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Rafale M Deal: India negotiating lower price after Rs 56,000-cr offer by France
The defence ministry is in the process of negotiating a lower acquisition price for Rafale M fighter jets. These jets have been selected to fulfill the Indian Navy's requirement for aircraft carrier-borne combat aircraft.
How Boeing's plea deal could affect the planemaker
Boeing will plead guilty to criminal fraud conspiracy, linked to two fatal 737 MAX crashes. This resolves a U.S. DOJ investigation but complicates Boeing’s crisis recovery. The plea includes a $487.2 million penalty and a three-year probation. Boeing's government contracts and compliance practices will face scrutiny under an independent monitor.
Boeing accepts a plea deal to avoid a criminal trial over 737 Max crashes, Justice Department says
Boeing is set to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two 737 Max jetliners that killed 346 people, after the government determined the company violated an agreement that had protected it from prosecution for more than three years. Federal prosecutors accused Boeing of deceiving regulators who approved the airplane and pilot-training requirements for it. The plea deal, which still requires federal judge approval, calls for Boeing to pay an additional $243.6 million fine, the same amount it paid under the 2021 settlement that the Justice Department said the company breached.
Boeing 737 Max: The troubled history of fatal crashes and 346 deaths in 7 years
The Boeing 737 Max, a fuel-efficient version of the popular 737, faced safety concerns after two crashes within seven years, resulting in 346 deaths. Worldwide regulators grounded all Max jets in March 2019, leading to the resignation of Boeing's CEO. Ongoing investigations, including a criminal probe, have impacted the aircraft's history.
What is the A-321 XLR aircraft? Why is there an increasing demand for this Airbus product?
The A-321 XLR aircraft has the capacity to travel long distance non-stop. Many airlines around the world are placing orders with Airbus.
Aviation market big enough for Akasa Air to succeed, says CEO Vinay Dube
As Akasa Air expands domestically and internationally, CEO Vinay Dube focuses on service excellence and cost leadership, rather than competition. With a fleet of 24 Boeing 737 MAX planes and over 900 weekly flights, the airline aims for profitability while planning further growth. Ancillary services and pilot satisfaction remain key priorities.
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Air India to introduce Airbus A350-900 on Delhi-London Heathrow route from September
Air India will deploy Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the Delhi-London Heathrow route from September 1, operating two daily flights. The new aircraft will replace Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on 14 of 17 weekly flights, adding 336 seats per week. CEO Campbell Wilson stated it's a milestone in elevating guest experience with upgraded cabins. New Airbus planes will upgrade 90% of Air India's London Heathrow flights.
Boeing offers to buy 737 supplier Spirit Aero for $35 per share: Report
Boeing has offered to acquire Spirit AeroSystems Holdings in a deal funded mostly by stock that values its key supplier at about $35 per share, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. This offer represents a premium of nearly 6% over Spirit's stock closing price of $33.07 on Monday and a 22.4% upside to its closing price on Feb. 29, the day before Boeing's takeover talks became public.
Air India Express moves to new campus, joins Air India in Vatika One-on-One complex in Gurugram
Air India Express has moved its headquarters to the Vatika One-on-One complex in Gurugram, now sharing the campus with Air India's main office. The new facility emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and a future-ready approach, featuring "The Patterns of India" theme in its design. It boasts an open floor plan with natural light, collaborative spaces, and gender-inclusive amenities. The airline aims to enhance productivity with ample meeting rooms and private areas.
Moving beyond Airbus & Boeing: What will it take for India to make its own commercial airliner?
India is already a growing sourcing hub for the global defence and aerospace industry. With government help, this ecosystem can, in time, be developed to support the development of a commercial plane. That is how we made our space programme, experts point out.
Air India utilising group airlines' engineering skills for improved aircraft maintenance works
After the takeover by the Tata Group in 2022, loss-making Air India has been making efforts for improvement and has embarked on a five-year transformation plan.
Akasa Air well on path to profitability; will launch more intl flights: Co-Founder Aditya Ghosh
Akasa Air, co-founded by Aditya Ghosh, is progressing towards profitability and expanding its reach to South and Southeast Asia. In under two years, the airline has grown to a fleet of 24 planes with over 4,000 employees. Ghosh emphasizes a customer-focused, consistent approach to operations and plans further international and domestic expansions.
Air India announces launch of non-stop services between Bengaluru and London Gatwick from August
With Bengaluru becoming the fifth Indian city to be connected to the UK's second-largest airport, Air India has announced that it will start non-stop services between Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport and London Gatwick (LGW), starting August 18 this year.
DGCA to lay roadmap for air taxis soon; project to take off from Delhi-NCR, Mumbai and Bengaluru
Following the conclusion of the country's largest electoral activity, the Aviation Ministry has initiated efforts on a new project: urban air mobility. Reports suggest that India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), is rumored to have established several technical committees to develop a roadmap for the introduction of air taxis in the country. The project is expected to commence in major urban centers such as Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru by 2026, with plans to expand to other cities like Chennai and Hyderabad thereafter.
Old planes, lack of engineering capacity test Tata’s mettle to turnaround Air India
Customers flying on Air India flights to North America and Europe have been raising issues about frequent delays, broken seats or non-functional in-flight entertainment screens as the Tata group struggles to revamp the airline's fleet, some of which are 15 years old. The original aircraft for the delayed flight to San Francisco, had developed a technical snag. So, the airline had to tow a Boeing 777 which was parked under hot sun in Delhi’s 49 degree temperature. Air conditioning system in plane work.
Emirates boss says India’s protectionist stance will be detrimental to economy
Emirates president Tim Clark opposes India's protectionist stance to favor its carriers. The UAE requests more seats, Air India supports the move post-Tata takeover, and IndiGo ventures into long-haul travel with Airbus aircraft.
India's air taxi plan gets going, work begins towards 2026 take-off; fares to be only slightly higher than Uber's?
In a game changer for urban mobility in India, aviation authorities have set a keenly-watched air taxi plan in motion. US manufacturer Archer has been onboarded for the big project and a 2026 start is being eyed by the DGCA. A major good news is that the service is unlikely to burn a hole in the traveller's pocket.
Emirates boss says Boeing needs strong CEO to end crisis
Boeing is looking for a new CEO after announcing that Dave Calhoun would step down by the end of the year following back-to-back crises exacerbated by the blowout of a loose door plug on an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 jet in January.
Over 200 passengers of Air India Delhi-SFO flight face 30 hrs ordeal with inordinate delay
More than 200 passengers of a San Francisco-bound Air India flight faced a 30-hour delay due to a technical glitch, non-functional air conditioning, and payload issues. The flight was rescheduled several times before finally being delayed due to temperature issues. Passengers, including the elderly and children, endured discomfort and were offered options like full refund and complimentary rescheduling. The delay led to a show cause notice from the aviation regulator and marked the second such incident in a week for Air India's San Francisco flights.
DGCA show cause Air India as Tatas struggle to revamp airline
The aviation regulator mentioned the inordinate delay of two international flights—AI 183 from Delhi to San Francisco on May 30 and AI 179 from Mumbai to San Francisco on May 24.
Why we must stand with standing passengers (from our sitting seats)
It turns out that the last outpost of consistent law enforcement in India is very strict about all passengers sitting down during take-off, landing and turbulence. Not because like the Enforcement Directorate it can, but because you can't wear a seat belt if you're not sitting, and wearing a seat belt is a non-negotiable safety procedure. Airlines would prefer you to die sitting down if there is a mishap.
Air India's Mumbai-San Francisco flight delayed by over 5 hours
After deboarding the passenger who started feeling unwell at around 1917 hours, it was noticed that by the time the flight AI 179 would have reached San Francisco, there would be night-landing restrictions and also, the crew would have crossed the flight-duty limitations.
Singapore Airlines tragedy: What is air turbulence? Is it related to climate change? Incident deconstructed
A recent incident of air turbulence involving Singapore International Airlines has raised questions regarding the frequency and nature of winds that challenge the aircraft.
Aerospace manufacturers seek business class upgrade on local plane orders
Indian aerospace manufacturers are relying on a surge in orders from domestic airlines to enhance their business prospects with international giants like Airbus and Boeing. Additionally, they are seeking government assistance through policy initiatives. The sector received a significant boost when Air India placed orders for planes, and Airbus expressed interest in expanding the global presence of suppliers to diversify its sales currency.
Travelling to Europe or the US? It's now a longer flight
Flights from India to Europe/US are facing delays due to geopolitical tensions and safety concerns, resulting in longer routes. While some relief may be possible as airlines consider resuming flights over Iran, but conflict escalation could disrupt plans.
Air India adds an offering for your Switzerland trip
Air India’s new service will provide travellers in Switzerland, as well as those in southern Germany and western Austria with a non-stop option to travel to Delhi, and onward to destinations across Air India’s growing route network, particularly in the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
DGCA suspends Vistara’s head of training
India's civil aviation regulator suspended Vistara’s head of training, Vikram Mohan Dayal, due to deficiencies in the airline’s training process for Boeing 787 pilots. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) took action after finding Vistara failed to comply with regulations regarding Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) during a conversion program for Airbus A320 pilots to Boeing 787 aircraft.
IndiGo, Air India plan for up to 170 wide-body planes in little over a year
Air India and IndiGo have unveiled plans to acquire up to 170 wide-body aircraft, signaling a bullish outlook on expansion and India's aviation sector growth. This move also marks Airbus' entry into India's wide-body aircraft market, traditionally dominated by Boeing. Including narrow-body aircraft orders from Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa Air, India's aircraft order book exceeds 1,200 planes in just over a year. This surge in orders reflects India's status as one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, with efforts to enhance direct international connectivity and reduce reliance on Gulf hubs for transit traffic.
Air India's iconic Boeing 747 'Queen of the Skies' takes final flight from Mumbai
Air India bids farewell to its legendary Boeing 747 aircraft, known as the 'Queen of the Skies,' as it departs from Mumbai on its final flight to the US. The iconic plane, which served the airline for almost five decades, operated various important flights, including medical evacuations and VVIP flights. The 'wing wave' maneuver, a dip of the aircraft from one side to the other, marked the end of an era for Air India. The Boeing 747 was inducted into Air India in 1971 and has been a symbol of the airline's legacy.
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