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Three Air India Airbus A320 aircraft parked at Delhi Airport's Terminal-II sustained damage during adverse weather conditions on Sunday evening after strong winds caused ground equipment and debris to strike the planes, according to the DGCA.

Global production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, accounting for just 0.8 per cent of total aviation fuel consumption, according to estimates released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

SAF production to meet just 0.8% of aviation fuel demand in 2026: IATA

The airline said the adjustments come in response to a traditionally softer demand period in the upcoming quarter, coupled with a challenging cost environment and ongoing operational constraints, including elevated operating costs and airspace restrictions.

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The government has capped aviation turbine fuel at Rs 75.6 per litre for domestic operations. This provides big relief to the airlines.&nbsp;

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Digi Yatra has crossed 10 crore passenger journeys and over 2.4 crore app downloads, marking a major milestone in India's digital aviation push. The paperless travel platform is currently available at 38 airports and will expand to 27 more airports next year.

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The airline said it will operate additional direct services between Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, and Navi Mumbai and Ahmedabad, on May 31 and June 1, 2026. These flights will supplement its existing scheduled services connecting Ahmedabad with nine domestic and international destinations.

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According to Akasa Air, flight QP 1501, which was operating from Bengaluru to Bhubaneswar on May 27, 2026, was diverted to Lucknow as weather conditions were not favourable for landing at its destination.&nbsp;Following the diversion, the flight later departed from Lucknow and landed safely in Bhubaneswar at 00:02 hrs on May 28, 2026.

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Air India News: A San Francisco-bound Air India flight made a precautionary landing in Delhi on Wednesday, May 27. According to the airline, flight AI633, which took off from New Delhi, made a safe landing as per laid-down procedures due to a technical snag.

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Air India to Cut Domestic Flight: Air India has announced a temporary reduction in the frequency of select domestic flights between June and August 2026, citing the sustained impact of rising aviation fuel prices on its operating costs. Check details:&nbsp;

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Delhi Airport Advisory: Delhi Airport on Saturday, May 23, issued a passenger advisory warning travellers about a temporary shortage of cabs from a few app-based taxi aggregators at Terminal 1. DAIL suggested the following options:

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Speaking to reporters, the minister said the probe extends beyond India's borders because the aircraft was operating an international flight, making it a matter of wider global interest.&nbsp;He emphasised that the investigation process is open to scrutiny and is being conducted in a fair and transparent manner. According to him, authorities are ensuring that every aspect of the incident is examined carefully before the final report is released.

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The Maharashtra government has reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) from 18% to 7%, a move expected to provide relief to airlines and passengers amid rising operational costs due to the ongoing West Asia crisis.

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The Union Cabinet on Wednesday, May 13, approved the extension of the lease period of the Airports Authority of India (AAI)’s land leased to MIHAN India Limited (MIL) beyond August 6, 2039, paving the way for the transfer of Nagpur Airport operations to GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (GNIAL).

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Air India has responded to viral social media claims suggesting that the airline has suspended all international flights due to fuel shortages. The&nbsp;clarification comes at a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among his seven appeals to citizens,&nbsp;urged&nbsp;to avoid foreign travel for at least one year unless necessary.

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Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Friday addressed employees, emphasising&nbsp;the need for tighter financial discipline, according to sources. Wilson told employees, “We need to focus relentlessly on our costs in these tough times.” Additionally,&nbsp;CHRO Ravindra Kumar GP said the airline would proceed with variable pay payouts for the previous financial year and continue with planned promotions.

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Despite higher ticket prices across both domestic and international routes, leisure travel activity shows no signs of slowing down, with clear shifts in traveller behaviour and airline strategy. Here a 5 travel trends that are emerging amid geopolitical tensions and airfare surges:

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IndiGo will become the launch carrier at the Noida International Airport, beginning the commercial operations on 15 June 2026. According to the announced schedule by IndiGo, the inaugural day will feature special flights connecting Lucknow, Bengaluru, and Noida. The first departure from Noida International Airport will operate on the Lucknow–Noida sector.

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Mumbai Airport to be closed on May 7:&nbsp;Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Wednesday&nbsp;announced that it will be temporarily closed on May 7. Citing safety and operational excellence, CSMIA said it has scheduled annual pre-monsoon runway maintenance on Thursday. Check timing,&nbsp;other key details here:

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IndiGo flight 6E108 sees power bank fire after landing:&nbsp;A safety incident occurred on an IndiGo flight on Tuesday, May 5, when a passenger's personal electronic device suddenly caught fire, causing panic. The incident occurred on Flight 6E108; however, the plane had already landed safely on the runway at Chandigarh Airport.

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Spirit Airlines has announced an immediate and orderly wind-down of its operations, effective May 2, 2026.&nbsp;The airline has urged passengers not to head to airports, as no flights will operate going forward.&nbsp;According to CEO Dave Davis, a sharp and sustained rise in fuel prices in recent weeks, combined with broader financial pressures, significantly worsened the airline’s outlook.

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Three Air India Airbus A320 aircraft parked at Delhi Airport's Terminal-II sustained damage during adverse weather conditions on Sunday evening after strong winds caused ground equipment and debris to strike the planes, according to the DGCA.

Global production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, accounting for just 0.8 per cent of total aviation fuel consumption, according to estimates released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

The airline said the adjustments come in response to a traditionally softer demand period in the upcoming quarter, coupled with a challenging cost environment and ongoing operational constraints, including elevated operating costs and airspace restrictions.

The government has capped aviation turbine fuel at Rs 75.6 per litre for domestic operations. This provides big relief to the airlines. 

Digi Yatra has crossed 10 crore passenger journeys and over 2.4 crore app downloads, marking a major milestone in India's digital aviation push. The paperless travel platform is currently available at 38 airports and will expand to 27 more airports next year.

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