HISTORICAL FACTS: 6 - The Untold Story

Scindia announces more steps to deal with fog-related disruptions

Amid fog-related flight disruptions, Delhi and Mumbai airports will report incidents and set up 'war rooms' to address passenger issues.

The Hindu · Jan 16, 2024

‘Washer’ missing on a Boeing 737 MAX-8 plane of Indian airline: DGCA

Rectification recommended by Boeing was carried out before clearing the aircraft for flight operations, the DGCA said. It did not name the Indian airline that reported the missing washer. Three Indian airlines — Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and Air India Express — operate 737 MAX-8 planes.

The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024

Aviation professionalism which India must draw from

The aviation world should learn a lot from the high professional standards in Japan’s training of air crew

The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024

All-weather licence granted to Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar; night landing soon

The Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar is likely to start operations soon even during the night with the granting of an all-weather licence by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

DGCA approves Drone Academy at Telangana Agri University

PJTSAU Drone Academy approved by DGCA to provide agri-drone pilot training to farmers, diploma holders & rural youth. Establishes CHCs & creates new employment avenues.

The Hindu · Dec 18, 2023

Domestic air passenger traffic rise 9% in November

Domestic air passenger traffic in India rose 9% to 1.27 crore in November, with multiple daily highs. IndiGo remained top carrier but OTP below 80%.

The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023

DGCA grants licence for Ayodhya Airport

DGCA grants aerodrome licence for Ayodhya Airport, to be inaugurated on December 30 with IndiGo's Delhi-Ayodhya flight. Terminal building can accommodate 500 passengers, equipped with ILS for night & low-visibility operations

The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023

Ayodhya's international airport reaches final stages of construction

Ayodhya's Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport nears completion; to be inaugurated in Jan '24. GM Airport Authority Rajeev Kulshrestha said runway & parking ready, building work in final stage. Airport design inspired by Ram temple, to be inaugurated by PM Modi.

The Hindu · Dec 12, 2023

Security arrangements reviewed at new airport in Vellore

Security team from Chennai airport reviews existing arrangements at Vellore airport ahead of operations. DGCA monitors security regularly. Mock drills conducted with Central forces and local police. Airport built at ₹65 crore, spread over 97 acres, with runway, taxiway, ATC, terminal building and oil depot. Widened airstrip to operate 20-seater…

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023

The promise of heli-taxi as a congestion-killer: Can it take off again?

Five years ago, when the city’s first heli-taxi service lifted off from the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), it was billed as Bengaluru’s ultimate congestion-killer. Bypassing the gruelling traffic-jammed roads down below, it could reach far-off Electronic City in 15 minutes flat for a fare that was less than ₹5,000. Yet,…

The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023