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TSA sets 2013 international screening deadline

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has set 2013 as the target date for screening all cargo inbound to the USA on passenger planes.

Russian bushfires kill 50

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Smog from bushfires near the Russian capital Moscow now has killed more than 50 people, local reports say, and more than 4,000 local residents have been made homeless.

EPIC wants to halt USA scanner use

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

A US public interest group has filed a lawsuit against the country's federal government seeking to end the use of full-body scanners at airports.

Mexicana needs immediate help

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Mexico's Mexicana de Aviacion, which entered bankruptcy protection last week, says new deals with unions and a cash infusion are needed if it's to survive.

Philippines on bomb alert

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Security has been tightened at key locations in the Philippines after a bomb blast at Zamboanga International Airport in the country's south killed two people and injured more than 20 others.

Farnair expanding freight role

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

European carrier Farnair Europe says freight activity has boosted its results, adding that only 2007 was a better year (for it).

IATA wants security focus for Indonesian carriers, govt

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

International Air Transport Association (IATA) director general and ceo Giovanni Bisignani has called on Indonesian airlines to ensure airport infrastructure and safety are at the top of their 'improvement' lists.

Half-year Hactl totals up 36.7pc

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (hactl) handled some 256,838 metric tons of air cargo in July, 27.7 per cent more than in July 2009.

Cathay to buy 36 planes

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Hong Kong based Cathay Pacific reportedly is to order 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft worth US$6 billion - as well as six Boeing B777s.

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Philippines on bomb alert

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010

Security has been tightened at key locations in the Philippines after a bomb blast at Zamboanga International Airport in the country's south killed two people and injured more than 20 others.

: Latest News; Monday, 09 August 2010