Flight Plan.
The eight-year UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) scheme has been completed. This plan brought huge changes to the country’s aviation industry. It is understood that the number of domestic air passengers has doubled in the past decade. In addition, the number of airports in the country has also increased to 157. In 2014, there were 74 airports in the country. According to the central government, the number of airports will increase to around 400 by 2047.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) said that the objective of the ‘UDAN’ scheme is to enhance regional air connectivity. At the same time, it must be very economical so that even people from small towns can travel easily. In addition, air services must be provided in places where flight services are less frequent or not available at all.
Plan Udan transformed air travel
The ministry said the UDAN scheme has revolutionized air travel in these eight years. Because of this, the air travel dream of citizens in second- and third-tier cities is becoming a reality. Not only that, in addition to air travel, the plan also boosted aviation-related business, with regional airlines benefiting greatly. He has developed sustainable business models and made significant contributions to the creation of a regional air travel ecosystem.
Orders for more than 1,000 aircraft
The first flight under the UDAN scheme started operations on April 27, 2017, between Shimla and Delhi. Information shows that Indian Airlines has ordered more than 1,000 aircraft to be delivered in the next 10-15 years. This adds approximately 800 aircraft to the existing fleet. UDAN uses a market-driven model, with airlines assessing route needs and submitting proposals during a tender period.
There are also plans to provide rental rebates
According to the ministry, the government has taken several measures to attract airlines. To promote MRO units, the government plans to abolish royalties and relax lease rents. Airport operators have waived landing and parking charges for Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) flights and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has also not levied Terminal Navigation Landing Charge (TNLC) on these flights. In addition to this, a preferential Route Navigation and Facility Charge (RNFC) has also been implemented.
