Wings India Awards honor Bangalore, Delhi airports as best airports

HYDERABAD: Bangalore and Delhi Airports jointly secured the prestigious Best Airport of the Year award at the Wings India Awards 2024 on Thursday. The Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya M Scindia, presented these accolades during the 4th edition of the 'Wings India Awards' in the Civil Aviation Sector.

The Best Airline of the Year award was secured by Vistara-Tata SIA Airlines Ltd at the Wings India Awards 2024. Air India earned recognition for its International Connectivity, and Alliance Air was acknowledged for its Regional Connectivity. Air Indian Express was notably declared a Sustainability Champion.

GMR Group received honors as the Best Aviation Service Provider, with Skyways Air Services Pvt. Ltd recognized for outstanding cargo services, Indian Oil Skytanking Pvt. Ltd for Fuel Services, and GMR for Aero Academy. Additionally, several other organizations were commended by Wings India for their excellence.

The Wings India Awards stand as a measure of excellence, acknowledging those in the aviation sector showcasing the best practices and innovations. In recent years, the aviation industry has demonstrated remarkable strength and resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges. These awards are a tribute to world-class operators and individuals who have sustained the industry through tough times.

The awards covered a range of categories, spanning Best Airport of the Year with distinctions based on passenger traffic (>25 MPPA, 10-25 MPPA, 5-10 MPPA, < 5 MPPA). Additional recognitions included Innovation Champion, Sustainability Champion, Best Airline of the Year, International Connectivity, Domestic Connectivity, Regional Connectivity, NSOP (Non-Scheduled Operator): Fixed Wing, NSOP: Helicopters, Best Aviation Service Provider, and commendations for Cargo Services, Ground Services, MRO Services, Fuel Services, Aviation Skills & Training, Aircraft Leasing, Innovation Champion, and Sustainability Champion.