World Airnews Magazine

19/06/2025

Today’s Highlights on World Airnews

🔹 Lithuania Selects Embraer C-390 Millennium
In a strategic move to boost NATO interoperability and military readiness, Lithuania has chosen Embraer’s C-390 Millennium transport aircraft—paving the way for a major fleet upgrade and future industrial partnerships.

🔹 China's Mengzhou Spacecraft Passes Critical Escape Test
China successfully completed a zero-altitude escape flight test of its next-gen Mengzhou manned spacecraft, marking a major step toward future lunar missions.

🔹 Deutsche Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Advance D328eco
At the Paris Air Show 2025, Deutsche Aircraft and Pratt & Whitney Canada showcased the D328eco turboprop, with synthetic fuel testing and first aircraft roll-out signalling momentum toward 2027 entry into service.

🔹 Boeing Partners with Angola's Transport Ministry
Boeing signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation with Angola’s Ministry of Transport to strengthen TAAG Angola Airlines’ capabilities and support national aviation growth.

🔹 Airbus and Leonardo Launch NH90 Block 2 Study
Responding to a NAHEMA request, Airbus and Leonardo are advancing a long-term evolution of the NH90 military helicopter with new modular avionics and future-ready capabilities.

🔹 GA-ASI Demonstrates Autonomous Jet Combat Capability
General Atomics’ MQ-20 Avenger achieved a simulated autonomous shoot-down in a live test, showcasing the future of AI-driven air combat interoperability.

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18/06/2025

Airlink selects the Embraer E195-E2!
At the Paris Air Show 2025, Airlink, Southern Africa’s leading full-service airline, announced plans to lease 10 brand-new E195-E2 jets from U.S.-based lessor Azorra.

With deliveries starting later this year, the fuel-efficient, low-emissions aircraft will support Airlink’s growing network across 15 countries, bringing added comfort, range and capacity to the skies of sub-Saharan Africa.

“The E195-E2 will bolster our business… and continue providing the great value our customers are accustomed to,” says Airlink CEO, de Villiers Engelbrecht.

Powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, the new jets will cut fuel burn by up to 29% and open new route opportunities for the airline.

18/06/2025

At the 2025 Paris Air Show, Hanwha Systems, a South Korean leader in defense electronics, and Milkor Aerospace and Defence, a specialist UAV manufacturer, signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to integrate Hanwha’s cutting-edge Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) onto the Milkor 380 unmanned aerial platform.

Paris – June 2025 — At the 2025 Paris Air Show, Hanwha Systems, a South Korean leader in defense electronics, and Milkor Aerospace and Defence, a specialist

17/06/2025

ACSA Champions Green Hydrogen Future at Africa Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is taking bold strides toward a sustainable aviation future! At the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Cape Town, ACSA CEO Ms. Mpumi Mpofu joined a distinguished panel of global experts to showcase ACSA’s innovative roadmap for green hydrogen adoption in the aviation sector.

Highlights from Ms. Mpofu’s presentation:
• Pilot programmes at O.R. Tambo and King Shaka International Airports
• Focus on hydrogen-powered ground support equipment & logistics
• Board-approved plans for hydrogen refuelling infrastructure by FY2027
• Feasibility studies into onsite hydrogen production using wastewater electrolysis
As Ms. Mpofu said:“Green hydrogen is a critical enabler of our goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2035.”

ACSA’s approach is embedded in a strong ESG framework, aligning sustainability with job creation, innovation, and green growth. This summit marks a pivotal moment in advancing Africa-centric hydrogen technology and reinforces the need for cross-sector collaboration to decarbonise air travel on the continent.

ACSA is not just talking green—they're building the clean energy airports of the future!

09/06/2025

Addis Ababa, 08 June 2025 — Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most celebrated carrier, proudly marks a significant milestone: 50 years of uninterrupted service to Kigali, Rwanda. Since launching its inaugural flight on the Addis Ababa–Kigali route in 1975, the airline has remained a crucial conduit for diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations.

Addis Ababa, 08 June 2025 — Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most celebrated carrier, proudly marks a significant milestone: 50 years of uninterrupted

09/06/2025

Embraer is reinforcing its commitment to safety and sustainability in agricultural aviation with the presence of its flagship ethanol-powered aircraft, the Ipanema 203, at the 19th edition of the Bahia Farm Show, taking place from 9 to 14 June in Luís Eduardo Magalhães, Bahia.

Luís Eduardo Magalhães, Bahia – 6 June 2025 — Embraer is reinforcing its commitment to safety and sustainability in agricultural aviation with the presence of

05/06/2025

Business aviation firm marks milestone amid regional expansion and growing advocacy for free skies.

Business aviation firm marks milestone amid regional expansion and growing advocacy for free skies

05/06/2025

New STC partnership delivers high-speed satellite internet for business aviation customers.

New STC partnership delivers high-speed satellite internet for business aviation customers

04/06/2025

Ethiopian Airlines Expands Reach with New Passenger Service to Sharjah, UAE

World Airnews congratulates Ethiopian Airlines on the launch of its new passenger route to Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, effective 1 June 2025.

Africa’s leading carrier now connects Addis Ababa to Sharjah with four weekly flights, opening up fresh opportunities for trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between Africa and the Middle East.

The inaugural flight was marked by a colourful celebration attended by ambassadors, senior government officials, and airline executives.

Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew stated:
“We are truly delighted to connect our passengers to an additional getaway in the UAE... the new service will help boost the investment, tourism, diplomatic and socioeconomic bonds between the two regions.”

Sharjah, long served by Ethiopian’s cargo operations, now joins as the airline’s second passenger destination in the UAE—a strategic gateway with a rich cultural heritage and fast-growing tourism appeal.

A strong move for African aviation connectivity!

03/06/2025

Air bp, the aviation division of bp and a global leader in aviation fuel and services, is reinforcing its commitment to Africa through a new technical services agreement with Sonangol, Angola’s state-owned oil company. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in aviation fuel infrastructure development on the continent, with the focus on delivering bespoke technical support and expertise.

Air bp, the aviation division of bp and a global leader in aviation fuel and services, is reinforcing its commitment to Africa through a new technical

02/06/2025

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02/06/2025

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