IndiGo is the sixth in the world!

It has been a remarkable climb to the Top-10 in the world. Few expected IndiGo to achieve the position it has, when it first ordered 100 aircraft at the Paris air show in the early part of this century. It has proved every detractor wrong and as it now hits the top 10 in the world; IndiGo only reaffirms its excellence as an airline.

An era of widebodies

The geographical tensions have meant that there is a need for longer range aircraft which will help the airlines sustain large areas which are not available for emergency diversions, and also circuitous routes.

Going Green: The 2050 challenge

Powering aircrafts of the future? It could be Hydrogen, it could be electric or both. Companies on both sides of the Atlantic have set ambitious deadlines to conquer the next frontier in innovation

“In 2021, 39 new routes have been created in India with ATR aircraft”

The ATR 72-600 is the proven benchmark in the regional aviation market with the lowest seat mile cost in its category, while the ATR 42-600 has the lowest trip cost in its category, explains JEAN-PIERRE CLERCIN, ATR's Head of Region Asia Pacific, in this exclusive interaction with CRUISING HEIGHTS.

LEAP engine continues to set the industry standards

The LEAP fleet has accumulated nearly 17 million engine flight hours and eight million flight cycles since entering commercial service in August 2016. Since then, the engine programme has grown exponentially, says GAEL MÉHEUST, President and CEO, CFM, in this one-on-one with CRUISING HEIGHTS

Jewar: The NCR's second airport

Finally, a reality after years and years of being in the pipeline, Jewar Airport is likely to be a logistic hub for the region besides handling passenger traffic. YIAPL promises an airport that is future ready

The power of Trent

Engine stability and safety will be a critical a factor to consider for long-haul routes, and Rolls-Royce's Trent family of turbofan aircraft engines have been setting performance benchmarks for civil aviation with every new model, explains KISHORE JAYARAMAN, President, India & South Asia, Rolls-Royce

With $10 billion invested in R&D, we pioneered the GTF technology

With the kind of fuel economics and industry-leading dispatch reliability the current engine is now delivering; we expect the GTF Advantage, with its incremental thrust and efficiency gains, to have a market in India in future, says ASHMITA SETHI, President & Country Head, Pratt & Whitney, in this one-on-one with CRUISING HEIGHTS.

The year of next set of privatisation

As the next phase of airport privatisation begins, it is now a combination of larger airports and very small airports which will be offered as a package to ensure that more airports can be privatised.

In climb mode: 2022 to emerge as another great year for Airbus

Airbus now offers a modern portfolio of jetliners, which offers 20-25 percent fuel efficiency benefits and attendant Co2 advantages over older generation aircraft.

The India-North America connection

The convenience of flying non-stop has ensured that airlines not only survived but also thrived in the India-USA and India-Canada sectors.

The full potential of regional aviation in India is still to be realised

Regional jets provide airlines the flexibility to place the aircraft on strategically important routes where demand is currently thin, explains RAUL VILLARON, Vice President, Asia Pacific, Embraer, in this interview with CRUISING HEIGHTS

The gateway kings

From a customer point of view what will the duopoly of Adani and GMR at the top mean? A drive for airport excellence, innovation and a world-class passenger experience. Would it also mean higher charges? AMEYA JOSHI reports

Indian business jet operators will have strong interest in the 6X

Owning a Falcon Jet is a different kind of business aviation experience, where owners and employees of Dassault Aviation feel a true family bond, says CARLOS BRANA, EVP, Dassault Aviation Civil Aircraft, in this interview with CRUISING HEIGHTS.

How good is UDAN?

The focus of UDAN on connecting India's hinterland to the main airports, and later connecting hinterland within themselves, is a task that requires structural changes to the aviation setup in India.

Effects of airspace closure over Eastern Europe

With the Russia-Ukraine war breaking out and the skies over Eastern Europe already closed for civilian flights, the global aviation industry is entering a zone of unprecedented turbulence with no clear solution to the crisis visible.

We Will Declare You Insolvent, SC Warns SpiceJet

SpiceJet is facing severe turbulence as it is stretched financially and the debts keep pilling up

New Airlines Galore In 2022!

A large number of new players are entering the airline business in 2022. That includes Akasa Air in India, and two in the UK- Hans Airways and Flypop, that will fly to India specifically. A special report

War of the freighters: Boeing B-777X versus Airbus A-350F

It was a programme launched without fanfare and without a launch customer. But Airbus was a success and went ahead with the launch nonetheless. In Dubai it catch-up, has now announced the assessment of the battle of the freighters.

REFLECTIVE REVERIE

Reflections by M is purely a passion driven works of Manoj Arora.

Biometrics goes bigtime at airports

After the global shock to air travel in 2020, investment in IT by airlines and airports just about returned to growth in 2021 and now looks set for cautious growth in 2022 and stronger growth up to 2024, according to the Air Transport IT Insights-2021 report by aviation communications and IT giant SITA.

Will it be more of the same?

2021 was as tough year for civil aviation. Will 2022 serve more of the same or will it be any different? AMEYA JOSHI examines

SPRIGHTLY AT EIGHTY!

She is 80. She is sprightly, loves to get to work every morning and is Virgin Atlantic’s oldest staff member!

Will it be more of the same?

2021 was as tough year for civil aviation. Will 2022 serve more of the same or will it be any different?

The 5G Conundrum!

American airlines have gone into a full-fledged public outcry against the rollout of 5G networks across the US, especially around airports. The public spat has resulted in a temporary truce with AT&T and Verizon postponing the rollout next to airports. But they are pushing back and saying: “We are frustrated by the FAA’s inability to do what nearly 40 countries have done, which is to safely deploy 5G technology without disrupting aviation services. The battle is far from over". An update on 5G and why the airlines are squeamish.

We will declare you insolvent, SC warns SpiceJet

SpiceJet is facing severe turbulence as it is stretched financially and the debts keep piling up

Cargo ops at Delhi airport recovers to pre-pandemic levels

Delhi Airport last year saw cargo movement return to almost pre-Covid levels, thanks to its strong international connectivity and being the nodal hub for sending pandemic relief material across the country.

What's behind the legal dispute between Qatar Airways and Airbus?

Qatar Airways is seeking compensation of $618 million plus $4 million a day after grounding 21 A-350s over safety concerns. Qatar Airways has been locked for months in a legal dispute with Europe’s Airbus manufacturer over “serious and legitimate safety concerns” after a delivery of A-350 jets. Qatar’s state-owned airline is seeking compensation, saying that the flawed planes forced it to ground 21 of its fleet of 53 Airbus A-350s in both its 1000 and 900 series.

The Maharaja returns to the Tatas

On January 27, Air India returned to the Tatas. It was the first major privatisation of the Narendra Modi Government. As the euphoria settles, the hard work now begins to integrate brands and create a global airline

REFLECTIVE REVERIE

Reflections by M is purely a passion driven works of Manoj Arora. Deeply influenced by art photography, after years of travelling around the world imbibing art and design, Manoj Arora creates distinctive digital fine art photography, simple and minimal yet remarkably powerful visuals deeply influenced by nature and marvellous architectures, every reflection permeates light and positivity.