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Topic: International Flights

Suspension of flights to UK could be slightly extended, says Aviation Minister

Hardeep Singh Puri had last week suspended all flights between Britain and India from 23 December to 31 December over the mutated variant of the virus.

DGCA extends suspension of scheduled international flights till 31 December

The restrictions will not apply to international all-cargo operations and specifically-approved flights. The suspension of international flights has been in place since 23 March.

Not flying this year? This is what you can do with your frequent flier miles

From pooling the points to planning for 2021 to approaching travel miles as a fluctuating currency to purchase tickets, here are some practices one can follow:

International air travel not expected to resume until mid-2021, Qantas says

Expectations for a prolonged recovery reflect Covid-19 resurgences around the world, killing hopes for controlled flight corridors between some countries that had earlier suppressed the virus.

India in talks with 13 countries to start bilateral air bubble pacts, says Hardeep Singh Puri

India has already established bilateral air bubbles pact, which allows airlines of two countries to operate international flights with certain restrictions, with 7 countries.

Suspension of international flights extended till 31 August, says DGCA

This restriction will not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the DGCA.

Spicejet to operate flights to US as India establishes air bubble pact

It will be the first Indian budget carrier to fly to the US after India suspended international flights. Currently, only Air India is operating flights on India-US routes.

Flights to France, US to begin as India establishes air bubble pacts

A similar arrangement with Germany and UK will soon be permitted, civil aviation minister Hardeep Puri said.

UAE may soon resume flights for Indians with valid work, residency permit

UAE Ambassador Al Banna also said it's India's blanket ban on international flights that is creating problems in flying Indians with valid permits to the gulf country.

International flights suspended till 31 July, some on selected routes may be allowed: DGCA

The aviation regulator modified its previous circular that stated the suspension will be till 15 July. International flights were suspended in India on 23 March.

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