Croatia has a long and rich history of using aircraft in firefighting, given its vulnerability to forest fires, especially during the hot and dry summer months.
The Croatian military, specifically the Croatian Air Force, is the most important contributor in the firefighting efforts in Croatia, especially when it concerns fires on inaccessible locations.
The 855th Firefighting Squadron is stationed at Zadar airport in Zemunik.

BURDI, short for Belgium-Netherlands U-space Reference Design Implementation, is a groundbreaking collaborative initiative co-funded by the European Union under the Connecting Europe Facility and supported by SESAR Joint Undertaking. The primary aim of the BURDI project is to establish a reliable, sustainable, and secure solution for integrating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into U-space airspace.

The Austrian overall strategy 2040+ for the aviation sector consists of the two sub-strategies Aviation Strategy 2040+ (Link) and RTI Strategy for Aviation 2040+ (Link, only in German), which together point the way to decarbonisation. Both strategies were published in autumn 2022 and since then their implementation has been one of the priorities of the BMIMI.

In September 2024, the first ever ICAO symposium on non-CO2 aviation emissions took place in Montréal. The interactive summary report and a summary of the key take-aways can be found here. This was a successful event with over 800 participants both in-person and virtually. The Netherlands was event sponsor of this symposium.

Although air transport remains the safest mode of transportation, aviation accidents continue to have a catastrophic impact on society. Despite technological advancements, stringent safety standards, and rigorous training, tragic air accidents can still occur. Recognizing the importance of providing timely and adequate assistance to victims and their families, the Netherlands and ABIS countries are actively engaged in strengthening international cooperation and compliance with ICAO and EU regulations. 
The ICAO Symposium on Assistance to Air Accident Victims and their Families (AAAVF2024) –

The next generation of aviation professionals must master and manage emerging technologies and also take on the responsibility of upholding and enhancing operational safety, by adopting and implementing updated industry standards, procedures, and best practices. As aviation continues to evolve, it is crucial that these professionals are well-equipped to address new challenges, anticipate risks, and also ensure a culture of continuous improvement in safety, across all aspects of the industry.

The theme of the three day event was: "Digital Aviation: The Future is Now." Representatives from international organizations, the United Nations, and non-governmental organizations alike had a chance to engaged in meaningful dialogue about aviation innovation. Discussions were taking place concerning how to improve systems, procedures, and organizational structure. ICAO graciously welcomed guests from startups and research centers to come together and exchange experiences in attempting to innovate in the industry.

Mr Albano Coutinho was attending his last Abis meeting as former Air Navigation Commissioner (ANC), which took place in his hometown of Porto. In January 2019, the Abis office in Montreal welcomed Albano Coutinho, nominated by Portugal, as incoming member of the ANC for the Abis group.

Climate-friendly and future-oriented aviation – An implementation strategy within the framework of the Mobility Master Plan Cover "Aviation Strategy 2040+"

Austria’s ambitious goal to make aviation climate-neutral by 2040 requires huge technological developments. The Renewable Energy Expansion Act provides the legal framework and is part of a legislative package by the European Union. It supports activities to combat climate change. To achieve these goals, Austria relies on research, innovation and technology.