In its statement, Air India said that without the surcharge revision, some of its flights risked becoming commercially unviable and could face cancellations. "Absent such fuel surcharges, it is likely that some flights would be unable to cover operating costs and would have to be cancelled." Air India further said that it regretted the move, but added that it was unavoidable due to factors beyond the airline's control. In its statement, Air India said that without the surcharge revision, some of its flights risked becoming commercially unviable and could face cancellations. Air India Express, the carrier's low-cost arm, will not apply any fuel surcharge on its flights for the time being, providing some relief to flyers.
