Why is Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Bad News for Air India?

Air India benefited from using Russian airspace, while Western airlines avoided it during the conflict

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With a ceasefire, U.S. airlines may resume shorter routes, increasing competition on India-Europe and India-U.S. flights

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More airlines on these routes could lead to lower ticket prices, putting pressure on Air India’s profitability

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Air India may need to upgrade its fleet and improve service quality to stay competitive

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This shift could reshape global aviation, reducing Air India’s advantage in long-haul routes

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