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International

Spirit Airlines Faces Shutdown Risk

By BPN News Desk
Spirit Airlines appears to be moving closer to a possible shutdown as time runs out for the US government to decide on a potential bailout for the troubled low-cost carrier. Spirit Airlines Shutdown Risk The airline has been facing deep financial stress, with mounting losses, debt pressure and weak investor confidence. Its condition has raised […]
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Airlines Seek ATF Price Relief From Centre

By BPN News Desk
India’s aviation sector has sought urgent government intervention over rising aviation turbine fuel prices, warning that high operating costs could affect flight operations. Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet, through the Federation of Indian Airlines, have asked the Centre to revise ATF pricing and provide relief to the industry. Airlines Warn Over Rising ATF Prices The […]
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National

Government Removes Domestic Airfare Caps

By BPN News Desk
The Centre has removed temporary fare caps on domestic air travel, allowing airlines to price tickets freely again from March 23 as operating costs continue to rise sharply. The move comes after months of restrictions that were introduced during the aviation disruption linked to the IndiGo crisis, but airlines had argued that soaring fuel and […]
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Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights

By BPN News Desk
Indian Airlines Plan 58 Middle East Flights Indian airlines are planning to operate 58 flights to destinations in the Middle East as services gradually resume amid disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Authorities said carriers are adjusting schedules while closely monitoring airspace restrictions and safety conditions across the region. Indian Airlines
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India Grants Initial Approval to Two New Airlines

By BPN News Desk
India has granted initial approval to two new airlines, alHind Air and FlyExpress, allowing them to move ahead with preparations to begin commercial operations. The clearances were issued in the form of No Objection Certificates, enabling the carriers to proceed with regulatory requirements such as securing Air Operator Certificates and finalising fleet and route plans.