• Airbus projects 9.3% annual growth in India's domestic air traffic through 2045.
• Indian airlines to require 3,480 new passenger aircraft over the next 20 years.
• China's domestic traffic growth forecast has been cut to 4.7%.
• India faces large aircraft requirement with substantial fleet needs.

This forecast may indicate India's growing importance in the global aviation market, with potential implications for aircraft manufacturers and suppliers. The divergence in growth outlook between India and China suggests a shift in regional market dynamics, which could benefit Airbus and other industry players.