Civil aviation news
Sector news aggregated from reference outlets, always linking to the original source.
August 19, 2026
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Dhaka will seek a “guarantee clause” in the renewed Ganges Water Treaty with India and is ready... The post Bangladesh says it wants guarantee…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will hold a bilateral meeting with the Defence Minister of Japan Mr... The post Raksha Mantri to hold bilateral…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Pakistan on Wednesday extended the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft until September 24, according to... The post Pakistan extends airspace…
Former Air India (AI) chief executive Campbell Wilson is set to return to a senior aviation leadership role after Air New Zealand (NZ) announced plans to appoint him to its board of directors. The…
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Wilson is one of two new appointees to the Auckland-based Star Alliance carrier’s board. Air New Zealand is to appoint outgoing Air India chief executive Campbell Wilson as one of its directors, as…
Scandinavian carrier SAS Scandinavian Airlines will resume direct flights to India for the first time in 17 years starting 1 October 2026. The carrier will operate the route from Copenhagen to…
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India has announced that it will lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones as part of a plan to bolster surveillance over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The drones, leased at $203 million, are meant to…
The Indian Navy is set to strengthen its maritime surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities with the induction of two MQ-9B Sea Guardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance (HALE) remotely piloted…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India’s indigenous air defence export ambitions appear to be gathering momentum in Central Asia. According to sources... The post After Armenia…
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This report was originally published on IDRW.org. At first glance, Brazil’s reported interest in India’s Tejas Mk1A despite already operating and planning to expand... The post Why Brazil Could Want…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The Indian Navy’s elite MARCOS commandos were involved in high-risk drone-strike missions during Operation Sindoor, with two... The post MARCOS…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. In a notable milestone for domestic defense innovation, Zen Technologies has successfully commissioned India’s first AI-Enabled Containerised... The…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. In a significant milestone for India’s defense self-reliance, the Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), a... The post CVRDE…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India’s tanker exports surged more than six-fold to $1.36 billion in the June quarter from $221.1 million... The post India’s tanker exports surge…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Indian Army chief General Dhiraj Seth on Tuesday called on Nepal’s Prime Minister and Defence Minister Balendra... The post Indian Army chief Gen…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. India on Tuesday reaffirmed its resolve to counter all forms of terrorist activities, particularly cross-border terrorism after... The post India…
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August 18, 2026
After clearing government approvals, SAS is preparing its return to the Indian market. In October 2026, the Scandinavian carrier will launch direct flights between Copenhagen and Mumbai…
After clearing government authorizations, SAS is preparing its return to the Indian market. In October 2026, the Scandinavian carrier will launch direct flights between Copenhagen and Mumbai…
SAS (SK) is preparing to strengthen air connectivity between Scandinavia and India with the launch of a year-round nonstop service between Copenhagen (CPH) and Mumbai (BOM) from October 1, 2026. The…
By Jay Menon Subscription Required Aug. 18, 2026, © Leeham News: When former IATA head Willie Walsh assumed charge as chief executive of IndiGo in the first week of August, he inherited the…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The proposed Reliance Industries–Rolls-Royce partnership to develop an indigenous combat aircraft engine for India’s Advanced Medium Combat... The…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Pakistan’s military spokesperson has launched a sharp attack on India over a documentary covering Operation Sindoor, accusing... The post Pakistan…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Southern Naval Command, Kochi, on 14 Aug 2026. The bilateral engagement witnessed intensive professional interaction, exchange of... The post India…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The White House’s Section 232 proclamation enacting up to 100% tariffs on imported unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)... The post The 100% Tariff Wall…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Making a strong case for stricter electoral laws in the US, President Donald Trump praised the Indian... The post Trump urges SAVE America Act…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. Bangladesh does not want its friendly ties with India to deteriorate over the long-pending Teesta water-sharing agreement,... The post Bangladesh…
India's Ministry of Defence launched the competition to acquire 60 medium transport aircraft on August 12, 2026, with the formal issuance of a tender. The…
Indian passenger alleges discrimination on Emirates Business Class flight as viral post sparks debate and airline response. The post Emirates A380 Business Class Passenger Alleges Racial…
Akasa Air has signed a sale-and-leaseback agreement with Avolon covering up to seven Boeing 737-8200s. The aircraft are intended to support the Indian carrier's growth. Akasa Air signed […]…
Pair of UAVs will support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance activities. New Delhi has entered an agreement with General Atomics to lease a pair of MQ-9B SeaGuardian remotely piloted…
