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IndiaOne Air has commenced operations from Kolkata, India to connect Jamshedpur and Bhubhaneshwar via two domestic routes. It is a regional airline based in the western Indian state of Gujarat. However, its operations are focused on the eastern part of the country. The primary objective of the airline is to cater to Tier II and […]

It has been almost two and a half years since the Covid-19 pandemic devastated the air transport industry, forcing airlines to slash their schedules and inducing governments to introduce strict restrictions on passengers’ mobility. While some countries started to progressively relax restrictions months ago, some governments have decided to take a more prudent approach keeping […]

United Airlines recently announced a leadership reshuffle that appears to play to the strengths of several key leadership personnel. This comes at a time when the industry is dealing with significant challenges due to a sudden return to travel that many airlines were unprepared for. United has done a relatively good job compared to its […]

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines completed the repayment of the last part of the loan it had agreed with the Dutch State and private banks in 2020. With the repayment of 277 million euros, the Netherlands’ largest airline finally returned the amount received as part of the aid package to cope with the complications unleashed by […]

Aeromexico recently confirmed it would not operate from Mexico City’s brand-new Felipe Ángeles International Airport, after much speculation whether the Mexican flag carrier would operate from the capital’s newest airport once it opens in early 2022. The airline advised its decision was firm and that it would instead focus its efforts on financial restructuring. The […]

Indonesian national carrier Garuda Indonesia may be forced into bankruptcy as it faces growing debts after months of financial difficulties due to the impact of Covid-19. The Indonesian government in response has prepared Pelita Air Service, a subsidiary of Indonesia’s Pertamina, a state-owned oil giant, to take over domestic flights within Indonesia if Garuda Indonesia […]

The government is reportedly preparing Pelita Air Service to replace the state-owned airline Garuda Indonesia. Garuda Indonesia is facing the threat of failing to restructure after incurring debt whose value is said to have exceeded Rp 70 trillion. PT Pelita Air Service (PAS), an airline owned by PT Pertamina (Persero) is planned to serve scheduled […]

Japan Airlines has announced temporary changes to its domestic network in response to the Japanese government’s efforts to contain COVID-19 in the country. Japan Airlines Group, the airline’s parent company, is expecting a slight decline in travel demand next month in response to the rising number of Covid-19 cases reported in Japan, and it will […]

The aviation industry continues its pursuit towards addressing air pollution and minimizing the carbon footprint, in a time when businesses and enterprises are being urged to formulate energy-efficient and sustainable initiatives to address climate change. Major airlines and aircraft manufacturers proposed commitments and projects, which specific agencies within national governments provide research and contributions. The […]

As the coronavirus pandemic is reshaping the commercial aviation industry, airlines are taking all measures necessary to weather the storm and survive this unprecedented crisis. During difficult times like these, more than ever cash is king, so all carriers have launched a series of initiatives to improve their cash position and resist for as long […]