Shortages of new aircraft, fuel put emissions goal at risk: IATA’s Willie Walsh

February 2, 2026 10:12 PM

Shortages of new aircraft, fuel put emissions goal at risk: IATA’s Willie Walsh

The head of a body representing global airlines said on Monday shortages of efficient new aircraft and alternative fuels were pushing up profits for suppliers and putting at risk the industry's flagship emissions goal. The prolonged use of older planes and a shortfall in supplies of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) were driving up costs and delaying a transition to cleaner flying, Willie Walsh, director-general of the International Air Transport Association, said. "I'm still optimistic, cautiou...

India unveils indigenous Hansa-3 NG trainer aircraft; reviews plan for 19-seater SARAS Mk-2

November 30, 2025 5:50 PM

India unveils indigenous Hansa-3 NG trainer aircraft; reviews plan for 19-seater SARAS Mk-2

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday launched the production version of India’s indigenous Hansa-3 NG pilot trainer aircraft at CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) in Bengaluru. He also reviewed ongoing work on the 19-seater SARAS Mk-2 aircraft and inaugurated multiple aerospace facilities aimed at strengthening India’s civil and defence aviation ecosystem. The Hansa-3 NG, India’s first all-composite two-seat trainer, has been designed...

Defence Ministry panel explores greater private sector role in India’s indigenous AMCA fighter jet project

February 24, 2025 10:59 PM

Defence Ministry panel explores greater private sector role in India’s indigenous AMCA fighter jet project

The Defence Ministry has intensified focus on strengthening domestic aerospace capabilities by involving the private sector in the development of the indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). To facilitate this, the Ministry of Defence has set up a high-level committee under Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh to explore avenues for increased private sector participation in the AMCA project, defence officials said. The committee includes representatives from the India...