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Indigo’s livery appears on Turkish Airlines’ Boeing 777 aircraft.

The first Boeing 777 that has been completely painted in the blue color scheme will be delivered to IndiGo (6E), the largest airline in India. The airline took a lease Boeing 777 from Turkish Airlines.

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Recently on February 1 it has begun running the wide-body Boeing 777 on the Delhi-Istanbul route. IndiGo so far has been operating only narrow-body all-economy Airbus planes. This is for the first time in its over 16 years of operations that the Gurugram-headquartered airline will have twin-aisle planes in its fleet. According to a statement from the airline, the Boeing 777 aircraft can accommodate 400 passengers in a dual-class layout of business and economy.

We spy with our eyes something beginning with Tango Charlie! ? In February, @TurkishAirlines and @IndiGo6E signed a wet lease agreement to meet the travel demand in India. As a result, this Boeing 777 aircraft is registered as TC-LKD and being painted in IndiGo livery. ? pic.twitter.com/cIRzNn1zjD

— Turkish Technic (@TurkishTechnic) March 14, 2023

The new livery images of 6E’s latest Boeing 777 have been released by th@TurkishTechnic. The aircraft holding registration TC-LKD is currently in the Turkish Technik paint shop. It is currently being painted in Indigo’s original livery. This will be the airline’s first Boeing aircraft to be painted in its Blue livery.

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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.