India Eyes 200 Russian Aircraft for Regional Expansion
India is evaluating the purchase of 200 Russian regional aircraft to bolster connectivity in tier-2 and tier-3 cities via local manufacturing.
Jun 4, 20263 min
Manufacturing
IndiGo Flight 6E486 Makes Emergency Landing in Hyderabad
IndiGo flight 6E486 carrying 126 passengers diverted to Hyderabad due to a technical snag, while a separate flight was cancelled.
Jun 1, 20264 min
Safety
DGCA Tightens Airport Photography Rules, Adds No-Fly Risks
The DGCA has issued strict guidelines prohibiting unauthorized photography at 163 Indian airports to protect security, with potential No-Fly List...
Jun 1, 20263 min
Regulatory
Nibe Aeronautics Signs Twin Otter LOI for Indian Seaplanes
Nibe Aeronautics signed a Letter of Intent with De Havilland Canada to boost regional connectivity under India's UDAN seaplane initiative.
May 27, 20263 min
Airlines
India Sets 1% Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate for 2027
India will mandate a 1% Sustainable Aviation Fuel blend for international flights starting January 1, 2027, to meet global emission standards.
May 25, 20264 min
Regulatory
Akasa Air Leases Three 737-8200s from BOC Aviation
BOC Aviation signed a sale-and-leaseback deal to lease three Boeing 737-8200 aircraft to Akasa Air, with deliveries scheduled by the end of 2026.
May 20, 20265 min
Business
Pilots Explain Flight Delays and Rising Turbulence Risk
Pilots explain a 55% rise in Clear Air Turbulence requires constant seatbelt use, while DGCA rules dictate airline compensation for flight delays.
May 13, 20265 min
Safety
Nagpur Airport Installs Midpoint RVR for CAT-II Ops
Nagpur Airport has installed a midpoint Runway Visual Range system, a key step toward achieving CAT-II certification for low-visibility operations.
May 12, 20265 min
Airports
India Approves SAF Blending Amid Cost and Feedstock Concerns
India amended its ATF regulations to permit Sustainable Aviation Fuel blending, aligning with global climate goals amid high costs and supply challenges.
May 2, 20265 min
Environmental
GPS Renewables Starts Building India's First Ethanol-to-Jet SAF Plant
GPS Renewables has begun construction on India's first ethanol-to-jet SAF plant at NTPC's Green Hydrogen Hub to meet upcoming domestic blending mandates.
May 1, 20265 min
Environmental
Fly91 Launches Vijayawada Flights Under Modified UDAN Scheme
Regional airline Fly91 has commenced operations from Vijayawada, launching new routes to Hyderabad under the government's expanded UDAN connectivity...
Apr 10, 20264 min
Airlines
Vimaan Desk Wins Award for Airport Lost & Found Courier Service in India
Vimaan Desk has won the 'Innovative Concept of the Year - 2025' for its tech-enabled airport lost and found courier service across India.
Apr 9, 20264 min
Airports
DGCA Oversight Key as India's Business Jet Fleet Set for Major Growth
India's private jet market is set to expand to 300 aircraft, increasing focus on the DGCA's strict Non-Scheduled Operator Permit safety requirements.
Apr 9, 20265 min
Regulatory
India Reduces Airport Landing & Parking Fees by 25% for 3 Months
India's government has cut airport landing and parking charges by 25% for three months at 34 airports to help airlines combat rising fuel prices.
Apr 8, 20264 min
Regulatory
India's MoCA Suspends 60% Free Seat Rule After Airline Pushback
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation suspended its directive for 60% free seat selection following strong industry pushback over financial and...
Apr 3, 20264 min
Regulatory
IndiGo Passenger Charged After Attempting to Open Exit Door on Varanasi Flight
An IndiGo passenger faces charges after attempting to open an emergency exit mid-flight, forcing the pilot to execute a go-around before landing safely.
Mar 31, 20264 min
Safety
Noida Airport Opening Spurs Galgotias University Aviation Talent Pipeline
Galgotias University is positioning its aviation school to supply the workforce for the new Noida International Airport and its 12M passenger capacity.
Mar 30, 20265 min
Airports
CISF Conducts Counter-Terror Drill at Delhi's IGI Airport Amid Expansion
India's CISF conducted a joint counter-terrorist drill at Delhi's IGI Airport to assess preparedness and enhance inter-agency security coordination.
Mar 29, 20265 min
Safety
EaseMyTrip Launches 'Sunny Getaway Sale' for Summer 2026 Travel
EaseMyTrip has launched its 'Sunny Getaway Sale,' offering discounts up to INR 10,000 to capture peak summer 2026 travel demand in India.
Mar 24, 20264 min
Business
India Ends Domestic Airfare Caps Citing Stabilized Operations
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation withdrew domestic airfare caps, citing stabilized operations following IndiGo's December 2025 flight disruptions.
Mar 22, 20265 min
Regulatory