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Government notifies new aircraft rules; to be effective from January 2027

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New aviation rules set to take effect in January 2027 require airlines to disclose a detailed break‑up of airfares, cancellation fees and refund policies at the time of ticket booking. The government’s notification mandates that passengers receive upfront information on all charges associated with their flights, aiming to increase transparency in ticket pricing. The impact of these rules on ticket prices has not been detailed in the available reports.

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    New aviation rules from January 1, 2027, mandate upfront disclosure of airfares, cancellation fees and refunds. Read how they affect passengers.

    — Mathrubhumi English

  • center · 3 outlets

    The government has notified the new aircraft rules wherein airlines, at the time of booking tickets, are required to provide a detailed break-up of various charges, including cancellation fee, to the passengers. Under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, notified on October 31, the civil aviation…

    — The Tribune

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The government has notified the new aircraft rules wherein airlines, at the time of booking tickets, are required to provide a detailed break-up of various charges, including cancellation fee, to the passengers. Under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, notified on October 31, the civil aviation…

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Government notifies new aircraft rules; to be effective from January 2027

The government has notified the new aircraft rules wherein airlines, at the time of booking tickets, are required to provide a detailed break-up of various charges, including cancellation fee, to the passengers. Under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, notified on October 31, the civil aviation…

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