AIRBUS A350 PLANES
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.
Bird strike: What happens when a plane collides with a bird?
A bird strike is a collision between an aircraft and a bird. It is a common and real risk for aircraft. It can damage planes, and even lead to deaths.
A big decision for Boeing's next CEO: Is it time for a new plane?
Boeing raced to update the 737 Max to compete with Airbus but faced fatal crashes. The jet's troubles left Boeing behind Airbus in the single-aisle market, impacting its global dominance.
IndiGo looking at various options for financing wide-body planes
IndiGo is exploring financing options for wide-body planes joining in 2027. CEO Pieter Elbers emphasized the importance of a strong balance sheet. The airline has a fleet of 360+ planes and 2 leased Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines.
Qatar Airways closes in on major Boeing, Airbus widebody order, Bloomberg News reports
The Middle East carrier is looking at ordering about 200 jets, looking at a mix of Airbus A350s and Boeing 777X models, with a decision possible as soon as the Farnborough Air Show in Britain late next month, the report said. Airbus said it is constantly in talks with customers about fleet needs but did not disclose any details, while Boeing deferred to Qatar Airways when asked for a comment.
Air Turbulence! IndiGo and Air India Express tackle rising threats amid climate change concerns
The rise in clear air turbulence, likely due to climate change, has led to increased incidents impacting airline passengers worldwide. Recent events, including a fatal case on a Singapore Airlines flight, have prompted airlines like Air India Express and IndiGo to enhance safety measures and pilot training to address this growing concern.
Airbus faces new output pressure amid parts shortages
Airbus is encountering challenges with its production ramp-up for passenger jets due to shortages of parts and labor, according to industry sources. The slowdown may potentially delay the assembly of several dozen jets in the second half of the year. Although it's uncertain whether this will impact delivery targets for 2024, as deliveries typically follow output decisions by several months, Airbus aims to deliver 800 airplanes in 2024 according to its last quarterly results.
Airbus fits electric truck with airliner cockpit to study safer taxiing
Airbus unveiled a truck with A350 controls at VivaTech, showcasing automated taxiing technology. The electric vehicle can operate autonomously, avoiding collisions on the ground using sensors and onboard computers. Airbus aims to enhance airport safety amid recent jetliner ground collisions, with plans to test the system on live airports. LiDAR technology may provide further automation capabilities, potentially improving aircraft safety.
Airbus unveils half-plane, half-copter for more speed
Airbus Helicopters debuted a hybrid aircraft called the Racer, blending helicopter and plane features to enhance speed and stability for critical missions like search-and-rescue. The demonstration, witnessed by industry officials and politicians, was supported by the EU's Clean Sky 2 initiative. This innovation follows a collaboration between Italy's Leonardo and U.S. manufacturer Bell on tilt-rotor technology.
IndiGo in talks for 100 smaller planes as part of plan to widen regional network
The airline, which already operates 45, 78-seater ATR-72 planes and will take delivery of five more this year, is expected to stick with Franco-Italian manufacturer ATR to benefit from economies of scale, people aware of the development told ET. However, the Airbus A220 and Embraer’s E-175 planes also remain in fray, they added.
IndiGo in long haul for bigger market share
The company’s international expansion will be gradual given that the aircraft delivery is expected in 2027. A critical question is whether the airline will be able to retain the advantage of a low-cost carrier once it expands in international markets, which would increase its operating costs.
Airbus confirms IndiGo's A350 aircraft order
On Monday, Airbus confirmed IndiGo's order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, to be delivered from 2027. The confirmation indicates IndiGo's partial payment for delivery slots. The order's list price amounts to $12 billion, yet bulk orders typically receive substantial discounts
Air India's Airbus A350 marks International debut
The launch of flight on this route marks the international debut of Air India's recently acquired aircrafts, making it the sole carrier to operate the A350 between India and Dubai.
Indigo will get first of 30 widebody Airbus aircraft in 2027, says airline CEO Pieter Elbers
The 30-aircraft order signals Indigo's aims to expand into international routes, with Elbers saying the newly ordered planes could undertake direct flights to the USA and Europe. "We are analysing the routes, but the planes have the capabilities to reach the said destinations directly," Elbers said.
From Patna to Paris, IndiGo’s wide body planes are a boost to India’s plan of building transit hubs
IndiGo's entry into the long-haul international market is a significant development supporting India's aim to transform its airports into key hubs. The airline's order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft signals its expansion into long-haul travel, with plans to connect Indian metros to global destinations, enhancing connectivity and making India an aviation powerhouse. This move aligns with the government's vision to establish Indian airports as major hubs in the region.
IndiGo shows it’s in for long haul, orders 30 A350s
The airline also has purchase rights for another 70 planes, the delivery of which will begin from 2027. At list price, the order is worth $ 12 billion, but airlines enjoy heavy discounts on bulk orders.
Airbus lifts A350 rate, highlighting edge over Boeing
The European planemaker is moving to a rate of 12 A350 jets a month by 2028, superseding previous plans to reach 10 by 2026, it said as it reported figures for the first quarter. Earnings before interest and tax reached €577 million ($619 million), missing the €814 million forecast by analysts in a Bloomberg survey, amid higher costs.
Mahindra Aerostructures signs $100 mn contract with Airbus Atlantic
Mahindra Aerostructures has signed a $100 million multi-year contract with Airbus Atlantic for manufacturing and delivering metallic components for the Airbus commercial aircraft family, including the A320 family planes. The contract will supply 2,300 metallic components from India's manufacturing base to France.
IndiGo nears decision on widebody jets; forecasts slower capacity growth in next fiscal year
The airline is still considering several options, with an order for about 30 Airbus SE A350s emerging as the most likely choice, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the information isn’t public. A decision could be announced in the next few weeks, the people said, cautioning that IndiGo could still change its mind about timing and the number of planes.
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