Airlines
Indigo connects to the US with new codeshare flights
The most popular airline in India, IndiGo, is expanding its global network with the introduction of new codeshare flights to the United States of America through Istanbul. By enabling easy connectivity to New York, Boston, Chicago, and Washington through its codeshare arrangement with Turkish Airlines, this strategic expansion offers up a world of possibilities for Indian travellers beginning on June 15, 2023.
With the expansion of IndiGo into a new continent, these new links represent a key turning point in the airline’s mission to improve global connectivity from India.
Passengers on IndiGo will have access to a wide range of U.S. destinations through to this codeshare agreement, including New York, the pulsing city that never sleeps; Boston, the historically significant centre of academic excellence and cultural heritage; Chicago, the energetic city known for its architecture and deep-dish pizza; and Virginia, where the Dulles International Airport serves as a gateway to the attractive Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Travellers may now set out on exciting excursions with IndiGo, whether they choose to stroll around Central Park in New York, discover the Freedom Trail in Boston, awe at the Cloud Gate sculpture in Chicago, or see the famous sites in Washington, D.C.
Travellers on business and for pleasure can take advantage of the prospects for trade, commerce, and exploration in these growing American cities through to these new linkages, which have enormous potential.
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Scotland, Bulgaria, Spain, the Netherlands, Greece, Belgium, Hungary, Denmark, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, Malta, France, the Czech Republic, Israel, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, and Portugal are just a few of the European nations that are accessible via codeshare connections that IndiGo already offers to 33 destinations.
Customers can easily visit www.goIndiGo.in, IndiGo’s official website, to plan their trips and purchase tickets. These flights not only represent an increase in IndiGo’s international connectivity, but they also highlight the airline’s dedication to meeting the changing needs of its customers by offering convenient and affordable travel options to places with vibrant economies and captivating tourist attractions.
Flight No. Origin Destination Frequency Effective Departure Arrival 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Jun 15, 2023 14:05 17:50 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily Jun 15, 2023 15:10 18:50 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Jun 15, 2023 15:15 19:20 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily Jun 15, 2023 19:30 12:20 6E 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Jun 15, 2023 22:45 15:45 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily Jun 15, 2023 23:10 15:45 6E 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Oct 28, 2023 22:40 15:40 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Mon,Wed,Fri,Sat Oct 28, 2023 23:10 15:25 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Oct 29, 2023 15:10 19:10 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Oct 29, 2023 15:55 20:15 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Mon,Wed,Fri,Sat Oct 30, 2023 15:50 19:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Tue,Thu,Sat Oct 31, 2023 20:50 13:45 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Nov 05, 2023 15:10 19:10 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Nov 05, 2023 15:55 20:15 6 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Nov 05, 2023 22:40 15:40 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Mon,Wed,Fri,Sat Nov 06, 2023 15:50 19:25 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Mon,Wed,Fri,Sat Nov 06, 2023 23:10 15:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Tue,Thu,Sat Nov 07, 2023 20:50 13:45 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Nov 12, 2023 15:10 18:10 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Nov 12, 2023 15:55 19:15 6E 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Nov 12, 2023 21:40 15:40 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily except Tue and Thu Nov 13, 2023 15:50 18:25 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily except Tue and Thu Nov 13, 2023 22:10 15:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Tue,Thu,Sat Nov 14, 2023 19:50 13:45 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily Nov 27, 2023 15:50 18:25 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily Nov 27, 2023 22:10 15:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily except Mon and Sun Nov 28, 2023 19:50 13:45 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily Dec 05, 2023 19:50 13:45 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily except Tue and Thu Feb 05, 2024 15:50 18:25 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily except Tue and Thu Feb 05, 2024 22:10 15:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Tue,Thu,Sat Feb 06, 2024 19:50 13:45 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Tue,Thu,Sat,Sun Feb 27, 2024 19:50 13:45 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily except Sun Mar 04, 2024 15:50 18:25 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily except Sun Mar 04, 2024 19:50 13:45 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily except Sun Mar 04, 2024 22:10 15:25 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Mar 10, 2024 15:10 19:10 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily Mar 10, 2024 15:50 19:25 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Mar 10, 2024 15:55 20:15 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily Mar 10, 2024 20:50 13:45 6E 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Mar 10, 2024 22:40 15:40 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily Mar 10, 2024 23:10 15:25 6E 4221 Dulles Istanbul Daily Mar 30, 2024 22:45 15:45 6E 4225 Boston Istanbul Daily Mar 30, 2024 23:10 15:45 6E 4234 Istanbul New York Daily Mar 31, 2024 14:05 17:50 6E 4224 Istanbul Boston Daily Mar 31, 2024 15:10 18:50 6E 4220 Istanbul Dulles Daily Mar 31, 2024 15:15 19:20 6E 4236 New York Istanbul Daily
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Airlines
China to Design second Phase of C919 Aircraft; Cathay Pacific Shows Interest
In a significant move reflecting China’s growing ambitions in the aviation industry, the state-owned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) is set to expand its production facilities for the indigenous C919 jets in Shanghai.
This expansion comes in response to a surge in orders, signaling a significant milestone for China’s efforts to establish itself as a key player in the global aerospace market. According to reports from the China Aviation Planning and Design Institute (AVIC-CAPDI), a key contractor involved in the project.
COMAC has embarked on the second phase of the C919 large passenger aircraft batch production capacity construction project. The project, located in Pudong, Shanghai, boasts a substantial total construction area of 330,000 square meters.
The expansion project, as outlined by AVIC-CAPDI, primarily focuses on the construction of crucial infrastructure including an assembly plant, parts warehouse, and tarmac area. Such developments underscore COMAC’s commitment to ramping up manufacturing capabilities to meet the burgeoning demand for the C919 aircraft.
This move comes on the heels of major orders from leading Chinese carriers, including Air China and China Southern Airlines, each placing orders for 100 C919 jets. These substantial orders not only validate the growing confidence but also aim to challenge the dominance of industry giants Airbus and Boeing in the commercial aircraft market.
Despite primarily securing orders from Chinese airlines and aircraft lessors, the C919 has garnered significant traction, accumulating over 1,000 orders to date. Moreover, at the recent Fortune Innovation Forum held in Hong Kong, Ronald Lam, CEO of Cathay Pacific, hinted at the airline’s potential interest in adopting the C919 in the near future.
Airlines
Mid-Flight Chaos: Eva Air Flight Attendants Praised for Halting Brawl Over Seat Dispute
In a remarkable display of bravery and quick thinking, three female flight attendants from Eva Air have been lauded as heroes after diffusing a tense altercation between two male passengers aboard a flight from Taiwan to San Francisco.
The incident unfolded onboard EVA Air flight BR8 on May 7, just hours into the 11½-hour journey from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Reports suggest that the confrontation erupted over a seat dispute when one passenger sought to switch seats due to concerns over a neighbor’s coughing. In the ensuing chaos, the passenger who attempted to claim the seat was met with resistance from its original occupant, leading to a physical altercation.
Witnesses on the flight described a scene of escalating tension as one passenger attempted to strike the other, prompting the swift intervention of the cabin crew. Video footage shared on social media captured the moment when the flight attendants courageously stepped in to separate the brawling passengers, with one attendant holding back the assailant while others intervened to prevent further escalation.
Passenger Alex Pierce, who captured the incident on video, expressed his concern for the safety of the flight attendants amidst the chaos. Despite the volatile situation, the Eva Air crew remained composed and acted decisively to restore order on the aircraft.
Following the intervention of the flight attendants, the two unruly passengers were handed over to US law enforcement upon the flight’s arrival in California. Eva Air reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards disruptive behavior and commended the crew for their exemplary response to the incident.
Airlines
Why do airplane tires cause smoke at touchdown?
When an aircraft touches down during landing, the appearance of smoke is a common sight. This occurrence arises from a combination of factors related to the landing procedure and the characteristics of the tires themselves.
As the aircraft descends and prepares for touchdown, the tires are stationary. Upon contact with the ground, they rapidly accelerate from a standstill to an average speed of 240 to 260 km/h. This sudden burst of motion creates friction between the tires and the runway surface, resulting in the emission of smoke.
The smoke stems from the considerable heat generated by the friction between the rubber tires and the asphalt runway. This heat is sufficient to cause the rubber to almost vaporize, resembling the smoke produced when a bike tire skids against the road.
Several variables influence the intensity and occurrence of smoke during landings. The frequency of landings a tire experiences within a specific timeframe, such as within 24 hours, impacts its level of wear and tear. Airlines rigorously inspect tire conditions before each flight, promptly replacing them if any damage or signs of deterioration are detected to uphold safety standards.
The design and resilience of aircraft tires are influenced by the type of aircraft and its operational demands. For example, the tires used on an Airbus A330-200 differ in composition and load capacity compared to those designed for conventional automobiles. Furthermore, environmental factors such as runway temperatures and altitude variations contribute to tire performance.
Aircraft tires are meticulously engineered to endure the demanding conditions of takeoff and landing. They incorporate multiple layers of nylon for reinforcement and a wire core to prevent slippage on the rim. Moreover, these tires are filled with nitrogen, offering superior properties compared to conventional compressed air for aviation purposes.