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A CATALYST FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH

Business Aviation is crucial to the growth of an economy and by recognising the economic and social benefits of business aviation and implementing supportive policies, governments can create an environment that fosters growth and strengthens the overall economy

CHARTINGA SUSTAINABLE COURSE

India's aviation sector is experiencing rapid growth accompanied by an inevitable surge in carbon emissions. To counter this environmental challenge, collaborative initiatives between airlines and the MoCA need to taken shape for the integration and adoption of SAF.

MARY ELLIS (1917-2018)

At one RAF base where Mary Ellis landed a Wellington bomber, the ground crew flatly refused to believe that she was the pilot. They even searched inside the bomber convinced that its male pilot was lurking somewhere.

INDIA TO LEAD COMMERCIAL AVIATION RECOVERY IN SOUTH ASIA

According to Boeing’s 2023 Commercial Market Outlook, India and South Asia are expected to have over 2,705 new airplane deliveries until 2042

BOEING 777X (777-9) MAKES ITS INDIA DEBUT

Boeing’s latest widebody 777-9 takes center stage at Wings India 2024, poised to redefine travel experience

SCRIPTING THE INDIAN AVIATION STORY

Connecting India to the world in Amrit Kaal and setting the stage for India Civil Aviation @2047

GOVERNMENT APPROVES BIG-TICKET MILITARY ACQUISITION WORTH ₹84,560 CRORE ($10.57 BN)

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) granted approval for Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for various capital acquisition proposals amounting to ₹84,560 crore ($10.57 billion). The DAC also notified amendments in Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020, reducing the overall procurement cycle for Start-Ups & MSMEs.

DEFENDING DRDO - RESTRUCTURE THE RESPONSIBILITIES

A strategic transformation of DRDO is needed to chart a course for excellence in defence technology and a more agile and responsive future

NETRA - EYES IN THE SKY

Indian AEW&C Platforms to Bolster Network-Centric Air Operations

FORCE MULTIPLIERS – ACTION UNFOLDING INDIA

Force multipliers play an undeniable role in amplifying air dominance, demanding continued investment and strategic implementation

IAF MODERNISATION ROADMAP

IAF’s pursuit of Air Space Supremacy amid a surfeit of challenges

EVE AIR MOBILITY COLLABORATES WITH FLEXJET

Eve Air Mobility has achieved a key milestone in the progression of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) through a collaborative partnership with global private aviation leader Flexjet.

SUNEXPRESS TO BUY UP TO 90 BOEING 737 MAX

Boeing and SunExpress, a joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, announced the airline has again selected the 737 MAX to continue its robust growth.

PORTER AIRLINES ORDERS 25 EMBRAER E195-E2S

Porter Airlines has exercised purchase rights to place a firm order for 25 Embraer E195-E2 passenger jets, adding to their 50 existing firm orders.

LANDMARK ORDER FOR UP TO 67 BOEING JETS

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced the carrier has agreed to order 11 787 Dreamliner and 20 737 MAX airplanes with an opportunity for 15 and 21 additional jets, respectively.

CAE SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR THE INTEGRATION OF FLIGHT OPERATIONS SOLUTIONS

CAE announced at the Dubai International Airshow that it has signed a multi-year contract to provide its advanced Crew Management and Operations Control solutions to the Air India Group airlines

RICHARD MCSPADDEN

MeSpadden once wrote, \"Flying has brought so much to my life - in many ways has been my life.... I feel a growing urge to give back, cast a wider net, and expose more people to this splendid experience that can change the trajectory of a life.

BUILDING ATMANIRBHARTA IN MRO SECTOR IN INDIA

Boeing is working with suppliers, industry, and leading MROS to help establish India as a regional hub for MRO

A CLASS OF ITS OWN

Passenger- and pilot-centric, the Falcon 6X reflects the next step in Dassault's legendary aircraft heritage

INDIA'S EVOLVING BUSINESS AVIATION LANDSCAPE

The Business Aviation industry in India has had its share of kinks and hopes but the necessity for the efficient transportation of goods and executives will lead to an increased reliance on private aircraft

MASTERING THE SKIES - TOP SIMULATORS

Elevating Pilot training to new heights with precision, realism, and immersive experiences through the cutting-edge world of Full Flight Simulators

STEERING A NEW COURSE

Addressing the imminent Pilot shortage poses a significant challenge for the Aviation sector, necessitating innovative and proactive solutions

BUILDING SKIES, BUILDING DREAMS

Salil Gupte, President, Boeing India talks to Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP's Aviation on Boeing's role in the future of Indian Aviation

GROWING EAST AND WEST

Air India Eyes Intercontinental Expansion

INDIA'S AVIATION RESURGENCE

The saga of Aviation in India is truly unfolding as the sector recovers from the challenges of the pandemic and takes flight towards prosperity by the end of this decade

DEVELOP 'ATMANIRBHARTA IN CIVIL AVIATION'

Despite the obvious challenges, a concerted push for Atmanirbharta in Commercial Aviation is required for enhanced technological independence and reduced vulnerability, if India truly wants to be a major player in the global aviation landscape

LEARJET 23: SPEARHEADING THE BIZJET REVOLUTION

The Learjet 23's sleek, futuristic design, all-metal construction and superlative performance practically screamed \"fighter jet\". Just like a fighter it could carry out a range of aerobatic manoeuvres.

A GRAND SHOWCASE OF AEROSPACE EXCELLENCE

The latest innovations and advancements on display, the most thrilling airplanes taking to the skies, sustainability and advanced air mobility developments and significant deals, made the Dubai Airshow 2023, an aerospace spectacle

POISED FOR GROWTH

The Middle East stands as one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, with an annual regional fleet expansion of 5.1 per cent over the next decade

TURBULENT SKIES

Navigating Pilot Shortage in Commercial and Business Aviation will require a collaborative approach by all stakeholders