Air India says it will trim international flight operations through June and July, citing a sharp rise in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices and airspace restrictions that make several routes unviable. CEO Campbell Wilson warned employees that lengthier itineraries and closures have already forced cuts in April and May. The airline’s group loss projection for FY ending March 2026 exceeds INR 22,000 crore.
A global jump in aviation fuel prices is reshaping air travel, pushing ticket rates higher and disrupting schedules. Carriers are getting squeezed as West Asia conflict drives up costs, while Indian airlines face extra pressure from heavy taxes and currency fluctuations. The result: more fuel surcharges, higher final fares, and tougher economics for airlines flying through volatile oil markets.
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