On Thursday, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the aviation regulator, provided a 30-day extension to Go First, an airline facing financial difficulties, to present a detailed plan for the revitalization of its operations. Earlier this week, the airline clarified that they currently lack a specific timeline for resuming their services. Go First, a
Mangaluru, May 26, 2023 – A Dubai-bound Indigo aircraft, which was preparing for take-off on the runway of Mangaluru International Airport (MIA), encountered a bird strike, leading to the cancellation of the flight. The incident occurred on Thursday morning at approximately 8:30 am, causing the pilot to immediately alert the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and
IndiGo’s Chandigarh to Ahmedabad flight encountered an unexpected situation during its landing on Monday, as strong tailwinds affected the aircraft’s approach. However, the flight crew swiftly responded to the situation, executing a go-around maneuver before successfully completing the landing a short while later. The incident highlights the critical role played by pilots in ensuring passenger
The head of operations at crisis-hit airline Go First informs the staff that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the aviation regulator, will assess their readiness and conduct an audit before granting approval for the resumption of flights. Go First, facing financial difficulties, halted its flight operations on May 3 and is currently undergoing
On Wednesday, the Ministry of Civil Aviation introduced UDAN 5.1 with the aim of bolstering connectivity to remote regions in the country and establishing vital links through helicopter services. This round of RCS-UDAN marks a significant milestone as it exclusively focuses on helicopter routes. According to an official statement by the ministry, “UDAN 5.1 permits
India’s Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, recently held a significant interaction with a delegation from Boeing, one of the world’s leading aerospace companies. The delegation, led by Boeing President Salil Gupte, included their global senior leadership team. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss India’s aviation market potential and the opportunities it presents for both
The aviation regulatory authority, DGCA, has announced its intention to conduct an assessment of Go First’s readiness prior to granting permission for the beleaguered airline to recommence its flight operations. Due to financial constraints, Go First halted its flight services on May 3 and is currently undergoing voluntary insolvency resolution procedures. On Tuesday, a high-ranking
In a new development surrounding the ongoing crisis at Go’s airline Go First, the suspended board members, led by chairman Varun Berry, have taken preemptive measures by filing caveat petitions in the Supreme Court. These petitions have been filed against four aircraft lessors – SMBC Aviation Capital, GY Aviation, SFV Aircraft Holdings, and Engine Leasing
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently called on US-based aircraft manufacturer Boeing to increase its investment in India’s aerospace sector, emphasizing the country’s high growth trajectory in the aerospace and civil market. During a meeting with a delegation from Boeing, which included their global senior leadership team, Sitharaman highlighted the numerous opportunities available in India for
According to an official, Go First, the airline facing a crisis, is actively engaged in devising a strategy to recommence its operations as soon as possible. The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) accepted the airline’s voluntary plea on May 10, initiating insolvency resolution proceedings that the airline is currently undergoing. However, certain lessors who had
