The Latest Breaking News from Air India

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 · May 20

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…

The Economic Times · May 19

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 · May 19

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 · May 13

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 · May 13

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 · May 12

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.

Whats Hot · May 8

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 · May 6

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’

The Independent UK · May 2

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 · Apr 29