India’s aviation market is rapidly expanding, but regional connectivity has remained largely untapped. FLY91 is focusing on underserved destinations and customer-friendly innovations. Manoj Chacko, CEO & MD, FLY91, in an interview with TRAVTALK, shares how the airline was conceived, its early success, and plans ahead. Nisha Verma The idea of …
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Stakeholders from across India, Nepal, and Bhutan unite in Sikkim to shape the future of sustainable adventure and ecotourism through dialogue, partnerships, and new initiatives The Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Ecotourism (IHCAE), Chemchey, under the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Government of Sikkim, in collaboration with Sikkim INSPIRES, …
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From strengthening domestic connectivity in India to venturing deeper into Europe, Central Asia, and Africa, IndiGo is strategically aligning itself with India’s growth story, shares Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, in an exclusive conversation with TRAVTALK. Nisha Verma Emphasising that scale, technology, and globalisation will define IndiGo’s next phase of growth, …
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Akasa Air will operate 300 weekly flights from the Navi Mumbai International Airport, which is scheduled to open in September 2025, says Belson Coutinho, Co-Founder & COO, Akasa Air. Hazel Jain Akasa Air is set to expand its fleet to 30, with its 29th aircraft recently flying into India. The …
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Aeroprime Group’s appointment as Air Cambodia’s GSA marks a strategic leap in India-Southeast Asia aviation. With growing demand for cultural travel, the company is strengthening trade engagement, consumer outreach and connectivity. Backed by strong response to the Phnom Penh–Delhi route, it plans further expansion, targeting leisure and heritage segments. Surbhi …
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Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its operations, including new flights to Hyderabad, and is actively pursuing collaborations to enhance its network and services. The airline is exploring new technologies and innovative solutions. Bethelhem Dibaba, Regional Director – India Subcontinent, Ethiopian Airlines speaks exclusively to Travtalk and shares details. Hazel Jain India …
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While the opening month of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has been pushed again to August 2025, the airport authorities have managed to woo all three major airlines in India. But located more than 40-odd kms away from the city centre, will it be able to woo the passengers? …
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Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, in an exclusive interaction with TRAVTALK, shares the airline’s international vision, upcoming route map and the role of partnerships and the travel trade in IndiGo’s transformation from a regional leader to a global force. Nisha Verma “This is India’s time!” said visibly energised Pieter Elbers, CEO, …
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Vietnam Airlines launched direct flights from Hyderabad to Hanoi, starting 7th May 2025. This marks the airline’s fourth gateway in India — following Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The new nonstop service will operate three times a week, on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. To commemorate the inaugural flight, a celebratory event …
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Vietnam Airlines, the national carrier of Vietnam, proudly marked a new milestone today with the successful launch of its upgraded wide-body operations on the Mumbai-Hanoi route. The airline will now operate four weekly flights using the state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A350 aircraft, offering passengers a superior travel experience …
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