(a) whether the prices of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) are significantly higher than
the global average ATF prices;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor;
(c) whether high ATF prices constitute a major portion of the operating coasts of
airlines; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI AJIT SINGH)
(a) and (b):- Yes, Madam. ATF prices in India are higher than the International benchmark.
ATF prices in India and foreign countries (as on 16.3.2012) are as under:
Cities abroad Cost of ATF (in Rs.) Cities in India Cost of ATF (in Rs.)
Sharjah 45574 Kolkata 72866 Bangkok 44168 Chennai 68765 Dubai 44384 Mumbai 65399 Singapore 43208 Delhi 63469