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Air New Zealand has cancelled approximately 1,100 flights through early May 2026, affecting 44,000 passengers, as soaring fuel costs linked to Middle East disruptions force the airline to slash Dunedin, Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington services.

Air Mauritius launches additional flights on the Mauritius-Paris corridor in March 2026, responding to Middle East aviation disruptions. The expansion offers 2,400+ weekly seats and stabilizes African-European connectivity.

Air Japan, ANA Group's ambitious hybrid low-cost carrier, ceased operations on March 28, 2026, concluding a 36-year history of rebrands. The carrier served nearly one million passengers across Tokyo-Bangkok, Seoul, and Singapore routes in just 26 months.

Air India and Air India Express launch expanded India Asia travel schedule with 42 West Asia flights in March 2026. New services to UAE, Jeddah, and Muscat offer more connectivity options for travelers between India and the Middle East.

Air India and Air India Express launch 36 flights to West Asia on March 31, 2026, with 20 dedicated UAE services. Impact on pricing, connectivity, and Indian travelers explained.

India airlines airline Air India transitions 777 pilots to 787 aircraft amid operational challenges from Pakistan and Iran airspace restrictions in March 2026, affecting long-haul European routes.

Air India is rolling out fuel surcharges in three phases from March 12, 2026, affecting domestic and international fares to Europe, North America, Australia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Africa. Here's exactly how much more you'll pay — and how to protect your existing booking.

Air India's New York to Mumbai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia on March 20, 2026, after cockpit crew detected a potential cargo fire warning. All 280 passengers safely landed and continued their journey.

An Air India flight from Delhi to Vancouver returned to its departure airport on March 23, 2026, due to an aircraft deployment error. Passengers faced unexpected delays on this critical India-Vancouver travel route.

Travel India reconnects with Europe as Air India launches new non-stop flights between Delhi and Rome in March 2026, marking the airline's return to the route after a six-year hiatus and reshaping transatlantic travel demand for Indian passengers.

Air India reconnects Delhi and Rome with new non-stop flights starting March 2026, while Air India Express debuts a heritage-themed aircraft celebrating Indian art and culture across its network.

Air India implements stricter fitness standards for cabin crew in 2026, affecting thousands of flight attendants. The new policy tightens BMI requirements and ground eligibility rules across India's largest airline.