THE YEAR 2023 TURNED OUT TO BE A LANDMARK YEAR FOR civil aviation, witnessing a flurry of orders and deals at major global airshows. These agreements have set an optimistic tone for the aviation industry, pointing towards a promising ascent in the times to come. With new airlines coming in; some old airlines’ consolidating, turning towards refurbishing their fleet and regional aviation seeing a growth, India too had an interesting year. Expected to surpass previous records by the close of 2024, the Indian aviation sector foresees substantial growth, fueled by significant aircraft orders from major carriers such as Air India and IndiGo this year. While challenges like a shortage of skilled personnel, escalating fuel prices, regulatory constraints, and airport capacities persist, the industry sees vast opportunities.
Sustainability took center stage with a surge in commitments to sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs). Urban air mobility (UAM) progressed, witnessed in global cities with test flights of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Despite pandemic challenges, airlines pursued ambitious fleet expansions and announced new routes, fostering recovery. Airports embraced digital transformation, introducing smart technologies for enhanced passenger experiences, while safety and security remained paramount.
AIRSHOW EXTRAVAGANZA
While many events happened across the globe in 2023, the Paris Air Show, Dubai Air Show and Aero India were among the top headline makers.
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SUSTAINABILITY-A BIG MILESTONE
A steely-eyed focus on sustainability is fundamentally altering the way the airline industry operates. But the pace of progress in both SAF and engine enhancement must be greatly accelerated to make net zero a reality
A GROWING & EXPANDING SECTOR
While the space sector is on an upward trajectory with the Indian Space Policy, FDI liberalisation and the recent authorisation guidelines, the success of these initiatives hinges on a clear legal and regulatory framework to support the industry.
AUGMENTING THE HELICOPTER FLEET
From Ukraine's frontlines to India's skies, a journey through Helicopter warfare and future strategies
C-390 MILLENNIUM EXPANDING FOOTPRINTS
This versatile and cost-effective medium-sized Military Transport Aircraft is making inroads into new markets across borders
CYBER LAWS AND REGULATIONS IN INDIA-MILITARY CHALLENGES
The recent attacks on Indian institutions, including the military establishment, call for comprehensive cyber policies which back the many dimensions of national security. In a new scathing report on coordinated cyberattacks on India, researchers have uncovered a new espionage campaign targeting Indian government agencies. What is needed?
THE FUTURE OF AERIAL COMBAT
The battle skies of tomorrow will be shaped and decided by pioneering technologies in aerial warfare
PAKISTAN ORBITING BACK INTO SPACE EXPLORATION
In a first, Pakistan's satellite, iCUBE-Q, was launched on May 3, 2024 to orbit the moon as part of China's Chang'e-6 lunar mission
IAI LAUNCHES AEROSPACE SERVICES INDIA
Israel Aerospace Industries IAI) reiterates its 3-decades’ long commitment with the launch of AeroSpace Services India ASI) in New Delhi
REDEFINING COMFORT IN BUSINESS JETS
Leading Bizjet manufacturers are transforming business travel with the use of cutting-edge technologies to deliver the ultimate travel experience Top of Form
AÉROSPATIALE/BAC CONCORDE: RACING THE SUN
Concorde was the only commercial plane that could race the sun. If it departed London at 10 am local time, it reached New York before 10 am local time.