India’s aviation sector is moving into a new long-haul phase as Air India and IndiGo ramp up fleet expansion and cabin transformation for 2026. Air India is returning refurbished Boeing 787 aircraft to service and adding new widebody jets, while IndiGo prepares to induct Airbus A321XLR aircraft for longer international routes. These developments are expected to improve passenger comfort, strengthen connectivity with Europe, the UAE, and the United States, and support tourism growth.
India Aviation Enters New Long-Haul Era With Air India and IndiGo Expansion
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January 3, 2026
January 3, 2026
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