short-haul flights
Air India Express Plans Major Fleet Expansion with 20-24 New Aircraft in 2025
Oct 28, 2025 11:56 pm CST
Air India Express is set to significantly expand its fleet with 20-24 new aircraft in 2025, according to Managing Director Aloke Singh. The budget carrier is strategically shifting focus to strengthen its domestic network, particularly targeting connections between metros and tier 2/3 cities, while maintaining balance with its international short-haul operations. This expansion reflects the airline's response to India's rapidly growing domestic air travel market.
India and Russia Partner to Manufacture SJ-100 Aircraft: A Milestone for Indian Aviation Industry
Oct 28, 2025 10:45 pm CST
In a historic collaboration, India's Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and Russia's PJSC-UAC have agreed to produce the SJ-100 twin-engine narrow-body passenger aircraft in India. This landmark project marks India's first passenger aircraft manufacturing venture, supporting the UDAN regional connectivity scheme and advancing the country's self-reliance in civil aviation. The initiative is expected to meet India's projected demand for over 200 regional jets in the next decade.