Airlines

Emirates boosts services to Hong Kong with third daily flight from November

Emirates has announced the addition of a third daily service to Hong Kong beginning November 1. The new flight, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will provide nonstop service between Dubai and Hong Kong, helping to meet the route’s expanding demand.

Emirates is boosting its weekly flight schedule to 21 flights in order to fulfill market demand and provide consumers with increased flexibility, choice, and connectivity. With the addition of the third scheduled service, Emirates will now offer two daily direct flights to the city in addition to a third daily service through Bangkok, giving customers more flexibility in their travel plans.

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The increased daily frequency between Hong Kong and Dubai will be EK382/383, with seats available in First Class, Business Class, and Economy Class. Tickets can be purchased through emirates.com, the Emirates App, and select travel agencies.

EK382/383 is scheduled to operate with timings as follows (all times are local):

Dates	Flight	Departure	Arrival
1 November 2023 – 30 March 2024	EK382 (DXB/HKG)	03:15	14:30
1 November 2023 – 30 March 2024	EK383 (HKG/DXB)	18:00	23:05

The extra flights will enhance Emirates‘ direct services on EK380/381 and EK384/385, which operate with a brief stopover in Bangkok. The additional flights will be deployed in November. Both trips make use of Emirates’ flagship A380 aircraft, which are still in high demand among passengers due to their roomy and pleasant cabins.

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The airline’s expanded service to Hong Kong is anticipated to make it easier for customers to link between Hong Kong and other well-known locations within Emirates’ network, such as the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, and a variety of European locations. Additionally, Brazil, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and other European nations including Germany, Italy, and Portugal are important feeder markets for Hong Kong.

Airlines

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.