Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> EASA awards consulting framework contract to five firms
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has, following a competitive tender process, selected its preferred consulting partners for the next four years. Read more
> Aviation safety leaders to converge in Manila
The Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar 2025 (APASS 2025) is set to take place in Manila, the Philippines on September 10 and 11, bringing together more than 200 safety professionals from across various aviation verticals. Read more
> Alaska Airlines resumes flights after software outage grounds entire fleet
Alaska Airlines has resumed operations following a temporary suspension of all flights due to a software outage that affected its entire fleet and that of its regional subsidiary, Horizon Air.
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> Portugal looks to lure non-EU companies to TAP sale
The Portuguese government expects that the partial privatisation of flag carrier TAP Air Portugal (TP, Lisbon) will attract interest from large airlines based both outside and within the European Union, according to Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. Read more
> Robinson Teams with MagniX To Develop Electric R66
Partnership was announced during the EAA AirVenture show in Oshkosh. Read more
> Emirates Launches Second Luggage Collection Made From Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Following the success of their previous fashion line in 2023, the United Arab Emirates-based airline Emirates is launching its second line of luggage and bags, made using upcycled materials from the interiors of retrofitted aircraft, titled ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’. Read more
> No survivors after plane carrying 48 people goes down in Russian Far East
The Antonov An-24 plane, carrying 42 passengers and six crew, had left Blagoveshchensk close to the Chinese border and vanished from radar screens as it approached Tynda airport, officials said. Read more
> Sofema Online has launched the 2025 Leadership Scholarship Program
Sofema Online has launched its 2025 Leadership Scholarship for future aviation leaders, offering 100 fully funded scholarships worth €50,000 in total. Recipients will gain access to eight comprehensive courses valued at over €500, covering aviation leadership, team development, negotiation, public speaking, and more, to be completed within six months. Read more
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