Mumbai airport has allocated Summer 2027 slots to 38 international airlines, while 12 carriers operating 16 daily departures to 14 destinations may have to move their services to Navi Mumbai.
Indian aviation
India needs three large national airlines to compete with global carriers and improve direct international connectivity, says Adani Airports CEO Arun Bansal.
Uttar Pradesh is planning a dedicated ‘Singapore City’ near Noida International Airport (DXN), as the state looks to attract foreign investment in advanced manufacturing, logistics and technology.
IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh has described Navi Mumbai International Airport as a major opportunity for the airline’s international expansion.
Akasa Air plans to increase pilot salaries by up to 20% from January 1, 2027, while raising minimum protected flying hours to 50 per month and annual leave to 42 days.
Destination Canada, Air Canada and Lufthansa Group have launched a joint marketing pilot targeting South Indian travellers for spring and summer 2027.
Lockheed Martin is preparing to deepen its aerospace manufacturing footprint in India if its C-130J Super Hercules proposal is selected for the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) 60-aircraft medium transport programme.
In 2026, the global balance of air power continues to reflect both historic military dominance and rapid modernisation efforts, particularly across Asia.
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) will return its third runway to service on September 20, almost seven months after Runway 11R/29L was closed for a major rehabilitation programme.
France plans to have at least 47 Rafale fighter jets in the new F5 configuration by 2035 as Paris accelerates the modernisation of its combat aviation and nuclear deterrence capabilities.