Sustainable Green Airports Mission

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has taken a significant step towards sustainability and carbon neutrality with the launch of its publication, “Sustainable Green Airports Mission.” The booklet was unveiled by Jyotiraditya Scindia, the Union Minister of Civil Aviation, on ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation

In the ever-evolving world of aviation, technological advancements play a crucial role in ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency. One such groundbreaking innovation is the GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) system. Developed jointly by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

What is ‘GAGAN Satellite Technology’?

India has achieved a major landmark after the Airports Authority of India (AAI) successfully conducted a trial by applying the latest indigenous satellite-based augmentation system (SBAS) technology named GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation). Overview: IndiGo became the first airline ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2022

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Airports Authority of India (AAI) signs pact with Boeing to modernize air traffic management in India

The US aircraft maker Boeing co and national airports body Airports Authority of India (AAI) have signed a technical assistance agreement for developing a comprehensive roadmap for modernisation of air traffic services in the country. The air traffic services comprise ..

‘Not all animals migrate by choice’ campaign launched

Ahead of International Day of Biological Diversity (celebrated on 22 May), an awareness campaign was launched by the name of ‘Not all animals migrate by choice’ to be displayed at major airports across India. Key Highlights about Campaign Objective: To ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2019

Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Saab sign a pact to explore air traffic management

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Swedish aerospace and defence company (Saab) to explore Air Traffic Management (ATM) solutions for airports operating under the UDAN regional connectivity scheme. In the sector of ..