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Centre may push airlines to reduce passenger charges amid lower fuel prices

Centre may push airlines to reduce passenger charges amid lower fuel prices

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The government may soon ask airlines to review and reduce surge pricing and additional passenger charges if the recent decline in crude oil and aviation fuel prices proves to be sustainable, Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said on Thursday. The Centre is closely monitoring trends in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices and has initiated discussions with airlines to assess whether the current easing in fuel costs is likely to continue over the long term. “At present, we are seeing prices coming down, but we need to assess whether this is a long-term reduction or a temporary fall. Discussions with airlines are underway,” Naidu said. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Much-needed support’: Air India on Centre’s ₹10,000-crore aviation fuel price relief package

‘Much-needed support’: Air India on Centre’s ₹10,000-crore aviation fuel price relief package

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Air India on Wednesday welcomed the Centre’s ₹10,000-crore fund to help keep aviation fuel prices stable. The airline said the decision would provide much-needed support to the aviation sector and help airlines maintain connectivity during a period of high fuel price volatility. Air India welcomed the Centre’s ₹10,000-crore ATF price stabilisation fund. (Reuters) This came after the Union cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a one-time support package to help keep ATF (aviation turbine fuel) prices stable for scheduled Indian airlines. This follows a sharp increase in global aviation fuel prices linked to the ongoing war in West Asia. ALSO READ | Delhi airport’s third runway may remain shut till September amid efforts to enhance aircraft-handling capacity Air India backs government move On X, the airline said it “warmly welcomes and deeply appreciates” the government’s decision. “This progressive measure provides a much-needed support to the Indian aviation ecosystem and reinforces the Government’s commitment to strengthening connectivity for the people of India, while enabling airlines to serve passengers more effectively,” the statement read. What …

Indian airlines cut 3,000 weekly flights in summer schedule amid West Asia crisis| India News

Indian airlines cut 3,000 weekly flights in summer schedule amid West Asia crisis| India News

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Indian airlines will operate around 3,000 fewer flights a week in the upcoming summer schedule starting March 29, compared to last year, as carriers cut capacity amid rising costs and uncertainty triggered by the West Asia crisis, people aware of the matter said. Airlines slash flights as West Asia crisis hits capacity plans (Representative photo) Government officials have not issued any formal statement on capacity cuts so far. Indian airlines had operated 25,610 weekly flights in the last year’s summer schedule, up from 24,275 in 2024. The number is now expected to fall to around 22,600 weekly flights this summer schedule that comes into effect from March 29 and will continue till October 31. “Around 12% fewer flights will operate this summer as compared to those that operated in the same schedule last year,” an official aware of the development said. Airlines are scaling back capacity due to rising operating costs particularly fuel and foreign exchange and concerns that travel demand could weaken if geopolitical tensions in West Asia persist, the official added. In a …

Indian airlines cancel 279 international flights on Sunday, govt monitoring airfares| India News

Indian airlines cancel 279 international flights on Sunday, govt monitoring airfares| India News

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New Delhi, Indian airlines cancelled 279 international flights on Sunday due to the Middle East conflict while the Civil Aviation Ministry said it is closely monitoring the situation. Indian airlines cancel 279 international flights on Sunday, govt monitoring airfares The airlines plan to operate 50 flights from the region on Monday, the ministry said and added it was also closely monitoring airfares to ensure that there was no undue surge in the ticket prices. The escalating conflict in the Middle East involving the US, Israel and Iran has significantly disrupted flight operations due to airspace closures and restrictions. The ministry on Sunday said that due to the ongoing situation in the Gulf, flight operations have been impacted across several sectors. “A total of 49 flight operations were scheduled today by Indian domestic carriers from West Asia to India. As on 8 March, 279 flights scheduled to be operated today by Indian domestic carriers have been cancelled,” the ministry said in a post on X. The 49 flights had been scheduled from various cities in the …

Artery to westbound flights choked| India News

Artery to westbound flights choked| India News

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More than a third of India’s international air traffic ground to a halt on Sunday as Iranian missile and drone strikes forced the closure of the Gulf’s three great aviation hubs, severing the corridor through which the vast majority of India’s westbound flights — to the Middle East, Europe and North America’s East Coast — are routed. Stranded passengers wait outside a terminal, amid cancellation of flights to the Middle East due to the US and Israel strikes on Iran, at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, in New Delhi. (PTI) The ministry of civil aviation said a total of 350 flights operated by Indian carriers had been cancelled on Sunday and the government “is in close coordination with airlines, airport operators and other stakeholders to proactively monitor the situation and facilitate necessary passenger support”. A June 2025 report by the International Air Transport Association found that the Middle East accounts for 39.2% of all India’s international passenger traffic — 14.9 million travellers in 2024, more than any other region. That corridor runs through a …

6,000 Airbus A320s Grounded: What’s Behind The Move, And What It Means For Flights In India | India News

6,000 Airbus A320s Grounded: What’s Behind The Move, And What It Means For Flights In India | India News

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Last Updated:November 29, 2025, 09:04 IST The global A320 recall may cause temporary disruptions as airlines complete mandatory software and hardware updates triggered by a flight-control alert. About 3,000 A320s were airborne at the time of the announcement. (Image: Airbus) A large-scale safety directive issued by Airbus has forced airlines worldwide to pull over 6,000 A320-family aircraft out of service for urgent checks, raising concerns over potential travel disruptions, including in India. The action follows a recent mid-air incident involving an A320 in which a flight-control computer behaved unexpectedly, prompting Airbus to order immediate software and hardware updates across the global fleet. The company says the fix is precautionary but mandatory. Airlines in India expect the software update for all affected planes to be done in two to three days, but the exact impact on flights is still unclear. What Triggered The Global Airbus Recall? The recall stems from a recent incident in which an A320-family aircraft experienced an uncommanded pitch-down movement mid-flight. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which reported the event, noted …

Indian Airlines Could Face Rs 77 Cr Weekly Loss, Rs 307 Cr Monthly Due To Pakistan Airspace Closure

Indian Airlines Could Face Rs 77 Cr Weekly Loss, Rs 307 Cr Monthly Due To Pakistan Airspace Closure

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Last Updated:April 30, 2025, 20:33 IST Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan due to the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan on Thursday said it will bar Indian airlines from using its airspace Alternative flight path is resulting in additional flying time of up to 1.5 hours for international flights from Delhi and north Indian cities. (Representational image) Indian airlines are likely to face additional weekly expenses of Rs 77 crore for international flights operated from north Indian cities as the airspace curbs result in increased fuel consumption and longer flight durations. An analysis of the number of overseas flights and back-of-the-envelope calculations based on increased flight time as well as approximate expenses by PTI showed that the additional monthly operational costs could be over Rs 306 crore. Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan due to the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan on Thursday said it will bar Indian airlines from using its airspace. Alternative flight path is resulting in additional flying time of up to 1.5 hours for international flights from Delhi and north Indian …

As Pak shuts airspace, longer flights, price hikes expected | Latest News India

As Pak shuts airspace, longer flights, price hikes expected | Latest News India

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Pakistan’s move on Thursday to close its airspace to Indian-registered aircraft and airlines will result in longer flights to Europe, North America and the Middle East from northern India and higher airfares on these routes, experts said. As Pak shuts airspace, longer flights, price hikes expected Experts expected a 30% increase in airfares for flights to Middle East and around 40% increase in ticket prices for Europe and North America as a consequence of Pakistan’s move. The restrictions were part of Islamabad’s response to India’s diplomatic curbs on Pakistan announced on Wednesday in retaliation to the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people on April 21.Pakistan civil aviation authority (PCAA)later issued a notice to pilots and other stakeholders alerting them of the closure. Also Read | India notifies Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty suspension: ‘Breached conditions’ A Delhi airport official said around 550 flights of various Indian and foreign airlines originating from India overfly Pakistan daily. At least 120 flights of Indian carriers from North India will now have to go south, …

How will Pakistan airspace closure impact Indian passengers, carriers? | Latest News India

How will Pakistan airspace closure impact Indian passengers, carriers? | Latest News India

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With Pakistan closing its airspace to Indian airlines, international flights from Delhi and northern cities are expected to face longer travel times, and fares may rise by 8-12 percent in the short term. Air India, IndiGo flights impacted by Pakistan airspace closure.(REUTERS File/ representative image) Air India and IndiGo have confirmed that their international flights are impacted by Pakistan’s airspace closure, with longer routes expected for flights departing from Delhi and northern cities. Other airlines, including Air India Express, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air, will also be affected. These flights will need to take alternative routes, extending over the Arabian Sea, according to senior airline officials and pilots, PTI reported, quoting senior airline officials and pilots. What does Pakistan’s airspace closure mean for Indian travellers? Pakistan on Thursday announced a ban on Indian airlines from using its airspace. The restriction applies to all aircraft registered in India, as well as those owned or leased by Indian operators. With flights now taking longer detours, particularly over the Arabian Sea, airlines will require more fuel, leading to higher …

Indian Airlines to provide refreshments, meals to passengers facing flight delays due to winter fog – India TV

Indian Airlines to provide refreshments, meals to passengers facing flight delays due to winter fog – India TV

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Image Source : SOCIAL Indian Airlines to provide refreshments, meals Airlines will now be required to give beverages and snacks to passengers whose flights are delayed by two to four hours and meals if the aircraft is delayed for more than four hours. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has informed airlines that low visibility in north India is already causing delays this winter. When a flight is delayed in one sector, it causes delays on all other routes in the airline’s network that the aircraft is scheduled to operate that day. On Friday, the aviation ministry said on X, “… airlines have been advised to provide facilities to passengers during flight delays. These measures are designed to prioritise passenger convenience during unforeseen disruptions. As per an advisory issued by DGCA, airlines (have) to provide drinking water for delays of flights up to two hours; tea or coffee with snacks/refreshments for delays between two and four 4 hours; and meals for delays exceeding four hours.” “These provisions aim to enhance passenger experience while addressing …