Tag Archives: Hyderabad

GHIAL commissions new Haj terminal at Rajiv Gandhi International

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL) announced that it is all set for its maiden Haj operations from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. GHIAL has provided all facilities at the new Haj Terminal for the convenience of the pilgrims this year. The facilities are meant for both the passengers and the visitors. The Saudia Airlines Airbus A300 flight to Hyderabad will …

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KLM suspends Amsterdam-Hyderabad service

KLM announced on October 22, 2008, that KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is suspending its Amsterdam鈥揌yderabad service, effective February 1, 2009. KLM launched flights to this destination in October 2005 in anticipation of a growth in traffic to India. KLM is suspending this service in response to financial results of this route and local market developments. All passengers will be booked …

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GMR to copy Memphis airport model to increase non-aero revenues

The volatility in aviation turbine fuel (ATR) has triggered GMR Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL) to change gear from aero to non-aero operations. Currently, revenues from aero operations contribute to three quarters of us total revenues. The rest comes turn non-aero operations. GHAIL is looking at reversing this ratio to offset the turbulence in global ATF prices. It is trying to …

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British Airways adds Hyderabad route from December 08

To move Mumbai flights to Terminal 5 at Heathrow AirportTBM Staff | Mumbai British Airways (BA) has announced the launch of direct flights from Hyderabad to London from December 7, 2008. The airline is scheduled to operate five flights a week and will operate a Boeing 777 aircraft on the route. The aircraft to be deployed on the Hyderabad route …

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The RGIA rebellion … lessons for residents of Bangalore

A hearty congratulations to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) at Hyderabad for finally getting operational. Similar congratulations are due to BIAL very soon. An even heartier and resounding congratulations to the domestic airlines, for showing to RGIA management, what we individual consumers will be unable to — even a monopolistic airport cannot expect to charge unreasonable fees. The ground handling …

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