Aviation sector largely untapped despite growth, needs investment: Economic Survey

The Economic Survey 2023-24 emphasizes airline efficiency, sustainability, and airport expansion as passenger numbers rose by 15% to 376 million in FY24. Bankruptcy cases persist. Plans include doubling the number of airports to 300 and improving long-haul connectivity. A national policy will address security, immigration, and international flying rights to establish airports like Delhi as global transit hubs.