Few aviation projects in India have attracted as much attention as the Noida International Airport at Jewar. The airport has often been described by officials, ministers, and sections of the media as “Asia’s largest airport.” The claim has circulated since […]
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Akasa Air’s rise to become India’s third-largest carrier has been one of the most talked-about stories in Indian aviation. But behind the growth headlines lies a quieter imbalance: the airline faces a pilot utilisation challenge, having hired far too many
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As more passengers travel with multiple electronic devices and spare power banks, one of aviation’s quieter hazards has become more visible: lithium-ion batteries. These compact energy packs power phones, tablets, cameras, and external chargers — yet when they malfunction, damage,
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On July 30, 2025, Delta Air Lines Flight DL56 from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam encountered severe mid-air turbulence over Wyoming at approximately 37,000 ft – first ascending about 1,000 ft before plunging to around 35,775 ft over about 90 seconds. The 275
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Twenty-five years ago, on July 25, 2000, shortly after takeoff, Air France Flight 4590, a Concorde, crashed into a hotel near Paris, killing all 109 people on board and four on the ground. It was the first and only fatal
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Bird strikes are a routine hazard in aviation, with thousands reported every year. Most occur during takeoff or landing, when aircraft are at low altitude, more vulnerable to impact, and pilots have only a brief window to respond. The vast
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While Emirates dazzles with luxury cabins and Qatar Airways courts prestige as a five-star global carrier, Etihad Airways is quietly executing the region’s boldest post-pandemic network expansion. With a wave of new destinations, rising passenger numbers, and sharpened operational efficiency,
A Delta Connection flight operated by SkyWest was forced to divert on July 17 after a 23-year-old unruly passenger allegedly attempted to open the emergency exit door mid-flight and engaged in a physical altercation with a flight attendant. The man,
Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) stock dipped following the crash of Air India Flight AI171, but recovered steadily in the weeks that followed. Shares climbed toward 52-week highs after a preliminary investigation report recommended no action for 787-8 operators or the manufacturer.
If you thought Skywards Platinum was the peak of Emirates’ loyalty ladder, think again. Beyond the glossy lounges and fast-track lanes lies something far more rarefied—something whispered about in frequent flyer circles, yet never officially acknowledged in public dashboards. Welcome
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