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IndiGo recommences direct connectivity to Hong Kong

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IndiGo, India’s favourite airline, has announced the resumption of flights between Delhi and Hong Kong, hence improving direct connectivity. This route not only enhances relations between the two vibrant cities, but also highlights Hong Kong’s importance as a crucial business hub. and a tourism centre in the Asia-Pacific area.

Beginning October 5, 2023, these flights will be designed to meet the needs of the increasing travel and commercial demand between India and Hong Kong, offering customers a longer variety of flying options to improve accessibility and ease seamless travel.

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Hong Kong, also known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient,’ is a spectacular Chinese special administrative area. The city is known for its exciting nightlife and bustling party scene, but it also draws shopaholics to its shopping paradise. Aside from its tourist attractions, Hong Kong has enormous potential as a dynamic economic centre, enticing worldwide businesses to pursue profitable trade opportunities.

Famous sights such as Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, Victoria Peak, Tian Tan Buddha, Star Ferry, Nan Lian Garden, Lantau Island, and the scenic Victoria Harbour attracts visitors from all over the world. The calendar of the city is filled with unique annual festivals, such as the vivid Chinese New Year celebrations and the passionate Dragon Boat festival, which contribute to its attractiveness and charm.

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These flights are being reintroduced to meet the needs of business and leisure travellers looking for innovative and economical ways to get to areas that assist business development and provide tourist attractions. Customers who want to arrange their trip can do so on official website, www.goIndiGo.in. The addition of these flights will improve the airline’s international connectivity.

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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.