Air India Reduces Domestic Flights by 22% Due to Rising Fuel Costs
Air India has reduced its domestic flights by 22% as part of a strategic response to high fuel prices. This move follows a previous 27% cut in international flights. The airline plans to monitor demand and reassess operations.
Faced with the twin challenges of increased operational costs and elevated fuel prices, Air India has announced a 22% reduction in its domestic flight operations for an interim period. This adjustment mirrors previous international flight cuts, as the airline continues to navigate financial headwinds.
The Tata Group-owned airline operates roughly 4,400 weekly flights, with 3,600 of those being domestic routes. Consequently, the announced reduction will impact over 790 domestic flights weekly. Air India stated that the move is necessary to manage the ongoing impact of high fuel costs on its operations.
Passengers affected by these changes will receive proactive assistance, including alternative flight arrangements, complimentary date changes, or full refunds, where applicable. The airline reiterated its commitment to reinstating flights once economic conditions stabilize.
In May, Air India also announced a 27% reduction in international flights during June to August, which includes suspending services on key routes such as Delhi-Chicago and Mumbai-New York. This strategic realignment comes in light of reported losses exceeding SGD 3.56 billion in the last fiscal year.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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