Etihad Tops 2026 Safest Airlines List, Asian Carriers Shine
Etihad Airways leads the 2026 safest airlines ranking by Airlineratings.com. Four Asian carriers make the top ten, but no Indian airline features in the list this year.
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Ryanair's Efficiency Lessons for Indian Airlines Like IndiGo
Indian airlines face a reset after a tough year. Ryanair's brutal cost discipline and clear passenger compact offer a profitable model for carriers like IndiGo to emulate.
Odisha Aircraft Crash: Passengers Airlifted, 1 Critical
A Beechcraft aircraft crash-landed in Odisha's Jajpur district. Two passengers were airlifted to Mumbai for treatment, with one in critical condition on ventilator support. Read the full report.
AAIB Probes Rourkela Aircraft Crash Landing
An AAIB team investigates a small aircraft's emergency crash landing near Rourkela. No casualties reported. Get the latest details on the probe and safety implications.
6 Injured as Private Plane Crash-Lands in Rourkela
A private aircraft crash-landed at Rourkela's Birsa Munda Airport in Odisha, injuring six people. The incident occurred during landing, sparking a major emergency response.
Aircraft Crash Near Rourkela Airstrip, Odisha; Injuries Reported
A nine-seater aircraft crashed near Rourkela airstrip in Odisha's Sundargarh district on January 10, 2026. Several people were injured in the accident. Read for the latest updates and details.
Aircraft Shortage May Delay New Indian Airlines Till 2032
Former Boeing VP Dinesh Keskar warns new airlines in India may not start operations before 2032 due to global aircraft shortage and skilled manpower crisis. Read key insights.
IndiGo in Top 10 Most Punctual Airlines 2025
Cirium's 2025 On-Time Performance Review reveals global leaders. IndiGo secures a top 10 spot in Asia-Pacific, highlighting operational excellence for Indian travellers.
Akasa Air Becomes IATA Member After IOSA Audit
Akasa Air, India's youngest airline, has secured membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA) after passing a rigorous safety audit. This move boosts its global credibility and connects it to 80% of world air traffic.
Adani, Embraer to Make Regional Jets in India
Adani Group partners with Brazil's Embraer to establish India's first final assembly line for commercial aircraft, a major boost for Make in India. The move could attract Airbus and Boeing.
Bangladesh-Pakistan Direct Flights Resume After Decade
Direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan restarts after a 10-year gap. Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines will operate weekly flights, boosting trade and people-to-people ties.
Goyal's LAT Aerospace: Eliminating Elaborate Airport Need
Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal reveals his aviation startup LAT Aerospace's radical vision: small STOL aircraft for city-to-city travel, eliminating long airport commutes. Discover the future of regional connectivity.
India's 1st Private Trainer Aircraft by Sakthi This Year
Sakthi Aviation invests Rs 750 crore in a new Tamil Nadu facility to assemble India's first privately-built trainer aircraft, marking a major leap for domestic aerospace. Read the full story.
India's Aviation Strategy: 100+ New Planes, Global Hub Push
India plans a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from new mega airports. With 106 new aircraft joining the fleet this year and 100+ annually for 15 years, the focus is on direct global hub connectivity. Details inside.
Shankh Airlines to Start Flights in January, Focus on UP
Shankh Airlines, led by entrepreneur Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma, will begin operations in Jan 2024 with 3 Airbus jets, targeting affordable fares for middle-class flyers from Lucknow.
New Search for Missing MH370 in Indian Ocean Begins
A fresh search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has been launched in the Indian Ocean. Could this decade-old mystery finally be solved? Read the latest updates.
AlHind Air Among 3 New Airlines Cleared for Take-Off
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, AlHind Air, and FlyExpress to boost competition and regional connectivity. Discover the Kerala-based AlHind Air's ambitious plans.
Indigo cancels 67 flights nationwide due to bad weather
IndiGo cancels 67 flights across multiple Indian airports due to severe weather and operational constraints. Passengers advised to check flight status.
Hijack Hero Pilot SPS Suri Appointed Star Air COO
Captain SPS Suri, who heroically flew back hijacked IC 814 from Kandahar, is the new COO of Star Air. The 69-year-old veteran pilot brings 32,700 flying hours to India's biggest regional airline's ambitious growth plans.
Govt Approves Two New Airlines: Al-Hind Air and FlyExpress
The Indian government has granted initial approval to two new airlines, Al-Hind Air and FlyExpress, boosting aviation competition and connectivity. Read the full details here.
Two New Airlines, Al Hind Air & FlyExpress, Get NOCs
India's aviation sector expands as Al Hind Air and FlyExpress receive NOCs. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirms the developments. Read the latest updates here.
India Approves 3 New Airlines to Break Duopoly
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress to increase competition. The move follows recent flight disruptions, aiming to lower costs and offer more choices to flyers.
IndiGo's Turkish aircraft lease extended to March 2026
Indian government allows IndiGo to wet lease planes from Turkey until March 2026 with a final sunset clause. Details on SpiceJet leases and ministry's rationale inside.
Boeing Boosts Jet Output to 47/Month for Indian Airlines
Boeing plans to increase narrow-body jet production to 47 per month in 2025 to meet Air India and Akasa's bulk orders, addressing supply chain delays impacting Indian aviation growth.
IndiGo's Turkish wet-leased aircraft must leave by March: DGCA
DGCA mandates IndiGo to return all wet-leased planes from Turkey by March 2026. No further extensions granted for Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines after February. Details inside.
IndiGo's Turkish wet lease extended till March 2026, final
Govt allows IndiGo to wet lease planes from Turkey till March 2026 as a stop-gap, but with a strict 'sunset clause' barring further extensions. Details inside.
Chennai court fines airlines ₹5 lakh for lost passenger baggage
Chennai consumer court holds Emirates & United Airlines liable for lost baggage, orders ₹5 lakh compensation to an orthopaedic surgeon. Details on the landmark ruling inside.
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on India, Flights Rerouted
Pakistan extends airspace closure for Indian airlines till January 24, forcing 800 weekly flights on longer routes. India set to reciprocate, escalating 9-month aviation standoff. Read full analysis.
Azul Airlines Exits Bankruptcy, Plans Profit with US Backing
Brazil's Azul SA, now backed by United and American Airlines, exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It plans a domestic focus, profit by 2026, and will handle World Cup travel demand. Read the full story.
IndiGo CEO Reassures Staff After Flight Disruptions
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers assures employees the airline is recovering from recent flight disruptions. Read his internal message on the steps being taken to restore normalcy.
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