In a strategic move to optimize its fleet amidst a slow recovery of long-haul international routes following the COVID-19 pandemic, China Southern Airlines has announced plans to sell its entire fleet of 10 Boeing 787-8 aircraft. This decision made public on November 19, 2024, includes the sale of two GE Aerospace GEnx-1B engines and marks
The aviation industry is a marvel of technological advancements and operational efficiency, with Airbus standing as a pioneer in innovation. One of its most groundbreaking contributions is the Airbus commonality concept flight deck system. This revolutionary approach ensures that the cockpit layouts, operational systems, and flight controls are nearly identical across all Airbus aircraft. From
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation today from the historic Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 77th Independence Day. In a momentous speech that highlighted the nation’s progress and challenges, PM Modi announced three pioneering schemes aimed at fostering empowerment (Drone Training), skill development (Urban Relief), and economic upliftment (Vishwakarma Surprise). 1. Vishwakarma
Empowering Women in Agriculture: PM Modi Unveils Agri-Drones for Self-Help Women’s Groups In a significant move to integrate technology and women-led development in the agricultural sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of a pioneering scheme during his Independence Day speech. The scheme aims to provide agri-drones to thousands of women-led self-help groups (SHGs),
Air India, the iconic Tata-owned airline, has taken a bold step towards reimagining its identity by unveiling a new logo that speaks of limitless possibilities and a forward-looking approach. The airline, under the stewardship of the Tata Group, has meticulously worked on this transformation for the past 15 months, marking a significant departure from its
In a move aimed at enhancing the accessibility of air travel for the common man, a parliamentary panel has recommended the implementation of “reasonable upper fare caps” for all airlines. On Thursday, the Parliament tabled the report, urging the civil aviation ministry to take immediate steps in order to ensure that air transport remains affordable
NEW DELHI, August 11, 2023 – Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran announced on Thursday that Air India, under the guidance of the Tata Group, will harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to revolutionize its operations. Chandrasekaran emphasized that Air India is more than just a business venture for the group;
Batik Air, a prominent member of the Lion Air Group, has exciting news for travel enthusiasts and business travelers alike. The airline is all set to introduce direct flight connectivity between Chennai and Medan, Indonesia, starting from August 11, as announced on Thursday. This move comes as a significant step to enhance travel convenience and
In an unexpected turn of events, six passengers of IndiGo flight 6E 6162 traveling from Bengaluru to Mangaluru found themselves stranded at Kempegowda International Airport, left in a state of shock as the flight took off a staggering 12 minutes ahead of its designated departure time on a Friday afternoon. The incident has sparked a
In a significant development in the ongoing saga of cash-strapped airline Go First (formerly known as GoAir), the Supreme Court (SC) of India recently rejected the appeal by the airline’s Resolution Professional (RP) against a Delhi High Court order. The high court ruling had granted permission to the airline’s lessors to inspect the aircraft leased
