Boeing 737 MAX nears recertification in India
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India is a significant and rapidly expanding market within the global aviation industry. The country has a large and growing domestic aviation market, driven by its expanding economy, rising middle class, and increasing demand for air travel. India is also strategically located, serving as a major hub for connecting flights between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The Indian government has implemented policies to promote the growth of the aviation sector, including investments in airport infrastructure and the liberalization of aviation regulations.
Key Facts
- Airlines: IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, Go First
- Airports: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
- Domestic Passenger Traffic (2022): 138 million (approx.)
- Aircraft Orders: One of the world\’s largest aircraft order books
- Manufacturing: Emerging hub for aircraft component manufacturing
- Challenges: Infrastructure constraints, regulatory complexities
- Growth Potential: High growth potential due to increasing demand and government support
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Jet Airways creditors to get 5% of the money they are owed
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Eight passengers sustained injuries due to severe turbulence on the Vistara flight from Mumbai (BOM) to Kolkata (CCU).The…
Indian court orders Air India to rehire 61 terminated pilots
The High Court of Delhi annulled Air India’s decision to terminate 61 pilots from their duties due to…
Airbus supports ailing India with medical aid
On June 2, 2021, Airbus announced it would double-down its response to the second wave of COVID-19 in…
SpiceJet to implement new pilot wage structure
An Indian low-cost carrier SpiceJet reportedly informed its ground staff, commercial staff, pilots, and cabin crew members about…