The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration cited new satellite data and evidence from the scene of Sunday's crash near Addis Ababa for its decision to join Europe, China and other nations in suspending 737 MAX flights.

Vistara wanted to launch its international operations last year but could not get the government assent, however, the airline had already added 60 aircraft for its international operations anticipating government clearance.

The meeting comes in the backdrop of action being taken against Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft after one such plane operated by Ethiopian Airlines crashed near Addis Ababa, killing 157 passengers, including four Indians.

The government has made it clear that this aircraft will not be allowed to enter or transit the Indian airspace from 4 pm today.

Boeing 737 Max 8 planes: Most countries stop flying the jet after Ethiopian Airlines crash, but not IndiaTwo deadly plane crashes killing 346 people in the space of five months, both involving Boeing 737 Max 8 jets, has compelled several countries across the globe to play safe and ground these aircraft. On Sunday, an aircraft of this model operated by Ethiopian Airlines crashed in Addis Ababa killing all 157 passengers and crew on board, including four Indians. China yesterday ordered domesti...

SpiceJet has around 12 Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft in its fleet. Jet Airways has five, which have been grounded already.

The bigger impact from the Ethiopian crash could be on future deliveries, since other carriers including Korean Air Lines Co Ltd have placed relatively large orders for 737 MAX 8 jets.

Ethiopian Airlines crash: The Boeing 737 MAX 8 planes will be grounded till appropriate modifications and safety measures are undertaken to ensure their safe operations, said the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

At least 25 carriers around the world have grounded this Boeing model so far, but SpiceJet continues to operate them

The ED has alleged that Talwar had links with fugitive Vijay Mallya in a money laundering case pertaining to the negotiations favoring foreign private airlines, causing loss to Air India.