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Behind Captain Machchhar's Surname: The curious case of Gujarati families named after animals and insects

Captain Smit Machchhar was the pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 when a violent incident occurred. He sustained injuries after the co-pilot attacked him in the cockpit. Despite his condition, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door for crew intervention. The flight was safely diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia following…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

Airlines need to cut 265 weekly international flights connecting Mumbai airport from Oct 25: Sources

Mumbai's international airport will cut 265 weekly flights from October 25 as Terminal 1 undergoes redevelopment. The airport operator plans to allocate vacated international slots to domestic airlines transitioning from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2. Several airlines, including IndiGo and Air India, will have to reduce their overseas flight numbers…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Tewolde Gebremariam assumes charge as Air India CEO

Tewolde Gebremariam has officially taken charge as the CEO and MD of Air India. He is the second foreign leader to helm the struggling airline. During a recent staff townhall, he emphasized cost discipline as integral to the company's culture. He also highlighted the importance of sustainable profitability, safety, and…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Air India CEO-designate Gebremariam pitches cost-saving measures, employee rewards & profitability in townhall

Newly appointed Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam underlined the importance of enhancing financial performance. He announced plans to encourage employee participation in cost-saving initiatives through rewards for ideas that yield measurable savings. Current challenges to break-even have highlighted the need for disciplined growth strategies and operational efficiency. Gebremariam emphasized the…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Boeing’s latest 737 MAX glitch hits close to home as Indian airlines bet hundreds of planes on the jet

Boeing identified a software issue affecting 737 MAX aircraft during specific landing scenarios, impacting airlines heavily investing in them. Air India Express and Akasa Air operate around 96 of these aircraft, with hundreds more on order. Boeing is developing a software fix while ensuring pilots can still land safely without…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Airbus detects surface coating issue with A321 neo fuselage; some IndiGo planes see impact

An Airbus spokesperson on Friday said during some standard rework a surface protection deviation on stringers located at the lower front section of the fuselage was identified affecting a number of A321 aircraft.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Drugs, alcohol, bicycle & losses: The strange to-do list awaiting Air India’s new boss Tewolde Gebremariam

Air India’s incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam inherits an airline with global ambitions but an unusually complicated to-do list. Beyond tackling a Rs 22,238 crore loss and securing fresh shareholder funding, he must address maintenance issues, cut costs and tighten operational discipline. Recent incidents involving pilots, alcohol and drugs, an alleged…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Air India staff suspended after passengers bypass immigration at Delhi airport

Air India has suspended staff after three Italian passengers bypassed immigration at Delhi airport while connecting from Amritsar to Munich earlier this month. Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said stronger checks have now been introduced after the passengers were wrongly directed to the international transfer area instead of completing immigration…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Air India’s new IFE platform coming in 2027 second half; targets in-flight commerce revenues

Air India will launch an integrated in-flight platform in late 2027. This new system will combine entertainment, loyalty programs, and e-commerce services. Passengers will access these features through connected in-flight entertainment screens. The platform aims to monetize the captive audience and offer new travel experiences.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

41 years, still waiting for justice: Families of victims of Air India 1985 bombing 'shocked' as Canada probe goes inactive

Canadian police are winding down the Air India Flight 182 bombing investigation. Families of victims expressed shock and dismay after receiving this news. Investigators stated that all available leads have been exhausted for the long-running probe. While the investigation remains open, no new suspects are currently being considered. This development…

The Economic Times · Sep 22