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About the author: Datchanapriya is a journalism and mass communication student from Chennai. Has always been passionate about writing and connecting with people.

June 18th, 2022 5:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

Boeing 737 MAX and Dreamliners Sees Huge Potential in Africa

Africa is a hotbed of opportunity when it comes to markets that have yet to reach their full potential. While international airlines build capacity to steal traffic from domestic carriers and China invests in infrastructure, the OEMs still have the dangling carrot of aeroplane sales. Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President, Boeing Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, spoke on the AviaDev Insight Africa podcast about the importance of Africa to the US aeroplane... Read More

June 18th, 2022 5:14 PM 0 COMMENTS

SpiceJet Chairman Pitches for an Increase in Airfares Following ATF Hike

Following a nearly 16% spike in jet fuel prices to an all-time high of Rs 1,41,232.87 per kilo litre in Delhi on Thursday, SpiceJet Chairman Ajay Singh has called for an increase in airfares. Moreover, because critical cost components such as fuel, maintenance, lease rentals, and overhaul charges are priced in dollars, a declining rupee has increased the challenge for airlines. “The sharp increase in jet fuel prices and the... Read More

June 18th, 2022 4:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

US Airlines Cancel Over 1500 Flights as the Peak Summer Vacation Season Approaches

Airlines in the United States have cancelled almost 1,500 flights as the peak summer vacation season approaches, making it one of the worst days for travel ever. More than one-third of all flights at LaGuardia Airport in New York were cancelled, while more than one-fourth of planes were diverted to nearby Newark Liberty Airport in New Jersey, according to flight tracking firm FlightAware. The cancellations come just over three weeks... Read More

June 18th, 2022 4:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

Hamad International Airport Named “Best Airport in the World” for the Second Year in a Row

The prestigious SKYTRAX World Airport Awards 2022 crowned Hamad International Airport (HIA) the "Best Airport in the World" for the second year in a row at the global event Passenger Terminal Expo in Paris, France. For the seventh year in a row, the airport has been named the "Best Airport in the Middle East." The rankings were determined by passenger satisfaction and votes provided by air travellers across 39 key... Read More

June 17th, 2022 6:09 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airbus Launches Touch-Less Toilet for A320 and A330ceo Family

Airbus has partnered with Dielh Aviation to offer a touchless toilet retrofit option for its A320 and A330ceo aircraft, which was unveiled this week at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg. Passengers are more hygiene-conscious than ever as a result of the pandemic. As part of its Health Onboard objective, Airbus seeks to build trust in travel, and the touchless toilet now joins the manufacturer's other endeavours to create a... Read More

June 17th, 2022 5:52 PM 0 COMMENTS

Shares of SpiceJet and InterGlobe Aviation Came Under Heavy Selling Over ATF Rise

After ATF prices were hiked to a record high on Thursday, shares of SpiceJet and InterGlobe Aviation were heavily sold. SpiceJet's stock dropped 7.05 % to Rs 40.90 per share on the BSE. During the day, it fell 8.29 % to Rs 40.35, a one-year low. IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, slumped 5.22 % to Rs 1,644.65 a share. During the day, the stock plummeted 5.83% to Rs 1,634. Jet fuel... Read More

June 17th, 2022 5:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

UAE’s National Airline, Etihad Returns to London Heathrow

Etihad Airways, the UAE's national carrier, has stated that it would resume service from London Heathrow's Terminal 4 on June 22, 2022. Following a temporary stay in Terminals 2 and 3 during the pandemic, Etihad is returning to Terminal 4. The London Underground and Heathrow Express, as well as other modes of transportation, will resume. Etihad's First and Business class passengers, as well as Etihad Guest Platinum and Gold members,... Read More

June 17th, 2022 5:13 PM 0 COMMENTS

AirAsia India to Expand Network to Lucknow With Daily Direct Flights

AirAsia India said today that it is expanding its network to include daily direct flights from Lucknow to Bengaluru, Delhi, Goa, Kolkata, and Mumbai, starting at Rs.4,064. Flight operations will begin on August 5, 2022. All major booking outlets are now accepting reservations for the inaugural fares. Members of Tata Neu's NeuPass programme receive benefits such as increased flight discounts, 5% guaranteed NeuCoins, and complimentary Red Carpet VIP service. Students,... Read More

June 16th, 2022 2:11 PM 0 COMMENTS

Akasa Air Takes Delivery of First 737 Max Aircraft From Boeing

Akasa Air, which is funded by billionaire businessman Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, received the first 737 Max aircraft from Boeing on Thursday. "Congratulations @AkasaAir on the delivery of your first 737-8! We are excited for you and your passengers," tweeted by Boeing India. Last month, the airline unveiled photos of its first Boeing 737 Max aircraft as it prepared for delivery from the assembly site in Portland, Oregon. According to a statement... Read More

June 16th, 2022 1:21 PM 0 COMMENTS

Sri Lankan Airlines Praises Pilots for Averting a Mid-Air Collision With British Airways Flight

Srilankan Airlines applauded its pilots on Wednesday for safely commandeering a flight from London to Colombo on Monday, following claims that a national carrier plane narrowly avoided colliding with a British Airways flight over Turkey. "Vigilance of the pilots and the state-of-the-art communication and surveillance system onboard the aircraft enabled safe passage for UL 504 on June 13. Further, SriLankan Airlines commends the timely action of the pilots operating UL 504, which... Read More

June 16th, 2022 12:52 PM 0 COMMENTS

Rising Jet Fuel Prices May Oblige Airlines to Hike Ticket Fares by 10-15%

Domestic and international air travel will become more expensive as the price of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), often known as jet fuel, keeps rising. ATF accounts for 40% of an airline's operating costs. After a 16.3% increase, the price of ATF reached an all-time high of Rs 1.41 lakh per kilolitre in New Delhi on Thursday. ATF prices have risen by 91% in the first half of 2022. Airlines claim... Read More

June 16th, 2022 12:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Air India to Buy Airbus A350 Aircraft for International Services

With Tata Group at the helm, Air India, the country's former national carrier, is undergoing enormous transformations, from in-flight services to the fleet itself. According to a recent source, Air India has opted to purchase the European planemaker's wide-body Airbus A350 aircraft. The carrier, which is owned by Tata, will fly its first batch of planes on international routes that are now covered by Boeing 777 and Boeing 747. The... Read More

June 16th, 2022 11:25 AM 0 COMMENTS

Star Air Launches Bidar-Bengaluru Flight Operations

Star Air has launched a new regional destination, Bidar, from Bengaluru, in order to improve regional connectivity in Karnataka. The nonstop flight commenced operations on Wednesday and will be the airline's 18th destination. Star Air is happy to have the distinction of transporting customers to the 'City of Whispering Monuments,' despite the fact that there are only a few flights to the architectural and religious city of Bidar. Bidar has... Read More

June 15th, 2022 7:55 PM 0 COMMENTS

CCI Approves Acquisition of Entire Shareholding in Air Asia India by Air India

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has authorised Air India's acquisition of the full stake in Air Asia India, paving the way for amalgamation among the four Tata Group carriers. The Group intends to make Al, which it acquired in January, its flagship carrier and to unite low-cost carriers AirAsia India and Al Express. Vistara, Tata's joint venture with Singapore Airlines, will operate as a distinct airline for the time... Read More

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