Govt Approves Two New Airlines: Al-Hind Air and FlyExpress
The Indian government has granted initial approval to two new airlines, Al-Hind Air and FlyExpress, boosting aviation competition and connectivity. Read the full details here.
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Govt Clears 3 New Airlines, Including Ratan Tata-Backed Airline
India's aviation sector expands as the government grants NOC to three new airlines, including a Ratan Tata-backed venture. Discover the new players and what this means for flyers.
Two New Airlines, Al Hind Air & FlyExpress, Get NOCs
India's aviation sector expands as Al Hind Air and FlyExpress receive NOCs. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirms the developments. Read the latest updates here.
India Approves 3 New Airlines to Break Duopoly
India's aviation ministry grants NOCs to Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress to increase competition. The move follows recent flight disruptions, aiming to lower costs and offer more choices to flyers.
IndiGo's Turkish wet-leased aircraft must leave by March: DGCA
DGCA mandates IndiGo to return all wet-leased planes from Turkey by March 2026. No further extensions granted for Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines after February. Details inside.
Air India Express Pilot Booked for Assaulting Passenger
An Air India Express pilot is under investigation after an FIR was filed for allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on April 14. Read the full details.
Lawyer: Delhi Airport Incident Facts Misrepresented
Lawyer for pilot Anup Kumar Sejwal alleges misrepresentation of facts in the Delhi Airport incident. Get the full story on the legal arguments and the pilot's defense.
Mexico Pilot Barricades in Cockpit Over Unpaid Wages
A pilot in Mexico City refused to take off, barricading himself to protest 5 months of unpaid salary. Passengers evacuated as authorities investigate. Read the full story.
Chennai court fines airlines ₹5 lakh for lost passenger baggage
Chennai consumer court holds Emirates & United Airlines liable for lost baggage, orders ₹5 lakh compensation to an orthopaedic surgeon. Details on the landmark ruling inside.
DGCA Issues Caution for Students Going Abroad for Pilot Training
India's DGCA warns students about risks of foreign pilot training. The regulator clarifies it has no oversight on overseas institutions. Read the full advisory for crucial due diligence steps.
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on India, Flights Rerouted
Pakistan extends airspace closure for Indian airlines till January 24, forcing 800 weekly flights on longer routes. India set to reciprocate, escalating 9-month aviation standoff. Read full analysis.
Azul Airlines Exits Bankruptcy, Plans Profit with US Backing
Brazil's Azul SA, now backed by United and American Airlines, exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It plans a domestic focus, profit by 2026, and will handle World Cup travel demand. Read the full story.
IndiGo CEO Reassures Staff After Flight Disruptions
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers assures employees the airline is recovering from recent flight disruptions. Read his internal message on the steps being taken to restore normalcy.
IndiGo Stumbles as New Pilot Rules, Staffing Issues Collide
IndiGo faces operational turbulence as new pilot duty-time limits, staffing shortages, and an aggressive winter schedule reveal deep flaws in its crew planning model. Discover the full story.
IndiGo Targets Dec 10 for Operational Stability
IndiGo forms a Crisis Management Group led by Chairman Vikram Singh Mehta to oversee operations, aiming for stabilization by December 10. Read the latest updates.
IndiGo to hire 900+ pilots amid new flight-limit rules
IndiGo plans to recruit over 900 pilots to comply with new night-flight regulations, but experts warn of significant hiring challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo Lifts Pilot Hiring Freeze Amid Operational Crisis
IndiGo ends pilot hiring freeze after flight cancellations crisis. Airline seeks A320 captains as it moves to stabilize operations following DGCA rule changes. Read the latest updates.
How DGCA's New Pilot Rules Impact IndiGo & Travelers
New DGCA pilot safety regulations, enforced from November 1, 2025, are causing operational challenges for IndiGo and affecting air travel. Understand the rules and their impact.
Air India, Maldivian Partner for Maldives Island Connectivity
Air India partners with Maldivian to offer seamless travel to 16 remote Maldivian islands via Dharamshala and Bengaluru hubs. Explore new horizons with enhanced interline connectivity.
Anubhav Bassi's Show Delayed Due to Flight Issues
Comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi vents on Instagram about 4-hour flight delay, forcing his Bandra show to be rescheduled. He reassures fans the show will go on. Details inside.
Indian Airlines Fix Airbus A320 Solar Storm Risk
Indian carriers complete emergency software rollback on 323 Airbus A320 aircraft to prevent solar storm-related control issues. Read how airlines prevented major disruptions.
Indian Airlines Upgrade 323 A320 Aircraft Software
Indian airlines complete critical software upgrades for 323 operational A320 family aircraft, enhancing safety and operational efficiency across domestic fleets.
Indian carriers fix Airbus A320 software risk swiftly
IndiGo, Air India complete critical software update on 323 Airbus A320 planes in just over a day, preventing mass flight cancellations. DGCA coordinated the emergency safety fix.
Indian Airlines Complete A320 Software Upgrade
Indian carriers IndiGo and Air India successfully upgraded software on over 90% of 338 affected Airbus A320 aircraft with minimal flight disruptions. DGCA data shows only 4 cancellations during the process.
IndiGo First Indian Airline to Complete Airbus Safety Updates
IndiGo becomes first major Indian operator to complete mandatory Airbus A320 fleet upgrades. Air India and Air India Express also report 90% completion. Read about the safety enhancements.
Indian Airlines Update Airbus Software After Alert
IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express race to complete Airbus software updates by Saturday, causing minor flight disruptions. Stay informed about travel impacts.
Indian Airlines Fix A320 Software Flaw from Solar Flare Risk
Indian carriers worked through weekend to roll back Airbus A320 software update that posed solar radiation risk. DGCA supervised operation affecting 338 aircraft with minimal disruptions.
Airbus A320 Software Glitch: Global Airlines Rush Fixes
Global airlines including Air India and IndiGo race against time to fix Airbus A320 software glitch affecting 6,000 planes worldwide. Get latest updates on flight disruptions and resolution progress across India and globally.
Indian Airlines Upgrade Software in 270 Aircraft
IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express complete software upgrades in 80% of their aircraft fleet to address flight control issues. Remaining 68 planes to be updated by end of day.
Indian Airlines Upgrade Software in 300+ Aircraft
IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express complete software upgrades in over 300 aircraft following flight control safety directive. Learn about the safety enhancements implemented.
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