Air India boosts UK capacity, launches new routes to London Gatwick
Air India announced it is adding up to 17 frequencies between the UK and India. While five of…
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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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India allows airlines to extend wet lease contracts for up to one year
India’s Ministry of Civil Aviation has given local airlines the green light to temporarily expand their fleet capacity…
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The Airbus Beluga, one of the world’s largest freighter aircraft, touched down at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport…
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Start-up Hans Airways has raised new money in its bid to secure an operating license and commence flights…
IndiGo grounds 30 planes due to supply chain disruptions: Reuters
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India’s Tata starts setting up production of the Airbus C-295
Construction is about to start of Tata Group’s factory to manufacture Airbus C-295 light transport aircraft in India,…
Emirates to celebrate Diwali on all flights to India from October 23-28
Emirates will be honoring Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, on board its flights to Indian cities between…
DGCA orders SpiceJet Q400 fleet inspection following cabin smoke incident
India’s civil aviation regulator has ordered budget carrier SpiceJet to conduct a detailed inspection of its De Havilland…
Emirates A380 debuts in Bengaluru ahead of launching daily scheduled service
Emirates’ flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380, made its debut touchdown at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) on October…