In this issue

SP's AirBuz is an exclusive magazine on civil aviation from India that has been launched by Mr Ashok Chawla, Secretary - Ministry of Civil Aviation in April, 2008. The magazine started as bimonthly will endeavour to cover various aspects of the civil aviation industry.

It is therefore a unique vehicle - which never existed in India before - to convey the concerns, ambitions, achievements and anticipations of its key drivers and architects. SP Guide Publications known for filling the gaps in the industry, since 1964, decided to offer yet another initiative through the launch of this magazine.

SP's AirBuz is the ideal platform to showcase and broadcast the twists and turns that will shape the civil aviation industry and ultimately determine the tenor of its success story. It will every alternate month bring to you a swath of holistic, incisive and in-depth news, views and interviews from the industry.

SP's AirBuz does offer a unique vehicle to showcase the phenomenal growth of the civil aviation industry and the host of roles of OEMs involved in the industry from different parts of the world.

Bio-Fuel Technology — Future Of Power

With the growing alarm and awareness of depleting fossil fuels and concerns regarding the environment, the market for alternative fuels for the aviation industry is expected to grow significantly

5 mins

Indian Civil Aviation Industry — Corrections Needed

With the potential for growth in the Indian civil aviation industry being high, there is a need to take corrective steps to ensure its vibrant and dynamic growth

8 mins

Udan Enters Cruise Mode

The credibility of UDAN is now fairly well established and once Round Two is implemented, it will add about five per cent to the total passenger trips in the country.

5 mins

Udan Scheme Gets A Major Push In The Union Budget 2018-19

While Minister of State for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha had declared the Union Budget 2018-19 as a ‘political document’, some of the plans mentioned in the fiscal budget may bode well for Indian aviation especially for the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme. From improving flight operations due to poor visibility during smog in winter months to expanding the airports, many grand plans were unveiled.

2 mins

A Concrete Step To Address Pilot Shortage

The airline industry offers tremendous opportunity and job security for pilots, especially with such robust growth in air travel projected over the next twenty years

2 mins

Business Scope For Civil MRO In India

It is expected that approximately 10,000 aircraft would be in service in the region by 2035, creating an opportunity for the major MRO players in the region

7 mins

Opportunities For Business Jets And MRO Companies

Facts and the subsequent analyses provide useful insights for business jet owners and Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service providers to discover where new business opportunities lie

3 mins

Saras Airborne Again!

Nine years after the fatal accident that paralysed the project, the Saras got airborne once again and rekindled hope of revival of the indigenous civil aircraft programme

3 mins

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SP's Airbuz Magazine Description:

SP's AirBuz captures and analyses the latest development in civil aviation, in terms of technological developments, strategic plans, modernization and expansion of civil aviation sector in Asia and Pacific region, including Middle East