Italy

By Robert Wall
The new Italian aircraft are due to replace the country’s Tranche 1 version, the aging baseline configuration of Eurofighter.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Matthew Fulco
A perilous threat environment has prompted increased defense spending outside the U.S. and the construction of new multinational supply chains.
Supply Chain

By Tony Osborne
Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK have signed a contract for part of the LTE Technology Maturation Phase.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Matthew Jouppi
The Aviation Week Intelligence Network is tracking $193 billion in open opportunities for military aircraft over the next decade.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Michael Bruno
The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025.
Supply Chain

By Jens Flottau
The Italian Ministry of the Economy and Finance has signed an agreement confirming EC concessions, clearing the way for Lufthansa’s takeover of ITA Airways.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

By Tony Osborne
The purchase was announced by Leonardo on Nov. 8.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
A prototype, registered D-HECA, flew for the first time on Nov. 6, Airbus Helicopters CEO Bruno Even revealed on social media.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Tony Osborne
The orders were announced during the European Rotors helicopter exposition in Amsterdam Nov. 5.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Robert Wall
Italy has exercised an option to study the integration of the Naval Cruise Missile system on its FREMM frigates, the European defense materiel agency says.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Robert Wall
MBDA has unveiled the latest iteration of its Exocet submarine-launched anti-ship missile that features an engine upgrade to extend range and a seeker upgrade.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Vivienne Machi
NATO partners have linked arms on a responsive space launch initiative that could use Europe’s growing network of spaceports.
Satellites

By David Casey
Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region—the destination for Routes Europe 2026—is focused on ambitious tourism goals and strategies as it builds on a successful 2023.
Airports & Networks

By Tony Osborne
The €13.7 million ($14.9 million) project is being led by Thales and also includes Airbus Helicopters, Leonardo Helicopters and Spain’s Indra.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Tony Osborne
The manufacturer is flight-testing the AW249 attack helicopter to meet Italian Army and international needs.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Chen Chuanren
The Italian Navy is studying the long-term concept of employing uncrewed aerial systems as a possible airborne early warning (AEW) platform for its aircraft carriers.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By David Casey
Delta Air Lines is adding seven new transatlantic routes in summer 2025 with a focus on Italy.
Airlines & Lessors

By Robert Wall
Paris has revealed further details of France and Italy's plans to acquire a new version of the SAMP/T as it rushes upgrade air and missile defense capabilities.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Robert Wall
The French government plans to buy additional SAMP/T air and missile defense systems.
Missile Defense & Weapons

By Tony Osborne
The purchase forms part of the third phase of the country’s F-35 procurement program.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The Italian Air Force plans to use Leonardo’s M-346 twin-engine advanced jet trainer as the future mount for its aerobatic display team.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
The report was spearheaded by former Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi.
Budget, Policy & Operations

By Robert Wall
Austria is considering a joint procurement with Italy of Leonardo M-346 trainers to replace the Saab 105 aircraft it retired in 2020.
Light Attack and Advanced Training

By Graham Warwick
The design builds on experience from the Air One vertiport operational demonstration in Coventry, England, in April 2022.
Advanced Air Mobility

By Graham Warwick
The latest Jetson One V2 Mk5 frame features design tweaks to accommodate the final battery design.
Advanced Air Mobility