New aviation rules explained: Can the government now control expensive flight tickets?

India will replace its 89-year-old Aircraft Rules, 1937, with the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, from January 1, 2027. The new framework addresses airfare transparency, refund disclosures, government intervention during extraordinary situations and aviation safety requirements. Here's what changes for airlines and passengers.

India is preparing for a major change in its aviation regulations after nearly nine decades. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has notified the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, which will replace the Aircraft Rules, 1937, from January 1, 2027. The new framework covers everything from aircraft safety and pilot licensing to airport operations and airline ticket pricing. One of the biggest changes for passengers concerns how airlines disclose fares, cancellation charges and refund conditions.

The notification comes at a time when India’s aviation sector is expanding and passengers frequently complain about expensive tickets, unexpected charges and refund delays. The new rules give the government greater scope to intervene in airline pricing during extraordinary situations. They also bring existing aviation requirements under a consolidated framework. So, what exactly changes when the new rules come into force?

Flight ticket prices: What changes for passengers?

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