In addition, the CEO explained that flying over Russia is the most economical route due to prevailing winds, and that the airline is ready to use this route for UK and US flights if the winds continue to blow in this direction.
Air India has been using Russian airspace to operate flights between India and Europe since the 1960s. This route reduces travel time and saves fuel costs. But some airlines, such as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, avoid Russian airspace due to political tensions between Russia and the West.
Source: Ferra
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