Bhavya Velani

India

Founder at Aviationa2z

Indian | Entrepreneur | Aviation | Founder @Aviationa2z

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Articles

IndiGo Airlines Pilots and Cabin Crew to Get 5% Salary Bonus

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

GURUGRAM- IndiGo Airlines (6E) will distribute a 5% salary bonus to its pilots and cabin crew after reporting a record-breaking Q4 profit of ₹3,067 crore for FY2024–25. The bonus reflects appreciation for the crew’s role in the airline’s post-pandemic recovery and strategic growth. This payout follows last year’s similar 5% bonus and coincides with IndiGo’s robust financial performance at its primary hub, Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), New Delhi.
Virgin Atlantic Miami to London Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Canada

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

GRANDER- A Virgin Atlantic (VS) flight from Miami (MIA) to London Heathrow (LHR) made an emergency landing in Canada (YQX) after a passenger went into cardiac arrest mid-flight. This follows another Virgin Atlantic (VS) flight from London (LHR) to Mumbai (BOM) that was also forced to land unexpectedly in Turkey (DIY) due to a medical issue last month.
Air India Now Serves Fresh Popcorn to First and Business Class Passengers

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

GURUGRAM- Tata Group-owned IFSC Air India (AI) has introduced fresh popped theatre-style popcorn to its First and Business Class cabins on select international flights. The upgrade complements Vista, Air India’s in-flight entertainment system offering over 3,500 hours of curated content. The move recreates the cinema experience at 35,000 feet, served hot in partnership with 4700BC, a top Indian gourmet popcorn brand. This initiative aims to bring nostalgia and joy to passengers mid-air.
Japan Airlines to Retire First 777-300ER with Last Flight from Los Angeles

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

TOKYO- Japan Airlines (JL) or JAL will retire its first-ever Boeing 777-300ER (JA731J), marking the end of a two-decade era in its long-haul fleet. The final commercial journey will depart from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) as Flight JL015. This aircraft first joined the fleet in June 2004 and served its maiden flight from Tokyo Narita (NRT) to Singapore (SIN). Following its final flight, it will undergo a multi-month retirement maintenance phase.
Air India Flight 182 Canada 'Kanishka' Bombing Archives Launched

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

ONTARIO- A new memorial archive dedicated to Air India (AI) Flight 182 has been launched at McMaster University, Hamilton, to commemorate victims of the 1985 Kanishka bombing—Canada’s deadliest terror attack. The initiative, led by Professor Chandrima Chakraborty, features physical and digital archives documenting the personal grief, historical significance, and under-acknowledged memory of the Air India tragedy.
Delta Launches Flight to Italian Hotspot from New York with 767 - Aviation A2Z

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

Delta launches nonstop New York (JFK) to Catania (CTA) flights, expanding U.S.–Italy travel with new daily Boeing 767 service.
Qantas Business Class Passengers who Paid $15,000 Not Served Meal

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

MELBOURNE- A Qantas Airways (QF) business class passenger on a flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Tokyo (HND) claims she was denied a dinner meal despite paying nearly $15,000 for the premium experience. The incident has sparked widespread reactions after the traveler shared her disappointment on social media.
American Airlines Fired A Flight Attendant with 38 Years of Service | Exclusive

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

PHOENIX- A long-serving flight attendant at American Airlines (AA) was terminated in January 2025 following an in-flight altercation with a passenger at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). The incident, involving American Airlines Flight AA1852 from Tucson (TUS) to Phoenix (PHX), has raised questions about airline procedures, passenger conduct, and crew protection standards. The terminated crew member served 38 years with AA and reached out to Aviation A2Z.
Wizz Air Receives World's First P&W Powered Airbus A321XLR

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

HAMBURG- Wizz Air (W6), the Budapest-based low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of the world’s first Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. The aircraft arrived at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), marking a milestone in both airline and aviation history.
Air India North America Flights Pilots and Cabin Crew to Layover in Austria

2 weeks ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

DELHI- Tata Group-owned Air India (AI), operating ultra-long-haul flights to North America, has begun assigning crew layovers in Vienna (VIE), Austria for improved rest. The change follows an operational shift caused by Pakistan’s airspace closure, impacting routes to major destinations like Chicago (ORD), Toronto (YYZ), and Washington (IAD).