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India Has 'Fair and Balanced' Approach on Bilateral Flying Rights: IndiGo CEO
- On June 1, 2025, IndiGo revealed a new partnership involving Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta Airlines aimed at extending its long-haul routes from India to destinations in North America, Europe, and the UK.
- The partnership follows IndiGo's existing international ties and aims to leverage partner-operated flights for onward travel from Amsterdam and Manchester, while Delta plans to resume direct Atlanta-Delhi flights pending approval.
- IndiGo currently operates over 400 aircraft and targets a fleet increase to 600 by 2030, supported by leasing six Boeing 787 jets from Norse Atlantic Airways to boost international operations amid delivery delays.
- IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers described India's approach to bilateral air service rights as "completely fair and balanced," emphasizing use of existing traffic rights before expanding, amid industry calls for broader market access.
- This policy reflects India's intent to grow domestic carriers' global reach without expanding agreements with major international hubs, implying cautious bilateral rights adjustments aligned with its aviation growth goals.
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Aviation consortium Air France KLM and Delta are entering into a strategic partnership with Indian airline Indigo, which is experiencing enormous growth under the leadership of former KLM CEO Pieter Elbers.
Indian airline IndiGo is to partner with Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic. The airlines hope to connect more cities in India with destinations in the United States, Canada and Europe. The airlines announced this on Sunday.
IndiGo, Delta, Air France-KLM & Virgin Atlantic unveil major alliance
IndiGo, Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM, and Virgin Atlantic have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a global airline partnership. The collaboration aims to enhance travel connectivity between India, North America, the UK, and Europe. The new alliance brings together the strengths of each carrier. IndiGo, India’s largest airline, will provide an extensive domestic network. Delta and Virgin Atlantic will contribute strong tra…
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