Cruising Heights Magazine - December 2024

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December 2024

THE JET SAGA ENDS

The Supreme Court's decision to order the liquidation of Jet Airways is a stinging reflection on how the bankruptcy code is being interpreted by the NCLT and how it has become an impediment rather than a transformative institution that can help companies come back to life.

6 mins

GROUNDED FOREVER

The collapse of Jet Airways is a cautionary tale for all Indian carriers, highlighting the risks of debt, mismanagement, and competition in a volatile aviation market. Once a leader in Indian aviation, its liquidation marks the end of an era for Full Service Carriers, highlights ATUL CHANDRA

9 mins

INDIGO FUNNELS HOLIDAY TRAFFIC THROUGH BENGALURU

IndiGo is establishing Bengaluru as a strategic hub, connecting high-spending local travelers to international leisure destinations like Bali and Langkawi. With its market-stimulating fares and expanding infrastructure, the airline is tapping into Bengaluru's potential as a gateway for holiday traffic, highlights AMEYA JOSHI

4 mins

A LANDMARK IN FLIGHT SIMULATOR TRAINING

SIMAERO AND HAVELSAN FORGE A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

4 mins

KERALA'S AVIATION EXPANSION PROGRESS AMIDST CHALLENGES

Four international airports and a fifth on the way mark Kerala's aviation growth, but financial struggles and safety concerns reveal that all is not well, uncovers RASHEED KAPPAN

8 mins

REVIVING MAMNOOR AIRPORTI TELANGANA'S GATEWAY TO REGIONAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

Mamnoor Airport, once India's largest pre-Independence airport, is set for a transformative revival, marking a significant milestone for Telangana's aviation sector. With ₹205 crore sanctioned for expansion, the airport aims to accommodate international aircraft and boost connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in the region, reports NIDHI SHARMA

4 mins

TRANSFORMING ATM WITH REMOTE TOWERS AND SWIM

Remote-control towers and SWIM technology offer cost-effective solutions for managing small airports, enhancing data sharing, efficiency, and scalability while aligning with global aviation standards, explains DR. ARJUN SINGH

7 mins

WAITING TO TAKE OFF

India's coastline and waterways present immense potential for seaplane operations, particularly for regional connectivity and tourism, yet seaplane operations are yet to take-off despite many attempts. While challenges like infrastructure and commercial viability persist, strong government initiatives, including revised regulations and financial support, are required to establish a sustainable seaplane ecosystem, examines ATUL CHANDRA

8 mins

MERGER OF EQUALS

Vistara has flown into the sunset following its merger with Air India, marking a significant step in the Tata Group's ambitious aviation transformation. As MIKE RAJKUMAR notes, while the merger brings opportunities for growth with an expanded fleet and network, it also poses challenges in preserving Vistara's service ethos and navigating complex integration processes

6 mins

BEYOND FUNCTIONALITY DESIGNING AIRPORTS FOR EXTENDED PASSENGER STAYS

Airports today are redefining functionality with immersive designs that blend green aesthetics, local culture, and retail-focused layouts. By encouraging extended passenger stays, they transform travel into an engaging experience, observes RASHEED KAPPAN

8 mins

Durable Solutions for Runway Construction

Durable runway and highway construction can be achieved by promoting advanced solutions like Performance Grade (PG) binders and leveraging NABL-accredited laboratories to design pavement that can withstand the challenges of aggressive climatic conditions and heavy traffic loads. This ensures long-lasting, climate-adaptable, ESG-compliant, and sustainable infrastructure while advocating for policy changes and innovation. In this interaction with SUBHENDU KUNDU, General Manager of Marketing & Branding of Hindustan Colas, these pressing issues and forward-looking solutions are discussed in detail.

6 mins

UNTAPPED POTENTIAL OF BUSINESS JETS IN AN ENCOURAGING MARKET

India's business jet market is witnessing growth, fueled by rising UHNWIS and increasing private jet demand. Yet, challenges like high operational costs, inadequate infrastructure, and unclear fractional ownership policies hinder its full potential, explains R. CHANDRAKANTH

6 mins

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CRUISING HEIGHTS is India's best known monthly aviation magazine with equal interests in air cargo, travel and tourism. In its four years of existence, Cruising Heights has received accolades from the Minister of Civil Aviation, Aviation CEOs, Airport Developers, Travel Agents Associations and others for its path-breaking stories.One of the first true aviation magazines of the country, Cruising Heights was started with the idea of supporting professionals in the airline business to make informed choices on a variety of subjects from ground handling to cargo to airport development-all of which are transforming the Indian aviation scene in mind-boggling ways. Later, due to the interest it generated and in response to demands from the travel and tourism industry stakeholders we have targeted the general reader-the educated Indian who is keen to be an informed Indian-to know what's happening in the business.