The price of jet fuel or ATF witnessed a 1.65 percent hike on Saturday, marking the first increase in rates after four months of reductions prompted by declining oil prices. In the national capital, the cost of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) rose by Rs 1,476.79 per kilolitre, equivalent to 1.65 percent, reaching Rs 90,779.88 per
Starting Saturday, airline passengers who have already endured numerous weather-related flight delays may face additional disruptions. This is due to the anticipated activation of new 5G systems by wireless providers near major airports. Aviation groups have long expressed concerns about the potential interference of 5G signals with aircraft equipment, particularly devices that rely on radio
On Friday, the Ministry of Civil Aviation made an announcement, providing an update on the progress of the construction of the Ayodhya airport. They announced that they expect to finish the airport by September 2023. According to the ministry, the new airport will be designed to accommodate A-320/B-737 type of Aircraft and is being developed
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has conducted a recent analysis of data revealing a significant decline in the average prices of air tickets on various domestic routes, including the popular Delhi-Mumbai route. This development comes as a relief to travelers who have experienced a sharp surge in airfares, particularly following the suspension of
IndiGo, one of India’s leading airlines, has announced the addition of two non-stop daily flights to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, thereby enhancing the international connectivity of Lucknow Airport. Commencing operations on July 12, these new flights are expected to bolster the airport’s average international flight count from 13 to 17 flights per day, according to
In an effort to enhance aviation safety, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a mandate to airlines, urging them to enforce and uphold regulations governing cockpit access. The DGCA has taken this step in response to recent incidents where airlines allowed unauthorized individuals into the cockpit during scheduled flights, which raised concerns
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that it will be conducting a special audit of Go First’s facilities in the national capital and Mumbai from July 4th to 6th. The audit is a crucial step before approving the airline’s revival plan and the resumption of its flights, according to a senior official
In a recent media roundtable held in Delhi, Sean Doyle, the CEO of British Airways, revealed that the airline is experiencing a significant surge in demand from India, leading to a more balanced growth trajectory. Doyle emphasized the importance of India as a key market for British Airways, stating that the airline is actively looking
The iconic mascot of Air India, Maharaja, finds himself at the crossroads of retirement or a potential revival as he enters his late seventies. Back in 1946, Bobby Kooka, the Commercial Director of Air India, joined forces with Umesh Rao, an artist from the advertising agency J. Walter Thompson, to create this celebrated brand symbol.
Go First, the cash-strapped airline currently undergoing insolvency resolution, has announced the extension of the cancellation of its scheduled flights until July 6. This comes as the airline has faced financial difficulties, leading to a suspension of operations since May 3. According to PTI, Go First has had to repeatedly extend flight cancellations due to
