Indian airlines face a profit drop this financial year. Higher fuel prices, airspace limits, and a weaker rupee are increasing costs. Fleet expansion will also raise lease payments. While conflict resolution could ease fuel expenses, airlines will need to manage these pressures. This situation impacts their financial performance.

Operating profits of Indian airlines are expected to decline 10-15 per cent this fiscal year as elevated aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, airspace restrictions and rupee…

Indian airlines face a profit drop this financial year. Higher fuel prices, airspace limits, and a weaker rupee are increasing costs. Fleet expansion will also raise lease…