Air India Crash: What’s at Stake for Boeing
The Air India crash presents a new set of problems for Boeing, which was starting to emerge from a years-long safety crisis.
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Air India Flight to London Crashes in Ahmedabad
It's a tragic day for Indian aviation. The focus now is on supporting families and uncovering what went wrong.
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Flyadeal CEO on Its Unconventional Playbook for Scaling the Saudi Airline
Saudi Arabia’s Flyadeal is surely rewriting the low-cost rulebook. From widebody orders to a rare partnership with Cebu Pacific, this domestic darling is now eyeing global scale, all without losing sight of its lean, point-to-point roots.
Senators Grill Trump’s FAA Pick Over Pilot Training
Although Bedford has broad industry support, some Democrats and pilots’ unions are concerned about his stances on pilot training requirements.
U.S. Demand Is Recovering After Trump ‘Liberation Day’ Hit, Says IAG CEO
Despite political noise and some short-term booking softness, IAG appears bullish on U.S. demand. CEO Luis Gallego says the real problem isn’t a “Trump Slump,” but a shortage of aircraft throttling global growth.
Why Smarter In-Flight Wi-Fi Is Now a Business Imperative
As demand for high-speed connectivity soars, in-flight Wi-Fi is no longer a perk — it’s a loyalty driver. With its hybrid, multi-orbit approach, Viasat is delivering what the future requires: smarter, faster, more reliable in-flight internet that scales globally and sustainably. Here’s how it works.
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Rolls-Royce CEO: Only Sustainable Aviation Fuel Can Decarbonize Long-Haul Flights
Forget the hydrogen hype – at least for now. Rolls-Royce says sustainable aviation fuel is the only viable path to cutting emissions for long-haul air travel in the next 20 years.
Qantas Group to Shut Down Jetstar Asia Operations
Moral of the story: Being low-cost is no longer enough. Without scale, efficiency, and solid financial backing, it’s getting harder for smaller airlines to stay in the game — especially with the kind of cut-throat competition we’re seeing in the region.
How Mumbai’s New Airport Could Help Lift India’s Aviation Profile
India’s booming aviation sector is set to get a major lift from two secondary airports in Delhi and Mumbai. While the projects signal India’s evolution into a global transit hub, smart pricing will be crucial to drive traffic.
Breeze CEO on Low-Cost Carriers’ Future and ‘The Piss-Off Factor’ Keeping Tourists Away
The drop in interest in traveling to the U.S. is real, and it very well may fade as Breeze's CEO says. But repairing the brand damage will take time.