23 Jul 2026

#4 July 2026: India Aviation Newsletter

Air India’s Onboard Wi-Fi Enables Over 1 Million Passengers To Power Their Inflight Digital Experience

Air India has recorded more than 1 million users on its inflight Wi-Fi service between June 2025 and June 2026. The service is currently available across an initial fleet of 28 Wi-Fi-enabled aircraft, with usage increasing as passengers place greater value on onboard digital connectivity.

Akasa Air And BPCL Partner To Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption In India

Akasa Air and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited have signed an MoU to support the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in India. The agreement will help establish a framework for the supply and offtake of SAF-blended Aviation Turbine Fuel at designated airports across the country.

ALL Accor And IndiGo BluChip Announce Strategic Reciprocal Loyalty Partnership

ALL Accor and IndiGo BluChip have announced a reciprocal loyalty partnership allowing members to earn or redeem points across hotel stays and air travel services. The collaboration expands IndiGo BluChip’s travel rewards ecosystem while linking aviation and hospitality loyalty benefits.

Acumen’s Take

On Air India’s Inflight Wi-Fi

Air India’s Wi-Fi usage growth reflects rising passenger expectations around digital access during flight. As connectivity becomes a stronger part of the travel experience, airlines will need to balance service availability, reliability and fleet-wide rollout priorities.

On Akasa Air And BPCL

The Akasa Air and BPCL partnership highlights the early-stage development of India’s SAF supply ecosystem. Airline and fuel supplier collaboration will be important in building operational readiness as sustainability requirements become more embedded in aviation planning.

On IndiGo And Accor’s Loyalty Partnership

IndiGo and Accor’s reciprocal loyalty model reflects the growing convergence of air travel, hospitality and wider customer engagement. For airlines, broader loyalty partnerships can strengthen retention while creating value beyond the flight itself.

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