The proposed relocation of the Bankra Mosque inside Kolkata airport has returned to public attention after access restrictions were imposed. Aviation officials cite security and runway limitations, while community representatives demand consultation and legal protection.   The proposal to relocate the Bankra Mosque from inside Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has again become a major public issue as aviation authori

Bhogapuram Airport Licence Issued, Flights To Begin Soon Vizianagaram, July 9, 2026: The much-awaited Alluri Sitharama Raju Bhogapuram International Airport has moved closer to launch after receiving its aerodrome licence from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu said the airport has achieved 100 per cent completion and is now ready for inauguration. The minister announced after inspecting the airport al

TMC Bank Accounts Frozen Under PMLA; ED Freezes Rs 440 Cr The Enforcement Directorate has frozen Rs 440.42 crore lying in three bank accounts of the All India Trinamool Congress under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The Mamata Banerjee-led party has called the ED action politically motivated, arbitrary, and illegal. In a major legal and political deve

Jet Fuel Price Cut Gives Airlines Relief As ATF Falls By Rs 5/Litre Aviation turbine fuel prices in India have been reduced by nearly Rs 5 per litre from July 1, 2026, offering fresh relief to domestic airlines at a time when global crude oil prices have started easing. The revised ATF rate in Delhi is now around Rs 110 per litre, according to the latest price notifications reported by media outlets. ATF Price Cut Comes As Crude Oil Softens

Boeing 777 Low Pass In Texas Raises Aviation Safety Concerns A converted Boeing 777 freighter made an unusually low pass over a private airfield in Texas during a pre-delivery test flight, raising questions over aviation safety procedures and clearance margins. Boeing 777 Makes Low Pass Over Texas Airfield The incident reportedly took pla

Europe Flight Disruptions: 189 Flights Cancelled, Over 2,200 Delayed Across Major Airports Air travellers across Europe faced fresh disruption as several major airports reported widespread delays and cancellations, affecting passengers in Spain, Germany, England, the Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland, and other parts of the continent. According to travel disruption reports, around 1

A NetJets business aircraft crashed on a Texas highway near Laredo, killing at least one person as motorists rushed to rescue passengers from the burning wreckage. NetJets Aircraft Crashes On Texas Highway A business jet crashed onto a highway in Texas late on June 16, leaving at least one person dead and prompting a quick rescue effort by passing motorists. The aircraft, identified as a Cessna Citation Latitude twin-engine jet, came down on Lo

AI171 Crash Report: What AAIB May Examine On First Anniversary Nearly one year after the deadly Air India Flight AI171 crash, attention has turned to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau as families, aviation experts, and the public wait for clearer answers on what caused the tragedy. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft was operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on June

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed major Indian airlines and airport operators to submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by June 15, 2026. These reports must detail the corrective measures taken to address safety concerns identified during routine and surprise inspections. The move is part of the regulator's broader effort to strengthen aviation safety across India as air traffic continues

Lufthansa 787 Nose Gear Collapse At Frankfurt Airport Injures Staff Before LA Flight A Lufthansa Boeing 787 nose gear collapsed at Frankfurt Airport before boarding, injuring staff and cancelling its Los Angeles-bound flight. A Lufthansa Boeing 787 aircraft suffered a nose gear collapse while parked at a gate at Frankfurt Airport, leaving several staff members injured. The aircraft was being prepared for its scheduled long-haul flight to Los Angeles, bu

IndiGo has temporarily paused flights to six international destinations as the airline adjusts part of its overseas network due to weak demand, higher costs and airspace-related pressure.   IndiGo Pauses Six Overseas Routes IndiGo has announced a temporary suspension of flights to six international destinations, affecting passengers planning trips to parts of Southeast Asia and China. The airline will pause services to La

Hyderabad Lufthansa Flight Threat Triggers Alert A Hyderabad Lufthansa flight threat created a major security alert at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after Lufthansa flight LH754 received a bomb alert before landing. The Frankfurt Hyderabad flight was scheduled to arrive at Shamshabad when the airline reportedly received an email claiming that a bomb had been placed on the aircraft. Following the Lufthansa LH754 bomb alert, airport officials immediat

US Air Force Tanker Aircraft Goes Missing Near Hormuz After Emergency Alert A US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, widely known as a “flying gas station” for its mid-air refuelling capabilities, reportedly lost signal over the Gulf region near the

May 1, 2026 | Global: Jet Fuel Prices Rise 5%, Mark Second Consecutive Monthly Increase International prices of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), commonly known as jet fuel, have risen by around 5%, marking the second consecutive monthly increase. The hike reflects sustained pressure in global energy markets, with oil companies gradually passing on higher costs to international carriers. According to state-owned oil firms, ATF prices for foreign airlines have b

A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi triggered panic among passengers after encountering severe weather conditions mid-air. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows visibly distressed passengers, with some seen crying and praying as the aircraft experienced turbulence and prolonged delays. According to officials, the flight