Akasa Air achieved a significant milestone on August 1, as it welcomed its 20th aircraft, making it the first airline in Asia to include the 737-8-200 variant of the Boeing 737 MAX with 197 seats in its expanding fleet. Previously, Akasa Air’s fleet consisted of 19 aircraft, each with either 174 or 189 seats. The 20th aircraft, with the registration VT YAV, arrived in Bengaluru after being ceremoniously handed over to the airline in Seattle, USA, on July 28, 2023. […]
In a significant development for regional air connectivity, Just Udo Aviation Private Limited, operating as FLY91, has been granted its first set of routes under the Indian Government’s Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) UDAN. The newly awarded routes, part of UDAN 5.0, will enable FLY91 to establish crucial links between Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Nanded, and Agatti with popular destinations like Bangalore, Goa, Hyderabad, and Pune, catering to both business and leisure travelers. This major milestone sets the stage for FLY91’s upcoming commercial […]
Air India has recently inked a significant agreement with CFM International, the joint venture of GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, to acquire over 800 CFM LEAP engines to propel its upcoming narrow body aircraft fleet. The airline had earlier placed a substantial order for 470 planes from leading manufacturers Airbus and Boeing, with a predominant focus on the Airbus A320neo family and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Modern engines for modern fleet of aircraft Under this new deal, Air India […]
In an exciting development for the aviation industry, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia officially inaugurated the dual elevated Eastern Cross Taxiways (ECT) and the fourth runway at Delhi Airport. As the largest airport in the country, Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) handles over 1,500 aircraft movements each day. The newly unveiled Eastern Cross Taxiways, stretching 2.1 kilometers in length, promise to significantly reduce passenger tarmac time during landing and take-off. Notably, this makes Delhi airport the only one in India […]
Vistara, a renowned full-service carrier in India and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has achieved a significant milestone by serving 50 million customers within just eight years of operation. This accomplishment highlights Vistara‘s remarkable growth and underscores the trust that customers have placed in the brand. Vistara redefining air travel in India From the beginning, Vistara has consistently aimed to redefine air travel in India by delivering exceptional service, safety, comfort, and reliability. By offering […]
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, has announced its newest addition to the 6E network: Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. This marks the airline’s 27th international destination and 105th overall. Starting from August 5, 2023, IndiGo will offer daily non-stop flights between Mumbai, India’s financial capital, and Nairobi, Kenya’s largest city. The introduction of this route signifies IndiGo’s entry into the African subcontinent and brings a host of benefits for both business and leisure travelers. It is a significant step in IndiGo’s […]
At Paris Airshow 2023, Akasa Air announced its plans for expansion, revealing the acquisition of four additional Boeing 737 MAX airplanes. The airline also stated that it will announce a significant three-digit aircraft order later this year. These four airplanes will be added to the existing order book of 72 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. During the Paris Air Show, Akasa Air expressed their excitement about the purchase, stating on Twitter, “We are thrilled to add four more Boeing 737-8 airplanes […]
Air India has finalized purchase agreements with Airbus and Boeing for its massive 470-aircraft order, which was announced in February. The agreements, valued at $70 billion based on the list price of the aircraft, were signed during the ongoing Paris Air Show 2023 event. List of Aircraft in the Order The firm orders placed by Air India include 34 A350-1000, 6 A350-900, 140 Airbus A320neo and 70 Airbus A321neo from Airbus. It also includes 20 787 Dreamliners, 10 Boeing 777X wide-body […]
IndiGo, a low-cost airline, has made a groundbreaking 500 aircraft order (Airbus A320 family), surpassing Air India’s previous order of 470 planes from Airbus and Boeing earlier this year. This deal, according to IndiGo, represents the largest single aircraft purchase ever made by an airline from Airbus, solidifying its position as the world’s largest customer of the A320 Family. The engine selection and the specific combination of A320 and A321 planes will be determined at a later date, as mentioned […]
The whole world is worried about the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Citizens from various countries are stuck in the war struck regions of Ukraine which are being invaded by Russia. While the tensions keep mounting, several Indian nationals, including students have been stuck in Ukraine for over the last few days. After Ukraine airspace was completely closed yesterday, Air India‘s flight from Delhi to Kiev had to return back. The aircraft was over the Iranian airspace when it was diverted back […]