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Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Aircraft forced to land further on Nagpur runway due to buildings violating height norms
Nagpur: The aircraft landing at Nagpur airport have to touch down almost 450 metres from the starting point of the current runway, to ensure they are flying high enough to pass above some buildings on the flight path that have violated height norms. The presence of buildings that may pose an obstruction on the flight path has led to the change in the touchdown point on the runway. Normally, flights touch down close to where the runway begins. At Nagpur, aircraft have to slow the descent for a certain distance even after it closes in on the airport. This changes the alignment with the runway, leading to the alteration of the landing point too, explained sources. Since the runway is 3,200 metres long, it is possible for the aircraft to skip landing right at the beginning, said sources. The long-term planning at the time of building the airport has helped. Because the runway has enough length, it is possible to alter the landing point. It may have been difficult on a runway of less than 3,000 metres length, said a source. This change was made over three years ago and remains there even as action against the building height violators is awaited. There are a number of buildings that have exceeded the stipulated height for structures near the airport. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like IQ Worldwide - Test your Intelligence, know your IQ Score Try Now Undo In some structures, add-ons like a water tank have led to height violations, said a source. Coming closer to the Nagpur airport, the planes begin descent from a height of 3,200 metres. They have to hold on the descent for some distance so that the plane flies over the buildings that pose an obstruction. In turn, the aircraft has to land a little further on the runway. At Nagpur, over 60 buildings around the airport violate the height norms. Mihan India Limited, the airport operator, has sent notices to the owners, and now the ball is in the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's (DGCA) court. According to the Aircraft (Demolition of Obstruction Rules), only the DGCA has the power to bring down the structures. A hearing was held over a year ago, but MIL awaits a final decision from DGCA. A review meeting to assess the situation was held on Friday. It was part of the periodic review of structures done by Airports Authority of India (AAI), a source said.
Reuters
6 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Aircraft maker Textron tops profit estimates on strong aftermarket service, Bell demand
July 24 (Reuters) - Aircraft maker Textron (TXT.N), opens new tab beat second-quarter profit and revenue estimates on Thursday, helped by strong demand for aftermarket parts and services and growth in its Bell unit. "In the quarter, we saw revenue growth in both our commercial aircraft and helicopter businesses, as well as in Bell's FLRAA program, now known as the MV-75," said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott C. Donnelly. Textron's larger aviation segment, which manufactures Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft, delivered 49 jets in the quarter, up from 42 in the second quarter last year. However, its quarterly deliveries of commercial turboprop were down to 34 from 44 last year. The segment's revenue rose 2.9% from last year to $1.52 billion, aided by higher aftermarket parts and services revenues in the second quarter. The company's Bell unit makes helicopters and tiltrotors, and has benefited from the Bell V-280 Valor program which the U.S. Army designates as the MV-75 future long-range assault aircraft. The unit posted a nearly 30% rise in quarterly revenue to $1.02 billion. Textron's total revenue rose more than 5% to $3.72 billion in the second quarter, compared with estimates of $3.64 billion, according to LSEG compiled data. Its quarterly adjusted profit stood at $1.55 per share, compared with the average of analysts' estimates of $1.44 per share. Textron reiterated its expectation for full-year 2025 adjusted earnings to be in the range of $6.00 to $6.20 per share. The Providence, Rhode Island-based firm, however, sees a $100 million hike in its annual adjusted manufacturing cash flow to be in the range of $900 million to $1.0 billion. This incorporates the expected impact associated with recently enacted U.S. tax legislation.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
AI171 crash: Centre issued nine notices to Air India for safety violations in six months; investigation under way
Air India 171 crash NEW DELHI: Over the last six months, Air India has received nine show cause notices linked to five different safety violations, according to minister of state for civil aviation Murlidhar Mohol in the Rajya Sabha. Enforcement action has been completed in one case, while investigations continue into others. A major focus of concern is the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 on June 12, 2025. The flight, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 260 people. The aircraft went down into a medical hostel complex near the airport, leaving just one survivor out of the 241 people on board. The director general of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has ordered a formal investigation under Rule 11 of the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents & Incidents) Rules, 2017. A preliminary report, published after a month of the incident, outlines initial findings, including mid-air engine failure, cockpit confusion, and failed recovery attempts within seconds of takeoff. — ANI (@ANI) Union civil aviation minister Rammohan Naidu addressed the issue on the first day of the Parliament's Monsoon Session, reaffirming the government's commitment to a thorough probe. Despite the incident, MoS Mohol mentioned that no adverse reliability trends have been found in recent reports related to the crashed aircraft. The full investigation is ongoing to determine the root causes and contributory factors behind the deadly crash.
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Business Standard
17-07-2025
- Business Standard
Too early to draw conclusions: AAIB on Air India plane crash probe
Speculation in sections of the foreign media regarding the cause of the Air India (A-I) flight AI171 crash is 'unfounded' and 'premature', G V G Yugandhar, director-general of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), said on Thursday evening. This is the first public statement by Yugandhar since the June 12 crash of A-I's Boeing 787-8 aircraft (registration VT-ANB), which killed 241 of the 242 people on board. Titled 'Appeal', his statement came hours after The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published a report that pointed to Captain Sumeet Sabharwal turning off fuel switches moments before the crash. Citing people familiar with the US side of the investigation, WSJ said cockpit voice recordings indicate Sabharwal moved the fuel control switches to the 'cutoff' position after takeoff, triggering a surprised and panicked response from the First Officer Clive Kunder. The WSJ report said the US assessment was based on black box data and speculated on whether Sabharwal's actions were deliberate or accidental. It added that such details could lead US authorities to examine potential criminal liability had the crash occurred on American soil. Yugandhar on Thursday evening said, 'It is essential to respect the sensitivity of the loss faced by family members of deceased passengers, crew of the aircraft, and other deceased persons on the ground.' 'It has come to our attention that certain sections of the international media are repeatedly attempting to draw conclusions through selective and unverified reporting. Such actions are irresponsible, especially while the investigation remains ongoing,' he said. The AAIB had released its preliminary report on July 12, which revealed that fuel supply to both engines was cut off shortly after takeoff. The two fuel control switches were moved to the 'cutoff' position in quick succession, and although they were turned back on about 10 seconds later, the engines had already flamed out. The report said that one pilot asked the other why he moved the switches, and the other responded by denying it. The report did not identify who said what. The AAIB report did not rule out technical faults and stated that aviation medicine and psychology experts were involved in the ongoing investigation. 'The purpose of the AAIB's investigation and preliminary report is to provide information about what happened. At this stage, it is too early to reach any definite conclusions,' Yugandhar said on Thursday, urging the public and media to refrain from 'spreading premature narratives that risk undermining the integrity of the investigative process'. He stressed that the AAIB was investigating the crash 'rigorously and most professionally' under the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2017, which govern India's obligations under international aviation protocols, notably the International Civil Aviation Organization's Annex 13. These rules lay down procedures for impartial, non-criminal investigations focused on safety improvement rather than blame. Yugandhar also underlined AAIB's track record, noting that it had investigated 92 accidents and 111 serious incidents since its inception in 2012. He called the AI171 crash 'the most devastating accident in recent aviation history'. He said it had 'understandably drawn public attention and shock', but this was not the time 'to create public anxiety or angst towards the safety of the Indian aviation industry, particularly based on unfounded facts'. He said, 'AAIB appeals to all concerned to await publication of the final investigation report after completion of the investigation. AAIB will also publish updates as and when required, which have technical and public interest.'
Indian Express
13-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
No construction in 20-km radius of Noida airport without NOC
No constructions or tree planting is allowed within a 20-km radius of the Noida International Airport (NIA) without a Height Clearance No Objection Certificate (NOC) received from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), the NIA has informed builders and local authorities on Friday. In a statement, the Noida airport said that the directives have been issued based on rules laid down by the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 2015 and enforced under the Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions caused by Buildings and Trees) Rules, 2023. 'It requires all stakeholders, including builders, landowners, and government bodies, to obtain a Height No Objection Certificate from the AAI before initiating any vertical development within the prescribed limit,' read the statement. 'No construction activity, erection of structures, or tree plantation is permitted without a valid Height Clearance NOC from AAI,' Noida airport's chief operating officer (COO) Kiran Jain said in the statement. 'This is not merely a procedural requirement but a critical safeguard for aircraft operations and navigation systems,' she added. She further said that any kind of unauthorised construction or vegetation growth within the restricted airspace could breach Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS), posing threat to flight safety and air traffic control systems. 'The enforcement framework includes legal provisions for demolition and penalties.' Jain said that all concerned parties must approach local bodies before initiating any vertical development within the 20-km perimeter. These bodies will consult the Colour-Coded Zoning Map (CCZM) issued by AAI to assess permissible height limits. Based on the proposed construction height, the applicant may be directed to apply for a Height NOC via AAI's NOCAS portal. Officials said the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations take precedence as NIA prepares to become a major aviation hub for the National Capital Region. 'Stakeholders are strongly advised to halt any unapproved development activities in the safeguarded zone immediately… Timely compliance is essential to avoid legal consequences and ensure smooth commissioning of the airport,' Jain said. Earlier this week, The Indian Express had reported that over 90% of the work at the airport has been completed, and the remaining tasks will likely be completed by September 30.
