CONNECTED IN FLIGHT
Wi-Fi internet connectivity services in the air are fast improving in India and will transform the passenger experience aboard domestic and international carriers. In-flight Wi-Fi on domestic and international routes will allow travellers to stay connected, browsing, accessing social media, catching up on work, or texting friends and family. The availability of seamless internet access on Wi-Fi-enabled devices at 35,000 feet is a technological feat and as the technology advances, the pace of adoption across Indian carriers is expected to increase. As per a report by Market & Markets, the In-flight Internet market was estimated at $1.6 billion in 2024 and projected to reach $2.1 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 5.7 per cent from 2024 to 2029. The report stated that modern passengers expect to stay constantly connected, including during flights. "This demand is driven by the need for business travellers to remain productive and leisure travellers to stay entertained and connected to social media," it stated.
Inflight Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury and in today's ever-connected world, travellers expect it, as they can stay seamlessly connected to their work and life while in flight. It will also improve airline efficiency as pilots can continue to have access to online manuals, etc and with continued access to those on the plane, on-ground operators will be able to accommodate any changes required for improved timing, fuelling, scheduling, and planning, well in time before the aircraft's arrival. Today it is easy to forget, but it was as recent as 2019, using in-flight Wi-Fi was a frustrating process, made worse by patchy coverage, slow download speeds, and costly paywalls. However, much of this is now a thing of the past and today the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky is Starlink Wi-Fi, which offers ultra-fast Wi-Fi speeds of up to 500 megabits per second, for video streaming, gaming, web browsing, etc.
Air India Gets Ahead
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CABIN COMFORT
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INDIA'S DRONE SECTOR AT INFLECTION POINT
At Aero India 2025, drones prominently featured in the spotlight, and justifiably so, as these unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are poised to significantly impact various sectors in the near future, including defense, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, surveillance, and entertainment. The rapid advancement of drone technologies was evident at Aero India; however, large-scale deployment remains limited due to several factors, primarily concerning safety and security regulations. R. CHANDRAKANTH reports on the evolution of this platform and their imposing presence at Aero India
Noida Airport delayed
A Noida International Airport (DXN) in Jewar is unlikely to commence scheduled passenger operations by the April 2025 deadline due to delays in the construction of the terminal.
WHAT A CLEAR FLIGHT!
Advanced avionics upgrades offer a dramatic increase in enhancing efficiency and flight safety in general aviation aircraft. ATUL CHANDRA reports
BOEING INDIA WILL BE THE FASTEST-GROWING AVIATION MARKET
Boeing anticipates a substantial demand for approximately 2,900 new aircraft in the region over the next twenty years. This figure indicates a four-fold rise compared to current numbers. NIDHI SHARMA dissects the numbers and how it will impact Indian carriers.
world's best-selling, most delivered, light jet for 13th consecutive year
Embraer's Phenom 300 series is once again the world's best-selling, most delivered light jet for the 13th consecutive year, according to data released by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
AIR INDIA'S CODESHARE STRATEGY
As Air India advances with its ambitious five-year turnaround initiative, it has begun to broaden its partnerships across various regions, including Australia, Japan, Singapore, and Europe, with the aim of delivering an unprecedented, streamlined experience for its passengers. AMEYA JOSHI reports
AIRPORTS AND MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORT HUBS
Airports around the globe have focused on the development of Multi-Modal Transport Hubs (MMTH) to ensure a smooth and efficient travel experience. Indian airports, particularly those in Bengaluru and Delhi, have rapidly embraced this international trend. RASHEED KAPPAN dissects this trend and how it helps passengers get in and out of airports.
CIVILIAN DRONES AND HELICOPTERS ADD DIVERSITY TO AERO-INDIA 2025
Aero India 2025 maintained its status as the nation's leading aerospace exhibition, characterized by the presence of major Indian and multinational corporations demonstrating their capabilities in military aviation, equipment, and services.
