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August 21, 2026
On Aug. 12, a total solar eclipse crossed Iceland and Spain — the first time totality has touched European soil since 1999, and the first time it’s crossed Iceland since 1954. Clouds spoiled the…
On Aug. 12, a total solar eclipse darkened skies over Greenland, Iceland, and Spain. As the Moon covered the Sun, it briefly revealed the Sun’s wispy outer atmosphere — the corona — to those in the…
Aviación Digital, Sp.- Airbus's attempt to strengthen the physical presence of engineers and other office staff has run into an unexpected obstacle: opposition from part of the…
Records reveal structures that were submerged after the reservoir was filled, between 2001 and 2002; the site also holds objects placed by firefighters for training…
F-18M jets from Wing 12 shot down an attack drone in Romanian airspace, marking the first aerial victory by a Spanish fighter in a real operation in more than 83…
The memorandum responds to that perception with a change of model in which the White House and its departments and agencies, especially NASA, will stop being the main operator…
The Interconfederal Mediation and Arbitration Service (SIMA) has again summoned representatives of Airbus Spain and the workers' unions for this Friday in an attempt to…
The visit mainly took place at the Miguel de Cervantes base in Marjayoun, where most of the Spanish troops are deployed. Robles thanked the troops for their…
These capabilities are complemented by specialized elements such as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) team and a Raven UAV, which expand reconnaissance and support capabilities…
Soldier protection has spent decades deepening the development of garments and helmets with the necessary stopping power to halt both direct impacts and fragments, a goal…
Marco Meniero, taken from Pisa, Italy A total solar eclipse crossed Greenland, Iceland, and Spain on Aug. 12, 2026; from Pisa, Italy, only a partial eclipse was visible, reaching about 94 percent…
August 20, 2026
Iberia has decided to extend until June 30, 2027, the temporary suspension of flights between Madrid and Havana, due to the fuel supply difficulties that continue to affect Cuba. The…
A drone entered Romanian national airspace and crashed in an uninhabited area of Tulcea county early Thursday morning, according to a statement from the country’s Defence Ministry.
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“We believe HÜRJET has the potential to become not only the trainer aircraft of Türkiye and Spain, but also a training platform for NATO,” CEO Mehmet Demiroglu said.
By: Hispaviación editorial team Photo: Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines' strategic move in the European market reflects an accurate reading of current air transport dynamics…
20-08-2026 Singapore Airlines (SIA) is expanding its presence in Europe with a notable increase in flight frequencies and the addition of a direct route to the capital…
The unions representing Airbus workers in Spain are not attending the mediation-arbitration meeting and are moving forward with the indefinite strike call from 24 August. The unions…
Iberia is extending the suspension of its flights to Cuba until 30 June 2027. The Spanish airline had suspended the Madrid–Havana route in April, initially until at least…
For the second time, Spanish Air Force F/A-18 jets deployed in Romania have been scrambled to intercept an unidentified drone. Romania's National Command Centre activated at 03:20…
Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced it is expanding its European network with increased flight frequencies to several key cities… The post Singapore Airlines expands Europe network with new Madrid…
Spanish airline Air Europa is adding a new direct connection between the Spanish capital Madrid and Düsseldorf airport for the upcoming winter schedule. As of 30…
Spanish air navigation manager ENAIRE announced it will reinforce its air traffic controller staff amid sustained traffic growth in the country, which has exceeded forecasts…
Aviación Digital, Sp.- The labor conflict at Airbus Spain enters a critical phase. The CGT, UGT and ÚTIL unions have decided not to attend the new mediation meeting on August 20…
Aviación Digital, Sp.- This August 20 marks 18 years since the accident of Spanair flight JK5022 in Madrid-Barajas, in which 154 people died and another 18 were injured. The…
The company has signed a three-year lease agreement as part of this strategic commitment to invest in the United States' artillery system supply chain, of…
Starting December 1, the airline will begin selling this dedicated class on flights from Berlin, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart and Cologne.
Starting December 1, the airline will begin selling this dedicated cabin class on flights from Berlin, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart and Cologne.
The unions Unión General de Trabajadores (UGT), Confederación General de Trabajadores (CGT) and the professional union ÚTIL, which called the strikes at Airbus Spain starting on the 24th…
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August 19, 2026
Every August 15 since 1923, Poland celebrates Armed Forces Day, commemorating the anniversary of the victory of the then newly created Polish Armed Forces over the invading…
Spain's accident investigation agency CIAIAC has opened an investigation into an incident in the approach area of Málaga airport. On 6 July 2026, an incident occurred in the airspace off…
