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Air India’s cabin glow-up is fighting the pressure of a brutal money heat

Air India is undergoing a significant fleet overhaul, investing $400 million in refurbishing cabins with new seats, entertainment systems, and branding across its domestic and long-haul aircraft. This transformation aims to reposition the airline as a globally competitive carrier, despite facing substantial financial losses and operational challenges due to geopolitical…

The Economic Times

India sends Boeing 787 fuel switch for US inspection

India's aviation authorities are sending a Boeing 787 fuel control switch to the United States for inspection. This follows a pilot's report of a possible defect. Initial checks found no fault, and the manufacturer deemed the part serviceable. This inspection occurs ahead of the final report on a fatal Air…

The Economic Times

AAIB suggests formal framework for collaboration involving itself, DGCA, defence authorities

A near-miss incident involving an Air India plane and an Indian Navy helicopter at Port Blair airport has prompted a key recommendation. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau suggests a formal collaboration framework between aviation safety regulators and defence authorities. This aims to improve information exchange and prevent future occurrences. The…

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India to monitor Boeing fuel-switch test tied to Air India London incident, documents show

Indian aviation officials plan to visit Boeing’s Seattle facility in June to witness testing of a fuel-control switch module removed from an Air India Boeing 787 after pilots reported a possible defect on a London-Bengaluru flight in February, according to Reuters-reviewed documents.

The Economic Times

AIASL employees' protest at Mumbai airport leads to delay in Air India, AI Express flights

Mumbai airport witnessed significant flight delays on Monday as AIASL ground handling staff staged a protest for better wages. Air India and Air India Express operations were affected. The employees resumed work after management assured them their demands would be considered. AIASL, a major ground handler, serves numerous airlines across…

The Economic Times

Air India's challenges 'largely external', transformation a long game: Singapore Airlines CEO

Air India's transformation is a long journey with no quick fixes, according to Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong. The Indian carrier faces significant external challenges. These include the ongoing Pakistan airspace closure and a depreciating rupee. Air India's losses were substantial in the last fiscal year. The company is…

The Economic Times

Singapore Airlines defends its decision to invest in loss-making Air India: 'We know the market and how difficult it feels'

SIA reported a 57.4% drop in FY2025 net income to $927 million. Profits were partially eroded by losses from the airline's investment in Air India.

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Air India woes dent Singapore Airlines earnings; profit falls 57%

Singapore Airlines Group saw a 57.4% profit drop to SGD 1.184 billion in FY26, largely due to no prior one-off merger gain and Air India's losses. Despite this, SIA remains committed to its Air India investment, viewing it as crucial for its multi-hub strategy in a growing aviation market.

The Economic Times

Air India suspends several international flights: Check which routes are affected

Air India is temporarily suspending and reducing flights on several international routes from June to August 2026 due to airspace restrictions and high jet fuel prices. These adjustments aim to improve network stability, with affected passengers offered alternatives. The airline will still operate over 1,200 international flights monthly.

The Economic Times

Air India dismisses rumours of cancelling all international flights till July

Air India has refuted claims of cancelling all international flights due to fuel shortages. The airline is temporarily reducing some overseas operations. This adjustment follows reports linking route cuts to soaring jet fuel prices and longer flight paths due to airspace issues. These factors are impacting profitability on certain international…

The Economic Times

Has Air India cancelled all international flights until July 2026? Here’s the truth behind the viral claim

Air India Flights: Rumors of Air India suspending all international flights until July 2026 are misleading. The airline has temporarily reduced services on select routes due to rising costs and geopolitical tensions, not a complete cancellation. Flights to major global destinations continue, though some long-haul sectors face reduced frequency.

The Economic Times

Sachin Tendulkar’s Wholesome Air India Moment Wins the Internet

Sometimes the internet surprises everyone with a moment that feels refreshingly simple and wholesome. This time, it involved cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and India’s national carrier Air India.

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Air India Maharaja Club: Earn up to 200,000 bonus points for converting reward points under airline's May 2026 offer

The Bonus Points earned during the Points Fest can significantly enhance members’ ability to redeem rewards across Air India’s expanding domestic and international network. 2,00,000 Maharaja Points can get members, for example, up to 5 one-way Economy Class tickets between Mumbai and London Heathrow or up to 20 round-trips on…

The Economic Times

Air India cuts nearly 100 flights after Iran war sends fuel prices soaring

Airline’s CEO says massive rise in jet fuel prices and airspace closures in India’s neighbourhood ‘have caused many of our international flights to become unprofitable to operate’

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Indian airlines body warns aviation industry ‘on the verge of closing down’ over jet fuel prices

Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet – represented by the Federation of Indian Airlines – issue urgent appeal to government of India

The Independent UK

‘I lost my wife and daughter in the Air India crash. Now I’m being told to leave Britain’

INTERVIEW: Mohammad Shethwala, 28, has applied for leave to remain in Britain on compassionate grounds after the disaster 10 months ago. He tells Namita Singh he wants to stay to honour their memories

Evening Standard

Home Office branded 'cruel' as father who lost entire family in Air India jet crash booted out of UK

Mohammad Shethwala, dependent on his wife for his British visa, had his request for an extension rejected

Evening Standard

Families call on UK regulator to ‘find the truth’ of Air India crash amid 'serious concerns 'about probe

The Air India Flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after take-off on June 12, killing 260 people

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Air India Flight Returns to Mumbai After Mid-Air Engine Issue, ‘PAN PAN’ Alert Declared

An Air India flight operating from Mumbai to Bengaluru made an emergency return shortly after take-off on Thursday after experiencing a mid-air technical issue, prompting pilots to declare a “PAN PAN” alert.

The Independent UK

Runaway catering vehicle slams into plane at one of India’s busiest airports

Catering vehicle strikes engine of stationary aircraft at about 9.30pm at airport in Kolkata

The Independent UK

Air India chief executive resigns after deadly crash and mounting safety concerns

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Air India chief resigns 10 months after devastating Ahmedabad crash and amid mounting financial troubles

Airline continues to reel from impacts of last year’s crash involving a London-bound plane in western India, which killed 260 people

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How to Travel with Pets: New Airline Rules and Tips

Airlines have evolved in 2026 to accommodate pet parents better, with standout updates like Air India's "Paws on Board" now allowing cats and dogs up to 10kg (including carrier) in economy cabins across 80+ routes a big leap from prior 4kg limits and 72 hour notices. Booking is simpler at…

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Why a London-bound flight was diverted to Saudi Arabia

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London-bound Air India flight diverted to Saudi Arabia over ‘technical issue’

Flight from Bengaluru was airborne for over six hours before it was diverted to Jeddah

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