Purolator adds turboprop freighters to cross-border air network
Canadian express company outsources flying to Chorus Aviation as part of expansion effort
0 70 2 minutes read The De Havilland Dash 8-400 is a larger, newer version of the aircraft being used by Purolator for package delivery. (Photo: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada)
A subsidiary of Chorus Aviation (TSX: CHR) last month began flying packages for Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest courier, with turboprop aircraft under a three-year contract to serve the U.S. cross-border market, the companies announced Wednesday. The expanded air capacity is designed to increase service options for express shipments and is part of a broader effort to invest in infrastructure for the delivery network.
Published April 28, 2021, 5:00 PM
The Medical City (TMC) is launching its partnership with Ascent, Asia’s on-demand helicopter service for air travel in a crowd-free and controlled environment. A leading healthcare provider in the Philippines, The Medical City services more than 50,000 inpatients and 500,000 outpatients a year, making it one of the most trusted organizations for local and international travelers and tourists in the Philippines.
Through these helicopter services, patients can expect a faster and more seamless healthcare journey between facilities of The Medical City, free from traffic congestion and other connectivity issues. Ascent can provide passengers with aircraft from the best-in-class operators that follow stringent COVID-19 safety protocols. A medical team can also accompany patients during flights.
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Indian Army to induct first batch of women chopper pilots by 2022
So far 10 women officers have been commissioned into the fighter stream of the IAF till September last year.
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Till now, the women officers in the Army were serving in the Air Traffic Control and ground duties. (Photo | PTI)
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NEW DELHI: Indian Army will deploy the first batch of women helicopter pilots by 2022 after their induction into the Aviation Corps of the Indian Army.
Army chief General MM Naravane confirmed the news. One month ago, orders were passed and the proposal has been initiated, he said while addressing the media on the eve of the Army Day.
Indian Army all set to induct women helicopter pilots soon: Army Chief General Naravane
Indian Army all set to induct women helicopter pilots soon: Army Chief General Naravane
The Indian Army will soon have women helicopter pilots flying to forward locations and be part of operations at the borders, Indian Army Chief General MM Naravane said.
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UPDATED: January 12, 2021 19:40 IST
In an interaction during the annual press conference in New Delhi, Indian Army Chief Gen MM Naravane on Monday said that women will be inducted as pilots in Army Aviation. (Photo: PTI)
The Indian Army will soon have women helicopter pilots flying to forward locations and be part of operations at the borders.