Ryanair has revised its passenger forecasts, now aiming for 200 million passengers by 2025, down from its previous target of 210 million by 2026, due to delays in Boeing aircraft deliveries. The airline expects to receive 29 Boeing 737-8200 “Gamechanger”…

Air India, under Tata Group’s management, plans to expand its international routes starting March 2025 to enhance global connectivity amid rising travel demand. The airline will increase flight frequencies on key routes from Delhi, including Delhi-Nairobi (from 3 to 4…

AeroTime has welcomed Ann Cederhall as a columnist, leveraging her expertise in airline distribution strategy. With extensive experience from IATA and her consulting firm LeapShift, she will address the impact of low-cost carriers (LCCs) on traditional airlines. LCCs have transformed…

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink to provide complimentary high-speed internet access for all passengers across its fleet, starting in late 2025. This collaboration aims to enhance the travel experience with reliable internet coverage, even in challenging areas…

Vietjet has partnered with Czech flight school F Air to enhance its pilot training capabilities by implementing a Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) program adhering to European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) standards. This collaboration aims to develop a steady pipeline of…

An elderly couple, Joju Dominic and his wife Jasmine, faced distressing experiences on a Lufthansa flight from Chennai to Vancouver. Despite spending Rs 3.5 lakh on tickets, their journey was plagued by delays, leaks from overhead compartments, and inadequate crew…

Emirates Airlines will resume flights to Beirut and Baghdad starting February 1, 2025, after a four-month suspension due to regional conflicts. With a ceasefire in effect until February 18, 2025, travelers can anticipate daily flights operated with Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.…

Southeast Asia’s aviation market is thriving, driven by a growing middle class and a robust tourism sector. As of January 2025, AirAsia leads with 2.9 million seats, followed closely by Lion Air with 2.8 million. Cebu Pacific Air and Vietnam…

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new airline, recently marked its inaugural flight with a Boeing 787-9, traveling from Riyadh to Istanbul. This flight, primarily for crew training and familiarization, is a key step towards the airline’s launch scheduled for Q3 2025.…

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is resuming direct flights to the UK, following a successful audit by the UK’s Department for Transport aimed at enhancing aviation standards. This marks a significant milestone for PIA, which faced a ban in 2020 due…

In 2024, Malaysia’s aviation industry has seen unprecedented growth, with Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd reporting the arrival of 12 new airlines, 16 route resumptions, and connections to 24 new destinations. Kuala Lumpur International Airport has become a key hub for…

IndiGo Airlines enhanced the Coldplay concert experience in Ahmedabad with a unique in-flight celebration. On a flight from Pune to Ahmedabad, Captain Pradeep Krishnan engaged passengers with humor, creating a lively atmosphere as they headed to the concert. Passengers spontaneously…