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IT Service Provider ISO-Gruppe Is BARIG’s New Business Partner

Frankfurt , June 12, 2025: The IT service provider ISO-Gruppe, which is based in Nuremberg, Germany, is now “Technology & Innovation” business partner of the airline association BARIG (Board of Airline Representatives in Germany). The companies within the ISO-Gruppe develop future-oriented IT solutions for air traffic, air freight, airports, and other tourism sectors. “On several occasions, the ISO-Gruppe has already demonstrated great expertise in our industry,” says Michael Hoppe, BARIG Chairman and Executive Director. “We are therefore looking forward to the exchange with a company that relies on future technologies, such as blockchain, and creates new opportunities for its customers. Furthermore, air freight is also an important sector. Here, the company is driving forward standardization and automation with digital solutions, such as the implementation of the IATA standard ONE Record.” The ISO-Gruppe offers airlines modern booking and distribution solutions as well as digital services that ensure smooth processing and greater efficiency. It also supports its customers with upselling and the integration of additional services. “We have an experienced team that not only knows its craft in IT, but which is also very familiar with aviation, air freight, and the related requirements,” emphasizes Peter Hildenbrand, Director Business Development at the ISO-Gruppe. „As BARIG’s business partner, we can help shape the necessary transformation in many areas of the aviation industry and contribute our expertise to this process.” The ISO-Gruppe employs around 700 people at several locations in Europe and North America. The ISO-Gruppe’s customers include scheduled and leisure airlines, airports, aircraft manufacturers, as well as leading providers in the fields of tourism and telecommunications.

Training

Pipistrel Nuuva V300 to make show debut at the Paris Air Show

Paris, 12th June 2025: Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company will showcase the Nuuva V300 and Pipistrel’s configurable special missions platform, Surveyor at the static display.The company will attend the Paris Air Show from June 16-19 in Le Bourget, Paris, France and these display will be part of the company’s airshow presence. Nuuva V300 The Nuuva V300, a long-range, large-capacity hybrid-electric VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) unmanned (cargo drone) aircraft, successfully completed its first hover flight in January 2025. This milestone marks an advancement in the development of advanced, sustainable and versatile unmanned aerial system (UAS). Designed to carry a 600-pound payload over a range of up to 300 nautical miles, the Nuuva is capable of operating from paved or unimproved surfaces. The aircraft is engineered to load cargo through the nose of the fuselage, simplifying the process for operators and allowing for multiple payload configurations. Built to support a capacity of more than 100 cubic feet, it can hold up to three cargo pallets or be loaded with loose cargo, enhancing its utility for a variety of logistics needs. Surveyor Highlights Pipistrel’s Special Missions Focus Pipistrel’s special missions platform, Surveyor, is trusted across the world by defense, surveillance and civil authorities in multiple configurations. Fully configurable, the Surveyor can be deployed as a piloted, unpiloted aerial vehicle (UAV) or optionally piloted aircraft, offering a cost-effective solution for demanding missions. The Surveyor offers significant mission advantages including a low drag design for the ability to complete long distance, extreme endurance and high-altitude operations together with flexible payload configurations. In addition to the superior field of view the high wing provides, the aircraft has an extremely low noise signature and it is adept for short and unimproved runways.

Recent News

Boeing to Focus on Customers, Innovation and Partnership at Paris Air Show 2025

LE BOURGET, PARIS, June 10,2025: Boeing [NYSE: BA] will focus on advancing innovation, partnerships and collaboration at the 2025 Paris Air Show. “We continue to make fundamental changes across Boeing to strengthen safety, quality and our culture, and we are seeing steady improvement in our performance,” said Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg. “We look forward to connecting with our customers and partners at Le Bourget to demonstrate the work underway to restore trust and move Boeing forward.” Boeing will exhibit various commercial and defense capabilities, autonomous technologies and comprehensive services. The static displays will feature customer commercial jets and defense fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft. Displays and Experiences Visitors to the Boeing Pavilion (C-2) will experience immersive and fully interactive product and technology displays spanning Boeing’s portfolio, along with a full-size 777X interior section with its wider cabin and spacious architecture and the 777-8 Freighter Theater. A broad range of products and services will be highlighted, such as defense integrated and mission-critical capabilities, global parts resources, sustainment services, maintenance and training solutions, commercial airplane modification services and cutting-edge cabin interiors designs. The exhibit will also host the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model, a data-modeling and visualization tool that assesses options to reduce aviation’s footprint. The adjoining Wisk Aero Pavilion will showcase its 6th generation all-electric, autonomous passenger aircraft. Visitors can explore the innovative design and technology behind this Advanced Air Mobility solution, reinforcing Wisk’s leadership in the market. Qatar Airways will display its special liveried 777-300ER showcasing the Paris Saint-Germain team. The U.S. Department of Defense corral will feature a range of Boeing products including the C-17, CH-47, F-15, F/A-18, KC-46 and P-8. Conference Speakers and Engagements Boeing leaders will participate in a number of conferences before and at the airshow on the topics of defense, sustainability, maintenance and future

Recent News

IAI to Unveil Advanced Technologies and Showcase Proven Systems at Paris Air Show 2025

Tel Aviv, Israel,11th June 2025: IAI (Israel Aerospace Industries) will showcase an extensive range of cutting-edge air, land and space systems in the upcoming Paris Air Show, taking place 16-22 June at the Le Bourget airfield (booth #H3-B64). Boaz Levy, President & CEO of IAI said, “IAI’s participation in the Paris Air Show demonstrates our commitment to being at the forefront of aerospace and defense innovation. This prestigious exhibition is an important opportunity for us to showcase our latest proven systems and technologies to both existing and potential partners. We look forward to highlighting how our solutions address the evolving needs of today’s defense and aerospace landscape.” At the show, IAI will highlight the following systems and solutions at its booth: Arrow Anti-Ballistic Missile Air Defense System is the world’s first operational, national, stand-alone ATBM missile system, designed to intercept ballistic missiles outside the earth’s atmosphere and plays a central role in the State of Israel’s multilayer defense. Barak MX integrated air and missile defense systems, a network-centric solution which enable incoming threats to be managed and neutralized. In operational use with the Israel Navy and other armed forces around the world. Heron MK II Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle in operational use by more than 20 customers, among them the Israeli Air Force, the German Air Force and others. Scorpius-G Electronic Warfare system, which is able, in parallel, to receive, block, and interfere with secure communications from multiple threats at different frequencies and from different directions. WIND DEMON, a new generation affordable Long-Range Air-to-Surface Cruise Missile designed to neutralize a wide range of targets at great distances. AIR LORA, a long-range Air Launched Ballistic Missile (ALBM) developed for missions against high-quality and well-protected targets such as command centers, air force bases, infrastructure and naval vessels in dense littorals. Boeing B777-300ER aircraft, which is undergoing conversion from a passenger- to a freight- configuration and can carry 100 tons of cargo, the largest capacity in converted airplanes to date. IAI is the world leader in aircraft upgrade and conversion, and this latest example joins previous aircraft types such as the B767-200/300, B747-400, and the B737-700/800, which the company has successfully converted. ( News published on the basis of Press Release on as shared basis without any edit)

Recent News

Akasa Air adds 29th aircraft in its fleet underscoring ambitious growth plans

Delhi, 9th June 2025: Akasa Air announced the addition of its 29th aircraft to its fleet, strengthening its position as a key player in the country’s aviation sector. The first leg of the delivery flight commenced from Seattle, USA, to Keflavik, Iceland, and concluded with the final leg from Kuwait to Bengaluru, India. Bearing registration number VT-YBG, the Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 aircraft arrived at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on 09 June 2025. The induction of this aircraft comes within 33 months of Akasa Air’s operations, highlighting Akasa’s consistent and strategic approach to scaling with reliability, efficiency, and service excellence at its core. The latest addition to the fleet aligns with the airline’s disciplined growth strategy and long-term commitment to serve the Indian skies. The airline’s robust fleet growth is backed by a historic order of 226 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, placed within only 17 months of its commercial launch, making it the fastest airline to achieve such a milestone in a short period. With 29 aircraft now operational and 197 more scheduled for delivery over the next eight years, Akasa Air is building one of the youngest and most efficient fleet in the world. The 737 MAX fleet supports the airline’s long-term growth plans while delivering 20% better fuel efficiency and a 40% smaller noise footprint, underscoring Akasa Air’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence.

RCS

FLY91’s starts flight from Solapur to Goa

Panaji, 9th June 2025: FLY91, the regional airline has commenced operations on the Goa–Solapur–Goa route on Monday, 9th June.The inaugural flight which took off from Solapur to Goa was flagged off by Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Co-operation, Murlidhar Mohol and other key dignitaries. “With the arrival of FLY91’s inaugural flight from Goa, Solapur is now on the aviation map of India. The air transport connectivity will ease the travel of individuals who travel to Solapur for pilgrimage, business and more,” Mohol said at a ceremony held at the Solapur airport ahead of FLY91’s inaugural flight to Goa. The Goa–Solapur–Goa flight will operate four times a week (Mon-Fri-Sat-Sun) at the scheduled timings. With Solapur now added to its route map, the airline connects a total of eight cities, including four in Maharashtra: Pune, Jalgaon, Sindhudurg and Solapur. “Today is a historic day in the lives of the people of Solapur. The efforts of many individuals have gone into making this airport operational and the subsequent start of FLY91’s Goa – Solapur – Goa sector, which witnessed its inaugural flight today. The very first flight from Goa landed at the Solapur Airport earlier today. Goa is a gateway to the rest of India and international destinations. The people of Goa now have an additional option to fly to Goa in addition to travelling to Mumbai via road,” Gore said on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, Manoj Chacko, MD and CEO of FLY91, said: “FLY91’s newly introduced Goa–Solapur–Goa route not only improves access between Goa and Solapur but also plays a significant role in bridging two important regions with strong cultural, spiritual and economic prowess. This route will support tourism, business and easier access for families and pilgrims. At FLY91, our goal is to improve regional air connectivity and Solapur is a key addition to our growing network.” FLY91 aims to strengthen its regional network in Maharashtra by launching direct flights from Nanded to Goa and Bengaluru, in July this year, Chacko further added.

Civil Aviation

Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines start strategic codeshare partnership

Abu Dhabi, 9th June 2025: Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines activated their codeshare agreement, strengthening connectivity between Africa and Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. This bilateral partnership enhances global travel opportunities for guests, with seats available to book now. Ethiopian will start services from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) on 15 July, and Etihad Airways introducing daily flights to Addis Ababa starting 8 October. This is the first step ahead of implementation of the groundbreaking Joint Venture agreed between Etihad and Ethiopian in March 2025 unlocking greater travel opportunities for passengers across both networks.The codeshare lets guests simplify their journeys by making a single booking with one check-in process at the start and the added convenience of having their baggage transferred to their final destination. Arik De, Etihad’s Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer said: “By leveraging our combined networks, we are unlocking seamless travel opportunities between Africa and Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Easy connections via Abu Dhabi and Addis Ababa, will enhance flexibility, boosting trade and tourism, and delivering unparalleled travel experiences to guests of both airlines.” Under this partnership, Etihad passengers will gain access to Ethiopian Airlines’ extensive African network, with connections via Addis Ababa to 55 destinations across 33 countries, including Entebbe, Kinshasa, Kigali, Lusaka, Harare and Victoria Falls expanding their travel options across the continent. At the same time, Ethiopian Airlines passengers can book itineraries connecting to Etihad-operated flights through Abu Dhabi, with onward service to 20 key destinations across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East including Sydney, Krabi, Colombo and Phnom Penh. As part of its commitment to Africa’s growing demand for air travel, Etihad is significantly expanding its network in 2025, introducing new destinations and increased frequencies to strengthen links across the continent.

Civil Aviation

Air India extends self check-in & baggage drop facilities to destinations in EU, UK & Canada

Gurugram, 9th June 2025: Air India has rolled out an integrated self-check-in and baggage-drop service for its passengers flying from India to all destinations operated by the airline in Europe, the UK and Canada. Air India was the first airline to have introduced this service from India to international destinations in the US and Australia, besides airports in the domestic network. Air India is now extending the facility to a total of 19 airports – London (Heathrow and Gatwick), Birmingham, Paris, Vienna, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Milan, Zurich, Toronto, Vancouver and to all five destinations in US (New York, Newark, Chicago, Washington and San Francisco) and two in Australia (Sydney and Melbourne) – from airports in India. The initiative reaffirms Air India’s commitment to leveraging technology to elevate customer experience and deliver world-class service across every touchpoint. The integrated self-check-in and baggage-drop service offers smooth and faster check-in process at the airport, significantly enhancing passenger experience. With this facility, Air India passengers can enjoy a seamless digital process to print boarding passes and baggage tags and drop bags on their own, eliminating the need to queue up for check in at counters. The kiosks allow travellers to customise their trips by selecting and even paying for their preferred seats or update their frequent flyer number and contact details. This initiative cuts down on the time spent queueing up at the counters and helps passengers breeze through the airport to reach their boarding gates in time. Over the last one year, Air India has introduced several customer initiatives including the Premium Lobby that offers exclusive check-in for first, business, and premium economy passengers, the dedicated Family Assistance counters at Delhi airport offering support to passengers travelling with family, city-side check-in counters at Delhi and Hyderabad helping passengers skip queues at airport counters and Self Check-in and Baggage-drop service. These initiatives are further elevating Air India’s customer experience to global standards that are now reflecting in our NPS (customer satisfaction) scores.

Recent News

ISMA partners with IATA and Praj Industries to advance SAF certification in India

Delhi, 9th June 2025: In a step towards decarbonizing India’s aviation sector, ISMA, in collaboration with IATA and Praj Industries, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the certification and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The collaboration aims to accurately determine the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of SAF produced from Indian sugarcane feedstock via the Ethanol-to-Jet (ETJ) pathway—a crucial milestone in demonstrating the economic viability of indigenous SAF solutions and enabling a truly just energy transition. With India targeting a 1% SAF blending mandate by 2027, increasing up to 5% by 2030 under CORSIA, this partnership underscores a shared commitment to sustainability and the reduction of aviation emissions—an area widely acknowledged as among the most challenging to decarbonize. However, the absence of an officially accepted carbon intensity value for the Indian sugarcane-to-SAF conversion process via Alcohol to Jet pathway presents a significant barrier—limiting the eligibility of Indian biomass feedstock under CORSIA. This MoU strategically builds upon ISMA’s ongoing collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to calculate the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Indian sugarcane-based SAF this critical gap. With the immense potential of India’s sugar industry to produce the world’s lowest carbon intensity SAF through the Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) pathway—an internationally recognized and commercially proven technology—India is well-positioned to emerge as a regional hub for SAF production. Overall estimates indicate a production potential of 19–24 million tonnes annually, underscoring the need for swift, on-ground implementation through stakeholder-driven partnerships like this. Deepak Ballani, Director General of ISMA, emphasized, “The success of the Government of India’s Ethanol Blending Programme has proven the sugar industry’s ability to deliver climate impact at scale while supporting rural livelihoods. SAF is the next big step—where India can lead as Asia’s foremost supplier, and this will be the best possible demonstration of the industry’s capacity. This partnership is key to unlocking new markets, creating green jobs, and driving a just, science-led energy transition.” This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in building the scientific foundation necessary to scale SAF production in India, enabling Indian producers to access global markets, reaffirming India’s commitment to climate leadership and innovation in aviation, reinforcing the country’s long-term vision for a Viksit Bharat.

Business Aviation

Ascend Airways adds 5th aircraft to growing fleet, secures Canadian AOC

London, 8th June 2025: Ascend Airways, UK-based ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) and charter airline, has taken delivery of its 5th aircraft – Boeing 737-8 MAX. Part of Avia Solutions Group, the airline has also secured its Canadian Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC), marking another significant milestone in its rapid expansion. The aircraft, registered as G-ULIT, received its Certificate of Airworthiness on June 3, 2025 and will be immediately deployed onto a long-term wet lease contract. This addition represents the fourth Boeing 737-8 MAX in Ascend Airways’ fleet. “I want to thank the entire team at Ascend Airways for their hard work and dedication in adding three aircraft over the past two months,” says Alastair Willson, CEO of Ascend Airways. “Our growing fleet positions us perfectly to meet the growing demand for reliable ACMI services in the UK and other markets with the newest generation of aircraft.” This has been a year of significant growth for Ascend Airways, which started 2025 with just two aircraft and now operates five. The airline plans to add further Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft over the coming months, with the goal of operating a total of eight aircraft by year-end. The Boeing 737-8 MAX aligns with Ascend Airways’ strategy of offering the latest technology and most fuel-efficient aircraft to customers. The MAX 8 reduces CO2 emissions by 20% and has a 40% lower noise footprint compared to previous-generation aircraft, enabling customers to reduce their environmental impact when adding capacity. In addition to fleet expansion, Ascend Airways has received its Canadian FAOC, which allows the airline to commence ACMI operations in Canada. The approval comes in time for the peak season of travel in Canada during the IATA Winter season of which Ascend Airways currently has availability on B737-8 MAX aircraft. Ascend Airways is also in the final stages of gaining it’s FAA 129 approvals which will allow the Airline to operate ACMI and Charter flights to the US and also in the process of gaining it’s IOSA approvals.

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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