Airbus punts direct Joburg-Mumbai flights (opens original article in a new tab)

Airbus highlights the lack of direct flights between Johannesburg and Mumbai as a significant market gap, citing operational challenges and the impact of South African Airways' reduced service.

• Airbus study identifies Johannesburg-Mumbai as second most underserved route due to SAA's withdrawal
• Operational challenges include 'hot and high' takeoff conditions and 7,000km distance requiring efficient widebody aircraft
• Brics alliance and trade growth between South Africa and India drive potential for new routes