The oneworld Alliance, a prominent global airline consortium comprising 15 members including American Airlines and Qantas Airways, is actively exploring the possibility of adding an Indian airline partner. This strategic move comes as India’s aviation market continues to experience rapid expansion. Nat Pieper, the alliance’s CEO, revealed this development during the Wings Club gathering in New York, a forum for aviation executives and analysts. Pieper emphasized the complexity of integrating a new member, noting that the decision must align with the interests of both the alliance as a whole and its individual members. With ten of its current members already operating in India, the alliance is also considering collaborative initiatives such as loyalty programs and shared lounge facilities to enhance their collective presence in the region. The anticipated addition of Hawaiian Airlines in 2026, following its acquisition by Alaska Air in 2024, further underscores the alliance’s commitment to growth and diversification.