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Saudia Group keen to offer MRO services for Indian airlines
Saudia Group is focused on increasing flights between Saudi Arabia and India and offering MRO services to Indian carriers. They have already set up a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Saudi Arabia, which will be fully operational next year. The group aims to boost tourism from India to Saudi Arabia, with expectations of 7.5 million Indian tourists by 2030. This was discussed at the CAPA India Aviation Summit 2024.
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.
Commercial jet maker Airbus is staying humble even as Boeing flounders. There's a reason for that
In the ongoing competition between Airbus and Boeing for dominance in the commercial aircraft market, Airbus has been consistently outperforming Boeing in both orders and deliveries for the past five years. This trend has been fueled by Airbus's development of fuel-efficient aircraft and its ability to meet demand faster than Boeing.
Boeing deliveries drop by half in March due to increased quality checks
Boeing delivered 29 airplanes in March, down from 64 last year, due to reduced 737 MAX production for quality improvements. The company faced increased regulator scrutiny, audits, and output rate constraints below the FAA-imposed cap. Boeing has said it is producing fewer MAX single-aisle jets to improve manufacturing quality after the Jan. 5 mid-air blowout of a door plug on a 737 MAX 9 jet brought the U.S. planemaker under increased scrutiny from regulators.
Embraer case: Court seeks status report from CBI, asks how much more time to complete probe
The special court has asked the CBI director to file a status report in the incomplete Embraer aircraft deal corruption case after seven years. The charge sheet was filed against Arvind Khanna, Anup Gupta, and advocate Gautam Khaitan in the corruption case. The agency has dropped proceedings against Vipin Khanna.
Hyundai's Supernal and Embraer-backed Eve Air Mobility see future in electric-powered air taxis
Hyundai's Supernal and Embraer-backed Eve Air Mobility are developing electric aircraft that take off and land vertically. The idea is that such air taxis might provide a sustainable form of air transport for densely populated cities and areas with less developed public transport networks.
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Mahindra, Embraer tie up for medium transport aircraft in India
Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra have inked an MoU to potentially establish India as a hub for the C-390 aircraft. They aim to secure a contract with the Indian Air Force for medium transport aircraft. This partnership will introduce advanced aerospace and military transport technology to India.
Ayodhya: How AAI plans to handle the rush of chartered VIP planes
As Ayodhya airport won't have sufficient space, 12 airports in five states - Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttarakhand - are being looked at for parking private and chartered jets that will bring VIPs to the big event.
SpiceXpress partners with Star Air to manage belly space capacity in Star Air's fleet
With this, SpiceXpress' domestic network will increase from 39 to 48 destinations helping the company strengthen its door-to-door delivery and postal service, it said. "This partnership with Star Air marks a significant milestone for SpiceXpress as we broaden our domestic cargo network. The extended reach to these nine destinations aligns with our vision of connecting underserved regions," said Jai Singh Sadana, Chief Business Officer at SpiceXpress.
What to know about Boeing's 737 Max 9 and the FAA grounding
Two crashes involving Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft killed a total of 346 people in less than five months in 2018 and 2019. Both crashes were later associated with a malfunctioning system that overrode pilot commands.
Govt says UDAN generating demand for new aircraft; 499 routes operationalised so far
The government has revealed that the regional air connectivity scheme UDAN has nearly 499 routes operational and has facilitated the travel of more than 1.3 crore people. The first UDAN flight was on April 27, 2017, connecting Shimla and Delhi.
American Airlines orders four E175 jets from Brazilian plane manufacturer Embraer
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has announced that American Airlines has committed to purchasing four E175 jets, which will be used by Envoy Air for regional flights. The order is worth approximately $230.6 million and the planes are expected to be delivered in late 2024. This order will help expand Envoy Air's fleet to over 150 planes by the end of next year. In other news, American Airlines has reported a decrease in its annual profit forecast due to higher fuel prices, expecting to earn $2.25 to $2.50 per share for the year.
IAF plans for six more ‘Netra’ early warning aircraft
Sources said six additional aircraft are being planned to be acquired by the Air Force as part of a $1 billion plan to add force multipliers in the Air Force. The Netra system has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) which is also working on a next generation Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS India) programme.
The UK says it will declare Russia’s Wagner mercenary group a banned terrorist organization
The UK government has announced that it will declare Russia's Wagner mercenary group a banned terrorist organization, citing its involvement in looting, torture, and barbarous murders. The designation will be introduced in Parliament under the Terrorism Act and will bar membership and support for the group. The move follows a recommendation by Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, which stated that the UK had underestimated the threat posed by Wagner. The ban will allow authorities to seize the organization's assets, although Wagner is not known to operate in Britain.
Russia will not probe Prigozhin plane crash under international rules: Brazil agency
Prigozhin, two top lieutenants of his Wagner Group and four bodyguards were among 10 people who died when the Embraer Legacy 600 crashed north of Moscow last week.
Brazil's Embraer eyeing IAF's medium transport aircraft deal
President and CEO of Embraer Defence and Security Joao Bosco Costa Junior said the company is in talks with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and some Indian private firms to explore ways for possible partnership to bid for the programme.
Yevgeny Prigozhin and Putin: A Friendship Turned Rivalry
Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was reportedly among 10 people who died when a private jet crashed near Moscow on August 23, Wednesday.
‘Started discussion with Indian companies to develop aircraft manufacturing,’ says Embraer CEO
Embraer SA, the world’s third largest manufacturer of commercial jets, is betting big on India as a key growth market and potential manufacturing hub. In an interview with ET’s Arindam Majumder, chief executive Francisco Gomes Neto, explains the Brazilian aerospace company’s growth plans which include finding a local joint venture partner to set up a manufacturing unit in India.
Brazil's Embraer optimistic about partnership with India for aerospace development
Embraer, a Brazilian aircraft maker, sees an opportunity to partner with India to develop a strong aerospace industry in both countries. The company's CEO, Francisco Gomes Neto on Friday said that the challenges in the global supply chain brought by the pandemic also create opportunities to develop new partnerships. He made these remarks at a panel discussion at the B20 Summit India 2023.
Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin presumed dead in plane crash: Russian officials
A business jet crashed in the Tver region of Russia, killing all 10 people on board, including mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin. Prigozhin, who founded the Wagner private military company, was on the passenger list, but it is unclear if he was aboard the flight. The jet was en route from Moscow to St. Petersburg, and the authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash.
Electric aircraft maker Eve agrees on potential sale of up to 150 flying cars
The fresh deals, announced during the Paris Airshow, include the possible purchase of 70 electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) by Voar, 30 aircraft by lessor Nordic and 50 aircraft by Wideroe.
North East entrepreneur looks to start new airline
Jettwings Airways will be based in Guwahati and will connect places with twin class Embraer E175 aircraft. The airline has secured an initial no objection clearance from the civil aviation ministry and plans to launch in October.
CBI files charge sheet in Embraer deal case
The CBI has filed a charge sheet against arms dealers Arvind Khanna, advocate Gautam Khaitan, and businessman Anup Gupta in the Embraer corruption case for allegedly paying kickbacks worth $5.76m to finalise a deal with the DRDO. It is alleged that the money was sent via subsidiaries of Embraer to Vipin Khanna through Singapore-based Interdev. The trio has been charged under IPC's section 120-B, relating to criminal conspiracy, and provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The deal for supplying three aircraft to the DRDO was inked with Brazilian firm Embraer in 2008.
Star Air commences operations of Embraer E175 on Bangalore-Hyderabad-Jamnagar route
Star Air's recently acquired 76-seater E175 jet comes in a two-class configuration-business class (12 seats) and 64 in economy. Besides largely operating its flights under the regional connectivity scheme, the Kolhapur-based Sanjay Ghodawat Group-owned Star Air also operates some services on some of the non-RCS routes as well.
India in talks with Embraer, Sukhoi to make small planes locally
The government will keep 51% equity with an Indian company, while asking the foreign partner to do technology transfer, the people said, asking not to be identified as the deliberations are at an early stage. The jets, which typically seat less than 100 people, are likely to be produced in Gujarat, they said.
India in talks with Embraer, Sukhoi to make small jets locally
The world’s fastest-growing aviation market is trying to ramp up its small-plane fleet as airports with limited capacity and short runways are not equipped to handle narrow-body planes of Airbus SE and Boeing Co. that dominate the Indian skies. This will help the government bolster tourism and facilitate faster access to remote areas in the South Asian giant of 1.4 billion, which recently has been seen to surpass China in population.
Delhi Airport may double capacity of business jet terminal
A joint venture between Bird Group and ExecuJet Aviation Group, the terminal was built at a cost of ₹150 crore. It spans 8 lakh sq ft area and is equipped with 57 dedicated bays for parking of general aviation aircraft, city side parking, passenger lounges, food and beverage sections, personal concierge services and common processing area with customs and immigrations, among other services.
India's Blade signs order for up to 200 electric aircraft from Embraer's Eve
A joint venture between Hunch Ventures and Blade Air Mobility, Blade India will also collaborate with Eve - which is controlled by planemaker Embraer SA - on a three-month pilot project connecting passengers using helicopters, the company said in a statement.
Embraer looking at India, world to build its first turboprop aircraft
Embraer had previously sought to develop its first turboprop as part of a $4 billion merger of its commercial business with Boeing. The planned tieup was axed by the American plane maker in April, 2020, leading Embraer to begin the search again. Another country Embraer is looking at for potential partnerships is South Korea, according to reports.
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