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Akasa Air in Talks for 200+ Boeing 737 MAX Jets

By Uniquetimesorg September 25, 2026 0

India’s Akasa Air is in talks with Boeing to order more than 200 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar with the matter. A decision on the potential order is expected early next year, with final terms likely to be concluded in the second half of 2027. The proposed purchase would support […]Continue Reading

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SpiceJet Faces Aviation Regulator Scrutiny

By Uniquetimesorg September 22, 2026 0

India’s aviation ministry has placed SpiceJet under closer operational and financial monitoring amid the airline’s continuing cash-flow challenges, a government official said on Tuesday. Authorities are monitoring the carrier through the aviation regulator to ensure its financial difficulties do not compromise flight operations or passenger safety. Civil Aviation Minister Continue Reading

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Air India Expands Drug Testing To All Pilots

By Uniquetimesorg August 13, 2026 0

Air India will begin mandatory substance testing for all its pilots, expanding checks beyond existing regulatory requirements after a captain involved in a serious mid-air incident tested positive for marijuana. The airline said the testing would cover substances and medications prohibited under aviation regulations and would also include pilots from its budget subsidiary, Continue Reading

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IndiGo to End Widebody Operations, Exit Norse Atlantic Lease

By Uniquetimesorg August 1, 2026 0

IndiGo will discontinue its widebody operations from October 25 and end its damp lease agreement with Norway’s Norse Atlantic Airways by October 31. The airline said rising operational challenges, including geopolitical tensions, higher fuel costs, currency pressures, and airspace restrictions, have made the programme less viable. As part of the change, Continue Reading

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IndiGo Posts Second Straight Quarterly Loss

By Uniquetimesorg July 23, 2026 0

India’s largest airline, IndiGo, reported its second consecutive quarterly loss as rising fuel prices and uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict increased operating costs. The airline also forecast broadly flat capacity growth for the July–September quarter, indicating a cautious outlook despite continued demand for air travel. For the quarter ended June 30, Continue Reading

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DGCA Approves Embraer E-Jets for Commercial Operations in India

By Uniquetimesorg July 7, 2026 0

India’s aviation sector received a boost as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted type certification to Embraer’s E-Jets family, including the E190, E195, and the fuel-efficient E195-E2. The approval allows these aircraft to operate commercially in India, confirming they meet the country’s safety and airworthiness standards under the Continue Reading

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Cabinet Approves ₹10,000 Crore ATF Price Stabilisation Fund for Airlines

By Uniquetimesorg June 3, 2026 0

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a one-time Price Stabilisation Fund of up to ₹10,000 crore to protect Indian airlines from sharp fluctuations in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices triggered by the ongoing West Asia crisis. The government said the support would be extended to oil marketing companies (OMCs) through interest-free advances routed via the […]Continue Reading

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India’s 60% Free Seat Rule Stays Despite Airline Opposition

By Uniquetimesorg March 30, 2026 0

The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) in India has mandated that airlines must allocate at least 60% of seats on every flight free of charge. Passengers can now select the majority of seats without paying extra, replacing the earlier system where preferred seats often came with additional fees. The rule is aimed at making air […]Continue Reading

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West Asia Conflict Forces Suspension of Indian International Flights

By Uniquetimesorg March 2, 2026 0

Indian airlines have suspended several international flights due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded at domestic airports. Airlines including Air India and IndiGo have either accommodated passengers in hotels or assisted them with alternate flights to ensure safety and continuity of travel. Passengers expressed frustration over Continue Reading

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DGCA Introduces 48-Hour Free Cancellation for Air Tickets

By Uniquetimesorg February 26, 2026 0

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revised airline ticketing rules, introducing a mandatory 48-hour “look-in period” during which passengers can cancel or modify bookings without incurring change or cancellation fees. The rule applies from the time of booking but excludes tickets purchased directly on airline websites if the flight is within seven days Continue Reading