Trump wants Qatar-gifted Air Force One to feature at his presidential library, but hurdles remain: ReportA Boeing 747-8, gifted by Qatar, is now serving as a temporary Air Force One for President Trump. While awaiting new presidential aircraft,...
06 Jul, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Akasa Air plans to operate flights under UDAN scheme, says CEO Vinay DubeAkasa Air is set to join the UDAN regional connectivity scheme, with CEO Vinay Dube confirming a steady influx of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. ...
05 Jul, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
Govt scraps TDS on GIFT City aircraft lease rentalsAirlines are now exempt from deducting tax at source on lease rentals paid to eligible aircraft leasing companies in GIFT City. This move a...
05 Jul, 2026, 06.48 AM IST
Eastward ho! Indian travellers give West a missIndian travellers are increasingly favouring Asian destinations like Thailand, Vietnam and Japan for summer holidays over Europe. This shif...
05 Jul, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Akasa Air receives 40th aircraft, expands fleet with Boeing 737 MAX 8-200Akasa Air has welcomed its 40th aircraft, a Boeing 737 MAX 8-200, marking a significant step in its fleet expansion. This latest delivery i...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Flight of capitalA budget airline's absurd pricing model, charging for emotions and even air, highlighted extreme capitalism. Meanwhile, a mandatory office ...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Gulf carriers eye Boeing, Airbus jets as Air India weighs delaysGulf airlines like Etihad and Saudia are reportedly eyeing earlier aircraft delivery slots, potentially from Air India's deferred orders. T...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
IndiGo launches Lite fare with lower prices for cabin bag-only travellersIndiGo has introduced 'IndiGo Lite', a new budget-friendly Economy Class fare for travellers with just cabin baggage. This option, availabl...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
Oman Air targets tourists on new Singapore route, eyes North Asia expansionOman Air is launching a new route to Singapore, aiming to tap into the city-state's appeal as a growing tourist destination. This expansion...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Air India upgrades Delhi-Melbourne flights with First Class, Wi-Fi from July 1Air India is enhancing its Delhi-Melbourne route from July 1 by introducing a refurbished Boeing 777-300ER, featuring a new First Class cab...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Air India may restore some flight schedules amid easing West Asia conflict: SourcesAccording to airline sources, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson communicated to employees that the easing of the conflict has created a more st...
26 Jun, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
FAA proposes to speed new commercial aircraft certificationsThe Federal Aviation Administration is proposing significant changes to expedite the certification of new commercial aircraft, aligning its...
26 Jun, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Airbus to inspect 16 Emirates, Qantas A380s after wing cracks foundAirbus on Tuesday said it would inspect 16 A380 planes, five of them immediately, after cracks were found in a key wing component on aircra...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
Akasa Air plans to hike capacity by 30%Akasa Air is charting an ambitious course, targeting a significant 30% capacity expansion by fiscal year 2027. Despite global uncertainties...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.26 AM IST
Akasa Air eyes 30% capacity growth in FY27Akasa Air is set for a significant 30% capacity expansion this financial year, with ambitious long-term plans remaining steadfast despite g...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Akasa Air adds Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to its fleet, airline's 39th planeAkasa Air welcomed its 39th Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, a significant addition to its fleet this year. The new plane, VT-YBP, completed its de...
22 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
KKR bets $1.4 billion on aircraft leasing, eyes airlines, Boeing and AirbusPrivate equity firm KKR is investing an additional $1.4 billion in aircraft leasing through its partnership with Altavair. This move comes ...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.16 AM IST