Indian Aviation

In a circular issued on June 19, DGCA announced that it is implementing an integrated audit structure to enhance oversight and strengthen aviation safety mechanisms across the board.

Why global reinsurers are concerned about wet lease agreements in Indian aviation

While domestic insurers handle the initial aviation payouts, the bulk of the financial risk, often up to 95 percent, is passed on to global reinsurers

Poor services drag Indian aviation's growing wings as 61% flyers complain of cancellations: Report

Top domestic airline IndiGo paid just Rs 18,000 in compensation in last 3 years despite maximum share in flight cancellations, a report said

Ministries at work to thrash out aviation revamp with tax cuts, regulatory relaxations: Report

The civil aviation ministry is focusing on regulatory relaxations and route allocation, while the commerce ministry aims to align the package with India’s trade goals and attract foreign investment.

Shankh Air cleared for takeoff by aviation ministry, awaits final DGCA approval

Shankh Air is set to become UP’s first scheduled airline, with operational hubs planned in Lucknow and Noida.

Passengers stranded on Delhi-Bengaluru SpiceJet flight endure 12-hour tarmac ordeal

One passenger, who had a connecting flight and ended up spending over 24 hours at Delhi airport before reaching Bengaluru, expressed frustration, emphasizing that no one should have to endure such an experience.

Indian Aviation industry needs more efficient measures to achieve its sustainability goals

India's CO2 emissions are set to ratchet up in the coming years as it will experience the most significant increase in energy demand through 2040. The government with the aviation industry and entrepreneurs need to collaborate closely to achieve its sustainable goals

For Indian fliers, it's back to the era of steep fares, limited flight options

Grounding of aircraft due to maintenance, pilot unavailability, shoddy planning are some of the aviation sector’s problems that threaten to continue and bother passengers

12 things to look forward to in Indian aviation in 2024

From aircraft inductions and grounding, to airline solvency and expansion, to geopolitical events and the impact of the general election, there is much to watch for over the next 12 months.

No immediate gains seen for Indian carriers in Malaysian visa-free regime

The relatively low level of passenger traffic to Kuala Lumpur may have limited appeal for the country's airlines, but could prove a valuable opportunity for Air India's no-frills arm

Indian airlines may ground 200 aircraft by year-end, supply chain risks loom: Capa India

Capa India emphasizes the continuing growth momentum in the market, with a greater focus on international operations receiving an increasing share of planned capacity.

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.

Akasa Air looking to raise $75-100 million in fresh equity, move to dilute Jhunjhunwala family's stake

Akasa Air wants to use the funds to make pre-delivery payments for its order of 72 Boeing 737 Max jets, of which 19 have been delivered. The Jhunjhunwala family, which holds a 46% share in the airline, could see its shareholding diluted

JettWings Airways aims to start operations by October: Sanjive Narain

JettWings is the second regional airline that aims to start commercial operations in India in 2023. FLY91 is also looking to start commercial operations from MOPA Goa.

Vistara hit with cabin crew uniform shortage due to supply chain constraints

“Some of our cabin crew may be seen performing their duties in black-coloured trousers and polo t-shirts with Vistara logo instead of our standard aubergine uniform," the airline said in a statement.

Fly91 aims to serve 'Bharat Unbound' as it prepares to take off from Goa base

The airline that aims to connect underserved locations around the tourist magnet recently revealed its first look.

Can GoFirst still be a going concern? Yes, no, maybe: Legal experts grope in the dark

As beleaguered Go First shuts operations and initiates litigation, experts offer differing opinions regarding the legal implications. According to some, how Go First’s future shapes up is largely going to depend on what the Delaware court decides.

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

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.

IndiGo cabin crew clean drunk passenger's vomit in viral pic. He defecated around the toilet too

The picture shows the crew member, wearing gloves and mask, and equipped with cleaning spray and tissue papers scrubbing up the spot where the passenger had vomited.

Top 20 airports contribute 80% of domestic footfalls, a challenge for airlines

The market starts thinning beyond the metros, an indicator of how skewed it is.

DGCA plans to hire 400 tech staff in 1-2 years; increase offices to 19: Arun Kumar

India’s aviation safety oversight ranking jumping to the 55th position from 112th place earlier under the ICAO coordinated validation mission, rollout of eGCA for processes at the regulator, the introduction of regulations for transgenders who want to be pilots as well as compulsory breath analyser tests for air traffic controllers are among the key developments during DGCA chief Arun Kumar's tenure.

Indian airlines likely to place orders for up to 1,700 planes in next 1-2 years: CAPA

The total commercial Indian fleet of around 700 aircraft is smaller than some of the world's largest individual airlines, CAPA said, adding that given the immense potential that exists, it stands to reason that there is a need to induct more aircraft.

1 year since Tatas take over, Air India gives a glimpse of future — expanded network, timely performance

The merger and fleet expansion will decide the airline’s fate. Often, this decade gets described as the “Decade of India.” If all goes well, it could well be the decade of Air India as well.