Features
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August 6, 2021
Satellites, Samples & Station strengthening China's space footprint
By Ayushee ChaudharyChina's taikonauts recently conducted their first spacewalk aboard the multi-module space station, Tiangong.
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August 6, 2021
From Moon to Mars with Apollo & Artemis
By Ayushee ChaudharyNASA is gearing up to begin a new era of deep space exploration by returning humans to moon after about half a century, as a step to go to Mars and beyond.
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August 2, 2021
India-US: Partnership of the century
By Ranjit KumarConsidering the deepening strategic relationship between India and US and the realisation in Foggy Bottom that India must be on US side to counter the threatening rise and challenge of China to US predominance in the world, the visit of the seven months old Biden administration's Secretary of State was long overdue.
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June 2, 2021
SpaceX strengthening sustainable commercial space flights
By Ayushee ChaudharyWith successful launches and commercial crew missions on the list, SpaceX is advancing cost-effective space travel.
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June 2, 2021
The extravagant space affair
By Ayushee ChaudharyAs companies reach closer to their developments of taking people beyond the earth, the excitement around space tourism continues to build
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May 31, 2021
Real time satellite communication to track Covid-19 resources
By Ayushee ChaudharySIA-India, a non-profit association has been created to represent the interests of the communication satellite ecosystem in India.
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May 11, 2021
Department of Space offers innovative collaborations to manage the crisis
By Ayushee ChaudharyThree ventilators and an oxygen concentrator have been developed by ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and are soon expected to be commercially produced.
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May 11, 2021
DRDO's anti-COVID drug, a silver lining
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Drug Controller General of India has granted permission for emergency use of the drug as adjunct therapy in moderate to severe COVID-19 patients.
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April 8, 2021
Boeing forecasts 4-fold increase in fleet over the next 20 years for India
By Rohit GoelBoeing forecasts strong aviation growth in India due to the country's growing economy and an expanding middle class, fueling demand for more than 2,200 new jets valued at nearly $320 billion over the next 20 years.
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March 30, 2021
India-Korea: Success stories
By Ranjit KumarBoth the countries are deepening their bilateral defence cooperation, with Defence and Security engagements having grown exponentially over the last few years
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March 25, 2021
ISRO continues to collaborate and breakthrough
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Indian space agency has signed bilateral MoUs to set up incubation centres & successfully demonstrate country's first free-space quantum communication over 300 metres.
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March 22, 2021
US-India inching closer
By Ranjit KumarWith major foundational agreements already in place and no major issues to be sorted out, the U.S. Defence Secretary visit focussed on broader aspects of India US strategic partnership and its role in ensuring peace and security in Indo-pacific region and ways and means to counter the aggressive designs of China
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March 22, 2021
US Defence Secretary's first visit to India to uplift defence cooperation
By Ayushee ChaudharyAustin's stop in India is a continuation to the Biden-Harris administration's outreach to revitalise ties with partners and allies.
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March 15, 2021
QUAD: for the stable health of people, nations and the world ahead
By Ayushee ChaudharyAustralia, India, Japan and the United States' leaders come together, amongst the current major challenges of climate change, COVID-19 & security concerns.
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March 15, 2021
NASA persevering strongly for inter-planetary human missions
By Ayushee ChaudharyFrom golden pictures of the rocks on Martian surface, to the sounds of the wind in Mars' thin atmosphere, NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover is constantly keeping "earthlings" on their toes.
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March 9, 2021
Exclusive to SP's
India's space industry needs more awareness, acknowledgment & appreciation: SKI CEO
By Ayushee ChaudharyFollowing the successful feat in ISRO's latest PSLV-C51 launch, SpaceKidz India's CEO Dr. Srimathy Kesan sat down amid ecstatic joy for an exclusive interaction with Ayushee Chaudhary of SP's on the occasion of international women's day.
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March 2, 2021
With 2021's first launch, ISRO steers new age of space reforms
By Ayushee ChaudharyIndia's PSLV-C51 launched the first satellite designed, integrated and operated by Brazil along with 18 co-passenger satellites.
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February 24, 2021
The President closes Aero India 2021
By Ayushee ChaudharyDisplay of the defence prowess, strengthening the self-reliance mission, modernisation, global reach and inclusivity highlighted during Aero India 2021.
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February 24, 2021
Start-ups to promote innovation in defence
By Ayushee ChaudharyEncouragement to start-ups in defence, and aerospace as a boost to self-reliant India, and grants of 1.5 crore each to 60 start-ups at 'Start Up Manthan' during Aero India 2021.
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February 23, 2021
Defence Budget 2021-22 is a healthy mix of promise, potential, and progress: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
By Rohit GoelDefence Minister said that “The Ministry has set a target to achieve a turnover of 1,75,000 crore ($25billion) including export of 35,000 crore ($5billion) in Aerospace and Defence goods and services by 2024”.
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January 21, 2021
Biden bids adieu to divisions, calls for democracy and unity
By Ayushee ChaudharyWith Joe Biden sworn in as the 46th President of the USA, anticipations and hope hold high for the world as well as India.
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December 31, 2020
Tata's stake climb up the ladder in Indian aviation industry
By Ayushee ChaudharyWhile everyone is busy ringing in hopeful celebrations for 2021, Tata Group took the celebrations a notch up as it announced about the increase of its stake in the budget carrier, AirAsia India.
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December 4, 2020
VBACE lays out key suggestions for first-time buyers
By Ayushee ChaudharyConsidering the rising number of first time customers in the business aviation industry, VBACE 2020 got together experts to pitch in advice for them.
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December 4, 2020
Industry leaders initiate towards a sustainable future
By Ayushee ChaudharyWhile the industry is tackling the coronavirus crisis, the leaders are aware that the climate crisis is not to be ignored.
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December 4, 2020
Innovation is the way forward
By Ayushee ChaudharyWhile leaders discussed the future of flight innovations, VBACE successfully stood testimony to innovation and adaptation.
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December 4, 2020
VBACE 2020 highlights workforce concerns and changes
By Ayushee ChaudharyFrom the ground support staff to the maintenance professional, working in isolation to working from home, education sessions at VBACE proactively discussed about the transitions in the workforce post COVID-19.
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December 3, 2020
Inaugural Virtual Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition 2020
By Ayushee ChaudharyWith virtual booths, exhibition halls, chat lounges and much more, NBAA’s VBACE 2020 took innovation a notch-up.
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December 3, 2020
“Business aviation to emerge stronger from pandemic”
By Ayushee ChaudharyPassenger air travel came to a halt across the globe and industries especially aviation and travel industry were hard hit. However with the shift towards safe travel and social distancing, business aviation did see better moments compared to commercial aviation.
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December 3, 2020
Textron Aviation announces launch of the King Air 260
By Ayushee ChaudharySupplemental type certification (STC) approval of the IS&S ThrustSenseAutothrottle on Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 200 series aircraft also announced.
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December 3, 2020
2020’s regulations and planning for aircraft acquisition
By Ayushee ChaudharyVBACE 2020 sessions look at the pandemic’s economic and legislative impacts as well as tax benefits for aircraft ownership.
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December 3, 2020
Gogo announces Gogo Vision 360 and completion of its commercial aviation business sale
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe premium Inflight Entertainment service is an effort to enhance passenger experience.
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December 3, 2020
Airbus Corporate Jets display the brighter side of the pandemict
By Ayushee ChaudharyAt a press conference during VBACE 2020, ACJ executives highlight the new TwoTwenty Jets' qualities.
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November 26, 2020
Indian Navy inducts SeaGuardian drones on lease
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Indian Navy has recently inducted two MQ-9B SeaGuardiandrones on lease from the United States to carry out surveillance in the Indian Ocean Region.
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October 8, 2020
Air Force entering a transforming era: IAF Chief on 88th Air Force Day
By Ayushee ChaudharyAddressing the Air Force, Bhadauria highlighted the force's achievements, commitment, future enterprises and ethos to continue to serve towards a self-reliant nation.
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October 8, 2020
India's Road to Self-Reliance in Defence begins with Strengthening Indigenous Manufacturing
By Louise Donaghey, Rolls-RoyceThe world is reeling under the effects of a continuing pandemic and economies are slowly rising from this crisis, finding more resilient and innovative ways to survive and succeed.
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October 6, 2020
Response to the stand-off along the LAC is indicative of our operational state
By Neetu DhuliaComing decade will see 114 MRFA fructify and a significant boost in AWACS, AEW&C capabilities, ISR, and aerial refueling capability.
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September 29, 2020
Defence Minister discloses the Defence Acquisition Procedure
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) was released on Monday at the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
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September 18, 2020
Country’s first integrated General Aviation terminal inaugurated in Delhi
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe facility is said to consist of 70 plus aircraft parking bays, two aircraft hangars and two fixed-base operators (FBOs).
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September 18, 2020
U.S. Air Force One gearing up for an unmatched speed
By Ayushee ChaudharyBoom Supersonic, Exosonic and Hermeus have been awarded separate contracts by the U.S. Air Force’s Presidential and Executive Airlift Directorate.
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September 11, 2020
New bird in the arsenal of the IAF
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe induction programme included ceremonial unveiling of the Rafale aircraft, a traditional sarva dharma puja, an air display by Rafale, Jaguar and Tejas aircraft as well as by the Sarang aerobatic team.
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August 10, 2020
Hydrogen in focus to achieve zero emissions
By Ayushee ChaudharySustainable alternative fuel, hydrogen, and electric are the major possibilities that the industry needs to focus upon; experts highlight.
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August 10, 2020
Boeing's Freighter Conversion Program gets a renewed boost
By Ayushee ChaudharyBoeing's freighter conversion programs received an elevation during the FIA Connect with Boeing announcing a contract calling for DHL Express to add four 767-300BCFs and another with Aircraft Finance Germany covering two 737-800BCFs.
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August 10, 2020
First ever virtual airshow concludes successfully
By Ayushee ChaudharyWith approximately 14,000 delegates coming together across countries and continents virtually, the FIA Connect successfully deliberated on sustainable and crucial matters of the aviation industry.
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August 10, 2020
Team Tempest expands for the next generation combat aircraft
By Ayushee ChaudharyGeneral Electric UK, QinetiQ, Collins Aerospace, Thales, Martin-Baker, GKN and Bombardier come on board the Team Tempest, a future combat air system being developed for RAF & other European forces.
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August 7, 2020
Aviation leaders connect at FIA to discuss the pandemic at hand
By Ayushee ChaudharyFrom travel confidence, to technological initiatives needed in the industry, experts highlighted the grave situation that has come due to the pandemic and pointed out the steps that can be taken going forward.
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August 7, 2020
Consumer Confidence Crucial for post COVID-19 recovery
By Ayushee ChaudharyConsumer confidence was stressed as another key to relaunching travel. To tackle the unprecedented passenger drop-off, the government and industry officials stressed to collaborate on technology, cleanliness, and other means to reduce health risks, increase passenger confidence, and facilitate the return of travel.
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August 7, 2020
From future advancements to present survival
By Ayushee ChaudharyAs for LeAnn Ridgeway, Vice President of Avionics and General Manager of Information Management Services for Collins Aerospace, technology can play a significant factor in the recovery.
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August 7, 2020
Focus on diversity through the pandemic, women leaders stress
By Ayushee ChaudharyFIA Connect also witnessed a dedicated panel discussion with women leaders hosted by the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Charter (WIAAC) focusing on diversity and inclusion as the industry starts to recover from COVID-19.
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July 30, 2020
The arrival of the beauty and the beast
By Ayushee ChaudharyFive Rafale - “Delight to Fight” as said by a senior from IAF, out of the 36 finalised in an inter-governmental deal with France by Prime Minister Modi, arrived on Wednesday at Ambala and are to be formally inducted in the IAF in August.
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July 29, 2020
Lockheed Martin Suppliers’ Conference and Exhibition starts online
By Ayushee ChaudharyBeing organised by SIDM and CII for Lockheed Martin, the exhibition also plans to have virtual tours of the manufacturing/factory facilities of exhibitors at the Conference.
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July 27, 2020
FIA draws focus on the electric future of air mobility
By Ayushee ChaudharyWhile the concerns around infrastructure and people's beliefs still remain, the industry experts are confident about the potential of UAM which will takeover transportation in the times to come.
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July 27, 2020
Pandemic delays production, yet Lockheed Martin aims to achieve F-35 delivery target
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe F-35 production line has delivered 540 aircraft, and more than 1,000 pilots and 10,000 maintainers are now trained to fly and work on the aircraft.
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July 24, 2020
BAOA constantly making efforts to get the GA/BA industry at its rightful place
By Ayushee ChaudharyCome together as one voice in order to ensure that the issues being taken up by BAOA are received in the correct perspective, BAOA President urges members.
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July 23, 2020
FIA goes virtual
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe global pandemic of coronavirus might have brought some unprecedented situation and new challenges but it has not dampened the spirits of those who are determined to deliver especially in the aviation industry.
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July 23, 2020
Coming together for space exploration & larger societal goals
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe constant curiosity to unravel the secrets of the space beyond earth is not just a fascination move but holds long-term technological as well as economic benefits.
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July 23, 2020
Sustained efforts needed for sustainable flying
By Ayushee ChaudharyEnvironmental importance has been on the forefront of discussions especially since the last few years irrespective of any industry. Aviation industry has especially seen a rise in awareness when it comes to steps being taken to take care of the environment at large.
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July 20, 2020
Falcon 6X gearing up for its maiden flight
By Ayushee ChaudharyBeing touted as the world's first ultra widebody business jet, Dassault Aviation's Falcon 6X is gearing up for an early 2021 flight despite the upheaval caused by the pandemic.
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July 15, 2020
Amidst border tensions, armed forces get free hand for procurements up to $40 million
By Vishal ThaparA special meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on July 15, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, delegated powers for making urgent capital acquisitions up to 300 crore ($40 million) to the armed forces.
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July 14, 2020
The Great Reset: How Asian Airlines Will Brace for a New Normal
By Cesar Pereira, Embraer Commercial AviationThe one-size-fits-all approach has never sounded more obsolete, while right-sizing has never been more appropriate. Right-sizing is now an industry buzzword recognised as a strategic move and only a multi-fleet strategy, with diverse seat segments, provides the flexibility to adjust capacity to the new market demand.
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July 14, 2020
India’s aviation & travel industry come together to restore passenger confidence
By Ayushee ChaudharyAs countries uplift lockdown and travel begins to resume, the industry aims to regain the rattled confidence of travellers with key initiatives being taken in industry collaboration.
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July 7, 2020
India’s space sector opens up for private participation in a historic reform
By Ayushee ChaudharyThis is expected to let the country surge in space activities, make way for large-scale employment and become a global technology powerhouse.
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July 2, 2020
Amidst border face-off with China, India moves to buy 21 MiG-29 & 12 Su-30MKI fighters for $2.4 B
By Vishal ThaparDAC approves military procurements worth $5.2 B, nod for 1,000 km cruise missile and Astra BVR marks major milestone in indigenous missile capability
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July 2, 2020
Welcome the Rafale Jets
By Air Marshal B.K. Pandey (Retd)What is also of significance is that the IAF will be acquiring an enhanced combat capability at a time when military confrontation between India and China along the Line of Actual Control has been escalating despite all political and diplomatic efforts.
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June 29, 2020
Indian Air Force in action along the LAC
By Air Marshal B.K. Pandey (Retd)As the focus now has to shift from the Western to the Northern border, the IAF has been conducting regular air exercises and combat air patrol missions along the LAC.
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June 20, 2020
“Well prepared and suitably deployed”, IAF Chief echoes Air Force’s determination
By Ayushee ChaudharyTaking note of the current scenario at the LAC, Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria assured that all efforts are underway to peacefully resolve the situation.
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June 15, 2020
Active implementations & lesser restrictions must for aviation's faster recovery
By Ayushee ChaudharyTo restore the economy recessed due to the novel coronavirus, it is important to get the aviation sector back in action and hence traveller confidence needs to be restored by implementing common guideline around the world, point out global experts.
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June 10, 2020
Post COVID-19 world likely to witness a rise in flying private
By Ayushee ChaudharyThere are as many as 700 touchpoints exposing passengers to the risk of contagion on a single commercial flight, compared to just 20 such in business aviation.
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June 6, 2020
Aviation paves way for humanity in times of distress
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe aviation industry has been actively working towards helping many stranded passengers; Bollywood actor Sonu Sood and AirAsia India came together through the initiative “Umeed Ki Udaan” where many migrant workers stranded in different parts of the country were airlifted.
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June 6, 2020
At last Private aircraft and Charter operations see some action
By Ayushee ChaudharyTo bring back stranded Indians from overseas, the government finally issued guidelines for an order to allow non-scheduled domestic operations, post two months of travel restrictions.
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June 3, 2020
Boeing resumes the production of 737 Max
By Ayushee ChaudharyAfter five months of inactivity, the aerospace manufacturer begins with the restart of production of controversial jetliners
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June 3, 2020
SpaceX brings back human spaceflight to the United States
By Ayushee ChaudharyThis mission marked the first time a commercially developed space vehicle, owned and operated by a private entity rather than NASA, carried Americans into orbit.
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April 6, 2020
Passenger demands plummet, airlines likely to face a serious cash burn: IATA
By Ayushee ChaudharySwift actions from governments worldwide is a necessity in this darkest hour for aviation, else the airlines may burn through $61 billion of their cash reserves during the second quarter of 2020, according to IATA.
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April 6, 2020
Global Airports Council warns against a severe setback for the airports
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe airport industry, which employs a large percentage of industry jobs ranging from airport management, maintenance, and security to retail outlets, and others, is expected to be strongly hit by reduced revenues.
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April 6, 2020
The necessity to recover civil aviation
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe aviation industry is being bogged down in various manners by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the international organisations are constantly stressing on the urgent need of effective measures.
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March 19, 2020
Big Policy Corrective: Aero MRO gets a lifeline with a big tax cut from 18% to 5%
By Vishal ThaparZero tax on service to foreign aircraft in India, as GST Council frees Industry from a crippling regime
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March 18, 2020
Decks cleared for $5 B contract for 83 LCA Mk 1A fighters
By Vishal ThaparStage set for final nod by CCS headed by Prime Minister Modi
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March 13, 2020
Wings India 2020 reinstates India's potentially strong aviation ecosystem
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe civil aviation show's inaugural session remarks that despite the panic-driven situation, let the long-term goals not be disarrayed and let a rebound be ensured.
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February 28, 2020
Cross-border terror not a low-cost option against India after Balakot: Rajnath
By Vishal ThaparThe surgical strike of 2016 and Balakot airstrikes of 2019 were not just military strikes but a strong message to the adversary that terror infrastructure across the border cannot be used as safe haven to wage low-cost war against India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in New Delhi on February 28.
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February 27, 2020
HAL seeks Government funding for Indian Multi-Role Helicopter
By Vishal ThaparIMRH pitched as one-stop replacement for Mi-17, Kamov series and Sea King choppers
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February 26, 2020
American 'Romeo' set to give the Indian Navy its biggest rotary wing upgrade
By Vishal ThaparFirst 6 MH-60Rs to be delivered within a year, boost submarine hunting & over-the-horizon targeting capability
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February 25, 2020
TRUMP VISIT
India-US sign $3B deals for 24 MH-60R Seahawk naval choppers and 6 Apache gunships
By Vishal ThaparDefence & Energy to be the big drivers, as India, US raise ties to "comprehensive global strategic partnership"
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February 20, 2020
Ahead of Trump visit, CCS clears $2.9 B deals for 30 American choppers
By Vishal Thapar24 MH-60R Seahawk naval helicopters for $2.12 B and 6 Apaches for $796 M to sweeten Presidential visit in the absence of trade deal
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February 19, 2020
EXCLUSIVE
Dassault in talks to buy out Reliance stake in DRAL
By Vishal ThaparMove comes 2 years ahead of the planned roll out of Falcon 2000 executive jet from JV's Nagpur facility as part of Rafale deal offsets
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February 18, 2020
India's premier think tank IDSA renamed after Manohar Parrikar
By Vishal ThaparStep to honour the legacy of the late former Defence Minister who initiated far reaching reforms
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EXCLUSIVE
February 17, 2020
Russia to delay delivery of S-400 air defence missile systems to India by 2 years
By Vishal ThaparSetback to India's military readiness plans as delivery timeline is stretched from 2023 to 2025
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January 13, 2020
IAF announces induction of Astra, its most potent air-to-air missile
By Vishal ThaparIntegration of indigenous BVR missile with Su-30MKI neutralises Pakistan's advantage with 110 km range
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January 4, 2020
The New Year brings new additional flight routes for SpiceJet
By Ayushee ChaudharyBeginning from February 2020, the new flights are to strengthen SpiceJet's network across Western and Southern India.
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January 3, 2020
CDS' 1st Directive: Prepare for a unified Air Defence Command
By Vishal ThaparGeneral Rawat indicates that enforcing jointness, restructuring military commands will be his top priority
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January 2, 2020
HAL ties up with Wipro to introduce Metal 3D Printing
By Vishal ThaparMove to bring cutting edge technology to the mainstream of aerospace manufacturing in India
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December 28, 2019
Fasten all your info about the nation's biggest defence carnival now with an app
By Ayushee ChaudharyDuring a review meeting for the upcoming exhibition, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched DefExpo 2020 app that holds remarkable features to 'inform, engage and feedback'.
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December 24, 2019
Cabinet approves creation of the apex military post of Chief of Defence Staff
By Vishal ThaparTop military officer will head the new Department of Military Affairs but not given any command or financial powers
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December 21, 2019
$930 M deal for 6 Apache helicopter gunships for Army awaits CCS approval
By Vishal ThaparIndian Army set to take up attack helicopter role
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India-US 2+2 Dialogue
December 21, 2019
Signing of Industrial Security Annex paves way for US Defence companies to participate in mega Make in India programmes
By Vishal ThaparNew foundational agreement allows American OEMs to share classified military information with Indian private sector
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December 11, 2019
HAL concedes wage hike to end labour unrest
By Vishal ThaparTrade union strikes had shut down India's sole manufacturer earlier this year
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December 7, 2019
Over 180 Defence contracts worth $27.5 B awarded to Indian companies since 2014
By Vishal ThaparModi Government contests impression that Make in India is a non-starter in Defence production
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EXCLUSIVE
November 29, 2019
MoD asks Indian Navy to reconsider HAL's exclusion from $3 B chopper programme
By Vishal ThaparPublic Sector giant's representation against omission from shortlist of Indian bidders backed by Retired Admiral's "independent opinion"
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November 29, 2019
India to hold 2+2 Dialogue with Japan to step up Defence cooperation
By Vishal ThaparA sign of deepening ties, Defence & Foreign Ministers from two sides to meet in inaugural meeting in New Delhi on Nov. 30
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EXCLUSIVE
November 22, 2019
Indian Navy drops HAL, Reliance from its shortlist in the $3 B chopper programme
By Vishal ThaparForeign OEMs Lockheed Martin-Sikorsky, Airbus and Russian Helicopters receive go-ahead; matter to come up before DAC on Nov. 28
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November 21, 2019
SpiceJet and Gulf Air sign a codeshare agreement
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe newly established partnership aims to enhance the reach of both the airlines through pilot training, coordinated cargo as well as engineering services, among other collaborations.
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November 14, 2019
Epic turnaround: IAF Chief flies HAL's HTT-40 in a big show of support
By Vishal ThaparAll major tests cleared, indigenous basic trainer meets preliminary requirements of the IAF, declares HAL
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November 6, 2019
Boeing forecasts $770 Billion civil aviation market in India over 20 years
By Vishal ThaparIndian demand for 2,380 new jet aircraft worth $330 Billion projected, but no plans to shift assembly lines out of US
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November 6, 2019
Boeing adds 3 safety elements to make the 737 Max fly again
By Vishal ThaparReworked MCAS put through 800 flight tests to validate airworthiness, India's DGCA briefed about modifications
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November 1, 2019
Accomplished air warfare tactician is the new head of IAF's Western Command
By Vishal ThaparAir Marshal B Suresh led development of tactics for BVR warfare
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October 31, 2019
IAF's Kargil War hero retires as top operational commander
By Vishal ThaparAir Marshal Nambiar was instrumental in operationalising laser-guided precision bombing capability on Mirage-2000 fighters during the War
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October 24, 2019
India, US agree to work on 7 new Defence co-development projects on specified timelines
By Vishal ThaparDrone Swarms, Counter-Swarm programmes put on DTTI agenda, Joint Working Group on Jet Engine Technology wound up
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EXCLUSIVE
October 23, 2019
India seeks US help for drone swarm technology to prepare for warfare of the future
By Vishal ThaparPath-breaking proposal set to come up at DTTI meeting on October 24
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October 22, 2019
Karnataka HC orders HAL workers to end strike
By Vishal Thapar9-day stir over pay hike demand hits services to Indian armed forces
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October 18, 2019
SpiceJet announces four routes, operational from next month
By Ayushee Chaudhary (Staff Correspondent)The new routes concentrate on the southern part of India as the budget carrier hopes to strengthen its network in the area.
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EXCLUSIVE
October 17, 2019
IAF operationalises air-launched BrahMos cruise missile in major capability milestone
By Vishal ThaparWith longer reach and greater destructive potential than any anti-surface air weapon wielded by India, the 450-km range missile increases India's options for stand-off, cross-border targetting
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October 17, 2019
At NBAA-BACE 2019, 'The Future Is In Focus'
By Ayushee ChaudharyIt's that time of the year again when the aviation enthusiasts, high flyers, forward thinkers, established business aviation masters and young aviation entrepreneurs gear up to gather at one of the most significant convention of the industry.
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October 17, 2019
15 reasons why NBAA-BACE 2019 is a must-attend for all business aviation enthusiasts
By Ayushee ChaudharyThis October, the world of business aviation is coming to Las Vegas in the form of its largest tradeshow event.
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October 16, 2019
HAL's "indefinite" strike paralyses India's sole aircraft manufacturer
By Vishal ThaparThe strike at India's biggest Defence PSU comes at a time when there's a renewed emphasis on indigenisation of Defence procurements. While the private sector alternate has not emerged at the pace at which it was expected to, the domineering public sector is still beset with issues of performance and legacy work culture, which has been put under the spotlight again by the HAL workers strike
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October 16, 2019
Iconic C-130J Super Hercules fleet surpasses 2 Million flight hours globally
Milestone
By Vishal ThaparIAF among 22 operators across 18 Countries of the air mobility workhorse
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October 11, 2019
Russia merges Mil and Kamov Helicopters in major consolidation move
By Vishal ThaparRespective brands to be kept alive but won't compete with one another
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EXCLUSIVE
October 7, 2019
Amidst depleting IAF fleet, 18 of 114 Multi-Role Fighters to be imported in fly-away condition
By Vishal Thapar$21 B procurement to be processed under 2016 edition of DPP, suggesting programme kick-off in next few months
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October 4, 2019
Shooting down of own Mi-17 helicopter over Srinagar a "big mistake", admits IAF Chief
By Vishal Thapar2 officers to be tried in a court martial for fratricidal killings on the day of aerial dogfight with Pakistan
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October 4, 2019
IAF closes doors for foreign 5th generation fighter, commits itself to Indian AMCA
By Vishal ThaparNo plan for additional 36 Rafales; HAL's HTT-40 to be next trainer, discloses new Air Chief
