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The Telangana government has announced Rs 40.53 lakh for a pre-feasibility study on the proposed green field airport in Peddapalli district, marking a crucial step towards bringing the airport to reality. The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has been appointed as consultant to conduct the study, which will cover
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As a new biometric system is introduced for passengers entering the Schengen zone, including those travelling from the UK, travel experts are warning Britons to expect longer wait times at airports and ports across Europe. The Entry/Exit System (EES) is expected to be fully in place by April 2026,
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A Liberian-owned aviation company, Liberty Airlines, has raised concerns over an unfair and exclusionary bidding process conducted by the Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) for the rehabilitation and management of James Spriggs Payne Airport and four other domestic airports. The firm alleges that the process lacked transparency, failed to include local
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Brazil's main airports have consistently maintained a high level of passenger satisfaction, with 94% of users rating their experience as 4 or 5, out of 5, in a recent survey. The National Passenger Satisfaction Survey, conducted by the National Civil Aviation Secretariat (SAC), interviewed 8,517 passengers at
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Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new national carrier, has marked a significant milestone in its operational readiness with the launch of its first daily flights to London Heathrow Airport, commencing on October 26. The airline has also introduced its innovative loyalty program, "Sfeer," designed to offer exclusive
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Air traffic control staffing issues have been crippling the nation's aviation system, with major airports including Newark, Phoenix, Denver, Las Vegas, and Burbank experiencing significant delays due to the absence of air traffic controllers. As the US government remains shut down, 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,
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Unidentified drones have been spotted in various European countries, prompting multiple airport closures and raising concerns about potential Russian involvement. The latest incident occurred in Lithuania, where the main airport was closed following a sighting of 13 "contraband" balloons flying towards the site. This is not an isolated
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The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai has witnessed a significant increase in the use of technology-enabled travel solutions, with more passengers opting for self-check-in kiosks, self-baggage drop units, and biometric-enabled DigiYatra services over the past 16 months. According to data shared by the airport, between April 2024
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Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has requested a swift implementation of the Long Thanh International Airport project, prioritizing completion by December 19, 2025, to serve calibrating and technical flights. The Government Department's Official Letter No. 9013/VPCP-CN, dated September 23, 2025, emphasizes the importance of coordinating with
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Passengers at London Stansted Airport have been left stranded and frustrated after a small blaze in the Escape Lounge caused the departure area to be suspended early on Tuesday morning. The fire, which occurred around 3:30 am, was quickly brought under control, but the resulting delays and backlog have
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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has formally taken charge of security at the Noida International Airport, a greenfield airport in the process of preparing for its launch on October 30. In the first phase, 1,047 CISF personnel will be deployed to ensure layered security at the airport. The
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India's aviation infrastructure is on the brink of significant expansion, with the Navi Mumbai International Airport and Noida International Airport set to become operational by the end of 2025. This development aligns with global trends of large cities operating multiple airports to handle rising passenger numbers, increased service
