Aviation

Fly Easy, Pay Less: Air India Express Rolls Out ‘Xpress Lite’ Fares

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Air India Express, a subsidiary of the Tata Group-owned Air India, has unveiled a new offering targeted at budget-conscious travelers: ‘Xpress Lite’ fares.

By choosing to travel without checking in baggage, customers can take advantage of cheaper ticket costs. With this recent announcement, travelers will be able to schedule their flights with more flexibility and at a lower cost.

Through the ‘Xpress Lite’ program, travelers can take advantage of fares that are less expensive than standard ones. Complementing this service is “Xpress Check-In,” a function that allows passengers to skip lines at baggage belts and check-in counters, thereby expediting the boarding procedure. Furthermore, travelers who choose “Xpress Lite” prices will be given a free 3-kilogram cabin luggage allowance.

To ensure optimal convenience and flexibility for travelers, customers can also take advantage of drastically lower pricing if they prefer to pre-book additional check-in luggage allowances of 15 kg or 20 kg.

Ankur Garg, Chief Commercial Officer of Air India Express, expressed optimism about the launch of ‘Xpress Lite’ fares, envisioning it as a new standard for air travel in India. He highlighted the popularity of similar propositions among flyers globally, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to offering best-in-class services and frictionless journeys for travelers.

Overall, Air India Express’s introduction of ‘Xpress Lite’ fares reflects a strategic move to cater to the diverse needs of travelers while maintaining affordability and quality service.

Aviation

Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”