Air India orders 30 extra Boeing 737 MAXs, converts Airbus A321neos into XLRs
Air India has kicked off the first day of Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad with a host of…
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India is a significant and rapidly expanding market within the global aviation industry. The country has a large and growing domestic aviation market, driven by its expanding economy, rising middle class, and increasing demand for air travel. India is also strategically located, serving as a major hub for connecting flights between Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The Indian government has implemented policies to promote the growth of the aviation sector, including investments in airport infrastructure and the liberalization of aviation regulations.
Key Facts
- Airlines: IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, Go First
- Airports: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
- Domestic Passenger Traffic (2022): 138 million (approx.)
- Aircraft Orders: One of the world\’s largest aircraft order books
- Manufacturing: Emerging hub for aircraft component manufacturing
- Challenges: Infrastructure constraints, regulatory complexities
- Growth Potential: High growth potential due to increasing demand and government support
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IndiGo recruits former FAA senior advisor to investigate operational meltdown
In a bid to understand its recent operational disruptions, IndiGo has recruited a former senior advisor to the…
IndiGo’s management served notice by India’s regulator over flight disruptions
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De Havilland Canada reaches deal for up to 10 Twin Otter Series 300-G aircraft
De Havilland Canada has announced that IndiaOne Air, a regional airline based in India, has signed a Letter…
BOC Aviation to lease three Boeing 737-8 aircraft to India’s Akasa Air
Aircraft operating leasing company BOC Aviation has finalized a purchase-and-leaseback deal for three Boeing 737-8 aircraft with India’s…