Finshots Daily A real estate boom fuelled by a bus network in the sky?
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Jul 18, 2025 Explore the exciting prospects of regional air travel and its potential to reshape local economies. Discover how enhancing air connectivity might boost real estate growth and elevate land values. Delve into government initiatives aimed at reviving unused airstrips and the challenges regional airlines face. Unpack how these developments could lead to significant urban transformation and improved logistics. A fascinating glimpse into a future where a bus network in the sky could redefine travel and real estate!
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Unused Regional Airports Potential
- India's 450+ airstrips mostly lie unused, with only about 157 operational today.
- Reviving these regional strips can transform forgotten towns into new economic hubs.
Challenges of Subsidized Regional Flights
- The Udaan scheme subsidized regional air routes and capped fares to boost flying among common citizens.
- Despite initial successes, many routes failed once subsidies ended due to poor economics.
Latt Aerospace's Sky Bus Network
- Latt Aerospace, backed by Deepender Goyal, aims to build a high-frequency "bus network in the sky" with small planes for regional travel.
- This model targets affordability and convenience unlike traditional airlines, addressing why regional air travel is expensive and infrequent.