-domain capability with a teaming exercise
Among crewed and uncrewed platforms of the Spanish Navy
Airbus Helicopters and the Spanish Navy successfully completed a tactical flight trial earlier this month in Rota, Spain. The exercise integrated the offshore patrol vessel Rayo with a Spanish Navy H-135... more
AirlinesIATA launches Baggage Community System (BCS)
Bcs and Bix to modernize Global Baggage Messaging - VIDEO
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed the Baggage Community System (BCS), a secure digital platform to support the progressive adoption of the Modern Baggage Messaging (BIX)... more
DefenseLeonardo: major naval combat systems contract signed
For Kuwait Navy's "Al Dorra" program
The deal, worth around € 320 million, strengthens a long-standing and successful partnership that has already resulted in the delivery of more than 25 vessels more
AerospaceAvio: the Smile satellite with Vega C launched
It will measure the solar wind with the Earth’s magnetosphere - VIDEO
Today at 00:52 AM local time (03:52 UTC; 05:52 AM CEST), Avio successfully launched the Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE) scientific satellite for the European Space Agency (ESA)... more
IndustryLeonardo: Peru orders its fifth C-27J Spartan aircraft
The programme marks 100 airplanes sold in the world
The Peruvian Air Force (Fuerza Aérea del Perú - FAP) has placed an order for an additional C-27J Spartan multirole tactical airlifter, as part of its air mobility enhancement programme aimed at addressing t... more
Civil aviationEnav SpA (2): BoD appoints Igor De Biasio as CEO
For the first time under the chairmanship of Sandro Pappalardo
The Board of Directors of ENAV SpA, appointed by the Shareholders’ Meeting held today (see AVIONEWS), met for the first time under the chairmanship of Sandro Pappalardo and appointed Igor De Biasio as Ch... more
AerospaceAvio: 1Q2026 results
Vega C ready for a new launch
The Board of Directors of Avio SpA yesterday reviewed and approved Q1 2026 results.Avio, an aerospace company, reports for Q1 2026 an order backlog of Euro 2,116 million, essentially in line compared to... more
AirlinesLufthansa (2) accelerates the integration of ITA Airways
Towards entry into the global network and the strengthening of cargo
The Deutsche Lufthansa AG will exercise its option to acquire a majority stake in ITA Airways in June of this year. This will increase its stake from 41 to 90 percent (see AVIONEWS). The Supervisory Board... more
AerospaceLeonardo (2), Mariani reshapes the top management and institutional relations
In addition to governance and communication after Cingolani’s departure
Leonardo’s new internal architecture is taking shape through a restructuring that reaches deep into the most sensitive areas of institutional relations, communication and top operational leadership. T... more
AirlinesAirbus reinforces Mirabel with a maxi-order by AirAsia
For 150 A-220/300 airplanes: the role of the city in the industry's strategy increases
Malaysia’s AirAsia has placed an order for 150 latest generation A-220/300 aircraft. The purchase agreement is the largest single firm order placed for this model.The purchase agreement makes AirAsia a... more
AerospaceLeonardo BoD approved the 1Q2026 results
They showed further significant growth of the Group - ATTACHMENT
Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the results for the first quarter 2026. The highlights in detail: • Orde... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space signs phase 1 contract with ESA
For the development of the telescopes onboard LISA mission
Thales Alenia Space (TAS), the joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), announces the signing of a €26.1 million phase 1 contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) related to the development o... more
AirlineseasyJet and RR complete 100% hydrogen aero engine test
Advancing sustainable flight technology
easyJet and Rolls-Royce have yesterday announced the successful completion of a major testing milestone using hydrogen as an aviation fuel, marking a significant step in efforts to reduce aviation emissions.In... more
AirlinesNeats 3 platform for MRV of effects non‑CO2
Safety and operating management of data towards European authorities
EUROCONTROL, in partnership with the European Commission, has released the third version of the Non-CO₂ Aviation Effects Tracking System (NEATS), marking a significant milestone in the monitoring, reporting a... more
AirlinesIATA: jet fuel rationing threat puts airlines under pressure
Its prices and Gulf closures threaten capacity and connections for the Summer season
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global passenger demand: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.1% compared to March 2025.... more
AirportsLeonardo realizes Cross Belt technology for Hamburg Airport
The project, for the three-year period 2026–2029, will improve operations at T1
Leonardo continues to expand its presence in the airport automation sector with the award of a contract for the refurbishment and expansion of the baggage handling system at Hamburg Airport, a major international... more
AirlinesEuropean regional airports under pressure for the energy crisis
High jet fuel prices, reduced services and use of incentives to retain air carriers
The annual ACI EUROPE Regional Airports Conference & Exhibition is today bringing Europe’s regional aviation community together in Turin, hosted by Turin Airport. The event takes place as the aviation e... more
AirportsICAO and AFDB join to modernize the African aviation
Technical-financial cooperation for infrastructures, safety and decarbonization
Icao (International Civil Aviation Organization), African Development Bank commit to enhancing air connectivity through joint projects. The development of air transport across Africa is set to accelerate... more
AirlinesTurin Airport: growth potential and future fragility
Andorno (SAGAT): cost competitiveness and request to eliminate the municipal surcharge
Yet, regional airports are part of Europe’s critical infrastructure, as set out by Andrea Andorno, CEO of Torino Airport and Chair of the ACI EUROPE Regional Airports Forum at its 17th edition in Turin: “Considering that... more
AirlinesJoby starts tests eVtol in New York with support by Toyota
Demo flights with crew to validate operating integration; passeggeri previsti H2
Joby Aviation, Inc., a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced the completion of the first-ever point-to-point electric Vertical Rakeoff and Landing (eVTOL) air... more
AirlinesEmbraer, TKMS, and the Brazilian MoD sign MoU to expand the Tamandaré program
A second batch of four additional vessels
Embraer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Defense of Brazil and TKMS with a view to the construction of a second batch of four Tamandaré-class frigates. The signing took... more
AerospaceAvio: new launch date flight VV29
Completed investigations into the technical issue
Following the completion of the investigations into the technical issue identified on a subsystem component production line after VV29 launcher integration (see AVIONEWS), a new launch date has been set... more
AirlinesThe CJ EU upholds the annulment of the EC’s decision to approve Germany’s recapitalisation of Lufthansa
Amounting to € 6 billion, during the COVID-19 pandemic
On 12 June 2020, Germany notified the European Commission of a planned individual aid measure, in the form of a recapitalisation of €6 billion, granted to Deutsche Lufthansa AG (‘Lufthansa’). The recap... more
AirlinesITA Airways to save fuel and reduce emissions in 2026
Thanks to AI-powered tool
AI-based climb profile optimization will help ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, to reduce fuel consumption. The airline has already achieved substantial reductions and is on track to deliver more t... more
AirlinesThe first landing at T3 at Frankfurt Airport
The airplane operated by China Southern Airlines
The first plane to be welcomed at Frankfurt Airport’s new Terminal 3 (see AVIONEWS) flight CZ8021 from Shenyang, operated by China Southern Airlines – arrived on the morning of April 23 at 5:25 am. The... more
AirlinesFrankfurt opens T3: expanded capacity in a critical framework
Rising costs, post-pandemic delays, and high fuel prices are complicating the rollout process
Today (April 22), Fraport officially opened the new state-of-the-art Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport with a ceremony attended by more than 400 invited guests from government, business, and the aviation... more
AirlinesEurope’s airports welcome the European Commission’s plan to address the energy crisis
EU Fuel Observatory and immediate coordination with States, fuel supplier, airlines and airports
Europe’s airports today welcomed AccelerateEU, the European Commission’s dynamic response plan to the energy crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East.The plan outlines a series of critical mea... more
AirlinesLufthansa Group optimises flight offering in Summer across all six hubs
Reductions through October affect 20,000 flights, resulting in jet fuel savings of more than 40,000 metric tons
The cancellation of flights previously operated by Lufthansa CityLine (see AVIONEWS) reduces Lufthansa Group's Summer capacity by one percent of Available Seat Kilometers (ASK). In total, 20,000 short-haul... more
AirlinesEthiopian Airlines purchases other six B-787/9 airplanes
The carrier fully exercises commitments from its 2023 order
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner aircraft as the carrier fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order. The airline will use the jets to expand its... more
AirlinesITA Airways closed its first aircraft Finance Lease for 2 A-330/900 airplanes
They are powered by RR Trent 7000 engines
In December 2025 and April 2026, Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank closed for ITA Airways, Italy’s reference carrier, its inaugural aircraft Finance Lease transaction. The deal is for two A-... more
AerospaceThales Alenia Space: signed agreement to develop new telecommunications satellite
Dedicated to the Polish Ministry of Defense
Thales Alenia Space, a joint-venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), yesterday announced the signing of an industrial cooperation agreement with RADMOR and Airbus Defence and Space, to develop... more
HelicoptersAirbus and partners sign contract
For NH-90 Block 2 helicopter architecture study
The NATO agency in charge of the NH-90 programme, NAHEMA, has signed a contract with NHIndustries (a consortium between Airbus, Leonardo and GKN Aerospace) to launch the NH90 Block 2 architecture study.... more