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From spirits to simplification: Diageo India to slim down Mallya-era overseas subsidiaries for a better high
Diageo first bought a stake in USL in 2012, taking its holding to a majority by the following year. Mallya stepped down from USL in 2016 and left India that year amid loan repayment troubles at Kingfisher Airlines. At the time, USL had nearly two dozen subsidiaries, joint ventures and associate companies, half of them in the UK, where Mallya has currently exiled himself.
Flying to Europe? This major airline is latest to introduce an environmental cost surcharge
Lufthansa has introduced an environmental charge on fares, aligning with EU regulations to reduce emissions. Surcharge of up to 72 euros to be applied on flights, offsetting costs of sustainable aviation fuel.
A new $72,000 migrant smuggling route to the US starts with a charter flight, and many Indians are waiting to board
Indian nationals on a Legend Airlines flight faced challenges in El Salvador as they attempted to reach the U.S. via Mexico. The incident sheds light on a new phase of illegal immigration through intercontinental smuggling routes, impacting U.S. border policies and migrants' journeys.
Why did this flight attendant block empty seats with a ‘barrier’? What did the netizens say?
A flight attendant on board a United Airlines flight decided to block the empty seats and asked the passengers to pay for the upgrade. This has triggered an online debate.
Flying windows, fatal turbulence: Is flying in planes safe right now? Here is how to understand disruptions
Air travel disruptions, from minor mechanical issues to severe incidents, often cause anxiety but are rarely dangerous. Aviation experts stress that these problems are usually manageable due to rigorous safety protocols and backup systems, ensuring that flying remains one of the safest modes of transportation despite occasional alarming events.
A Southwest Airlines plane that did a 'Dutch roll' suffered structural damage, investigators say
A Boeing 737 Max suffered structural damage during a Southwest Airlines flight due to a Dutch roll. The NTSB disclosed the incident on May 25 from Phoenix to Oakland. Southwest notified the damage on June 7, leading to maintenance. Dutch roll involves yaw and rocking motions resembling ice skating.
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Bengaluru Airport launches India's first biometric-enabled self-bag drop facility
DigiYatra passengers using the self-bag drop at Bengaluru airport can select the 'scan your face biometric for baggage drop' option. They will then be prompted to choose the 'DigiYatra' icon to proceed. The machine will instruct the passenger to look directly into the camera to capture their biometric image. It will then generate the passenger's flight details and prompt them to declare any dangerous goods they might be carrying.
Boeing set to deliver plan to regulators on upgrading safety
A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board published in February found that four bolts securing the panel that blew off were missing. "Boeing must commit to real and profound improvements," FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker said on February 28.
FA Cup Final: Date, time, place, where to watch as Manchester City take on Manchester United
The FA Cup final between the reigning champion and Manchester United promises to be an exciting end to the grand finale.
Singapore Airlines cooperating with authorities in probing severe flight turbulence incident
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is cooperating with authorities in the investigation into a London to Singapore flight that encountered severe turbulence, leading to the death of one passenger and injuring 30 others. Geoffrey Kitchen, a 73-year-old British passenger, died likely due to a heart attack on the flight. The remaining passengers aboard the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were examined and treated at the airport.
Aviation experts to begin probe of Singapore Airlines turbulence incident that left British man dead
Aviation investigators arrived in Bangkok on Wednesday to learn how and why severe turbulence sent a Singapore Airlines plane into a sudden dive that tossed passengers and crew around the cabin, leaving a British man dead and dozens others injured. Twenty people remained in intensive care in hospital after Flight SQ321, which was flying from London's Heathrow airport to Singapore, hit the turbulence Tuesday over the Andaman Sea.
What is in-flight turbulence, and when does it become dangerous for passengers and crew?
A British man's death and numerous injuries on a Singapore Airlines flight due to severe turbulence highlight the dangers of unstable air. While turbulence-related fatalities are rare, injuries are more common, especially among flight attendants. Clear-air turbulence, often near jet streams, is particularly dangerous as it occurs with no visible warning. Climate change may increase turbulence, but airlines have safety measures in place. Experts advise passengers to wear seat belts, the best defense against turbulence-related injuries.
3 Indians among passengers aboard Singapore Airlines flight hit by 'sudden extreme turbulence'
The pilot declared a medical emergency and diverted the aircraft to Bangkok, and landed on May 21. "We can confirm that there were multiple injuries and one fatality on board the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft," the carrier said in a Facebook post.
Google Wallet launched in India: Step-by-step guide on how to use it; how it is different from Google Pay explained
Google Wallet: This article is about how to use Google Wallet and how different is it from Google Pay. As per Google, this wallet can be used for various utility functions like storing Air India, Indigo Airlines flight boarding pass, PVR and INOX cinema tickets. Read here to know more.
Airport lounge access through cards getting tougher: Factors you must know to avoid last-minute shock
Airport lounge access: Airport lounges are a very popular feature among travellers in India. However due to rush of passengers in airport lounges, overcrowding issues came up, and to tackle this issue and make lounges accessible to all, certain measures were taken. These measures are aimed at fair usage for all and to provide a good experience to travellers.
New rule to impact flight ticket prices: Find out which air ticket prices to get cheaper or expensive
Flight ticket price: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has come out with a direction which has potential to make the base fare of a flight ticket affordable. DGCA also came out with another directive about a child below 12 years of age to be seated with a parent. Know here how these two directives can make flight ticket cost more expensive.
Video shows raid on ship near Strait of Hormuz; Mideast official says Iran carried out the attack
A video by The Associated Press shows Iranian commandos raiding a ship near the Strait of Hormuz by helicopter, a move attributed to Iran amid growing tensions between Tehran and the West. The incident occurred in the Gulf of Oman off the Emirati port city of Fujairah, and the helicopter used appeared to be one used by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard.
Air India, Vistara boards may not be unified soon
Tata Sons unlikely to integrate Air India and Vistara boards in a hurry; management teams to remain separate for at least a year; merger expected to take place this year or next; Tata wants Air India to achieve consumer trust and operational efficiency similar to Vistara before integration; merging airlines involves network and operational overhaul; merger could stretch through 2024; Air India and Vistara merging to form full-service airline; Singapore Airlines to hold 25.1% stake in post-merger Air India; plan to keep brands separate until Air India reaches Vistara's standard; Tata won't rush to retire Vistara title.
What airlines, regulators are doing about Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets
The FAA has allowed Boeing's 737 MAX 9 planes to resume flying after inspections, but barred the planemaker from expanding production. The agency had grounded the aircraft following a mid-air blowout on an Alaska Airlines jet. The FAA has also launched an investigation into the incident and instructed 40 of the grounded planes to be reinspected.
Boeing reinstalled panel that later blew out of 737 Max jet
About a month before the Max 9 was delivered to Alaska Airlines in October, workers at Boeing's factory in Renton, Washington, opened and later reinstalled the panel that would blow off the plane's body, according to a person familiar with the matter.
How to pay zero charges for flight seat during web check-in? Here's what Aviation Ministry says
It is not enough that an passenger buys airline ticket, he or she also needs to take out a boarding pass in order to board the flight for which tickets were bought. However while web check-in there is a step where passengers have to select seats and most of the seats over here are paid. Read here to know how to get a free seat while web check-in.
Boeing’s legacy vanished into thin air and saving it will take years
Boeing's recent incident involving a 737 Max 9 aircraft has intensified the aviation giant's crisis, triggering an FAA investigation and raising questions about its safety and quality control. The incident, along with previous issues and the tarnished reputation from the 737 Max crashes, has led to calls for a comprehensive rethink of Boeing's operations. The company faces strategic decisions about the future of the 737 Max program, its relationship with Spirit AeroSystems, and the need for a safety-focused reset to regain trust. Boeing's woes underscore the challenges ahead for the once-revered aerospace manufacturer.
US is investigating if Boeing made sure a part that blew off a jet was made to design standards
The FAA investigation announced Thursday is focusing on plugs used to fill spots for extra exits when those doors are not required on Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners. Boeing said it would cooperate with the investigation and one being conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board.
United, Alaska find loose parts on 737 MAX planes, raising pressure on Boeing
U.S. regulators grounded 171 MAX 9 planes after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines-operated flight not long after taking off from a Portland, Oregon, airport on Friday, forcing pilots to scramble to land the plane safely. United, one of the two U.S. carriers that fly this Boeing model with the panels, said its own preliminary checks found bolts that needed tightening on several panels.
No data captured on Alaska Airlines 737 cockpit voice recorder: NTSB chair
NTSB chair Jennifer Homendy said the flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder were sent to NTSB labs on Sunday to be read, but no data was available on the cockpit voice recorder because it was not retrieved by the two-hour mark, when recording restarts and previous data is erased.
Boeing CEO’s comeback plan for 2024 takes a hit five days in
For Boeing Chief Executive Officer Dave Calhoun, the Alaska Air episode is another blow to his efforts to stabilize the company after half a decade of upheaval, coming just a few days into a new year he had heralded as crucial to a turnaround. Boeing is still feeling the reverberations of two deadly 737 Max crashes almost five years ago that shook confidence in the company. Now Boeing’s fraught relationship with its biggest supplier — Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. — stands to face fresh scrutiny.
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.
United Airlines passengers must check new boarding process. Check details
Economy class passengers in the United Airlines must check details about the new boarding process. This will be implemented next week.
United Airlines introduces new boarding process; economy class passengers with window seats will board first
United Airlines plans to implement a new boarding process for economy class passengers, starting with those in Group 4. Passengers with window seats will board first, followed by those with middle seats and then those with aisle seats. The change is expected to improve efficiency and save up to two minutes of boarding time. The airline also reported earnings of $1.14 billion in the third quarter but forecasted weaker profits for the rest of the year due to surging jet fuel prices and the suspension of flights to Tel Aviv during the Israel-Hamas war.
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