National Aviation Market Profile
India Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for India. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 576 Airframes Active in Service: 576 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 10 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
India Fleet Intelligence Summary
- India operates 576 observed commercial aircraft across 10 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 576 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 3 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in India
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo Airlines | 6E / IGO | 191 | 191 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Air India Limited | AI / AIC | 122 | 122 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Jet Airways | 9W / JAI | 100 | 100 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Spicejet | SG / SEJ | 61 | 61 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Go Air | G8 / GOW | 37 | 37 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Air Vistara | UK / VTI | 26 | 26 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Air India Express | IX / AXB | 22 | 22 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| 12 North | 12 / N12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
| Air Pegasus | OP / PPL | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
| Air Sahara | S2 / RSH | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of India
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Air Force | -- / IFC | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Blue Dart Aviation | BZ / BDA | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Alliance Air | 9I / LLR | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About India Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in India?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 576 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in India, with 576 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in India?
The largest commercial operators in India include IndiGo Airlines (191 aircraft), Air India Limited (122 aircraft), Jet Airways (100 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in India?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in India is 11.2 years.