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JetBlue’s Latest Onboard Food and Beverage Offerings

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JetBlue is excited to announce its latest onboard food and beverage offerings, in flight now, across both its Mint and Core experiences.

The Best of Mint is Back Again
The airline is bringing the best of what customers loved from its debut menu with Delicious Hospitality Group (DHG)— the team behind acclaimed New York City restaurants Charlie Bird, Legacy Records and Pasquale Jones—back to its Mint dining program with a seasonal twist on dishes from DHG’s Charlie Bird.

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Customers traveling on transatlantic flights in JetBlue’s Mint experience can expect to see new dishes like Mushroom Lasagna, Italian Clam Soup, and Burrata with Baby Beats and Breadcrumbs, during lunch and dinner flights. For breakfast flights, customers can feel energized across their travels with a new tasting of Greek Yogurt with Strawberry Jam and Walnuts. On domestic routes, customers can savor Cacio e Pepe Cavatelli for lunch or dinner, and sensibly indulge with Lemon Soufflé Pancakes with Raspberries for breakfast.

Fresh to the Core
Customers traveling on transatlantic flights in JetBlue’s Core experience will enjoy new offerings available from New York-based restaurant group, Dig. Bringing its signature build-your-own dining concept to 35,000 ft., Dig’s seasonal ingredients and flavors will delight tastes buds with every selection, including new options like Coconut Yogurt Parfait with Fresh Meyer Lemon at breakfast, and Sautéed Sirloin with Barley Risotto or Berbere Spiced Chicken with Pearl Couscous during lunch and dinner flights. For more information on JetBlue’s transatlantic service, visit our U.K. and Europe page on JetBlue.com.

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The airline is also introducing two new EatUp Café items, including a Turkey and Pepper Jack Sandwich and Southwestern Salad, on all routes where EatUp Café items are available for purchase.

On all JetBlue flights, the airline is excited to offer new alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options. Archer Roose Bubbly Rosé offers a fresh take on the classic Archer Roose Rosé, with a sparkle, while Starry offers a crisp take on the traditional lemon-lime soda.

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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.