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IndiGo places bumper order for 500 Airbus aircraft at Paris Air Show

INDIA

IndiGo places bumper order for 500 Airbus aircraft at Paris Air Show

This order sets two records. It is the largest order ever in the history of aviation, and also the largest order ever for Airbus. Prior to this, the airline’s largest order with Airbus was for 300 aircraft in 2019.

Mega flight plan: IndiGo’s historic record order a pointer to an exciting future

BUSINESS

Mega flight plan: IndiGo’s historic record order a pointer to an exciting future

A loyalty programme confirmed recently, could see IndiGo getting closer to the full-service model. If so, then business class, loyalty programme, and even seat-back entertainment screens could be on the anvil.

What to expect from IndiGo, Air India and others at Paris Air Show

BUSINESS

What to expect from IndiGo, Air India and others at Paris Air Show

This is where the IndiGo story started in 2005, with the order of 100 Airbus aircraft. Speculation is rife that the airline may be placing another large order here, comprising both Airbus and Boeing aircraft.

Indian aviation sees highest-ever domestic traffic in May: DGCA data

BUSINESS

Indian aviation sees highest-ever domestic traffic in May: DGCA data

Coupled with cooling oil prices and a stable Rupee, April-June 2023 could be a bumper quarter in terms of profitability as well.

Indian aviation takes baby steps to sustainability this World Environment Day

BUSINESS

Indian aviation takes baby steps to sustainability this World Environment Day

Airlines and airports in India are taking a range of measures to cut carbon emissions and reduce fuel wastage to help avert the effects of climate change.

IndiGo gears up to fly wider skies with global routes like no other

COMPANIES

IndiGo gears up to fly wider skies with global routes like no other

IndiGo might be the biggest carrier in the country and carrying the maximum passengers on both domestic and international flights, but the carrier has not ventured outside its sweet spot relying heavily on the tried and tested gulf routes

May was historic for Indian aviation, closing with highest passenger traffic

BUSINESS

May was historic for Indian aviation, closing with highest passenger traffic

While the number of flights has gone down with each passing month since March, passenger numbers have gone up.

Go First and beyond: Is Indian aviation going the telecom way?

BUSINESS

Go First and beyond: Is Indian aviation going the telecom way?

Historically, any airline that has suspended operations in India has never restarted.

Indian carriers not even carrying half the international traffic from India

BUSINESS

Indian carriers not even carrying half the international traffic from India

IndiGo continues to be the largest carrier with a 15.79 percent share in international traffic in Q1 of 2023. It was followed by Air India with 12.6 percent. Emirates, which has been at the forefront of lobbying for more seats to India, was third and carried 9.21 percent of all traffic.

A quarter of many firsts? IndiGo gears up to announce Q4 and FY23 results

BUSINESS

A quarter of many firsts? IndiGo gears up to announce Q4 and FY23 results

The airline needs to post a net profit of Rs 1,225 crore in the fourth quarter to end FY23 on a profitable note.

Star Air: A regional airline scaling up is a new thing in India

INDIA

Star Air: A regional airline scaling up is a new thing in India

For a market which is growing, but has seen marquee failures in the aviation space, a regional carrier’s expansion is great news, especially when it comes close on the heels of Go FIRST voluntarily declaring bankruptcy.

Star Air: A regional air scaling up is a new thing in India

BUSINESS

Star Air: A regional air scaling up is a new thing in India

As the maiden S5-151 flight skimmed over the clouds this morning en route from Bengaluru to Hyderabad, it created a history of sorts in India. A regional carrier has never grown in India, but Star Air — the Bengaluru-based regional carrier with five E145s and two E175s in its fleet — became the first carrier to expand its offering.

Go First planes, slots, bilateral rights at stake; NCLT ruling to be key factor

BUSINESS

Go First planes, slots, bilateral rights at stake; NCLT ruling to be key factor

The fate of the airline’s assets – physical and intangible – hinges on what the bankruptcy court says on May 10.

Was going all in on P&W engines the mistake Go First made?

COMPANIES

Was going all in on P&W engines the mistake Go First made?

IndiGo has a mix of P&W and CFM engines. The diversification has kept the airline flying even as its P&W-powered planes still remain grounded. Go First hasn't had that elbow room.

As GoFirst blame game continues, lid blows off Pratt & Whitney engine fiascos beyond India

BUSINESS

As GoFirst blame game continues, lid blows off Pratt & Whitney engine fiascos beyond India

While the engines deliver on the savings guaranteed, they end up spending less time on the wings than promised

Where GoFirst planes are parked and how airport operators deal in such times

BUSINESS

Where GoFirst planes are parked and how airport operators deal in such times

Even as the airline awaits directions on the next steps, it will have to spend money to ensure that rodents are kept out of critical areas of the grounded aircraft to avoid damage and allow ease in reactivation.

Will GoFirst defy history and be able to resume operations on May 16?

BUSINESS

Will GoFirst defy history and be able to resume operations on May 16?

Not a single airline that remained suspended for 24 hours in India has been able to make a comeback. From Kingfisher Airlines to Jet Airways, Paramount, Air Costa and Air Pegasus to Air Carnival and Trujet, they all talked about making a comeback. But none of them did.

GoFirst files for bankruptcy: What it means for Indian aviation

BUSINESS

GoFirst files for bankruptcy: What it means for Indian aviation

No airline in India has been able to start operations after grounding. The prolonged efforts to revive Jet Airways, a first under IBC, have not borne any results yet.

Scheduled to fly GoFirst? Here's what you should do now

BUSINESS

Scheduled to fly GoFirst? Here's what you should do now

The airline had earlier stopped the sale of all flights on May 3 and 4, a decision that will impact 55,000-60,000 passengers. The subsequent insolvency filing with the NCLT is expected to impact a far higher number of passengers.

For Indian aviation, best-ever April clears the runway for a bumper summer

BUSINESS

For Indian aviation, best-ever April clears the runway for a bumper summer

However, airline companies in India continue to face headwinds in the form of high cost of fuel (due to Russia-Ukraine war), shortage of engines and crew, and dollar-denominated lease costs rising on falling rupee.

India's secondary airports outperform metros in post-Covid international traffic but on a small base

TRENDS

India's secondary airports outperform metros in post-Covid international traffic but on a small base

One year after the lifting of pandemic restrictions, international air traffic at major airports has still not returned to the levels seen in FY20. Eight airports did not record even a single international passenger.

All about CUTE, ASF, PSF and other charges airlines collect

BUSINESS

All about CUTE, ASF, PSF and other charges airlines collect

Airlines collect many charges, like aviation security fee, from passengers for the sake of convenience. Otherwise, passengers will be required to pay them during departure, making travel stressful. Many of these charges are passed on to other agencies and airlines do not profit from them.

Seven airports will have to install CT X-Ray machines by end of this year

BUSINESS

Seven airports will have to install CT X-Ray machines by end of this year

Airports with over 50 lakh passengers will have to install the new X-ray machines. Airports have been at the receiving end, especially on social media, for the slow passage at the security check and other bottlenecks. Sadly, these bottlenecks are not under the control of airport operators.

Top 10 Airports of India: Goa, Bengaluru, Delhi cross pre-Covid footfalls; Kolkata and Chennai lag

INDIA

Top 10 Airports of India: Goa, Bengaluru, Delhi cross pre-Covid footfalls; Kolkata and Chennai lag

Among the major airports outside the top 10, Srinagar and Chandigarh have performed the best. Srinagar saw a 57 percent growth in footfalls, while Chandigarh grew 52 percent.

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