Recognising defence exports as a key pillar of sustainable growth of the Indian defence industry, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday inaugurated the Regional Office of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Kuala Lumpur. This Regional Office will facilitate close defence industrial collaboration between India and Malaysia. It will also serve as a hub for the […]
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Two drones shot down by BSF in Punjab sector
The Border Security Force (BSF) has shot down two drones in as many days in the Punjab sector. While one of the two drones was of Chinese make, the other was assembled in Pakistan. On Sunday, the BSF and Punjab police launched a search operation on the outskirts of Kakkar village, Amritsar district following specific […]
26 Rafale Marine, Scorpene deal likely during Modi’s France visit
Giving a major boost to their bilateral defence and strategic ties, India and France are likely to sign two deals for acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets and three Scorpene submarines for the Indian Navy during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Paris starting July 13. The total cost of the two deals […]
Taxiways, 4th runway at IGIA from July 13
The dual elevated Eastern Cross Taxiways and the fourth runway at the Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) will be operational from July 13, that will enhance capacity amid growing air traffic. Union Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia will inaugurate it on July 13. Initially, the new runway, named ‘Runway 29 Right and 11 Left’ […]
Six killed in plane crash near Southern Calif airport
Six people were killed when a small plane crashed and burst into flames in a field during the second of two landing attempts in fog at a Southern California airport, authorities said. The crash of the Cessna C550 business jet occurred around 4:15 am on Saturday in Murrieta, about 80 miles (130 kilometres) southeast of […]
Entry in cockpit: DGCA tells airlines to strictly follow rules
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday issued an advisory asking airlines to strictly follow rules as well as sensitise pilots and cabin crew to prevent incidents of unauthorised entry of people into the cockpit. The move comes against the backdrop of two back to back cases of Air India pilots-in-command inviting friends […]
Go First revival plan: DGCA to examine documents, conduct audit before restarting operations
Aviation regulator DGCA will examine documents submitted by Go First related to the revival plan and will also conduct an audit on operational preparedness before allowing the carrier to restart operations, according to sources. Senior representatives of the current management of Go First, which has stopped flying since May 3, discussed various aspects of the […]
DIAL launches self-baggage drop facility to cut wait time
The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) launched the self-baggage drop facility on Monday, reducing wait time for passengers by 15 to 20 minutes. According to DIAL, the facility can cater to up to three passengers per minute. A 14 self-baggage drop machines – including 12 fully automated and two hybrids – have been installed at […]
Prayagraj airport to be given a facelift
In order to improve air connectivity of Sangam city with the rest of the country before the Mahakumbh-2025, the Yogi Adityanath government has decided to give the Prayagraj airport a major facelift. From air connectivity to expansion of terminal and number of flights, Prayagraj airport has left behind the airports of many cities. The revamp […]
Facing difficulty in acquiring land from farmers for Noida International Airport: YEIDA
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) on Monday admitted facing difficulty in acquiring land from farmers near the upcoming Noida International Airport with compensation rate being the point of conflict. The land is to be developed by the YEIDA for industrial, commercial and residential allotment in the region along the Yamuna Expressway’s upcoming sectors […]
GE Aerospace inks pact with HAL for joint production of fighter jet engines in India
In a landmark announcement, GE Aerospace on Thursday said it has inked a pact with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to jointly produce fighter jet engines for Indian Air Force’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Mk-II — Tejas. The announcement came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first state visit to the US at the invitation of President Joe […]
Air ambulance service in State soon
After implementing the Mukhya Mantri Bayu Swasthya Seva (MMBSS), the State Government has now initiated steps to roll out an air ambulance service across the State. The Government had launched the MMBSS in September 2021 to provide modern healthcare facilities by super specialty doctors to patients of remote areas of Nuapada, Kalahandi, Nabarangpur and Malkangiri […]