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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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

"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.

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.

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.

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.

Aspiring Beyond the Skies: GOPI THOTAKURA

Becomes an Ambassador of Possibilities

Riyadh Air - CELEBRATES HISTORIC FIRST YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new world-class airline, is celebrating an extraordinary first anniversary, following its historic inception on the 12th of March 2023.

India will soon become the biggest market for ATR...

For ATR, India is one of the most important market and it projects to have additional 50-150 aircrafts in next decade in this region. In an exclusive interview, Jean Pierre Clercin, Head of commercial, ATR in APAC Region, shared his thoughts on various perspectives with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World. Excerpts...

SKYBORNE AND INDIGO STRENGTHEN PILOT TRAINING PARTNERSHIP

Skyborne has signed a five-year contract extension with IndiGo to continue to train its next generation of A320 First Officers.

IGI AIRPORT EXPANDED TERMINAL 1 AT DELHI INAUGURATED BY THE PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated 15 airports across India including the expanded Terminal 1 of the IGI Airport at Delhi.

JAMMU AIRPORT TO GET NEW TERMINAL BUILDING

The foundation stone of New Terminal Building (NTB) of Jammu Airport was laid by the PM in the presence of Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble Lt. Governor, UT of Jammu & Kashmir and other dignitaries.

VIMAL PRIYA

Technical Director, AirFleet Managers & Managing Director Aviatrics Global in an interview with Aviation World Magazine highlights the USP of his company and why they are the preferred partner of their customers.

Singapore Airlines enhances premium economy class in-flight experience

The newly inducted menu is extensive with best of food selection and is going to give all new flight experience of travelers in the Premium economy class.

THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY: Five Tech-Driven Solutions by Travel Assistance Services for Seamless Journeys

HARISH KHATRI MD & Founder, India Assist

THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF A CLEAN AIRCRAFT: EFFICIENCY VS. COSTS

In the aviation industry, aircraft maintenance plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of flights.

AVIATION PSYCHOLOGIST - Mental health is still a sensitive issue for most pilots

The writer works with avion express as a psychologist and had shared her views on the mental challenges faced by the pilots and solution to help them overcome such symptoms.

AIRWAYS AVIATION

Indian aviation is growing with leaps and bounds with increasing demand of trained professionals. This has also created interest for global training organizations to either venture or enhance their presence in the country. With having presence in over 10 countries, ALVES Alexandre, Global Chief Operating & Commercial Officer, Airways Aviation Academy beliefs that the growth rate of India is so fast that there will be constraints finding all the qualified professionals. In an exclusive interview with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World, he shares his plans for India. Excerpts...

We are doubling our HOSPITALITY PORTFOLIO...

Over the time, several initiatives are being taken to make Ras al Khaimah, one of the key tourism hot spot in UAE. Recently, at the Arab Aviation Summit, Raki Phillips, CEO, Ras AI Khaimah Tourism Development Authority in an exclusive interview with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World highlighted in length about the roadmap for future enhancement of tourism in the beautiful emirate. Excerpts...

INDIAN MRO INDUSTRY Preparing for the New Horizon

The Indian aviation industry is witnessing exponential growth currently and this growth is going to stay for the next decade.

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH US

From the Wright brothers and the early days of aviation, through the jet age and the growth of commercial increasingstrides F flights to the being made towards commercial space travel, we have continuously evolved to make putting men in the sky a now perfectly normal and natural thing.

AVIATION EDUCATION Not Everybody's Cup of Tea 2528

“Aviation is the branch of engineering that is least forgiving of the mistakes” Freeman Dyson

10 Best Practices for Safe and Eco-Friendly Aviation Operations

As the winter season approaches, ground handling personnel in the aviation industry gear up for a challenging period. The winter aviation season demands heightened vigilance, close collaboration, and adherence to specific guidelines and procedures. Ten essential aspects of preparing for winter aviation operations are explained by Anders H. Søreide, Head of De-Ice and Safety Advisor for Aviator Airport Alliance, a full-range provider of aviation services at 15 airports across the Nordics.

WE WOULD CERTAINLY LIKE TO SEE MORE NON-STOP SERVICES TO NEW DESTINATIONS IN INDIA...

India is a big Aviation market for the United States and one airport that is really booming with 186% growth in passenger numbers within the first two quarters of 2023 is San Francisco International Airport (SFO). To share more insight Kevin Bumen, CFO and Chief Commercial Officer, SFO Airport in an Interview with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World discuss at length about the growth, future plans, association with Air India and may more interesting points.

A&D INDUSTRY 5.0 Its humanising influence on the future direction of manufacturing

Although Industry 5.0 is still an emerging approach, early understanding is that it is not just the new technology, but a more encompassing approach to the use of technology in a societal environment.