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DGCA grants licence to India’s first seaplane airline; service to start in Lakshadweep

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India is set to relaunch seaplane services with SkyHop Aviation receiving its operator's license. The company will initially connect five Lakshadweep islands and the mainland using a 19-seater aircraft. This initiative, supported by government incentives and a modified De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, aims to improve regional connectivity and tourism.

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DGCA grants licence to India’s first seaplane airline; service to start in Lakshadweep

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