Aerospace

Turkish Airlines is very near to place a big order with Airbus

As the Dubai Airshow prepares to kick off this week from November 13 to 17, the aviation industry anticipates a flurry of announcements regarding aircraft orders from both manufacturers and airlines.

The event serves as a culmination of a dynamic year for aviation, and there is considerable speculation, fueled by recent reports, that numerous significant orders will be unveiled during this prestigious airshow.

– 75 Airbus A350-900

– 15 Airbus A350-1000

– 5 Airbus freighter A350F

– 250 Airbus A321 NEO

– Option for 10 additional Airbus A350-900s.

Turkish Airlines has leased 21 more aircraft, most of which are narrow bodies, to boost capacity in the near future. It also codeshared with Indigo to meet their aviation demands and operate widebody aircraft from India. It can also place orders for 200–400 aircraft, including narrow and wide-body aircraft.

On Saturday, Turkish Airlines (THY) engaged in discussions with Airbus (AIR.PA) to explore the potential acquisition of 355 new aircraft, as reported by the state-run Anadolu news agency. The meeting, held in Istanbul, focused on the prospect of purchasing 75 wide-body A350-900 and 15 wide-body A350-1000 aircraft.

Furthermore, officials from Turkish Airlines considered acquiring 250 narrow-body A321neo aircraft, along with five A350F cargo aircraft. Additionally, terms for the purchase of 10 A350-900s had already been agreed upon.

Aerospace

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.