KLM currently operates daily Delhi-Amsterdam and 3x weekly Mumbai-Amsterdam flights with a 787-9. KLM will receive the first 787-10 in June 2019.
KLM to launch Boeing 787-10s (with new Business Class) between Amsterdam and India
GoAir grounds over 20% of their aircraft and delays delivery of new ones
GoAir, with a fleet of 47 aircraft is one of the laziest expansion stories in Indian aviation. And now, they have grounded 20% of their aircraft, and put their huge order book in storage.
IndiGo starts domestic operations out of Mumbai Terminal 2
IndiGo has announced new domestic flights out of Mumbai’s Terminal 2. This expansion will take the IndiGo passengers to a new domestic flying experience for the first time, and would be welcome.
Last Week At The Lounge: April 7, 2019
An iPhone XR for INR 40,000 or an airplane without a middle seat. Missed out any stories? Here is a smart recap of all the 19 stories about credit card offers, aviation, the emerging situation of Jet Airways and everything else.
American Express Hilton Offer: INR 12,000 ($175) statement credit
A new Amex Hilton Statement Credit allows you to now receive INR 4000 ($58) statement credit over 3 stays at Hilton Hotels, paid for by July 2019. This great promotion allows you to totally get a statement credit of INR 12K, which is no small deal!
Jet Airways switches off inflight entertainment on long-haul flights
Jet Airways has switched off the IFE for their flights since April 1, and the airline has also shut down lounge access for Business Class passengers at Delhi, Hyderabad and Mumbai.
Even SpiceJet adds more flights from Mumbai
A few Jet Airways slots are redistributed in light of the current situation. Vistara and AirAsia have added a few flights out of Mumbai, so has SpiceJet.
United temporarily suspends Delhi – Newark service
United is operating its non-stop flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Newark with a technical halt due to Pakistan airspace closure. United has cancelled Delhi service for now.
Inmarsat-BSNL and Airtel get closer to provide in-flight WiFi
Inmarsat-BSNL and Airtel have secured an inflight and maritime connectivity service provider license in India. They can now provide in-flight WiFi in India.
Deal: Get the iPhone XR at INR 40K with your HDFC Bank Credit Card
Combine the new iPhone XR price drop with an old trick in the book to make sure you get the iPhone XR for the cheapest you will ever get it. At INR 40,000. Check inside for how.
Vistara adds 5 flights to Bangalore out of Mumbai, Air Asia gets slots too!
Jet Airways’ unused slots at Mumbai airport are being temporarily redistributed to other airlines. That means Vistara and AirAsia India have quickly added new flights.
