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    KLM E&M & Akasa Air signs two contracts to support component and APU services

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    Akasa Air signs two contracts with AFI KLM E&M through its wholly owned subsidiary EPCOR, for both component and APU services in order to support their ongoing operation development. Mumbai, 25th January 2023: Akasa Air has enlisted the support of AFI KLM E&M for component services as well as dedicated APU solutions from its subsidiary EPCOR. The Group MRO will supply the airline with an adaptive package of flight-hour solutions including repair services, access to a spare parts pool, provision of a Main Base Kit (MBK) and dedicated logistical support. The agreement covers an extensive range of components, including the Line Replaceable Units (LRU) for the engines as well as the APUs fitted on Akasa Air’s fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8s. On the APU side, the services delivered by EPCOR, AFI KLM E&M’s center of excellence for APU maintenance, will cover the repair and maintenance of GTCP131-9B APUs (fitted on the 737 MAX), the provision of replacement units, Health Monitoring/Fleet Management assistance using the PROGNOS® for APU platform, and engineering-as-a-service. The AFI KLM E&M Group worked closely alongside Akasa Air in the lead-up to the operational launch phase, listening to the needs and challenges faced by the airline and adapting their commercial service packages to fit these requirements. AFI KLM E&M has capitalized upon its expertise in the 737 product and its Airline-MRO profile, pro-actively suggesting ways to reduce costs and develop a competitive, adapted offering aimed at optimizing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and achieving a high level of operational reliability.EPCOR has amassed extensive experience and expertise on the Honeywell GTCP131-9B APU, with over 470 shop visits for 59 customers around the world under its belt. Ton Dortmans, EVP KLM Engineering & Maintenance, stated, “We’re fully committed to supporting their ambitions and development by providing the best available solutions in component support, drawing upon our extensive expertise with the 737/737 MAX product.” Commenting on the occasion, Neelu Khatri, Co-Founder and SVP – Head of Operations at Akasa Air said, “We are delighted to enable AFI KLM E&M’s group to further expand its leading position into the Indian market through this partnership.

    Defence

    HENSOLDT and 21strategies collaborate on NG AI for defence systems

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    Taufkirchen, 25 January 2023: Defence industry tech player meets “third wave” AI specialists: With sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT and AI company 21strategies, two of Europe’s leading innovators in their industries agree on a strategic collaboration. The aim is to jointly drive the development of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) for defence systems. To this end, HENSOLDT is participating in 21strategies’ financing round, which will give the cooperation a strong foundation. Artificial intelligence is crucial to the performance of many HENSOLDT products. The agreed partnership will take HENSOLDT’s AI competencies to a new level. Because with new AI approaches of the so-called Third Wave, such as cognitive AI, decisions in combat situations and the reaction to unknown threats can be decisively accelerated. In addition, interesting synergies result from the combination with HENSOLDT’s existing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) competencies, which will further increase the performance of AI in the future. “As a technology company in the defence industry, we have special requirements for AI,” says Celia Pelaz, Board Member and Chief Strategy Officer at HENSOLDT. “In order to optimally enable highly complex defence systems, we need to master artificial intelligence in its entire range. To this end, we develop many AI competencies in-house and supplement them in a very targeted manner by working with specialised partners such as 21strategies. As a strategic investor, we are able to provide the company with significant support in the defence sector and benefit from the targeted and rapid further development of the technology. Because we at HENSOLDT are convinced: The defence systems of tomorrow will be created at the interface of artificial intelligence with the deep knowledge of the application scenarios of our customers. The minority shareholding in 21strategies is the first of its kind at HENSOLDT. This is right in line with our policy of working with young and dynamic high-tech companies with strong cooperation potential.” 21strategies trains next-generation AI for optimal decision-making at machine speed, enabling users to make and implement tactical decisions quickly and efficiently in complex and uncertain situations. The two companies are already working closely together on the GhostPlay project for the German Armed Forces Digitisation and Technology Research Centre (DTEC.Bw). GhostPlay creates a high-performance, synthetic simulation environment (= Ghost) in order to develop decision-making procedures taking into account different parameters (= Play) by means of AI and in interaction with opponents who have different performance profiles. As a sensor solutions provider and expert in defence systems for all branches of the armed forces, HENSOLDT is in a special market position, generating large amounts of data that play a crucial role in customers’ situational awareness and defence capabilities. The technological approach of 21strategies complements HENSOLDT’s AI competencies and strengthens its performance profile in the areas of sensor management and cognitive electronic warfare. This includes, among other things, the development of multistatic and distributed sensor technology. “Already working for military research labs in the past, the 21strategies team had proliferated third-wave AI for currency and commodity hedging – these days, as you can see, more than ever a national security and preparedness issue. Through the successful cooperation with one of the most innovative representatives of the defence industry, we are once again making our AI tech stack available for defence as well. In doing so, it is of great concern to us to offer AI systems that meet our clients’ requirements for the legal and ethical compliance of AI. HENSOLDT will therefore also benefit greatly from our expertise with value-based engineering,” says Yvonne Hofstetter, CEO and Co-Founder of 21strategies.

    Tourism

    The Future of Travel: How OTAs Are Revolutionizing Customer Engagement

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    By Harminder Singh Ari In a world marred with boring content, customer engagement becomes the edge that the world’s leading travel and hospitality brands need. When done correctly, customer engagement enables businesses to gain a competitive advantage by fostering brand loyalty and awareness through personalized customer interactions and aids in prioritizing and extending relationships with customers between flights, stays, and experiences. New technologies have increased competition among tourism providers, emphasizing the importance of personalization. Hence, customer engagement strategies for tourism companies play a critical role in significantly growing a brand’s net sales and profit margin growth by providing both direct and indirect benefits. Why is customer engagement important? • It boosts sales funnel velocity and revenue • It fetches customer feedback and insights • And it helps sustain customer interest. Here are some strategies that Online Travel Aggregators (OTAs) can implement to build consistent customer journeys across touchpoints: 1. Leveraging Data Intelligence With Customer Data Platform (CDP): With every customer’s unique interaction with the platform comes the need for a 360-degree view of their attributes, behavior, and patterns to customize a user roadmap. A CDP helps travel companies unify & protect customer data and establish relevant insights to provide customers with a hyper-personalized omnichannel experience. 2. Personalization As A Key Tool For Customer Engagement: Personalization is no longer optional, and that’s the truth. The more brands personalize their content and communication and give them a holistic experience on their platform, the more likely are users to remain loyal and not churn. Moreover, personalization brings in a sizable increase in sales, ROI, and user engagement. Personalization & recommendation across channels and user segments ensure increasing user engagement. 3. Omnichannel Marketing: Companies must shift their focus from a channel-centric to a customer-centric approach to remain competitive in the travel industry. Omnichannel marketing is a great tool to enhance customer engagement and retention by creating a cohesive campaign that reaches customers across multiple touchpoints. 4. Breaking Data Silos: An organization’s silos must be broken down to think beyond channels. Data isolation makes it difficult for businesses to determine the extent of a particular team’s impact on CX activities. 5. Increasing Retention: When you pay attention to increasing user retention in your business, you invariably drive sales, increase conversions, and boost business. You decrease your CAC, nurture leads and users better, and incentivize users to remain loyal to your platform. It’s a well-known fact that the cost of acquiring new customers is often much higher than retaining existing ones. This is why investing in retention efforts can significantly impact a company’s bottom line. A user spending twice on your platform will always be more important than spending once and leaving. Needless to say, customer engagement is at the forefront of campaigns, companies, and currency (sales). Customer engagement is more important than ever in today’s fast-paced and constantly evolving business landscape. Companies that neglect to engage with their customers risk losing them to competitors who prioritize this vital aspect of business. To ensure they are meeting the needs and expectations of their customers, companies must first determine the actual cost of ignoring engagement. A great place to start is by evaluating where they stand in comparison to industry benchmarks in a post-pandemic world. By doing so, companies can gain valuable insight into where to improve to stay competitive. (The writer is Vice President – India Sales at WebEngage. Views expressed are personal)

    Airports, Recent News

    CSMIA installs 2D Barcode readers to expedite passenger movement

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    Mumbai, 24th January 2023: In order to enhance the Passenger experience and provide hassle-free travel at Mumbai Airport, CSMIA has installed 2D Barcode readers at the entry gates of Terminals 1 & 2. Starting 26th January 2023, CISF officers manning CSMIA’s Terminal entry gates will scan the barcodes of the ticket or boarding pass instead of manually checking the flight tickets. CSMIA implemented the 2D barcode readers to expedite entry into the terminal, while improving customer satisfaction. CSMIA handles over 900+ flight movements per day with approx passenger movements of 150,000 per day. This new addition is not only a security enhancement but also an efficiency improvement measure, both of which are critical for an airport which handles approximately 48 million passengers annually.

    Defence

    RM reviews Aero India 2023 preparations during apex committee meeting

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    New Delhi, 24th Jan 2023: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh reviewed the preparations of the forthcoming 14th edition of Aero India during the apex committee meeting held in New Delhi on January 24, 2023. He was given a detailed account of the arrangements, which will be held in Bengaluru between February 13-17, 2023.Rajnath Singh exhorted all the stakeholders to ensure fool-proof arrangements for the participants. He said, Aero India 2023 will not just be an event, but a display of the growing prowess of the defence & aerospace sector and the rise of a strong & self-reliant ‘New India’. The five-day event, on the theme ‘The runway to a billion opportunities’, will be the largest-ever aero show organised at Air Force Station, Yelahanka in a total area of around 35,000 sqm. As on date, 731 exhibitors have registered for the event. Defence Ministers’ Conclave, with the theme ‘Shared Prosperity Through Enhanced Engagement in Defence (SPEED)’, and a CEOs Roundtable are among the marquee events. The Manthan start-up event and Bandhan ceremony, which witnesses signing of MoUs, will also be part of the event, along with a fabulous air show on all the five days. It will showcase the paradigm shift the Government has brought in the aim of organising such events, that also include DefExpo. The events have been restructured with focus on increasing defence exports and forging partnerships rather than merely import of weapons/equipment. The RM pointed out that the Indian defence industry is going through a transformational phase and the active participation of the private sector is the biggest catalyst to that change. “Not just the private sector, but R&D establishments and academia are also working together with the Government. Aero India is a medium to provide a platform to all the stakeholders to jointly strengthen the defence & aerospace sector and contribute to Nation Building,” he added. RM emphasised that while Aero India is a business event, it also aims to strengthen India’s relations with other countries. He also underlined the importance of these events for the business ecosystem of the states in which they are organised as well as available opportunities. The RM commended Bengaluru for successfully organising several editions of AeroIndia, saying that the event is shaping Karnataka as an epicenter of aviation and aerospace industry. He described Karnataka as one of the leading states which contributes to the economic growth of the country. “The state is known for its skilled manpower and robust defence manufacturing ecosystem. It is a preferred center for manufacturing and R&D activities for domestic & multinational defence and aviation companies,” he said. Shri Rajnath Singh noted the excellent coordination among the officials of MoD and the Karnataka Government to make the event a grand success. Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and state government officials joined the meeting through video conferencing, while Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande, Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane and other senior officials of Ministry of Defence attended the meeting physically.

    RCS

    Gujsail Gives Impetus on Medical Emergency Services in Gujarat

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    In the medical term “Golden Hour” is a crucial time as it decides the life of any critical patient. To ensure timely transfer of any such patient the state nodal agency for aviation’ GUJSAIL’ started medical Emergency Services through its air ambulance in Gujarat in March 2022 which has proved to be life savior for many citizens at a very affordable cost. The Government of Gujarat has always been a beacon in leading the way for path breaking concepts in India and showing the way for others to follow. Such leadership also comes with a strong sense of responsibility, ownership and accountability. The state operated air ambulance is the first and only one of its kind in India in service as of today. Under the leadership of the 17th Chief Minister of the state of Gujarat Shri Bhupendra Bhai Patel, this project was inaugurated in March 2022 as a service to the residents of Gujarat as a subsidised service to save lives and bring state of the art medical services to those who otherwise could not have afforded such treatment. The advancement of medical care and technology, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, has now brought high-technology driven medical care in centers of excellence and super specialty which are largely in metros, which meant that patients in smaller towns and cities had to either endure long and uncomfortable journeys to such specialised care centers which also included the danger of interim medical care during transportation. The Civil Aviation Department, Government of Gujarat launched services of Air Ambulance for the residents of Gujarat, in March 2022, by using the state owned Beechcraft Super King Air B200 aircraft for patients who would need expedited transfer across the state for medical care. This was based on the ‘Golden Hour’ philosophy that if treatment can be provided in the first 24 hours after a traumatic incident or injury the chances of survival for a patient increase significantly. This involved retro-fitting the 23 year old aircraft with full ICU capabilities on-board in addition to bringing an ICU/ER experienced Medical Services Team to mobilise patients with severe distress to be moved. The Civil Aviation Department launched services when the first patient was shifted from Rajkot to Chennai, with Paraquat poisoning. Unfortunately, the patient had mistakenly consumed the pesticide for which there is no known antidote and had to be moved to MGM Hospital in Chennai for higher-care and course of treatment. Similarly since then the air ambulance has provided relief and succor, on several occasions, to those who need it. One such incident was on the day of Diwali where a patient had to be moved urgently to Chennai, keeping aside personal priorities, the pilots and the medical crews were immediately deployed and the flight was operated to save a life. Such dedication and answer to the call of duty to go above and beyond from both the pilots and the medical crew demonstrated the seriousness and high professional standards that are in place for such critical requirements. Another critical role the air ambulance plays today is in the area of organ transplant. Organs such as heart and lung are time bound and have to be transferred within a defined time in order for the sacrifice made by the donor to be successful. One such example was when the team operated for a patient who was admitted for a heart transplant at CIMS Hospital in Ahmedabad and the donor was in Surat and retrieved the organ and transferred to the destination and the transplant was completed in less than 3 hours from the retrieval well within the limit for such an operation. In the past 9-months, the Civil Aviation Department operated Air Ambulance has done over 6 organ transplants providing critical transfers in a time bound manner. As per information available to us, this is possibly the highest number of organ transfers in the country done by an Air Ambulance again showcasing the excellence and high standards of professionalism in the Department. About GUJSAIL Gujarat State Aviation Infrastructure Company Limited (GUJSAIL) is the nodal agency for development of aviation and related infrastructure in the state of Gujarat. GUJSAIL is a public sector company set up by the Government of Gujarat (GoG) with a view to building infrastructure and providing trained human resources for the fast growing civil aviation sector in Gujarat. The Director-Civil Aviation & Accountable Manager of GUJSAIL is Sqn. Ldr. (Capt.) Ajay Chauhan (ADC), a decorated helicopter pilot who has served in the Indian Air Force flying highly technical and complex missions of national importance.

    Civil Aviation

    Vikram Dev Dutt appointed as DGCA director general

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    22nd January 2023, New Delhi: Senior IAS officer Vikram Dev Dutt has been appointed as the next chief of aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the appointment. He will take over as the head of the aviation regulator on February 28, upon the superannuation of incumbent DGCA chief Arun Kumar. Dutt, an IAS officer of 1993 batch of AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram and Union Territory) cadre, is presently serving as the chairman and managing director of Air India Asset Holding Ltd (AIAHL).

    Recent News

    Embraer’s Phenom 300MED Receives FAA and EASA Certification

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    Melbourne, FL., January 19th, 2023: The Phenom 300MED, has received the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The Phenom 300MED is a unique Medevac solution for the Phenom 300 series aircraft, the world’s best-selling light jet, for ten consecutive years. The STC was performed at Embraer’s Service Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and will be operated by the launch customer, on-demand charter operator Grandview Aviation. “We are pleased to announce the certification of the Phenom 300MED by the FAA and EASA,” said Marsha Woelber, Vice-President of Worldwide Executive Jets Customer Support & Aftermarket Sales, Embraer Service & Support. “The Medevac solution provides superior value, benefiting from a market-leading product such as the Phenom 300 series, combining its unique capabilities with a fully-comprehensive medical solution.” The Phenom 300MED aeromedical interior was specified by Embraer and developed and certified by engineering services provider umlaut, part of Accenture, utilizing Aerolite equipment. Aerolite developed the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) specifically for the Phenom 300MED. As per the certification requirements, umlaut conducted an evacuation test to confirm two fully disabled patients could be evacuated. The Medevac solution, which is available for new and in-service aircraft, is exclusively installed by Embraer’s top-ranked Services & Support organization, ensuring the highest quality, reliability, and service experience direct from the manufacturer. The Phenom 300MED benefits from the platform’s heritage of best-in-class cabin pressurization, low operating costs, high mission flexibility, state-of-the-art avionics, plus its speed and range capabilities. With a best-in-class cabin altitude of 6,600 feet, passengers and crew enjoy more oxygen in the cabin. This feature equates to a healthier flight experience, which is essential for medical staff and patient care. Embraer and umlaut developed a comprehensive set of configuration alternatives for the Phenom 300MED. These configuration alternatives include either one or two stretchers, the ability to carry an incubator, and additional medical equipment. The aircraft also features hospital-grade trim and finishing. As a purpose-built Medevac solution, created in collaboration with the leading companies in the industry, the Phenom 300MED is designed to be quickly and easily configured to meet the various needs of both healthcare providers and patients. The aircraft is also designed with agility in mind, able to convert between an executive and a Medevac interior in as little as 5 hours. The aircraft is further distinguished by the integration of Aerolite medical equipment. Aerolite is a leader in the design, engineering, production, and installation of Air Medical interiors. With over 500 Medevac interiors delivered, the company offers the ideal blend of equipment for the mission.

    Tourism

    G-20 presidency: Indian Tourism Sector to Contribute USD 56bn forex to GDP and Generate 140 Mn Jobs

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    New Delhi, 19th Jan 2023: Under the aegis of India’s G20 Presidency, the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India shall be organizing the country’s first Global Tourism Summit in New Delhi from 10-12 April 2023, where all G-20 member countries will be invited to participate. CII is the Industry Partner for this event. In a roadshow held ahead of the summit at St Regis Hotel, Mumbai, the Tourism Ministry officials from various Western Region States emphasized how G20 will be the Union Tourism Ministry’s main area in 2023 to establish the country as a key tourism destination during its year-long leadership. Global perspective was given by various Consulates. Mr Prashant Ranjan, Director, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India shared that at the Global Tourism Investor’s Summit, India will be showcasing opportunities for investment and trade in various segments of tourism such as theme parks, adventure tourism, and wellness tourism. The Government of India has a vision of USD 56 Billion forex, creating around 140 million jobs in tourism by 2030 through inclusive growth and are particularly focusing on cruise tourism, ecotourism and adventure tourism. He also mentioned that the Indian government has been investing in infrastructure and promoting the tourism and hospitality sector through various schemes and initiatives, and are now introducing the scheme called Swadesh Darshan 2.0 which will focus on sustainable and responsible development of tourist destinations. Mr Saurabh Vijay, Principal Secretary – Tourism & Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra highlighted that the Government is discussing the development of an online application portal to facilitate investment opportunities in the tourism industry in Maharashtra, India. They have identified various opportunities such as land for amusement parks, autism, cruise tourism, and ecotourism, and are also focusing on private investment and partnerships. GoM has identified specific locations and projects such as a mangrove park and aquarium project and are also exploring opportunities in MICE tourism and responsible tourism. Maharashtra has reduced the no. of licenses to 10 only for Ease of Doing Business’ “Mumbai is the Cruise Capital” and Tadoba is the ‘Tiger Capital’. Mr Vijay also thanked CII for organising this roadshow in Mumbai and Maharashtra would be happy to participate at the 1st Global Tourism Investors’ Summit, 2023. Mr Sunit Kothari, Co- Convener, CII Maharashtra Sub-group on Tourism and Aviation & Director, Kothari Group while welcoming the delegates said “The Indian travel and tourism industry is a rapidly growing and attractive investment destination, due to the growing middle class, efforts by the government to boost the industry, the diverse range of tourist experiences offered, the increasing digitalization of the industry, and the significant untapped potential for growth. Maharashtra, a state in western India, is a popular tourist destination known for its diverse range of attractions including beaches, hill stations, wildlife sanctuaries, ancient temples, and monuments. The state has the potential to become an ideal tourism destination, drawing on its many strengths and addressing its current limitations.” The State Officials of Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Daman & Diu, presented policy initiatives undertaken by their respective Tourism /Industries Department to improve ease of doing business and a summary of unique fiscal and non-fiscal incentives in the sector. They also presented investment success stories and reaffirmed their commitment towards utilizing the potential of the tourism sector as a vehicle for transformational socio-economic change. The roadshow created significant interest among the small and medium operators on the possibilities and promise of the upcoming summit.

    Events

    India to experience the true benefits of DigiYatra soon: Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

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    * India pioneering a seamless experience from entry into airport to boarding of aircraft through DigiYatra. *Airports and airlines should come forward to enhance ease of travel for air travellers New Delhi, 18th January, 2023: The adaption of facial recognition technology in civil aviation is a novel concept that is being pioneered through DigiYatra and the countrywill experience the true benefits of it as we are expanding from 3 airports currently to airports in Pune, Vijaywada, Kolkata and eventually throughout the country, said Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, honourable Union Minister of Civil Aviation & Steel.Internationally, a 40 percent reduction in time for both passengers and aircrafts in terms of boarding which tremendously improves ease of travel for passengers and enhances the throughput capabilities for airlines and airports because of reduced processing time. The DigiYatra app has been downloaded 300,000 time and adoption rates in Delhi and Bengaluru is creeping up. In Varanasi it is almost 20 percent; one in 5 travellers is not using the orthodox old system of passing through the airport. I would urge the Delhi and Bengaluru airports to improve adoption rates and I would request the airlines to drive extremely hard to promote ease of travel for passengers, he added. The Minister was speaking at the 14th International Civil Aviation Conference organised by ASSOCHAM. Answering a question on promotion of Drone and Cargo Industry in India, Shri Scindia says “The government is incentivizing and promoting the use of drones and as many as 12 line ministries are using drone for their day to day activities. From the agricultural ministry to spray pesticides, mining industry for explorations, Rural Development ministry for surveys, checking of transmission towers by Power ministry and agencies like the NDRF and SDRF under the Home ministry, drones are being used extensively. Today the government is the primary driver of demand for drones. Cargo is another area where we have a tremendous future for growth and by cargo we mean not just equipment and merchandise being moved. From horticulture products, poultry, fresh foods, fruits and vegetables from far flung areas of Indiaare being moved not only domestically, but internationally to Germany, London and many other destinations. Post Covid COVID we have increased our number of freighters from seven to 29, and also our number of million tonnes that we’ve transported, it shows that this is a sector that holds tremendous promise. We are working to resolve the various pain points and the latest being the issue of cargo being double checked during transhipment which has already been resolved to a large extent. Cargo as an industry has tremendous potential and we must work together to enhance ease of business as the growth of the industry will also mean growth for all stakeholders.” he added. Shri Narayan Rao, Chairman ASSOCHAM National Council on Civil Aviation and Deputy MD, GMR Group said, “Civil aviation sector plays a major role in economy in terms of GDP and employment generation. India should focus on how to create a civil aviation hub in the country. New trends such as DigiYatra for touchless travel, use of local sectors, skill development so that country is benefited. Industry working with government to meet issues and challenges is required. The most important stakeholders are airports. Tier 1 and 2 airports should be privatised. The government is planning another 25 airports in India for privatisation. India is looking forward to 10 million tonnes of cargo by 2030. India still has to go a long way in cargo and in terms of new policies. Civil aviation industry is also working towards environmental issues and airports are concentrating on green power. It requires support from all stakeholders.” Shri PK Thakur, Deputy Director General, Ministry of Civil Aviation GOI said, ”The government intends to increase Indians’ access to and affordability of civil aviation. Civil aviation will propel India to become a $5 trillion economy by 2024, serving as a significant growth engine for the country. The latest renovations in the sector are enabling many people in India to participate in their first Udaan, as well as assisting the sector in catching up with the growth trajectory more quickly” Several awards honouring outstanding achievers in segments like Airports, Manufacturing, Airlines, Services, Construction & Consultancy, Institutes and young achievers were also distributed during the conference.

    FOREWORD

    Dear Readers,

     

    Welcome to the latest edition of Aviation World. This is an incredibly significant issue for us, perfectly timed to align with several prominent aviation events unfolding across the globe.

     

    Chief among them is the Farnborough International Airshow, taking place from July 20th to 24th, 2026, in Hampshire, United Kingdom. Ranked as one of the world’s premier events for aviation, aerospace, and defense, this year’s airshow arrives at a crucial moment. Against a backdrop of geopolitical turbulence, Farnborough provides an invaluable platform to engage with global leaders and gain firsthand perspectives on the future of the industry. Inside, you will find our comprehensive curtain-raiser report focusing on the show’s core themes, as well as the highly anticipated static and aerobatic aircraft displays.

     

    On our front cover, we are proud to feature Capt. Vaibhav Goutham Suresh, Director of the School of Aviation, Logistics and Tourism Management (SALTM) at Galgotias University. In an exclusive interview, Capt. Suresh highlights how SALTM bridges the gap between academia and the runway, delivering a comprehensive curriculum that ensures graduates are industry-ready from day one. Complementing this, our special feature on SALTM dives deeper into how the institution maintains world-class academic standards and a cutting-edge learning environment.

     

    We are also privileged to bring you exclusive insights from a stellar lineup of industry trailblazers in this edition, including:

    • Robin Glover-Faure, Chief Customer Officer of Acron Aviation
    • Karim Makhlouf, CCO of Royal Jordanian Airlines
    • Pallavi Joshi & Vimal Priya, the leadership powerhouse behind AirFleet Managers &Aviatrics Global
    • Wg. Cdr. Prem Kumar Garg (Retd.), CEO of IndiaOne Air

    Each shares a detailed perspective on driving innovation, navigating current market dynamics, and establishing progressive frontiers within their respective sectors.

     

    Beyond these highlights, this issue is packed with curated features and analytical pieces designed to keep you informed and inspired.

     

    Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed advertisers and partners. Your unwavering support empowers us in our ongoing endeavor to make Aviation World a truly world-class publication with global reach and recognition.

     

    Happy Reading!

     

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