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The latest stories, developments, and trends shaping airlines, aircraft, aerospace, and the wider global aviation industry.
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One sky, very different worlds: Inside the many sides of aviation
Aviation is far bigger than passenger airlines. From cargo and emergency flights to military aircraft and manufacturing.
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ATF export duty reduced to ₹16/litre amid aviation sector pressure
May 17, 2026
After Maharashtra, Delhi cuts ATF VAT to 7%
The Delhi government has sharply reduced VAT on aviation turbine fuel from 25% to 7%, joining Maharashtra in offering relief to airlines struggling with rising fuel costs and operational disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis.
May 17, 2026
Designing of An Aircraft: The Process from Ideation to Assembly.
An inside look at how modern aircraft are designed.From concept and aerodynamics to advanced materials and assembly, revealing the technology, scale, and innovation shaping the future of aviation
May 16, 2026
Big relief for airlines: Maharashtra slashes ATF VAT from 18% to 7%
The Maharashtra government has sharply reduced tax on aviation turbine fuel for six months, offering cost relief to airlines battling high fuel prices, longer flying routes and geopolitical disruptions.
May 15, 2026
₹8,000 or ₹18,000 for the same flight? Supreme Court questions airline pricing
The Supreme Court has raised concerns over sharp airfare disparities and asked the Centre to explore relief measures for passengers, as scrutiny intensifies over dynamic pricing, baggage fees and airline fare transparency.
May 15, 2026
India rolls out new airline passenger rules on seating, transparency and travel rights
Fresh DGCA directives mandate wider free seat access, clearer passenger rights communication and improved transparency across India’s fast-growing aviation sector.
May 15, 2026
Korean Air to complete Asiana takeover after six-year merger process
South Korea’s biggest airline merger will culminate in December as Korean Air prepares to launch an integrated carrier amid rising fuel cost pressures and industry consolidation.
May 15, 2026
Overseas travel demand slows as high fares and weak rupee hit bookings
Indian airlines and travel companies are seeing softer forward bookings for international travel as rising airfares, fuel costs and currency pressure weigh on outbound demand.
May 15, 2026
Air Canada cuts Europe and Asia flights amid rising operating pressure
Canada’s largest airline is scaling back several international services across Europe and Asia as higher fuel costs, geopolitical uncertainty and operational pressures force carriers to rethink long-haul growth plans.
May 14, 2026
Air India scales back North America, Europe and Asia flights through August
The Tata Group carrier is temporarily reducing frequencies and suspending select international routes as rising fuel costs and airspace restrictions reshape long haul operations.
May 14, 2026
Boeing prepares next generation jet strategy as China eyes major 737 MAX order
Boeing is balancing long-term aircraft development ambitions with a potential breakthrough order from China as the US planemaker attempts to strengthen its commercial recovery and regain momentum in the global narrowbody market.
May 14, 2026
Bengaluru gets new aviation grade materials hub as Bodo Möller Chemie expands India footprint
German specialty materials supplier opens AS9120-certified facility in Bengaluru to support India’s fast-growing aerospace, defence and MRO ecosystem.
May 13, 2026
Air India denies suspending global operations amid fuel shortage rumours
Airline dismisses viral claims of international flight shutdown while confirming selective route reductions linked to rising fuel prices and West Asia disruptions.
May 13, 2026
Lufthansa signs up for 20 more fuel efficient long haul aircraft
German aviation group places fresh Airbus and Boeing order as it accelerates fleet modernisation and emissions reduction strategy.
May 13, 2026
Asia and Europe lead global air cargo slowdown after holiday disruptions: Report
Global freight demand weakened in early May as holiday-related shipping disruptions and elevated fuel costs weighed on cargo markets across major trade corridors.
May 12, 2026
Emirates postpones A380 relaunch to Prague and Perth until July
The Gulf carrier has delayed the return of Airbus A380 operations on two international routes as geopolitical tensions and fuel cost pressures continue reshaping long-haul schedules.
May 12, 2026
Lufthansa's first Boeing 777-9 takes flight, delivery set for 2027
Boeing's first production 777-9, built for Lufthansa, flew a three-hour test sortie from Everett on May 7, clearing a major hurdle for the programme's long-awaited commercial debut.
May 10, 2026
Indian aviation market projected to support 2,250 aircraft by 2035
India is expected to emerge as the world’s third-largest civil aviation market by 2035, with rapid fleet expansion and growing demand for domestic aircraft leasing and financing infrastructure driving sectoral transformation.
May 9, 2026
Lakshadweep set to launch seaplane operations under regional connectivity push
India plans to introduce seaplane services in Lakshadweep as part of a broader aviation strategy focused on regional connectivity, alternative aircraft infrastructure and domestic aviation financing growth.
May 9, 2026
