Topic: Aviation
Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024
A new bill, the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024, was introduced by Union Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu. This bill replaces the outdated Aircraft Act of 1934, which was...
US Approves Helicopter Sale to India
On December 2, 2024, the Biden administration informed Congress about military sale to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. It aims to enhance India’s defence capabilities and the...
India Inducts Sabal 20 Logistics Drone
India has enhanced its defense capabilities with the Sabal 20 logistics drone, developed by IIT Kanpur, this drone supports stealth operations and is designed for challenging terrains. The...
Rare Red-Headed Vulture Sighting in Kasaragod
The Red-Headed Vulture was seen in Kasaragod, adding to the area’s bird diversity and importance. The critically endangered species was observed by bird watcher Sreelal K. Mohan. He...
Hyderabad Airport Wins for Digital Innovations
GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL) has gained international recognition for its digital innovations. The accolades were presented at the ‘Airport Excellence Awards’ during the Saudi Airport Exhibition...
Kerala Launches Seaplane Service for Tourism
The tourism sector in Kerala is set for an important boost with the launch of a new seaplane service. This initiative is scheduled to commence on November 11...
Merger of Air India and Vistara
Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have agreed to merge Air India and Vistara to create India’s second-biggest carrier. Why is this merger significant? The Singapore Airlines (SIA)...
AVGAS 100 LL
Indigenously developed special aviation fuel AVGAS 100 LL was launched by the Indian Government. Key facts AVGAS 100 LL was indigenously developed by the Indian Oil Corporation for...
Regulations of Drones in India hastened
On January 13, 2020, the Indian Aviation Ministry announced that registration of all drones in the country is mandatory. The Ministry has given January 31, 2020 as deadline...
