aviation industry
EVA Air Apologizes After Requesting Sick Leave Documents From Deceased Flight Attendant
Oct 19, 2025 11:34 pm CST
Taiwanese airline EVA Air has issued an apology after requesting sick leave documentation from a flight attendant who had passed away. The 34-year-old attendant, surnamed Sun, died after falling ill during a Milan to Taoyuan flight, sparking outrage on social media and raising concerns about the airline's work culture. The incident has prompted demands for policy reforms from cabin crew unions and highlighted the airline's history of staff overtime violations.
Airbus A320 Surpasses Boeing 737 in All-Time Deliveries for First Time in Aviation History
Oct 15, 2025 02:02 am CST
In a historic shift in commercial aviation, Airbus has officially delivered more A320 aircraft than Boeing has delivered 737s, marking a significant milestone in the decades-long rivalry between the world's two largest aircraft manufacturers. With 12,257 deliveries since 1988, the Airbus A320 has overtaken Boeing's 737 fleet of 12,254 deliveries since 1968, reflecting ongoing challenges at Boeing and Airbus's growing market dominance.
Vikram Rai: GE Aerospace CEO Leading South Asia's Aviation Future at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 10, 2025 03:32 pm CST
Explore the remarkable journey of Vikram Rai, CEO of GE Aerospace South Asia, who will share insights on the future of aviation technology at the NDTV World Summit 2025. With nearly two decades in the aerospace sector and recognition as one of India's top business leaders, Rai continues to drive innovation and secure landmark deals that are transforming the regional aviation landscape.
Air India and Airbus Launch Advanced Pilot Training Facility with Rs 1,000 Crore Investment in Haryana
Oct 01, 2025 12:18 am CST
Air India and Airbus have established a state-of-the-art joint venture training facility in Haryana, featuring 10 full-flight simulators with an investment exceeding Rs 1,000 crore. This facility will train over 5,000 new pilots in the next decade, representing a significant step toward making India's aviation industry self-reliant and supporting Air India's fleet expansion of 570 new aircraft.