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    PM dedicates to the nation Advanced Night Vision factory in Nimmaluru, Andhra Pradesh

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    Andhra Pradesh, 16th Oct 2025: Marking another step towards Aatmanirbharta in defence, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation an Advanced Night Vision factory in Nimmaluru, Andhra Pradesh on October 16, 2025. The facility is among the multiple development projects worth around Rs 13,430 crore which the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for, inaugurated, and dedicated to the nation in Kurnool. Addressing the gathering, he stated that the Advanced Night Vision factory will enhance India’s capability to produce night vision equipment, missile sensors, and drone guard systems, and will elevate the country’s defence exports to newer heights. He added that the entire world had witnessed the success of Indigenous weapon systems during Operation Sindoor. Expressing satisfaction that the Andhra Pradesh government has resolved to develop Kurnool as India’s drone hub, the Prime Minister stated that through the drone industry, several new sectors linked to futuristic technologies will emerge in Kurnool and across Andhra. He cited the success of drones in Operation Sindoor and affirmed that Kurnool will become a national strength in the drone sector in the coming years.

    Civil Aviation

    Embraer Inaugurates India office in New Delhi

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    New Delhi, October 17, 2025: Embraer, the global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, inaugurated its new India office at WorldMark 4, Aerocity in Delhi. The event was graced by Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, Brazil’s Minister of Defense Jose Mucio, India’s Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and the Ambassador of Brazil to India Kenneth Felix Haczynski da Nobrega. The opening of the office marks a significant deepening of Embraer’s long-standing commitment to India and sets the stage for an expanded role across all its business units — commercial aviation, defense, business aviation, services and support, and urban air mobility (UAM). The Delhi office will serve as the central hub for Embraer’s operations in India, as it builds capacity to capitalize on opportunities within the country’s ever-evolving aerospace and defense industry. This includes growing its teams across corporate functions and specialized units focused on procurement, supply chain and engineering. Embraer’s strategic investment reflects its long-term vision to strengthen its presence in India, and to collaborate closely with the local industry to support the country’s mission of an Atmanirbhar Bharat and its Make in India initiatives. Embraer’s history in India dates back 20 years, when the first E-Jets began operations in 2005, opening new frontiers in regional connectivity. Today, nearly 50 Embraer aircraft across 11 different types operate in India, serving the Indian Air Force, other government agencies, business jet operators and a commercial airline – Star Air. Francisco Gomes Neto, President & CEO of Embraer, said, “The opening of our New Delhi corporate office marks a bold new chapter for Embraer in India – a market central to our global vision. This office spans across all our business units and will strengthen collaboration with partners, customers, and suppliers. We are committed to bringing world-class technology and innovation to support India’s aerospace growth, advance self-reliance, and help realize its ambition of becoming a global aviation hub.” Speaking at the office inauguration event, Bosco da Costa Junior, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security said: “Our office inauguration here in New Delhi reflects our ambition for further growth in the country. Our aircraft have earned a reputation for performance and reliability, and we are confident that our multi-mission medium transport aircraft, the C-390 Millennium, is perfectly suited to bring additional capabilities to the Indian Air Force.” The inauguration also underscores the strengthening of relations between India and Brazil, with Embraer’s expansion in the region reflecting a shared commitment to deeper collaboration and mutual growth. Embraer’s increased presence will enable greater engagement with Indian stakeholders, customers and the broader aerospace supply chain. Embraer’s activities in India span multiple sectors. In defense, the ERJ145 platform forms the basis of the Indian Air Force’s ‘Netra’ AEW&C aircraft, and the Legacy 600 aircraft is used for the transportation of government officials and VIPs by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Border Security Force (BSF). Furthermore, Embraer is positioning the C-390 Millennium as the best solution for the Indian Air Force’s Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) program. In commercial aviation, the E-Jets family continues to unlock ‘blue ocean’ opportunities in tier-two and tier-three cities, enhancing regional connectivity and supporting India’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub. Star Air is an all-Embraer operator of E175 and ERJ 145 aircraft and is growing its operations across India. Eve Air Mobility, backed by Embraer, is actively expanding into India through strategic partnerships aimed at advancing urban air mobility. This includes working with JetSetGo to explore the deployment of its Urban Air Traffic Management software, Vector, that helps address congestion and supports sustainable travel. Separately, Eve partnered with Hunch Mobility to study the launch electric commuter flights in Bangalore that would establish the city as the region’s first hub for urban air mobility using eVTOLs. ( News based on the Press Release)

    Civil Aviation

    FLY91 adds extra flights to cater to the festive demand

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    Panaji, 16th October 2025: With Diwali festivities around the corner and travel demand surging across western and southern India, the regional airline FLY91 has announced additional flights on key routes to facilitate smooth festive travel. The airline has introduced extra flights on multiple routes during the festive period on October 17 between Goa–Bengaluru–Goa and Sindhudurg–Bengaluru–Sindhudurg; on October 18 and 19 covering Goa–Bengaluru–Goa, Goa–Hyderabad–Goa and Sindhudurg–Hyderabad–Sindhudurg; and on October 21 for the Goa–Pune–Goa sector. Tickets for these additional services are now available for booking on FLY91’s website. Manoj Chacko, managing director and chief executive officer, FLY91, said, “Diwali is a time when families come together and travel demand naturally peaks as people return to their hometowns to celebrate. We’ve added these additional flights to make festive travel more convenient and accessible for our customers. Our goal remains to provide dependable, comfortable and affordable connectivity across regional India, especially during such important occasions.”

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    CAE and Advanced Aircrew Academy partner to deliver next-generation eLearning for business aviation

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    Montreal,October 14, 2025: CAE has announced the launch of new eLearning modules for business aviation in partnership with Advanced Aircrew Academy. This strategic collaboration empowers CAE customers with comprehensive, end-to-end training solutions. By leveraging next-generation eLearning programs, clients can seamlessly consolidate all their training with CAE. The modules will initially support operators under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and will expand to meet global regulatory needs, offering scalable solutions for operators in North America, Europe, and Asia. These modules will enhance CAE’s extensive eLearning platform, further elevating safety, compliance, and operational excellence across our global training ecosystem. Integrating Advanced Aircrew Academy’s specialized courseware into CAE’s world-class training ecosystem will create a seamless experience that enhances the value of training for business aviation operators. “We’re always looking to improve our customers’ experience by making the training process as convenient as possible,” said Timothy Schoenauer, Senior Director, Global Business Aviation Training Solutions at CAE. “Through this partnership with Advanced Aircrew Academy, we are adding to our extensive library to offer our customers industry-leading modules, simplifying the back-end administration, and providing them with one end-to-end training provider. We will also be offering specialized eLearning training packages for the Americas, Europe and Asia, making it easy for operators to identify the courses their pilots need to take.” “Advanced Aircrew Academy is proud to collaborate with CAE on this initiative,” said Jordan Huibers, co-CEO, Advanced Aircrew Academy. “CAE customers will now benefit from approximately 70 advanced and integrated eLearning courses, developed by subject matter experts and updated regularly, elevating established training programs and enhancing safety.” Through the new eLearning offering, CAE customers will be able to select from three tailored tiers: • Core: Foundational programs meeting FAA & ICAO standards • Plus: Expanded programs designed for corporate flight department operators • Pro: Advanced programs designed for charter/on demand operators

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    Air India and Air India Express add 166 flights to and from Patna to cater festive rush

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    Gurugram 14 October 2025: Air India and Air India Express today announced the addition of 166 weekly flights to and from Patna to meet the surging festive demand around Diwali and Chhath Puja. From 15 October to 2 November 2025, Air India will operate: • 38 additional flights between Delhi and Patna • 38 additional flights between Mumbai and Patna • 38 additional flights between Bengaluru and Patna From 22 October to 3 November 2025, Air India Express will operate: • 26 additional flights between Delhi and Patna • 26 additional flights between Bengaluru and Patna These additional flights supplement Air India’s current schedule of 42 weekly flights to Patna from Delhi and Mumbai, alongside 14 weekly flights operated by Air India Express to Patna from Delhi and Bengaluru, significantly enhancing connectivity for travellers during this peak period. The additional flights significantly boost connectivity to Patna, facilitating more convenient travel for travellers visiting their loved ones during the festive season.

    Business Aviation

    Gulfstream fleet surpasses 3 mn nautical miles flown on SAF

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    SAVANNAH, Ga., October 13, 2025: Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has announced its fleet of corporate, demonstration and support aircraft has surpassed 3 million nautical miles flown on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blends. In addition, the Gulfstream G800, Gulfstream G700, Gulfstream G600 and Gulfstream G400 flew to this week’s 2025 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas using SAF blends. Those aircraft and a mock-up of the newly announced Gulfstream G300 will be on display during the exhibition. “Flying more than 3 million nautical miles on SAF blends is a testament to our commitment to sourcing and demonstrating the benefits of SAF,” said Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream. “We have long been at the forefront of sustainability innovations, and this latest milestone further showcases our leadership and efforts to advance business aviation’s overarching sustainability goals.” Gulfstream continues to maintain a strong supply of SAF at its Savannah headquarters and plans to increase its usage by nearly 50% this year compared to last year. Gulfstream has long been a sustainability leader in business aviation, achieving numerous accomplishments by partnering with fuel developers and engine manufacturers. The company was the first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to fly on 100% neat SAF and was also the first OEM to receive National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Sustainable Flight Department Accreditations in all four available categories: flight, operations, ground support and infrastructure. In 2023, Gulfstream made the world’s first trans-Atlantic flight using 100% SAF comprised of 100% Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids (neat HEFA) in both engines, and in 2024, successfully completed ground emissions testing of 100% neat SAF containing zero sulfur.

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    MoD utilises over 50% of total FY 2025-26 capital outlay by September end

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    Delhi, 13th October 2025: In the current Financial Year (FY) 2025-26, Ministry of Defence (MoD) has utilised more than 50% of capital outlay by the end of September 2025. In absolute terms, the capital expenditure stands at Rs 92,211.44 crore (51.23%) out of the total allocation of Rs 1,80,000 crore. The MoD had utilised 100% of capital expenditure amounting to Rs.1,59,768.40 crore in the last financial year. The utilisation of over 50% of capital outlay will result in ensuring timely delivery of vital platforms such as Aircraft, Ships, Submarines, weapon system, etc. required for the modernisation of the Armed Forces in the coming year. Majority of the expenditure has been on aircraft and aero engines followed by land systems, electronic warfare equipment, armaments, and projectiles. Capital expenditure is crucial for the defence sector as it funds the acquisition of new assets, research & development, and infrastructural development in the border areas, which are all essential for the country’s national security. Moreover, capital expenditure has a multiplier effect on economic growth and employment generation. With this pace of expenditure and big-ticket projects which are at advanced stages of approval, MoD is committed to fully utilising the allocation under capital head by the end of the current FY also. In parallel, the Ministry is working on the budgetary projections to be discussed for revised estimates. It is to be highlighted that in the current FY, Ministry of Defence had been allocated Rs 1,80,000 crore under capital head at the BE stage by Ministry of Finance. This allocation was 12.66% higher than the actual expenditure of FY 2024-25. Since FY 2020-21, Ministry of Defence has been consistently strengthening the domestic industries by earmarking funds for procurement from them. For FY 2025-26, Rs 1,11,544.83 crore has been earmarked for the domestic industry. Significant expenditure to the extent of 45% has been recorded till date out of the funds earmarked for domestic procurement. This allocation is aimed to boost Aatmanirbharta in defence technology & manufacturing and to attract MSMEs, start-ups, etc. in the sector. Allocation under capital outlay for Services has shown a rising trend over the past several years. It has increased by approx. 60% during the last five years. Courtesy: PIB/MOD

    RCS

    Alliance Air introduces “Fare se Fursat” fixed airfare scheme

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    Delhi, 13th Oct 2025: Minister of Civil Aviation, Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, inaugurated ‘Fare Se Fursat’, scheme of government-owned regional carrier, Alliance Air. The scheme is aimed at giving passengers freedom from the stress of fluctuating airfares and promoting ease of flying in the country. The launch event was graced by Secretary, Civil Aviation, Samir Kumar Sinha, Chairman, Alliance Air, Amit Kumar and CEO, Alliance Air, Rajarshi Sen. Under this scheme, Alliance Air will offer a single, fixed fare that remains constant regardless of the booking date, even on the day of departure. The initiative will be implemented on a pilot basis from October 13 to December 31, 2025 across select routes, to evaluate its operational feasibility and passenger response. Speaking at the launch, the Minister said, “The ‘Fare Se Fursat’ scheme perfectly aligns with the core principles of the UDAN scheme. Today, Alliance Air is carrying forward Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of democratizing aviation and making it affordable for the middle class, lower-middle class and neo-middle class.” The static fare system eliminates uncertainty and stress associated with fluctuating airfares, ensuring predictability of costs, even for last-minute bookings. The Minister also shared his broader vision for making Indian aviation more passenger-centric: “Since taking charge of the Ministry, my focus has been on making aviation more people-oriented. Inspired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision under UDAN, we have launched Udan Yatri Cafes offering tea for ₹10, coffee for ₹20 and snacks for ₹20 at airports. It is making air travel more dignified and affordable. Now we are taking a step further and addressing the major concern of passengers which is the airfare.” Emphasizing the contribution of the regional carrier, Rammohan Naidu described Alliance Air as the backbone of the Government’s Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN, connecting Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities to the national aviation network. “Alliance Air has taken a bold and exemplary step with the idea of One Route, One Fair. It is truly ‘Naye Bharat ki Udaan’ thinking beyond profitability and keeping the focus on public service,” he said. India’s aviation market largely operates on a dynamic pricing model, where ticket prices vary in real time based on demand, seasonality and competition. While effective for revenue management, it often causes passenger frustration due to unpredictable last-minute fares. “Fare Se Fursat” aims to address this long-standing challenge by introducing transparency and stability in pricing. The initiative is also expected to encourage first-time flyers from smaller towns to opt for air travel, strengthening Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of making air travel available, accessible and affordable. Courtesy: PIB/MOCA

    MRO

    Air Astana Group conducts six year and twelve year C-checks for the first time

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    Astana, 13th October 2025: Air Astana Group is simultaneously conducting 6-year and 12-year C-Check on Airbus A320 aircraft for the first time. The complex maintenance procedure is being carried out at the Engineering centre in Astana. Both procedures are among the most complex types of maintenance requiring almost complete disassembly of the aircraft followed by test flights to confirm full serviceability. These inspections cover all aircraft systems, with the 6-year C-Check limited the standard depth of inspection and the 12-year C-Check including expanded inspection of structures and components. Conducting such specialist inspections require highest level of qualification for engineering and technical staff, and compliance with international aviation safety standards. Since 2019, Air Astana has independently performed 42 C-Checks based at the Engineering centres of Almaty and Astana, including the first 6-year C-Check in 2023 and first 12-year C-Check in 2024. The current simultaneous 6-year and 12-year C-Checks are respectively being undertaken on an Air Astana Airbus A321neo and a FlyArystan Airbus A320ceo.

    Civil Aviation

    Cathay announces key leadership appointments for South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa region

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    Mumbai, 13th October 2025: Cathay Pacific has announced the appointment of three senior management positions to head key departments across its South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) region.The airlines vision is to deepen customer connections, enhancing commercial performance, and driving integrated brand growth. Piyuli Bhattacharjee has been appointed as Regional Head of Marketing for SAMEA. In her new role, she will lead regional brand marketing across passenger travel, cargo, and lifestyle business. With over eight years of experience spanning aviation, omni-channel retail, and brand strategy, Piyuli brings a deep understanding of digital strategy, customer insights and integrated campaign planning. Arjun Bhatia has been appointed as Regional Head of Corporate Sales for SAMEA. In his new role, Arjun will be responsible for driving strategic corporate sales initiatives, key account management, and revenue performance across markets. He previously served as Regional Head of Digital Sales for the region, where he strengthened Cathay’s digital commerce and customer experience capabilities. Vinod Viswanathan has been appointed as Regional Head of Trade Sales for India and Sri Lanka. In his new role, he will focus on strengthening trade partnerships, driving strategic initiatives, and expanding Cathay’s footprint across key markets. These appointments further reinforce Cathay’s strategic focus on strengthening leadership depth and customer engagement across key commercial functions in the SAMEA region. All three of them are based at Cathay’s regional headquarters in Mumbai.

    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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