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Deutsche Aircraft officially appoints Patricia Ferrari
Deutsche Aircraft has announced the official appointment of Patricia Ferrari as Vice President of Supply Chain. Ferrari will lead and manage the supply chain organisation, working closely with strategic partners to ensure exceptional quality and efficiency while accelerating the transition to more sustainable aviation. Her appointment follows the departure of Maximilian D. Fahr.
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April 2025
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IG Drones Wins IESA Technovation National Best Startup Award
IG Drones, India's leading drone manufacturing and solutions provider, has won the prestigious IESA Technovation Best StartUp Award in the 'Electronics Product Category-Drones' to drive advanced design-led innovations and strengthen the country's semiconductor ecosystem at the 19th IESA Vision Summit 2025-Gujarat Semiconnect, held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat from March 5-7.
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April 2025
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Air India Inaugurates Centre of Digital Innovation
Air India, has announced the inauguration of its newly created Air India Centre of Digital Innovation (CODi) in Kochi.
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April 2025
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No more stalking in the air!
For many years, monitoring the private flights of billionaires and celebrities had become a pastime for internet detectives and aviation aficionados.
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April 2025
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Eve Air Mobility and Ul Helicopter Collaborate
Eve Air Mobility, a company dedicated to fostering Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) globally, and UI Helicopter, South Korea's leading helicopter operator and maintenance provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cultivate the industry's ecosystem in South Korea.
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April 2025
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Airbus commitments for 118 helicopters
Airbus Helicopters wraps up the 2025 edition of VERTICON with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from customers worldwide for a variety of its multi-mission helicopters.
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April 2025
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IN-FLIGHT DELIGHT
The use of Augmented Reality devices could transform the in-flight experience in the future, highlights MIKE RAJKUMAR
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April 2025
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Global 7500 Business Jet Achieves 100th Speed Record
Bombardier announced in first week of March that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records.
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April 2025
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Boeing, Learning Links Foundation Skill-up Students
Boeing India and the Learning Links Foundation (LLF) announced the completion of the third batch of graduates from their industrial training program in aerospace manufacturing in Andhra Pradesh. With a fourth batch underway, this youth skilling program will train a total of 127 students by April 2025.
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April 2025
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FRACTIONAL JET OWNERSHIP SOARS
Fractional jet ownership is gaining traction in India, fuelled by government support and a luxury market projected to hit $200 billion by 2030, with companies like IndiaJets leading the way despite regulatory hurdles
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April 2025
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ELEVATING AIRPORT PERFORMANCE
India’s aviation sector is grappling with efficiency and punctuality challenges as passenger numbers soar, though innovations like Al and Digi Yatra are paving the way for smoother operations
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April 2025
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CABIN COMFORT
Business jet interiors are scaling new heights with a greater focus on sustainability highlights ATUL CHANDRA
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March 2025
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INDIA'S DRONE SECTOR AT INFLECTION POINT
At Aero India 2025, drones prominently featured in the spotlight, and justifiably so, as these unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are poised to significantly impact various sectors in the near future, including defense, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, surveillance, and entertainment. The rapid advancement of drone technologies was evident at Aero India; however, large-scale deployment remains limited due to several factors, primarily concerning safety and security regulations. R. CHANDRAKANTH reports on the evolution of this platform and their imposing presence at Aero India
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March 2025
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Noida Airport delayed
A Noida International Airport (DXN) in Jewar is unlikely to commence scheduled passenger operations by the April 2025 deadline due to delays in the construction of the terminal.
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March 2025
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WHAT A CLEAR FLIGHT!
Advanced avionics upgrades offer a dramatic increase in enhancing efficiency and flight safety in general aviation aircraft. ATUL CHANDRA reports
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March 2025
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CONNECTED IN FLIGHT
An in-depth report by ATUL CHANDRA indicates that inflight Wi-Fi will not only enhance the passenger experience but also enhance airline efficiency.
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March 2025
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BOEING INDIA WILL BE THE FASTEST-GROWING AVIATION MARKET
Boeing anticipates a substantial demand for approximately 2,900 new aircraft in the region over the next twenty years. This figure indicates a four-fold rise compared to current numbers. NIDHI SHARMA dissects the numbers and how it will impact Indian carriers.
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March 2025
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world's best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive year
Embraer's Phenom 300 series is once again the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
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March 2025
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AIR INDIA'S CODESHARE STRATEGY
As Air India advances with its ambitious five-year turnaround initiative, it has begun to broaden its partnerships across various regions, including Australia, Japan, Singapore, and Europe, with the aim of delivering an unprecedented, streamlined experience for its passengers. AMEYA JOSHI reports
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March 2025
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AIRPORTS AND MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORT HUBS
Airports around the globe have focused on the development of Multi-Modal Transport Hubs (MMTH) to ensure a smooth and efficient travel experience. Indian airports, particularly those in Bengaluru and Delhi, have rapidly embraced this international trend. RASHEED KAPPAN dissects this trend and how it helps passengers get in and out of airports.
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March 2025
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CIVILIAN DRONES AND HELICOPTERS ADD DIVERSITY TO AERO-INDIA 2025
Aero India 2025 maintained its status as the nation's leading aerospace exhibition, characterized by the presence of major Indian and multinational corporations demonstrating their capabilities in military aviation, equipment, and services.
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March 2025
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THE 'SUNRISE' OF ULTRA-LONG-HAUL AIR TRAVEL
Qantas's Project Sunrise draws inspiration from the airline's legendary 'Double Sunrise' flights during World War II. As the airline prepares to transform long-haul travel by establishing non-stop connections between Australia and Europe, the airline recently unveiled the special seats for this 24-hour, ultra-long-haul flight. NIDHI SHARMA reports on the developments.
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March 2025
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TRANSFORMING Passenger Aircraft
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is redefining aircraft conversions with a strategic approach to passenger-to-freighter (P2F) transformations. By selecting aircraft based on market demand and operational efficiency, IAI ensures its freighter solutions align with industry needs. Collaborations with global partners further strengthen its capabilities, driving innovation in air cargo transportation, highlights BOAZ LEVY, President and CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries
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March 2025
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Bombardier Celebrates Milestone
Bombardier is proud to announce the delivery of its 1,000th super-midsize aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the history of business aviation.
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March 2025
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D328eco® A Game Changer for India's Regional Aviation
Deutsche Aircraft is positioning the D328eco as the ideal solution for India's growing regional connectivity, emphasising fuel efficiency, SAF compatibility, and adaptability. With strong local partnerships and a tailored aftermarket support model, the company aims to establish a lasting presence in the Indian market. NILS HEUER, Sales Director, Deutsche Aircraft, shares insights on their strategy, partnerships, and vision for the future.
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March 2025
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GIFT CITY TRANSFORMING AIRCRAFT LEASING IN INDIA
With India's aviation sector expanding rapidly, GIFT City is emerging as a key enabler in the aircraft leasing space. By offering a well-structured financial ecosystem, regulatory clarity, and competitive tax incentives, it is attracting global players to set up operations in India. NITIN SARIN, Managing Partner, Sarin & Co. shares insights on how GIFT City is shaping the future of aircraft leasing.
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March 2025
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AERO-INDIA 2025
CIVILIAN DRONES AND HELICOPTERS ADD DIVERSITY TO
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March 2025
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INDIA'S DRONE SECTORAT INFLECTION POINT
At Aero India 2025, drones prominently featured in the spotlight, and justifiably so, as these unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are poised to significantly impact various sectors in the near future, including defense, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, surveillance, and entertainment. The rapid advancement of drone technologies was evident at Aero India; however, large-scale deployment remains limited due to several factors, primarily concerning safety and security regulations R.CHANDRAKANTH reports on the evolution of this platform and their imposing presence at Aero India.
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March 2025
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Taking Off: The rise of personalised IFE
In-flight entertainment systems now play a big part in how airlines are perceived by passengers. Increasingly, these IFE systems are getting sophisticated and highly customised to cater to individual tastes,
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February 2025
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NIA and NMIA— a giant leap for Indian aviation
Two landmark airports — Navi Mumbai and Noida International Airport in Greater Noida are scheduled to be inaugurated in the coming weeks with commercial operations later this year. Ameya Joshi reports on how transformative the new airports will be for Indian Aviation
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