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Air India Express flight from Kolkata to Hindon airport delayed due to technical snag in aircraft
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26d ago
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An Air India Express flight from Kolkata to Hindon airport, Ghaziabad, faced a delay due to a technical snag on the assigned aircraft. The airline offered passengers complimentary reschedules or cancellations with a full refund. Affected passengers were kept informed and provided alternatives to minimize travel disruption. The spokesperson expressed regret for the inconvenience caused, ensuring that all impacted travelers were accommodated appropriately.
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Air India plane crash: IndiGo flight returns to Kolkata after take-off due to closure of Ahmedabad airport
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29d ago
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A private airline's flight from Kolkata to Ahmedabad returned to the NSCBI Airport due to the closure of Ahmedabad Airport following an Air India aircraft crash. IndiGo flight 6E-318, which departed from Kolkata at 1.49 pm, returned around 2.52 pm with 179 passengers on board. The Air India aircraft, a London-bound Boeing 787-8, carrying 242 passengers, crashed shortly after take-off, instigating several casualties. Ahmedabad airport's closure prompted the flight diversion.
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Air India flight to Chennai returns to Mumbai mid-air after burning smell in cabin
Economic Times
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13d ago
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An Air India flight from Mumbai to Chennai returned to Mumbai shortly after takeoff due to a burning smell in the cabin. The incident occurred on June 27, 2025, and the airline switched to another aircraft for passenger safety. On the same day, another Air India flight faced a security alert but was cleared after checks. Additionally, an Air India Express flight returned to Delhi due to a technical issue, with an alternative aircraft arranged.
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Air India cancels Mumbai to Ahmedabad flight operated by Airbus
Economic Times
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25d ago
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Air India flight AI2493 from Mumbai to Ahmedabad was canceled due to an operational issue that led to breaching the crew's Flight Duty Time Limitations. Additionally, another Air India Express flight had to return to Delhi after suspected technical issues. These incidents add to several recent disruptions and technical glitches faced by Air India, raising concerns over recurring operational challenges within the airline.
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Air India’s Tokyo-Delhi flight diverted to Kolkata due to cabin heat issue amid ongoing operational woes
Economic Times
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12d ago
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An Air India flight from Tokyo to Delhi was diverted to Kolkata due to unusual cabin temperatures, continuing a series of incidents affecting the airline. The diversion was a precaution, and the aircraft landed safely. Passengers were assisted in Kolkata with refreshments and alternative flights. This incident follows a string of issues, including a fatal crash in Ahmedabad, prompting heightened scrutiny of Air India's operations. The airline has expressed regret for the inconvenience.
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Air India Express starts six new daily flights; check details here | Mint
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11m ago
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Air India Express has added six new daily flights to its domestic network, including routes from Kolkata, Chennai, and Guwahati. The newly introduced flights include destinations such as Varanasi, Guwahati, and Jaipur. These routes are either new or have been expanded to meet the increasing demand. For instance, the Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram route now has a total of nine flights per week from the previous two, due to rising demand. The Guwahati-Jaipur flight is exclusively served by Air India Express.
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Ahmedabad Air India plane crash: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has a history of technical issues
Economic Times
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29d ago
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An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad to London, carrying 242 people. The aircraft issued a MAYDAY call but failed to respond further, crashing near the airport with visible smoke. The plane had a history of technical problems, with similar models previously diverting due to hydraulic and flap issues. Investigations are underway, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Air India, and Boeing to identify the cause.
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Air India crash: Railways to run special Vande Bharat trains to evacuate stranded passengers in Ahmedabad
Economic Times
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29d ago
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In response to the crash of Air India Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad's airport, Indian Railways will deploy Special Vande Bharat trains for evacuating stranded passengers and their families. The aircraft, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner bound for London, experienced a mayday shortly after takeoff and crashed near Meghaninagar, leading to significant smoke and fire due to full fuel tanks. Rescue operations are ongoing, with top officials visiting the site for relief efforts.
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Cyclone Fengal: Chennai airport suspends operations; airlines cancel flights
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7m ago
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Flights at Chennai airport were halted due to the impact of cyclone Fengal, causing flight cancellations and inconvenience for passengers. The airport was flooded in some areas due to heavy rains. The Airports Authority of India announced the suspension of operations during specific hours due to safety concerns. Airlines like IndiGo and Air India reported flight cancellations and diversions, while SpiceJet warned of potential disruptions. Chennai experienced gusty winds and heavy rainfall, causing disruptions to normal activities.
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Air India's Birmingham-Delhi diverted to Riyadh after receiving bomb threat
Economic Times
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19d ago
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An Air India flight from Birmingham to Delhi was diverted to Riyadh due to a bomb threat. The aircraft landed safely in Riyadh, and security checks were completed. Air India arranged alternative flights for passengers. This incident follows a similar one in June involving an emergency landing in Thailand. Air India is conducting enhanced safety checks and temporarily reducing services for operational stability after a previous aircraft crash in Ahmedabad.
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Will take bull-cart but not your airline: Startup VP to Air India
Inshorts
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1y ago
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Aditya Kondawar, VP of Complete Circle, criticised Air India Express for poor service on a flight from Bengaluru to Pune on X (formerly Twitter). The flight departed nearly two hours late and had dirty seats he wrote. Kondawar added he would never fly with Air India again. Air India Express replied to the post with an apology.
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