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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
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
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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
Finance and economyTrump doing the double in Doha: USD 1.2 Trillion in reciprocal trade with...
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
Civil aviation"DSEI Japan 2025". Embraer participates with KC-390 airplane
The "Millennium" is the aircraft operating in countries in the world and in Europe
Embraer participates in "DSEI Japan" in Chiba City from May 21 to 23, with the KC-390 "Millennium", the advanced multi-mission medium airlift and tanker, as the highlight of its defense and security solutions... more
AirlinesWizz Air receives first A-321XLR aircraft
Powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines
WizzAir announces the delivery of its first A-321XLR aircraft.With its extra-long range (XLR) capability, the model opens new horizons for its passengers, offering direct flights to new destinations that... more
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
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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
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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 Neapolit...
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
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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
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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 Aeros...
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
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Mix of H-145, H-160 and H-175 units
Airbus Helicopters, LCI, a reference aviation company, and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company, Limited (SMFL), have announced an order for up to 21 of the latest generation helicopters. The major... more
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