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Two bodies found in undercarriage of plane at Colombia airport

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Two bodies found in undercarriage of plane at Colombia airport

The bodies of two young men, who may have been from the Dominican Republic, were discovered in the undercarriage of an Avianca plane in the Colombian capital Bogota during maintenance, the airline and the country’s attorney general’s office announced on Saturday.

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“At its arrival to the El Dorado airport in Bogota, staff from the airline discovered the bodies of two passengers who flew irregularly (stowaways) in the undercarriage of the aeroplane,” Avianca said in a statement, adding that the discovery was made on Friday evening.

Avianca offered condolences to the families of the two victims and stated that, although it inspects aircraft before every flight, authorities are in charge of ensuring the security of airports and their restricted areas.

According to a statement from the attorney general’s office, “the technical investigative body of the attorney general’s office is taking out urgent operations to determine the nationality and origin of the bodies aged between 15 and 20, Afro-descendent, which were located inside the aeroplane.”

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Although no identity documents were discovered with the victims, one was determined to be carrying Dominican Republic dollars, and a suitcase containing the men also included documentation from that nation. These findings “indicate that the males may have been on the aircraft since January 3,” when it was last in the Dominican Republic, the office stated.

The bodies had been frozen and partially thawed, according to the statement, and one had burns.

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Thief Trying to steal $7.5 million helicopter and crashed it during an attempted robbery at an airport.

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Thief Trying to steal $7.5 million helicopter and crashed it during an attempted robbery at an airport.

Four thieves tried to steal a helicopter at Sacramento Executive Airport in the early hours of the morning between 4 am and 6 am in the morning, but only one was able to start. During an attempted theft at an airport in the US state of California, a criminal stole a $7.5 million chopper and crashed it. No one was hurt at the scene.

The gathered evidence, information from witnesses, and security footage, according to Sean Ragan, the FBI’s Special Agent in Charge, point to a suspect in the case.

The motive for the suspect’s desire to steal the helicopter is being investigated by federal officials. It’s possible that someone wants to purchase the plane for a trip. Terrorism might be a possibility if they intended to purchase it for a different illegal purpose or to harm other people’s property.

The blade of a Bell 429 helicopter plummeted to the ground, scattering debris over the immediate region. Other helicopters that were parked nearby also sustained minor damages.

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The incident is being looked into by both the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board.

 

 

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India’s SpiceJet airline flying soon to Greece

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The most popular low-cost carrier in India, SpiceJet, has appointed BBT Air – Aviation Services as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in Greece. BBT Air will be in charge of the airline’s sales, growth, and general representation in the Greek market, offering top-notch services to passenger and travel agencies.

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BBT Air’s Commercial Director, Mr. Konstantinos Melas, said: “We are pleased to welcome SpiceJet to our portfolio and market. We’re confident that additional sales opportunities will materialize once SpiceJet becomes available in Greece. Our top aim will be to contact marine travel agencies and offer them another choice for flights within and outside of India because Greece has impressive results in marine/offshore traffic. Starting from there, we’ll seek to advance SpiceJet in our nation and consider the possibility of establishing a direct connection between Athens and Delhi in the future. . A much-desired route that is currently missing from Greece”.

The airline’s website, spicejet.com, as well as travel agencies with access to its B2B portal already have the flights displayed and available for purchase. By calling +30 210 9793500, the offices of BBT Air Aviation Services, which also accepts and manages all group requests and supports local travel agencies, passengers can also purchase their tickets there.

SpiceSaver, SpiceFlex, and SpiceMAX are the three pricing alternatives offered on all flights, providing greater service options, comfort, and flexibility for all passenger demands, both at the airport and during the flight.

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The selection of BBT Air as GSA in the Greek market is a part of SpiceJet’s goal to expand internationally and providing its customers with seamless end-to-end connectivity between the two nations. The airline, which is India’s largest regional carrier and has a fleet of Boeing 737s, Q-400s, and freighters, operates numerous daily flights under UDAN or the Regional Connectivity Scheme.

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Indigo will begin to offer flights to Singapore and Dhaka in March.

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IndiGo strengthens international connectivity from Mumbai

IndiGo, India’s most preferred carrier has announced new direct flight between Mumbai-Dhaka from March 26, 2023. This new route has been introduced to cater to the rising demand for travel from Mumbai. The airline has also announced the resumption of operations between Mumbai and Singapore effective March 26, 2023.

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The resumption of flights between Mumbai and Singapore will help promote tourism as both cities have many tourist attractions. According to Singapore Tourism Board, India accounted for over 686,000 of the overall 6.3 million global visitor arrivals in 2022, emerging as Singapore’s second-largest source market after Indonesia (1.1 million visitors). Singapore has famous attractions such as Universal Studios Singapore, Singapore Flyer, Gardens by The Bay, S.E.A. Aquarium, Sentosa Island, Sentosa Merlion Tower, Trick Eye Museum. These flights will not only promote tourism but also make travel hassle-free to these destinations through direct connections and additional capacity.

These flights are designed to cater to business and leisure travelers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options to access destinations which help in building businesses and are known for their tourist attractions. 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 international connectivity.

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STARLUX Airlines Launches First Transpacific Flight to Los Angeles

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STARLUX Airlines Launches First Transpacific Flight to Los Angeles

STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based luxury carrier, announced the launch of its inaugural Taipei-Los Angeles transpacific flight debuting on April 26. Initially starting with five weekly flights, the service is expected to ramp to daily in June. STARLUX also announced the establishment of its first US office based in Los Angeles and its new designation as the “Official International Airline Partner of the LA Clippers” as part of a multi-year partnership with the NBA team.

With eyes to the skies and “luxury” embedded in its brand, STARLUX strives to achieve the highest standards in operations, service, safety, and management. The airline operates the TPE-LAX route with its new-generation Airbus A350 configured in a premium four-class layout, with four seats in First, 26 in Business, 36 in Premium Economy, and 240 in Economy.

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Travelers in First and Business will have a cozy private space with a sliding door and seats with full-flat and Zero G mode for full relaxation. The extra-legroom Premium Economy section features a 40-inch Recaro seat with a leg rest and footrest bar. Economy Class seats are also built for utmost comfort, equipped with leather headrests and wide seat pitch. In addition, the A350 offers nose-to-tail seatback entertainment featuring 4K personal large screens.

The Clippers are an innovative global brand with an international fan base and reach, and STARLUX is the latest international company to join Clipper Nation. In addition to in-arena activations and hospitality elements in Los Angeles, STARLUX’s partnership with the Clippers includes international rights through the NBA’s international team marketing program. The airline will activate in-flight branding, international sweepstakes, and other digital and in-person activations featuring Clippers elements and personalities.

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Starting June 1, Clippers-themed amenities will be provided on STARLUX TPE-LAX flights, such as themed meal packaging including paper placemats, napkins, towelettes, inflight meal foil covers, mini food flags, burger wrapping paper, and kids meal boxes. Other niceties include playing cards, eye masks, paper cups, stirrers, rice cracker packages, luggage tags, boarding passes, and stickers will be distributed at check-in.

Airline ticket reservations for departures from April 26, 2023, onward can now be booked through travel agents and on www.starlux-airlines.com. Flights will depart Los Angeles for Taipei on Tuesday and Thursday through Sunday at 00:50 hours. Flights will depart Taipei for Los Angeles on Monday and Wednesday through Saturday at 23:40 hours.

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Air India makes another voluntary retirement offer for staff

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Following the Tata Group’s acquisition of the losing airline in January of last year, Air India issued a voluntary retirement offer to its non-flying workers on Friday. This was the second such offer.

According to a notification, the current offer will be offered for permanent general cadre officers who are 40 years of age or older and have accomplished a minimum of five years of continuous service with the airline. Employees in the clerical and unskilled categories who have completed a minimum of five years of continuous employment will also be eligible.

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The promotion will be available till April 30th. According to sources, approximately 2,100 employees will be eligible to take advantage of the current voluntary retirement offer. The airline currently employs approximately 11,000 workers, including both flying and non-flying employees.

“The employees will also receive an ex-gratia sum as a one-time bonus if they apply for voluntary retirement between 17 March 2023 and 30 April 2023. The notification stated that eligible employees who apply by March 31, 2023, will receive an additional Rs 1 lakh over and above the ex-gratia sum.

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Both flying and non-flying workers were covered in the initial voluntary retirement offer. At the time, approximately 4,200 employees were eligible, and of those, approximately 1,500 chose the offer. The strategy aims to place Air India on a course for consistent growth, financial success, and market dominance.

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Why Air India offers staff a 2nd time voluntary retirement option

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While it orders new aircraft, Air India is currently undertaking extensive strategic plans for the future. In addition, it wants to hire new personnel and young 
talent for its fleet operations.  As it announced VRS for the older staff members for the second time and promised them better compensation. The goal of Air India is to replace the outdated work environment, aircraft, and of course its old staff with younger talent.

Why does Air India issue VRS to those over 40?

In an effort to cut costs and boost operational effectiveness, Air India has made voluntary retirement programs (VRS) available to its workers. By granting employees the option to retire voluntarily, Air India is enabling the airline to cut its personnel and associated costs without having to resort to layoffs or other more extreme measures.

The current offer, according to a notification, is only available to permanent general cadre officers who are 40 years of age or older and have at least five years of continuous service under their belts. Furthermore eligible are workers in the administrative and unskilled categories who have worked continuously for at least five years.

Employees who choose to retire early or voluntarily are frequently given financial incentives to do so through VRS schemes, which can include severance payments, expanded medical coverage, and pension plans. By providing these incentives, Air India can persuade workers to retire of their own will, lowering the company’s payroll costs and strengthening its financial position.

“If staff opt for voluntary retirement between March 17 and April 30, 2023, they will also be given an ex-gratia payment as a one-time bonus. According to the notification, eligible personnel who submit their applications by March 31, 2023, will receive an additional Rs 1 lakh on top of the ex-gratia payment.”

It’s worth noting that offering VRS is a common practice among many companies, especially those facing financial difficulties or restructuring efforts. It’s important to note that any VRS scheme must comply with labor laws and regulations, and affected employees should carefully evaluate the terms of the scheme before deciding to accept the offer.

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Advancements in technology and training

Retaining young workers for the airlines requires an innovative, clever approach to problems, as well as initial training and ongoing support. \sThe older staff members can have trouble adopting new technology.
According to a statement published by the software business, the carrier would make use of Amadeus’ Alta PSS (Passenger Service System) suite, which includes elements for revenue management, revenue accounting, retailing, merchandising, website, mobile, and frequent flyer program management. most crucially, all significant new aircraft have the most up-to-date operations and maintenance procedures. Using the most recent technologies undoubtedly aids air India to preserve its positive reputation.

Older workers might be paid more and receive better benefits than more recent hires, and they might also have different skill sets and working habits that are no longer in line with the demands of the business. In order to save payroll costs and create room for younger, more affordable personnel with more modernized skills and expertise, the corporation may opt to retire some of its older employees.

It’s crucial to remember that any decisions made regarding the retirement or termination of employees must adhere to labor rules and regulations, and those impacted may be entitled to severance payments or other benefits.

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Lufthansa Technik hands another A350 aircraft to German airforce

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Lufthansa Technik hands another A350 aircraft to German airforce

The German Military Forces received another brand-new Airbus A350 from Lufthansa Technik AG. Theodor Heuss, the first President of the Federal Republic of Germany, was honoured with the ceremonial christening of the contemporary long-haul jet before this. The plane will be transported from Lufthansa Technik’s facility in Hamburg to Cologne-Wahn airport tomorrow so that the German Airforce may formally launch its political-parliamentary flight programme.

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“Theodor Heuss” bears the tactical registration 10+02 and is the third aircraft of this type to be handed over by Lufthansa Technik to the German Armed Forces, following “Kurt Schumacher” (10+03) and “Konrad Adenauer” (10+01). It is further the second A350 to have a full government cabin installed. Thus, 10+03, which for reasons of early availability had only received an interim cabin in 2020, has returned to Lufthansa Technik’s Hamburg headquarters earlier this year. There, it is now also receiving the full government cabin in order to complete the German Airforce’s A350 fleet in 2024.

In October 2021, Lufthansa Technik received 10+02 as a factory-new aircraft, and since then, the company’s Special Aircraft Services division has installed a highly customized government interior that satisfies the highest standards of functionality, connectivity, comfort, and privacy for visiting dignitaries.

An adjacent cabin space for the accompanying delegates completes the inside. In order to make passengers‘ time on board as pleasant as possible, Lufthansa Technik fitted modern galleys, a sufficient number of private restrooms, and comfortable seats with enough legroom.

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