Some of the world's leading airlines are investing to build a flight network to better connect India to the rest of the world. IndiGo, Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic this week announced a partnership that aims to link the domestic and international travel markets within and outside of India.

The deadly crash of an Air India flight carrying more than 240 people on Thursday arrives after years of efforts to turn around the country’s flag carrier — which had been plagued by tragedy and financial losses under prior state ownership.

Air India announced a $400 million fleet upgradation programme, which lists a total of 198 aircraft as part of its fleet.

India saw one of the most tragic air disasters in recent aviation history; the Ahmedabad plane crash has left the entire nation in mourning. The heartbreaking incident, which resulted in the loss of over 280 lives,

Air India's growth fuels India's aviation investment boom. Record aircraft orders, rapid expansion, and increased global influence are transforming the sector.