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Aviation sector under increasing stress

Unlike the cost of automotive fuel, aviation fuel costs in India have been rising since the start of the Iran war, particularly for international flights. With airlines' margins under pressure - and outright shortages of jet fuel also becoming a bigger risk - the likelihood of flight cancellations is increasing. This would have knock on effects via disruptions to tourism, business travel and cargo.

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