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Indian Aviation Outlook: International Traffic Shows Signs of Recovery as Domestic Demand Slows

New Delhi, August 24, 2026; India’s aviation industry may witness a gradual improvement in international passenger demand in the coming months, even as the domestic market faces a period of moderation, according to an assessment by brokerage firm Equirus. International operations recorded a sequential improvement during August, with passenger traffic handled by Indian carriers estimated […]

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Air India Declines Comment on Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident as AAIB Probe Continues

New Delhi, August 11, 2026; Air India has said it will not comment on any findings or preliminary observations concerning the serious incident involving a Phuket-Delhi flight earlier this month, as the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) continues its investigation. The airline said the inquiry is being conducted under the International Civil Aviation Organization’s ICAO […]

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Ticket Price Hike: How IndiGo, Air India Are Responding to Rising Fuel Costs

The global aviation sector is witnessing a sharp increase in ticket prices as airlines grapple with soaring fuel costs triggered by geopolitical tensions, including the US-Israel Iran conflict. Jet fuel prices have surged dramatically—from around $85–$90 per barrel to as high as $150–$200—putting intense pressure on airlines, where fuel accounts for nearly 25% of operating […]

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Air India Flight Returns to Delhi After Mid-Air Technical Concern

New Delhi, 26 March 2026 – A London-bound flight operated by Air India was forced to return to the national capital on Thursday after a suspected technical issue was detected mid-flight, prompting a precautionary diversion in line with safety protocols. The flight, AI 111, had departed from Delhi early in the morning and was headed […]

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Airlines Push Back Against Govt Order on Free Seat Selection Rule, Urge Rollback

New Delhi, March 21: Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have strongly opposed the government’s decision to allow free seat selection on up to 60 percent of airline seats, saying the move could hurt their revenue streams and disrupt existing pricing models. The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), representing major carriers, has urged the Ministry of […]

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Air India to Add 36 Extra Flights to Europe and North America Starting March 19

New Delhi | March 17, 2026: Air India has announced that it will operate 36 additional international flights between March 19 and March 28, 2026, connecting India with major destinations in Europe and North America. The decision comes amid sustained high demand for travel and ongoing disruptions in West Asia airspace. According to the airline’s […]

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Pilot’s Final Cry Was ‘Mayday’: Aviation Ministry Confirms Smooth Paris-Delhi-Ahmedabad Flight Before Tragedy

New Delhi, 14 June: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Saturday said the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, which left 241 people dead, has deeply shaken the entire nation. Speaking at a press briefing, Naidu expressed his condolences, stating, “The last two days have been very difficult. […]

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PM Modi Takes Charge After Air India Crash; Civil Aviation Minister Races to Ahmedabad for Relief Oversight

NEW DELHI, 12 JUNE: In the wake of the tragic Air India flight crash near Ahmedabad airport, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken swift and personal charge of the situation. According to official sources, the Prime Minister spoke directly with Union Civil Aviation Minister Shri Rammohan Naidu to get an immediate update on the incident […]

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Air India London-Bound Flight with 242 Passengers Crashes Near Ahmedabad Airport

Ahmedabad, June 12 : A major aviation tragedy struck on Thursday afternoon when an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff near Ahmedabad’s Meghani Nagar area, just a few kilometers from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft was carrying 242 people, including passengers and crew. According to the Directorate General […]

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Multiple Airports Closed in North India Following India’s Cross-Border Strikes

New Delhi : In the wake of the Indian Armed Forces’ launch of ‘Operation Sindoor’, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), multiple airports across northern India have been temporarily closed for commercial operations, leading to widespread travel disruptions. The precautionary closures come amid heightened security concerns following India’s late-night precision […]

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