Janam Parikh, Author at Victor Tango Aviation

IndiGo’s Global Expansion: Connecting Mumbai to Africa & Vietnam, and Opening Northeast India to Bangkok

September 10, 2026

India’s largest carrier, IndiGo, is taking decisive strides to strengthen its presence on the global aviation map. With an ambitious wave of route launches slated for late 2026, the airline is simultaneously unlocking new long-haul commercial corridors into East Africa, enhancing high-yield business services to Southeast Asia, and creating a landmark international gateway from Northeast India. Between October and November 2026, IndiGo will introduce three pivotal non-stop services: Mumbai to Dar es Salaam (Tanzania): Making IndiGo the sole Indian carrier […]

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AIRCAIRO Orders 15 Airbus A320neo Aircraft at El Alamein Airshow 2026

September 9, 2026

Egyptian airline AIRCAIRO has taken a major step in its long-term growth journey by signing a firm order for 15 Airbus A320neo aircraft during the El Alamein International Airshow 2026. The agreement marks the airline’s first direct aircraft acquisition from Airbus and highlights its ambition to significantly expand its operations over the coming decade. The new aircraft order is expected to strengthen AIRCAIRO’s fleet capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and support rising passenger demand across domestic and international markets. The deal […]

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Akasa Air and BPCL Mark a New Milestone for Sustainable Aviation Fuel in India

September 9, 2026

Akasa Air has successfully operated a commercial flight using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The airline partnered with BharatPetroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) for the milestone flight. The flight used conventional aviation turbine fuel blended with 1% SAF. It departed Mumbai and landed in Goa on 8 September 2026. The initiative marks an important step in India’s journey towards cleaner air travel. As airlines around the world look for ways to cut emissions, SAF is becoming a key solution. The successful flight […]

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FLY91 Places Historic Order for 40 ATR 72-600 Aircraft, Boosting Regional Aviation in India

September 4, 2026

India’s regional aviation sector has reached a major milestone. FLY91 has ordered 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft. The deal is worth around $1 billion. As a result, the airline plans to expand rapidly over the coming years. Deliveries will begin in 2027 and continue until 2032. FLY91 expects to grow its fleet from six aircraft to around 60 aircraft during this period. Moreover, the order is the largest ATR firm order by a regional airline. It is also ATR’s biggest order […]

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JetBlue Unveils BlueFirst, a Modern Domestic First-Class Experience

September 2, 2026

JetBlue has revealed BlueFirst, its new domestic first-class experience. The product will offer more comfort, better food and modern technology on flights across the United States. Bookings will open in autumn 2026. Meanwhile, the first aircraft with BlueFirst seats should enter service before the end of the year. JetBlue plans to offer BlueFirst on routes that do not have its Mint cabin. The new product forms part of the airline’s JetForward strategy. Through this plan, JetBlue aims to improve the […]

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Air India and Drukair Expand India-Bhutan Connectivity

August 26, 2026

Air India and Drukair, the national airline of Bhutan, have signed a new interline agreement. The partnership will make travel between Bhutan, India and other countries easier. Under the Air India Drukair interline agreement, passengers can travel with both airlines on one ticket. As a result, they will not need to make separate bookings for each flight. The agreement will also support smoother flight connections. In addition, passengers may be able to check their bags through to their final destination. […]

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FedEx Unveils Stunning Boeing 777 Retro Livery to Honor Founder

August 14, 2026

FedEx showed off a special Boeing 777 Freighter this week. First, you will clearly notice the classic 1973 purple-and-orange colors. Most importantly, this FedEx Boeing 777 retro livery honours Frederick W. Smith. He was the brilliant founder of FedEx. Sadly, he passed away in June 2025. Still, he left a massive mark on the global airline world. Back in 1973, Smith started the brave company with tiny jets. Now, the huge company flies massive cargo planes all over the entire […]

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flyadeal Expands Indian Footprint: Launching Direct Flights from Riyadh to Mumbai

August 11, 2026

flyadeal is expanding its international network again. The popular low-fare airline is part of the Saudia Group. Now, it has announced new flights to Mumbai. Starting 3 October 2026, the airline will fly non-stop between Riyadh and Mumbai. As a result, Mumbai becomes its second destination in India. Previously, flyadeal successfully entered the Indian market. Specifically, it started flights to Hyderabad on 3 July 2026. Connecting Two Commercial Powerhouses The new Riyadh-Mumbai route connects two major commercial capitals. Therefore, it […]

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Taking Flight to New Heights: Akasa Air Launches ‘Akasa Elevate’

August 7, 2026

Akasa Air just turned four. To celebrate, the airline launched a brand-new loyalty programme, Akasa Elevate. Therefore, frequent flyers have a great reason to rejoice. In this post, we will show you exactly what this new club offers. What is Akasa Elevate? First, Akasa Elevate is a frequent flyer club that rewards you every time you fly. Currently, the airline is growing its route network fast. Because of this growth, you have more chances to earn rewards. For example, every trip brings you closer to flight upgrades […]

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Riyadh Air Mumbai to Riyadh Flights Open for Booking as Airline Expands into India

July 8, 2026

The aviation world is buzzing with excitement as Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newest digitally native airline, has officially opened ticket sales for its highly anticipated daily service between Mumbai (BOM) and Riyadh (RUH). Whether you are a frequent business traveler, an aviation enthusiast, or planning your next grand vacation, this new route promises to redefine the flying experience between India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Let’s dive into what this means for travelers and why this new connection is […]

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