Searched for
COMMERCIAL PASSENGER PLANES
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 ...
Your airplane seat could determine accident survival chances: Worst and best places to sit, finds researchResearch into past aviation accidents suggests that passengers seated in certain places may have better chances of survival in certain cras...
They flew night-fighter planes into the heart of thunderstorms. Somehow, no one died, and made flying safe for all of usThe Thunderstorm Project changed the story of air travel forever. Scientists and combat pilots entered deadly storms to uncover hidden weat...
A330 neo planes could be very good option for Indian aviation market: Airbus execIndia's aviation sector is set for significant expansion. Airbus believes its A330 neo aircraft is a strong contender for Indian airlines. ...
That tiny hole at the bottom of airplane windows: Do you know why it matters?A tiny hole in airplane windows is a vital engineering marvel. This breather hole expertly manages immense cabin pressure differences. It a...
India’s youngest airline adds flights while Iran war crimps rivalsIndia's youngest airline, Akasa Air, is emerging as a significant competitor, expanding capacity by 13.2% while major carriers like IndiGo ...
Air India’s cabin glow-up is fighting the pressure of a brutal money heatAir India is undergoing a significant fleet overhaul, investing $400 million in refurbishing cabins with new seats, entertainment systems, ...
Summer travelers who relied on Spirit Airlines may struggle to find budget alternativesSpirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving many Americans struggling to find affordable flights. Rising jet fuel costs, inflation, and ...
'Nobody will fly': India's plane versus train battle gets a twistIndia's Railway Minister said upcoming bullet trains will dominate short-haul routes like Mumbai-Pune and Bengaluru-Chennai, mirroring glob...
WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreakThree passengers died from hantavirus after a cruise. The World Health Organization believes the outbreak will be limited if precautions ar...
AirAsia orders 150 Airbus A220 jets for $19 billion in largest single order ever placed for aircraftAirAsia is set to acquire 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft. This significant deal, valued at approximately 19 billion dollars, marks a major st...
Air India launches direct Delhi to Hanoi flights five times a weekAir India has launched a new five-times-a-week non-stop flight connecting Delhi and Hanoi, marking its inaugural direct service to Vietnam'...
PM Modi to flag off Ayodhya-Mumbai Amrit Bharat Express trainIndian Railway launches a new weekly train connecting Ayodhya to Mumbai. This service will improve travel between Uttar Pradesh and Maharas...
What are lie-flat seats? Air Canada gears up for big upgrade with new single-aisle aircraftsAir Canada is all set to bring lie-flat seats to smaller planes. This is a first for any Canadian airline. Passengers will experience a wid...
Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddlingAir New Zealand is introducing Skynest sleep pods for economy class passengers on its longest routes, offering a novel solution for in-flig...
Hydrogen plane startup ZeroAvia gets backing from Amazon, ShellHydrogen is seen as a potential alternative for the aviation industry, a major user of fossil fuels.
With 1,080 aircraft orders, India to be 3rd largest buyer of passenger planesThe aircraft order book of the Indian airline industry will soon touch 1,080, which would mean that for every aircraft in service, there wi...