India has amended aviation turbine fuel rules to allow blending with ethanol and other synthetic hydrocarbons, opening the door for cleaner fuel options in the aviation sector. The move is aimed at reducing dependence on imported crude oil and supporting lower-emission fuel alternatives, though
Air India is going through a “challenging time,” Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran told employees, urging them to stay focused on execution and cost discipline as the airline navigates operational and financial pressures. Chandrasekaran Flags Challenges At Air India Addressing employees at a townhall, Chandrasekaran acknowledged that the airline is currently facing a
The Centre has removed temporary fare caps on domestic air travel, allowing airlines to price tickets freely again from March 23 as operating costs continue to rise sharply. The move comes after months of restrictions that were introduced during the aviation disruption linked to the IndiGo crisis, but airlines had argued that soaring fuel and […]
Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights Indian airlines are planning to operate 58 flights to destinations in the Middle East as services gradually resume amid disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Authorities said carriers are adjusting schedules while closely monitoring airspace restrictions and safety conditions across the region. Indian Airlines
A Turkish Airlines passenger aircraft made an emergency landing at Kolkata airport on Wednesday after a warning of a fire in its right engine, officials said. Engine Fire Alert After Takeoff of Turkish Airlines The aircraft, flying from Kathmandu to Istanbul, was carrying 236 passengers and crew members. Shortly after departure, the cockpit crew received […]
The tragedy at Baramati should not be treated as an isolated aviation mishap or reduced to a question of pilot judgment in bad weather. It is a window into a deeper and more uncomfortable truth about how VIP aviation operates in India. Accidents in aviation rarely occur because someone suddenly abandons common sense. They occur […]
Adani Defence and Aerospace and Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore aircraft manufacturing opportunities in India. The partnership aims to develop a domestic ecosystem for regional aircraft production in line with India’s push to strengthen its aviation manufacturing capabilities. Scope of the Collaboration Under the MoU,
Canadian authorities have sought a formal investigation after an Air India pilot failed two breathalyser tests ahead of a scheduled international flight from Vancouver. The pilot was due to operate an Air India service departing from Vancouver International Airport but was removed from duty after testing positive for alcohol during pre-flight checks conducted by local […]
India has granted initial approval to two new airlines, alHind Air and FlyExpress, allowing them to move ahead with preparations to begin commercial operations. The clearances were issued in the form of No Objection Certificates, enabling the carriers to proceed with regulatory requirements such as securing Air Operator Certificates and finalising fleet and route plans.
An Air India Boeing 777 aircraft safely returned to Delhi after one of its engines was shut down mid-air as a precautionary measure, airline and aviation officials said. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport, prompting the cockpit crew to follow standard safety procedures and turn back. Engine Issue […]















