A technical malfunction forced an Air India flight scheduled to fly from Delhi to San Francisco to return to the stand on Monday. The incident caused the use of a replacement aircraft, which eventually departed with just over 200 passengers on board. Air India According to PTI sources, someone initially pushed back the plane from
Air India’s flight from Delhi to London returned to the national capital on Monday after the crew removed an unruly passenger. The Delhi Police detained Jaskeerat Singh, a 25-year-old man, for his disorderly conduct during the flight. Mr. Singh was traveling to London with his parents and is a resident of Kapurthala, Punjab. Air India
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia announced during an event on Saturday that the Centre’s flagship UDAN scheme will soon initiate a new route connecting Vellore. The scheme, which aims to improve air connectivity in Tier-II and -III cities, has already made 473 new routes operational, according to Scindia. Furthermore, Scindia highlighted the operationalization of
Several incidents of unruly behavior by passengers on flights have prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to direct airlines to take strict action against such fliers. The DGCA has also advised the airlines to ensure that their pilots and cabin crew members are well-versed with the regulations pertaining to such incidents. People have
On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chennai International Airport’s New Integrated Terminal Building (Phase-1), which cost Rs 1,260 crore. This state-of-the-art facility is expected to enhance passenger handling and improve the overall airport experience. Notably, the NITB has been uniquely designed to exhibit the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu. According to the
Visitors to the Chennai International Airport’s New Integrated terminal building, T-2, will witness a harmonious blend of the latest advanced technology and the grandeur of the ancient Tamil culture. The terminal’s inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday marks a significant milestone for the city’s infrastructure. Spread across a vast expanse of 1,36,295 square
Officials announced on Thursday that they will implement key measures to handle the anticipated increase in passengers at the international airport in Srinagar. Among these measures are the installation of additional baggage-checking machines and the introduction of electric vehicles to transport passengers. The officials also plan to set up a police unit and a police
As part of its five-year transformation plan, Air India has implemented more than 29 new policies for its employees and hired over 3,800 staff across various departments, including crew, in the last six months. The loss-making airline, now under the guidance of the Tata Group since January last year, is investing USD 200 million in
Air India has completed the first phase of its five-year transformation plan, Vihaan.AI, which aimed to address the airline’s legacy issues and lay the groundwork for future growth. The Tata Group took over management and control of the airline in January 2022, having purchased it from the Indian government for Rs 18,000 crore. In September
Number 9 Newly released data by Airports Council International (ACI) World has placed Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport in the top 10 busiest airports in the world for 2022. Delhi Airport claimed the 9th spot on the list, while Paris International Airport was placed in the 10th position. Number of passengers The footfall at Delhi
