Aviation

Indian airlines likely to face Rs 77 cr additional weekly cost due to Pakistan's airspace closure

With Pakistan closing its airspace to Indian aircraft, a report suggests that the blockade is costing Indian airlines an additional Rs 77 cr on a weekly basis

Pakistan shuts airspace for Indian airlines: Will tickets cost more? How will it affect flyers?

On Thursday, Pakistan announced the closure of its airspace to all Indian-owned planes, as well as those leased or operated by Indian carriers, in response to India’s measures after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. As a result, all west-bound Indian flights departing from northern cities will now have to take longer routes over the Arabian Sea. Ticket prices are also expected to rise

Who was trying to mislead IAF aircraft taking aid to Myanmar?

The Indian Air Force's C-130J Hercules, tasked with delivering aid to Myanmar after the March 2025 earthquake, fell victim to GPS spoofing, raising suspicions about the involvement of foreign actors in the disruption

Boarding passes and check-ins may soon disappear: Is this the future of air travel?

The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) is set to introduce a global digital travel credential within the next two to three years, eliminating the need for traditional check-ins and boarding passes. Passengers will use a mobile-based 'journey pass' and facial recognition to move through airports. Systems will automatically update travel details and erase biometric data within 15 seconds of use

Did Heathrow ignore power outage warnings before the airport shutdown?

Heathrow Airport faced severe disruptions on 21 March after a power substation fire led to a near 24-hour shutdown, impacting over 250,000 passengers. Airlines had warned Heathrow about vulnerabilities in its power supply days before the incident, yet the warnings were allegedly overlooked. Now, questions are being raised about the airport’s preparedness and response to the crisis

Alliance Air flight misses touchdown zone at Shimla airport, major accident averted

All other flights have been cancelled with further decisions pending inspection

Explained: What led to the fire that shut down London’s Heathrow Airport?

Heathrow Airport descended into chaos after it had to be closed due to a fire at a nearby electricity substation on March 20. The blaze knocked out power at Europe's busiest airport, affecting more than 1,300 flights. But why did this happen?

Over 1,300 flights cancelled and counting...: How closure of UK’s Heathrow airport has caused chaos in the skies

London’s Heathrow Airport has been shut down due to a power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation. The closure has affected at least 1,351 flights, impacting over 200,000 passengers. Airlines including British Airways, Qantas, United Airlines and Air India have cancelled or rerouted flights, with major hubs like Frankfurt, Paris and Madrid handling diversions

Vietnam Airlines adds Bengaluru and Hyderabad flights from May 2025

Vietnam Airlines expands India network with new Bengaluru and Hyderabad flights, enhancing connectivity and catering to growing travel demand

Clogged lavatories on Air India flight: Do flyers need toilet training?

A Delhi-bound Air India flight caught the attention worldwide after it was forced to return to Chicago on March 5 owing to the majority of its toilets going out of order mid-air. The airline found polythene bags, rags, and clothes were flushed down and stuck in the plumbing. However, this is not an isolated incident