EASA’s first regulatory proposal on Artificial Intelligence for Aviation is now open for consultation

As part of EASA’s AI Programme, the Agency has launched a new Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) 2025-07 to provide the industry with technical guidance on how to set the ‘AI trustworthiness’ in line with requirements for high-risk AI systems that are contained in the EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689). The NPA is now […]

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U.S. Flight Chaos Deepens: Over 1,500 Cancellations and Thousands of Delays Mostly Due to Government Shutdown

✈️ Current Situation (November 8, 2025) 🌍 Reasons Behind Disruptions 📊 Forecast for Flyers 🧳 Advice for Flyers ✅ In summary: Today’s verified figures are about 1,500 cancellations and thousands of delays, not 1,022 and 6,219. The disruptions are real and widespread, caused by FAA-mandated cuts during the government shutdown, with further reductions forecast through […]

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Italy Launches €20 Billion Rail Digitalisation Strategy to Modernize National Infrastructure

Rome, Italy – November 6, 2025 — Italian State Railways (Ferrovie dello Stato, FS) has unveiled a sweeping €20 billion rail digitalisation strategy, marking one of the most ambitious infrastructure modernization plans in Europe. The initiative, announced by FS CEO and General Manager Stefano Antonio Donnarumma, will span the next 10 years, with a core […]

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Over 5,800 Flights Delayed and 1,200 Cancelled Across the U.S on November 6, 2025.

Today Amid FAA Cuts and ShutdownTravelers face mounting disruptions as government shutdown enters day 37 and FAA enacts 10% flight reductions. ✈️ Flight Disruption Snapshot – November 6, 2025 Today’s impact: These figures reflect a sharp escalation in travel disruption as the FAA begins implementing a 10% reduction in flight capacity at 40 major U.S. […]

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Asia Records Over 1,100 Flight Delays and 68 Cancellations Today Amid Operational Strain and Regional Weather

Travelers across Asia face mounting disruptions as airlines grapple with staffing shortages, scheduling bottlenecks, and adverse weather. ✈️ Flight Disruption Snapshot – November 6, 2025 Today’s impact across Asia: Major airports affected include Singapore Changi, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta, Manila NAIA, Dubai International, and Jeddah King Abdulaziz, with ripple effects across regional hubs. 🌀 Causes […]

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Emirates Group Posts Record $3.3 Billion Half-Year Profit Amid Strong Travel Demand

Dubai-based aviation giant delivers fourth consecutive half-year profit surge as global travel rebounds. Dubai, UAE – November 6, 2025 — The Emirates Group has announced a record-breaking $3.3 billion profit before tax for the first half of fiscal year 2025/26, marking its fourth consecutive year of half-year profitability growth. The results reflect sustained global demand […]

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End-of-year milestone on phase-out of halon extinguishers

On December 31, 2025, the aviation community will reach its first major milestone in legislation for the protection of the ozone layer, which requires aircraft to be equipped with halon-free portable fire extinguishers. EASA is continuously providing technical support and guidance needed to implement this requirement. One of EASA’s strategic priorities is the adoption of […]

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EASA improves ReFuelEU Aviation reporting process in updated Sustainability Portal

The EASA Sustainability Portal is a digital platform designed to streamline and simplify reporting for the ReFuelEU Aviation and the Flight Emissions Label. It provides a centralised, secure, and user-friendly environment that enhances collaboration through automated data validation and structured collaboration. The Portal was recently improved in look and functionalities to best meet the need […]

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EASA publishes first Easy Access Rules for Ground Handling

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published the first Easy Access Rules for Ground Handling (Regulations (EU) 2025/23 and 2025/20). The new Easy Access Rules for Ground Handling (EAR for GH) incorporate the requirements for competent authorities to conduct oversight of ground handling organisations as well as the requirements for the safe provision […]

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Ryanair Reports 42% Surge in First-Half Profits to $2.92 Billion

Summary: Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, Ryanair, has posted a 42% year-on-year increase in first-half net profit, reaching $2.92 billion (€2.54 billion) for the six months ending September 30, 2025. The strong results were driven by higher fares, steady passenger growth, and resilient demand despite ongoing industry challenges. Financial Performance Ryanair Holdings announced that profit after […]

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