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Air India’s Boeing 777-300ER takes to the skies after six years

March 19, 2026 by Ajay 4 Comments

Air India Engineering Services Limited has brought back to life a six-year-long grounded Boeing 777 for Air India. That is a story in itself.

Qatar Airways Privilege Club offers status relief amid disruption

March 19, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

Qatar Airways was the first to play its cards about what the 20-day operational disruption (and more to come, perhaps) means for the airline’s loyal customers. Here are the details.

DGCA puts the genie back in the bottle: 60% of seats on a flight to be offered free of cost for selection

March 18, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows the interior of an empty airplane cabin. There are rows of blue seats on either side of a central aisle. The overhead compartments are closed, and the lighting is bright, giving a clean and orderly appearance.

The Ministry wants that most seats become non-chargeable, 12 years after they allowed all seats to be charged.

Air India mounting 36 additional international flights into Europe and North America in wake of the Middle East conflicts

March 17, 2026 by Ajay 1 Comment

Air India is operating over 10,000 seats to repatriate people stuck in India, Europe, or North America who are unable to travel due to the Middle East Conflict. Here are the details.

Dubai’s Aviation Regulator suspends arrivals for foreign airlines at Dubai’s Airports till further notice

March 16, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows an empty airport terminal with a modern, curved ceiling and large windows allowing natural light to fill the space. Rows of empty seats line both sides of the terminal, and signs for gates C5 and C7 are visible. The floor is shiny and reflective, and there are some plants in decorative planters.

Dubai’s airports are shut to international airlines intending to operate flights into either DXB or DWC. The intent is safety of these airlines and their passengers. Here are the details.

Akasa Air’s new fuel surcharges start today

March 15, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image is a digital illustration depicting an Akasa Air airplane taking off at an airport during sunset. In the foreground, there is a barrel labeled "Jet Fuel" with fuel spilling out, a red upward arrow, and stacks of gold coins with a currency symbol. There are also Akasa Air boarding passes, a calculator, and a suitcase. The text reads "Akasa Adds Fuel Surcharges to Ticket Prices."

Akasa has started charging a new fuel surcharge on domestic and international flights in the coming days. Existing bookings are not affected.

IndiGo’ new fuel surcharges start today

March 14, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image depicts a collage related to airline ticket pricing. It features an IndiGo airplane on a runway with a large ticket showing "FUEL SURCHARGE ADDED" prominently. In the foreground, there are stacks of currency notes, a fuel nozzle pouring liquid onto the money, and a calculator. A red upward arrow symbolizes increasing costs, and another airplane is seen flying in the background.

IndiGo has started charging a new fuel surcharge for domestic and international flights in the coming days. Existing bookings are not affected.

Marriott Bonvoy increases Free Night Award top-up limit to 25,000 points (enhancing the HDFC Bank Marriott Bonvoy Card in India too!)

March 13, 2026 by Ajay 3 Comments

The image features a scenic view of an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, surrounded by trees and a modern building. Overlaid on the image is a promotional graphic with text that reads: "New! Free Night Award + Add up to 25,000 Points = Dream Vacation." The text suggests a travel or hotel promotion.

Marriott Bonvoy made a smooth move last night, enhancing the top-up value of the Free Night Awards they issue. Here are the details.

Air India and Air India Express’s new fuel surcharges start today, and here is how to beat them

March 12, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image features an Air India airplane flying upwards with a red arrow pointing in the same direction, symbolizing an increase. Below, there is a large oil barrel surrounded by flames, with a yellow oil drop symbol on it. Dollar signs are floating around, indicating rising costs. A fuel pump nozzle is dripping fuel in the foreground. The text at the top reads, "Air India Fuel Surcharge Going Up!"

Air India has started charging a new fuel surcharge for domestic flights, and enhanced fuel surcharge for international flights in the coming days. Existing bookings are not affected.

Air India Express flight from Hyderabad suffers hard landing in Phuket; loses landing gear and shuts airport

March 11, 2026 by Ajay Leave A Comment

The image shows an Air India Express airplane landing on a runway. The aircraft is a Boeing 737, and its wheels are touching down, creating a cloud of smoke. The plane has a colorful tail design with orange, teal, and white patterns. In the background, there are trees and a building.

Air India Express had a mishap while landing at Phuket today, where the 737 MAX operating the flight had a bumpy landing and lost its landing gear on the runway as it came down. Everyone was evacuated safely.