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After October bomb hoax menace: Fake threats to flights now punishable under Aircraft (Security) RulesSubscriber Only
December 19, 2024 03:50 IST
So far, the provisions to ban people from flying were only for unruly passengers, including anyone making a bomb threat while on board. It did not cover those sending bomb threats from outside through calls, social media, or emails.
Bahrain-bound aircraft returns to Cochin Airport after tyre trouble
December 17, 2024 13:56 IST
The tyre issue was detected soon after take-off.
With eye on connecting traffic, Air India announces product upgrades, schedule tweaks on its key international routesSubscriber Only
December 17, 2024 10:03 IST
In October, The Indian Express had reported that following the merger with Vistara, Air India will progressively deploy erstwhile Vistara aircraft and its own new and retrofitted aircraft on certain priority routes, both within India and overseas.
Jeddah-bound IndiGo plane makes emergency landing in Karachi; later flies back to Delhi
December 14, 2024 22:58 IST
"There was a medical emergency on board IndiGo flight 6E 63, operating from Delhi to Jeddah," the airline said in a statement.
IndiGo dispatches 2 planes to bring back passengers stranded in Istanbul due to flight cancellationSubscriber Only
December 15, 2024 08:06 IST
The disruptions had left scores of passengers stranded at the Istanbul airport, a number of them for over 24 hours.
Indigo flight bound for Jeddah makes emergency landing in Karachi
December 14, 2024 22:08 IST
The air traffic control allowed the Indigo aircraft to land in Karachi on humanitarian grounds where a medical team has now gone into the aircraft to provide emergency treatment to the passenger.
SpiceJet says cleared Rs160 cr worth pending employee provident fund dues
December 13, 2024 16:32 IST
The low-cost carrier, which has been facing multiple headwinds, recently raised Rs 3,000 crore, following which it has been clearing statutory, GST, and other dues.
After delays hit IndiGo flights from Istanbul, airline apologises for inconvenience
December 13, 2024 12:25 IST
“We are aware of the delays on the IndiGo flight connections to Istanbul. We accord the highest priority towards customer convenience and out teams are available at all contact points to assist customers. IndiGo apologises for the inconvenience caused to the customers,” IndiGo said in a statement.
Air India tops up its mega 470-aircraft order with another 100 Airbus jetsSubscriber Only
December 10, 2024 07:25 IST
New aircraft orders are critical to Air India’s fleet expansion and modernisation plan, which the airline embarked upon after the Tata group acquired it from the government in January 2022.
Successful validation flight conducted at Noida International Airport in run-up to commercial operations from April 2025Subscriber Only
December 10, 2024 07:28 IST
A validation flight is vital for testing and certifying airport approach and departure procedures for aircraft.
Demand growth moderation, airline capacity addition keeping airfares in checkSubscriber Only
December 9, 2024 22:48 IST
High airfares had become a major pain point for flyers for much of 2023, leading to even the government monitoring the fares and advising airlines to keep ticket prices reasonable.
DGCA to streamline norms for Indian airlines’ wet-leased plane operations
December 6, 2024 10:08 IST
DGCA, in September, issued a draft for public consultation on the revised Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) on wet/damp lease operations by Indian operators to strengthen the regulatory framework for safety oversight of wet/damp lease operations.
IndiGo ranked among worst airlines globally by AirHelp; airline refutes survey, questions its credibilitySubscriber Only
December 5, 2024 11:07 IST
AirHelp releases an annual ranking of international airlines and airports. The rankings for airlines are based on three criteria — on-time performance, customer opinion, and processing of compensation claims.
6E vs 6e: IndiGo takes Mahindra Electric to court alleging trademark infringementSubscriber Only
December 4, 2024 17:55 IST
In a filing with the stock exchanges, M&M said that it does not see any conflict with IndiGo pertaining the trademarks, and that along with MEAL, it is in talks with the airline to arrive at an “amicable solution”.
Indian passengers stranded at Kuwait airport depart for Manchester
December 2, 2024 13:02 IST
The Gulf Air flight from Bahrain to Manchester was diverted to Kuwait due to a technical glitch.
SpiceJet secures rights to operate 100 Haj flights in 2025 from 4 Indian cities
December 2, 2024 12:47 IST
During the previous Haj season, SpiceJet deployed two wide-body Airbus A340 aircraft, each with a seating capacity of 324 passengers, SpiceJet said.
Aircraft lessor Aircastle withdraws insolvency case against airline: SpiceJet
November 28, 2024 23:06 IST
The settlement was reached for an aggregate sum of $5 million, alongside an agreement on the treatment of certain aircraft engines, it added.
Air India to see growth from domestic, short international flights in 2025: CEO Campbell Wilson
November 28, 2024 20:48 IST
Out of the total 50 white tail Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, at least 35 have joined the fleet. These planes are being operated by Air India Express.
Air India Express to start direct flights between Pune and Bangkok from December 20Subscriber Only
November 28, 2024 14:44 IST
Air India Express also announced plans for direct services between Surat and Bangkok.
For consistent, superior flying experience on key routes, Air India to use Vistara planes for flights on 5 metro-to-metro routesSubscriber Only
November 28, 2024 06:29 IST
Vistara, which was widely considered as India’s best full-service airline with superior aircraft cabin and service, merged into the Tata group’s flagship airline Air India on November 12.
Airfares have moderated in 2024 relative to 2023, says govt
November 27, 2024 19:10 IST
Airfares are dynamic and is a function of demand and supply.
FLY91 announces new services to Mumbai, Goa from Solapur
November 19, 2024 22:16 IST
The Goa-headquartered airline commenced operations in March this year.
Boeing issues layoff notices to 400-plus workers as it begins drastic cuts
November 18, 2024 09:37 IST
Boeing announced in October that it planned to cut 10 per cent of its workforce, about 17,000 jobs, in the coming months.
SpiceJet settles dispute with Canada’s EDC, takes ownership of 13 Q400 planes
November 14, 2024 12:40 IST
SpiceJet has settled a dispute with Export Development Canada, leading to the airline taking ownership of 13 Q400 planes. This resolution, savings $68.3 million, will help reduce operational costs.
Kolkata-bound flight makes emergency landing in Raipur after bomb threat; turns out to be hoax
November 15, 2024 02:01 IST
A Kolkata-bound IndiGo flight from Nagpur made an emergency landing at Raipur airport morning following a bomb threat to the aircraft.
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