<p>The head of the safety agency looking into the&nbsp;major scare when the door on an Alaska Airlines flight blew out mid-air has provided an update on Wednesday (Jan 17).&nbsp;National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) chief Jennifer Homendy said that the blown-out panel of the jetliner was manufactured in Malaysia by Boeing’s leading supplier.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, an Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, which departed from Portland, Oregon, was forced to make a freak emergency landing on Friday (Jan 5) in the wake of a door "plug" that blew off&nbsp;mid-air when the plane was at a frightening height of 16,000 feet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Homendy noted that Spirit AeroSystems produced the panel and now the safety agency is looking into the procedure of its production to ascertain what went wrong. This comes after Homendy held a closed-door meeting with members of the Senate Commerce Committee in Washington, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A Spirit AeroSystems representative, in a remark that conceded to what was disclosed by the NTSB head, affirmed that the panel was produced by the company. The company spokesperson also reassured that the firm is ready to render any help needed by NTSB to look into the case.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is not an isolated event as in another&nbsp;incident a United Airlines flight, which took off from Florida, made an emergency landing after the open door indicator light started blinking on January 10.</p>

<h2><strong>Investigation continuing&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>After the potentially deadly mid-air incident, the United States aviation investigators are inspecting the Boeing jets. Boeing is under the radar and the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft has been temporarily grounded by the regulators.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to officials cited by media reports, airlines have inspected 40 planes similar to the one involved in the January 5 incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Nothing was said about penalties or enforcement, but when there is an end result, I have no doubt but that there will be consequences,” a Kansas Republican Sen. Jerry Moran said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the briefing, “there was also interest in trying to make sure that the FAA is doing its job in its oversight,” Moran said in an interview.</p>

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The head of the safety agency looking into the major scare when the door on an Alaska Airlines flight blew out mid-air has provided an update on Wednesday (Jan 17).

The head of the safety agency looking into the major scare when the door on an Alaska Airlines flight blew out mid-air has provided an update on Wednesday (Jan 17). National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) chief Jennifer Homendy said that the blown-out panel of the jetliner was manufactured in Malaysia by Boeing’s leading supplier. Notably, an Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, which departed from Portland, Oregon, was forced to make a freak emergency landing on Friday (Jan 5) in the wake of a door "plug" that blew off mid-air when the plane was at a frightening height of 16,000 feet. Homendy noted that Spirit AeroSystems produced the panel and now the safety agency is looking into the procedure of its production to ascertain what went wrong. This comes after Homendy held a closed-door meeting with members of the Senate Commerce Committee in Washington, media reports said. Also Read | Top US diplomat Antony Blinken briefly stuck in Davos after plane faces ‘critical failure’ A Spirit AeroSystems representative, in a remark that conceded to what was disclosed by the NTSB head, affirmed that the panel was produced by the company. The company spokesperson also reassured that the firm is ready to render any help needed by NTSB to look into the case. Also Read | Ecuadorian crime prosecutor probing TV studio attack killed in Guayas province This is not an isolated event as in another incident a United Airlines flight, which took off from Florida, made an emergency landing after the open door indicator light started blinking on January 10. Investigation continuing After the potentially deadly mid-air incident, the United States aviation investigators are inspecting the Boeing jets. Boeing is under the radar and the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft has been temporarily grounded by the regulators. Watch | Implications of AI-generated handwriting × According to officials cited by media reports, airlines have inspected 40 planes similar to the one involved in the January 5 incident. “Nothing was said about penalties or enforcement, but when there is an end result, I have no doubt but that there will be consequences,” a Kansas Republican Sen. Jerry Moran said. During the briefing, “there was also interest in trying to make sure that the FAA is doing its job in its oversight,” Moran said in an interview. (With inputs from agencies)

Blown-out door 'plug' in Alaska Airlines was manufactured in Malaysia

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A Japan Airlines plane burst into flames after landing at Tokyo’s Haneda airport on Tuesday, national broadcaster NHK reported, adding that all all those on board were safely evacuated.

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<p lang="en-US">A woman allegedly found a worm in the&nbsp;sandwich which was served to her on a Delhi-Mumbai IndiGo flight and posted about it on social media platform Instagram. The post forced IndiGo Airlines to issue an apology to the woman on Saturday (Dec 30).</p>

<p lang="en-US">In a post which the passenger shared on Instagram, she wrote, “I will lodge an official complaint via email soon. But as a Public Health professional, I want to know despite of knowing the quality of the sandwich was not good and informing the Flight attendant prior she still continued to serve sandwiches to other passengers. There were kids, elderly and other passengers .... What if anyone catches infection."</p>

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<p>She further stated that she does not want any refund or compensation and that she wants "just one assurance that passenger health and safety should be your top priority."</p>

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<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>IndiGo apologises&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">IndiGo issued a statement in which it apologised to the woman and stated that they are currently investigating the matter.</p>

<p lang="en-US">"We are aware of a concern raised by one of our customers regarding their experience on flight 6E 6107 from Delhi to Mumbai. We want to emphasise our unwavering commitment to maintain the highest standards of food and beverage service on board. Upon investigation, our crew had immediately ceased the service of the specific sandwich in question," read the statement.</p>

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<p lang="en-US">"The matter is currently under thorough examination, and we are working closely with our caterer to ensure appropriate corrective measures are taken. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused to the passenger," the airline added.</p>

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A woman allegedly found a worm in the sandwich which was served to her on a Delhi-Mumbai IndiGo flight and posted about it on social media platform Instagram. The post forced IndiGo Airlines to issue an apology to the woman on Saturday (Dec 30).

A woman allegedly found a worm in the sandwich which was served to her on a Delhi-Mumbai IndiGo flight and posted about it on social media platform Instagram. The post forced IndiGo Airlines to issue an apology to the woman on Saturday (Dec 30). In a post which the passenger shared on Instagram, she wrote, “I will lodge an official complaint via email soon. But as a Public Health professional, I want to know despite of knowing the quality of the sandwich was not good and informing the Flight attendant prior she still continued to serve sandwiches to other passengers. There were kids, elderly and other passengers .... What if anyone catches infection." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dietitian Kushboo Gupta | Mindful Eating Coach (@little__curves) × She further stated that she does not want any refund or compensation and that she wants "just one assurance that passenger health and safety should be your top priority." Also read: Man found barely alive after enduring freezing temperature in plane's landing gear from Algeria to Paris IndiGo apologises IndiGo issued a statement in which it apologised to the woman and stated that they are currently investigating the matter. "We are aware of a concern raised by one of our customers regarding their experience on flight 6E 6107 from Delhi to Mumbai. We want to emphasise our unwavering commitment to maintain the highest standards of food and beverage service on board. Upon investigation, our crew had immediately ceased the service of the specific sandwich in question," read the statement. Watch: Nepal plane crash: Deadliest plane crash in 30 years, probe points to lack of technical training "The matter is currently under thorough examination, and we are working closely with our caterer to ensure appropriate corrective measures are taken. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused to the passenger," the airline added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The Indian embassy in France has received consular access of over 300 Indians who are grounded in France. Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the&nbsp;embassy stated, "French authorities informed us of a plane w/ 303 people, mostly Indian origin, from Dubai to Nicaragua detained on a technical halt at a French airport. Embassy team has reached &amp; obtained consular access. We are investigating the situation, also ensuring the well-being of passengers." According to some reports, minors are also said to be among the passengers in the plane.</p>

<p>The Romania-based Legend Airlines, whose Nicaragua-bound plane carrying over 300 Indian passengers was grounded in France over suspected human trafficking, asserted that it had committed no offense, according to Liliana Bakayoko, a lawyer for the airline, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Airbus A340, which had flown in from the United Arab Emirates, faced scrutiny from French authorities at Vatry airport.</p>

<p>Two passengers were questioned by the French Police, and Liliana Bakayoko, claiming to represent Legend Airlines, stated that the airline would cooperate with French authorities while reserving the right to take legal action if charges were filed.</p>

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<p>Bakayoko clarified that a customer, whose identity remained undisclosed, had chartered the plane and was responsible for verifying passengers' identity documents.</p>

<p>The Vatry airport primarily serves budget airlines. It is situated approximately 150 kilometres (93 miles) east of Paris, near the town of Chalons-en-Champagne.</p>

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<p>The Paris prosecutor's office, acting on a tip-off, suggested that the plane might be carrying individuals likely to be victims of human trafficking.</p>

<p>The prosecutor's office reportedly confirmed ongoing identity checks on the 303 passengers and cabin crew, along with an examination of transport conditions and the purpose of the journey.</p>

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<p>Notably, French border police, under the country's laws, can detain a foreign national for up to four days initially, with the possibility of an extension to eight days, and up to 26 days in exceptional circumstances, upon judicial approval.</p>

<p>Human trafficking in France carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years.</p>

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The Indian embassy in France has received consular access of over 300 Indians who are grounded in France. Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the embassy stated, "French authorities informed us of a plane w/ 303 people, mostly Indian origin, from Dubai to Nicaragua detained on a technical halt at a French airport.

The Indian embassy in France has received consular access of over 300 Indians who are grounded in France. Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the embassy stated, "French authorities informed us of a plane w/ 303 people, mostly Indian origin, from Dubai to Nicaragua detained on a technical halt at a French airport. Embassy team has reached & obtained consular access. We are investigating the situation, also ensuring the well-being of passengers." According to some reports, minors are also said to be among the passengers in the plane. The Romania-based Legend Airlines, whose Nicaragua-bound plane carrying over 300 Indian passengers was grounded in France over suspected human trafficking, asserted that it had committed no offense, according to Liliana Bakayoko, a lawyer for the airline, media reports said. The Airbus A340, which had flown in from the United Arab Emirates, faced scrutiny from French authorities at Vatry airport. Two passengers were questioned by the French Police, and Liliana Bakayoko, claiming to represent Legend Airlines, stated that the airline would cooperate with French authorities while reserving the right to take legal action if charges were filed. Also Read | Red Sea sees sharp rise in missile attacks, says data from India's key maritime body, IFC-IOR Bakayoko clarified that a customer, whose identity remained undisclosed, had chartered the plane and was responsible for verifying passengers' identity documents. The Vatry airport primarily serves budget airlines. It is situated approximately 150 kilometres (93 miles) east of Paris, near the town of Chalons-en-Champagne. Also Read | India votes for 'permanent sovereignty of Palestinian people' at UN General Assembly The Paris prosecutor's office, acting on a tip-off, suggested that the plane might be carrying individuals likely to be victims of human trafficking. The prosecutor's office reportedly confirmed ongoing identity checks on the 303 passengers and cabin crew, along with an examination of transport conditions and the purpose of the journey. Watch | Pakistan poll body strikes of PTI's poll symbol × Notably, French border police, under the country's laws, can detain a foreign national for up to four days initially, with the possibility of an extension to eight days, and up to 26 days in exceptional circumstances, upon judicial approval. Human trafficking in France carries a potential sentence of up to 20 years. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian embassy obtains consular access of 300 Indians grounded in France amid human trafficking allegations

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An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph David Emerson, was accused of trying to shut off the engines of a plane during a flight over the Pacific Northwest.

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<p>A major air tragedy was averted in the United States after two planes nearly collided mid-air with each other over Portland Airport. An investigation has been launched.</p>

<p>According to a report by the Independent on Monday (Oct 23), the two flights, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 was trying to land and a Skywest Airlines plane took off from Portland International Airport last week during a storm.</p>

<p>A video shared on YouTube by the channel <strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qL5k4ePSLVA">VASAviation caught the moment </a></strong>when the Alaska flight started to head nearer the SkyWest plane. The two planes allegedly came within approximately 250 vertical feet of each other.</p>

<p>As per BAA training, commercial planes flying below 29,000 must maintain a vertical separation of 1,000 feet. Speaking to The Oregonian, an Alaska Airlines spokesperson said that the "crew of Flight 1299 followed cockpit indications and reacted immediately to increase separation from the other aircraft."</p>

<p>“The aircraft maintained a safe amount of lateral separation throughout the entire event,” the spokesperson added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Skywest, meanwhile, said that at no point, the safety of the flight was compromised. In a statement, the FAA said that while attempting to land at the airport, the pilot of the Alaska aircraft initiated a go-around due to wind and turned towards SkyWest Airlines.</p>

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A major air tragedy was averted in the United States after two planes nearly collided mid-air with each other over Portland Airport. An investigation has been launched.

A major air tragedy was averted in the United States after two planes nearly collided mid-air with each other over Portland Airport. An investigation has been launched. According to a report by the Independent on Monday (Oct 23), the two flights, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 was trying to land and a Skywest Airlines plane took off from Portland International Airport last week during a storm. A video shared on YouTube by the channel VASAviation caught the moment when the Alaska flight started to head nearer the SkyWest plane. The two planes allegedly came within approximately 250 vertical feet of each other. As per BAA training, commercial planes flying below 29,000 must maintain a vertical separation of 1,000 feet. Speaking to The Oregonian, an Alaska Airlines spokesperson said that the "crew of Flight 1299 followed cockpit indications and reacted immediately to increase separation from the other aircraft." “The aircraft maintained a safe amount of lateral separation throughout the entire event,” the spokesperson added. Skywest, meanwhile, said that at no point, the safety of the flight was compromised. In a statement, the FAA said that while attempting to land at the airport, the pilot of the Alaska aircraft initiated a go-around due to wind and turned towards SkyWest Airlines. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Major international air carriers have suspended or cancelled flight services in and out of the Israeli city of Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport after Hamas launched its surprise attack over the weekend and said that they are waiting for safety conditions to improve.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a report by flight tracking website, Flightradar24, about 50 per cent of the flights scheduled for Tel Aviv did not operate on Sunday (Oct 8) and one-third of the flights were cancelled on Monday as of 6:41 pm (local time).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What have the airlines said?</strong></h2>

<p>Indian air carrier Air India said that it would suspend the flights operating to and from Tel Aviv till at least October 14, “for the safety of our passengers and crew,” said the airline’s spokesperson, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added that they will provide all possible support to passengers who have confirmed bookings which have now been cancelled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, American air carriers United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines, on Sunday, suspended direct flights to Israel following an advisory by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging airlines to use caution.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Additionally, multiple European airlines including Ryanair and Norwegian Air have cancelled their flights from Copenhagen and Stockholm to Tel Aviv for this week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Air France, Lufthansa, and Emirates have also suspended direct flights to the international airport in Tel Aviv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Britain’s easyJet also halted flights to Tel Aviv on Sunday and Monday and said that it would adjust timings over the next few days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hungarian budget carrier Wizz Air has cancelled all flights to and from Tel Aviv until further notice.</p>

<p>Virgin Atlantic said it would continue to run some flights in and out of Tel Aviv but customers could rebook or request a refund until October 15.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Other airlines suspending flights included Aegean, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, and Air Canada.</p>

<h2><strong>What about Israel’s national carrier?</strong></h2>

<p>Israel’s flag carrier El Al being the exception, on Sunday said that it would maintain its Tel Aviv flights for now while some flights operated by foreign partners had been cancelled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The airline said that it was operating “in accordance with the instructions of the Israeli security forces,” and all flights are now departing only from one terminal at the Ben Gurion airport.&nbsp;</p>

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FAA, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and Israel’s aviation authority urged airlines to use caution while operating in the region’s airspace. Meanwhile, Israeli airport authority said Ben Gurion continued to handle arrivals and departures, as of Monday (Oct 9).&nbsp;</p>

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Major international air carriers have suspended or cancelled flight services in and out of the Israeli city of Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport after Hamas launched its surprise attack over the weekend and said that they are waiting for safety conditions to improve.

Major international air carriers have suspended or cancelled flight services in and out of the Israeli city of Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport after Hamas launched its surprise attack over the weekend and said that they are waiting for safety conditions to improve. According to a report by flight tracking website, Flightradar24, about 50 per cent of the flights scheduled for Tel Aviv did not operate on Sunday (Oct 8) and one-third of the flights were cancelled on Monday as of 6:41 pm (local time). What have the airlines said? Indian air carrier Air India said that it would suspend the flights operating to and from Tel Aviv till at least October 14, “for the safety of our passengers and crew,” said the airline’s spokesperson, in a statement. It added that they will provide all possible support to passengers who have confirmed bookings which have now been cancelled. Meanwhile, American air carriers United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines, on Sunday, suspended direct flights to Israel following an advisory by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urging airlines to use caution. ALSO READ | 'Change the Middle East': Israel PM's remarks signal future of Israel-Hamas war Additionally, multiple European airlines including Ryanair and Norwegian Air have cancelled their flights from Copenhagen and Stockholm to Tel Aviv for this week. Air France, Lufthansa, and Emirates have also suspended direct flights to the international airport in Tel Aviv. Britain’s easyJet also halted flights to Tel Aviv on Sunday and Monday and said that it would adjust timings over the next few days. Hungarian budget carrier Wizz Air has cancelled all flights to and from Tel Aviv until further notice. Virgin Atlantic said it would continue to run some flights in and out of Tel Aviv but customers could rebook or request a refund until October 15. ALSO READ | Volodymyr Zelensky compares Hamas to Russia; Moscow suggests 'most reliable' solution to Israel conflict Other airlines suspending flights included Aegean, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, and Air Canada. What about Israel’s national carrier? Israel’s flag carrier El Al being the exception, on Sunday said that it would maintain its Tel Aviv flights for now while some flights operated by foreign partners had been cancelled. The airline said that it was operating “in accordance with the instructions of the Israeli security forces,” and all flights are now departing only from one terminal at the Ben Gurion airport. ALSO READ | Israel calls up for 300,000 army reservists as its war with Hamas rages on FAA, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and Israel’s aviation authority urged airlines to use caution while operating in the region’s airspace. Meanwhile, Israeli airport authority said Ben Gurion continued to handle arrivals and departures, as of Monday (Oct 9). (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Shares of Scandinavian airlines slumped by as much as 95% on Wednesday after the airline announced a financial restructuring on Tuesday to prevent bankruptcy. The announcement brought on board big new investors but wiped out the stakes of its more than 250,000 owners.

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Airport security checks are a routine affair over while some countries may follow a comprehensive check on travellers Qatar Airlines took an unprecedented step.

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Not just your luggage, you too must now stand on a weighing scale before boarding your flight. Airlines around the world are weighing their passengers at boarding gate. Over the years, airlines have modified the flight experience to cut weight and cost. What explains the obsession with weight?

Gravitas: Why airlines are obsessed with weight- your and your bag's

<p>A few months after Air New Zealand announced it was weighing passengers before departure,&nbsp;Korean Air - South Korea's largest airline -&nbsp;has also announced it will follow suit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a report by the Independent,&nbsp;Korean Air said it would be ''measuring the average weight of passengers along with their carry-on items for flight safety''.</p>

<p>The airlines stated that the programme will affect some travellers departing from&nbsp;Gimpo International Airport (GMP) from August 28 until September 3 and from Incheon International Airport (ICA) between September 8-19.</p>

<p>Both passengers and their luggage will be weighed anonymously and the collected data will be shared with the&nbsp;Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. Those not fully on board with the weight data collection can simply opt out of the programme by letting a staff member know, CNN reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to experts, periodic weight assessments of passengers, as well as their luggage help airlines determine if weight estimates are still accurate to offset the amount of cargo they carry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The announcement, however, was met with public backlash, according to local media reports.&nbsp;"It feels awkward that others will know my weight," said one netizen, while another asked, "If I weigh less, will they let me carry on more baggage?" or&nbsp;"Will I be charged more if I weigh more?"</p>

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<h2><strong>Air New Zealand weighs passengers&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In May,&nbsp;Air New Zealand announced it was weighing the passengers as part of a programme to gather real-world data on the weight load and distribution of planes. The airlines' load control improvement specialist Alastair James, in a statement, said that they weigh “everything” that goes onboard the aircraft, “from the cargo to the meals onboard, to the luggage in the hold.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the time, the airline said passengers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check-in for their flight before reaching the boarding gate. The so-called passenger weight survey aims to collect data from at least 10,000 passengers and those who do not wish to participate can skip it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In 2021, domestic passengers participated in a similar survey but the one for international travellers was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

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A few months after Air New Zealand announced it was weighing passengers before departure, Korean Air - South Korea's largest airline - has also announced it will follow suit.

A few months after Air New Zealand announced it was weighing passengers before departure, Korean Air - South Korea's largest airline - has also announced it will follow suit. According to a report by the Independent, Korean Air said it would be ''measuring the average weight of passengers along with their carry-on items for flight safety''. The airlines stated that the programme will affect some travellers departing from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) from August 28 until September 3 and from Incheon International Airport (ICA) between September 8-19. Both passengers and their luggage will be weighed anonymously and the collected data will be shared with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. Those not fully on board with the weight data collection can simply opt out of the programme by letting a staff member know, CNN reported. According to experts, periodic weight assessments of passengers, as well as their luggage help airlines determine if weight estimates are still accurate to offset the amount of cargo they carry. The announcement, however, was met with public backlash, according to local media reports. "It feels awkward that others will know my weight," said one netizen, while another asked, "If I weigh less, will they let me carry on more baggage?" or "Will I be charged more if I weigh more?" Watch | NASA's supersonic passenger flights are getting closer × Air New Zealand weighs passengers In May, Air New Zealand announced it was weighing the passengers as part of a programme to gather real-world data on the weight load and distribution of planes. The airlines' load control improvement specialist Alastair James, in a statement, said that they weigh “everything” that goes onboard the aircraft, “from the cargo to the meals onboard, to the luggage in the hold.” At the time, the airline said passengers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check-in for their flight before reaching the boarding gate. The so-called passenger weight survey aims to collect data from at least 10,000 passengers and those who do not wish to participate can skip it. Also read | Air New Zealand to weigh passengers before they board int’l flights. Here’s why In 2021, domestic passengers participated in a similar survey but the one for international travellers was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>In what comes as a miraculous escape, a two-year child aboard a&nbsp;Bengaluru-Delhi Vistara flight on Sunday (August 27) was saved after five doctors, present on the plane, worked together and managed to keep the kid alive. India's premier medical research university, All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and confirmed the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The team of doctors (Dr Navdeep Kaur, Dr Damandeep Kaur, Dr Rishab Jain, Dr Oishika, Dr Avichala Taxax)&nbsp;was&nbsp;returning from an event organised by the Indian Society for Vascular and Interventional Radiology (ISVIR) when a distress call was announced on the&nbsp;Vistara Airline&nbsp;UK-814&nbsp;flight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"While returning from ISVIR- on board Bangalore to Delhi flight today evening, in Vistara Airline flight UK-814- A distress call was announced,"&nbsp;read a statement by AIIMS.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The doctors immediately examined the little kid and found that the pulse was absent,&nbsp;extremities were cold and he was not breathing with cyanosed lips and fingers.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With limited resources on board, the doctors administered immediate CPR and attempted to use their individual skill sets&nbsp;to conjure up a solution.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Successfully IV cannula was placed, an oropharyngeal airway was put and an emergency response was initiated by a whole team of residents on board,&nbsp;and the child was brought to ROSC - the return of circulation."</p>

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<p>Notably, the operation became complicated after the child suffered another cardiac arrest. This time, the&nbsp;doctors used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to resuscuate the child.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"On reaching Nagpur, the child was handed over in stable hemodynamic to the paediatrician," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The netizens lauded the divine intervention by the doctors. "The kid has gone through a lot. May he live a healthy life now," said one user, while another added:&nbsp;"Wow wonderful job, my friend in Check shirt - Dr Damandeep is also there!"</p>

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In what comes as a miraculous escape, a two-year child aboard a Bengaluru-Delhi Vistara flight on Sunday (August 27) was saved after five doctors, present on the plane, worked together and managed to keep the kid alive.

In what comes as a miraculous escape, a two-year child aboard a Bengaluru-Delhi Vistara flight on Sunday (August 27) was saved after five doctors, present on the plane, worked together and managed to keep the kid alive. India's premier medical research university, All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and confirmed the incident. The team of doctors (Dr Navdeep Kaur, Dr Damandeep Kaur, Dr Rishab Jain, Dr Oishika, Dr Avichala Taxax) was returning from an event organised by the Indian Society for Vascular and Interventional Radiology (ISVIR) when a distress call was announced on the Vistara Airline UK-814 flight. "While returning from ISVIR- on board Bangalore to Delhi flight today evening, in Vistara Airline flight UK-814- A distress call was announced," read a statement by AIIMS. The doctors immediately examined the little kid and found that the pulse was absent, extremities were cold and he was not breathing with cyanosed lips and fingers. Watch | Myanmar: Passengers help woman deliver baby girl mid-flight × Complicated operation With limited resources on board, the doctors administered immediate CPR and attempted to use their individual skill sets to conjure up a solution. "Successfully IV cannula was placed, an oropharyngeal airway was put and an emergency response was initiated by a whole team of residents on board, and the child was brought to ROSC - the return of circulation." Also read | Pakistan-origin man arrested for making bomb threats aboard Malaysia Airlines flight Notably, the operation became complicated after the child suffered another cardiac arrest. This time, the doctors used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to resuscuate the child. "On reaching Nagpur, the child was handed over in stable hemodynamic to the paediatrician," the statement added. The netizens lauded the divine intervention by the doctors. "The kid has gone through a lot. May he live a healthy life now," said one user, while another added: "Wow wonderful job, my friend in Check shirt - Dr Damandeep is also there!" (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>US carriers nowadays are facing a peculiar issue. They are finding it difficult to find suitable candidates for the captain’s role. That's because first officers from various airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Airlines are refusing opportunities for promotion.</p>

<p>In aviation, the first officer is responsible for flight operations and navigation whereas the captain is in command of the plane and is responsible for the safety. Both roles have different pay rates.</p>

<p>The shortage in staff has already resulted in a 20 per cent decline in flying capacity for regional US airlines. This could imply similar problems for more established airlines like United Airlines as the number of passengers increase and the ratio of captains to first officers remain unbalanced.</p>

<p>In the past seven years, American Airlines has seen a two-fold increase in pilots declining promotions. Data from the pilots' Union indicates that around 7,000 or more first officers have refused promotion to the captain’s role.</p>

<p>The refusal to accept promotions is mainly due to erratic schedules for pilots despite the increase in compensation. Several pilots have reported work-life complaints arising from the frequent flight cancellations and delays. The present policies require pilots to mandatorily accept flying duties and assignments on non-working days, with extensions in their schedules and unpredictable changes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although the captain’s position offers better pay, the increase in unpredictable flying schedules and increased short notice assignments discourage pilots from taking up the captain’s role.</p>

<p>In a bid to resolve the crisis, United Airlines is offering their new pilot premium pay, limited involuntary and standby duties. Meanwhile, Delta and American Airlines are attempting to come up with new pilot contracts to tackle work-life complaints by providing premium payments and regulated four-to-five-day trips.</p>

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US carriers nowadays are facing a peculiar issue. They are finding it difficult to find suitable candidates for the captain’s role. That's because first officers from various airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Airlines are refusing opportunities for promotion.

US carriers nowadays are facing a peculiar issue. They are finding it difficult to find suitable candidates for the captain’s role. That's because first officers from various airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Airlines are refusing opportunities for promotion. In aviation, the first officer is responsible for flight operations and navigation whereas the captain is in command of the plane and is responsible for the safety. Both roles have different pay rates. The shortage in staff has already resulted in a 20 per cent decline in flying capacity for regional US airlines. This could imply similar problems for more established airlines like United Airlines as the number of passengers increase and the ratio of captains to first officers remain unbalanced. In the past seven years, American Airlines has seen a two-fold increase in pilots declining promotions. Data from the pilots' Union indicates that around 7,000 or more first officers have refused promotion to the captain’s role. The refusal to accept promotions is mainly due to erratic schedules for pilots despite the increase in compensation. Several pilots have reported work-life complaints arising from the frequent flight cancellations and delays. The present policies require pilots to mandatorily accept flying duties and assignments on non-working days, with extensions in their schedules and unpredictable changes. Although the captain’s position offers better pay, the increase in unpredictable flying schedules and increased short notice assignments discourage pilots from taking up the captain’s role. In a bid to resolve the crisis, United Airlines is offering their new pilot premium pay, limited involuntary and standby duties. Meanwhile, Delta and American Airlines are attempting to come up with new pilot contracts to tackle work-life complaints by providing premium payments and regulated four-to-five-day trips. (With inputs from Reuters)

US carriers struggle to fill in the Captain’s position as pilots decline promotions

<p>IndiGo Airlines, operating a flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad, encountered adverse weather conditions that caused the aircraft to inadvertently stray into Pakistani airspace near Lahore before returning to Indian airspace. The incident took place on Saturday, as reported by Pakistan's local media outlet Dawn. As per flight radar data, the Indian plane entered the airspace north of Lahore at approximately 7:30 pm It then proceeded further into Pakistani territory, reaching Gujranwala, before finally returning to Indian airspace around 8:01 pm.&nbsp;The aircraft maintained a ground speed of 454 knots during this time.</p>

<h2><strong>Response from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A senior official from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) mentioned that such occurrences were not uncommon, as international regulations allow aircraft to deviate from their intended flight path in the event of adverse weather conditions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The CAA acknowledged that the situation was a result of the challenging weather and did not raise any concerns.</p>

<h2><strong>Flight diversions and delays</strong></h2>

<p>In response to the prevailing poor visibility caused by the weather conditions, several flights had to be diverted or experienced delays.&nbsp;The CAA spokesperson informed that the weather warning for Lahore had been extended until 11:30 pm on Saturday, as the visibility at Allama Iqbal International Airport was recorded to be 5,000 metres.</p>

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<p>A number of flights scheduled to arrive in Lahore had to be diverted to alternative airports due to the poor visibility conditions.&nbsp;A PIA flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad was diverted to Multan, and a Jeddah-Lahore flight also had to land in Multan.</p>

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<p>Dawn reported that several flights faced delays due to the prevailing weather conditions. PIA flights from Lahore to Madina and Karachi to Lahore, as well as an Etihad flight from Lahore to Abu Dhabi, experienced delays as a result of the challenging visibility conditions.</p>

<p>The CAA's extension of the weather warning, along with the flight diversions and delays, aimed to prioritize the safety of passengers and aircraft amidst adverse weather conditions.</p>

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IndiGo Airlines, operating a flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad, encountered adverse weather conditions that caused the aircraft to inadvertently stray into Pakistani airspace near Lahore before returning to Indian airspace.

IndiGo Airlines, operating a flight from Amritsar to Ahmedabad, encountered adverse weather conditions that caused the aircraft to inadvertently stray into Pakistani airspace near Lahore before returning to Indian airspace. The incident took place on Saturday, as reported by Pakistan's local media outlet Dawn. As per flight radar data, the Indian plane entered the airspace north of Lahore at approximately 7:30 pm It then proceeded further into Pakistani territory, reaching Gujranwala, before finally returning to Indian airspace around 8:01 pm. The aircraft maintained a ground speed of 454 knots during this time. Response from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority A senior official from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) mentioned that such occurrences were not uncommon, as international regulations allow aircraft to deviate from their intended flight path in the event of adverse weather conditions. Also Read | Strong earthquake of 6.2 magnitude jolts Japan's Hokkaido The CAA acknowledged that the situation was a result of the challenging weather and did not raise any concerns. Flight diversions and delays In response to the prevailing poor visibility caused by the weather conditions, several flights had to be diverted or experienced delays. The CAA spokesperson informed that the weather warning for Lahore had been extended until 11:30 pm on Saturday, as the visibility at Allama Iqbal International Airport was recorded to be 5,000 metres. Also Read | Delta Airlines flight makes emergency landing, injures crew as air slide deploys A number of flights scheduled to arrive in Lahore had to be diverted to alternative airports due to the poor visibility conditions. A PIA flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad was diverted to Multan, and a Jeddah-Lahore flight also had to land in Multan. Watch | India: INS Vikramaditya, Vikrant lead Navy’s mega ops in Arabian Sea × Dawn reported that several flights faced delays due to the prevailing weather conditions. PIA flights from Lahore to Madina and Karachi to Lahore, as well as an Etihad flight from Lahore to Abu Dhabi, experienced delays as a result of the challenging visibility conditions. The CAA's extension of the weather warning, along with the flight diversions and delays, aimed to prioritize the safety of passengers and aircraft amidst adverse weather conditions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>In a bizarre incident, a passenger aboard a United Airlines flight had to be held back after attempting to jump out of the plane&nbsp;following an altercation where he allegedly punched a flight attendant.</p>

<p>The incident transpired on a flight bound for Houston, Texas from San Francisco earlier this week, just when the plane was about to take off, according to US media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Naya Jimenez, one of the passengers on the flight, captured the entire incident on her camera which is now going viral on social media platforms. She claimed that the man became embittered and violent after she asked him and his wife to move out of her assigned seat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“They had to bring in a gate attendant to try to talk to them.&nbsp;Then, he began slurring his speech a little bit,” Jimenez was quoted as saying by ABC7.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Afterwards, the out-of-control passenger proceeded to physically assault the flight attendant who was punched several times, as seen in the footage.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The situation took a turn for the worse when&nbsp;the disruptive traveller, headed towards the&nbsp;emergency exit and tried to jump out of the plane before takeoff.</p>

<p>"After he paused for a minute, he ran towards where the pilot was, where the emergency exit doors are, and attempted to open them. He successfully opened the emergency exit and was about to jump down," said Jimenez.</p>

<p>“The plane is elevated and he would have jumped apparently two stories to the ground."</p>

<p>Fortunately enough, the flight crew rushed in and managed to pull back the irate passenger to safety. The 47-year-old unruly man was arrested by San Franciso police on charges related to battery and assault.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, United Airlines released a statement in the aftermath, calling the passenger's behaviour "unacceptable", adding&nbsp;that he had been banned from future flights by the airline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“On Sunday night, our team at San Francisco International Airport immediately contacted law enforcement officials after a customer became disruptive during boarding,” an airline spokesperson stated.</p>

<p>“We’re grateful to our team in San Francisco for their professionalism in this situation and for looking out for the safety of our customers and their fellow United employees.”&nbsp;</p>

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In a bizarre incident, a passenger aboard a United Airlines flight had to be held back after attempting to jump out of the plane following an altercation where he allegedly punched a flight attendant.

In a bizarre incident, a passenger aboard a United Airlines flight had to be held back after attempting to jump out of the plane following an altercation where he allegedly punched a flight attendant. The incident transpired on a flight bound for Houston, Texas from San Francisco earlier this week, just when the plane was about to take off, according to US media reports. Naya Jimenez, one of the passengers on the flight, captured the entire incident on her camera which is now going viral on social media platforms. She claimed that the man became embittered and violent after she asked him and his wife to move out of her assigned seat. “They had to bring in a gate attendant to try to talk to them. Then, he began slurring his speech a little bit,” Jimenez was quoted as saying by ABC7. Afterwards, the out-of-control passenger proceeded to physically assault the flight attendant who was punched several times, as seen in the footage. WATCH | WION Dispatch: Airlines push for single-pilot flights × The situation took a turn for the worse when the disruptive traveller, headed towards the emergency exit and tried to jump out of the plane before takeoff. "After he paused for a minute, he ran towards where the pilot was, where the emergency exit doors are, and attempted to open them. He successfully opened the emergency exit and was about to jump down," said Jimenez. “The plane is elevated and he would have jumped apparently two stories to the ground." Fortunately enough, the flight crew rushed in and managed to pull back the irate passenger to safety. The 47-year-old unruly man was arrested by San Franciso police on charges related to battery and assault. ALSO READ | Plus-sized influencer starts petition for free and extra seats on airlines Meanwhile, United Airlines released a statement in the aftermath, calling the passenger's behaviour "unacceptable", adding that he had been banned from future flights by the airline. “On Sunday night, our team at San Francisco International Airport immediately contacted law enforcement officials after a customer became disruptive during boarding,” an airline spokesperson stated. “We’re grateful to our team in San Francisco for their professionalism in this situation and for looking out for the safety of our customers and their fellow United employees.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>A plus-sized social media influencer in the USA has started a campaign for better accommodations in the aeroplanes for passengers that are a touch bigger. Jae’lynn Chaney from Vancouver, Washington has kicked off a petition on Change.org titled “Demand for the FAA to Protect Plus-Sized Customers" where she is demanding that air travel should be made comfortable and accessible for everyone, regardless of size.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of the last update, Chaney's petition had received over 4,000 signatures as she tagged United States Department of Transportation (USDT), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and&nbsp;Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the concerned authorities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chaney stated that she and her partner have had to experience discrimination and uncomfortable glances from the passengers when flying. She said her fiancé was subjected to hateful comments during a flight from Pasco to Denver which takes over two hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chaney added that on another flight she was forced to sit on a seat with immovable armrests that caused her bruises.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Being forced to occupy only one seat can result in pain and vulnerability to poor treatment from fellow passengers, including hateful comments, disapproving looks, and even refusal to sit next to them. This mistreatment of plus-size passengers is unacceptable, and it highlights the urgent need for better policies," read her statement.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Unfortunately, plus-size passengers often experience discomfort and discrimination when flying. The lack of a uniform customer-of-size airline policy is unacceptable and must be addressed."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In her petition, Chaney also enumerated the policies that could be implemented to ensure the flying experience becomes smoother for individuals.</p>

<p>She urged the&nbsp;FAA&nbsp;to provide accessible additional seats. The influencer said plus-size passengers should be provided with extra seat, or even two or three seats depending on their size.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, airlines should refund the plus-size passengers who purchase the additional seats which should be a 'straightforward process', according to Chaney.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Airlines must provide additional airport assistance to plus-size travellers if necessary, including wheelchair assistance and priority boarding. Airlines should also create accommodations for larger passengers, such as larger bathrooms, seat belt extenders, and alternative seating arrangements."</p>

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<p>According to a Reuters report,&nbsp; FAA has no size requirement for airlines currently. The average seat width in the economy section is between 17 inches to 30 inches of legroom.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, most airlines are not very accommodating when it comes to seats for the overweight or even those looking for comfort. Most budget airlines have cramped seating arrangements which makes it a nightmarish experience for even the fittest individuals to sit through a long journey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Instead of providing the service freely, the airlines charge a significant premium for seats with more legroom.&nbsp;</p>

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A plus-sized social media influencer in the USA has started a campaign for better accommodations in the aeroplanes for passengers that are a touch bigger. Jae’lynn Chaney from Vancouver, Washington has kicked off a petition on Change.

A plus-sized social media influencer in the USA has started a campaign for better accommodations in the aeroplanes for passengers that are a touch bigger. Jae’lynn Chaney from Vancouver, Washington has kicked off a petition on Change.org titled “Demand for the FAA to Protect Plus-Sized Customers" where she is demanding that air travel should be made comfortable and accessible for everyone, regardless of size. As of the last update, Chaney's petition had received over 4,000 signatures as she tagged United States Department of Transportation (USDT), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the concerned authorities. Chaney stated that she and her partner have had to experience discrimination and uncomfortable glances from the passengers when flying. She said her fiancé was subjected to hateful comments during a flight from Pasco to Denver which takes over two hours. Chaney added that on another flight she was forced to sit on a seat with immovable armrests that caused her bruises. "Being forced to occupy only one seat can result in pain and vulnerability to poor treatment from fellow passengers, including hateful comments, disapproving looks, and even refusal to sit next to them. This mistreatment of plus-size passengers is unacceptable, and it highlights the urgent need for better policies," read her statement. "Unfortunately, plus-size passengers often experience discomfort and discrimination when flying. The lack of a uniform customer-of-size airline policy is unacceptable and must be addressed." WATCH | WION Dispatch: Airlines push for single-pilot flights × Chaney lists the change in policies In her petition, Chaney also enumerated the policies that could be implemented to ensure the flying experience becomes smoother for individuals. She urged the FAA to provide accessible additional seats. The influencer said plus-size passengers should be provided with extra seat, or even two or three seats depending on their size. Moreover, airlines should refund the plus-size passengers who purchase the additional seats which should be a 'straightforward process', according to Chaney. "Airlines must provide additional airport assistance to plus-size travellers if necessary, including wheelchair assistance and priority boarding. Airlines should also create accommodations for larger passengers, such as larger bathrooms, seat belt extenders, and alternative seating arrangements." ALSO READ | Delta Airlines passenger arrested for opening emergency door, deploying exit slide at LAX airport According to a Reuters report, FAA has no size requirement for airlines currently. The average seat width in the economy section is between 17 inches to 30 inches of legroom. However, most airlines are not very accommodating when it comes to seats for the overweight or even those looking for comfort. Most budget airlines have cramped seating arrangements which makes it a nightmarish experience for even the fittest individuals to sit through a long journey. Instead of providing the service freely, the airlines charge a significant premium for seats with more legroom. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Indian budget carrier IndiGo is all set to script history in the aviation industry by making a colossal purchase of over 500 passenger aircraft with Boeing and its current supplier Airbus as the potential suppliers, reported Reuters quoting sources. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Tata Group airline and Indigo's rival, Air India, placed the biggest-ever order of 540 aircraft, both short and long haul, from Boeing and Airbus reportedly for a whopping $82 million.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is a significant advance from Indigo's earlier exclusive narrow-body jet purchases from Airbus as now India's largest airline plans to purchase passenger aircraft, the news agency reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire last month said that Airbus was close to landing a big order of "several hundreds aircraft" from Indigo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his visit to India for a G20 meeting, the minister said the contract could be signed at the French airshow in Le Bourget in the month of June.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indigo seems to be right on the track of a fleet renewal spree as it implements its expansion plans. Taking a step forward from its conventional fleet, India's largest airline is now eyeing to also include mid-sized wide-body jets.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>And as it gears up to do that, Indigo has two options at its disposal for the mid-sized wide-body jets, Boeing's 787 Dreamliner and the upgraded Airbus A330neo, Reuters said quoting sources.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As far as narrow-body jets are concerned, after proper comparison and consideration, InterGlobe Aviation Ltd owned Indigo can either go with A320neo or with Boeing 737 MAX.</p>

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<p>However, Indigo has not made any official statement as of yet. One of the company's representatives told Reuters that the company has not finalised anything till now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Airbus said it is "always in contact with existing and potential customers".&nbsp;</p>

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Indian budget carrier IndiGo is all set to script history in the aviation industry by making a colossal purchase of over 500 passenger aircraft with Boeing and its current supplier Airbus as the potential suppliers, reported Reuters quoting sources.

Indian budget carrier IndiGo is all set to script history in the aviation industry by making a colossal purchase of over 500 passenger aircraft with Boeing and its current supplier Airbus as the potential suppliers, reported Reuters quoting sources. Earlier, Tata Group airline and Indigo's rival, Air India, placed the biggest-ever order of 540 aircraft, both short and long haul, from Boeing and Airbus reportedly for a whopping $82 million. Also Read | UK: Boris Johnson nominates father Stanley Johnson for Knighthood: Report This is a significant advance from Indigo's earlier exclusive narrow-body jet purchases from Airbus as now India's largest airline plans to purchase passenger aircraft, the news agency reported. French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire last month said that Airbus was close to landing a big order of "several hundreds aircraft" from Indigo. During his visit to India for a G20 meeting, the minister said the contract could be signed at the French airshow in Le Bourget in the month of June. Indigo seems to be right on the track of a fleet renewal spree as it implements its expansion plans. Taking a step forward from its conventional fleet, India's largest airline is now eyeing to also include mid-sized wide-body jets. Also Read | Another train derails in Ohio, but poses no risk to public health, says company And as it gears up to do that, Indigo has two options at its disposal for the mid-sized wide-body jets, Boeing's 787 Dreamliner and the upgraded Airbus A330neo, Reuters said quoting sources. As far as narrow-body jets are concerned, after proper comparison and consideration, InterGlobe Aviation Ltd owned Indigo can either go with A320neo or with Boeing 737 MAX. Watch | Elite Israeli defence pilots protest judicial reforms by boycotting reserve duty, training However, Indigo has not made any official statement as of yet. One of the company's representatives told Reuters that the company has not finalised anything till now. Meanwhile, Airbus said it is "always in contact with existing and potential customers". WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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