[ad_1] The bookings for chartered planes are done in advance and operators will be looking for maximum utilisation of aircraft. With politicians and political party representatives crisscrossing the country for the Lok Sabha polls, the demand for chartered planes and helicopters has jumped up to 40 per cent, and the …
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Akasa Air expands network to Prayagraj as the heritage city becomes its 22nd destination, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Rapidly expanding its network across India, Akasa Air has launched new flight services to Prayagraj as its latest addition to its network, marking the 22nd destination in its service map. The airline is set to commence daily flights between Mumbai and Prayagraj from May 25, 2024, enhancing connectivity and …
Read More »Air India & Bengaluru airport sign MoU to develop domestic lounge & MRO facilities, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] (Left) Hari Marar and Campbell Wilson (Right). Air India and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) have joined forces in a landmark agreement aimed at transforming Bengaluru into a premier aviation hub for southern India, with an ambitious plan to enhance air travel connectivity in the region. This collaboration between …
Read More »Red Sea International Airport welcomes first overseas flight, sets sight on sustainable tourism, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Red Sea Global (RSG) has achieved a significant milestone with the launch of its first direct international flights to Red Sea International Airport (RSI), connecting the destination to the world. The new twice-weekly service, operated by flydubai, will commence from Dubai International (DXB) to RSI on April 18. John …
Read More »Pilots’ unions flag work culture concerns at Tata Group airlines, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Representative image. Mumbai, Two pilots’ groupings on Thursday said the problems raised by Vistara pilots are not isolated but indicative of systemic issues across Tata Group aviation entities. In a detailed letter to Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran, the Indian Commercial Pilots’ Association (ICPI) and the Indian Pilots’ Guild …
Read More »AAI to post highest ever profit of Rs 5,000 cr in 2023-24, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Representative Image. Airports Authority of India (AAI) is expected to report the highest-ever profit of INR 5,000 crore in the 2023-24 financial year, a senior official said on Monday. In recent years, the number of airports has gone up, especially with the regional air connectivity scheme, amid rising domestic …
Read More »Aviation authorities issue air travel alert for solar eclipse in April., ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] As the Solar Eclipse, known as Surya Grahan, is set to occur on April 8, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a cautionary notice regarding air travel during this celestial event. The FAA, a US government civil aviation agency, has advised that aircraft should be prepared for possible …
Read More »China’s top airlines post fourth straight year of losses in 2023, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] China‘s top airlines have reported losses for a fourth consecutive year as weak domestic demand in the fourth quarter and a slow post-pandemic recovery in overseas travel weighed on earnings, but analysts said the outlook was improving this year. Their performance, while better than in 2022, reflects how slowly …
Read More »Malaysia Airlines forges alliance with Manchester United, Unveils New Routes and A330neo Seating, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Malaysia Airlines has solidified a strategic partnership with Manchester United, marking an official collaboration aimed at expanding its global reach and showcasing Malaysian Hospitality to over 1.1 billion football enthusiasts worldwide. This alliance will leverage joint marketing initiatives to elevate brand recognition and uphold the standards of excellence associated …
Read More »US FAA to scrutinize United safety practices after Boeing issues, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] The US aviation authority will scrutinize safety procedures at United Airlines after a spate of incidents on its Boeing-made planes, according to a letter sent to company employees. Boeing has been hit by a series of safety issues, including a near-catastrophic incident in January when a fuselage panel on …
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