DGCA issues circular to prevent runway incursions after Haneda airport incident
To enhance runway safety and prevent incidents like the recent collision at Haneda airport, DGCA urges airports to establish runway safety teams and implement advanced technologies for better situational awareness. The circular emphasizes comprehensive training for personnel and adherence to standard procedures. ATCs are reminded to activate stop bars and deploy contingency measures for unserviceable ones. By addressing human factors and fostering a proactive approach, the risk of runway incursions can be further minimized, DGCA asserts. Key Points
Economic TimesDelhi Airport's main CAT III runway finally back in action from today
India Business News: Delhi Airport's main CAT III runway, runway 28/10, is finally back in operation after a month's delay. Get the latest updates on the re-carpeting and refurbishment work of the runway and its impact on flight operations at India's busiest aviation hub. Key Points
Times Of IndiaUnder-repairs Delhi runway to resume ops this week: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Delhi Airport's runway - 28/10 - is set to resume operations this week, according to Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The airport, known as India's busiest in terms of footfall, has faced significant disruptions this winter due to the closure of this runway for maintenance since September. As a result, the airport has been operating with just one runway, leading to limitations in handling low visibility conditions. Key Points
Economic TimesG20 summit and curbs on construction work to curb pollution delayed repair of Delhi Airport runway
The airport, India's busiest in terms of footfall, has been unable to restart runway 28/10, which has been closed since September last year. The original plan of reopening the runway in the last week of December has been postponed twice. The G20 Summit was held in the capital under Indias presidency on September 9-10, 2023, while the curbs on construction came into effect in November as Delhi grappled with severe pollution. Key Points
Economic TimesDelhi airport fully operationalises one runway for low-visibility landings, ‘war room’ set up
SOPs to alleviate passenger inconvenience were sent to all airlines Monday, says civil aviation minister. Adds 'incidence reporting' to be sought thrice daily for all 6 metro airports. Key Points
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Japan Plane crash: Coast Guard plane was not given permission for take-off before collision
A Japanese coast guard plane collided with a larger Japan Airlines passenger jet at Tokyo's Haneda Airport. The transcript of communications prior to the crash suggests that the coast guard plane did not have permission to be on the runway. Key Points
mintDelhi Airport set to get a capacity boost with new runway, taxiway
While a fourth runway will increase the number of air traffic movements per hour, an elevated taxiway connection will allow the aircraft to vacate the runway faster and shorten its taxiing time. Delhi Airport, operated by GMR Infra is the countrys largest airport and handles around 75-80 aircraft movements per hour. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian Air Force's aircraft remains stuck at Leh airport, flights cancelled
A C-17 heavy-lift transport aircraft is facing serviceability issues and is on the runway at Leh, ANI quoted IAF officials as saying. FLights by Indian carriers, including Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet and IndiGo either returned or were diverted to nearby Chandigarh and Srinagar due to closure of the airport. Key Points
Economic TimesWatch: Shocking moment as plane's engine catches fire just before take off
A flight was aborted at Brazil's Rio de Janeiro after a plane's engine burst into flames on the runway before take off. No passengers were hurt in the incident. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesMajor mishap averted at Delhi airport; Vistara planes get permission for take off, landing at same time
A potential disaster was narrowly avoided at Delhi airport when a Vistara Airlines aircraft was given permission to take off while another plane was in the process of landing. The take-off was halted after instructions from the Air Traffic Control (ATC) came. Key Points
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Watch: Flight lands on snow-covered runway in New York, skids off, goes into grass
The American Airlines plane slid off the runway shortly after landing at New York's Rochester airport on Thursday. All 50 passengers and three crew were safely evacuated after the incident. Key Points
India TodayReopening of Delhi airport's CAT III runway delayed due to 'technical issues'
Delhi airport's main runway 28/10, which has been shut for re-carpeting work and refurbishment since mid-September 2023, was supposed to be operational on January 19. It is currently one of the two CAT III runways at the airport, equipped to operate in low visibility. Key Points
India TodayMore govt measures for air traffic amid fog disruptions
India's civil aviation ministry has asked airport officials in Delhi, Mumbai, and four other cities to set up "war rooms" to monitor operations and report any issues three times a day due to ongoing chaos caused by dense fog. The government has also requested incidence reporting and the establishment of control rooms to address passenger inconvenience. The delays and cancellations have prompted the regulator to issue new procedures and the Delhi airport to accelerate runway maintenance. The weather conditions are expected to continue, with a cold wave alert and spells of dense fog forecasted for the next two days. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesAmid fog delays, govt tells Delhi airport to operationalise runway equipped for low-visibility landing
CAT III-compliant runway under repair since Sept. Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says unruly behaviour 'will be dealt with strongly', after man slapped pilot on Indigo flight. Key Points
ThePrintVideo: Plane overshoots runway, crashes into a car in Texas; 1 injured
A small plane overshot the runway while trying to make an emergency landing at a Texas airport and struck a car that was driving along a nearby road. Driver of the car was injured in the incident. Key Points
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Instant videos may be next big step in Artificial Intelligence
Several companies are developing generative AI technology that can create videos from a short description. runway AI is one of the firms building the AI systems, which can generate text, images and sounds, and is set to open its service to a small group of testers this week. While the new technology, which is capable of generating videos that show where the industry is headed, could speed up the work for moviemakers or be used in online misinformation, some firms including Google and Facebook are cautious as they believe it represents a risk. Key Points
Economic TimesProject runway and Below Deck: Why Anna Z and Below Deck Sailing Yacht star Gary King receiving backlash?
Fans were thrilled and intrigued by a special crossover event that brought together Project runway and Below Deck. In this exciting collaboration, the two shows joined forces to present a unique and captivating challenge. Key Points
Economic TimesFocus on efficiency or you will lose customers: Jytoriaditya Scindia warns airline CEOs after fog fiasco
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has warned airlines to enhance efficiency or risk losing customers. During a meeting with airline CEOs, Scindia emphasized the need for growth without compromising efficiency. The minister's comments follow significant disruptions at Delhi Airport due to severe fog, causing delays for over 500 flights. Key Points
Economic TimesUpgradation of Eastern Ladakh’s Nyoma airfield begins to facilitate fighter jet operations along LAC
Since, at 13,700 ft, it will be world's highest airfield, fighter engines are being tweaked to enable operation at such heights. Defence Minister likely to inspect work next month. Key Points
ThePrintBritish airline EasyJet leaves 19 passengers as plane was 'too heavy' to take off
EasyJet left 19 passengers on the runway in Lanzarote, Spain as the plane became 'too heavy' to take off due to weight and weather conditions. The pilot offered a 500 euro incentive for volunteers to stay behind. Key Points
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Shravasti airport gets license for commercial operations
India Business News: Shravasti airport has received a license for commercial operations. The airport is part of the Buddha circuit and has a 1,351 metres-long runway. It will primarily serve tourists visiting the sacred places of Buddhism in Shravasti. Key Points
Times Of IndiaGiorgio Armani, Zegna present fluid elegance for the next hot season as Milan Fashion Week wraps up
The 88-year-old designer said his designs start with a pencil and a blank piece of paper — a work process that was underlined by a large sharpened pencil that served as a backdrop for the runway show. His Giorgio signature was cast on the back wall. Key Points
The Indian ExpressUnion Ministers flag off first Delhi-Dharamshala flight
The first IndiGo airlines’ Delhi-Dharamshala-Delhi flight was flagged off on March 26, 2023 by the Union Ministers Anurag Thakur, Jyotiraditya Scindia, and General (Retd.) V.K. Singh. Key Points
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