Airlines

IndiGo announces new flights between Ras Al Khaimah and Hyderabad

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IndiGo, India’s top airline, has announced new international flights between Hyderabad and Ras Al Khaimah w.e.f. on June 15, 2023. For visitors and business travellers, these additional enhancements to the summer timetable will expand accessibility, improve mobility, and offer more flight options.

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Ras Al-Khaimah is the fourth city in the emirates, the eleventh place to go in the Middle East, the 26th international place, and the 100th place altogether in the 6E network. Along with beaches and the Hazar mountains, tourists can explore the natural world and authentic offerings. In Ras Al-Khaimah, popular tourist attractions are Sunset at Zipline in Jebel Jais Dhayah Fort, the National Museum, and Khatt Springs are a few of the sights on the slope of Jebel Jais. RAK is a well-liked location for leisure visitors, destination weddings, and incentives targeting the MICE segment.

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Hyderabad is a great destination for tourists as it has a variety of popular tourist attractions like Charminar, Golconda Fort, Salar Jung Museum, and many more. It is also well known for its first-rate medical services.

Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website www.goIndiGo.in. The introduction of these flights will further bolster the airline’s domestic and international connectivity.

Airlines

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.