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Why Vistara Embraces SITA’s Tech Solutions: A Strategic Move Unveiled

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Vistara, India’s premier full-service airline and a joint venture between the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has become the first Indian airline to implement both SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb® technologies.

By doing this, Vistara hopes to greatly increase the efficiency of flight planning and operations, reduce fuel consumption, and cut carbon emissions by 15,000 tonnes annually.

By giving pilots improved weather awareness information with the use of SITA eWAS, Vistara will be able to increase overall flight safety and effectiveness. It functions as a very efficient method of transmitting OptiClimb data.

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SITA OptiClimb®, the only machine-learning solution in the sector, uses historical flight data to estimate fuel usage during the climb out and offers unique climb profile optimization for each flight.

Vistara will be able to save an average of 80 tonnes of fuel per year per aircraft and cut carbon emissions by about 250 tonnes annually. Annual fuel savings for Vistara’s total fleet are predicted to be more than 5,000 tonnes, which will result in a more than 15,000-ton drop in carbon emissions.

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“India’s aviation industry is expanding at an unprecedented rate, and we’re thrilled to support efforts towards more sustainable air travel by assisting leading airlines like Vistara with solutions that boost their productivity, significantly lower fuel consumption, and maximize their efficiency,” said Sumesh Patel, President, Asia Pacific, SITA. A growing number of Indian airlines are increasingly searching for creative ways to streamline operations and improve the traveler experience.

Airlines

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.