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    Furaveri Maldives conducts FAM for Indian Travel Partners

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    Maldives, May 10, 2022: Furaveri Maldives, the perfect getaway offering an unmatched experience for individuals, couples, and families recently conducted a FAM trip with about 13 travel trade partners from all over India. The FAM was done in association with One Above DMC, a leading destination management company (DMC) for the Maldives. A total of two batches were hosted, each batch consisting of 6 travel trade agents from different cities across the country. The goal of the FAM trip was to learn first-hand what Furaveri Maldives has to offer so that they can aim on learning what the Indian audience prefers and furthermore was aimed to promote the property. The 3-night trip started with the arrival of guests through them enjoying the beautiful scenic beauty from the seaplane transfers, a warm welcome at Furaveri, and ended with a great understanding of the property which helped guests to experience its amazing amenities. The travel itinerary included a guided tour of the property, followed by cocktails at Amigos – Farumathi for the next day, Sunset Cruises, Special Dinner at Raiyvilla – Asian Restaurant amongst others. The partners had a great experience at the Furaveri Wellness village and were awestruck with the food options prepared by chefs for travellers. Furaveri Maldives even offered a personalized service from the meet and greet at the airport until the personal check-out and escort during the departures. Ali Shiyad, Senior sales and Marketing Manager mentions, “Furaveri Maldives is the right destination for you whether you are an adventurer seeking the underwater experience, an explorer looking for a exotic island vacation or a fishing enthusiast ready for the big catch,”. “We are extremely pleased to be hosted by Furaveri Maldives. The trip was an incredible experience for the trade partners working closely with One Above DMC and we are looking forward to the continues support from them.” adds Rahim Aslam – Founder & Consultant – One Above DMC. The guests who were a part of the FAM trip adored the resort and were very keen on coming back again in the future. They were very much in love with the sleek and sophisticated water villas, pristine beaches with ever changing turquoise hues, natural flora and fauna, cuisine, and last but not least friendly staff.

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    Airport Show in Dubai to showcase solutions that will shape the future of aviation industry

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    Dubai May 16, 2022: • The world’s largest airport event starts at Dubai World Trade Centre from tomorrow, May 17 • Sheikh Ahmed: Airport Show set to be the driving force for the global aviation industry to emerge even stronger • Co-located events Airport Security Middle East, ATC Forum and the Global Airport Leaders’ Forum The 21st edition of the annual Airport Show in Dubai from 17th to 19 May, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is set to be the driving force for the global aviation industry to emerge even stronger after the Covid-19 pandemic and will showcase the latest solutions from around the world that will shape the future of the industry. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, under whose patronage the Airport Show is held, described the Airport Show as an important event timed perfectly to boost the global aviation industry, which is beginning to return to pre-pandemic levels with high demand for travel and the announcement of the resumption of development projects to keep up with the expected growth. This year’s edition is supported by Dubai Airports, Dubai Police, Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), dnata (part of Emirates Airline and Group), Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP), Global Air Navigation Services (GANS) and Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans). Organised by RX Global (Reed Exhibitions), the world’s largest airport industry B2B platform will have a sharp focus on sustainability to help the airport community in achieving a more sustainable airport industry that is aiming to reduce carbon foot print year on year.The Airport Show and its co-located events Airport Security Middle East, ATC Forum and the Global Airport Leaders’ Forum will debate ways to tap into new growth opportunities and overcome current challenges for airports. It will also discuss aviation industry’s efforts towards sustainable and collaborative airport infrastructure development and operational transformations. Firas Abu Ltaif, Exhibition Manager at RX Global (Reed Exhibitions), said: “It is our honour to host this prestigious and epoch-making event in Dubai. True to its slogan ‘Connecting the Global Airport Industry’, the event will be a great opportunity for networking of industry leaders, experts and government officials to discuss growth opportunities and address challenges. The Show will be a platform that will provide opportunities for stakeholders to collaborate and sign deals, boost business, showcase the latest technology and services and improve airport services and facilities to keep up with the expected growth.” The Airport Show will have display of products and services from over 150 exhibitors from more than 20 countries along with 4,500-plus aviation industry professionals participating. The Show will also host the 9th edition of the Global Airport Leaders Forum, that will see more than 40 aviation and airport leaders from around the world presenting various topics on airport innovation and development, air traffic management, sustainability and airport security. One of the major highlights of this year’s Airport Show is the hosting of a sustainability zone called e-Apron alongside the Show. e-Apron is offered in partnership with dnata, to provide opportunity for electric/hybrid Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Ground Handling Equipment (GHE) manufacturers to showcase their latest innovations.

    Recent News

    Jabalpur Airport to get New Terminal Building with enhanced capacity

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    New Delhi,14th May 2022: Catering to a growing demand of passenger growth, Jabalpur airport in Madhya Pradesh is getting upgraded to provide better services to the air travelers of the region. The upgradation work is being undertaken at the airport includes construction of New Terminal Building, ATC Tower, Technical Block, Fire Station Category VII, other buildings and Extension of runway & associated works to cater the operations of AB-320 type of aircraft. Madhya Pradesh Govt handed over 483 acres of land to AAI for development work in 2015, total land measuring to 774acres. The new terminal building equipped with world-class passenger facilities will have the capacity to handle 500 passengers during peak hours. Spread overanareaof1,15,315 sqft,t he terminal building will have three aero bridges, advanced baggage screening system, modern food court in the landscape area and well-planned car parking for more than 300cars and buses. The proposed terminal building will welcome the passengers with glimpses of vibrant Gond Paintings, local handicrafts, murals and popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh. The new building will be built with eco-friendly, sustainable material and equipped with solar plant and energy efficient equipment. An efficient solid waste management system, reuse of treated water for horticulture purposes and rainwater harvesting system with Sustainable Urban Drainage System are few other green features of the airport upgradation project. Apart from the construction of new terminal building, the upgradation work with project cost of Rs. 412 crores also include extension of runway to make airport suitable for operation of Airbus 320 type of aircraft, construction of 28-metre-highnewATC tower and technical block(G+3) with all modern facilities, fire station (Category-VII) and other ancillary buildings like utility block,gatehouse etc.

    Recent News

    BIAL partners with Kotak and Phi Commerce to facilitate omnichannel payment solution

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    Bengaluru, May 11, 2022: With an aim to facilitate a seamless payment experience for customers, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), the operator of Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport), has introduced an innovative omnichannel payment solution across the airport ecosystem, in partnership with Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (“KMBL”/ “Kotak”) and Phi Commerce. This is a first-of-its-kind initiative undertaken by any airport in India. The one-stop payment solution, designed specifically for the airport in partnership with KMBL and payment solutions company Phi Commerce Pvt Ltd, will enable a secure, scalable, and unified payment experience across the airport. The solution will power B2B and B2C payments across channels – both online and offline. It will facilitate transactions across the domestic terminal, international terminal, airport city, concert arena, airport hotels, retail, recreation, dining, and entertainment (RDE) destination, airport parking, cargo, and BIAL subsidiaries. Through its own payment ecosystem, the busiest airport in South India and the third busiest in the country will now have better insights into spending patterns and be able to deliver customer-friendly last-mile promotions. “We are pleased to partner with Phi Commerce and Kotak Mahindra Bank to bring an innovative omnichannel payments solution for our customers. The new payment experience will bring all online, in-store, and cash transactions taking place across the airport ecosystem into one single platform. BIAL wants to take all payments into a seamless and more innovative world where offline and online payment becomes a mixed reality experience which again will open new airport opportunities for the customer,” said BIAL’s Chief Commercial Officer, Kenneth Guldbjerg. “True to Kotak’s digital spirit, we are proud to enable payment solutions across the premises of BIAL. Kotak, in partnership with Phi Commerce, will provide all the enterprises running their businesses with point of sale (PoS) terminals and payment gateways for quick and smooth processing of payments from customers. We see great value in our partnership with BIAL,”Shekhar Bhandari, President & Business Head – Global Transaction Banking, Kotak Mahindra Bank. “Kotak’s partnership with BIAL will open a world of financial opportunities to clients working in the BIAL ecosystem. We are happy to collaborate with BIAL in further smoothening the financial journeys of their clients. Together, with ease in payments and Kotak’s digitally-powered solutions, we will make shopping a truly enriching experience for visitors at the BIAL premises,” said Puneet Kapoor, President – Products, Alternate Channels and Customer Experience Delivery, Kotak Mahindra Bank. “By leveraging Phi Commerce’s robust omnichannel payment capabilities, we can provide a one-of-a-kind payment experience at one of the best airports in India. This payment solution is path-breaking in its ability to provide customer delight at check-out every single time and has applicability across large retail ecosystems in the country and globally as well. We are excited to see this new payment experience come alive at the airport in Bengaluru, a city renowned for being one of the largest tech hubs in the world,” said Jose Thattil, CEO and co-founder, Phi Commerce.

    Events

    HELI RUSSIA 2022

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    Date: 19-21 May, 2022 Venue: Pavilion1, Crocus Expo IEC. City: Moscow, Russia Format: Physical Organised By: Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian FederationInternational Helicopter Industry Exhibition HeliRussia is the unique exhibition in Russia representing international developments in helicopter industry. The entire range of products & services within, from design & production to operation will be displayed during the event.HeliRussia 2022 will involve military product demonstration. This raises the expanding opportunities for domestic and foreign developers and manufacturers of helicopters, specialized equipment, control, navigation and communications systems, to share experiences and knowledge. For more information, login: www.helirussia.ru

    Recent News

    SpiceJet and Axis Bank launch co-branded credit card

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    Gurugram, May 12, 2022: SpiceJet airline and Axis Bank have partnered to launch the co-branded credit card, powered by Visa that will offer a host of privileges and benefits to customers. The card comes in two variants – SpiceJet Axis Bank Voyage and Voyage Black, and is aimed at facilitating a superlative travel experience for flyers through SpiceClub, the first frequent flyer program by a low cost carrier in India. Through this collaboration, the two brands hope to capitalize on the resurgent demand for travel following two years of stagnation caused by the pandemic. Further, with the shared goal of expanding their reach to Tier 2 & 3 cities and other synergies, the brands are committed to serving a much larger populace. SpiceJet Axis Bank Voyage & Voyage Black credit cards were officially launched at Delhi IGI airport in the presence of Ajay Singh, CMD, SpiceJet and Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO, Axis Bank, where they unveiled a special SpiceJet-Axis Bank credit card livery on a SpiceJet Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The products are designed to enable customers use the rewards earned on their daily spends for booking flights and add-ons, thus encouraging both travel and digital payments embedded with benefits of SpiceJet’s frequent flyer program, SpiceClub. Ajay Singh, CMD, SpiceJet, said, “ TThe SpiceJet-Axis Bank co-branded Credit Card will make every customer journey an even more rewarding one. We are the pioneers of the frequent flyer program for budget airlines in the country and this partnership with Axis Bank significantly strengthens the value offering of SpiceClub. Our association with Axis Bank – founded on the shared vision to offer unparalleled customer experience – is yet another innovative step towards creating a world class travel experience. I hope to see our customers enjoying the benefits of this rewarding collaboration as much as they love to fly with us.”

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    Turkish Airlines operates sustainability themed aircraft

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    Turkish Airlines used a special leaf design for its aircraft which uses environmentally friendly biofuel Istanbul, 11th May 2022: Turkish Airlines used a special design adorned with leaves on its Airbus 321 type TC-JSU tail numbered aircraft which was used on its environmentalist fuel operation. Turkish Airlines operated its first flight with the new themed aircraft to Stockholm with TK1795 flight. In line with the effort to lead towards widespread use of environmentally friendly fuel, the flight which used biofuel during its operation was also undertaken with zero waste principle. Apart from providing information on the sustainability actions with the Green Class concept of this first flight, flag carrier also took new environmentally conscious actions for this flight. While kraft tissues, paper cups, wooden salt and pepper shakers were used on the flight, all passengers were served complimentary healthy green tea. Another special measure was the nature-friendly pillow covers and blankets which were produced with 100 percent recycled certificated threads in order to save on water. FSC certified wooden toys were gifted for our child guests. On the environmentally friendly aircraft, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee,Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat stated: “As the national flag carrier of our country, our aircraft with its new design is now in the skies to underline the importance of sustainability for us. With the biofuel expression on our aircraft, we wish to emphasize the significance of using sustainable aviation fuel as it is one of the biggest hurdles of aviation industry’s struggle against carbon emissions. Thus, we are supporting the biofuel manufacturing efforts and aim to increase our flights which use biofuel during their operations.” Turkish Airlines will continue its efforts to lower its carbon emissions with new generation aircraft added to its already young fleet of 8,5 average age while planning to add new cities that are served with operations using biofuel on top of Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Paris and London.

    Drones

    NITI Aayog’s Experience Studio on Drones Launched

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    10th May 2022, New Delhi: To promote a collaborative ecosystem aimed at fostering innovation and adoption of drones for public services, an experience studio on drones was launched by Union Minister of Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia at NITI Aayog. NITI Aayog Vice Chairperson Suman Bery and CEO Amitabh Kant were also present in the inaugural event. The Minister said, ‘We have the potential to make India a global drone hub by 2030. It is imperative for us to boost the usage of drones in different industrial- and defence-related sectors to leverage the benefits of this technology. We are actively working towards making drone services easily accessible. India will soon witness a higher number of industries embracing drone innovation. This will eventually lead to a revolution that will touch the life of every citizen, thereby realizing the PM’s goal of an Aatmabirhar Bharat.’ He also added, ‘With the active participation of the stakeholders of the drone industry and the Govt, the drone industry is set on a path of exponential growth. The govt will enable the continuity of this accelerated drone adoption by easing drone regulations and through drone literacy via programmes such as Drone Shakti and Kisan Drones. I would like to praise NITI Aayog for hosting such an exciting month-long drone event, enabling knowledge-sharing and exchange of ideas and fuelling innovation and growth in the drone ecosystem. Moreover, the cutting-edge experience studio at NITI Aayog is a symbol of technology excellence, which I am sure, will inspire curious minds to resolve real-world problems.’ NITI Aayog Vice Chairperson Suman Bery said, ‘Drones are expected to be significant creators of employment and economic growth due to their reach, versatility, and ease of use, especially in India’s remote and inaccessible areas. The NITI experience studio launched today shall help promote various applications of drone technology to public and private stakeholders as well as help them fast-track adoption of drone technology within their organisations and aid in building a robust drone industry in India.’ NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant said, ‘Through the experience studio, start-ups and enterprises will be able to showcase their innovations and next-gen technology-enabled solutions. It will allow various government departments to experience these technologies first-hand and think about how they can be contextually used on the ground in public services. Additionally, the experience studio will also act as an anchor for initiating proof-of-concepts and pilots aimed at solving issues that persists in service deliveries. Smaller focused cohorts will be created through the experience studio, which will eventually help in mainstreaming these solutions once they are field-ready.’ The Union Minister also announced the launch of the following challenges, which will be held by NITI Aayog in collaboration with the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA): (a) ‘Drones for Social Impact Competition’: For the start-up community to showcase their capabilities to solve critical problem statements in various use cases. (b) ‘Robotics Workshop and Competition’: For students of Atal Tinkering Labs to foster the spirit of innovation and problem-solving. The Minister assured that MoCA will extend all the support required for these competitions as well as for organizing other events planned during the month to help develop the ecosystem. The launch was followed by an interaction with key stakeholders from the industry. During the interactive session, several recommendations were made towards promoting the drone sector. Some of the areas that were discussed were promoting manufacturing and Drones-as-a-Service, providing impetus to innovation, government as an adopter and the next big steps for the sector. In September 2021, NITI Aayog in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Intel, established a Cloud Innovation Centre to help showcase the potential of frontier technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Blockchain, Robotics etc. Such a studio would help in accelerating application of frontier technologies in public sector use cases. To effectively leverage the initiative, NITI Aayog has designed a ‘Monthly Innovation Chronicle’ programme that will focus on a particular thematic area for showcasing innovation, with the potential of being technology-led and necessitating government-industry collaboration for larger social impact. Key tenets of this programme are communication, collaboration and competition to ecosystem partners such as industry and innovators (enterprises and startups), academia and research, government and allied institutions, Atal Innovation Mission network (especially Atal Tinkering Labs), state and sub-state innovation councils/units, NITI Aayog’s connected external partners, not-for-profit, donor and multi-lateral agencies, and industry agencies, bodies and funding organizations.

    Recent News

    Aviator signs a new contract with an Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY

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    10th May, 2022: Aviator Airport Alliance, a full-range provider of aviation services at 15 airports across the Nordics and a family member of Avia Solutions Group, leaders in end-to-end capacity solutions for passenger and cargo airlines worldwide, has signed a new contract with PLAY, an Icelandic low-cost carrier. Under the new partnership, Aviator Airport Alliance will provide PLAY with ground handling and de-icing services at 2 stations in Norway – Stavanger and Trondheim airports. With the newly signed contract, the companies are embarking on a two-year-long partnership. While the cooperation in Norway is brand new, PLAY is already an existing client for Aviator at Copenhagen airport. Peter Stackeryd, Commercial Director of Aviator Norway, commented: “This is a truly exciting development. We are delighted to add Fly Play to the list of our trusted partners. As this is not the first time the airline chooses to work with Aviator, we see this partnership as an acknowledgement of our service quality and industry expertise.” Nadine Guðrún Yaghi, the director of communications at PLAY, commented: “Choosing the right partners is never an easy task, yet by entrusting our ground support to the competent team of Aviator, we can rest assured that everything will go according to plan. We are glad to be working with Aviator and trust that the company is a good match to our high standards and requirements as an airline.”

    Tourism

    Virginia Offers Fun-Filled Outdoor Adventure

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    Feature/Tourism: Anyone who has traveled with children knows just how important it is to make sure your destination offers plenty of fun-filled outdoor activities ideal for families. Cooped up kids with boundless energy are a sure-fire recipe for family squabbles and ruined holidays. Look no further than Virginia for that ideal family vacation spot bursting with enchanting outdoor adventures sure to captivate even the most energetic child. Take to the Trails Shenandoah National Park is full of fantastic hiking trails, from easy to challenging. The Stony Man Mountain trail is ideal for families, being only 1.6-miles round trip with a gain of just 400 feet of elevation to reach the gorgeous views at the summit of Shenandoah’s second-highest mountain. Or hike along the mighty Potomac River and check out the remains of the historic canal system at Great Falls National Park. Take to two wheels and bike a paved trail. The Virginia Capital Trail runs 52 miles, connecting the first capital of Virginia, Jamestown, with the current capital of Richmond. The W&OD Trail (Washington & Old Dominion) was once a railroad bed, and is now referred to as the skinniest park in Virginia and offers a 45-mile paved route through northern Virginia. Soar Above the Earth Kids can conquer great heights and speed along above the earth on one of many ziplines and adventure parks. Iron Pony Adventure Parkis Chincoteague Island’s newest attraction for family fun. Climb to new heights and experience the thrill of 30+ aerial obstacles on 2 full levels. Or take yourself to the edge and try the pony plunge, a 26-foot-high leap of faith.The Canyon Rim Zipline is a one-of-a-kind adventure located in Breaks Interstate Park on the Virginia-Kentucky border.Spanning along the rim of the Russell Fork River Gorge, the zipline gives riders a birds-eye view and a glimpse of why the gorge is known as the “Grand Canyon of the South.” Go Below the Earth Even if it’s raining you can experience the great outdoors in Virginia. Explore one of eight different caverns in Virginia, all found within the Southwest and Shenandoah Valley regions of the Commonwealth.Luray Cavernsis the largest caverns in the eastern United States. Tours along lighted, paved walkways lead visitors through cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10-stories high, towering stone formations, and natural wonders at every turn. Float on a River Spend an afternoon with the family leisurely floating down a Virginia waterway. The kids can burn off lots of energy splashing and paddling around, while the adults can let the water do the work and get a well-deserved rest. Of course, if everyone’s up for a thrilling and fast-paced adventure, take the whole family whitewater rafting on the Shenandoah River. For one of the newest ways to navigate an histori cVirginia river,check out the James River Batteau Company. The tours utilize a specialized vessel called the James River Batteau to navigate the shallow waters for a definite ‘only in Virginia’ experience. Learn a Little American History Put the history books away and instead visit some of Virginia’s most incredible historic sites, where the kids can learn through interactive exhibits and activities. At Colonial Williamsburg, the world’s largest living history museum, meet tradespeople using techniques and tools from hundreds of years past. Or head to Jamestown Settlement to participate in navigational and piloting demonstrations aboard replicas of the first settlers’ ships and see what life was like aboard a 17th century ocean voyage. Get Personal with Nature Head to a you-pick farm or orchard, like Carter Mountain Orchard, to learn about farming practices while gathering fresh fruits and veggies to snack on during your trip. Then learn more about our animal friends when you visit a working farm. Farms like Caromont Farm host goat snuggle sessions where you and your kids can cuddle adorable baby goats, learn about goat farms and the cheese-making process, and purchase fresh goat cheese.

    FOREWORD

    Dear Reader’s,

     

    The current edition of Aviation World has covered many areas of Aerospace & Defence based on the latest development in the sector. The front cover highlights three different images, first for the Union Civil Aviation Minister ….. who is leading from the front to steer Indian Civil Aviation sector to witness one of the most interesting phases. He is also facing most tumultuous timing due to the ongoing financial stress in the Aviation sector due to ATF rising cost and long airspace restrictions resulting in mounting losses for Indian carriers. Despite of all the ground level challenges,the minister is addressing new things on regular basis which keeps the sector motivated. We have featured many such developmental works in this edition done under his guidance which will be interesting to read.

    Our lead story on “ The West War” is another important feature which covers the ground level reality of the challenges faced by the Aviation sector. Its though time ahead and we believe it will pass soon .

    There are features on Regional connectivity and MoCA revised rules on the UDAN 2.0 and how its going to transform the flying experience within India.

    In this edition, we have covered topics on MRO,Various Policy changes,Sea Plane Operations by SkyHop Aviation, TATA-Airbus joint project on C295 military aircraft under Make In India which is expected to roll out soon and many other interesting contents which will be good to read.

    We are covering Farnborough International Airshow 2026 from 20-24July 2026 in London and our next edition will be based on the same event.For features, you may contact our team on priority basis.

     

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