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"Cost Leadership is the Cornerstone of Success in this Industry"

FLY91 is a pure play regional airline headquartered in Goa, that strives to enhance air connectivity across tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India. Founded by industry veterans and backed by professional funding, FLY91 is committed to enhance last mile air connectivity and will connect over 50 cities across India in the next five years. Rohit Goel of SP's AirBuz caught up with Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, FLY91 to know more about their current operations, future plans and his vision for the airline.

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Expanding into India's Growing Aviation Sector

In an exclusive interview to SP's AirBuz, BAA Training CEO, Marijus Ravoitis provides an insight into BAA Training's global expansion and its focus on India's Pilot Training Market

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Aviation Poised for Profit Growth in 2025 — IATA

By Rohit Goel

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025, projecting a modest improvement in profitability amidst ongoing supply chain disruptions and cost pressures. This forecast underscores the resilience of the aviation sector, which continues to navigate complex operational challenges while demonstrating steady financial growth.

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2024 — A Year of Growth, Challenges, and Innovation

By Ayushee Chaudhary

In 2024, global passenger traffic rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, but restricted capacity, supply chain disruptions, and rising non-fuel costs challenged fleet modernisation, while airlines achieved high profits and MRO providers and lessors thrived amid increased demand

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Trump's Victory: What will it unfold for India

By Manish Kumar Jha

For India, one of the most significant aspects of Trump's return will be his approach to China. There is a possibility that Trump will continue to view India through a transactional lens, prioritising trade deficits and economic returns. The role which the US plays as the global tech powerhouse is the model for future growth which cuts across economy to security. In all potential, there are mostly positive signs, rather another defining era for Indo-US relations could unfold if indicators are right. The convergence of mutual interest for both democracies is too obvious.

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"Our aircraft are highly efficient and future-proof, and we are committed to providing airlines and passengers with the most modern, reliable, low-emission and cost-effective aircraft on the market."

In a candid interview, ATR CEO Nathalie Tarnaud Laude talks on wide-ranging subjects including Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of Regional Connectivity with Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP's Airbuz

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Innovating Air Travel for Tomorrow's Skies

Deutsche Aircraft, headquartered in Germany, is leading the way to more sustainable flying as part of a future of integrated regional transportation solutions. In an interview to Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief of SP's AirBuz, Anastasija Visnakova, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Deutsche Aircraft, traces the journey of the company and explores its sustainable path forward

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PM Modi's State visit to US — a strong boost for
Indo-US ties

By Ayushee Chaudhary

The visit witnessed a lot of key developments, deliberations, and meetings in the fields of defence, education, environment, technology, and other global affairs.

SP's Civil Aviation Yearbook

Minister of Civil Aviation unveils the inaugural issue of SP’s Civil Aviation Yearbook

By Neetu Dhulia

With the New Year cheer abuzz, SP’s has a new reason to cheer! SP’s introduced the ‘SP’s Civil Aviation Yearbook (SP’s CAYB)’. The coveted book was released by the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Ashok Gajapathi Raju.

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SP Guide Publications Wins Prestigious Business Aviation Award

AERO INDIA 2017

At the BizAvIndia Awards 2017 organised by Business Aircraft Operators Association (BAOA) in Bengaluru on February 13, 2017...

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    November 19, 2024

    SpiceJet's $90 Million Deal with Canadian Q400 Planes: Resolution boosts domestic aviation sector

    By Manish Kumar Jha

    SpiceJet, India's prominent low-cost airline, has successfully resolved a significant dispute with Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier over a fleet of Q400 turboprop planes. The resolution comes in the form of a $90 million settlement, marking the end of a prolonged legal battle and financial tension between the two parties. The resolution also has broader implications for the Indian aviation sector as with a robust growth of 15 per cent, the sector is poised to soar towards making Indian domestic aviation the second-largest market in the world.

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  • Europe Goes Downhill

    By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)

    Europe grapples with mounting divisions within the European Union and NATO, while facing a barrage of challenges on multiple fronts

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