AIR INDIA DEAL WITH BOEING

Boeing is keen to resume negotiations after 30,000 workers went on strike, impacting production and finances. The strike, involving International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers members, threatens Boeing's ability to meet targets for...

Thousands of Boeing workers have gone on strike after rejecting the company's contract offer, marking the first strike in 16 years. This disruption could affect airplane production and deliveries, impacting Indian airlines like Akasa Air, Air India ...

Boeing's West Coast factory workers are set to vote on a new contract and potential strike amid production delays and mounting debt. The proposed deal includes a wage increase, signing bonus, and a pledge to build Boeing's next jet in Seattle. Worke...

Air India Express plans to remove business class seats from its aircraft by 2025 as it completes its merger with AIX Connect. The airline currently operates a fleet of 85 planes, expected to grow to around 100 by year-end. This change aligns with th...

Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers have reached a tentative labor contract, but many workers are dissatisfied with the proposed wage hikes and pension terms. The deal includes a 25% wage increase over four y...

Air India has introduced its new Airbus A350-900 on the Delhi-London Heathrow route, operational twice daily. This move is part of the airline's 'new Air India' initiative to enhance passenger experience. Replacing Boeing 777-300ER and 787-8 Dreamli...

Boeing aims to develop India as a research, development, and supply chain center to rejuvenate its business. The company is looking for local partnerships, increased sourcing, and expanded maintenance and training capabilities. A recent investment i...

An Air India flight with 354 people on board from Mumbai to London returned after the pilot reported a cabin pressurization issue. Departing at 8.36 am, the flight landed safely at 11.30 am. Air India stated that alternative arrangements have been m...

Boeing announced on Friday that it has secured a $2.56 billion contract from the United States Air Force for two rapid prototype E-7A AEW&C Wedgetail aircraft. This contract encompasses lifecycle development, training, and support for the U.S. E-7A ...

Honeywell announced a long-term deal with Air India to maintain Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) in its aircraft fleet. This collaboration will help reduce maintenance costs and improve fleet availability. Honeywell emphasized their commitment to suppor...

The USD 3.1 billion drone deal between India and the US includes consultancy for developing an indigenous advanced unmanned aerial vehicle. 31 MQ-9B Predator drones will be distributed among the Navy, Air Force, and Army. The American offer for cons...

Air India will operate Airbus A350 on ultra-long haul routes to the US, starting with Delhi-New York flight from November 1. Premium economy class to be introduced along with business and economy classes. CEO Campbell Wilson highlights the importanc...

Air India experienced an emergency landing of a flight from Delhi to San Francisco in Russia due to a detected issue in the cargo hold. This incident marks the second emergency landing on this route in just over a year. The Boeing 777 aircraft, carr...

"AI183 of 18 July 2024 operating Delhi to San Francisco had made a precautionary landing at Krasnoyarsk International Airport (KJA) in Russia at around midnight local time. Air India's local support was activated to assist passengers, who were requi...

The defence ministry is in the process of negotiating a lower acquisition price for Rafale M fighter jets. These jets have been selected to fulfill the Indian Navy's requirement for aircraft carrier-borne combat aircraft.

Boeing will plead guilty to criminal fraud conspiracy, linked to two fatal 737 MAX crashes. This resolves a U.S. DOJ investigation but complicates Boeing’s crisis recovery. The plea includes a $487.2 million penalty and a three-year probation. Boein...

Air India will deploy Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the Delhi-London Heathrow route from September 1, operating two daily flights. The new aircraft will replace Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on 14 of 17 weekly flights, adding 336 seats ...

Air India Express has moved its headquarters to the Vatika One-on-One complex in Gurugram, now sharing the campus with Air India's main office. The new facility emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and a future-ready approach, featuring "The Patte...

After the takeover by the Tata Group in 2022, loss-making Air India has been making efforts for improvement and has embarked on a five-year transformation plan.