Western Australia s Deputy Premier, Rita Saffioti, expressed the region s interest in establishing direct air connectivity with India and expanding cooperation in critical minerals during a delegation-led mission in New Delhi. Saffioti held discussions with key airlines and met with the chairman of TATA Sons to explore potential collaborations. Talks are ongoing with Air India and Indigo Airlines to achieve direct air links between India and Western Australia.
Apart from crossing its pre-pandemic levels of operations in the Indian market, the carrier, this month, increased its frequency on the Amritsar-Kuala Lumpur route from two to four weekly flights
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the growing demand for aircraft in India is set to rejuvenate the global aviation market, with Indian airlines placing substantial orders. He highlighted India s position as the world s third-largest domestic aviation market, predicting a doubling of passenger numbers in a decade. Emphasizing the significant role of women in aviation, Modi noted that 15% of Indian pilots are women, three times the global average, signaling a pivotal moment for women-led development in the sector.
This edition of Wings India will be showcasing an array of new-generation aircraft displays, allied aviation services, auxiliary unit industries, and advancements in the tourism sector.