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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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Pilot training loans don't tell the full story: The ₹25 lakh surprise many families miss
July 6, 2026
Akasa Air expands fleet with delivery of its 40th Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
The airline's latest Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 joins the fleet with upgraded cabin interiors as it continues a multi-year expansion programme.
July 6, 2026
Monsoon unleashes widespread rain, disrupts flights and prompts alerts across India
Heavy rainfall disrupts air traffic in Mumbai as weather warnings remain in force across several states amid an active monsoon spell.
July 6, 2026
Air India and IndiGo warn of flight disruptions as heavy rain lashes Mumbai
Airlines advise passengers to check flight status as adverse weather affects operations at Mumbai airport.
July 4, 2026
India's aviation recovery gathers speed as international travellers return
International passenger traffic rebounded sharply in May as easing tensions in West Asia supported flight operations, while robust domestic demand continued to strengthen India's aviation sector.
July 4, 2026
Ready for your wings? Air Arabia is recruiting cabin crew
The airline has opened new cabin crew recruitment drives in Saudi Arabia, offering aspiring flight attendants an opportunity to join its growing multicultural workforce.
July 3, 2026
48 teams. Three countries: How airlines are keeping FIFA World Cup players on schedule
From long-haul charters to regional shuttle flights, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is relying on one of the largest aviation logistics operations ever assembled for a sporting event.
July 3, 2026
Cabin crew on social media is fascinating. This Thai Airways case shows why caution matters.
The arrest of a Thai Airways cabin crew member in Australia has uncovered an alleged social media recruitment strategy used by drug syndicates, prompting fresh scrutiny of aviation security.
July 3, 2026
International flyers set for lower fares as Air India reduces fuel surcharge
The airline has lowered fuel surcharge on major international routes after crude oil prices retreated, with other carriers expected to follow under government pass-through norms.
July 3, 2026
Business jet operators seek longer pilot duty limits as long-range fleet grows
The Business Aircraft Operators Association has urged the DGCA to update pilot duty and diversion norms for charter flights as long-range business aviation expands in India.
July 3, 2026
British Airways adopts new crew rest policy on select long-haul aircraft
The airline will allow cabin crew to rest in vacant passenger seats on aircraft without dedicated bunk facilities, following discussions with its cabin crew union.
July 2, 2026
Air India Express expands West Asia network with Kuwait, Salalah and Muscat services
The airline has resumed services on key Gulf routes as regional conditions improve, strengthening connectivity between India and West Asia.
July 2, 2026
Air India cuts 22% of domestic flights, IndiGo up to 10% as fuel costs climb
India's two largest airlines are scaling back domestic capacity as higher jet fuel prices increase operating costs, raising the prospect of tighter seat availability during the summer travel season.
July 2, 2026
IndiGo launches 'Lite' fare for passengers travelling with cabin baggage only
The new entry-level Economy fare will be available for bookings from July 1, with travel beginning July 15 across IndiGo's domestic and international non-stop network.
July 1, 2026
Airlines lost 23% fewer bags in 2025, but 24 million still went missing: SITA
The global baggage mishandling rate fell sharply in 2025 as airlines expanded digital tracking, but the industry still handled 24 million misplaced bags at a cost of $6.3 billion.
July 1, 2026
Air India offers relief to athletes by removing sports equipment handling charges
The airline has waived handling charges for sports equipment on eligible fare categories across domestic and international flights, easing travel costs for athletes.
July 1, 2026
Air India adds First Class and nearly 60 seats on upgraded Delhi-Melbourne flights
The airline has introduced its refurbished Boeing 777-300ER on the route, adding First Class, expanding premium capacity and enhancing onboard services as part of its long-haul transformation.
July 1, 2026
Centre cuts ATF price by ₹5 per litre; domestic fuel excise duty unchanged
The latest fortnightly review lowers aviation turbine fuel prices for domestic airlines, revises export levies on petroleum products and expands duty exemptions to Mauritius and the Maldives.
July 1, 2026
Singapore Airlines reports 25% growth in female pilot numbers since 2020
The airline met one of its key gender diversity targets by increasing female pilot numbers over five years, although broader diversity goals delivered mixed results across the Singapore Airlines Group.
June 30, 2026
