At the 2023 edition of the Dubai Airshow, Emirates is slated to order a slate of widebody aircraft from Boeing. Here are the details of the expected orders and tradeoffs.
Dubai Airshow 23: Emirates expected to order more Boeing 777X Aircraft
IndiGo expects another 30+ aircraft to be grounded between January – March 2024 due to Pratt & Whitney Engine Issues
IndiGo will have another 35 or so aircraft be grounded, given the airline was one of the initial customers of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF engines. This will mean over 22% aircraft of IndiGo will be grounded at a time.
Qatar Airways adds ability to redeem Privilege Club Avios for JetBlue tickets
JetBlue rewards are now available on Qatar Airways Avios. Here are the details around availability and how to book.
Vistara launches free messaging for Club Vistara members flying aboard their 787s and A321s
Vistara launches free inflight messaging plans for customers on board their international flights who fly on their 787 and A321 flights, as long as they are Club Vistara members. Here are the details.
Etihad opens stunning new lounges at Abu Dhabi Airport’s Terminal A
As Etihad transitions to Terminal A at Abu Dhabi International Airport, it has announced the opening of new Business and First Class Lounges, and also an exclusive Arrivals Lounge.
IndiGo generates a net profit in traditionally weak quarter, but winter might be coming on capacity soon
IndiGo delivered its fourth profitable quarter in a row. Now, it is preparing for a big test that might be coming its way in the coming year.
Air India prepares to induct the first A350-900 by December 2023
The first of the A350-900 aircraft destined for Air India should be coming in by December 2023. Here are some details of what we know so far.
IDFC First Credit Cards rolls out spend based offers for Diwali festivities (5% over and above usual rewards)
IDFC First Bank is offering a new promotion where you get a 5% Cashback or Reward Points over and above the rest of the rewards from IDFC First Bank on your credit card spending. Here are the details.
AirAsia India ceases to exist; Air India Express takes over
AirAsia India is no more, AirAsia India is now Air India Express. (with credit to Air Force One, the Movie)
American Express Centurion Lounge at Delhi Terminal 3 Reopens (under Encalm management)
The American Express Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 has been reopened. Here is a look inside and what to expect.
US B1/B2 Visa Appointment Times drop across India
For a new US B1/B2 Visa, the US Embassy in India states that they have opened 250,000 fresh appointments this week. You might be able to secure one of those quickly.
