UDAN flights discontinued on 50% of routes launched so farIndia's ambitious plan to boost regional air travel is struggling, with nearly half of UDAN routes now inactive. Despite significant govern...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
Regional carriers demand slots, aircraft and simpler rules as India relaunches faltering connectivity schemeOf the 669 routes made operational since the Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) scheme started in 2017, commercial flights are currently operati...
04 Jul, 2026, 12.14 AM 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
Air India, SIA Engineering to set up maintenance, repair and overhaul joint venture in IndiaAir India and Singapore Airlines' engineering arm are exploring a joint venture to establish a world-class Maintenance, Repair, and Overhau...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
Air India Express fully restores flights to West AsiaAir India Express has fully reinstated its West Asia flight network, including services to Oman and Kuwait, following a temporary halt due ...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.27 AM 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
SAS to buy up to 40 Airbus A330 aircraft for over $10 billionScandinavian airline SAS said Tuesday that it would buy up to 40 new Airbus jets in its biggest aircraft order ever, totalling over $10 bil...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM 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
Air India: As Campbell Wilson readies for departure, N Chandrasekaran enters the cockpitChandrasekaran has called for closer coordination across the airline’s departments. Key divisions such as flight operations, commercial str...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
India panel proposes simulator-heavy pilot licence to ease crew shortage, document showsIndia is exploring a new pilot license option to combat a growing shortage, proposing increased simulator training and reduced flight hours...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.50 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