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SP’s Aviation
BOEING 777X (777-9) MAKES ITS INDIA DEBUT
Boeing’s latest widebody 777-9 takes center stage at Wings India 2024, poised to redefine travel experience
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Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
SCRIPTING THE INDIAN AVIATION STORY
Connecting India to the world in Amrit Kaal and setting the stage for India Civil Aviation @2047
8 min |
Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
GOVERNMENT APPROVES BIG-TICKET MILITARY ACQUISITION WORTH ₹84,560 CRORE ($10.57 BN)
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) granted approval for Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for various capital acquisition proposals amounting to ₹84,560 crore ($10.57 billion). The DAC also notified amendments in Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020, reducing the overall procurement cycle for Start-Ups & MSMEs.
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Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
DEFENDING DRDO - RESTRUCTURE THE RESPONSIBILITIES
A strategic transformation of DRDO is needed to chart a course for excellence in defence technology and a more agile and responsive future
5 min |
Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
NETRA - EYES IN THE SKY
Indian AEW&C Platforms to Bolster Network-Centric Air Operations
7 min |
Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
FORCE MULTIPLIERS – ACTION UNFOLDING INDIA
Force multipliers play an undeniable role in amplifying air dominance, demanding continued investment and strategic implementation
8 min |
Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
IAF MODERNISATION ROADMAP
IAF’s pursuit of Air Space Supremacy amid a surfeit of challenges
8 min |
Issue 2, 2024
SP’s Aviation
EVE AIR MOBILITY COLLABORATES WITH FLEXJET
Eve Air Mobility has achieved a key milestone in the progression of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) through a collaborative partnership with global private aviation leader Flexjet.
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
SUNEXPRESS TO BUY UP TO 90 BOEING 737 MAX
Boeing and SunExpress, a joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, announced the airline has again selected the 737 MAX to continue its robust growth.
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
PORTER AIRLINES ORDERS 25 EMBRAER E195-E2S
Porter Airlines has exercised purchase rights to place a firm order for 25 Embraer E195-E2 passenger jets, adding to their 50 existing firm orders.
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
LANDMARK ORDER FOR UP TO 67 BOEING JETS
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced the carrier has agreed to order 11 787 Dreamliner and 20 737 MAX airplanes with an opportunity for 15 and 21 additional jets, respectively.
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
CAE SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR THE INTEGRATION OF FLIGHT OPERATIONS SOLUTIONS
CAE announced at the Dubai International Airshow that it has signed a multi-year contract to provide its advanced Crew Management and Operations Control solutions to the Air India Group airlines
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
RICHARD MCSPADDEN
MeSpadden once wrote, \"Flying has brought so much to my life - in many ways has been my life.... I feel a growing urge to give back, cast a wider net, and expose more people to this splendid experience that can change the trajectory of a life.
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
BUILDING ATMANIRBHARTA IN MRO SECTOR IN INDIA
Boeing is working with suppliers, industry, and leading MROS to help establish India as a regional hub for MRO
4 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
A CLASS OF ITS OWN
Passenger- and pilot-centric, the Falcon 6X reflects the next step in Dassault's legendary aircraft heritage
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Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
INDIA'S EVOLVING BUSINESS AVIATION LANDSCAPE
The Business Aviation industry in India has had its share of kinks and hopes but the necessity for the efficient transportation of goods and executives will lead to an increased reliance on private aircraft
8 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
MASTERING THE SKIES - TOP SIMULATORS
Elevating Pilot training to new heights with precision, realism, and immersive experiences through the cutting-edge world of Full Flight Simulators
6 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
STEERING A NEW COURSE
Addressing the imminent Pilot shortage poses a significant challenge for the Aviation sector, necessitating innovative and proactive solutions
8 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
BUILDING SKIES, BUILDING DREAMS
Salil Gupte, President, Boeing India talks to Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP's Aviation on Boeing's role in the future of Indian Aviation
4 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
GROWING EAST AND WEST
Air India Eyes Intercontinental Expansion
4 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
INDIA'S AVIATION RESURGENCE
The saga of Aviation in India is truly unfolding as the sector recovers from the challenges of the pandemic and takes flight towards prosperity by the end of this decade
8 min |
Issue 1, 2024
SP’s Aviation
DEVELOP 'ATMANIRBHARTA IN CIVIL AVIATION'
Despite the obvious challenges, a concerted push for Atmanirbharta in Commercial Aviation is required for enhanced technological independence and reduced vulnerability, if India truly wants to be a major player in the global aviation landscape
3 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
LEARJET 23: SPEARHEADING THE BIZJET REVOLUTION
The Learjet 23's sleek, futuristic design, all-metal construction and superlative performance practically screamed \"fighter jet\". Just like a fighter it could carry out a range of aerobatic manoeuvres.
3 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
A GRAND SHOWCASE OF AEROSPACE EXCELLENCE
The latest innovations and advancements on display, the most thrilling airplanes taking to the skies, sustainability and advanced air mobility developments and significant deals, made the Dubai Airshow 2023, an aerospace spectacle
6 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
POISED FOR GROWTH
The Middle East stands as one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, with an annual regional fleet expansion of 5.1 per cent over the next decade
5 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
TURBULENT SKIES
Navigating Pilot Shortage in Commercial and Business Aviation will require a collaborative approach by all stakeholders
7 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
SOARING HIGH WITH DIGITAL SKIES
Online training programmes have emerged as a dynamic and accessible solution, offering cockpit crew a flexible and convenient avenue to hone their skills and stay current with industry standards, all from the comfort of their homes or offices
6 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
A HIGH-FLYING YEAR
During 2023, the aviation industry continued to fly high despite challenges like shortage of skilled personnel, escalating fuel prices, regulatory constraints, and airport capacities
7 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
WINGS OF INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
Soaring beyond borders with elevated standards of excellence, Embraer Defense & Security is pioneering innovative solutions for the defence and security challenges worldwide
7 min |
Issue 12, 2023
SP’s Aviation
DRONE REVOLUTION IN THE ISRAEL DEFENCE FORCES (IDF)
THE ISRAEL DEFENCE FORCES (IDF) are recognised as one of the most prolific users of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as Drones, for military purposes. Their extensive fleet of drones, coupled with innovative operational strategies, has transformed their approach to warfare. These Unmanned Aerial Vehicles are no longer mere reconnaissance tools; they are transforming battlefield tactics, offering unparalleled opportunities while simultaneously presenting unique challenges.
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