Japan eyes Indian live firing ranges for missile and drone training as defence cooperation deepensJapan is collaborating with India to enhance defense capabilities, particularly in anti-ship missile training and drone operations. Japanes...
29 Oct, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Akasa Air to hike pilots’ salaries by up to 20% from January 2027 as it expands fleet and routesAkasa Air plans to raise pilots' salaries by up to 20 percent from January 1, 2027. The airline will also increase the minimum protected fl...
28 Oct, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
Smit Machchhar, flydubai crew honoured by UAE President for bravery during mid-air attackSheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II to Captain Smit Machchhar and his crew. This recognition was f...
28 Oct, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
United Flight 1681 forced to return to Las Vegas after flight attendant spots passenger texting about hijacking aircraftUnited Flight 1681 hijack: United Flight 1681 returned to Las Vegas after a flight attendant reportedly spotted a passenger texting about h...
26 Oct, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
Railways plans container transport overhaul to attract more export cargoIndian Railways is implementing changes in container transport to enhance export traffic and streamline operations. The initiative includes...
25 Oct, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Lithuanian traveller tries Vande Bharat Express in India, says it was worth every penny but compares luggage rush to the Hunger Games and raises concerns over safety and cleanlinessKarisha and Kristina, two friends from Lithuania, are embarking on a month-long journey through India, documenting their experiences online...
25 Oct, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Some US runways have pulsing white lights across their path: When switched on, they mark the point where a landing aircraft must stop shortAirports implement Land and Hold-Short Operations (LAHSO) to optimize efficiency and regulate air traffic flow. Strict protocols govern the...
24 Oct, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
Indian Railways wants zero alcohol in loco pilots' blood, but what if tests detect traces without drinking? The rule under reviewThe Railway Board is yet to decide whether loco pilots should face disciplinary action when blood tests detect very low alcohol levels desp...
24 Oct, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Four Philippine Air Force pilots killed in training accidentTwo SF-260 trainer aircraft from the Philippine Air Force crashed during a training flight at Fernando Air Base. The midair collision occur...
24 Oct, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
DGCA extends pilot rest rule deadline to March as airlines face cost pressuresThe Directorate General of Civil Aviation has extended the deadline for revised pilot rest rules to March 31, 2027. This extension is a res...
24 Oct, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
India to build vibrant Civil Defence network with first-of-its-kind joint training initiative with Indian ArmyIndia is set to develop a Civil Defence network with a joint training program involving the Indian Army. This initiative will initially pro...
23 Oct, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Netanyahu invites PM Modi to light torch together with Indian pilot Smit Machchhar on Israel's Independence DayIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in Independence Day celebrations. ...
22 Oct, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Indian Navy carries out trials of Rafale Marine in Goa for INS VikrantThe Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) is a fighter jet designed to operate from aircraft carriers at sea. It is built by Dassault Aviation of France...
21 Oct, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
Fighter jet crashes in eastern France, killing at least 1 personLate Tuesday, a Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashed in eastern France while on its return flight from a mission. Reports confirm one crew memb...
21 Oct, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Two British aircraft encounter unidentified objects over North Sea, neither shows up on radarTwo RAF aircraft reported close encounters with unidentified objects over the North Sea in February, including one incident in which a pilo...
17 Oct, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Unstabilised approach, low-altitude stall caused 2023 Mumbai Learjet crash: AAIB reportThe Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau finalized the investigation into the crash of a Learjet in Mumbai. Key factors included crew err...
17 Oct, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Aviation regulator DGCA may consider one-time check of pilots' training records, says AAIB in probe reportProbe agency AAIB has proposed that DGCA conduct a one-time review of fixed-wing pilot training records. The recommendations followed an ac...
16 Oct, 2026, 09.43 PM IST