https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=73699 Airlines have sought inclusion of aviation turbine fuel under the GST regime to reduce operating costs and ease financial pressure on Indian carriers. The request points to the present tax structure under which States levy excise duty and VAT on ATF, making fuel a major component of airline operating expenses. The industry body urges that ATF be brought under GST at 5 per cent with full Input Tax Credit, and asks the civil aviation ministry to support engagement with the relevant ministries and stakeholders. en-us Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:16:04 +0530 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:16:04 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=73699 Airlines have sought inclusion of aviation turbine fuel under the GST regime to reduce operating costs and ease financial pressure on Indian carriers. The request points to the present tax structure under which States levy excise duty and VAT on ATF, making fuel a major component of airline operating expenses. The industry body urges that ATF be brought under GST at 5 per cent with full Input Tax Credit, and asks the civil aviation ministry to support engagement with the relevant ministries and stakeholders. News - Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:16:04 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=73699