Summer Travel Chaos: 3,000 Fewer Flights, Higher Fares Expected
Summer Travel Chaos: 3,000 Fewer Flights, Higher Fares Expected
- •Domestic flights to see a 'shortage' of 3,000 compared to last year, leading to fewer seats and more crowds.
- •DGCA adopts strict stance on airline expansion after December's IndiGo disruption, demanding sufficient pilots and resources.
- •Weekly flights expected to be around 22,600, down from 25,610 last year, impacting availability.
- •Rising crude oil prices, increased ATF costs, and a weakening rupee will likely drive up airfares due to 'dynamic pricing'.
- •New rules from April 20 mandate airlines to offer 60% seats without selection charges and ensure adjacent seating for families on same PNR.
