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Alitalia re-launches direct flights to India

Alitalia re-launches direct flights to India

November 2, 2017

Alitalia, the flag-carrier of Italy has re-started direct flights to India after a nine-year absence to connect the national capital to the Italian capital.

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Operations commence for new airport in Shirdi

Operations commence for new airport in Shirdi

October 3, 2017

The temple town of Shirdi has got its first airport but basic transport facilities like bus services are still missing.

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SpiceJet to introduce Boeing 737 Max planes by 2018

SpiceJet to introduce Boeing 737 Max planes by 201...

June 30, 2017

SpiceJet signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the Paris Air Show, 2017 for 40 Boeing 737 MAX planes with a full-proof plan to increase its footprint in the booming aviation market. The low-cost Indian carrier announced its plan to induct the Boeing MAX planes by mid-...

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Bengaluru Airport achieves another milestone in its sustainability journey

Bengaluru Airport achieves another milestone in it...

April 26, 2017

Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru is recognised by the Airports Council International for its effort to manage and reduce carbon emissions, creating a path for sustainable development.

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Etihad Airways, Jet Airways sign tourism agreement with Maharashtra Government

Etihad Airways, Jet Airways sign tourism agreement...

April 25, 2017

To promote tourism, Etihad Airways and its strategic partner Jet Airways have signed an agreement with the Government of Maharashtra. For the first time an Indian state has signed a tourism collaboration agreement with the airline sector.

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India becomes fourth largest aviation market in the world

India becomes fourth largest aviation market in th...

April 21, 2017

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its first 20-year passenger growth forecast, projecting that passenger numbers are expected to reach 7.3 billion by 2034. IATA also unveiled the air traffic ranking where India has gained the fourth position.

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IndiGo continues to enhance its connectivity

IndiGo continues to enhance its connectivity

April 18, 2017

With an aim to strengthen its network, IndiGo announced its two new destinations – Doha and Mangalore. Adding new destinations to its route, IndiGo aims to extend its hassle-free service to new and existing customers.

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India among the fastest growing Aviation markets globally: AAI

India among the fastest growing Aviation markets g...

January 18, 2017

India is growing, and it’s growing fast. India is currently one of the five fastest growing aviation markets in the world. India ranks 9th in the global aviation market and aims to become the third largest by 2020 and the largest by 2030.

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India to benefit as global airline industry gears up for a stronger 2017

India to benefit as global airline industry gears ...

December 20, 2016

While the global airline industry is poised to witness the all-time highest absolute profit in 2016, India with its new civil aviation policies emerges to be a wealth of opportunities over the next year.

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Ministry of Civil Aviation proposes biometric screening at airports

Ministry of Civil Aviation proposes biometric scre...

December 17, 2016

The thumbprint might soon be all one needs as formal documentation to enter Indian airports and board domestic flights. The aviation ministry is planning to introduce biometric screening at airports to help passengers enter just by flashing their thumbs, instead of presenting ide...

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