Germany: Lufthansa First Flight (LH 5640/5641) Frankfurt a. M., Germany <-> Figari (Corsika), France

Lufthansa subsidiary Air Dolomiti expanded its route network and lauched a new connection for the summer season 2025. It started to fly between Frankfurt and Figari on Corsica. From May 17, 2025, Air Dolomiti operated the route once a week with an Embraer E190. I'm happy to show two nice covers that document both the first flight from Frankfurt to Figari and the first flight back from Figari to Frankfurt.

Lufthansa Flight (LH 5640) Frankfurt a. M., Germany <-> Figari (Corsika), France  w/ Arrival postmark on the back

Stamps:

World of Letters Definitive (1,10 €) - Issued: 01-03-2022

World of Letters Definitive (0,15 €) - Issued: 01-08-2024

 

 

Lufthansa Flight (LH 5641) Figari (Corsika), France <-> Frankfurt a. M., Germany  w/ Arrival postmark on 19th may (Monday) of Frankfurt-Airport (IPZ)

 

 Stamp:

 

Chinese New Year - Year of the Snake - Issued: 20-01-2025 

 

 

Many thanks for the help Eric!

Jersey: EUROPA 2023 - "Peace - the highest value of humanity"

Stamps:

EUROPA 2023 - "Peace - the highest value of humanity" - Issued: 09-05-2023

Norway: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

Stamps:

EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries" (full set) - Issued: 24-04-2025

Many thanks to Rune!

Germany: Kiel Week 2025

The Kiel Week 2025 took place from June 21 to June 29, 2025, under the shared motto “WIR-Woche” (“WE Week”). The event featured numerous sailing competitions, including the Windjammer parade with over 100 ships. Beyond sailing, the Kieler Woche offered a diverse program with concerts, international markets, an Ocean Funpark, and various family-friendly activities. The German Navy and its partners once again opened their ships to the public during “Open Ship” days at the Kiel Naval Base. I'm happy to receive two covers from the Kiel Week with special postmark and Kiel Week-Stickers. 

 First Cover has got a ship cachet from the Frigate Bayern:

 Stamp:

World of Letters Definitive (0,95 €) - Issued: 04-08-2022

 

(c) Tagesschau - Tagesschau.de, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=164832921

 

 

Second Cover has got a cachet from the Minehunter Pegnitz:

Stamps:

World of Letters Definitive (0,10 €) - Issued: 02-11-2022

The 75th Anniversary of the Basic Law - Issued: 02-05-2024 

 

(c) PIZ Marine

France: The DC Superheroes

Stamps:

The DC Superheroes (from a set of 4) - Issued: 20-05-2025

Many thanks to Eric!

Japan: The 150th Anniversary of Japan Meteorological Agency

In 2025, Japan celebrates the 150th anniversary of its national weather service, founded in 1875. As one of the oldest meteorological institutions in the world, it has played a vital role in disaster preparedness, climate research, and public safety.

To mark the occasion, Japan Post has issued a commemorative stamp honoring the legacy and ongoing importance of weather forecasting in a country shaped by typhoons, earthquakes, and seasonal shifts.

Stamps:

The 150th Anniversary of Japan Meteorological Agency (from a set of 10) - Issued: 28-05-2025

Many thanks Mitsuhiko!

 

Liechtenstein: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

Stamps:

EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries" (full set) - Issued: 01-04-2025

Italy: The 100th Anniversary of the University of Trieste

The University of Trieste (Italian: Università degli Studi di Trieste, or UniTS) is a public research university in Trieste in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region in northeast Italy. The university consists of 10 departments, has a wide and almost complete range of university courses and has about 15,000 students and 1,000 professors. It was founded in 1924 and celecrated in 2024  its 100th anniversary.

Stamps:

The 100th Anniversary of the University of Trieste - Issued: 21-11-2024
Poste Italiane - Self Adhesive (additional Value) - Issued: 01-07-2010

Malaysia: Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025

Stamps:

Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025 (full set) - Issued: 01-01-2025

Stamp:

Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025 (Souvenir Sheet) - Issued: 01-01-2025

 

Many thanks to Henry!

Brazil: Pioneering Female Scientists of Brazil

Stamps:

Pioneering Female Scientists of Brazil (from a set of 7) - Issued: 24-11-2024

Many thanks to Paolo!

Germany: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

Germany’s contribution to the 2025 EUROPA stamp series, released on May 8, celebrates the UNESCO World Heritage “Caves and Ice Age Art in the Swabian Jura.” The miniature sheet features iconic archaeological finds like the Lion Man, the Venus of Hohlfels, and the Mammoth of Vogelherd – one of the world’s oldest known figurative artworks.

 Stamp:

 EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries" - Issued: 08-05-2025

China: The 100th Anniversary of Ocean University of China

The Ocean University of China (中国海洋大学) is a public university in Qingdao, Shandong, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. Founded in 1924, the Ocean University of China (OUC) in Qingdao marked its 100th anniversary in 2024 with a series of events highlighting a century of academic achievement and contributions to marine science. Originally established as Qingdao University, OUC has evolved into one of China’s top institutions, especially renowned for its research and education in oceanography and fisheries science.

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of Ocean University of China - Issued: 25-10-2024

Many thanks to Xu Wei!

Romania: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

The theme for the 2025 EUROPA stamps is “National Archaeological Discoveries.” This annual issue, coordinated by PostEurop, invites European postal administrations to showcase significant archaeological finds from their respective countries, celebrating the continent's rich and diverse heritage.

Stamps:

EUROPA 2025  - "National Archaeological Discoveries" - Issued: 29-04-2025

Many thanks Mihnea!

USA: 60th U.S. Presidential Inauguration (January 20, 2025)

The 60th presidential inauguration took place on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The ceremony included the swearing-in of the president and vice president, as well as performances and speeches that reflected the political and social atmosphere of the time. However, the new president’s rise to power is not without controversy. While some see his leadership as a chance for change, others believe his approach is driven more by a desire to weaken political opponents and push through his agenda without compromise than by a focus on national unity. Critics also point out the contradiction in his public image: though he presents himself as a fighter for working-class Americans, he is a billionaire with deep ties to the elite circles he claims to oppose.

Stamps:

Special Delivery stamps - Issued: 21-11-1969

 

Many thanks to Yan!

Latvia: 500 Years of Latvian Books

To mark the 500th Anniversary of the first book printed in the Latvian language, Latvijas Pasts, in cooperation with the National Library of Latvia (NLL), has issued a special commemorative stamp titled “500 Years of Latvian Books”. The stamp has been released in a limited edition of 20,000 copies and has a face value of EUR 2.54, which corresponds to the postage rate for letters up to 20 grams sent to countries within the European Economic Area.

Stamp:

500 Years of Latvian Books - Issued: 03-04-2025

Many thanks to Vera!

Germany: The First Live Radio Broadcast of a Football Match in Germany - Preußen Münster vs. Arminia Bielefeld

The first live radio broadcast of a football match in Germany took place on October 1, 1925. The game featured Preußen Münster and Arminia Bielefeld, two clubs from the Westphalia region. It was aired by Westdeutsche Funkstunde (WEFAG), a regional radio station based in Münster. The Cover below commemorates this Occasion. By the way, Arminia Bielefeld won 0:5.  Now, almost 100 years later, Arminia Bielefeld has reached the DFB-Pokal final for the first time in the club’s history. The match will be on Saturday, May 24th against VfB Stuttgart.

 Stamps:

UEFA EURO 2024 - Issued: 06-06-2024

Definitives "World of Letters" - Issued: 02-11-2022

Liechtenstein: "150 years of the Vorarlberg Fire Brigade Association" - Special Mail Transport Vaduz-Hohenems

In 2025, the Vorarlberg Fire Brigade Association celebrates its 150th Anniversary. To commemorate this historic occasion, a special philatelic event has been organized on May 3rd 2025: a ceremonial mail transport between Vaduz, Liechtenstein, and Hohenems, Austria. This cross-border special mail transport is not only symbolic of the strong ties between the neighboring regions of Liechtenstein and Vorarlberg but also pays homage to the spirit of unity and collaboration that has defined the fire brigades over the last century and a half. Hohenems in Austria has been choosen because the stamp exhibition "ÖVEBRIA" took place there. An arrival psotmark was applied on the back of the cover.

Stamps:

Greeting Stamps (from a set of 2) (FL) - Issued: 05-03-2001

Fire engines (from a set of 10) (FL) - Issued: 00-00-2024

Juniperus communis (AT) - Issued: 01-05-2025

Slovenia: Peter Prevc - World Ski Flying Champion 2016

Peter Prevc is a renowned Slovenian ski jumper, widely recognized for his achievements in international ski jumping competitions. Born on September 20, 1992, in Kranj, Slovenia, Prevc has become one of the most successful ski jumpers in the history of the sport. Prevc rose to fame during the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup seasons, with his most dominant performance in the 2015–16 season, where he won the overall World Cup title, the prestigious Four Hills Tournament, and the Ski Flying World Championship. 

Stamp:

Peter Prevc - World Ski Flying Champion 2016 - Issued: 06-05-2016

Many thanks to Slavica!

South Korea: Dinosaur World Expo, Goseong

Stamps:

Dinosaur World Expo, Goseong - Self-Adhesive (full set) - Issued: 14-04-2006

Many thanks Choonjong!

Italy: The 50th Anniversary of the First "Scudetto" of S.S. Lazio

In 2024, S.S. (Società Sportiva) Lazio celebrated the 50th anniversary of winning their first Serie A title in 1974. This historic achievement marked a golden moment in the club’s history and remains a proud symbol for Lazio fans around the world. 

Stamp:

The 50th Anniversary of the First "Scudetto" of S.S. Lazio    - Issued: 12-05-2024

Many thanks for this nice Cover Marcello!

Malaysia: International Women's Day

Every year on March 8th, the world celebrate International Women’s Day, a global occasion to recognize the achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality. The national malaysian theme of this year’s International Women’s Day celebration is "Wanita Beraspirasi, Membina Legasi", which means "Women with aspirations, build legacies".

Stamps:

International Women's Day (full set) - Issued: 08-03-2025

Many thanks Henry for this nice FDC!

Luxembourg: 40th Collector's Fair in Ettelbrück + Special Hot Air Ballon Flight

This cover below commemorates the first balloon mail flight in Ettelbrück, Luxembourg, carried by the balloon "Feierwôn LX-BOT" (with a cachet from the flight on the back). It was issued on the occasion of the 40th Collector's Fair in Ettelbrück, held on March 9, 2025. The cover is franked with a stamp celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the hot air balloon Feierwôn (1975–2025). The name Feierwôn is a reference to the song by Luxembourg poet Michel Lentz, which was written in 1859 to mark the first train journey from Luxembourg railway station. The ballon which made the flight was not the original one from 1975. Today’s Feierwôn is already the fifth replica.

Stamp:

50 years First Flight of the Hot Air Ballon "Feierwôn" - Issued: 11-03-2025

Switzerland: Eurovision Song Contest 2025

In May 2025, the Eurovision Song Contest takes to the stage in Basel, returning to its country of birth – the first Eurovision was held on 24 May 1956 in Lugano. The very first winner was Lys Assia, a world-famous singer and actress from the canton of Aargau, who won the first contest for Switzerland with her song “Refrain”.

Many thanks to Hansjürg for this nice Cover mailed from Lugano on the first day of issue!

Stamps:

Eurovision Song Contest 2025 - Issued: 06-03-2025

Pro Patria - Post Signs (from a set of 4) - Issued: 27-05-1981

Greenland: Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq is a settlement in the Kujalleq municipality in southern Greenland. It had 123 inhabitants in 2020. There is a thriving tourism industry in and around Narsarsuaq, whose attractions include a great diversity of wildlife, gemstones, tours to glaciers, and an airfield museum. In 1941 the United States built an air base at Narsarsuaq code-named Bluie West One (BW1). (Bluie was the Allied military code name for Greenland.) Thousands of planes used BW1 as a stepping stone on their way from the aircraft factories in North America to the battlegrounds of Europe. The importance of the airport can also be seen by the runway in the cancellation of Narsarsuaq. But the airport is due to be closed in late 2026 when Qaqortoq Airport is scheduled to open.

Stamps:

2x Kofoed´s School Nuuk (+Additional Value) - Issued: 18-10-2017

France: Street Art - "Acrobats + The Juggler"

Stamps:

Street Art - "Acrobats (bloc stamp) + The Juggler" - Issued: 08-03-2025

Many thanks to Eric!

Germany: 30 years Lufthansa nonstop Flights Munich <-> Tokyo

In November 2024, Lufthansa marked the 30th anniversary of its direct flight connection between Germany and Tokyo. The milestone highlighted three decades of strong air travel ties between the two countries. To commemorate the occasion, a special flight took place on November 18th 2024. The covers below show both the flight LH 714 from Munich to Tokyo and the way back on flight LH 715 from Tokyo to Munich.

LH714 from Munich-airport -> Tokyo, Japan

Stamp:

Special personalised Stamp "Airbus A350-900"

LH715 from Tokyo -> Munich-Airport

Stamps:

International Exposition "EXPO 2025" - Osaka, Kansai (full set) - Issued: 12-04-2024

Poland: The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University

Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (MCSU) (Polish: Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej w Lublinie, UMCS) is a public research university, in Lublin, Poland. It is named in honour of Marie Curie-Sklodowska. The University was founded on October 23, 1944, by the Lublin Committee during the Second World War. Since then, It has expanded to be the largest university in Eastern Poland, with over 12 Faculties in Lublin, and a satellite campus in Puławy. The University has nearly 16,000 students, who study in over 90 disciplines. Out of those 16,000, over 1,600 are international students, who represent almost 45 countries.

Stamp:

The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University - Issued: 21-10-2024

Many thanks to Roman!

Germany: The 250th Anniversary of the Clausthal University of Technology

In 2025, the Technische Universität (TU) Clausthal is celebrating its 250th anniversary. Founded in 1775 as a mining school, the university has a long history in engineering and natural sciences and is now also active in areas like sustainability and digital technologies. To commemorate this milestone, the Deutsche Post has issued a special commemorative stamp (as can be seen below). The design reflects both the university’s mining roots and its current focus on innovation. TU Clausthal is planning a number of events throughout the year, including lectures, exhibitions, and academic conferences. 

Stamp:

The 250th Anniversary of the Clausthal University of Technology  - Issued: 01-03-2025

In addition to the stamp and First Day Cover, Deutsche Post also issued an official First Day Sheet, featuring background information on the TU Clausthal and the design of the stamp:

Many thanks to Nadja Wischmeyer for sending me both, the cover and the nice information sheet.

As part of the celebrations, Deutsche Post also issued a special Anniversary Cover featuring the TU Clausthal stamp with a first day cancellation from Bonn. Inside the cover was a postcard, which can also be seen below.

 

Vietnam: Dog Breeds of Vietnam

Stamps:

Dog Breeds of Vietnam  (full set) - Issued: 10-10-2024

Many thanks to Andrei!

Germany: Research Vessel "Planet"

The "Planet" is a state-of-the-art naval research vessel operated by the German Navy and is considered the most modern research ship within NATO. Built using the Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull (SWATH) design, it offers exceptional stability even in rough sea conditions. Commissioned on May 31, 2005, the "Planet" serves primarily as a platform for testing advanced sonar systems and studying maritime environmental conditions. 

 Stamp:

Natural Climate Protection - Issued: 05-09-2024

 

 

Picture of the Ship:

Source: (c) Bundeswehr