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ROME — Outgoing Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani has given a candid final press conference in which he warned his successor not to tinker with his strategies and said the three-year mandate handed him by the Italian government had not been long enough.After overseeing rapid growth at the state-controlled firm following his appointment in 2023, Cingolani was released last month when the Italian government decided not to give him a second three-year mandate, surprising industry experts.Instead the top job was given to Lorenzo Mariani, a former co-general manager at Leonardo and effectively Cingolani’s former number two, who moved a year ago…
In recent times, I’ve been writing a series about some of the world’s popular luxury hotel groups, both big and small. Recently, I wrote about the Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis brands, which are two of Marriott’s most popular luxury hotel groups. In this post, I’d like to take a look at what’s generally considered to be the pinnacle of the Hyatt portfolio, which is the Park Hyatt brand. On balance, Park Hyatt is my favorite brand with a major loyalty program, though there are aspects of the brand that I think are getting a bit worse over time (as I’ll explain…
A retired US Air Force fighter pilot accused of illegally training Chinese military aviators delivered a presentation at a Beijing military conference in or around July or August 2024 on the structure of the US Air Force, the history of electronic warfare, and the F-35 platform, according to a witness account in newly available federal court filings. The new details, first highlighted by Task and Purpose, add substance to the case against Gerald Eddie Brown Jr., 65, who was arrested in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on February 25, 2026, and charged by criminal complaint with providing and conspiring to provide unauthorized defense services to…
PARIS — France is deploying the carrier strike group centered on the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier into the Red Sea and towards the Gulf of Aden, positioning the force for a possible mission to secure navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, the Armed Forces Ministry said on Wednesday.The French nuclear aircraft carrier and its escorts will transit the Suez Canal on Wednesday on its way to the southern Red Sea, the ministry said, following a nearly two-month deployment in the eastern Mediterranean. France emphasized that the movement of its only aircraft carrier is separate from the military operations initiated…
Folks, please indulge me for a moment, because I can’t help but think about this every few weeks, and I imagine someone out there can give me a definitive answer as to what’s going on… My unforgettable stay at the Aegon MykonosSome long time OMAAT readers may remember my summer 2021 stay at Aegon Mykonos, a Marriott Autograph Collection property (well, at least at the time). This was a new points hotel I was excited to check out, though my stay ended up being much more memorable than expected.Long story short, I used a confirmed suite upgrade, but was downgraded.…
The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed that an adult female passenger found to have hantavirus infection flew from St Helena to Johannesburg last month. It appears that the deceased woman is part of a cluster of passengers aboard a cruise ship who have been infected with the disease linked to rodents. According to an update by WHO on May 4, 2026, the first case linked to the outbreak was an adult male who developed symptoms on April 6, 2026, while onboard the MV Hondius cruise ship. His condition worsened and he passed away on April 11, 2026. The body of…
In October 2024, Four Seasons announced plans to open its first resort on a Greek island. There’s now an update, as this property is bookable, so we also have a lot more details about what to expect. Basics of the the Four Seasons Resort Mykonos, Greece The Four Seasons Resort Mykonos is now bookable for stays as of June 26, 2026. The property is located along the coastline of Kalo Livadi Bay, and offers 94 rooms, villas, and suites, with views of the Aegean Sea. This is a new-build property, located on 60,324 square meters (649,322 square feet) of land.…
MBDA has signed an agreement with the Indian Air Force to develop a local Maintenance, Repair and Mid-Life Overhaul (MRO) capability for MICA air-to-air missiles, deepening India’s ability to sustain one of the main weapons carried by its Rafale fighter fleet. The facility will be set up, operated, and maintained by the Indian Air Force, with MBDA providing the industrial machinery, tools, data packages, training, and technical support required to establish the capability in India. According to MBDA, the project is intended to support long-term sustainment of India’s MICA missile inventory, improve turnaround times, and allow the Indian Armed Forces…
Booking a private jet charter company gives you access to an elite travel experience with luxury and comfort tailored to your needs. You enjoy spacious cabins, refined interiors, and a calm environment that removes the stress of commercial flying. Top-tier fleet options give you access to modern aircraft suited for short regional trips or long international journeys with ease. Yahoo Finance reports that the private jet charter services market is valued at $17.67 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach $25.79 billion by 2031. The growth reflects rising demand for faster, more flexible travel among business and leisure travelers.…
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines marked Children’s Day on May 5, 2026, by hosting a joint aviation education program at the National Aviation Museum of Korea in Seoul. The event brought together around 200 students for a day of career exploration and hands-on engagement with industry professionals. Volunteer pilots and cabin crew from both airlines led the program, sharing firsthand experiences and offering students a closer look at what it takes to work in aviation. “The students’ enthusiasm was truly inspiring,” said a Korean Air pilot who volunteered at the event. “We hope this experience encourages some of them to…