Higher Cost of ATF in India compared to other countries

Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) currently comprises around 50% of the cost of carriers. “Cost of ATF in India is highest in the world. It is 35% of a carrier’s operating cost, but because of taxation it becomes 50% more expensive than most other countries,” said Mukund Rajan, director of board at Tata SIA Airlines, which operates Vistara.