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India’s newest airline FLY91 starts commercial operations with maiden flight

FLY91, the latest addition to India’s vibrant aviation landscape, marked a significant milestone on Monday as it commenced its commercial services.

The inaugural flight of the airline embarked from Goa’s Manohar International Airport at 07:55 am, embarking on its maiden journey to Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. In a remarkable debut, FLY91 also successfully operated its first route to Sindhudurg from Bengaluru on the same day.

Expressing pride and enthusiasm, Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FLY91, stated, “We at FLY91 are incredibly proud to launch our inaugural commercial flight. This is not just about reaching a destination; it’s about taking flight with the dreams and aspirations of a nation.”

To mark the occasion and extend a warm welcome to passengers, FLY91 introduced a special inaugural fare of Rs 1,991 (inclusive of all charges). This exclusive offer will be applicable to all flights across FLY91‘s operational sectors, highlighting the airline’s commitment to providing affordable travel options.

FLY91’s initial operations will focus on key routes connecting Goa, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Sindhudurg, with plans to expand its network to include Agatti, Jalgaon, and Pune by April. The airline will operate flights between Goa and Bengaluru on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, along with a similar frequency of flights between Bengaluru and Sindhudurg. Additionally, FLY91 will facilitate connectivity between Goa and Hyderabad, as well as between Sindhudurg and Hyderabad, with flights scheduled twice a week.

With an eye toward expansion and enhancing connectivity, FLY91 has commenced operations with two ATR 72-600 aircraft, with plans to add four more aircraft in the coming months. This strategic fleet expansion will enable the airline to establish a robust pan-India presence, focused on five key zones across the country.

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Air India Express Aircraft Engine Part Falls Outside Delhi Airport; DGCA Orders Probe

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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry following reports that metal fragments were discovered at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after an Air India Express flight made an emergency landing on Monday evening.

The emergency landing was prompted by a detected engine fault, but fortunately, the landing was executed safely without any injuries to the passengers.

The situation began when crew members of the Air India Express flight reported an engine issue, leading to the emergency landing. The DGCA has confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and has directed that the aircraft undergo a comprehensive safety inspection.

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The discovery of metal debris outside the airport has raised concerns, prompting the DGCA to probe whether these fragments are linked to the aircraft involved in the emergency landing. Authorities are particularly focused on whether the metal pieces, which were found near the airport, originated from the same Air India Express flight that experienced engine trouble.

While preliminary assessments suggest that the debris could be a broken blade from an aircraft engine, the exact source remains unconfirmed. The airline has yet to verify if the metal fragments are from their aircraft.

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The Delhi Police, working in conjunction with the DGCA, have initiated their own investigation to determine the origin of the metal pieces. A technical team is set to analyze whether the fragments are associated with the aircraft in question. As the investigation continues, a case has been filed with the airport authority to address the matter.