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Emirates A380 makes a grand entrance in Indonesia

Emirates A380 makes grand entrance in Indonesia

Emirates’ flagship A380 has made history by becoming the first scheduled A380 service to Indonesia after making a historic touchdown at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport earlier today. Emirates flight EK368 took off from Dubai at 03:10 and touched down in Bali at 16:20. EK369, the return flight, will leave Bali at 19:40 and land in Dubai at 00:45. All times are local.

In order to provide passengers, VIP delegations, and airport officials a closer look at the double-decker’s distinctive offerings, including its award-winning First Class suites, Emirates’ debut A380 flight to Bali was flown by a three-class aircraft. A two-class A380 aircraft with 58 lie-flat seats in business class and 557 seats in economy will be used by the airline to maintain A380 operations in Bali.

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Emirates continues to demonstrate its long-standing commitment to Indonesia’s travel and tourist industry with other efforts in addition to launching its flagship A380. At the Arabian tourism Market in Dubai in early May, the Emirates and the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to continue promoting Indonesia as a top tourism destination through cooperative marketing campaigns and initiatives.

Indonesian travelers can look forward to taking advantage of the A380’s roomy and comfortable cabins, as well as its signature amenities like the Onboard Lounge and award-winning inflight entertainment system with more than 6,500 channels of on-demand entertainment. By the end of the summer, the Emirates A380 will likely have expanded to over 50 destinations from its current 46, which includes Dubai.

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Tickets can be booked through online and offline travel agencies, Emirates sales offices, the Emirates App, and emirates.com. For the most recent criteria, travelers are also recommended to check the Emirates website.

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Air India to Launch aircraft maintenance training institute in Bengaluru

Air India, one of India’s leading global airlines, is set to establish a Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) in Bengaluru.

This institute will offer a comprehensive Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The program will follow an integrated 2+2 year structure, combining classroom learning with practical, hands-on training.

This initiative is part of Air India’s broader goal of creating a robust aviation ecosystem in India. With plans to expand its fleet and strengthen its operations, the airline aims to build a skilled workforce of maintenance engineers, making the organization self-reliant while supporting its ambitious transformation journey.

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To bring this vision to life, air india has partnered with Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL), a subsidiary of Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL). Together, they will develop a state-of-the-art facility spanning 86,000 square feet at Bengaluru Airport City.

This purpose-built campus will feature modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and qualified trainers to deliver world-class education and training. The institute is expected to become operational by mid-2026.

The BMTO will be located close to Air India’s new 12-bay Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, also set to open in Bengaluru by early 2026. The AME program will begin with two years of academic coursework, followed by two years of practical training at the MRO, ensuring students receive hands-on experience adhering to industry standards.

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In the meantime, Air India has introduced a Cadet AME program in collaboration with reputable institutions in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

This ensures continuity in its commitment to developing skilled aircraft maintenance engineers while the BMTO facility is under construction. The program also allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree through university partnerships, enhancing their career and academic opportunities.

With this initiative, air india plane aims to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in aircraft maintenance and engineering, air india new planes contributing to the development of India’s aviation sector and creating specialized career paths for aspiring engineers.