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Singapore Airlines adding extra summer flights direct to Christchurch

In addition to the daily service throughout the year, Singapore Airlines has announced an additional 40 flights, which will begin flying three times per week on November 19.

Gordon Bevan, General Manager of Aeronautical Development, says early signs show that the additional three flights per week will be well-received and utilized by passengers. “South Islanders love this service as a direct flight from Christchurch Airport to Singapore’s Changi Airport, then on to dozens of cities in Asia and Europe”.

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“The airline has been a valuable worldwide partner for past 37 years. “In recent years and despite difficult times, the airline continued to fly here to assist this city and island, so even when passengers were unable to travel. Singapore Airlines direct service to the South Island is significant for both passengers and cargo.

“The additional flights into Christchurch will add a further 759 weekly seats to the South Island gateway, so will enhance tourism and business connectivity.

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Exporters will be able to market their products more quickly through Changi Airport, world-class hub, in response to an increase in cargo capacity of up to 50 tonnes per week non-stop to Asia. With Air New Zealand, another Star Alliance member, 40 additional flights will be operated jointly.

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Air India Express Aircraft Engine Part Falls Outside Delhi Airport; DGCA Orders Probe

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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry following reports that metal fragments were discovered at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after an Air India Express flight made an emergency landing on Monday evening.

The emergency landing was prompted by a detected engine fault, but fortunately, the landing was executed safely without any injuries to the passengers.

The situation began when crew members of the Air India Express flight reported an engine issue, leading to the emergency landing. The DGCA has confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and has directed that the aircraft undergo a comprehensive safety inspection.

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The discovery of metal debris outside the airport has raised concerns, prompting the DGCA to probe whether these fragments are linked to the aircraft involved in the emergency landing. Authorities are particularly focused on whether the metal pieces, which were found near the airport, originated from the same Air India Express flight that experienced engine trouble.

While preliminary assessments suggest that the debris could be a broken blade from an aircraft engine, the exact source remains unconfirmed. The airline has yet to verify if the metal fragments are from their aircraft.

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The Delhi Police, working in conjunction with the DGCA, have initiated their own investigation to determine the origin of the metal pieces. A technical team is set to analyze whether the fragments are associated with the aircraft in question. As the investigation continues, a case has been filed with the airport authority to address the matter.