SP's Aviation - ISSUE No 11-2024
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Symbolising growing technology, growth & collaboration, this mission highlights India’s dedication to leveraging space technology for societal progress, expanding its role in commercial space ventures while underscoring the potential for India’s heavy-lift launch vehicles to capture future opportunities
The first ever tri-services Defence Space Exercise was a significant building block towards holistic capability in global space operations
For India, one of the most significant aspects of Trump’s return will be his approach to China. There is a possibility that Trump will continue to view India through a transactional lens, prioritising trade deficits and economic returns. The role which the US plays as the global tech powerhouse is the model for future growth which cuts across economy to security. In all potential, there are mostly positive signs, rather another defining era for Indo-US relations could unfold if indicators are right. The convergence of mutual interest for both democracies is too obvious.
The business aircraft financing market has witnessed significant growth post-pandemic, driven by increased demand for private and chartered flights
With a vision for comfort, excellence and sustainable aviation, Dassault’s Falcon family embodies the peak of technological and environmental advancements
Seaplane services are expected to transform regional connectivity in India, boost tourism, create jobs, and foster economic development, particularly in hard-to-reach coastal and inland regions
SpiceJet has successfully resolved a significant dispute with Bombardier over a fleet of Q400 turboprop planes in the form of a $90 million settlement, marking the end of a prolonged legal battle that also has broader implications for the Indian aviation sector
India continues to make remarkable strides in technology, defence, aviation, and diplomacy, reinforcing its position as a key player on the global stage. Recent developments highlight the nation’s drive to innovate and collaborate across diverse domains.
In 1930, KLM began scheduled passenger service between Amsterdam and Jakarta. The Fokker F.XII plane took 10 days to reach, including 81 hours of flying time. It was the world’s longest scheduled flight before the Second World War.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressed the Air Force Commanders’ Conference (AFCC) at Air Headquarters in New Delhi.
Australia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the Indian Armed Forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling.
The Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) of P-7 Parachute System has been handed over to the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, a DRDO laboratory.
The Government of Romania confirmed its intent to procure 32 Lockheed Martin 5th Generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft by signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) through a US government Foreign Military Sale.
Bombardier Defense delivered the first Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft to the United States Army in support of the High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) programme.
Boeing will build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers under a Lot 11 contract award from the US Air Force valued at $2.38 billion.
Pilatus announced the successful conclusion of a major contract with KF Aerospace as part of its collaboration with SkyAlyne for the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) “Future Aircrew Training” (FAcT) programme.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), has completed its final qualification test for its new 200-horsepower heavy fuel engine at its El Mirage, California, flight facility.
AutoFlight, a leading innovator in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology, has marked a significant milestone with its first successful flight in Japan.
Electra has completed another military flight demonstration of its hybrid-electric prototype aircraft.
The Swiss-Made PC-12 was last year’s most frequently flown business aircraft in the USA. Specifically, 3,16,328 takeoffs by the “World’s Greatest Single” were recorded between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8 percent of all departures.
Pilatus is committed to sustainability – as demonstrated by the use of environmentally friendly materials in the cabin interior of the PC-24, including natural oils instead of synthetic varnishes.
Together with other members of the management representing the Pilatus Team, Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus, accepted an award for notable achievement in aviation at the “Living Legends of Aviation Europe Awards”.
Embraer has finalised the implementation of the ONEChain Program, an initiative to support the Company growth’s strategy that leverages digital transformation to help improve the management of its supply chain.
Embraer and PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Indonesia’s leading aerospace company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at growing collaboration in commercial aviation.
With a strong air cargo market exceeding pre-pandemic levels, Boeing forecasts continued long-term growth, saying air cargo traffic will increase by an average of four per cent per year through 2043.
With over five decades of service in India, Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, is set to enhance its connectivity and cater to the evolving needs of Indian guests as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiative.
Bombardier announced the appointment of Caroline Maso as Chief Human Resources Officer; ST Engineering Antycip (Antycip) announced the appointment of Benoit Rolland as its new CEO, effective March 1, 2025.