Tamil Nadu has scrapped the Parandur greenfield airport project, but Chennai still needs additional aviation capacity. With Manellore and Cheyyur under consideration, the state now faces another long process involving feasibility studies, land acquisition, environmental approvals and construction.
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A Malaysian passenger was detained at Chennai International Airport (MAA) after Indian Customs officials allegedly discovered 4,033 grams of suspected high-grade hydroponic cannabis in checked baggage.
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IndiGo flight 6E 1025 from Chennai to Singapore was delayed over four hours after a technical fault and FDTL crew restrictions forced a replacement crew arrangement, leaving more than 200 passengers waiting onboard.
Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has emerged as the most affected airport in South India when it comes to bird strikes.
A major aviation safety concern unfolded at Chennai Airport (MAA) when an Emirates (EK) flight from Dubai (DXB) was struck by a green laser beam during its final approach on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
The Centre has granted in-principle approval for the ₹20,000 crore Parandur Greenfield Airport near Chennai International Airport (MAA), but with strict conditions.
Emirates (EK) flight EK543 from Chennai (MAA) to Dubai (DXB) made an emergency landing at Chennai on May 11 due to a technical glitch.
An IndiGo flight scheduled to travel from Chennai to Mumbai encountered a tyre burst incident on Saturday, April 26, at Chennai Airport.