Families ask to hold candlelight vigil at Air India crash site one year after disaster killed 260 Air India has offered to pay for some families to travel to Ahmedabad for crash anniversary The Independent UK · Jun 10
Air India crash victim’s remains sent to UK under wrong name Remains of Vasuben Narendrasinh Raj, 70, were sent to Britain under another name, only to be correctly identified after DNA test The Independent UK · Jun 10
Elon Musk's first-gen orbital data center craft spans wider than a Boeing 747 and runs an interchangeable chip payload — AI1 satellite compute payload is 120 kW, peaks at 150 kW Elon Musk laid out the first detailed design of SpaceX's AI1 satellite in a 30-minute video posted to the company's X account. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 9
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 · Jun 9
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 · Jun 9
Pilots praised after UK flight’s controls jammed in mid-air Ice formed on the aircraft control system during the cargo journey from Iceland The Independent UK · Jun 8
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. Bangkok Post · Jun 7
On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more events On This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The date is associated with Mahatma Gandhi's defining train incident in South Africa, the founding of the Basketball Association of America, which later became the NBA, the Battle of… The Economic Times · Jun 6
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 · Jun 6
Families torn apart by Air India crash seek justice one year on: ‘We have forgotten how to live’ ON THE GROUND: As families wait for the Indian authorities to complete their investigation into one of the nation’s worst air disasters, they face another battle to preserve the memory of their loved ones. Namita Singh reports from Ahmedabad The Independent UK · Jun 6
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… The Economic Times · Jun 5
Air India crash report: When will it be released, and what can we expect it to reveal? It appears unlikely Indian aviation authorities will publish final report on 12 June anniversary of disaster The Independent UK · Jun 5
Lufthansa employees injured after Boeing 787's nose landing gear collapses at Frankfurt airport Several Lufthansa employees were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing aircraft retracted at Frankfurt airport AAP · Jun 4
Lufthansa employees injured after the nose of Boeing plane falls to the ground at Frankfurt airport Lufthansa says several employees were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing aircraft unexpectedly retracted AAP · Jun 4
Euronews · Jun 4 Lufthansa employees injured in Boeing nose gear incident at Frankfurt airport Cabin crew and ground staff were on board and several were injured and were receiving medical treatment, the airline said.
AAP · Jun 4 Several hurt in Frankfurt Boeing 787 nose-gear collapse German airline Lufthansa says several employees were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing aircraft unexpectedly retracted at Frankfurt airport.
AAP · Jun 4 Lufthansa employees injured in a Boeing nose gear incident at Frankfurt airport Lufthansa says several employees were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing aircraft unexpectedly retracted
The Economic Times · Jun 4 Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner sinks onto its belly at Frankfurt Airport; Several injured Lufthansa Dreamliner incident: A Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner unexpectedly sank onto its belly at Frankfurt Airport, with images showing the aircraft nose-down near Terminal 1. The incident, which occurred while the aircraft was parked and without passengers, prompted a large emergency response. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with…
The Economic Times · Jun 3 IndiGo shares fall as airline halts Manchester flights amid soaring operational costs IndiGo shares fell after it temporarily suspended its flights to Manchester from August 31 due to extended airspace restrictions and soaring operational costs. This decision will see one of its leased Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners returned. Despite strong passenger demand, longer flight times and escalating expenses forced the airline's hand, though…
Bangkok Post · Jun 2 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.
The Economic Times · Jun 2 IndiGo to suspend Manchester flights from Aug 31, return one leased Dreamliner amid rising costs IndiGo is pausing flights to and from Manchester starting August 31. This decision stems from prolonged airspace restrictions and increased operating costs. The airline is returning a leased Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. IndiGo remains committed to long-haul expansion and will assist affected passengers with alternative arrangements or refunds. Other long-haul services…
Barchart · Jun 1 Is Boeing Company Stock Underperforming the S&P 500? The Boeing Company has lagged behind the S&P 500 Index over the past year, yet analysts remain highly optimistic about the stock’s growth potential.
Fortune · Jun 1 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.
The National (Scotland) · May 31 Scottish university student pleads guilty over 'illegal' US military plane images A GLASGOW university student is facing prison in the United States after pleading guilty to taking unauthorised photographs of several aircraft at a…
The Economic Times · May 29 IndiGo approves $450 million plan to acquire aircraft, engines IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, has approved a significant plan. Up to $450 million will be deployed to acquire aircraft, engines, and other aviation assets. This move aims to increase the airline's ownership of its expanding fleet. The funds will be channeled through a wholly owned subsidiary.