Latest news with #Boeing737-200
News18
16-07-2025
- General
- News18
Patna Airport Scare: IndiGo Near-Miss Bring Back Memories Of 2000 Crash That Killed Over 60
An IndiGo flight's near-miss at Patna Airport reignites haunting memories of the 2000 Gardanibagh crash that claimed over 60 lives. A swift go-around by the pilot averted tragedy Patna Airport: A major aviation disaster was narrowly avoided at Patna's Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport on Tuesday when Indigo flight 6E-2482, arriving from Delhi, faced difficulty while landing. The aircraft, carrying 173 passengers, was reportedly unable to safely land due to the short runway and was forced to abort the attempt. In a quick and critical decision, the pilot executed a go-around manoeuvre, steering the aircraft back into the air and preventing what could have been a catastrophic overshoot. Eyewitnesses and aviation sources confirmed that the runway, often considered among the more challenging in the country due to its limited length, posed a significant risk during the landing. The pilot's timely response averted not just a potential crash, but also a collision with the densely populated Polo Road area nearby, which houses several government ministers and senior officials. The incident has revived grim memories of one of Bihar's worst aviation tragedies — the 2000 Patna plane crash. On July 17 that year, Alliance Air flight CD-7412, a Boeing 737-200, crashed into the residential neighbourhood of Gardanibagh, just 2km from the airport. The disaster claimed over 60 lives and remains etched in the city's collective memory. On that fateful day, flight CD-7412 had taken off from Kolkata at around 6:30 am, en route to Delhi with a scheduled stop in Patna. Weather conditions in Patna were poor as the aircraft approached the city around 7:30 am. After an unsuccessful landing attempt, the aircraft lost control mid-air, reportedly wobbling before it crashed in the heart of Gardanibagh. The plane split into two upon impact. The final death toll included 55 passengers, all six crew members, and five residents on the ground. Several others sustained serious injuries. The densely populated crash site, combined with the intense fire and smoke, made rescue operations perilous. Chaos and Courage: Rescue Response In 2000 The aftermath of the 2000 crash saw Gardanibagh engulfed in flames and panic. The narrow lanes of the locality hampered access to the crash site, but swift response teams from the Army, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), local administration, and police worked tirelessly to control the fire and transport survivors to nearby hospitals. Tuesday's incident, while not resulting in damage or casualties, has reignited debate around the long-standing infrastructural limitations of Patna Airport. Experts have frequently highlighted the runway's inadequacy for larger aircraft and the airport's proximity to densely inhabited areas as critical safety concerns. Thanks to the Indigo pilot's presence of mind and the crew's professionalism, what could have been another addition to India's list of aviation tragedies ended with relief — but not without raising urgent questions about safety upgrades and preparedness at one of the country's busiest regional airports. view comments First Published: July 16, 2025, 13:26 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
04-07-2025
- General
- India Today
Vijay Rupani explored Boeing cockpit two months before Air India plane crash
Just two months before former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani died in the tragic crash of Air India flight AI 171 in Ahmedabad, he was seen inside the cockpit of another aircraft, keen to understand how it operates. In June, Rupani was among the 241 passengers who lost their lives when an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar area. The accident also claimed the lives of more than 20 local two months after the tragedy, old photos of Vijay Rupani sitting in the cockpit of a Boeing 737-200 aircraft have gone viral on social media. These pictures were taken during his visit to Indus University in April, where he was learning about aviation. The Boeing 737-200 aircraft, where the photos were taken, is about 50 years old and is placed on the campus of Indus University for educational purposes. It was brought to the university seven years ago. The aviation department of the university invited him to sit inside the cockpit of the old Boeing aircraft. Captain Umang Jani, Head of the Aviation Department at the Western India Institute of Aeronautics, said Rupani was very curious and asked many questions about how planes fly and how pilots control them. He sat in the pilot's seat and showed great interest in the cockpit instruments.'He asked where to place feet, how to hold the controls, and was amazed by the meters and switches,' said Jani. In a twist of fate, it is worth mentioning that the cockpit of the Boeing 737-200 aircraft in which the former CM was seated is quite similar to that of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. However, the Dreamliner uses advanced digital systems while the older aircraft relies on analog had shared the cockpit photos on his social media shortly after his visit. After his tragic death, those photos are being widely shared again.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Air India
Indian Express
02-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Vijay Rupani visited Boeing 737 cockpit two months before death in Dreamliner crash
Just two months before his death in the fatal crash of Air India flight AI 171 in Ahmedabad, former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was inside the cockpit of another passenger aircraft trying to understand its functioning. He made the visit on April 8 on the sidelines of a speech he delivered on 'One Nation, One Election' at the Indus University located near Rancharda village on Ahmedabad's outskirts. Rupani, following the speech, was given a tour of the Indus University and the Western India Institute of Aeronautics (WIIA), which are in the same campus. There, in the parking lot, lying among two-wheelers and four-wheelers, was a slightly bigger vehicle — a decommissioned Boeing 737-200 aircraft. Like the Dreamliner which crashed two months later, this aircraft was also manufactured by Boeing and had been flown by Air India before being grounded and retired some years back. It has been kept here for practical training purposes of students of aeronautical engineering. Describing his experience, Rupani had written on social media: 'Saw the working of the Boeing 737, Cessna, Zenith and Mig21 through their models and real ones at the Institute of Aeronautics.' He had also interacted with the students. Rupani was among the 241 people who died on June 12 when the AI 171 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed into BJ Medical College's boys hostel less than a minute after take-off. He was headed to London as his daughter Radhika is based there. Shailesh Mandaliya, Rupani's longtime assistant, also confirmed his visit to the university and to the aircraft during his lecture in April. Captain Umang Jani, who is a faculty member at the university, had shown Rupani around. He told The Indian Express, 'Rupaniji visited the aircraft and we showed him the cockpit. He was very curious and asked us how the aircraft works. I tried to explain and answer his queries regarding the aircraft, the various controls in the cockpit and the functioning of the airliner.' Photos of the visit, shared on the former CM's social media pages, show him seated in the First Officer's seat, while Jani can be seen seated in the Captain's seat to his left. Behind them is Radhika Bhandari, Dean of Aviation at Indus University. Jani, who is an aeronautical engineer and a commercial pilot, said, 'He (Rupani) looked at the front and overhead panels and to a common man, the whole system looks highly complex. So he asked about the controls, instruments as well as the backup systems. We explained in layman's terms.'
Indianapolis Star
18-06-2025
- General
- Indianapolis Star
See first responders take action in mock disaster scenario at Indianapolis Int'l Airport
An aircraft fire fighting simulator is ignited Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar (From left) Indianapolis International Airport Chief of Police Ted Fries, Deputy Senior Director of Operations and Maintenance Matt Lewis, and Indianapolis Airport Authority Fire Chief Fred Pervine speak to members of the press Wednesday, June 18, 2025, ahead of a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. The aircraft behind the three men will be used for the mock investigation portion of the exercise. HG Biggs/IndyStar An Indianapolis International Airport Fire Department aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle drives down the tarmac Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. ARFF vehicles are specialized for airport use, and carry a larger water supply than municipal fire trucks. HG Biggs/IndyStar Indianapolis International Airport Fire Department aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles douse the aircraft fire fighting simulator Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar Firefighters douse the aircraft fire fighting simulator Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar A Vincennes University aircraft, a Boeing 737-200, is staged on the tarmac Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar Members of the FBI Evidence Response Team stage their equipment on the tarmac Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar A Delta Boeing 757-200 taxies toward the International Arrivals terminal Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. The Delta plane was performing normal flight operations. HG Biggs/IndyStar Volunteers pretend to be dead and wounded Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar First responders transport volunteer Carnisa Laster, who had a fake head injury, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar A first responder transports volunteer Ryan Cooney, who had a fake facial wound, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar Volunteers pretend to be dead and wounded Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar A volunteers pretends to be dead Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar Logan Hussein, who had a fake hand injury, is transported by first responders Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar Logan Hussein, who had a fake hand injury, is transported by first responders Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during a multi-agency emergency training exercise to evaluate airport emergency operations plans at the Indianapolis International Airport. HG Biggs/IndyStar
Cision Canada
17-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Nolinor Aviation deploys its second Boeing 737-400 Français
MIRABEL, QC, June 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Nolinor Aviation continues to modernize its fleet with the addition of a second Boeing 737-400, marking a key milestone in the company's growth. This new aircraft, which joins Nolinor's diverse fleet, enhances the company's ability to offer even more flexible, high-performance air transport solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients. The Boeing 737-400 is a versatile aircraft that can accommodate up to 159 passengers. Featuring an extended fuselage and a high payload capacity of 40,065 lb, it stands out for its ability to operate over long distances—up to 4,630 km—while providing optimal onboard comfort. This model is particularly well-suited for Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) operations in the mining sector, as well as charter flights for transporting large groups. Its increased capacity and strong performance on paved runways make it a strategic choice for efficiently serving remote destinations. Compared to the 737-800, the Boeing 737-400 offers more cost-effective operations while maintaining outstanding performance. This positioning makes it a particularly competitive solution for large-scale missions. In addition to its increased passenger capacity, the aircraft benefits from optimized fuel consumption, promoting greater profitability. Designed to maximize space usage in both the cabin and the cargo hold, it meets the highest industry safety standards. "The addition of this second 737-400 to our fleet strengthens our commitment to offering diverse air solutions tailored to each client's specific needs. Nolinor is proud to be one of the few carriers with such a varied fleet, capable of meeting the demands of the mining sector while also offering greater capacity for passenger groups. With its technical features and operational efficiency, this aircraft perfectly aligns with our goal of delivering custom solutions that combine flexibility, profitability, and performance." – Marco Prud'Homme, President of Nolinor Aviation Beyond its transport capabilities, the Boeing 737-400 includes notable interior upgrades, such as robust, ergonomic seating that ensures superior comfort—even on flights to mining sites or remote destinations. The integration of this second Boeing 737-400 is part of Nolinor Aviation 's broader strategy to diversify its air transport solutions. Thanks to its versatility and performance, this model allows the company to meet growing customer demand while reinforcing its position as a leader in air transportation to Canada's northern regions. About Nolinor Aviation Established in 1992, Nolinor Aviation specializes in charter flights transporting passengers and cargo to remote northern destinations. Renowned for its exceptional reliability, innovative solutions, and commitment to safety, Nolinor operates a diverse fleet, notably featuring the versatile Boeing 737-200, ideal for challenging gravel and ice runways. For additional information about Nolinor Aviation and its services, please visit Updates and news can also be found by following @ nolinor_aviation on Instagram.
