FILE PHOTO: Willie Walsh, Director General, International Air Transport Association (IATA), speaks at the press briefing during the annual International Air Transport Association (IATA) meeting in New Delhi, India, June 2, 2025. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo
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CNBC TV1810-12-2025, 11:52

IATA: India's Aviation Market Will Boom Despite Short-Term Challenges

  • IATA chief Willie Walsh sees India as a booming aviation market despite short-term challenges, with current issues deemed temporary.
  • India's domestic aviation market is projected to be 32% larger in 2025 than in 2020, driven by rising air traffic demand.
  • Indian carriers have over 1,500 planes on order, and significant investments are being made in airport infrastructure.
  • Walsh expects increased airport capacity to facilitate new entrants, addressing the current duopolistic market.
  • The privatization of Air India is viewed as a positive development for the market.

Why It Matters: India's aviation growth means more travel options and competitive prices.

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