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Tata, Airbus conduct first test flight of maiden 'Made in India' C295 military transport aircraft

India's first Airbus C295 military transport aircraft, manufactured in Vadodara, has successfully completed its initial test flight. This marks a significant step towards delivering 40 such aircraft to the Indian Air Force this year. The programme signifies a new era in India's defence manufacturing capabilities, with private sector involvement and…

The Economic Times

Airbus-led consortium to launch German-backed fighter jet project after FCAS collapse

An Airbus-led alliance of eight defence firms will launch Team Gen 6 in Berlin, a German-backed sixth-generation fighter jet project intended to replace the collapsed Franco-German-Spanish FCAS programme, AFP reports.

Euronews

Aviation's Record-Breaking Moment: Inside the Industry's Trillion-Dollar Transformation

The global airline industry is experiencing something it has never seen before.

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Saurabh Mukherjea’s global strategy: How Marcellus is hunting compounder stocks across 4 multi-trillion dollar megatrends

Saurabh Mukherjea of Marcellus is avoiding AI giants like Nvidia, instead focusing on companies enabling AI's physical infrastructure. His strategy targets turbine manufacturers, chip equipment makers, and industrial distributors, alongside defence and aerospace firms like Airbus, and ultra-luxury brands, driven by distinct megatrends.

The Economic Times

Airbus-led group proposes fighter jet alternative after French-German project fails

The FCAS programme had been viewed as a flagship European defence project, aimed at strengthening military cooperation as Europe faces a more assertive Russia.

Euronews

Starlink wifi to be offered on budget European airline for first time

Wizz Air will bring ‘advanced connectivity solutions to the ultra-low-cost segment’

The Independent UK

Why the Franco-German FCAS fighter jet project failed

Planned as Europe's biggest joint defence project, FCAS has been abandoned after French and German companies failed to resolve years of disputes, despite repeated political intervention.

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SpiceJet funding crunch delays pilot pay, messages show, as it seeks state-backed loan

SpiceJet is delaying pilot salaries since March, seeking an emergency government loan to stabilize operations amid rising fuel costs and restricted airspace. The airline acknowledged payment delays, stating they are disbursed in a phased manner. Pilots report significant financial challenges due to the ongoing pay disruptions.

The Economic Times

China's C919 jet poised to tackle ageing domestic fleet

China's massive civil aviation fleet is ageing faster than planes are being replaced, threatening to saddle airlines with higher costs, but orders for home-grown C919 jets could help stem the tide, according to the head of north Asia for the International Air Transport Association (Iata).

Bangkok Post

France and Germany abandon joint fighter jet project as companies unable to reach agreement

The project was seen as a key test of European efforts to work more closely on defence as they seek to present a united front in the face of a hostile Russia at a time of souring ties with the United States.

Euronews

Blow to EU defence cooperation as France, Germany abandon joint fighter jet programme

France and Germany on Monday announced they were abandoning a joint fighter jet programme due to disagreements between France's Dassault Aviation and Airbus, which represents Germany and Spain. The decision came as a blow to European efforts to boost defence cooperation in the face of increasing Russian hostilities and souring…

France 24

France and Germany abandon joint project to build European fighter jet

Paris and Berlin conclude firms involved unable to agree on way forward in blow to Europe’s common defence push

The Guardian - UK

One Dreamliner leaves, six routes go dark, but IndiGo unveils 'bigger' FY30 ambitions

IndiGo unveiled an ambitious plan to nearly double its scale by FY30, targeting 200 million passengers annually. The airline will focus on international expansion, long-haul operations with new aircraft, premium travel offerings, and growing cargo and ancillary revenues to become a global aviation player.

The Economic Times

Airline chiefs grapple with fuel shock, fare test at Rio summit

RIO DE JANEIRO - Global airline chiefs open their annual summit in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday facing a sharper test of the industry's post-pandemic recovery, as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and disrupts airspace while carriers try to cushion the blow with higher fares and tighter capacity.

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Middle East conflict fuels airline bankruptcy risks, more mergers likely: IATA

Soaring jet fuel prices due to Middle East conflict are pushing budget airlines towards bankruptcy and industry consolidation, according to the head of the global airline body. Slow aircraft and engine deliveries are exacerbating these financial strains. Despite challenges, the low-cost model remains viable outside the U.S., and the industry…

The Economic Times

Airline chiefs grapple with fuel shock, fare test at Rio summit

Global airline leaders gather in Rio de Janeiro facing a tough recovery test. The Iran war is increasing fuel costs and disrupting flight paths. Airlines are raising ticket prices and limiting flights to manage these challenges. A shortage of new aircraft also adds to their financial strain. Industry profits are…

The Economic Times

Bengaluru-Mumbai IndiGo aircraft suffers bird-hit, flight delayed

An IndiGo flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai experienced a bird strike on Friday. The aircraft was taxiing on the runway when the incident occurred. The pilot immediately returned to the bay for necessary checks. After inspecting both engines, the Airbus A321Neo was declared safe. The flight eventually departed over an…

The Economic Times

Airbus delays XLR deliveries to IndiGo as war hits suppliers

Deliveries of the A321XLR jets from Airbus are lagging, and IndiGo, a prominent airline in India, is bracing for holdups affecting several of the nine planes it has ordered for this year. The ongoing Middle East conflict is causing supply chain issues that exacerbate the delays.

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Boeing weighs 737 ramp-up to approach Airbus production targets, Air Current reports

Boeing is considering a significant increase in its 737 jet production. The company is exploring plans to boost output to approximately 70 aircraft per month, a move that would test its supply chain. This increase would aim to bring Boeing's production closer to rival Airbus' targets. The studies are in…

Windows Central

This officially licensed Airbus cockpit is a Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 pilot's dream

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 fans have a range of awesome hardware to make their experience more realistic, and now, there's a new rig coming that mimics a real-life Airbus jet.

The Independent UK

Qantas’ Project Sunrise Airbus has completed its maiden test flight

The Airbus A350 completed a three-hour flight in Toulouse

Bangkok Post

Thai Airways introduces first female pilot

Thai Airways International has marked a milestone in its 66 years of commercial operation with its first female pilot on a commercial flight.

Bangkok Post

VietJet commits to new aircraft despite turbulence

Despite the ongoing Middle East war and unfavourable market conditions, VietJet Thailand remains committed to replacing its fleet with 50 new Boeing 737-8 planes over three years, while accelerating plans to phase out its existing Airbus jets to streamline costs.

Bangkok Post

Thai Airways introduces first female pilot

Thai Airways International has marked a milestone in its 66 years of commercial operation with the first female pilot on a commercial flight.

Fortune

How Kelly Ortberg is rebuilding Boeing from the inside out

Kelly Ortberg inherited Boeing's worst crisis in decades. His fix: stop chasing Wall Street and start building planes the right way again.

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