Aviation News

Nearly 50% of UDAN routes no longer operational while govt begins 2nd phase

Commercial flights continue on only 336 of 669 routes launched under the regional connectivity scheme since 2017, with airlines citing airport readiness, funding and access to metro hubs as challenges

Updated On: 04 Jul 2026 | 3:38 PM IST

PM Modi inaugurates Jodhpur airport terminal, launches modified UDAN scheme

The revamped regional connectivity scheme, backed by a ₹28,840 crore outlay over 10 years, aims to expand air connectivity and drive aviation-led development

Updated On: 04 Jul 2026 | 11:59 AM IST

Air India, SIAEC to set up maintenance, repair and overhaul JV in India

SIAEC is part of the Singapore Airlines Group, which holds a 25.1 per cent stake in Air India

Updated On: 03 Jul 2026 | 4:34 PM IST

Air India cuts fuel surcharges for North America, Europe flights

Air India has reduced fuel surcharges on flights to North America, Europe, the UK and Australia from July 1 after easing oil and jet fuel prices

Updated On: 02 Jul 2026 | 9:04 PM IST

Ahmedabad-Navi Mumbai IndiGo flight lands in Surat after medical emergency

After the flight landed at the airport, the medical team boarded the aircraft, administered first aid to the child and shifted him by ambulance to a private hospital for further treatment

Updated On: 30 Jun 2026 | 8:50 AM IST

Trainer aircraft crash-lands in UP; trainee pilot reported to be safe: DGCA

"Chetak Aviation Cessna 152 aircraft VT-AFB engaged in solo flying at Aligarh has crash landed in a field in Kasganj. She (pilot) is reported to be safe," the regulator said in a statement

Updated On: 29 Jun 2026 | 6:47 PM IST

West Asia conflict may push Indian airlines' FY27 losses to ₹38K cr: ICRA

ICRA has raised its FY27 airline loss estimate to Rs 36,000-38,000 crore and cut traffic growth forecasts, citing higher ATF prices, a weaker rupee and lease costs

Updated On: 26 Jun 2026 | 8:54 PM IST

Air India may restore flights as West Asia situation improves: CEO

Wilson was referring to the network rationalisation Air India undertook because of the West Asia conflict, which started on February 28 when Israel and the US attacked Iran

Updated On: 26 Jun 2026 | 8:36 PM IST

New aviation model to cut travel time, expand global access: PM Modi

The prime minister said the new aviation model will improve international connectivity, support regional development and create opportunities in trade, tourism and business

Updated On: 26 Jun 2026 | 12:12 AM IST

Adani to invest ₹20k cr in six 'airport city' projects across 5 states

Adani Airport plans to invest over ₹20,000 crore in airport city projects across six airports, blending hospitality, retail and commercial infrastructure

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:05 PM IST

Explained: What is 'hub-and-spoke' aviation model and why it matters now

The government has launched the first service under the hub-and-spoke model; here's how the system works and what it could mean for travellers from smaller cities

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 3:17 PM IST

Air India plane comes in front of Indigo aircraft at Ahmedabad airport

The Mumbai-bound IndiGo plane was preparing for take off when the Air India aircraft took the wrong turn, and both planes were separated by around 200 metres on the same taxiway

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 8:22 AM IST

Air taxi startups find healthcare as first launchpad ahead of wider rollout

Even before India's air taxi rules are finalised, hospitals and air ambulance operators are partnering with eVTOL startups to transform emergency care

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 11:40 PM IST

Govt panel proposes simulator-heavy pilot licence to ease crew shortage

The Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) under discussion was introduced ​by the UN's International Civil Aviation Organization in 2006 and adopted by many countries

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 11:22 AM IST

Akasa Air retains 30-40% growth target despite headwinds: CFO Ankur Goel

The airline also aims to expand its passenger-handling capacity by more than 30 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in financial year 2027 (FY27)

Updated On: 23 Jun 2026 | 9:58 PM IST

Akasa Air plans IPO in next 2-4 yrs; share sale is 'question of when': CFO

After taking to the skies in August 2022, the airline is slowly expanding its presence and currently flies to 34 destinations, including 7 international cities

Updated On: 23 Jun 2026 | 3:47 PM IST

Adani Mundra Airport opens commercial operations with inaugural Goa flight

This air link, in a strategic partnership with Star Air, is set to unlock unprecedented economic potential for the Kutch region, transforming it into a fully integrated, multi-modal logistics and busi

Updated On: 23 Jun 2026 | 2:05 PM IST

Akasa Air eyes 30% capacity growth in FY27 despite geopolitical risks

The airline, which has been flying for nearly four years, currently has a fleet of 39 Boeing 737 MAX planes and around 25 per cent of its capacity is deployed in international routes

Updated On: 23 Jun 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

Airfares may stay high as carriers bank fuel relief from Iran deal

As jet fuel prices surged, US airlines raised ticket prices and bag fees, and cut schedules, but those steps have offset only part of the rise in fuel costs

Updated On: 22 Jun 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

AirAsia X has lowered fares since June 15 as jet fuel prices fall: CEO

AirAsia X has been hard hit by volatile jet fuel prices, posting a first-quarter loss this year as it cut 10% of flights and added fuel surcharges to deal with rising costs

Updated On: 22 Jun 2026 | 9:58 AM IST