Policy Void Leaves Indian Bizav Floundering, Says BAOA
The need for government approval for all business aircraft purchases in India is artificially suppressing growth, according to the country's Business Aircraft Operators Association. [Photo: Vladimir Karnozov.]
The need for government approval for all business aircraft purchases in India is artificially suppressing growth, according to the country's Business Aircraft Operators Association. [Photo: Vladimir Karnozov.]

“The government treats business aviation like a rich man's toy,” said an Indian business jet operator speaking to AIN on condition of anonymity. The comment neatly summarizes the context for the continuing obstacles to business aviation growth in a country where largely positive economic conditions should be driving a major uptick in expansion of the industry. But with no clear policy framework, India’s business and general aviation community is being stifled by limited infrastructure, regulatory hurdles and high taxation. The latest trends indicate owners are increasingly shying away from purchasing aircraft.

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