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    Etihad unveils its premium sale with luxury travel

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    Abu Dhabi, May 19th 2025: Etihad Airways has launched an exclusive Premium sale, with up to 30% off on Business fares, offering travellers the chance to experience luxury travel at exceptional prices across its expanding global network.Available until Wednesday 21 May, the offer features Business fares to sought-after summer destinations and our new destinations Sochi and Prague. These special fares starting from INR 143225 are valid for travel between 2 June 2025 and 30 Sep 2025. Wei Jin, VP Revenue Management at Etihad Airways, said: “Summer is a time for unforgettable experiences, and we’re making luxury travel more accessible with these exceptional Premium Cabin offers. These Premium sale fares allow travellers to turn their dream summer holiday into reality, enjoying the comfort, space and personalised service that defines Etihad’s premium experience.” The special promotion follows Etihad’s reveal of its new A321LR aircraft cabins, bringing the luxury Etihad is renowned for on its widebody fleet to short and medium-haul routes. The new aircraft features exclusive First Suites with private, enclosed spaces and spacious Business seats with fully-flat beds, transforming regional travel with Etihad’s signature premium experience.Premium guests across the Etihad network enjoy à la carte dining, access to dedicated lounges, and the airline’s signature hospitality. When booking flights with Etihad, guests have the option to add a stopover in Abu Dhabi and select a complimentary hotel stay of up to two nights in a range of premier hotels across the city as part of the online booking process. Stopover packages are only available when booking direct on etihad.com. Guests travelling to the U.S. benefit from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, enabling them to arrive in the United States of America as domestic passengers – ensuring a smooth and time-saving arrival experience.

    Cargo

    Mondial Airlines Services GmbH wins Coyne Airways’ Germany GSA tender

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    Amsterdam, May 19th, 2025: Global GSA Group subsidiary, Mondial Airline Services GmbH has won the GSA tender to represent Coyne Airways across Germany, with a primary focus on the airline’s scheduled freighter business from Frankfurt via Liège to the Caspian region (Georgia and Armenia), and flexible connections to the Middle East, and Africa. Mondial Airlines Services GmbH became Coyne Airways’ GSA in Germany on 17 April 2025, and now represents a unique cargo business that has been firmly established and built over a period of more than thirty years. The GSA contract core focus is on Coyne Airways’ two direct Boeing 767 freighter flights out of Liège on Sundays and Tuesdays, to Tbilisi (TBS) in Georgia, and Yerevan (EVN) in Armenia. Mondial arranges the corresponding truck connections to and from Frankfurt, carrying regular shipments of automotives, car parts, health care products, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and foodstuffs. The contract also encompasses a strong Gulf service offering a flight network of more than 30 lesser-served destinations across the Middle East and Africa, via transit hubs in Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai (DWC) in the UAE. These include destinations such as Kabul (KBL) in Afghanistan, Baghdad (BGW), Basra (BSR), Erbil (EBL) and Sulaimaniyah (ISU) in Iraq, Asmara (ASM) in Eritrea, Juba (JUB) in South Sudan, and Ndjamena (NDJ) in Chad, for example. “Local market expertise is the foundation for business success. With its offices in Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart and Hamburg, and proven sales excellence, we are confident that Mondial will deliver the high quality response times and customer service levels that our customers at Coyne Airways expect and deserve,” says Larry Coyne, Chief Executive Officer of Coyne Airways. “And, as we continue to expand, Mondial will be able to provide the additional resources necessary to meet the increasing demand for our freighter services to the Caucasus region, the Middle East and Africa.” “To count such an established and unique airline model as Coyne Airways as our latest partner is both an honour and an inspiration for us at Global GSA Group and Mondial Airline Services GmbH, in particular,” states Zafer Aggunduz, Chief Commercial Officer, Global GSA Group. “Our GSA teams across Germany pride themselves in the entrepreneurial spirit, agility and product knowledge required to act as a perfect extension of Coyne Airways in their local markets. We look forward to contributing to Coyne Airways’ continued success.” “Coyne Airways is an outstanding example of how flexibility and reliability can be perfectly in tune,” says Aytekin Saray, Chief Executive Officer of Global GSA Group. “Its service covers the entire spectrum of cargo commodities from pharma to dangerous goods, and connects many of the more challenging and lesser-served destinations, so processes need to be expertly organised and all eventualities considered to ensure the quality expected by its customers. Mondial Airline Services GmbH is always ready to make the seemingly impossible effortlessly possible, in line with its airline partner’s philosophy.”

    Tourism

    Moscow offers tourist cards for Indian for cash less transactions

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    Moscow, May 19th 2025: Starting from now, Indian travellers to Moscow can obtain the Tourist Card at the new travel and banking office of Sber, the largest Russian bank, located in the city center, not far from the Red Square — on Bolshaya Dmitrovka Street. The new travel and banking office of Sber combines the capabilities of Sber’s banking office and a Tourist Information Center, which is multifunctional space for guests of the capital where tourists can get essential information for their visit to Moscow. Right here travelers can pick up the plastic Tourist card, make necessary payments, currency exchanges and transfers. Consultations are possible in several languages — the Tourist Information Center specialists speak Russian, English and Arabic, while the Sber bank employees speak Russian and English. At new space tourists can also create an individual travel plan based on their personal preferences and take free booklets with information about the city. The booklets are also provided in several languages — Russian, English, Chinese and Arabic. The travel and banking Sber office provides a lounge area where tourists can rest, try traditional Moscow treats, taste some selections from The Moscow Tea Shop. While adults are planning their itinerary, kids can play in the children’s zone that was created jointly with the animation studio “Soyuzmultfilm”, which gave the world legendary Soviet cartoons. The Tourist Card operates with Russian MIR payment system and it is a new payment solution that helps foreign visitors make cashless payments, as VISA and Mastercard do not work in Russia. The Tourist Card is compatible with local merchants, public transport, and attractions. With no monthly maintenance fees, it’s a cost-effective choice for tourists, allowing seamless payments for dining, transportation, and more. Travelers can register for a Yoomoney profile and obtain a virtual Tourist Card before leaving their home country. The process requires only a phone number — no Russian SIM card is needed—making it accessible for international visitors. It is also possible to order the card in advance and have it delivered by mail to their home country or a hotel, though a physical card isn’t always necessary, as most places in Moscow allow payments using QR codes through the YooMoney app. Android users can add the card to Yoomoney Pay in the mobile app and pay by tapping their phone via NFC. For iOS users, payments can be made by scanning QR codes through the app — a widely accepted method across the country. Once in Moscow, the card can be topped up with cash at ATMs that support Yoomoney, providing a straightforward way to add funds using local currency. This initiative comes at a time when Moscow has witnessed a substantial influx of foreign guests. For example, nearly 86,000 tourists visited Moscow from India in 2024, representing a 1.4-fold increase compared to 2023. This significant uptick in international arrivals underscores the city’s evolving status as a premier global travel destination.

    Airports

    SFO expects passenger traffic growth for summer travel season

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    SAN FRANCISCO , May 19th, 2025: The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) highlighted the upcoming start of the summer travel season with tips for passengers, information on parking, upcoming facility enhancements, and a program of live music in the terminals. The summer travel season will begin in earnest on Friday, May 23, 2025, with approximately 160,000 forecasted passengers traveling through SFO. In total, 16.2 million travelers are expected at SFO between Memorial Day and Labor Day, an increase of approximately 4% over summer 2024 levels and 93% of pre-pandemic summer levels. SFO recommends travelers allow extra time Passengers traveling during the summer season are strongly encouraged to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure for domestic flights and 3 hours prior to departure for international flights. TSA REAL ID requirement Effective May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) had mandated all passengers of 18 and older to present a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or other acceptable form of identification at TSA checkpoints nationwide. Travelers who do not meet this requirement should allow extra time for the security screening process. Parking garages expected to be full – book in advance SFO expects parking garages to be at or near capacity during the summer travel season. SFO recommends that travelers take public transit or share rides to the airport. For parking, the Airport recommends travelers book parking early using SFO’s online booking system, which allows users to choose their parking dates and times and enter payment information to complete a booking in advance. New restaurants coming to Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Coming this summer, new restaurants will be opening in Harvey Milk Terminal 1, including Balboa Café, Taste of the City, and SF Eats Food Hall, a five-concession food court. Terminal 3 West Modernization project is underway The $2.6B Terminal 3 West Modernization project will renovate the existing 650,000 square foot western half of Terminal 3, including a seismic retrofit, an expanded security checkpoint and new passenger amenities. The project will also create 200,000 square feet of additional space, allowing for expanded food, beverage, and retail concessions. The expanded section is expected to open in fall 2027. An interim corridor will allow passengers to traverse from various terminals and boarding areas around the project site and will be in use for the next four years. The walkway consists of two sections; the first, 440 feet in length, begins in Terminal 3 near Gate E2 and ends in the existing rotunda food court area in Terminal 3. The second section, 1000 feet long, runs from the food court to an existing post-security walkway to the International G gates. SFO had previously connected all passenger terminals post-security, and this interim corridor continues that connectivity. Experiential series brings San Francisco events to airport travelers SFO’s experiential series that brings San Francisco’s neighborhoods and cultural events directly to airport guests. The “SFO Celebrates” program features live performances, music, demonstrations and arts & crafts.

    Cargo

    Emirates unveils its highly anticipated bespoke A380 livery for Courier Express Service

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    Dubai,19th May 2025: Emirates has unveiled its highly anticipated bespoke A380 livery, dedicated to its new door-to-door delivery solution, Emirates Courier Express. The iconic passenger aircraft will take to the skies, reinforcing Emirates’ commitment to redefining the express delivery experience by merging its four-decade experience of moving people and goods worldwide. Managed in-house at Emirates Engineering, the Emirates Courier Express livery required the A380 to undergo a full repaint, as part of an expansive project encompassing design, production installation and painting of the livery to bring the customised aircraft to life. Inspired by brown paper packages, the aircraft’s nose and fuselage are wrapped in kraft paper, torn to reveal the UAE flag on the tailfin and the Emirates Courier Express logo emblazoned on each side. The logo also adorns each of the four engines, while the belly features the classic red Emirates branding. A large ‘special delivery’ stamp, coupled with instantly recognisable handling stamps decorate the body, bringing the design to life. The striking nose-to-tail livery highlights exactly what makes this door-to-door express delivery solution so innovative: the seamless integration between Emirates’ fleet of over 250 widebody aircraft and high-frequency global network, with Emirates SkyCargo’s world-class infrastructure and deep understanding of logistics. It also marks the first cargo inspired livery on an Emirates’ passenger aircraft. The Emirates Courier Express A380 took off to O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg this week, carrying both passengers and parcels directly to their destination.

    Recent News

    MoD( State) to lead the Indian delegation at 17th Langkawi IMAE in Malaysia

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    New Delhi, 19th May 2025: Minister of Defence( State) Mr. Sanjay Seth will lead an Indian delegation at the 17th edition of Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025), being held at Langkawi, Malaysia from May 20 to 24, 2025. An Indian Pavilion is set up in LIMA 2025, which will be inaugurated by Minister of Defence( State). Many DPSUs including Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Bharat Dynamics Limited, BEML, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited & Gliders India Limited and private defence companies will be participating in the exhibition & showcasing the Indian defence industry prowess. This year, Indian assets including Dornier aircraft and an Indian Naval Ship will also participate in LIMA 2025. On the sidelines of the exhibition, MoD( State) will also call on Malaysian Minister of Defence Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin. The visit will further consolidate the bilateral defence cooperation and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. India and Malaysia have a robust and multifaceted relationship which has expanded into several strategic areas, including defence & security. Both the countries are committed to work under the vision of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established during the visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia in 2024. LIMA, established in 1991 and held biennially, is regarded as one of the largest and most significant maritime & aerospace exhibitions in the Asia-Pacific region.

    Recent News

    Aeroprime group has launched ‘glid’ – the NG unified airline retailing platform

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    New Delhi, 16th May: Aeroprime Group has announced the launch of Glid – a next-generation, unified airline retailing platform that seamlessly connects leading airlines to travel sellers through a single connection, plug-and-play technology.Through a single API integration, OTAs, consolidators, and travel sellers can instantly access airline fares, ancillaries, and inventory from an expanding global network of Full-Service Carriers (FSCs) and Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs), including NDC and XML API-based content. By eliminating integration complexities and delays, delivering 24 x 7 managed customer service, and enhancing omnichannel efficiency, Glid empowers airlines to accelerate time to market and unlock new revenue opportunities all through one powerful, service driven platform. “Glid is our vision for the future of seamless air retailing,” said Abhishek Goyal, CEO & Executive Director, Glid (Part of Aeroprime Group). “It bridges the gap between airlines and travel sellers through a unified, fast, and scalable platform. Over the years, we’ve seen how fragmented and inefficient airline distribution can limit growth for both airlines and travel sellers. With Glid, we’ve created a platform that not only simplifies integration but also empowers our partners to unlock new revenue streams, expand market reach, deliver superior customer experiences, and scale faster. This launch is just the beginning, a step towards a future where every connection with the consumer is intelligent, frictionless, and built for growth.”

    Events

    Industry calls for decarbonisation of the whole aviation ecosystem at Sustainable Skies World Summit 2025

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    Farnborough, 16th May 2025: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is only one of the many solutions that can be put in place to support the aviation industry’s journey to Net Zero, but the decarbonisation of the entire ecosystem is the only way to move forward with impact, international industry professionals have agreed at the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2025. The summit, which took place 14-15 May 2025, featured over 90 speakers on the agenda, a 110% Y-O-Y increase, and welcomed over 1,300 attendees across the international industry to discuss strategic insights, practical solutions, and the high-level collaboration needed to shape a net-zero future. Across the two-day event, speakers discussed the ‘significant choices’ the industry must ensure they invest in the right solutions, but the continued lack of wider infrastructure and the geopolitical uncertainty are slowing down the process of decision making. Organised by Farnborough International, the event hosted a Jet Zero Council working group meeting, attended by the Minister for Industry, Sarah Jones MP, to discuss the efforts to deliver net zero and zero-emission aviation through UK production of zero-emission flights and SAF. New for 2025, the show developed a Careers Fair, designed to support students in preparing for their future careers and provide an opportunity for the aerospace industry to directly engage with students who are interested in a career within the sector. In addition, following industry feedback, interactive workshops were held to focus on tackling aviation’s most pressing challenges and exploring opportunities to shape a more sustainable future in a collaborative, hands-on format. One of the speakers,Cesar Pereira, Head of Sustainability for Commercial Aviation at Embraer, said, “There is no one silver bullet to solve the decarbonisation of the industry by 2050. We must advance on all fronts – from policies, regulations, and financing to technology and aircraft design. As an OEM, we need to be involved in those discussions, and being at a place like the Sustainable Skies World Summit is a great opportunity for us to discuss with other industry players and stakeholders. We can get a lot of results from being present here, talking to people, and knowing what’s going on in the market.” Discussing the success of the fourth instalment of the event, Gareth Rogers, CEO of Farnborough International, said, “At Farnborough International, we are proud to have convened the international aviation ecosystem yet again at the Sustainable Skies World Summit. We have seen a 46% increase in attendance this year, highlighting the growing demand for a show that focuses on the entire ecosystem, from the future workforce to international c-suite-level. Decisions and progress need to be made need to be made in decarbonising the sector.”

    Airports

    MoS Civil Aviation inaugurates new ATC Tower cum Technical Block cum Fire Station at Kolhapur Airport

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    Kolhapur, 15th May 2025; As a significant moment for Maharashtra’s aviation growth as Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol inaugurated the new ATC Tower cum Technical Block cum Fire Station at Kolhapur Airport, and flagged off the inaugural Star Air flight between Kolhapur and Nagpur. These upgrades aim to enhance air safety, bolster emergency services, and strengthen regional air connectivity across Maharashtra. The Minister expressed deep gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that every region benefits from modern and inclusive aviation infrastructure.

    Civil Aviation

    Etihad orders 28 wide-body Boeing aircraft for fleet expansion

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    Abu Dhabi,16th May 2025: Etihad Airways is further expanding its fleet with confirming an order for 28 wide-body Boeing aircraft. Since 2023, the airline has steadily grown its fleet as part of a long-term strategy to double in size by 2030. This reflects Etihad’s ongoing approach to aligning its fleet with evolving network and operational needs. The agreement includes a mix of Boeing 787 and 777X aircraft, powered by GE engines and supported by a services package. These aircraft are expected to join the fleet from 2028 onwards and will support Etihad’s existing plans for growth in connectivity, operational efficiency, and guest experience. “This commitment reflects our approach of carefully managing our fleet and expanding in line with demand and our long-term network plans,” said Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer, Etihad Airways. “Since 2023, we’ve made consistent additions to our fleet, and this latest step ensures we continue to meet our future requirements.” Etihad is currently finalising a detailed plan that will shape the airline’s strategy through to 2035. The additional Boeing aircraft will form part of that evolving roadmap, ensuring the airline is well positioned to deliver extraordinary customer experiences and to remain financially self sustainable. “This addition reflects Abu Dhabi’s ongoing investment in aviation as a key enabler of connectivity, tourism, and trade,” said Neves. “Etihad’s continued growth supports broader economic opportunity in the UAE and beyond.”

    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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