Airlines Adjust Routes Amid West Asia Tensions; Refunds & Rebooking For Affected Flyers
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Mar 16, 2026, 16:45 IST | Updated: Mar 16, 2026, 16:45 IST
India’s aviation regulator DGCA has temporarily relaxed flight duty time limitations for Air India pilots and crew as airlines adjust routes due to escalating West Asia tensions. The move aims to maintain long-haul connectivity, manage extended flight paths, and minimize disruptions caused by airspace restrictions across the Middle East region.
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