Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

UNCOVERED: Aviation news topic - The Untold Story

Which power bank has DGCA banned on all flights after a fire catches inside IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight? Reason why power banks explode inside planes

Which power bank has DGCA banned? DGCA has banned the MOBIKINS MK-PB-04 power bank from flights to, from and within India after an IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight was diverted to Hyderabad following smoke from a passenger’s electronic device. The incident has renewed concerns about lithium-ion battery fires, why they happen and…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Germany's Nuremberg Airport suspends flights after suspected aviation emergency

Nuremberg Airport experienced a temporary flight suspension after receiving reports of a suspected aviation emergency. Police confirmed the aircraft from Corfu landed safely amid the investigation. Eurofighter jets accompanied the plane, ensuring safety during the landing process. Additionally, there were earlier reports of a possible drone sighting near the airport,…

The Times of India · 21h ago

Nuremberg Airport: Airline explains why fighter jets were scrambled to escort passenger plane

IN FULL

The Independent UK · 21h ago

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Fighter jets deployed after aircraft issues hijack signal over German city of Nuremberg

Eurofighter jets were deployed to escort the aircraft which was travelling from Corfu in Greece to Germany

The Independent UK · 21h ago

Indigo signs $328 million finance deal with Citi for 8 Airbus aircraft buys

Indigo has entered into a USD 328 million financing agreement with Citi for purchasing eight Airbus planes. This marks the first aviation financing deal insured by the Belgian export credit agency Credendo. The transaction will support the growth of Indigo's fleet and network through long-term funding. Citi acted as the…

The Economic Times · 23h ago

Riyadh Airport Will Stay Closed Until October 17. Major Airlines Are Extending Flight Cancellations.

Delta has postponed its planned Atlanta-Riyadh route until March 2027 as security concerns disrupt travel to the Saudi capital.

International Business Times · Oct 12

Bringing down cost of flying can lead to disruptive aviation growth: Air India executive

Reducing taxes on aviation could make air travel more affordable for average Indians. Air India officials believe this will drive significant growth in passenger traffic. Currently, annual domestic passenger numbers are projected to rise from 340 million to 1.1 billion by 2040. Long-haul flights present a huge market opportunity for…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

India, Czech Republic explore partnership to build 19, 40 and 90-seater aircraft in India

India is set to explore a collaboration with the Czech Republic to manufacture various regional aircraft. The partnership aims to fulfill regional connectivity needs under the UDAN scheme and cater to global markets. Discussions between Indian and Czech officials highlighted combining India's demand for air travel with Czech manufacturing expertise.…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

IndiGo to have 9-10 A321 XLRs by fiscal-end; maturing mkt offers biggerIndiGo eyes 9-10 A321 XLR aircraft by March 2027: Senior executive

IndiGo plans to expand its fleet by acquiring 9 to 10 A321 XLR aircraft by March 2027. This move aims to cater to the increasing demand for medium-haul flights, especially from growing Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. With four A321 XLRs already in operation, IndiGo is poised for significant…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

GE Aerospace to nearly double supplier spend in India by 2030, eyes growing Aviation demand

The announcement was made alongside the release of a report by Ernst & Young (EY), GE Aerospace's Economic Impact in India, which assesses the company's economic contribution to India's commercial aviation, defence, manufacturing and engineering sectors over four decades.

The Economic Times · Oct 12

GE Aerospace to nearly double supplier spend in India by 2030, eyes growing aviation demand

The announcement was made alongside the release of a report by Ernst & Young (EY), titled 'Powering Progress: GE Aerospace's Economic Impact in India', which assesses the company's economic contribution to India's commercial aviation, defence, manufacturing and engineering sectors over four decades.

The Economic Times · Oct 12

GE Aerospace to boost India supply chain spending to $400 million by 2030; eyes more sourcing of components

In a strategic push, GE Aerospace plans to ramp up its supply chain spending in India, setting an ambitious goal of USD 400 million. This initiative emphasizes their commitment to the burgeoning Indian aviation market and supports local sourcing initiatives. Presently, GE partners with established suppliers like Tata Group and…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Riyadh airport to remain closed after deadly Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia's civil aviation body extended the suspension of operations at Riyadh's international airport Monday following a series of deadly attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels over the weekend. The statement announcing the decision did not specify when operations would resume. Follow our liveblog to see how the day's events…

France 24 · Oct 12

Fresh Houthi strike hits Riyadh airport a day after deadly attack

A fresh Houthi strike hit Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport on Sunday, killing a Pakistani resident and wounding 11, Saudi authorities said. The attack followed a strike that killed at least 12 people and halted airport operations on Saturday. The Iran-backed group threatened further attacks on Saudi Arabia’s transit hubs.

France 24 · Oct 12

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Times of India · Oct 11

US air museum to reopen as storm-damaged World War II hangar finds new owner for $1

An 83-year-old World War II-era blimp hangar in Oregon, US, was sold for just $1 after a storm tore a 200-foot hole in its roof in December 2025. The historic building, which houses the Tillamook Air Museum, was purchased by a nonprofit organisation and is set to reopen on October…

Euronews · Oct 11

Houthis claim further Riyadh airport attacks as Saturday’s death toll rises to 13

The Houthis claimed responsibility for the weekend attacks on Riyadh airport. Saturday’s death toll rose to 13, while a further strike on Sunday killed one person. Flights remain suspended as Trump weighs US involvement.

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Houthis threaten more Saudi airport strikes after Riyadh attack kills 12, wounds 309

A recent attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has resulted in 12 fatalities and hundreds of injuries. Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for escalating the conflict with Saudi Arabia, threatening future strikes on airports. Operations at the airport were suspended, with a significant number of embassies advising caution for their…

The Times of India · Oct 11

'Terrible thing': Trump on Riyadh airport attack, says US may join Saudi strikes against Yemen’s Houthis

US President Donald Trump said Washington was considering joining Saudi Arabia’s strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels after an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 people and injured more than 300, according to Saudi civil aviation authorities.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Houthis' attack on Saudi's Riyadh airport kills 12, injures over 300 as conflict escalates

A missile attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 people and injured over 300, civil aviation authorities said. The Houthis have claimed earlier attacks on the airport, as fighting with Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces intensifies. US President Donald Trump is weighing possible military intervention against…

The Times of India · Oct 10

Saudi airport missile strike kills at least 12, leaves over 300 injured

At least 12 people were killed and over 300 injured after a missile struck Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said.

International Business Times · Oct 10

Riyadh Airport Evacuated After Houthi Strike. This Is The Latest In A Series Of Attacks Against Saudi Aviation.

The Houthis hit Terminal 3 of the King Khalid International Airport of the Saudi capital of Riyadh on Saturday, just days after their last strike on the facility killed three Saudi nationals and destroyed a plane.

The Times of India · Oct 10

Locked doors, trusted pilots: Questions the Flydubai attack raises for aviation

NEW DELHI: The attack by a Flydubai co-pilot on the captain during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv has renewed questions about whether aviation security needs another overhaul, 25 years after the September 11 attacks transformed how airlines protect their aircraft.

The Economic Times · Oct 10

‘I didn't know women couldn't fly fighters’: How Bhawana Kanth went from childhood dream to becoming IAF’s first woman fighter pilot

Bhawana Kanth's journey from chasing aircraft as a child to becoming the first woman officer in the Indian Air Force to qualify as a Fighter Combat Leader reflects a decade of milestones in military aviation. From joining India's first batch of women fighter pilots in 2016 to completing advanced combat…

The Times of India · Oct 10

Indianapolis rebuilds runway with concrete that captures and stores CO2

Indianapolis International Airport rebuilt its 10,000-foot-long Runway 5R-23L with concrete designed to capture and permanently store carbon dioxide inside the pavement. The $190 million reconstruction project introduced carbon-capture technology to an entire airport runway after receiving approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. The Indianapolis Airport Authority said the project was…

Barchart · Oct 9

Barclays Just Downgraded JOBY Stock. Here's Why.

Barclays issues a bearish note in favor of Joby Aviation. Here’s why analyst Anthony Valentini believes JOBY share could tumble further.

Coverage From

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Federal Aviation Administration

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.