Scheduled international flights have been suspended in India since March 23 due to COVID-19
New Delhi:
The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights was extended until November 30 amid the coronavirus pandemic, the General Directorate of Civil Aviation reported today.
“However, scheduled international flights may be allowed on routes selected by the competent authority on a case-by-case basis,” India’s aviation regulator said in a circular.
Scheduled international passenger services have been suspended in India since March 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic. But special international flights have been operating under the Vande Bharat Mission since May and under bilateral “air bubble” agreements with selected countries since July.
India has formed air bubble pacts with around 18 countries, including the US, UK, UAE, Kenya, Bhutan, and France. Under an air bubble pact between two countries, their airlines can operate special international flights between their territories.
The circular of the General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) also mentioned that the suspension does not affect the operation of operations and international flights exclusively for cargo specifically approved by it.
Scheduled domestic passenger flights resumed in India on May 25 after a two-month gap amid the pandemic situation.
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