Kapil Kaul

He said India is expected to cater to 160 million domestic aviation passengers and around 75 million international aviation passengers in FY24.

Indian airlines unlikely to face big hit from tariff on jet fuel imports, data shows

Government data reviewed by Reuters showed India's annual jet fuel consumption in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2018 was 7.6 million tonnes, while imports in that period were just 291,000 tonnes.

Government keeps four units out of Air India divestment

The four units, which include Alliance Air, ground handling and MRO subsidiaries, are expected to be hived off and possibly sold by December

Delhi slashes jet fuel tax to 1% for regional connectivity

Analysts believe an overall 10-15 percent cuts in costs is likely for all take-offs from Delhi. This may be followed by similar news in Mumbai and Chennai.

Etihad stake hike may add $300-400mn to Jet kitty by Mar'16:CAPA

Kapil Kaul of Centre for Asia-Pacific Aviation (CAPA) rules out the chances of this investment triggering an open offer as the investment may not be through direct equity but some form of quasi-debt that can be converted into equity later.

IndiGo growth story robust despite tepid Q2 numbers: CAPA's Kaul

Kaul says the quarterly performance was hit by a couple of one-off factors, but there is no threat to Indigo's profitability as long as crude prices stay low.

Draft aviation policy intent right; execution key: Experts

As long as the thrust is primarily in terms of ensuring that the critical elements of the policy structures are implemented both in terms of fiscal regime, infrastructure and structural issues like DGCA, in the long-term it will be good for everyone, says Kapil Kaul of CAPA

'IndiGo promoters have to be consistent on dividend policy'

Speaking to CNBC-TV18, Deven Choksey of KR Choksey and Kapil Kaul of Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) feel there is nothing wrong with it considering that IndiGo has paid out similar dividends in the past

Valuation gap between Indigo and Spicejet to narrow: CAPA

Kaul says Indigo's initial public offer will be crucial for the aviation sector, and it could even encourage GoAir to come out with a public offer. Kaul expects Spicejet to raise capital after the Indigo IPO.

Jet, Air India to gain more from lower crude prices: CAPA

Kapil Kaul of CAPA expects Jet Airways to turn profitable in the next 12-18 months.

IndiGo IPO may lead to rerating of aviation sector: CAPA

According to Kapil Kaul, South Asia chief executive of aviation consultancy CAPA, if the IPO is successful, it will be easier for companies such as SpiceJet to raise funds. He sees one or two more airlines opting for an IPO in the next 12-18 months.

Why abolishing 5/20 may not really benefit new airlines

As per the proposal by the aviation ministry, new airlines will be barred from flying to Gulf, Southeast Asia. For flying to these destinations, new airlines will need 600 DFCs (Digital Flying Credits).

SpiceJet to submit investment plan to Sebi today: Sources

The sources said ex-promoter Ajay Singh along with private equity funds may pump up to USD 250 million in the carrier

SpiceJet needs at least $450 mn for turnaround, says CAPA

Kaul says SpiceJet will need at least USD 250 million immediately

Govt pushing banks to rescue SpiceJet good move: Kapil Kaul

In an interview to CNBC-TV18, Kapil Kaul, south Asia chief executive of aviation consultancy CAPA said he is happy that the government is pushing banks to rescue Spicejet, as it was a bad decision to stop advance bookings.

Marans capable of funding SpiceJet deficiencies: Ajay Singh

SpiceJet former director Ajay Singh says the aviation company must focus on profitable routes, get back to the low-cost model and work hard to bring costs down.

SpiceJet to sell part/complete stake to investor: Sources

As per the talks with investors, SpiceJet is valued at Rs 1500 crore. Sun Group holds 53.4 percent stake in SpiceJet. It is not yet clear whether SpiceJet promoter and media baron Kalanithi Maran is mulling to exit completely from the low-cost airline.

Load factor falls responsible for air price wars: CAPA

Kapil Kaul, chief executive officer- South Asia, CAPA says the Indian aviation space is uncertain due to policy regulatory framework.

Pact unlikely to make any huge revenue impact: CAPA's Kaul

SpiceJet-Tigerair agreement is primarily a commercial one. It lacks potential of investment. There are fundamental issues with respect to investments in SpiceJet, so they need to do a lot more before an investor comes forward, says Kapil Kaul.

Don't see SC order impacting Jet-Etihad deal: CAPA

The SC has said that it has not stayed the deal itself but sought replies in four weeks. It hs send notices to aviation ministry, Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB), commerce ministry, Jet Airways and Etihad .

CCI nod formality; Jet-Etihad deal may progress: CAPA

According to Kapil Kaul of CAPA, the Jet-Etihad deal is unlikely to face anymore hurdles in its operations and the approval by the CCI is just a formality, the deal can progress and get operational.

What experts feel about Cabinet clearing Jet-Etihad deal

The deal has already been cleared by SEBI and FIPB. Once the deal is clinched after CCEA approval, Jet promoter Naresh Goyal would hold 51 percent stake and Etihad 24, with 25 percent remaining with the public.

Tata set to fly again, may face regulatory hurdle though

The Tata‘s will hold 51 percent and Singapore Airlines will get 49 percent. But the deal may face regulatory turbulence as Tata's also hold 30 percent in a joint venture (JV) with Air Asia India reports CNBC-TV18‘s Ronojoy Banerjee and Animesh Das.

Tata-Singapore deal positive; regulator issues remain: Pros

Experts lauded the deal between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines for a new full-time carrier. However, they are also wary about the regulatory concerns which may be a hurdle for it.

India-UAE Aviation Bilateral pact to benefit Eithad: CAPA

The Cabinet approved the India-UAE Aviation Bilateral Pact. The bilateral pact would primarily help Etihad since they would get access to one of the largest and fastest growing aviation markets in the world, says Kapil Kaul, CEO - India & ME, CAPA.