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.
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.
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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.
Nagpur airport sees flight cancellations exceed its daily operational schedule in a month. Fog in Delhi and pilot roster issues cause major disruptions. Read the full report.
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.
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.
An American Airlines pilot's monthly earnings have gone viral, sparking widespread envy and debate. Discover the details and how it compares globally.
An American Airlines pilot shared their pay statement online, revealing a hefty salary and sparking a debate on pilot compensation. Is it enough for the responsibility? Read more.
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 across multiple Indian airports due to severe weather and operational constraints. Passengers advised to check flight status.
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.
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.
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'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.
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.
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 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.
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 Pieter Elbers assures employees the airline is recovering from recent flight disruptions. Read his internal message on the steps being taken to restore normalcy.
IndiGo forms a Crisis Management Group led by Chairman Vikram Singh Mehta to oversee operations, aiming for stabilization by December 10. Read the latest updates.
Air India partners with Maldivian to offer seamless travel to 16 remote Maldivian islands via Dharamshala and Bengaluru hubs. Explore new horizons with enhanced interline connectivity.
Comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi vents on Instagram about 4-hour flight delay, forcing his Bandra show to be rescheduled. He reassures fans the show will go on. Details inside.
A decade after its disappearance, a new private search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to begin. Explore the latest developments and enduring mystery. Read more.
Indian carriers complete emergency software rollback on 323 Airbus A320 aircraft to prevent solar storm-related control issues. Read how airlines prevented major disruptions.
Indian airlines complete critical software upgrades for 323 operational A320 family aircraft, enhancing safety and operational efficiency across domestic fleets.
IndiGo, Air India complete critical software update on 323 Airbus A320 planes in just over a day, preventing mass flight cancellations. DGCA coordinated the emergency safety fix.
Indian carriers IndiGo and Air India successfully upgraded software on over 90% of 338 affected Airbus A320 aircraft with minimal flight disruptions. DGCA data shows only 4 cancellations during the process.
IndiGo becomes first major Indian operator to complete mandatory Airbus A320 fleet upgrades. Air India and Air India Express also report 90% completion. Read about the safety enhancements.
IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express race to complete Airbus software updates by Saturday, causing minor flight disruptions. Stay informed about travel impacts.