FIA RULE CHANGES
F1's India comeback is gathering speed, but the road to the starting grid is far from clear
Formula 1’s return to Africa has revived hopes of an Indian Grand Prix comeback, with talks involving Formula One Management, the Adani Group and the government gaining momentum. The bigger challenge is not convincing F1 of India’s market potential but fixing the tax, customs and policy problems that drove the race out in 2013, while finding space on an already crowded calendar.
As momentum builds for F1's India return, Pranav Adani makes ''personal'' visit to Singapore GP
Pranav Adani visited the Singapore Grand Prix in a personal capacity, attracting attention for India's Formula 1 prospects. The Adani Group has acquired Jaypee Group's assets, including the Buddh International Circuit, which previously hosted races. Karan Adani has expressed interest in reviving Formula 1 in India, with government support evident in task force formation. Significant financial and logistical challenges must be addressed for the return of the sport to India.
George Russell edges Max Verstappen in Baku thriller
George Russell secured a thrilling victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix by narrowly beating Max Verstappen on the final lap. This win reduced Kimi Antonelli's lead in the standings from 81 to 66 points after a challenging race. Antonelli managed to finish fifth despite starting from 16th position, benefiting from incidents involving other drivers. Verstappen's strong performance continued as he sought to regain his winning form this season.
Formula 1: Red Bull extends Isack Hadjar's contract through 2027; promoted to drive alongside Verstappen
Red Bull announced on Wednesday the extension of Formula 1 star Isack Hadjar's contract throught the 2027 F1 season. Hadjar was promoted to the main Red Bull team this year to drive alongside four-time world champion Max Verstappen, replacing Yuki Tsunoda. Before the injury, Hadjar had reeled off seven consecutive top-six finishes, including a podium in Monaco. He's currently eighth in the drivers' standings with 71 points -- 12 ahead of Lawson and 49 behind McLaren's Oscar Piastri.
FIA approves Formula One rule changes: Shorter Grand Prix races and revised rain delays
Formula One's governing body has announced rule changes for the upcoming season. Race distances will be shortened, and engine development freedom will be maintained. Gearbox homologation plans were scrapped to preserve supplier development freedom. Race time limits were revised to better handle weather disruptions.
Motor racing-F1 will have V8 engines by 2031, possibly 2030, says FIA president
Formula One is set to embrace V8 engines by 2031, with a potential shift to 2030. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem confirmed the move, aiming for simpler, louder engines. This change follows current V6 hybrid units. The sport seeks less complexity and improved sound. Manufacturers' approval could bring the V8s forward.
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Motor racing-None of your business how FIA is run, Ben Sulayem tells F1 drivers
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem advises Formula One drivers to focus on racing after they questioned race fines' allocation and senior departures. He asserts the FIA follows its rules independently and reports financial transparency, stressing that driver concerns are their own business.
Enough time given to airlines to prepare for new duty period rules for pilots: Government
DGCA has deferred implementation of new flight duty rules to June 1, allowing time for airlines to prepare. The rules extend the night period, limit duty period and landings, and address cumulative fatigue. Airlines suggest implementing their own fatigue monitoring systems. The airlines are particularly worried about the new definition of night period, extending it by an hour - from 12 AM-5 AM to 12 AM- 6AM - and limits the duty period to 10 hours and number of landings a pilot can do to two.
New engine rules, regulations for Formula 1 get approval. Check out the changes!
New engine rules and regulations for Formula 1, 2026 have been approved. This has made way for Porsche and Audi to compete in Formula 1. Keep reading to learn more about it.
The new cars are violently bouncing, and F1 is looking for fixes
New aerodynamic regulations were introduced at the start of the year that were intended to allow the cars to follow more closely and aid overtaking, making the races more exciting.
DGCA can grant exemptions from flight duty limits, but not as routine: HC
The regulator was also asked to place on record the applications of airlines seeking exemptions or variations in FDTLs from December 1 last year till date and the orders passed by the DGCA.
Motor racing-Force India sanctioned over driver numbers
MOTOR-F1-SPAIN/FORCEINDIA-NUMBERS (PIX):Motor racing-Force India sanctioned over driver numbers
Mercedes reserve Formula E slot for 2018-19
MOTOR-ELECTRIC-MERCEDES:Mercedes reserve Formula E slot for 2018-19
UPDATE 1-Motor racing-Mercedes reserve Formula E slot for 2018-19
MOTOR-ELECTRIC/MERCEDES (UPDATE 1):UPDATE 1-Motor racing-Mercedes reserve Formula E slot for 2018-19
Civil aviation policy: AirAsia, Vistara biggest beneficiaries of 5/20 rule change
Now an airline has to scale its fleet up to 20 planes or deploy 20% of capacity on domestic operations, whichever is higher, to qualify for overseas flying.
Tatas refute accusations of foreign control in AirAsia India, Vistara
The older carriers said AirAsia India and Vistara were being controlled by their overseas stakeholders — Air Asia Bhd and Singapore Airlines, respectively.
AirAsia’s management exodus leads to friction with Federation of Indian Airlines
The airline is one of the first beneficiaries of a rule change in 2012, which allowed foreign airlines to take up to a 49% stake in their Indian carriers.
Wadia-owned GoAir opposes scrapping of 5/20 rule that will benefit Tatas' airlines
Among the three, the DFC model is likely to be junked. FIA is also opposed to another plan to auction international airline entitlements.
Musharraf treason tribunal orders re-investigation
A special Pakistani court holding the treason trial of ex-military ruler Pervez Musharraf for allegedly subverting the Constitution in 2007 ordered re-investigation.
Do away with 5/20 norms for international operations: CAPA
At present, an Indian carriers is allowed to fly overseas only when it has completed five years of domestic operations and have a minimum of 20 aircraft fleet.
Removal of 5/20 rule for flying overseas will vitiate level playing field: FIA
Under 5/20 rule, domestic airlines are required to have at least five years operational experience and minimum 20 planes to fly overseas.
New airlines like Vistara, AirAsia trying to influence aviation policy, says GoAir's Jeh Wadia
"I would only go international if I have certainty that I can recover the variable costs, because, if I can, I will reduce my cost, thereby increasing my margin."
Budget 2015: Airlines demand slew of sops
Demanding a slew of measures in the Union Budget including reduction of taxes and continuation of the existing norms for starting international operations.
Airlines get a week more to file response on international operation norms
The meeting was attended by all seven domestic carriers - Air India, Jet Airways, GoAir, IndiGo, SpiceJet, AirAsia India and Vistara.
Airline lobby group FIA opposes move to ease rules for flying overseas
FIA – which includes IndiGo, Go Air, Jet Airways & SpiceJet – has alleged that the rule is being changed to favour a new entrant in domestic airline industry.
Continue with existing norms on international ops: FIA
AirAsia India Chief Executive Mittu Chandilya said that the existing rules were keeping the Indian carriers away from expanding their presence in the overseas skies.
Rival airlines like IndiGo, GoAir approach DGCA to deny permit to Tata-SIA Airlines
Airlines argued in a letter to DGCA that foreign airlines can invest only in existing ones & not startups according to previous govt's change in policy.
IndiGo, FIA against granting of permit to AirAsia; DGCA set to take a decision soon
AirAsia India, which plans to start operations sometime this year, knows it will have to fight hard with existing carriers for a piece of the market.
TMC MP Dinesh Trivedi calls 5/20 rule removal a scam
Trivedi has described the move as a "mega scam" and sought the PM's "immediate intervention" .
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