Air passenger traffic surpasses pre-COVID levels at Mumbai Int. Airport

• Compared to the June 2019 levels, CSMIA demonstrated a remarkable recovery of 107% in air passenger traffic encompassing both domestic and international sectors
• In June 2023, CSMIA observed a 33% growth in total passenger numbers compared to June 2022(3.1 Mn). Additionally, CSMIA witnessed 39% growth specifically in international passengers.
• Middle East led the region wise traffic share with 36% share, followed by Australasia (22%), Europe (18%) and North America (16%).
• June 10th recorded the highest daily traffic with a total of 148,981 passengers.
• Dubai, London Heathrow, and Abu Dhabi, remain the top international destinations.
• Delhi, Bangalore, and Chennai recorded as the top three preferred domestic destinations.
• Top Airlines serving the highest international passenger numbers were IndiGo, Air India, and Emirates.

Mumbai, 19th July 2023:

Signifying strong growth, Mumbai Int. Airport witnessed a remarkable performance in terms of passenger traffic for the month of June 2023. Fuelled by its excellent connectivity and world-class infrastructure, the airport observed 107% recovery in passenger traffic in June’ 23, as compared to Jun’19. CSMIA continues to strengthen its unrivalled position as a leader of aviation excellence with substantial surge in both domestic and international passenger numbers. This achievement serves as an enduring testament to CSMIA’s capabilities, reinforcing its position as a frontrunner in the aviation landscape of India.

The passenger traffic observed in the month of June further compliments CSMIA’s monumental growth, recording an approx. total of 4.19 million passengers -with arrivals comprising approx. 2.14 million and departures comprising 2.04 million passengers. CSMIA observed a 33% growth in total passenger numbers in June 2023, compared to June 2022. Additionally, with 1.1 Mn international passengers, CSMIA witnessed 39% growth, in comparison to 0.8 Mn same period last year.

CSMIA has also observed a significant rise in Air Traffic Movements (ATMs). June 2023 alone recorded a total of 26,459 ATMs, thereby strengthening its position as a cornerstone of the aviation industry.

Delhi emerged as the topmost domestic travel destination, with 499,916 passengers. This was closely followed by Bangalore and Chennai, augmenting Mumbai Airport’s undisputed status as a premier gateway, providing non-stop and seamless connections to prominent cities across the country.

Considering the international arena, Dubai continued to be ranked as the top destination with 197,206 passengers, encompassing both arrivals and departures. London Heathrow and Abu Dhabi also catered to a high number of passengers ranking amongst the top three. Additionally, in the same period Middle East led the region wise traffic share with 36% share, followed by Australia (22%), Europe (18%) and North America (16%). This data is a testament to the strong surge in travel demand for aviation industry supporting passengers seeking travel opportunities.

On 10th June 2023, CSMIA witnessed significant passenger movement, with the highest daily traffic recorded with 148,981 passengers travelling through the airport. This includes 107,939 domestic passengers while international travellers stood at 41,042.

FOREWORD

Dear Readers,

 

Welcome to the latest edition of Aviation World. This is an incredibly significant issue for us, perfectly timed to align with several prominent aviation events unfolding across the globe.

 

Chief among them is the Farnborough International Airshow, taking place from July 20th to 24th, 2026, in Hampshire, United Kingdom. Ranked as one of the world’s premier events for aviation, aerospace, and defense, this year’s airshow arrives at a crucial moment. Against a backdrop of geopolitical turbulence, Farnborough provides an invaluable platform to engage with global leaders and gain firsthand perspectives on the future of the industry. Inside, you will find our comprehensive curtain-raiser report focusing on the show’s core themes, as well as the highly anticipated static and aerobatic aircraft displays.

 

On our front cover, we are proud to feature Capt. Vaibhav Goutham Suresh, Director of the School of Aviation, Logistics and Tourism Management (SALTM) at Galgotias University. In an exclusive interview, Capt. Suresh highlights how SALTM bridges the gap between academia and the runway, delivering a comprehensive curriculum that ensures graduates are industry-ready from day one. Complementing this, our special feature on SALTM dives deeper into how the institution maintains world-class academic standards and a cutting-edge learning environment.

 

We are also privileged to bring you exclusive insights from a stellar lineup of industry trailblazers in this edition, including:

  • Robin Glover-Faure, Chief Customer Officer of Acron Aviation
  • Karim Makhlouf, CCO of Royal Jordanian Airlines
  • Pallavi Joshi & Vimal Priya, the leadership powerhouse behind AirFleet Managers &Aviatrics Global
  • Wg. Cdr. Prem Kumar Garg (Retd.), CEO of IndiaOne Air

Each shares a detailed perspective on driving innovation, navigating current market dynamics, and establishing progressive frontiers within their respective sectors.

 

Beyond these highlights, this issue is packed with curated features and analytical pieces designed to keep you informed and inspired.

 

Finally, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed advertisers and partners. Your unwavering support empowers us in our ongoing endeavor to make Aviation World a truly world-class publication with global reach and recognition.

 

Happy Reading!

 

The Editorial Team

 

Aviation World

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