03 Sep 2026

#1 September 2026: India Aviation Newsletter

Air India Launches Easy Connect Flights From Ahmedabad

Air India has launched Easy Connect flights from Ahmedabad, linking Gujarat to 26 global destinations through its hub network. The rollout forms part of Air India’s wider hub-and-spoke strategy to improve international connectivity from Indian cities beyond the largest metro gateways.

India’s Fly91 Nears ATR Turboprop Order

Indian regional airline Fly91 is close to ordering at least 20 ATR turboprops. The potential order would support the carrier’s regional growth plans and reflects demand for aircraft suited to short-haul and under-served domestic markets.

Mahindra Aerostructures To Manufacture Airbus A320 Skins

Mahindra Aerostructures is set to manufacture Airbus A320 aircraft skins. The development supports India’s growing aerospace manufacturing ecosystem as global OEM supply chains deepen sourcing and industrial partnerships in the country.

Acumen’s Take

On Air India’s Ahmedabad Easy Connect Rollout

Air India’s Ahmedabad rollout strengthens the role of domestic feed in supporting India’s international hub ambitions. Better coordinated connections from regional markets can help retain more outbound traffic through Indian gateways.

On Fly91’s ATR Requirement

Fly91’s potential ATR order highlights the continued relevance of turboprops in India’s regional connectivity strategy. Right-sized aircraft remain critical where shorter sectors, thinner demand and airport infrastructure favour lower trip-cost operations.

On Mahindra Aerostructures And Airbus

Mahindra’s Airbus A320 work highlights India’s gradual movement up the aerospace manufacturing value chain. Stronger participation in aircraft structures and components can support the country’s long-term ambition to become a broader aviation industrial hub.

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