Latest from Neelam Mathews

Sees major demand for air travel to bordering Asian countries

Continual delays and technical problems have plagued India's search for a fighter to replace its numerous aging aircraft

Regulator takes action following latest cases of in-flight shutdowns and rejected takeoffs

US Bangla Airways turboprop crash lands at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport

Hopes expansion of code-share arrangement forms basis for deeper ties

The $6.5 million, hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) TriFan 600 is expected to enter service in late 2022/early 2023.

Calls claims of negligence on the part of IndiGo "baseless"

Indian airports are in upgrade mode to cope with congestion.

India is preparing to release regulations for drones operating in its airspace.

Program to encourage young women in India to consider a career in aviation is gathering support.

Fighter deployments to a tense border with China need refueling support.

Government support for regional connectivity could fire growth in the Indian economy.

Country’s telecom regulator clears use of internet, mobile communication aboard aircraft

Defense procurement is moving at leisurely pace in India, causing industry frustration.

Lifts foreign ownership prohibition in an effort to resurrect fortunes of ailing flag carrier

Defense procurement moves at leisurely pace.

Expansion plans include more service into India

Up to 24 S-70B helicopters may now be procured via the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) system.

HAL sees 20-year market for 100 of the 19-seat turboprop

Major proposals intended to give the sector a boost have so far languished.

Pratt identifies fix for combustor lining degradation

Revised location is awaiting the demolition of the India government-owned Centaur Hotel near Runway 29.

According to an RFI, 234 twin-engined machines are required for multiple roles.

Canadian manufacturer sees big potential for narrowbody in capacity-constrained India

Growing pains intensify from continuing infrastructure shortcomings

YA number requirement is “extraneous” and no Western country requires it, according to India’s Business Aircraft Operators Association.

Philippines Telecom's King Air 350 and Leonardo AW139 and Bell 429 helicopters previously used in house will now be offered for charter.

The twin-engine fighter could be a viable alternative to the F-16 and Gripen, whose makers have further defined their Indian partnerships

Airlines, regulators, airports scramble to allay safety concerns

Capacity limits and congestion at Dubai International and proximity to the financial districts of Dubai have triggered a rise in bizav traffic to Sharjah.