Oneworld alliance will see a new member joining them in 18 months. Oman Air will be the new member. This is exciting news for the middle-east and India as well.
Oman Air to join the oneworld alliance
Air Canada to launch seasonal flights to Mumbai via London Heathrow in October 2022
Air Canada is planning to launch a new fifth-freedom route to Mumbai from Toronto, which will make a stop at London Heathrow as well. That means you could fly Mumbai to London Heathrow as well.
Flying out from India? Make sure to carry a print-out of your visa along
The Indian Bureau of Immigration would like you to carry a copy of your visa when you travel abroad, to countries where they issue an e-visa/paper visa. Take note.
Boeing delivers first 737 MAX Aircraft to Akasa Air
Akasa receives its first 737-8 aircraft out of a total of 72 on order. Now comes the next part of getting an Air Operators Permit.
Air India moving forward on an Airbus A350 order with induction planned by March 2023
Air India might be moving fast on scoring some NTU A350 aircraft to add to its fleet. Here are all the details about what we know at the moment about Air India’s plans to add these aircraft to the fleet.
The Airbus A321XLR kicks off its test-flight campaign
The Airbus A321XLR took off on its first flight today, which will be a long-drawn process to achieve certification. Here is how the first flight went and what are the plans ahead for the XLR certification.
Air India gets regulatory clearance to acquire AirAsia India
Air India will be able to acquire AirAsia India. Here are the details of the permission from India’s anti-trust regulator.
40% Bonus on converting Bank points to Avios (with Qatar Airways)
Qatar Airways is offering up to 40% conversion bonus when you move bank points to Qatar Airways Avios. Here are the details.
Marriott Bonvoy rolling out special targetted promotions
Marriott Bonvoy has rolled out a new promotion, which is offering bonus points or even free nights to targeted members. Here are the details.
The USA has discontinued pre-flight testing requirement to arrive in the country effective June 12, 2022
The US has repealed the requirement to present a pre-departure test before arriving in the US. The new notification is issued to be effective from June 12, 2022.
Singapore Airlines unveils The Private Room and First Class Lounge
Singapore Airlines today unveiled The Private Room (for Singapore Airlines Suites and First Class customers) and the new First Class Lounge.
