Air India plans to convert passenger aircraft into freighters for revenue growth

The move is part of the airline's efforts to increase revenue.

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Edited by Sandeep Gupta, Editor · SafarSamachar Desk✔ Fact-checked by Sandeep Gupta12 Nov 2026, 12:38 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Air India plans to convert passenger aircraft into freighters
2Singapore Airlines holds a 25.1% stake in Air India

Air India is planning to convert passenger aircraft into freighters as a way to generate additional income.

The airline has not specified which aircraft will be converted or when the process will begin. Singapore Airlines, which owns a 25.1% stake in Air India, has been under pressure from its investors over its involvement with the airline.

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