Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> EASA Certifies First U-space ATM Service Provider For Uncrewed Aircraft
Anra Technologies becomes the first certified U-space ATM provider, marking a key milestone in European UAS integration. This has major implications for training in airspace management, UTM, and compliance with EASA’s expanding regulatory framework. Read more
> Europe Adopts New Rules for Lost Com, Emergencies
New EU-wide air traffic procedures for lost communications and emergency descent came into effect on May 1 under the updated SERA framework. This directly impacts ATM, CRM, and emergency procedure training programmes. Read more
> India Grounds Turkish Aviation Firm Over National Security Concerns
India revoked the security clearance of Celebi Aviation, impacting ground handling operations at major airports. This underscores the importance of security vetting, AVSEC compliance, and risk management in outsourced aviation services. Read more
> China Lifts Delivery Ban on Boeing Aircraft, Bloomberg News Reports
China has lifted its temporary ban on Boeing aircraft deliveries, signalling a potential easing of trade tensions. Relevant to aircraft certification, fleet planning, and regulatory diplomacy. Read more
> How China’s Comac could reshape aviation
Comac’s domestic momentum may not yet rival Airbus or Boeing globally, but its growth is shaping competitive dynamics and future regulatory recognition needs. Read more
> US and Qatar sign defense and aviation deal as Trump doubles down on luxury aircraft gift
A $38 billion agreement including the sale of up to 210 aircraft to Qatar. Though more geopolitical than regulatory, it highlights significant aviation sector investment and strategic alignment. Read more
> United Airlines flight ingests rabbit into engine on takeoff
An unusual bird-strike-type event involving a rabbit at Denver airport. While animal strikes are a factor in SMS, the story is anecdotal and limited in regulatory depth. Read more
> Sofema Online Achieves 30% Enrolment Growth in April 2025 – Driving Innovation in Regulatory Training
Sofema Online reports over 3,750 enrolments in April 2025, marking a 30% year-on-year increase and highlighting its growing global impact in aviation regulatory training. Read more
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