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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.

India's Regional Connectivity Scheme aims to improve infrastructure, open underserved areas to airline connectivity.

Pratt & Whitney still struggling to deliver upgraded engines to Indian carrier

Air Force and Naval Aviation chiefs are interested in predictive maintenance.

Responses range from cynicism to enthusiasm

The maritime surveillance system is part of a further planned boost in defense cooperation between the two countries.

Government clears plan to build new complex at Jewar, some 72 miles from Delhi International

The airport aims to become a primary connecting point to Central Asia for cities around the world.

India’s MKU strengthens global business with German

Aequs has acquired key aerospace suppliers in the U.S. and France to extend its reach and grow its opportunties in the industry.

While debts at national carrier mount, ministers consider alternative ownership