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Air India to cut 100 daily flights until July as jet fuel costs soar

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Published on 2 May 2026
Air India to cut 100 daily flights until July as jet fuel costs soar

West Asia conflicts and airspace limits shrink routes

Air India says it will slash around 100 daily flights until July, citing soaring ATF or jet fuel prices. In an internal note, CEO Campbell Wilson said the airline already reduced flights in April and May and will trim schedules further. The carrier also points to West Asia crisis-related airspace restrictions making longer international routes loss-making.

  • Air India plans to reduce about 100 daily flights until July
  • ATF/jet fuel cost spikes are a primary driver
  • West Asia airspace restrictions make long-haul international routes unprofitable
  • Further trims follow April and May schedule reductions
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