Indian Airlines Continue Opposition to Government's 60% Free Seat Selection Rule
Major Indian airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, continue to oppose the government's mandate requiring 60% of flight seats to be offered free for selection, with the Federation of Indian Airlines urging the Civil Aviation Ministry to withdraw the decision.
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Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have opposed the government’s directive mandating 60% of seats on flights to be offered free for selection.
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Airlines like IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet are opposing the government's mandate for free seat selection, warning it could inflate airfares. The Federation of Indian Airlines argues this move will force carriers to recoup lost revenue, ultimately burdening all passengers. They emphasize that ancillary revenues are crucial for offsetting rising operational costs in a competitive market.
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