India to Add Upto 120 Aircraft Every Year to Meet Growing Demand: Jyotiraditya Scindia
2 years, 8 months ago

India to Add Upto 120 Aircraft Every Year to Meet Growing Demand: Jyotiraditya Scindia

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India, the fastest-growing civil aviation market in the world, intends to add 100-120 aircraft every year to meet the growing demand, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Friday. Addressing the Wings India 2022 at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad, he said that India is looking at tremendous expansion in areas of airlines, airports and every facet of the civil aviation eco-system. We intend to add 100-120 aircraft every year as we go forward," he said. As India celebrates 75 years of independence and aims to emerge as a new powerful nation in next 25 years, civil aviation has extremely important role to play, he added.

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Air India places firm order for 100 more aircraft with Airbus
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Air India places firm order for 100 more aircraft with Airbus

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Tata Sons-owned Air India on Monday said it has placed a firm order for 100 more aircraft with Airbus. With the latest order, Air India's total order book now stands at 570 aircraft, which has overshadowed IndiGo's previous order of 500 aircraft. In 2023, Air India placed an order for 470 aircraft with Boeing and Airbus worth $70 …

Air India orders 100 more Airbus aircraft, expanding fleet to 570
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Air India orders 100 more Airbus aircraft, expanding fleet to 570

Deccan Chronicle  

Air India has announced a significant order for 100 additional Airbus aircraft, marking a major step in the airline’s ongoing fleet expansion strategy. The new order includes 10 A350 widebody jets and 90 A320 Family single-aisle aircraft, which will contribute to Air India's goal of modernizing and growing its fleet to meet rising demand and enhance operational efficiency. With this, …

Need a stronger aviation ecosystem to brace for 2X fleet expansion in 5-6 years
5 months, 1 week ago

Need a stronger aviation ecosystem to brace for 2X fleet expansion in 5-6 years

The Hindu  

The privatisation of Air India leading to the transfer of its ownership by the government to Tata Sons in 2022 and the ensuing transformation plan being undertaken at the airline has triggered a strategic transformation in the country’s airline sector. Meanwhile, India’s largest airline IndiGo, which has a fleet of about 370 aircraft with more than 980 on order, continues …

Govt looking to develop more airstrips, calibrate airport regulations
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Govt looking to develop more airstrips, calibrate airport regulations

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The civil aviation ministry is looking at developing more airstrips as well as calibrating regulations for major and small airports to boost air connectivity, a senior official said on Wednesday. India is one of the fastest growing civil aviation markets in the world, with domestic air traffic on the rise and airlines expanding their fleet as well as …

Civil aviation minister Scindia inaugurates Air India’s first Airbus A350 aircraft
11 months ago

Civil aviation minister Scindia inaugurates Air India’s first Airbus A350 aircraft

Hindustan Times  

Union civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday officially inaugurated private carrier Air India’s first Airbus A350 aircraft. Campbell Wilson, chief executive officer and managing director, Air India said, “Air India’s A350 will enter commercial service on 22 January 2024, initially operating domestically for crew familiarisation on flights to/from Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.” “The aircraft will be subsequently …

By 2030, domestic air traffic projected to hit 300 million
11 months ago

By 2030, domestic air traffic projected to hit 300 million

Hindustan Times  

Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday said that the country’ domestic air passenger traffic will double in the next six years, reaching 300 million by the end of 2030. We are preparing for the potential by creating capacities, removing bottlenecks, simplifying procedures, so that by 2047, when India achieves her 100th year of independence, this civil aviation sector is …

India’s domestic air passenger traffic to touch 300 million by 2030: Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
11 months ago

India’s domestic air passenger traffic to touch 300 million by 2030: Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

The Hindu  

India’s domestic air passenger traffic is expected to touch 300 million by 2030, almost two-fold from the 153 million in 2023, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told the Wings India 2024 conference and exhibition that got underway in Hyderabad on January 18. Given the growth potential of the civil aviation sector, India has set out on a course of “creating …

India requires 2,840 new aircraft, 41,000 pilots over next 20 years: Airbus
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India requires 2,840 new aircraft, 41,000 pilots over next 20 years: Airbus

India TV News  

India will need 2,840 new aircraft and 41,000 pilots, as well as 47,000 technical staff, in the next 20 years, Rémi Maillard, President and Managing Director of Airbus India and South Asia, said on Thursday. Maillard said that Airbus received orders for 750 aircraft last year, delivering 75 units to Indian carriers, including 41 to IndiGo, 19 to Air India, …

Airlines to increase fleet by 25% in a year as passenger number rises
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Airlines to increase fleet by 25% in a year as passenger number rises

Hindustan Times  

India’s airlines will grow their fleet capacity by nearly 25% during the next 12 months, which will help feed rising passenger numbers and fill the void created by Go First’s grounding, data sourced from various airlines showed on Tuesday. According to the data available, Indian airlines have around 600 operational aircraft, excluding over 150 planes grounded for several reasons, including …

Jyotiraditya Scindia: Keeping India airborne
1 year, 6 months ago

Jyotiraditya Scindia: Keeping India airborne

India Today  

The last three years were riddled with disruptions because of two major global crises—first, the Covid-19 pandemic, and then the Ukraine-Russia war. Add to that a falling rupee and the increase in aviation turbine fuel prices, and airlines in India bled heavily, with Go First going bust in May, four years after Jet Airways met a similar fate. The Udan …

‘Airfares reduced by 61% after…’: Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
1 year, 6 months ago

‘Airfares reduced by 61% after…’: Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

Live Mint  

Airfares on certain routes from Delhi have been considerably reduced by 14% to 61% following the airlines' advisory group meeting held on June 6, said Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday. Addressing a press conference, Scindia said, “I am happy to say that the maximum fares on flights connecting Delhi to Srinagar, Leh, Pune and Mumbai were reduced …

Airfares on 5 routes register significant dip: Civil aviation minister Scindia
1 year, 6 months ago

Airfares on 5 routes register significant dip: Civil aviation minister Scindia

Hindustan Times  

Airfares across five routes that were dominated by low-cost carrier GoFirst have recorded a significant drop, ranging between 14% and 61%, aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday. Read here: 'Must ensure maximum prices are within limit': Govt on surge in airline tickets On Monday, the Union minister held a meeting with the Airlines Advisory Group on the increased airfares …

India to be world’s most significant new profitable aircraft market: Barclays
1 year, 6 months ago

India to be world’s most significant new profitable aircraft market: Barclays

Live Mint  

India, with its remarkable growth rate in traffic, has emerged as a prominent market for the global aerospace and defense industry, Barclays said in a report on Thursday. The report also mentioned that India is the world's most significant new aircraft market. "The growing middle-class population with an increased propensity to travel stimulated by a government initiative through the UDAN …

Boeing says India may require 31,000 pilots in next 20 years
1 year, 9 months ago

Boeing says India may require 31,000 pilots in next 20 years

Live Mint  

India may require 31,000 pilots and some 26,000 mechanics over the next 20 years amid the growing order book of the aircraft original equipment manufacturers, said US aircraft maker Boeing on the sidelines of a CII event. Boeing India President Salil Gupte also said the South Asian region is expected to remain the fastest-growing market globally over the next several …

India resists calls for more air access in drive to be global aviation force
1 year, 9 months ago

India resists calls for more air access in drive to be global aviation force

Live Mint  

India dampened foreign airline hopes for more access to its airports on Tuesday, with its aviation minister urging domestic carriers to fly long-haul and help establish new hubs as it seeks to recapture control of Indian travel from foreign rivals. "We are going to see an explosion of air traffic in India in the years to come," he said, adding …

India's aviation sector has enough potential for recurring aircraft orders: GE Aerospace
1 year, 10 months ago

India's aviation sector has enough potential for recurring aircraft orders: GE Aerospace

The Hindu  

Leading engine maker GE Aerospace has said there is enough potential for recurring aircraft orders by Indian carriers as massive growth is happening in the country's civil aviation space. Against the backdrop of Tata Group-owned Air India placing firm orders for 470 aircraft, a top official of GE Aerospace also said that India, which is the world's third largest aviation …

After historic AI order, other Indian carriers plan to order around 1,200 planes
1 year, 10 months ago

After historic AI order, other Indian carriers plan to order around 1,200 planes

Live Mint  

After Air India's historic order of 840 planes to Airbus and Boeing, other Indian airlines too are planning to order close to 1,200 more aircraft in over two years. According to a report by the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation India, Indian carriers are expected to place orders for additional 1,000-1,200 aircraft, starting off with another large order from IndiGo. …

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots for 470 planes
1 year, 10 months ago

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots for 470 planes

Live Mint  

Mumbai: Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots to operate 470 aircraft that are to be supplied by Airbus and Boeing in the coming years, according to industry sources. Currently, Air India has around 1,600 pilots to operate its 113 aircraft fleet and in recent times, there have been instances of ultra-long haul flights getting cancelled or delayed due …

PM Modi says Air India-Airbus deal reflects deepening ties between India-France
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PM Modi says Air India-Airbus deal reflects deepening ties between India-France

Live Mint  

Tata-owned Air India airline on Tuesday announced that it will buy 250 aircraft from Airbus. While congratulating the companies on the landmark deal, PM Modi emphasized the deepening relationship between India and France and the heights India's civil aviation sector has achieved. “I want to especially thank my French President Emmanuel Macron as this day is not only important for …

India requires 2,210 new airplanes by 2041: Boeing
1 year, 10 months ago

India requires 2,210 new airplanes by 2041: Boeing

The Hindu  

India will require approximately 2,210 new airplanes over the next two decades of which 1,983 units will be for single-aisle jets, while 227 units or 10% of new airplane deliveries will be for widebody airplanes, says a commercial market outlook for India released by Boeing here on Tuesday. Due to the rapid growth of its domestic traffic, Boeing forecasts that …

India’s military, civil ambitions to dominate Aero India show
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s military, civil ambitions to dominate Aero India show

Live Mint  

India is scouting for billions of dollars worth of military planes, completing jetliner deals to meet civilian demand and pressing global aircraft manufacturers to produce more locally at a major air show this week. As the country prepares to host the Aero India show in Bengaluru from Monday, its airlines are expanding, with Air India expected to announce a potentially …

Number of airports in country to go up to over 200: Scindia
1 year, 10 months ago

Number of airports in country to go up to over 200: Scindia

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: The Civil Aviation Ministry has drawn up plans to boost air connectivity by taking the total number of airports operating in the country to over 200 over the next five-six years under its vision of increasing the 'width and depth of air penetration,' Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said here on Saturday. Scindia, here on a brief visit, said in its …

Over 1.5 lakh flights started under UDAN Scheme: Civil Aviation Minister
2 years, 4 months ago

Over 1.5 lakh flights started under UDAN Scheme: Civil Aviation Minister

Live Mint  

Union Civil Aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday highlighted the government's efforts on increasing aerial connectivity and said that over 1.5 lakh flights were started in the last 5 years. "Under Udaan Yojana democratization of the aviation sector took place and 1,93,000 flights were started based on viability gap funding in the last 5 yrs where govt will also bear …

India expects 40 crore air travellers in next four years, says Jyotiraditya Scindia – Firstpost
2 years, 4 months ago

India expects 40 crore air travellers in next four years, says Jyotiraditya Scindia – Firstpost

Firstpost  

He said over the last eight years India’s civil aviation industry has been completely transformed New Delhi: Highlighting the transformation of India’s civil aviation industry, Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday said India is witnessing the democratisation of the aviation industry and the country expects to reach 40 crore air travellers in the next four years. Seven airlines …

Air India plans to add over 200 new planes to its fleet, 70% to be narrow-bodied aircraft
2 years, 6 months ago

Air India plans to add over 200 new planes to its fleet, 70% to be narrow-bodied aircraft

India Today  

Tata Group-owned Air India is considering buying more than 200 new planes with 70 per cent of them being narrow-bodied aircraft, aviation industry sources said on Sunday. While Air India has zeroed in on Airbus's A350 wide-bodied aircraft for the procurement, the talks with Airbus and Boeing for narrow-bodied aircraft is still on, they said. Air India has not bought …

Air India readies one of the largest aircraft deals in history
2 years, 6 months ago

Air India readies one of the largest aircraft deals in history

Al Jazeera  

The carrier plans to order up to 300 narrow-body jets from either Airbus or Boeing or both. Air India Ltd. is considering ordering as many as 300 narrowbody jets, according to people familiar with the matter, in what could be one of the largest orders in commercial aviation history as the formerly state-run airline looks to overhaul its fleet under …

Airports Sector Set to See Investments Worth Rs 1.65 Lakh Crore in Coming Years: Scindia
2 years, 8 months ago

Airports Sector Set to See Investments Worth Rs 1.65 Lakh Crore in Coming Years: Scindia

News 18  

The country’s airport sector is expected to see investments worth Rs 1.65 lakh crore, including from private players, in the coming years, and the government also aims to have 200 airports, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Thursday. About capital expenditure plans, Scindia said, “we have a plan of close to Rs 98,000 crore over the next four years …

India to Have 220 Airports by 2025, 80 New Ones in Next 3 Years: Jyotiraditya Scindia
2 years, 8 months ago

India to Have 220 Airports by 2025, 80 New Ones in Next 3 Years: Jyotiraditya Scindia

News 18  

Speaking in Lok Sabha, India’s Union Minister of Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that the government has set a target of increasing the number of airports from 140 to 220 by 2025. The minister said that as many as 3.82 lakh passengers flew daily in the past seven days and MoCA has set a target of nearly tripling this to …

India to get 4 new airports, Jyotiraditya Scindia announces | What you need to know
3 years, 3 months ago

India to get 4 new airports, Jyotiraditya Scindia announces | What you need to know

India TV News  

India will come up with at least four new airports, Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced on Thursday. Scindia said the airport in Kushinagar will have the capacity for successful landing of Airbus 321 and Boeing 737 flights. After this investment, Scindia said, the terminal building will be able to handle 1800 passengers as opposed to 250 passengers currently. …

Boeing Foresees Market Demand of More Than 2,200 New Jets Over the Next 20 Years in India
3 years, 8 months ago

Boeing Foresees Market Demand of More Than 2,200 New Jets Over the Next 20 Years in India

News 18  

Aerospace major Boeing expects demand for more than 2,200 new jets valued at nearly $320 billion over the next 20 years in India. “With greater demand for domestic, regional and long-haul travel, we anticipate India’s commercial fleet will grow four-fold by 2039." Boeing India President Salil Gupte said: “India’s burgeoning manufacturing and services business means the region is uniquely positioned …

Boeing expects demand for 2,200 new jets in India over next 20 years
3 years, 8 months ago

Boeing expects demand for 2,200 new jets in India over next 20 years

Live Mint  

Despite the short-term challenges posed by the covid-19 pandemic, aerospace firm Boeing Co expects demand for more than 2,200 new jet planes valued at nearly $320 billion over the next 20 years in India. "Although the covid-19 pandemic sharply reduced Indian air travel last year, the country’s domestic passenger traffic is recovering more rapidly than in most other countries and …

Domestic Airlines Fleet in India Cross 700 Planes, 73 New Aircrafts Added in 2020: DGCA
3 years, 9 months ago

Domestic Airlines Fleet in India Cross 700 Planes, 73 New Aircrafts Added in 2020: DGCA

News 18  

India’s civil aviation sector, which was heavily battered by the Covid-19 pandemic, added over 20 aircraft during the year 2020. In January, on a year-on-year basis, the air passenger traffic had dropped by 39.50 per cent to 77.34 lakh from 127.83 lakh reported for the corresponding period of the previous year. On a sequential basis, domestic passenger traffic rose 5.55 …

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