Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum took to X, formerly Twitter, on Sunday to announce that his government has approved the designs for the new passenger terminals at AI Maktoum International Airport worth $34.85 billion. Largest airport in world The Al Maktoum International Airport will be the largest in the world having a capacity […]
Category: Civil Aviation
Startup ePlane Company to develop electric air taxi prototype by March 2025
The ePlane Company, a Chennai-based startup, is expected to develop a certifiable prototype of a flying taxi by March 2025 aiming to alleviate urban congestion. With this, the company which was incubated out of the IIT-Madras, aims to commercialise its drones in the coming months. The drones have a payload capacity of 206 kg. Satya […]
Flight Ticket Prices: This new DGCA guideline to ease burden on your pocket – Details inside
Good news for air travellers! In its new guidelines for airlines, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked airlines to provide passengers with the option to opt-out or opt-in certain services, which impact the base fare. This means that flyers in India can now pick and choose services offered by operators and save […]
Delta Airlines Boeing 767 makes emergency return after exit slide falls off mid-air
A Boeing 767 aircraft belonging to Delta Airlines had to make an emergency return to John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. This action was necessitated after one of its emergency exit slides fell-off following take-off, reported US-based media outlet NPR citing the airline. Detached exit slide prompts urgent return A Delta spokesperson […]
IndiGo’s move to acquire wide-body planes augurs well for Indian aviation: Crisil
IndiGo’s move to acquire wide-body planes augurs well for Indian aviation. Long-haul international routes tend to be more profitable, and this decision could also contribute to establishing India as an aviation hub, as per rating agency CRISIL. Until January of the previous year, IndiGo solely operated a fleet of single-aisle Airbus aircraft. However, in February […]
Indian and Russian firms secure management contract for Sri Lanka’s Mattala International Airport
The management rights for Sri Lanka’s Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport in Hambantota have been awarded to a joint venture between an Indian and a Russian firm, the government spokesman stated on Friday. The $209 million facility was once called the “world’s emptiest airport” because it lacked sufficient flights and passenger traffic. Partnership secures management rights […]
Noida International Airport completes vital DME and DVOR air calibration, sets stage for aviation growth
The Noida International Airport on Thursday announced the completion of air calibration for the DVOR and DME systems. These systems are crucial components aiding navigation, landing, and aircraft departure. Last week, calibration commenced with the inaugural flight of the Beechcraft King Air B300, a twin-engine turboprop aircraft, at the greenfield airport in Jewar, approximately 75 […]
Rolls Royce and IndiGo Forge New Partnership: Trent XWB Engines Set to Power Growth
Rolls-Royce has recently unveiled a significant development in its partnership with IndiGo, a prominent Indian airline, with an agreement to supply 60 Trent XWB-84 engines. This marks the first collaboration between Rolls-Royce and IndiGo, underlining the growing importance of the Indian aviation market for the renowned engine manufacturer. Under the terms of the agreement, Rolls-Royce’s […]
IndiGo ventures into wide-body aircraft territory with order for 30 Airbus A350s
IndiGo placed its first-ever order for wide-body aircraft on Thursday. This move signals the low-cost carrier’s strategic expansion into the international travel market, aiming to compete more effectively with major Gulf airlines. IndiGo’s strategic expansion plans IndiGo has ordered 30 A350-900 aircraft and anticipates deliveries to commence in 2027. Additionally, the airline holds purchase rights […]
Rolls Royce and IndiGo Forge New Partnership: Trent XWB Engines Set to Power Growth
Rolls-Royce has recently unveiled a significant development in its partnership with IndiGo, a prominent Indian airline, with an agreement to supply 60 Trent XWB-84 engines. This marks the first collaboration between Rolls-Royce and IndiGo, underlining the growing importance of the Indian aviation market for the renowned engine manufacturer. Under the terms of the agreement, Rolls-Royce’s […]
Private airports projected for 30% revenue surge amid escalating traffic: Crisil report
Due to escalating traffic, private airports in the country are poised to experience a 30% surge in their topline this fiscal year, a report stated on Thursday. With the rise in passenger volume, airports are projected to witness an increase in both aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues. According to a report by credit rating agency Crisil, […]
Big leap for aviation industry! Honeywell Technology revolutionises sustainable aviation fuel production, reducing costs and waste
Honeywell today made a bid announcement regarding hydrocracking technology that can be used in the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from biomass. The fuel will be 90% less carbon intensive compared to traditional fossil-based jet fuels. The new Honeywell technology claims to manufacture 3-5 % more sustainable aviation fuel and results in cost savings […]