Aircraft purchases, funding delays stall Alhind Air takeoff

ALHIND AIR, WHICH received its no-objection certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation in December 2025, may face delays in starting commercial operations as it is facing delays in acquiring aircraft.

- AKBAR MERCHANT

It is also facing delays in closing financing arrangements required to move to the next stage of regulatory approvals.

Sources said the airline has been scouting for aircraft for an extended period, with plans to begin operations with three ATR 72 turboprop aircraft and expand its fleet to seven over time. Alhind has been in discussions to purchase preowned aircraft that are four to five years old, a move aimed at reducing acquisition costs compared to new deliveries.