Postage stamp-sized aircraft sensors aim to make flying safer in icy conditions
May 18, 2026
37% of global aircraft accident probes failed to meet international standards, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association has warned that more than one-third of global aviation accident investigations between 2019 and 2023 failed to meet international reporting standards, raising concerns over how the industry learns from rare but critical safety incidents.
May 18, 2026
ATF export duty reduced to ₹16/litre amid aviation sector pressure
India has lowered export duty on aviation turbine fuel as airlines and refiners navigate rising energy prices, geopolitical uncertainty and mounting operational costs linked to the Iran conflict.
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
