Gulf Crisis Grounds Indian Air Travel: Half of International Flights Impacted
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Gulf Crisis Grounds Indian Air Travel: Half of International Flights Impacted
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Firstpost•12-03-2026, 12:31
Gulf Crisis Grounds Indian Air Travel: Half of International Flights Impacted
•The ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the USA has severely impacted aviation in the Gulf, particularly Doha, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi.
•Nearly 50% of all international seats from India are bound for the six Gulf countries, making Indian air travel highly vulnerable to regional instability.
•Major Gulf carriers like Emirates and Etihad, crucial for Indian passengers, face operational uncertainties, affecting onward travel through their hubs.
•Rising crude oil prices, airspace closures, and costly rerouting due to the conflict are adding significant stress to airlines and passengers.
•While Air India is adding capacity, the uncertain duration of the conflict means a turbulent period for the aviation industry.
