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Time of India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Government Forms Committee to Strengthen Aviation Security After Air India Crash, ET Infra
Advt Advt Boeing 787-8 extensive surveillance By , ETInfra While the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is investigating the technical aspects which led to the crash of Air India Flight AI-171 on Thursday, the government has formed a high level committee led by the home secretary to look into the broader aspect of strengthening of aviation security landscape in the country.'While AAIB will investigate the technical aspects of the crash, another high level committee has been formed led by the home secretary, which includes officials from the central and state government. The committee, apart from looking into the reason for the crash, will also look into overall aviation safety and strengthening of aviation safety in the future,' said Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha in a press briefing on Saturday.'The composition of the high level committee involves people from various backgrounds and people we feel can bring in a lot of expertise and value to the committee which is going to investigate in a holistic way into the incident,' said Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, who was also present at the minister highlighted that the high level committee is going to do its own investigation into the crash of the Air India aircraft which is going to be independent of all the other investigations that are going to has already initiated the investigation into the Air India crash . The black box or the flight data recorder of the aircraft, which contains crucial information and data about the aircraft's flight behaviour, was recovered from the crash site on Friday evening.'The AAIB team believes that this decoding of the black box is going to give an in depth insight into what would have actually happened during the process of the crash or moments before the crash itself,' said crash involved the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft which was powered by two GEnx-1B engines manufactured by GE the home secretary will be the chairman of the committee, other members include civil aviation secretary, an additional secretary from home ministry, one representative from the state govt of Gujarat and State Disaster Response Authority, Police Commissioner Ahmedabad, director general of inspection and safety from the Indian Air Force, director general from Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, director general of Directorate General of Civil Aviation, special director from Intelligence Bureau and director from the Directorate of Forensic Sciences the Boeing 787 widebody aircraft manufactured in the US has faced regulatory scrutiny by the US' civil aviation regulator Federal Aviation Administration in the past, the Air India accident was the first instance when the aircraft model faced a fatal crash.'...after the incident happened, we also felt that there is a need to do an extended surveillance into the Boeing 787 series,' said Naidu.'So to the DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation), we have also given an order to do the extended surveillance for the 787 planes. There are 34 in our Indian aircraft fleet today. I believe that 8 have already been inspected and then with immediate urgency, all of them are going to be done,' added India in a statement said that the airline has completed such checks on nine of the Boeing 787 aircraft and are on track to complete the process for the remaining 24 aircraft within the timeline provided by the regulator. Air India operates a fleet of 33 Boeing 787 aircraft, which are crucial for their long-haul international flight operations.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Air India 787-8 accident - What we know so far
-- A Boeing (NYSE:BA) 787-8 operated by Air India crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, raising questions about engine performance as investigators begin examining the cause of the fatal accident. The aircraft, powered by GE Aerospace's GEnx-1B engines, went down just beyond the airport perimeter following a mayday call, according to Directorate General of Civil Aviation, India's aviation body. There were no reports of adverse weather, and both pilots, identified as Captain Sumit Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kundar, were experienced. Flight tracking data showed a sluggish climb followed by a sudden descent, consistent with a potential engine failure. Aviation experts cited in local media have raised the possibility of a bird strike affecting one or both engines. GE is reportedly sending a technical team to support the investigation, CNBC India reported. The nearly 14-year-old aircraft entered service in 2011 and had no known history of serious incidents. While Boeing's 787 Dreamliner and the GEnx engine have generally maintained strong safety records, the crash has drawn scrutiny to both amid rising focus on aviation safety in the industry. Structural concerns related to fuselage joins on some 787s and unrelated component issues reported in the past are not believed to be linked to this crash, according to Bernstein analysts. The aircraft's maintenance history has not yet been disclosed. Authorities have begun an official investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Related articles Air India 787-8 accident - What we know so far Brookfield Infrastructure reportedly acquiring Hotwire for $7 billion Nvidia GTC Paris is 'another bullish proof point' long term - Morgan Stanley
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Air India Flight Crash: GE Aerospace Offers Support in Air India Boeing 787 Crash Investigation, ET Infra
Advt By , ETInfra NEW DELHI: GE Aerospace , the manufacturer whose engines powered the ill-fated Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, which crashed near Ahmedabad International Airport on Thursday afternoon, has said that it will support the investigation which will now ascertain the cause of the deadly Air India Boeing 787 was powered by two GEnx-1B engines and the class of the engine is one of the fastest-selling widebody jet engines in the aerospace company's history.'We are deeply saddened by the loss of Air India Flight AI-171 . We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the families and loved ones of those impacted. We have activated our emergency response team, and we are prepared to support our customer and the investigation,' said the company in a the preliminary cause of the crash has not been identified but as per videos publicly available, the aircraft soon after take-off was unable to gain the adequate lift and crashed outside the perimeter of the airport into a to a statement from the DGCA, as per the Air Traffic Control (ATC) at the airport, the Boeing 787 aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1339 IST from runway 23 and soon after gave a distress Mayday call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC and crashed outside the airport aviation accidents in India are investigated by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), an attached office of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
Zawya
09-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Royal Jordanian partners with GE Aerospace to enhance digital transformation
AMMAN — GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) announced a five-year agreement with Royal Jordanian (RJ) to support the Kingdom's national carrier with a comprehensive suite of Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions to support the airline's digital transformation efforts. The 'strategic' partnership will equip RJ with GE Aerospace's flight operations software solutions, including Safety Insight and Fuel Insight to enhance its operational data analysis capabilities and inform decision-making on fuel consumption, safety measures, and operational efficiency, according to a statement for The Jordan Times. This agreement is GE Aerospace's first SaaS collaboration with RJ, highlighting the airline's investment in digital solutions to optimise its operations. Serving more than 45 destinations across the MENA region, Asia, Europe, and North America, RJ will leverage GE Aerospace's digital technology to boost its operational capabilities. With 'Fuel Insight,' RJ will gain access to advanced analytics and reporting tools that analyse flight data to identify potential opportunities for optimising fuel consumption, reducing costs, and lowering carbon emissions, contributing to its efforts towards sustainable aviation practices. 'Safety Insight' will support the national carrier's risk management processes by helping identify and mitigate potential safety risks, reinforcing its focus on ensuring the high safety standards across its fleet. The airline will leverage flight data analytics for Flight Data Monitoring, Flight Operations Quality Assurance, and Predictive Maintenance to help enhance safety and operational performance, the statement said. "We are pleased to partner with GE Aerospace to leverage their cutting-edge Software as Service solutions,' said RJ Vice Chairman and CEO Samer Majali. 'This agreement marks a significant step forward in our commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction. By integrating GE Aerospace's advanced software into our operations, we are poised to achieve new levels of performance and reliability," Majali added. 'This agreement with Royal Jordanian demonstrates their confidence in our capabilities to empower airlines on their transformative digital journeys,' said Rami Aynati, regional general manager - EMEA for GE Aerospace SaaS. 'Our solutions are purpose-built to provide actionable, data-driven insights that are essential for success in today's competitive aviation landscape. The collaboration underscores our commitment to empowering our airline partners to set new benchmarks and prepare them for long-term success,' Aynati noted. GE Aerospace and RJ have been partners for decades. Recently, they announced an agreement for 18 GEnx-1B engines and services to power RJ's growing Boeing 787-9 fleet, according to the statement. GE Aerospace has been working with commercial airlines in the Middle East for more than 40 years. The company now has over 250 employees in the region, supporting nearly 30 airlines and a combined fleet of more than 1,400 engines. With an extensive operational footprint across the region, including at customer sites, partner MRO facilities, the 'On Wing Support' facilities in Dubai and Doha, and the Middle East Technology Centre, GE Aerospace continues to provide technology and expertise to help customers optimise their growth goals and improve performance, the statement said. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
08-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
RJ partners with GE Aerospace to enhance digital transformation
The 'strategic' partnership will equip RJ with GE Aerospace's flight operations software solutions (Photo courtesy of RJ) AMMAN — GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) announced a five-year agreement with Royal Jordanian (RJ) to support the Kingdom's national carrier with a comprehensive suite of Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions to support the airline's digital transformation efforts. The 'strategic' partnership will equip RJ with GE Aerospace's flight operations software solutions, including Safety Insight and Fuel Insight to enhance its operational data analysis capabilities and inform decision-making on fuel consumption, safety measures, and operational efficiency, according to a statement for The Jordan Times. This agreement is GE Aerospace's first SaaS collaboration with RJ, highlighting the airline's investment in digital solutions to optimise its operations. Serving more than 45 destinations across the MENA region, Asia, Europe, and North America, RJ will leverage GE Aerospace's digital technology to boost its operational capabilities. With 'Fuel Insight,' RJ will gain access to advanced analytics and reporting tools that analyse flight data to identify potential opportunities for optimising fuel consumption, reducing costs, and lowering carbon emissions, contributing to its efforts towards sustainable aviation practices. 'Safety Insight' will support the national carrier's risk management processes by helping identify and mitigate potential safety risks, reinforcing its focus on ensuring the high safety standards across its fleet. The airline will leverage flight data analytics for Flight Data Monitoring, Flight Operations Quality Assurance, and Predictive Maintenance to help enhance safety and operational performance, the statement said. "We are pleased to partner with GE Aerospace to leverage their cutting-edge Software as Service solutions,' said RJ Vice Chairman and CEO Samer Majali. 'This agreement marks a significant step forward in our commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction. By integrating GE Aerospace's advanced software into our operations, we are poised to achieve new levels of performance and reliability," Majali added. 'This agreement with Royal Jordanian demonstrates their confidence in our capabilities to empower airlines on their transformative digital journeys,' said Rami Aynati, regional general manager - EMEA for GE Aerospace SaaS. 'Our solutions are purpose-built to provide actionable, data-driven insights that are essential for success in today's competitive aviation landscape. The collaboration underscores our commitment to empowering our airline partners to set new benchmarks and prepare them for long-term success,' Aynati noted. GE Aerospace and RJ have been partners for decades. Recently, they announced an agreement for 18 GEnx-1B engines and services to power RJ's growing Boeing 787-9 fleet, according to the statement. GE Aerospace has been working with commercial airlines in the Middle East for more than 40 years. The company now has over 250 employees in the region, supporting nearly 30 airlines and a combined fleet of more than 1,400 engines. With an extensive operational footprint across the region, including at customer sites, partner MRO facilities, the 'On Wing Support' facilities in Dubai and Doha, and the Middle East Technology Centre, GE Aerospace continues to provide technology and expertise to help customers optimise their growth goals and improve performance, the statement said.
