Tue, 10 Dec 2024 17:27:58 +0530
Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport has expanded its flight network with IndiGo. New direct routes connect to Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, and Kolkata, plus a one-stop connection to Dimapur. These additions aim to enhance travel convenience for both leisure and business passengers, particularly improving connectivity to the Northeast region.
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Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:35:04 +0530
Travel to Kerala for Christmas and New Year is proving costly, with bus and airfares surging due to high demand. Train tickets are booked, and private bus fares have increased up to 200 per cent. While airfares have doubled, Kerala's tourism appeal remains strong despite the inflated prices. Additional bus services are anticipated to alleviate the travel crunch.
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Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:29:43 +0530
IndiGo cancelled all flights to and from Ranchi, Jharkhand on Monday due to dense fog caused by rainfall. The rain, a result of cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, increased Ranchi's minimum temperature. Clearer weather is expected from December 11, followed by a significant cold wave starting December 15.
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Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:16:50 +0530
Noida International airport has completed a successful validation flight, marking a critical milestone in its readiness for commercial operations. This achievement highlights the airport's compliance with stringent safety and operational standards.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:46:30 +0530
Air India has ordered 100 additional Airbus aircraft, including 10 A350 widebody and 90 A320 Family narrowbody planes, to strengthen its fleet and expand global connectivity. Currently, Air India has 344 new Airbus aircraft expected, having already received six A350s. In 2023, the airline also placed orders for 220 aircraft with Boeing, of which 185 remain to be delivered.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:26:06 +0530
Vietjet has added an Airbus A321neo ACF to its fleet, emphasising eco-friendly and efficient air travel. With plans to acquire more aircraft and wet-lease additional capacity, the airline aims to meet high travel demands during peak seasons and continue its expansion into global markets.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:49:06 +0530
Noida International Airport conducted a trial run with a passenger flight on Monday to assess operational readiness. The exercise evaluated runway conditions, navigation aids, and air traffic control systems. Data collected will be submitted to the DGCA for aerodrome license approval, a crucial step towards the airport's projected December 15th operational start date.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:11:49 +0530
Pune Airport achieved a record 204 flight movements on Sunday, exceeding 200 for the first time. This surge follows a call for airlines to utilize allocated slots or relinquish them. Officials cite increased passenger load and anticipate continued growth, with hopes for airlines to fill remaining red-eye slots. A passenger urges a swift transition to the new terminal building.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:31:19 +0530
Air India Express, Tata's budget carrier, merged with AIX Connect in October to boost profitability and scale. Despite increased income, Air India Express reported a loss in FY24, while AIX Connect reduced its losses. The airline plans to double its fleet and expand its network, focusing on connecting smaller cities to major hubs.
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Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:08:35 +0530
Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is celebrating 100 years of flight operations. Starting as Dum Dum Airport in 1924, it served as a crucial international hub. The centenary celebrations, planned for December 2024 to March 2025, will feature exhibitions and cultural programs, commemorating the airport's evolution from a strategic stopover to a major aviation gateway.
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Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0530
Kolkata Airport launches self-service baggage drop. Flyers can now tag and drop their bags. This new system bypasses long check-in lines. Passengers can proceed directly to security. The service covers IndiGo, Air India, and Air India Express. These airlines handle most domestic Kolkata flights. This initiative follows web check-in and Digi Yatra. The airport aims to make travel smoother.
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Sun, 08 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0530
Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, visited Prayagraj airport in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday to review the ongoing construction of the new terminal building.
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Sat, 07 Dec 2024 13:10:02 +0530
Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA) has earned Level 2 Airport Customer Experience Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI), a first for Northeast India. The Adani-managed airport saw a surge in passenger traffic, handling over 1.74 lakh passengers between November 6-16, including a record-breaking 20,413 passengers on November 14.
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Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:20:00 +0530
Air India has implemented measures to mitigate flight disruptions during the North Indian fog season. These include adjusted flight schedules, increased CAT-3 trained pilots, and additional airport staff. A 'Fog Care' initiative allows passengers to reschedule or cancel Delhi flights without penalty. Similar measures were announced by IndiGo airlines, citing visibility and operational challenges during winter.
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Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:20:51 +0530
Air India Express is expanding its fleet and adding new routes, aiming for over 100 aircraft by March 2025 and nearly double that within three years. Kolkata-Dhaka flights are postponed due to Bangladesh's political climate, but Kathmandu service begins March 2025. Expansion targets short-haul routes, connecting major cities with smaller destinations, and increasing presence in Southeast Asia and the Gulf.
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Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:17:02 +0530
Global air travel demand rose by 7.1 per cent in October 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Supported by a 6.1 per cent increase in capacity, the global load factor reached 83.9 per cent. International demand grew by 9.5 per cent, with the Asia-Pacific region leading at 17.5 per cent. Domestic travel also advanced by 3.5 per cent, with China showing robust growth.
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Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:33:23 +0530
India's aviation regulator, DGCA, is streamlining regulations for wet-leasing aircraft to address rising travel demand and supply chain delays. Wet-leasing, which includes crew and maintenance, allows airlines like IndiGo and SpiceJet to operate additional planes while facing engine issues and expanding routes. The revised rules aim to enhance safety oversight and facilitate wet-leasing from countries with robust safety records.
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Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:25:00 +0530
Alliance Air has launched a new twice-weekly flight route between Guwahati and Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh. This initiative aims to boost tourism and healthcare access, connecting Ziro's emerging MICE tourism hub with advanced medical facilities in larger cities. The flights operate on Mondays and Wednesdays, facilitating convenient travel for both business and leisure.
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Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:30:00 +0530
Most airlines are not doing enough to transition to sustainable aviation fuel, which currently makes up only 1 percent of global usage. Oil producers are also not investing sufficiently in the production of this fuel. Despite some efforts by airlines like Air France-KLM and United Airlines, many are still behind in meeting their emission reduction targets.
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Tue, 03 Dec 2024 17:00:48 +0530
ICRA forecasts a 7-10 per cent year-on-year increase in domestic air passenger traffic for FY2025, reaching 164-170 million. The agency also highlights the challenges faced by the industry, including rising costs, supply-chain disruptions, and a temporary rise in grounded aircraft. Despite these hurdles, ICRA maintains a stable outlook for the sector, expecting a gradual capacity increase and a healthier international passenger traffic growth
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