Airbus Beluga XL makes historic stop at Kolkata airport
Kolkata: The Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata witnessed a historic moment on Tuesday as it hosted the Airbus Beluga XL for the first time. The giant aircraft, the largest in the Beluga series, made a scheduled stop for crew rest and refueling during its journey from the Airbus factory in Toulouse, France, to its unit in Tianjin, China.
The Airbus Beluga XL landed at the Kolkata airport at 10:43 pm IST, arriving from Bahrain International Airport. The aircraft, known for its distinctive shape and immense size, is primarily used to transport oversized cargo, including large aircraft components such as wings and fuselages. The Beluga XL, an upgraded model of the Beluga ST, boasts a length of 63.1 meters and a wingspan of 60.3 meters, with a payload capacity of approximately 51 tons.
Kolkata airport has previously hosted the smaller Beluga ST, but this marks the first time the larger XL model has touched down in the city. The aircraft’s stopover in Kolkata was necessitated by crew rest requirements, flight duty time limitations (FDTL), and the need to refuel. Among airports in eastern India, Kolkata’s facility is uniquely equipped to accommodate such large aircraft, making it a strategic choice for the Beluga XL’s journey.
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Muslim delivery boy assaulted over religion in Hyderabad’s Old City; Case registered
Hyderabad: A Muslim delivery worker was brutally assaulted in Hyderabad’s Old City on Tuesday night, allegedly after being questioned about his name and religion.
The victim, identified as Muhammad Nadeem, a resident of Talab Katta, was attacked at Moghalpura while delivering a parcel to Sultan Shahi. According to reports, unidentified assailants stopped Nadeem, asked about his identity, and then launched a violent assault.
Nadeem sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Osmania Hospital for treatment. After receiving first aid, he attempted to visit the Moghalpura Police Station to lodge a complaint but reportedly collapsed en route and was readmitted to the hospital.
Amjadullah Khan, spokesperson of the Majlis Bachao Tehreek (MBT), met the injured youth and demanded police action against the attackers.
The Moghalpura Police have registered a case under Sections 117(2) read with 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (BNS) Act. The identities of the attackers are yet to be determined, and an investigation is underway.
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