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FROM 'FAIR SKIES' TO 'FAVOURABLE SKIES'?
The story of airline disruption refunds in the US reveals a dramatic policy reversal and a tug-of-war between passenger advocates and industry lobbyists.
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September 2025
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Entertained at Thirty Thousand Feet
Live in-flight TV: Despite challenges, the streaming battle is on
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September 2025
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Blockchain in Air Cargo - Beyond the Buzzword
Blockchain is making serious waves in the air cargo industry as the ultimate trust-building tool in a world that thrives on speed, precision, and global coordination.
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September 2025
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Executive Efficiency
New-generation business jets are flying faster and further than ever before. ATUL CHANDRA outlines the developments
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September 2025
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HEATHROW'S GAMBIT FOR A £49BN RUNWAY TO THE FUTURE
Heathrow has submitted its planning application for a third runway.
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September 2025
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INDIGO AT 19
Almost two decades ago, IndiGo took off with a modest promise of punctual flights, no-frills service, and fares low enough to bring millions into the skies.
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September 2025
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A Duty-free adventure
With passenger numbers soaring in India, the airport retail sector is deploying AI- driven personalisation, immersive experiences, and strategic layouts to captivate a new generation of travellers.
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September 2025
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Why Hybrid Propulsion Matters for India
Hybrid engines are a vital step forward from conventional jet engine technology to future propulsion technologies for aviation.
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September 2025
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PITCHING FOR Global Equity
As Air India and IndiGo struggle to expand globally, New Delhi has taken up the case of slot allocation at major European hubs with ICAO. The outcome could well set the norms, giving developing-nation carriers a level playing field.
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September 2025
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Wings Level
Despite trade tensions in various parts of the world, OEMs are continuing to rack up aircraft order, reports,
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September 2025
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AIR INDIA AND IOC TAKE OFF WITH GREEN FUEL
India's aviation sector is entering a transformative phase with Air India and the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) inking an MOU for the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marking the first such agreement in the country.
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September 2025
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Boeing Plans Steady Ramp-Up of 737 MAX Output
American aerospace manufacturer Boeing is preparing to increase production of its 737 MAX aircraft from the current 38 units a month to 42, once it receives regulatory approval.
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August 2025
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Why does India have no widebody freighters ?
The growth in air freight in India could result in an opportunity for the induction of larger freighter aircraft such as the B777-8 and A350F.
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August 2025
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When Becoming Big and Dangerous Isn't Considered Unsafe
In the world of aviation, safety is sacrosanct. Every checklist, every simulator session, every pilot hour logged is underpinned by the singular pursuit of ensuring that aircraft operate within tightly controlled margins of safety. And yet, in some rare and paradoxical cases, an airline can reach a size where - even when its operations exhibit persistent safety lapses - it becomes virtually immune to the consequences that smaller entities would inevitably face. Air India is one such case. CAPTAIN AMIT SINGH dissects the trends at Air India
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August 2025
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Why India's Business Jets are out of Reach for Most
Despite a growing operation and increased business movements, India's general aviation ecosystem remains predominantly controlled by the nation's wealthiest individuals. Regulatory bottlenecks and high costs still come in the way of the speedy growth of this industry.
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August 2025
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Boeing continues to lead the charge in freighters
Earlier this month, Air Lease Corp cancelled its order with Airbus for seven A350F. Airbus’ monthly orders and delivery report on July 9 indicated seven fewer orders for the new widebody cargo aircraft. Chief Executive Officer John Plueger confirmed that Air Lease cancelled the Airbus, saying development delays and the proliferation of tariffs contributed to the decision.
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August 2025
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Are the new airports workable ?
As new regional airports struggle to stay afloat, there is a rush to build more airports. It could well result in the creation of ghost airports with few or no flights.
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August 2025
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India Becomes World's Fifth Largest Aviation Market
India has emerged as the world's fifthlargest aviation market in 2024, surpassing Japan which handled around 205 million passengers on its way up the rankings.
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August 2025
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Flight of the Falcon
Dassault and Reliance will manufacture the Falcon 2000 LXS business jet in India, but its long-term viability is not clear.
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August 2025
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Dassault is already manufacturing in Nagpur
The Dassault Reliance Aerospace Limited (DARL) is a fully operational aerospace hub in Nagpur. It will require little effort to create a final assembly line.
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August 2025
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Adani Defence, Prime Aero acquire Indamer Technics to boost India's MRO leadership
Adani Defence & Aerospace, in partnership with Prime Aero, has signed a binding agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Indamer Technics Private Limited (ITPL), one of India's leading private-sector Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) companies.
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August 2025
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IndiGo commences construction of MRO facility
6E kickstarted their MRO ambitions in Bengaluru with an auspicious Bhoomi Poojan (groundbreaking ceremony) at the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru.
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August 2025
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The magic of a small town connection
Manas Kulkarni, who grows bananas, cotton, pulses, etc., in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district, flew on his 50th FLY91 flight from Jalgaon to Pune on July 2. The lone FLY91 flight from Jalgaon to Pune takes just over an hour to complete its journey. Manas Kulkarni, an agriculturist who grows a range of crops, including cotton, bananas, pigeon pea (toor dal), wheat, maize, gram and onion in his fields in Vivare Bk village, in Jalgaon's Raver taluka, has taken that flight 50 times so far. The 54-year-old quietly clocked his half-century in the sky, for which he was felicitated by the regional airline's staff at the Jalgaon airport.
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August 2025
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CAN INDIA'S YOUNGEST AIRLINE SURVIVE ITS AMBITION?
When Akasa Air took off in 2022, it promised to rewrite the rules of Indian aviation-lean, modern, investorbacked, and aggressively ambitious. Positioned as a nimble disruptor in a crowded sky, the airline quickly captured market attention with rapid route expansion and a bold all-Boeing fleet strategy. Yet, as Akasa enters its third year, the narrative has grown more complex.
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August 2025
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Booking.com's latest research reveals the Indian travellers' quirks, hiccups and comforts
Booking.com's latest research, in collaboration with YouGov, delves into these unforgettable aspects of the Indian holiday experience. From the panic over a forgotten phone charger and the comforting presence of homemade namkeen, to the chaos of luggage mix-ups and the appeal of hotel freebies, the report unpacks the relatable quirks shaping Indian travellers' journeys.
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August 2025
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Turbulent Times
Embraer is heavily dependent on the U.S. market, and tariff concerns could impact its overall health, says ATUL CHANDRA
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August 2025
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The battle for the cockpit
In the high-growth corridors of Indian aviation, the fiercest competition is for pilots. Over the past year, a quiet but escalating talent war has upended airline schedules, strained training pipelines, and sent boardrooms scrambling for answers. Gulf carriers have become a magnet for Indian-trained commanders, while domestic rivals poach from one another in a cycle of disruption and retaliation. India recently broke the silence, taking the fight to the ICAO and urging the creation of a global code of conduct to curb aggressive last-minute hiring.
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August 2025
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How Embraer dodged a bullet
The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer has escaped the wrath of President Trump's tariffs, not without considerable support from US regional carriers for whom the company's jets are critical.health
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August 2025
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Boeing 777X Nears Key Certification Milestone
IndiGo has unveiled direct flights between Hindon (Ghaziabad) and Goa, commencing 20 July 2025.
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August 2025
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Russia Prepares First Flight of Indigenous MC-21 Jet
Russia is set to reach a significant milestone in its civil aviation ambitions with the maiden flight of the fully Russian-made MC-21 passenger aircraft, scheduled for August 2025.
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