Aviation News
The latest stories, developments, and trends shaping airlines, aircraft, aerospace, and the wider global aviation industry.
Bengaluru to Host Global Conference Examining Aviation Law Challenges Through 2030
**The International Conference on Aviation Law: Challenges for 2026–2030 will take place on 29 October 2026 at Hilton Embassy Golf Links, Bengaluru.**
• Avionyz Editorial
Air Ayodhya receives NOC to operate under RCS-UDAN
Air Ayodhya has secured an NOC from the Ministry of Civil Aviation to operate under RCS-UDAN as it moves towards obtaining its AOC.
• Parijat Sourabh
Vietnam Airlines 787 recorded brake inputs before overrun
German investigators found repeated brake inputs on a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 before it overran the runway at Munich Airport.
• Parijat Sourabh
Asman Airlines eyes COMAC C909, C919 aircraft
Kyrgyzstan’s Asman Airlines is considering COMAC C909 and C919 aircraft while planning to add Airbus A321s for international routes.
• Parijat Sourabh
Air India CEO-designate Tewolde outlines growth priorities
Air India CEO-designate Tewolde Gebremariam outlines key priorities including safety, reliability, profitability and sustainable growth.
• Parijat Sourabh
FedEx flies giant pandas to Atlanta on Boeing 777F
FedEx flies two giant pandas from Chengdu to Atlanta aboard a Boeing 777F freighter, with the animals travelling in custom-built crates.
• Parijat Sourabh
Airbus says A321neo fuselage issue poses no safety risk
Airbus identifies a fuselage quality issue affecting around 500 A321neo aircraft, with no safety risk reported and a remedy available.
• Parijat Sourabh
Hangar to runway: Why Aircraft Maintenance Engineering is a career worth considering
Every aircraft has a pilot in the cockpit. It also has an engineer on the ground whose signature determines whether it flies at all.
• Avionyz Editorial
PAL to launch nonstop flights to Delhi and Mumbai
Philippine Airlines plans nonstop Manila flights to Delhi and Mumbai from December 2026, subject to Indian government approval.
• Parijat Sourabh
Akasa Air explores order for 200-plus Boeing 737 MAX jets
Akasa Air is in talks for more than 200 Boeing 737 MAX jets as it targets further fleet growth and a larger share of international capacity.
• Parijat Sourabh
United receives first A321XLR powered by GTF Advantage
United receives its first GTF Advantage-powered Airbus A321XLR as Pratt & Whitney introduces its latest engine technology.
• Parijat Sourabh
DHL, SIA renew agreement for five Boeing 777 freighters
DHL Express and Singapore Airlines extend their agreement for five Boeing 777 freighters supporting DHL’s intercontinental network.
• Parijat Sourabh
Electra tests helicopter-style procedures for Ultra Short
Electra tests its hybrid-electric EL2 Ultra Short aircraft at Virginia airports using helicopter-style instrument procedures.
• Parijat Sourabh
21 states sign MoUs under next phase of UDAN scheme
India launches the next phase of UDAN, with plans for 100 new airports, 200 heliports and expanded regional air connectivity.
• Parijat Sourabh
Qantas to begin non-stop Sydney-New York flights in 2028
Qantas will launch non-stop Sydney-New York flights in 2028 under Project Sunrise, cutting more than three hours from current journey times.
• Parijat Sourabh
Turkish Airlines suspends Iran services until 2027
Iranian airlines face wider international restrictions as US sanctions tighten and regional countries suspend or limit flights to Iran.
• Parijat Sourabh
Ariana Afghan adds Boeing 737 freighter for cargo operations
Ariana Afghan Airlines adds a Boeing 737-300 freighter under a one-year deal to expand its cargo network and boost Afghan exports.
• Parijat Sourabh
Delhi Airport to reopen third runway on September 20
Delhi Airport’s third runway, 11R/29L, will resume operations on September 20 after completing a major rehabilitation programme.
• Parijat Sourabh
US airlines object to Air China’s additional US flights
US airlines oppose Air China’s request for additional flights to New York and Washington, citing an advantage from Russian airspace.
• Parijat Sourabh
SpiceJet faces fresh flight delays in Delhi
SpiceJet faces fresh flight disruptions in Delhi as the airline tackles operational challenges and prepares to expand its fleet.
• Parijat Sourabh
Aeroflot signs contract for 90 MC-21 aircraft
Aeroflot orders 90 MC-21 aircraft from Rostec, with deliveries planned between 2029 and 2032, including long-term maintenance.