Airlines

Vistara Announces Daily Direct Flights Between Mumbai And Muscat From 12 December 2022

Starting on December 12, 2022, Vistara, the best full-service airline in India and a joint venture between the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, will offer nonstop service between Mumbai and Muscat, the capital of Oman. The airline, which will exclusively operate premium economy class on this route in addition to business and economy class, will run daily flights between the two cities using its A320neo aircraft. Bookings for the flights are gradually becoming available through all available channels, including the Vistara website, mobile app, and travel agencies.

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Introductory all-inclusive, round-trip fares are as follows:

Sector	Economy	Premium Economy	Business
Mumbai – Muscat – Mumbai	INR 15,999	INR 21,999	INR 49,999
Muscat – Mumbai – Muscat	OMR 99	OMR 199	OMR 349

Schedule of flights to/from Muscat, Oman effective 12 December 2022:

Sector	Flight No.	Days of Operation	Departure	Arrival
Mumbai – Muscat	UK 0233	Daily	20:00 Hrs	21:35 Hrs
Muscat – Mumbai	UK 0234	Daily	22:55 Hrs	3:10 Hrs (+1)

All eligible customers who meet the visa and entry requirements for both countries as set forth by the relevant government organisations will be accepted by Vistara. Before making any reservations, Vistara highly advises all of its clients to thoroughly comprehend these policies.

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Vistara is the top-rated airline in India according to Skytrax and TripAdvisor, and it has won numerous ‘Best Airline’ awards. It is also praised for maintaining high safety standards and providing world-class cabin cleanliness. In addition to being named the “Best Airline in India and Southern Asia” for the second consecutive year, “Best Airline Staff Service in India and Southern Asia” for the fourth consecutive year, “Best Cabin Crew in India and Southern Asia” for the second consecutive year, and “Best Business Class in India and Southern Asia” at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022, the airline has recently been listed among the top 20 airlines in the world.

Airlines

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.