NEW DELHI 29 April 2026 (The Capital Post) – Major airlines in India have issued a stark warning that flight operations could be suspended if the government does not take urgent action to address soaring aviation fuel prices, which have surged amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and war-driven disruptions to global oil supply chains.
The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), representing carriers such as IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet, has raised concerns that the aviation sector is under extreme financial strain due to rapidly increasing jet fuel costs, which now account for a significant portion of operating expenses.
In a formal appeal to the Civil Aviation Ministry, airline operators reportedly warned that continued increases in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices could push the industry towards severe operational disruption, including potential grounding of aircraft and widespread flight cancellations.
Industry representatives are urging the government to reinstate cost control measures and reduce the tax burden on jet fuel, arguing that current pricing structures are unsustainable under present market conditions influenced by global conflict and supply instability.
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The crisis has been further intensified by disruptions in key oil transit routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, leading to volatility in crude oil and fuel markets. Airlines also face additional pressure from currency fluctuations that have increased dollar-denominated operational costs.
Aviation experts warn that without immediate policy intervention, the financial viability of multiple carriers could be at risk, potentially impacting domestic and international connectivity across one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.
Government officials have yet to announce any new measures, while the aviation sector continues to push for urgent relief to prevent a broader industry slowdown. -The Capital Post
