CATEGORIES

The End Of The Broken Bird

Dismantling the airfleet after the armistice

Refuelling The Refuller

1/144 Su-24M Fencer D

Dambusters Lancaster Big Build: Part 1.

The Editor Tackles the Hong Kong Models 1/32 Lancaster.

Colour Conundrum

RAF Tropical Land Schemes 1934 – 1943 Part 2

432nd Tactical Reconnaisance Wing F-4s At War

Operating out of Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base (RTAFB) in northern Thailand, the 432nd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (TRW) is probably one of the lesser known Air Force units that participated in the Vietnam War, despite the fact that for most of its existence at Udorn, it was unique among Air Force wings.

" MRO sector should be treated as infrastructure industry... "

Air India Engineering Services Ltd (AIESL) is India's biggest DGCA approved MRO having Pan-India presence. The MRO caters to majority of the needs of Indian carriers as well as few foreign carriers. In an exclusive interview, Sharad Agarwal, CEO, AIESL speaks with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World about the projects they handle, future plans looking into the growth potential, taxation and insights on building a robust MRO ecosystem in India. Sharing the excerpts...

This growth phase is an indication of India becoming a hub for world-class aviation training...

As the aviation industry undergoes significant transformation, the demand for skilled pilots is increasing.

Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Minister of Civil Aviation

Year 2025 started on a very buyout note for Indian Aviation and the nation will witness much more impactful development which will further strengthen the sector. The Ministry of Civil Aviation, India released its year end review for 2024 and highlighted the key steps taken by them for the growth and development of the sector. Aviation World as an industry publication features the same for its global readers.

SMART AIRPORT EXPERT MOHAMMED ABDUL IMRAN

He is presently working on Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Airport projects to have the Smart Airports concept implementation upgrades, which cover the design of Digital Airport Operation Control Centre (DAOCC) / Airport Predictive Operation Centre (APOC) for smooth operation of the 16 operational actives of the airlines.

The Runway to a Billion Opportunities: Aero India 2025 to be held in Bengaluru from February 10 to 14

The 15th edition of Asia's biggest aero show - Aero India 2025 - will be held at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru, Karnataka from February 10 to 14, 2025.

"We are going to take Indian-made technology and translate it into IAI products that will be sold worldwide"

IAI’s NeuSPHERE Innovation Acceleration Program focuses on the Indian technology startup community, in particular inventive deep-tech startups focusing on big data, signal and image processing, advanced navigation systems, AI and autonomy, XR-maintenance and training, green energy, advanced production, quantum, edge computing, Human Machine Interfaces and wearable technology. It will provide the participating Indian startups access to advanced resources and technologies, including global mentorship and guidance, networking and funding, to accelerate their market-ready solutions.

Royal Jordanian is a truly boutique airline with some special soft touch points "

In line with the “Explore Jordan” program, Royal Jordanian has announced the launch of direct flights between Amman to Mumbai and Delhi this year. The Mumbai route will operate with four weekly flights starting on April 17, 2025, and the Delhi route will commence with four weekly flights starting on September 17, 2025. These new routes align with Royal Jordanian's growth and expansion strategy, focusing on positioning Jordan as a premier tourism destination for the Indian market and enhancing connectivity to over 45 global destinations. At an event in Delhi, Karim Makhlouf, Chief Commercial Officer, Royal Jordanian Airlines, in an interview with Aviation World adds on more on the plans ahead. Excerpts...

Kolkata's NSCBI Airport - Marks 100 Years of Flight Operations

At the cenetary celebrations of Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, while addressing the gathering Union Civil Aviation Minister, Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu extended congratulations to everyone whose efforts have contributed to this remarkable milestone.

Indian Aviation on the Rise: Growth Ahead Under PM NARENDRA MODI'S Leadership

India's aviation industry has witnessed remarkable growth over the past decade, transforming from a fledgling sector into one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally.

Ministry of Defence declares 2025 as 'Year of Reforms'

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting with all the Secretaries of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on the eve of the New Year to review the progress on various schemes, projects, reforms and the way ahead. In order to give impetus to the ongoing and future reforms, it was unanimously decided to observe 2025 as the 'Year of Reforms' in the MoD. This would aim at transforming the Armed Forces into a technologically-advanced combat-ready force capable of multi-domain integrated operations. The following broad areas were identified for focused intervention in 2025:

"We wanted to be the premier service provider in all the regions,

Execulet MRO Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has world-class MRO facilities in Africa, Asia, Australia, Asia, Europe and the Middle East where major repair and refurbishment activities are conducted. Specialising in airframe, avionics and engine maintenance; aircraft engineers are trained and certified on a wide range of aircraft, including: Dassault, Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream, Hawker and various others. In an Exclusive interview, Nick Weber, Regional VP, Middle East, ExecuJet MRO Services speaks with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World on the various MRO capabilities of the ME facility, their customers and USP of being in Dubai. Excerpts...

YEAR END REVIEW 2024: ACHIEVEMENT OF MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

2024 witnessed some path-breaking achievements & breakthroughs as Ministry of Defence (MoD), marched ahead with renewed vigour to make India a strong, secure, self-reliant & prosperous nation, as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Aviation World as an industry publication features the same for its global readers.

Jets, Tech, And Green Goals

The key themes at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 revolved around innovation and sustainability. Sizeable aircraft orders, advancements in eVTOL technology, and a strong commitment to environmental goals underscore an industry that is not only rebounding from past challenges but also setting the stage for a more sustainable and technologically advanced future, reports ATUL CHANDRA.

Optimising Airport IT Infrastructure with Innovation and Efficiency

For an airport's operations to thrive, a multitude of variables need to fall into place seamlessly in its IT infrastructure.

"OUR CORE HAS BEEN TRAINING AND WE STRIVE TO PRODUCE THE SAFEST AND BEST PILOTS," KHUSHBEG JATTANA, GENERAL MANAGER, SIMAERO INDIA

International pilot training and flight simulator provider, Simaero, recently announced that it will invest $100 million in India to train up to 5,000 pilots over the next five years.

"The demand for small to mid-size aircraft is quite high in India, especially in the charter segment"

In a candid interview, Rohit Kapur, President of Sales Asia Pacific, JetHQ briefs Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World about the current status of Business Aviation in India, the projections and the much talked about fractional ownership. Excerpts...

We have seen a large growth in the aerospace segment in last decade...

Telangana is one of the most successful state of India which has largest number of foreign OEMS working under Make In India initiative.

HYDROGEN FLIGHT LOOKS READY FOR TAKE-OFF WITH NEW ADVANCES

The possibility of hydrogen-powered flight means greater opportunities for fossilfree travel, and the technological advances to make this happen are moving fast.

INDIAN NAVY BIDS FAREWELL TO UH-3H HELICOPTER

Indian Navy bid farewell to the UH-3H helicopter after 17 years of glorious service during a de-induction ceremony held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam on 28 Jun 24.

ACFI Annual Conclave 2024 premier event for India's booming air cargo industry

The Air Cargo Forum India (ACFI) held their Annual Conclave themed “Unlocking Potential Paving Way for a Developed India” in New Delhi. The event aimed to foster collaborative brainstorming sessions to unlock the potential of international and domestic freight movements.

Aspiring Beyond the Skies: GOPI THOTAKURA

Becomes an Ambassador of Possibilities

TATA Technologies envisions a future where we are a dominant force in aerospace engineering and the partner of choice for our customers

The aerospace industry is undergoing transformative changes driven by technological advancements and increasing demand for more efficient and sustainable solutions.

HUGH AITKEN

“India has grown to be one of our top markets at Skyscanner. We have seen spectacular growth coming for both International and Domestic travel, with international bookings via Skyscanner +121 per cent ahead of 2019 levels and Domestic bookings +639% above 2019 levels. In the first week of January 2024 alone, India saw an increase of 35 per cent in searches when compared to the same period in 2023.

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF ICAO An interview with ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar

In 2023 we began an ambitious three-year journey to ensure ICAO is fit for the futureOur goal is to become more results-driven with a people-focused culture and way of working.

FINNAIR remains committed to optimising its operations for the benefit of customers...

In an interview with Aviation World, Mr. Anupam Vig, General Manager - India, Finnair highlights plans to cater to the growing demand from India. Excerpts: