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Pre-ordering meals on shorter flights is now available with Austrian Airlines.

On Austrian Airlines, meals can now be ordered in advance.

Your reward above the clouds. What will it be today? What would you prefer: a hearty snack, a veggie wrap, or a Wiener Schnitzel? With the new pre-order option, travellers in economy class may now choose in advance whatever dish from the regional Austrian Melangerie menu they want to enjoy during their flight. Customers can conveniently pre-order their favourite dish online at www.austrian.com/at/en/austrian-melangerie up to 48 hours in advance. This guarantees that their preferred food will be served. Then, customers can pay electronically while on board.

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“With Austrian Melangerie PreOrder, we provide an additional perk in service to our short- and medium-haul passengers. Pre-ordering is a crucial step toward greater sustainability and reducing food waste because it allows for better planning, according to Austrian Airlines CCO Michael Trestl.

Pre-ordering from the Austrian Melangerie menu is possible on all short- and medium-distance flights with a flight time of more than 50 minutes, both to and from Vienna. Only hot meals and sandwiches are available for PreOrder from Austrian Melangerie.

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On board, passengers will once again have access to a wide selection of Austrian meals, snacks, and drinks. Each traveller may order up to five meals in advance. The Austrian Melangerie only sells goods that are ethically, seasonally, and locally produced by Austrian manufacturers.

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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.