Bhavya Velani

India

Founder at Aviationa2z

Indian | Entrepreneur | Aviation | Founder @Aviationa2z

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Articles

United Unveils New 787 Business Class Suites

3 days ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

CHICAGO- United Airlines (UA) has unveiled an Elevated interior for new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, establishing a new benchmark for premium international travel among U.S. carriers. This comprehensive redesign features new business class suites, caviar service, and the largest seatback screens available on any U.S. airline.
India’s $12 Billion Trade with Türkiye, Azerbaijan Extends Beyond Tourism

4 days ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

NEW DELHI- India’s trade with Türkiye (Turkey) and Azerbaijan thrives, reaching $12 billion annually, driven by exports, imports, and energy partnerships. Tourism and direct flights further strengthen ties, despite regional tensions. India is a major importer of Azerbaijani crude oil and a growing export partner for Türkiye, with travel and tourism also showing double-digit growth.
Emirates Bans First Class Passenger Amid $5,300 Refund Dispute

6 days ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

DUBAI- A first class passenger was banned from Emirates (EK) after initiating a successful credit card chargeback over a canceled flight. The airline cited ticket utilization despite service disruptions caused by historic floods in Dubai last April. According to OMAAT, the passenger booked alternate transport when Emirates failed to rebook him following the cancellation. Although his card issuer ruled in his favor, Emirates later demanded repayment and blocked future travel.
Emirates Offered Employees 22-Week Salary Bonus After $6.2 Billion Profit

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

DUBAI- Emirates Airline (EK) achieved a record-breaking $6.2 billion profit in the 2023-2024 financial year, solidifying its position as the world’s most profitable airline. The carrier is sharing this success by granting substantial bonuses to its workforce. Dubai-based carrier Emirates is rewarding over 120,000 employees with a bonus equivalent to 22 weeks of basic salary. This generous profit-sharing initiative reflects the airline’s commitment to recognizing its staff’s contributions.
From Dream to Reality: Meet India's Youngest Commercial Pilot

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

At just 18 years old, Samaira Hullur made history by becoming India’s youngest commercial pilot, a remarkable achievement shaped by passion, determination, and unwavering family support. This is the inspiring story of how a young woman from Bijapur, Karnataka, soared beyond expectations to claim her place in India’s aviation industry, as flagged by The Better India.
Air India Purchase 6 Ex-Etihad Boeing 777-300ERs

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

GURUGRAM- Tata Group-owned IFSC Air India (AI) has purchased six Boeing 777-300ER aircraft previously operated by UAE’s flag carrier Etihad Airways (EY), marking its first acquisition of this aircraft type in over seven years. This move, executed through its subsidiary in GIFT City (GID), strengthens its long-haul fleet amid rising air traffic demand, PTI reported.
Aeroflot Bangkok-Moscow Flight with 777 Makes Emergency Landing in Delhi

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

DELHI- On May 6, 2025, Aeroflot (SU) flight SU273, operated using a Boeing 777, departed Bangkok (BKK) en route to Moscow (SVO). At approximately 3:50 PM IST, the aircraft diverted to Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) after reports of fumes in the cabin. According to FlightRadar24 data, Aeroflot flight SU273 took off from Bangkok at 6:41 UTC. After being airborne for over four hours, the crew reported smoke in the cabin. Following this, they diverted to Delhi at 10:52 UTC.
Air Canada Adds 4 New Destinations to Latin America, 13 Routes for Winter 2025-26

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

MONTREAL- Air Canada (AC) has unveiled its most expansive winter schedule to Latin America to date, featuring 16% more capacity than the previous year. The carrier will add four new destinations—Rio de Janeiro (GIG), Cartagena (CTG), Guatemala City (GUA), and Guadalajara (GDL)—alongside 13 new routes across South and Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico.
From ‘Scam’ to Success: Global Airlines CEO Silences Doubters

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

LONDON- Passengers have now flown on the first Global Airlines (GT) owned Airbus A380, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s journey. Operated in partnership with Hi Fly (5K), flights departed from London Stansted (STN), showcasing the aircraft’s return to commercial relevance. Despite early skepticism, Global Airlines continues to make tangible progress.
IndiGo Airlines Drunk Passenger Assaults Cabin Crew Mid-Flight

1 week ago | aviationa2z.com | Bhavya Velani

SHIRDI- A male passenger on IndiGo Airlines (6E) Delhi (DEL) to Shirdi (SAG) flight sexually assaulted a cabin crew member near the aircraft’s lavatory on May 2, 2025. The intoxicated passenger, identified as a government employee from Rajasthan, was detained upon landing and handed over to local authorities. IndiGo has confirmed the incident on flight 6E6404, stating the passenger was declared unruly after behaving inappropriately toward the cabin crew.