Ralph Beisel

At the German aviation industry event last week in #Berlin, Federal Minister of Transport Dr. Volker Wissing showed courage by admitting political mistakes at BDL – German Aviation Association "Evening of Aviation", in front of 800 key stakeholders, committing to making amends in support of the #airlines. Air traffic in #Germany is suffering from "long Covid" and is lagging dangerously far behind the competition. International Air Transport Association (IATA) has consistently pointed out excessive government costs and fees for years. More and more airlines are cutting back their services and #connectivity has shrunk, damaging both the German economy and society. Aviation needs swift and courageous political action – in other words, less fees and no air traffic tax, following #Sweden’s example. Dr. Joachim Lang Jens Bischof Peter Gerber Mathias Jakobi

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New experimental aircraft to test new innovative technologies: The Kommando Luftwaffe, Airbus Defence and Space, MBDA Deutschland, Diehl Aerospace (Diehl Aviation) and German FCMS GbR (Diehl Defence, ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH, HENSOLDT and Rohde & Schwarz) have signed a memorandum of understanding at the ILA in Berlin. The partners wish to collaborate in integrating technology modules and demonstrate them on what is known as a “STAR demonstrator.” This should ensure that these technologies are ready for use quickly. STAR stands for “System and Teaming Advanced Research” and is based on an existing 2-seat Eurofighter of the air force. The STAR Eurofighter is to have a modified rear cockpit and a modular avionics and communication pod. With this equipment and additional flying platforms, the interplay of piloted and unpiloted elements should be demonstrated, finished, and operational by the end of the 2020s. Moreover, the STAR experimental aircraft should also support other national research projects (more on that here: https://lnkd.in/ev6N_xRY), especially in the areas of human-machine interfaces, integrated modular avionics, future training concepts, and the interoperability of existing fighter planes such as the Eurofighter and the F-35. And sensor technology, networked weapons, and electronic warfare will form central objects of the study. The partners’ objective is to demonstrate and integrate all these technologies quickly and pragmatically so they can also be used in the future for developments in the European Future Combat Air System (FCAS). The FCAS should be ready for use beginning in 2040 and will consist of a system of systems. The focus is on a new generation fighter (#NGF) and drones (Remote Carrier) that are networked with other systems on the ground, in the sea, in the air, in space, and in cyberspace via a data cloud (Multi-Domain Combat Cloud #MDCC).

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Today I had the privilege to contribute my thoughts and expertise on aviation safety to Thomas Golser of the Austrian newspaper Kleine Zeitung . In our discussion, we delved into the core philosophy of aviation safety, with a particular focus on the ongoing investigations related to the Boeing 787's pilot seat issues. Aviation safety is an intricate web of protocols, technologies, and human factors, all meticulously designed to ensure that every flight is as safe as possible. At the heart of this philosophy is a proactive approach—identifying potential risks before they manifest into serious problems. Even a seemingly minor component like a pilot seat undergoes rigorous examination, as it plays a crucial role in ensuring that pilots can operate the aircraft effectively under all conditions. Any deviation from the expected performance, even if it appears minor, is treated with the utmost seriousness, reflecting the industry's zero-tolerance policy for safety lapses. This investigation also underscores the importance of continuous improvement in aviation. The feedback loop from incidents and near-misses is a vital part of making air travel safer. By learning from each situation, the industry can refine its practices and technologies, ensuring that the high standards of safety are not just maintained but consistently enhanced. As I shared my insights with Thomas Golser, it became evident that while aviation safety is a highly technical field, it also deeply resonates with the public. Every passenger, every family with loved ones on board, places immense trust in the industry’s commitment to safety. This trust is built on the tireless work of countless professionals who ensure that the skies remain safe for all. I am honored to have been able to contribute to this important conversation and to share these insights with a broader audience. Undoubtedly contributing to the ongoing evolution of aviation safety standards, ensuring that air travel remains one of the safest modes of transportation in the world. #safety #aviation #aviationsafety #luftfahrtexperte #aeroxpert #aeroxpertvisuals #thomasfriesacher

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On 17-18 September 2024 6G-NTN partners gathered at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) in Munich, Germany, for the 4th General Assembly. The meeting focused on the preparation for the mid-term review meeting and alignment on plans for the second half of the project. 👉 Read more about our latest GA in Munich in the dedicated news item: https://lnkd.in/d44sjr9x Finally, on 19 September 2024, our consortium presented the technical and scientific achievements and key updates, and shared the objectives for the rest of the project to the European Commission. The meeting concluded positively, further enhancing our dedication to an efficient and effective project progress. 👉 Check out our latest news to learn more about 6G-NTN mid-review meeting: https://lnkd.in/dZJ-BTqk We are committed to advancing efficiently with the second half of the project and are excited to contribute to the future of connectivity! 🚀 #NonTerrestrialNetwork #HorizonEU #6GSNS Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU) 6G Smart Networks and Services Industry Association European Commission EU Digital & Tech Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna Thales Alenia Space Thales Martel Innovate Greenerwave Ericsson Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC) Telit Cinterion German Aerospace Center (DLR) Orange SES Satellites Qualcomm Digital for Planet

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Interesting survey in progress on Urban Air Mobility and its public acceptability, opportunity to express your thoughts on it!

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DFS CEO Arndt Schoenemann, together with partners from the #aviation industry, presented first #innovative results from the “#ClimateNeutral Aviation Working Group” in a panel discussion at ILA Berlin - Pioneering Aerospace. In the future, modern #aircraft could be given priority in traffic management. The #BEBS principle #MostCapableBestServed could contribute to more modern, #climate-optimized #flight procedures and thus to a reduction in #CO2 #emissions. In the future, the existing International Civil Aviation Organization principle of #FirstComeFirstServed is to be supplemented. DFS is also significantly involved in the #DKULT project. Together with its partners Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V., Deutscher Wetterdienst and German airlines (Lufthansa, TUI, DHL and Condor Flugdienst GmbH), a #100flight program is being conducted to determine how non-CO2 in aviation and thus primarily long-lasting contrails can be avoided.  ILA takes place in Berlin from June 5-9. #ArbeitskreisKlimaneutraleLuftfahrt“ (#AKKL) #luftfahrt #luftraum #emissionen #klimaoptimiert #greenerskies #klima #flugsicherung #dfs #ansp #atc #atcos #airtraffic #airspace #airtrafficmanagement Bundesministerium für Digitales und Verkehr BDLI - Bundesverband der Deutschen Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie e.V. Mirko Hornung Uwe Hessler Nicole Dreyer-Langlet @markus fischer Anna Christmann

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At the annual Aviation Night last week, representatives of the aviation industry and politicians came together to exchange on common solutions and new ideas for a sustainable recovery of the German aviation market. It was a constructive dialogue for all parties involved. ✈️💭🌐   As Volker Wissing, Federal Minister of the Bundesministerium für Digitales und Verkehr, pointed out, in view of the difficulties facing the aviation industry in Germany, it is important to make a clear commitment. He describes air transport as an economic sector that needs location conditions that allow it to grow. Therefore, coming and talking together at round tables shall pave the way for setting up common goals and achieving clear results. Thanks to BDL – Bundesverband der Deutschen Luftverkehrswirtschaft e. V. for hosting the event. #BARIG #Germany #economy #aviation

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Our Aerospace & Defence team - Dr Christoph Stoecker, Ish Alg and Leon Körwer - visited the Farnborough International Airshow together with Paul Weisbrich and George "Toby" Albright, from our U.S. sister company D.A. Davidson Equity Capital Markets. Over 3.5 days we had over 40 meetings with executives of A&D companies. The show highlighted a shift in government attitudes towards defence spending due to geopolitical tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East. While these wars have led to a change of mind in governments, defence budgets are being increased in all Western countries, in particular in Continental Europe, with increased order volumes for defence products. This, together with a delivery backlog in civil aviation and continued supply chain issues, leads to further strains on production capacities and delivery times. If you'd like to learn more, you can check out our key take-aways here: https://lnkd.in/eg6MR8H4 #Aerospace #Defence #FIA2024 #FutureFlight #Aviation

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#AppointmentNews: Swiss International Air Lines appoints Jens Fehlinger as CEO Link in the comments Jens Fehlinger Swiss International Air Lines #mediabrief #SwissInternationalAirLines #JensFehlinger #CEO #appointment #leadership #media

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Boeing Delivery Delays: Lufthansa Says Over 40 New Aircraft "Should Have Flown Now Already" Lufthansa’s group CEO Carsten Spohr said on Monday that the core airline is struggling as the group’s new “problem child” as a result of delivery delays and higher costs that put it as a disadvantage compared to regional rivals. The Lufthansa Group as a whole includes Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Eurowings and Brussels Airlines for instance. With a 10% decrease in shares over the last six months according to Reuters, Lufthansa’s financial situation is fragile with profit warnings given rising costs having a severe impact. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dnDXHx7v #aviation 2024-10-04 #

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Air traffic volumes are gradually recovering after the slump during the COVID-19 pandemic. A new record number of aircraft movements is not expected until 2027 at the earliest, said DFS CEO Arndt Schoenemann during the annual press conference in Langen, Germany. “We are recognised internationally as a technological pacesetter; something we are committed to. This is the only way to manage the expected growth and the requirements for climate- and noise-friendly air transport as military activities continue to increase in the coming years.” Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/e9tudGHc #atc #airtrafficcontrol #atcos #airspace #luftraum #flugsicherung #ansp #europeanairspace #aviation #luftfahrt #airtrafficmanagement #airtraffic #flight

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Survey on electronic visibility in Swiss airspace Which devices and systems for electronic visibility and collision avoidance do you use in everyday aviation? We would like to encourage you to take part in this 5-minute survey.The aim is to find practicable and compatible solutions for all airspace users. We will inform you about the results of the survey in due course. #avsafety #generalaviation #pilots #airoperation #conspicuity #avoidingcollisions

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My article about the regional partner of Lufthansa in the change of time from the beginning until now, published on aeroTELEGRAPH https://lnkd.in/eH7648bJ

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Hydrogen power for more sustainable aircraft maintenance ✈️ 🔧 💙 In an exciting step toward more sustainable operations, Austrian Airlines has launched a pilot project at Flughafen Wien - Vienna Airport, testing hydrogen as a clean energy source for aircraft maintenance. The "H2Genset," developed by TEST-FUCHS, is being trialed to provide emission-free power to service an Airbus A320—offering a glimpse into the future of airport operations. Hydrogen could play a key role in reducing CO₂ emissions in ground-based operations. This initiative underscores Austrian Airlines' commitment to innovation and sustainability, aligning with Lufthansa Group's goal of achieving net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050 by reduction and compensation measures. By exploring the potential of hydrogen technology, Austrian Airlines is paving the way for more environmentally friendly operations. 

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Expanding Mews’ Footprint in the Hamburg Aviation Cluster Hamburg is home to the third-largest aerospace cluster globally, with more than 300 companies, 40.000 experts, and a variety of associations and scientific organizations.   At the forefront of this dynamic ecosystem is ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research, a leading research Center focused on applied aviation research and the development of innovative technologies shaping the future of air travel. Key project areas include Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research, Cabin and Comfort Innovation, Digitalization and Connectivity, as well as Automation and Robotics. Building on Mews' 30+ years of success in management consulting, particularly in aerospace performance improvement, expanding its presence in Hamburg by joining the #ZALFörderverein e.V. is a natural next step.   Dr. Michael Gerstle, Partner at Mews Deutschland, views this engagement as pivotal. He highlights two key objectives driving his engagement: 1. Addressing tomorrow's challenges by working on future-relevant technical topics - already today.  2. Remaining an attractive employer by collaborating with enthusiastic scientists and engineers - jointly shaping the future of aviation This strategic move not only enhances Mews’ role in the aerospace industry but also aligns with its commitment to innovation and growth in one of the most advanced and dynamic aerospace hubs. Want to know more? Get in touch with Dr. Michael Gerstle! #AerospaceConsulting #AviationExcellence #InnovatingAerospace

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Would you like to learn how we can attract, retain, and develop more female representation in the aviation industry? In LOT Aircraft Maintenance Services, we are constantly striving to create a more inclusive and diverse workplace. Here are some of our current statistics: ✈️ Currently, 217 women account for about 13 percent of all LOTAMS employees. ✈️ In LOTAMS, the proportion of women in technical positions is about 3.3 percent. ✈️ Our HR department confirms that women's interest in working in the industry is high. But… women are still under-represented in the aviation industry. Do you think it’s because pay gap, awareness of the career, barriers connected with motherhood, public perception or social stigma? Share your thoughts. During MRO BEER 2024, I am excited to participate in the panel titled "Bridging the Gender Gap: How to Attract, Retain & Grow a Diverse Workforce" organized by Aviation Week. We will discuss – among other topics – how we are actively working to bridge the #gendergap, our initiatives for increasing #diversity, where to find role models, and what we can learn from them. It is an honor to be part of such a significant dialogue aimed at promoting inclusivity and fostering positive change. We invite you to listen to our panel and actively participate in the debate. Your insights and contributions are invaluable in our collective effort to drive positive change. Join me and other industry experts in this crucial discussion, including: Barbara Kaśnikowska (General Manager at WAMS-Ryanair), Liga Slenge (Chief of People and Culture at SmartLynx Airlines), Mirjana Tratnjek Ceh (Chief Commercial Officer at Avia Prime Group) and moderator Lee Ann Shay (Executive Editor, Business Aviation and MRO Aviation Week Network). I would like to take this opportunity to thank the conference producer – Georgia Halliday – for the invitation. 📅 Date: Wednesday, 26 June 🕛 Time: 12:30 - 13:00 📍 Location: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva, Vilnius, Conference Room You can’t miss it – come and make your voice heard! #MROBEER #AviationWeek #LOTAMS #Aviation #SKYISNOLIMIT #AircraftMaintenance #CultureDiversity #DiversityAndInclusion #GenderEquality

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Aviation-Event had an opportunity to meet Andreas W. Schulz , and discuss about "Current crisis situation at Hamburg airport in regard to the cost factors" during Abend der Luftfahrt”, or “Evening of Aviation” organized by BDL German Aviation Association. He quotes "Hamburg Airport, like other airports, has come under scrutiny from airlines. Both airports and airlines in Germany face high operational costs compared to other European countries. Even a moderate fee increase of €2.30 per passenger, such as the one in Hamburg, can significantly impact airlines, which often operate on very thin profit margins. This situation highlights the financial pressures within the aviation industry, where even small cost changes can have substantial effects on profitability” #AviationEvent #aviationindustry #europe #Frankfurt #Germany #europeanaviation #Aviation #Business #Event #Infrastructure #aviationbusiness #Conference #Networking #Luftfahrtbewegt #abendderluftfahrt Marcel Riwalsky Siddhanth Sukumaran Anna Jordy Katharina Vasilyeva BDL – German Aviation Association andreas w. schulz

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Last week EDA was at ILA Berlin - Pioneering Aerospace exhibition in Berlin.   Led by Deputy Chief Executive, Andre Denk, the message from EDA’s delegation focused on the importance of collaboration to advance aviation and space capabilities for a stronger #EUdefence   EDA at #ILA24 comes at an important time for the Agency, as it marks its 20th anniversary and the recent approval by EU Defence Ministers of a reinforced mandate for EDA.   Addressing Germany’s leading aerospace exhibition, DCE Denk, called for a stronger cooperation mindset, and for all actors in the #defenceindsutry ecosystem to work together and identify where cooperation makes most sense, including looking at sub-systems or system integration.   The year ahead for EDA will be focused on concrete opportunities for tangible capabilities stemming from the CARD report coming this November. #EU #defence #defenceindustry #defense #PioneeringAerospace

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A RNLAF CH-47 Chinook touches down in Holzdorf, joining forces with German CH-53s for joint exercises 💪. What a fantastic example of international collaboration in defense. Amazing to see how the German Air Force is already collaborating with the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) today, deepening cooperation and interoperability 🤜 🤛 . The Chinook will significantly enhance Germany's defense capabilities. Its versatility, from disaster relief to combat operations, ensures a wide spectrum of mission readiness. Moreover, its interoperability with over 20 nations worldwide, including nine NATO members, reinforces a strong commitment to global security. As the German Armed Forces put it perfectly: "In Holzdorf wird die Zeitenwende spürbar!" #Zeitenwende #Chinook #Holzdorf #Luftwaffe

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