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Airbus emerges as front runner to win Jet Airways’ order worth $5.5 billion

Anurag Kotoky - 27 June, 2022

Once India’s top private airline, Jet Airways is returning to the skies. The company is trying to acquire A320neo jets and A220 planes from Airbus SE, Boeing Co. and Embraer SA.

Air India likely to order 300 narrowbody jets in one of history’s largest aircraft deals

Siddharth Philip - 20 June, 2022

Under Tata's ownership, the carrier may order Airbus SE’s A320neo family jets or Boeing Co.’s 737 Max models, or a mix of both, said people familiar with the matter.

Tata-owned Air India may introduce Airbus A350 jets by early 2023

Anurag Kotoky - 16 June, 2022

Air India is polling pilots on whether they want to be trained to fly Airbus SE A350 jets, indicating that it intends to operate the model as it looks to renew its widebody fleet.

Air India may buy as many as 30 large jets worth $10 billion, Airbus’ enginemaker says

Anurag Kotoky - 25 March, 2022

Chris Davie, senior vice president in Asia Pacific for Rolls-Royce, said Tata Group-owned Air India is looking for 'big order', which will allow the airline to get international growth.

India signs mega deal for 56 Airbus C-295 aircraft — here’s what lies ahead

Snehesh Alex Philip - 24 September, 2021

The aircraft have a 5-10 tonne capacity, are capable of operating from semi-prepared strips and has a rear ramp door for quick reaction and para dropping of troops and cargo.

India looks to lease mid-air refueller from French Air Force for training, more could follow

Snehesh Alex Philip - 29 April, 2021

IAF's refueller fleet currently comprises six Russian IIyushin-78 tankers, first inducted in 2003, which are facing maintenance and serviceability issues.

Airbus in talks with Indian Navy to lease out Panther helicopters

Snehesh Alex Philip - 4 February, 2021

The Navy has been desperate to replace its Chetak helicopters of 1960s vintage with NUH but the procurement process for 111 such choppers has been stuck.

Airbus emerges frontrunner as IAF looks at 10-year lease for mid-air refuellers

Snehesh Alex Philip - 3 February, 2021

Airbus' A330 multi-role tanker transport aircraft has also been leased by the UK Royal Air Force since 2008 under a 27-year contract.

IAF looks to lease mid-air refuellers amid critical shortage, seeks offers from Airbus, Boeing

Snehesh Alex Philip - 18 January, 2021

India’s refueller fleet currently comprises six Russian IIyushin-78 tankers, first inducted in 2003, that are facing maintenance and serviceability issues.

Airbus bets small is beautiful as A220 chases post-Covid sales

Charlotte Ryan - 11 November, 2020

The single-aisle plane, which seats as few as 100 passengers, can offer low operating costs and a flexible platform for long and short missions.

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