Rafale performs maiden flypast for India’s Republic Day
For the first time, a Dassault Rafale fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) took part in…
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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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Indian air carrier SpiceJet, which had loudly launched its first regional seaplane service in the country, seems to…
Indian authority probes GoAir for taking passengers on cargo-only flight
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) initiated an investigation on an unusual operation of a GoAir cargo-only…
Air India waits for its fate: Tata Sons, airline’s employees bid for stakes
December 14, 2020, marks the final day for submitting bids to acquire a stake in India’s national airline…