PUNE: Seeking to strengthen the aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) industry in India, Airbus is partnering with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to support their entry into servicing of commercial aircraft. Supporting the growth of an indigenous MRO industry is part of Airbus’ commitment to the holistic development of India’s aviation ecosystem. Through this partnership, […]
Category: Civil Aviation
Civil aviation ministry urged to ensure no additional charge during web check-in after booking of tickets
NEW DELHI: The consumer affairs department has urged the civil aviation ministry to look into the issue of some airlines charging for every seat at the time of web check-in and also to see that flyers get the exact fare without any hidden cost when they book tickets. Usually, the airlines charge for seats under […]
Ahmedabad fallout: AERA warns airports against levying extra charges on charter flights
NEW DELHI: The Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has warned operators against levying extra charges on charter flights, saying the same violates the provisions of the AERA Act. The warning, issued on November 7, comes after the Adani group had raised charges for charter flightsat Ahmedabad Airport during the ongoing ICC World Cup. Airlines had […]
Flying Wedge becomes the first company to get DGCA Type Certification for Unmanned Aircraft technology
Flying Wedge, the defense and aerospace company has announced that it has become the first company to secure DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) Type Certification for indigenous Unmanned Aircraft technology. This certification is an important step in ensuring the safety and reliability of unmanned aircraft within the country. Till now, only a few companies […]
Tata AIG offers travel insurance to passengers of Air India
MUMBAI: Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited now offers travel insurance to Air India, for both of its domestic and international travellers. The airline passengers can seamlessly purchase travel insurance while booking their flights through Air India’s various booking platforms the company said. “Air India passengers can buy comprehensive travel insurance cover while booking the […]
Germany: Travellers advised to avoid Hamburg airport, flights cancelled
German police advised travellers on Sunday not to use Hamburg airport due to a developing hostage situation. The airport in the northern part of the city has been closed to passengers and flights cancelled since Saturday night when an armed man broke through an airport gate with his vehicle and fired twice into the air […]
Troublesome engines: DGCA asks Pratt to have MRO in India; company ‘exploring’ feasibility
NEW DELHI: With Pratt & Whitney engine issues showing no signs of abating, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has strongly asked the company to have a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in India at the earliest. While new generation PW engines for the Airbus A320neo family of planes — used by IndiGo […]
IndiGo logs profit for 4th quarter in row
NEW DELHI: IndiGohas reported a profit of Rs 189 crore in the September quarter, against a loss of Rs 1,583 crore in Q2 last fiscal. India’s largest domestic airline saw its total income rise 21% to Rs 15,503 crore this Q2 from Rs 12,582 crore last year. The airline’s capacity increased by 27.7% and passengers […]
Boeing confirms ransomware attack, here’s what hackers are claiming
Aerospace major Boeing was recently listed on the leak site of the LockBit ransomware gang. Days after the listing, the US-based company has now confirmed it is dealing with a “cyber incident”. According to a report by TechCrunch, Boeing spokesperson Jim Proulx has confirmed that attackers had targeted “elements of our parts and distribution business.” […]
Good news for Indian diaspora! India, UK to sign new agreement to increase flights between Delhi, Mumbai & London Heathrow
India and the United Kingdom (UK) are expected to reach a new agreement that will allow airlines to operate more flights between Delhi, Mumbai, and London Heathrow airport. According to sources quoted in an ET report, this agreement will increase the number of flights between these Indian cities and London from 56 to 70 per […]
AirAsia India brand sunsets; stage set for mega AI Express soon
NEW DELHI: The Air Asia India brand sunset on October 31, 2023, just less than a decade after it started flying on June 12, 2014. The Tata-AirAsia Berhad JV had a turbulent journey due to the alleged control by the Malaysian partner. Things started clearing up only when Tatas decided to buy out AirAsia’s stake […]
GoFirst may lose its planes and engines
NEW DLEHI: GoFirst may no longer be able to hold on the aircraft and engines under the asset protection provided for a limited time by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code(IBC). The government on Wednesday clarified that notification issued this October exempting aircraft, aircraft engines, airframes and helicopters from IBC moratorium is effective retrospectively and not […]