Air India Group's Expansion at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI)

Air India Group has announced an ambitious operational blueprint for the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (IATA code: NMI), set to begin with the airport’s first phase of operations. This move marks a significant milestone in India’s aviation growth strategy.

Initial Phase Highlights
- Air India Express will operate:
- 20 daily departures (40 Air Traffic Movements)
- Serving 15+ Indian cities

Expansion Timeline
- Mid-2026: Scale up to 55 daily departures (110 ATMs), including 5 international flights
- Winter 2026: Further growth to 60 daily departures (120 ATMs)

Strategic Goals
- Strengthen domestic and international connectivity
- Position NMIA as a global transit hub for passengers and cargo
- Support India’s goal to become the third-largest air passenger market by 2030

Leadership Commentary
- Campbell Wilson, CEO of Air India: Emphasized NMIA’s role in connecting India globally and enhancing Mumbai’s status as a dual-airport city.
- Arun Bansal, CEO of Adani Airport Holdings: Highlighted the partnership’s alignment with NMIA’s vision to set global benchmarks in aviation and passenger experience.

This development not only boosts connectivity for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region but also reinforces India’s twin-airport strategy, with NMIA poised to handle up to 90 million passengers annually upon full completion.