Air India has completed the retrofit of its 27 legacy A320neo aircraft within a record one‑year window, part of a USD 400 million fleet modernisation initiative. With these refurbished aircraft, plus newly delivered A320neos and A320 Family jets integrated after the Vistara merger, Air India now operates 104 A320 Family aircraft featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors across 3,024 weekly flights on 82 domestic and short‑haul international routes. The upgraded cabins offer a consistent three‑class product with refreshed Business, Premium […]
Air India Express is rewriting the rules of low-cost flying in India. The airline has unveiled its first retrofitted Boeing 737-8 aircraft at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, showcasing a cabin that blends style, comfort, and technology. This milestone is part of a larger transformation journey that began with its refreshed brand identity in October 2023 and now extends to an ambitious Winter 2025 schedule. A Cabin That Feels Premium Step inside the new Boeing 737-8, and you’ll notice […]
In the age of digital convenience, travellers are no longer settling for long queues, crowded terminals, or the uncertainty of last-minute airport lounge access. Adani OneApp, your all-in-one airport companion that’s redefining how India travels by putting control, comfort, and convenience in your hands. The Reality of Walk-In Lounge Access in India Overcrowding: With over 80% of Indian domestic air travel on no-frills carriers, passengers seek lounges for meals and comfort. This has led to queues of 20–50 people outside […]
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a firm order for 30 more Airbus A350-900 aircraft, converting a Memorandum of Understanding signed in June into a binding agreement. This move doubles IndiGo’s total A350 orders to 60 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to enter the long-haul international market. The decision reflects IndiGo’s ambition to transform from a domestic powerhouse into a global aviation player. With over 400 aircraft currently in service and 900+ on order, IndiGo is positioning […]
Air India and Airbus have opened a new pilot training centre in Gurugram, Haryana. This modern facility is part of the Air India Aviation Training Academy. It shows their strong focus on building skilled aviation talent in India. Meeting the Growing Demand for Pilots India’s aviation sector is growing fast. Air India has ordered over 570 new aircraft. To support this growth, the airline needs many more trained pilots. This new centre will train over 5,000 pilots in the next […]
Star Air, a rapidly expanding player in India’s aviation sector and the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG), has announced an ambitious fleet expansion plan. This strategic move aims to grow the airline’s fleet to 25 aircraft over the next 36 months, reinforcing its commitment to “Connecting Real India” and enhancing access to quality air travel for underserved regions. Fleet Expansion Details: A Boost to Regional Connectivity As part of this plan, Star Air will induct two new […]
The Sarang Helicopter Display Team has evolved from the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Evaluation Flight, which was formed at Bengaluru in 2003, to evaluate the indigenous helicopter ‘Dhruvʼ, prior to its induction into operational service. True to its name the ALH has been a guiding beacon, standing out like the Pole star in the Indian Aviation sector. Designed and conceived by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, the Dhruv is an all-weather, multi-mission capable helicopter. Notably, it features rigid, hinge- less rotors making […]
Akasa Air, one of the leading aviation companies, has announced the expansion of its Learning and Development Academy. The Academy, which was launched in 2019, is aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of its employees and ensuring that they are equipped with the latest industry-specific information and expertise. The expansion of the Academy is a significant step in the company’s commitment to providing world-class training to its employees and staying ahead of the competition. About Akasa Air Learning and […]
We are finally entering the new realm of space travel. 11th July 2021 marked the first step towards suborbital space travel for civilians with the first fully crewed space flight by Virgin Galactic. Sir Richard Branson with two pilots, Dave Mackay and Michael Masucci, and three Galactic employees – Beth Moses, Colin Bennett and Sirisha Bandla entered the space in a rocket-powered spacecraft. All about Mission Unity 22! Mission Unity 22′ VSS Unity (Virgin Spaceship) took off from New Mexico’s […]
COVID-19 pandemic changed the definition of airline travel drastically. For airlines, 2020 was about repatriation, cargo flights and supply of essential goods. But slowly, things are ready to move to the next step by easing some travel restrictions. We all have been paranoid about the virus! From compulsory RT-PCR tests to seven days quarantine and a bunch of restrictions for safe travel, we are getting accustomed to the new normal. 2021 is seeing the introduction of vaccination drives across different […]