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IndiGo Airlines is optimizing flight operations, streamlining maintenance processes, and providing personalized services to passengers by leveraging Red Hat’s AI- integrated solutions. This partnership exemplifies how AI can revolutionize traditional industries, making them more agile and responsive to market demands. To brief more about the collaboration and the benefits, Viju Chakarapany, Vice President & Head of Commercial Sales (APAC/JAPAN/Greater China), Red Hat and Neetan Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer, IndiGo interacted with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World. Here are the excerpts of the discussion: Q: How the collaboration between Red Hat and IndiGo shaped up? Viju Chakarapany: Everything that we looked at, the relationship started about a year ago on the terms of how this would help the business. We spoke about modernizing the application and one of the classic is Skyplus, the application that we have for direct interaction with the customer. How do we make sure that we move it away from legacy technologies into modern technologies, so that changes can be made faster, features can be implemented quickly, scale achieved through the cloud and on-premise whenever required. Because, you don’t know when the scale will come sometimes as some of it is predictable, some of it is not, right?Number of people will come to the site so that the customer experience at the end of the day becomes great. Likewise, opening up the APIs and all that, how will that help the developers, not just within IndiGo to be able to see each other’s APIs and see how we can integrate and make it better and cut off the silos, but also outside, right? Be it a young developer who’s developing something to integrate with IndiGo’s platform. They can do that very easily now, right? How do they do that? So that we can get a lot more open with regards to, you know,Working on newer technologies or newer applications that pretty much uses some of the technology that we have co-created In IndiGo. Automation is extremely exciting because the more you automate, the more time you have to innovate. Q: What is the contribution of Red Hat’s OpenShift and integration solutions to IndiGo’s transformation? Neetan Chopra: There are two-three components of Red Hat that we use. One is to look at application modernization. For example, when you have to modernize your website and app, the digital channels, you need to be able to break them into small components, and then host it within what we call container networks. So, the ability to break up our application into micro services, and run those micro services is one of the components we are using of Red Hat. The other area is once you kind of modernize your app, you need to make sure you are beaming those integration and the API part. So, for this we are using a Red Hat component. Around 160 applications or integration footprints were running on our on-premise application that we had to shift it to the cloud. So, the whole cloud environment, along with Microsoft and Red Hat, that’s another component we are using. From a technology perspective, micro services breaking up into small parts, integration, APIs, and cloud is broadly where we are using reduced software. What is in the works, is this whole, what we call a zero-touch ops or invisible ops, which is the ability to run infrastructure in a software way. So, we are starting to use, one of Red Hat’s programs or kind of products called Ansible Automation Platform. One can now write on Ansible to boot up infrastructure and configure it. So, we are trying to move in that direction as well. Q: What is exactly the role of Open API platform for integration and collaboration? Viju Chakarapany: Open API is extremely important, especially when you don’t want to reinvent the wheel. There are components that have already been done by other players and what not. Let me give you an example, this is nothing to do with IndiGo, right? One of the things that we do in Singapore today is the banks are integrating their login credentials .That’s because they don’t have to reinvent it and do it by themselves. They can just be dependent on someone who’s already done it, who is the authority on making sure that it’s the right person and the right login, and you are getting the right information from that person so that they can do what they need to do in terms of logging them into secure systems, getting an account set up very quickly without needing to ask all this information, because that’s all going to be coming from a so-called third party. So this way of integrating information so that you don’t have to reinvent the wheel is extremely important. That’s why APIs became so big.Everybody was just starting to use, just do components so that you can integrate together with each one of them. I think similarly in Indigo’s case was the same. One is internal focused, whereby you don’t have to reinvent the wheel in terms of understanding what exactly is in there. The information goes in and it comes out. You don’t have to know what’s inside there. That’s pretty much using the API, and that makes it faster for developers, a lot quicker for them to implement their solutions. It also helps external organizations who are trying to collaborate with IndiGo. If you go today and you look at any of the airline’s websites, you’ll see that it’s kind of integrated pretty well. The integration behind happens because they’ve got open APIs, they’re exchanging that. And that’s how this whole logic, how do we make this a lot quicker open up. And that’s the logic behind open APIs, right Neetan Chopra: I think one is from a customer perspective, it’s a bit of a technology which is hidden below the wraps, but what does it deliver? I think it delivers speed of response. New features, new innovations, new developments,

ARLINGTON, Va., July 31, 2024: Boeing has announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert K. “Kelly” Ortberg as the company’s new president and chief executive officer, effective August 8, 2024. Ortberg will also serve on Boeing’s Board of Directors. He will succeed Dave Calhoun, who earlier this year announced his intention to retire from the company, having served as president and CEO since January 2020, and as a member of Boeing’s Board of Directors since 2009. “The Board conducted a thorough and extensive search process over the last several months to select the next CEO of Boeing and Kelly has the right skills and experience to lead Boeing in its next chapter,” said Steven Mollenkopf, Chair of the Board. “Kelly is an experienced leader who is deeply respected in the aerospace industry, with a well-earned reputation for building strong teams and running complex engineering and manufacturing companies. We look forward to working with him as he leads Boeing through this consequential period in its long history.” “The Board would also like to thank Dave Calhoun for his strong leadership at Boeing, first as Chair and then as CEO, when he stepped in to steer the company through the challenges of recent years,” added Mollenkopf. “I’m extremely honored and humbled to join this iconic company,” said Ortberg. “Boeing has a tremendous and rich history as a leader and pioneer in our industry, and I’m committed to working together with the more than 170,000 dedicated employees of the company to continue that tradition, with safety and quality at the forefront. There is much work to be done, and I’m looking forward to getting started.” Ortberg, 64, brings over 35 years of aerospace leadership to this position. He began his career in 1983 as an engineer at Texas Instruments, and then joined Rockwell Collins in 1987 as a program manager and held increasingly important leadership positions at the company prior to becoming its president and CEO in 2013. After five years leading Rockwell Collins, he steered the company’s integration with United Technologies and RTX until his retirement from RTX in 2021. He has held a number of important leadership posts in industry, including serving on the Board of Directors of RTX. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors of Aptiv PLC, a global technology company and an industry leader in vehicle systems architecture. He is the former Chair of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) Board of Governors. Ortberg holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Iowa.

Tata Technologies envisions a future where we are a dominant force in aerospace engineering and the partner of choice for our customers… The aerospace industry is undergoing transformative changes driven by technological advancements and increasing demand for more efficient and sustainable solutions. Tata Technologies is at the forefront of this evolution, leveraging its engineering expertise and innovative approach to redefine the future of aerospace. In an exclusive interview,Aloke Palsikar, Executive Vice President & Global Head – Aerospace and IHM, Tata Technologies shares insight on various initiatives with Vishal Kashyap, Managing Editor, Aviation World. Excerpts: Q: With projections of rapid growth, what opportunities does Tata Technologies see in the aerospace sector? A: At Tata Technologies, we anticipate substantial growth in our Aerospace business in the coming years. Our vision for the future aligns with the dynamic needs of the aerospace sector, presenting several key opportunities to drive this growth. We are actively engaged with Aerospace OEMs to enhance throughput within assembly plants by leveraging advanced technology and systems, including increased use of robotics for maximum efficiency. Additionally, we are optimizing supply chain processes to ensure a smooth flow of materials and components, reducing delays that hinder production. By driving greater digitalization across the aerospace value chain, we facilitate faster and better information flow, enabling higher output and improved operational efficiency. Furthermore, in response to the growing demand for cargo transport, we see significant opportunities in converting older passenger aircraft into freighter versions, providing a cost-effective solution for airlines. As more aircraft enter the market, the need for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services becomes critical. With our extensive experience, we see strong opportunities in both digitalization and engineering support to optimize MRO operations. Additionally, recent challenges within the aerospace industry have heightened the focus on regulatory compliance, and we are well-positioned to support our customers with their compliance and certification needs. Our proactive approach to leveraging technology, optimizing operations, and driving innovation positions us to capitalize on the vast opportunities in the aerospace sector. By partnering with our customers and understanding their unique challenges, we aim to deliver solutions that not only meet but exceed their expectations, shaping the future of aerospace and ensuring safer, more efficient, and more sustainable air travel for everyone. Q: What are the key insights on emerging trends in the aerospace industry? A: The aerospace industry has seen significant changes and emerging trends in the post-COVID world. One of the key trends is the increase in passenger air traffic, which has surged as global travel restrictions have eased. However, the supply of new aircraft remains a challenge, making it a top priority to enhance current production capacities. To meet environmental goals, there is a growing emphasis on the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to lower emissions and reduce the carbon footprint of air travel. Additionally, the industry is witnessing a rise in the experimentation of alternate propulsion systems, such as electric and hydrogen-powered engines. Numerous startups are collaborating with established companies to design and test these innovative propulsion technologies. Furthermore, there is a strong focus on the light weighting of major aircraft components to boost fuel efficiency. Urban mobility is also evolving with new ideas like electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft being explored for mass commute purposes. Startups and major OEMs are investing in the development of fully autonomous flights and hypersonic commercial planes, which promise to significantly reduce travel costs and time. These trends highlight the industry’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in response to the changing landscape and demands of global aviation. Q: What steps are being initiated towards sustainability in aerospace? A: The aerospace industry, along with its Tier 1 partners, is actively engaged in a range of sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact. One major focus is on alternative fuels. The industry is exploring the use of biofuels, hydrogen, and electricity to significantly cut carbon emissions. These efforts include ongoing research and development to make these fuels viable for commercial aviation. Efficient aircraft design is another critical area. Aerospace companies, including OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, are designing more efficient aircraft with improved aerodynamics, lighter materials, and more efficient engines. An example of this is the A320neo, which showcases collaborative design efforts to create a more fuel-efficient product. The entire industry is also adopting sustainable practices in their operations, such as recycling, waste reduction, and energy conservation, to further minimize their environmental footprint. Additionally, carbon offsetting has become a significant focus, with not only aerospace majors but also airlines taking action. Airlines are increasingly partnering with domestic rail and other transport services to offer seamless end-to-end connectivity with a lower carbon footprint. An example is Lufthansa’s Rail & Fly program with Deutsche Bahn, which provides seamless connectivity between long-haul flights and trains for last-mile travel. These initiatives reflect the industry’s comprehensive approach to sustainability, encompassing innovative technologies, efficient designs, and collaborative efforts to reduce environmental impact. Q: How do you plan to address future challenges and opportunities? A: Given the high growth potential in the aerospace sector, Tata Technologies is strategically preparing to address future challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities through several key initiatives. One of our primary strategies is building scale and capacity to effectively deliver on key accounts. We are leveraging our global talent pool across the US, Europe, and India to ensure we have a skilled workforce ready to meet the demands of this dynamic industry. To address the complexity and high-end nature of future work, we are focused on constant training and skill-building. Creating a robust supply chain of skilled workforce is crucial, and we are investing heavily in upskilling and continuous education to prepare our team for the challenges ahead. Additionally, we are enhancing our offerings portfolio by investing in ready-to-implement solutions in critical areas such as Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), sustainability, and alternate propulsion systems. This proactive approach ensures that we can provide cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Furthermore, we are expanding our