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flydubai axe attack renews scrutiny: Key aircraft incidents since 9/11 that reshaped aviation safety rules

A flydubai co-pilot launched a terrorist attack by stabbing the captain with an emergency axe. The plane rapidly plunged 16,000 feet before passengers intervened to gain control. Despite serious injuries, the captain managed to land the aircraft safely, ensuring all passengers survived. This incident has reignited discussions regarding aviation security…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

ALPA India seeks tax relief for pilots in FY28 Budget

ALPA India has called for tax relief measures to address the ongoing attrition of Indian pilots. The organization argues that the current tax policies disproportionately affect pilots compared to those in zero-income-tax countries. Suggested measures include increased exemption caps and specialized deductions for pilots' expenses. The pilots' body emphasizes the…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

List of 30 airlines still flying in Russian airspace

Most major Western carriers have already suspended operations over Russia

The Independent UK · Sep 7

Air India pilot on Phuket-Delhi flight tests 'positive' for marijuana: Report

The pilot-in-command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight tested positive for marijuana after a recent incident. This confirmatory test followed an initial non-negative screening report received upon arrival. The incident occurred on a Phuket-Delhi flight which experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The AAIB is investigating the circumstances surrounding the…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Air India flight’s 300-foot drop: AAIB says wait for evidence before drawing conclusions

Air India Phuket Delhi flight turbulence case: The government urges caution regarding Air India flight AI2379 conclusions. Investigations are underway to determine the circumstances and contributing factors of the incident. Twenty passengers and four cabin crew members sustained injuries during the flight. The pilot's initial drug screening returned a non-negative…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

'No' SIR data used for processing passport applications, renewals: Govt tells Parliament

The Ministry of External Affairs told Parliament it has not sought or used Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data for passport applications or renewals. It said passports follow the Passports Act, ICAO norms explain the use of "nationality", and India currently enjoys visa-free access to 27 countries, visa-on-arrival in 47 and…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Hua Hin eyes more international flights

The government is preparing to open Hua Hin airport to international flights, with officials studying the feasibility of restoring services to the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur and launching other overseas routes.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5

Airline industry chiefs say 2050 net zero goal now unlikely

Iata boss Willie Walsh blames fuel suppliers, governments and aircraft makers, saying new ‘realistic timeline’ now needed

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8

India prepares interim, not final, investigation report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Indian investigators are preparing an interim report for the deadly Air India crash. This report will be more comprehensive than the initial one. The final report is delayed due to the investigation's complexity. This comes as a separate inquiry into fuel switches on an Air India flight from London is…

The Economic Times · May 26

The Modern Passport Has Eliminated Fraud, Forgery, and Heroes Who Can Bend the Rules To Save Lives

The biometric immigration system makes it impossible for bureaucrats to make a moral stand. I know because I tried.

Reason · May 20