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Major airlines including IndiGo, Air India, and United Airlines are responding to a surge in fuel costs by implementing ticket price hikes and adding fuel surcharges to maintain profitability.
Campbell Wilson has resigned from his position as the CEO of Air India, stepping down before the completion of his five-year term.
Air India's CEO, Wilson, has reportedly resigned from his position, a decision made amidst the airline's financial losses and increasing regulatory scrutiny.
Air India and Air India Express are planning 30 flights to West Asia on April 6, outlining specific routes amidst concerns over potential conflict in the region.
Air India and Air India Express are scheduled to operate a total of 42 flights to West Asia on April 4, enhancing connectivity in the region.
International airlines have extended flight suspensions across the Middle East, with travel advisories detailing ongoing delays and cancellations at major airports, while some carriers like Air India and Etihad Airways are ramping up operations to manage the situation.
A Delhi-bound Air India Express flight, IX1523, carrying 148 passengers, made an emergency landing in Lucknow after the pilot issued a 'Mayday' call due to a smoke alarm.
Air India, Air India Express to operate 20 GCC flights on March 30 Gulf News
An audit conducted over the last year in India found that 50% of aircraft inspected, including those from Air India and Air India Express, showed repeated technical defects.
India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has instructed Air India to implement corrective measures after the airline mistakenly dispatched the wrong aircraft for a flight to Vancouver, leading to action against an airline official.
A new podcast, 'Canada Did What?', explores how the country allegedly ignored the 1985 Air India bombing, a horrific act of mass murder, and then pretended it never happened.
IndiGo has announced the appointment of Aloke Singh, former Managing Director of Air India Express, as its new chief strategy officer. Singh will report directly to the managing director until a new CEO is appointed, expressing his intent to enhance strategy and expand global markets.
Air India is implementing a strict health and fitness policy for crew members, with Body Mass Index (BMI) being a key factor, and is reportedly considering removing crew with high BMI from flights and potentially cutting their pay for non-compliance.
Air India has implemented stricter fitness standards for its cabin crew, with non-compliance potentially resulting in de-rostering, grounding, and loss of pay for affected personnel.
Major Indian airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, continue to oppose the government's mandate requiring 60% of flight seats to be offered free for selection, with the Federation of Indian Airlines urging the Civil Aviation Ministry to withdraw the decision.
A New York-Mumbai Air India flight was diverted to Medina, Saudi Arabia, after a cockpit indication of an aft cargo fire, which was later determined to be false.
Air India and Air India Express have scheduled additional flights, including on March 19, to ramp up operations between the UAE/GCC and India, accommodating increased travel demand.
Air India and Air India Express are scheduled to operate 48 flights to and from West Asia on Thursday, March 19, including the resumption of services to Dubai.
European markets are showing mixed performance as persistent tensions in the Middle East continue to influence investor sentiment.
An Air India flight from New York to Delhi was safely diverted to Shannon Airport in Ireland after passengers reported floorboard vibrations and noise from the belly section, with all passengers and crew reported safe.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has rejected India's statement criticizing its cross-border actions in Afghanistan, labeling it as 'absurd, unwarranted' and 'shamefully hypocritical'. A spokesperson stated that India has long supported terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory.
Dubai's main airport has suspended flights following an attack on a fuel tank, causing disruptions to air travel in the region.
Air India and Air India Express to operate 48 flights between India and GCC on March 16 Gulf News
In Abu Dhabi, all five Air India Express flights have been cancelled for the day.
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) has warned of potential catastrophic closures for restaurants due to the West Asia crisis impacting LPG supply, with the Delhi government now assuring normal LPG supply and no shortage amid these concerns.
As global oil prices see volatility due to the ongoing Iran war, airlines in Asia and Europe are raising ticket prices and implementing fuel surcharges.
Airport authorities issued a Notice to Air Mission (NOTAM) after the landing, closing the runway for several hours while emergency teams responded and the aircraft was cleared.
Zrakoplov aviokompanije Air India Express, koji je u srijedu letio iz Hyderabada, imao je velikih problema tijekom “tvrdog slijetanja” u ¨Phuketu u Tajlandu.
Footage from near the runway shows the aircraft during its landing roll, appearing to veer slightly as it struggles to maintain a straight line.
An Air India flight to Thailand experienced a nose wheel issue, leading to a hard landing at Phuket airport, with video footage of the incident emerging.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP -HPG) ordered its patrol officers to save on fuel amid looming price hikes triggered by escalating tensions in the…
Union Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu informed the Rajya Sabha that the investigation into the fatal Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad is advancing at a very good pace, with a report expected soon.
The Civil Aviation Minister stated that the probe report for the Ahmedabad Air India crash will be released 'very soon,' while also addressing efforts to bring back Indians stranded due to the West Asia conflict.
Flights between the UAE and India have resumed, with Air India operating 32 special flights to bring stranded passengers home.
Air India operates extra flights from UAE and Gulf nations to bring passengers home Gulf News
Air India has refuted a viral claim circulating online that its flights were operating over restricted Middle East airspace.
Air India offers free rescheduling and refunds amid Middle East tensions Gulf News
Air India Express announced that its air services to Muscat will remain operational; Air India says it will deploy additional flights to Toronto, Frankfurt and Paris to cater to the high demand
Evacuation flights are set to rescue tens of thousands of travellers stranded in the Middle East even as some airlines resumed on Tuesday a limited number of scheduled flights. The post Evacuation…
Many passengers described chaotic scenes at airports, repeated announcements and confusion over rescheduled departures.
Air India Express will resume flights to and from Muscat on Tuesday, March 3, after a temporary halt due to the Middle East conflict.
Air India Express resumes flights from Muscat to key Indian cities amid regional tensions Gulf News
Air India, the only Indian carrier operating to the US, said all its flights to North America will operate as per schedule starting Monday.
Two major shipping groups suspended navigation through the Gulf as conflict flared between the United States, Israel and Iran, piling onto a growing maritime slowdown in the region.
More international carriers have cancelled or suspended flights across parts of the Middle East following widening airspace closures triggered by coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran, deepening…
In response to the strikes carried out against Iran, Air France decided to cancel its flights scheduled for February 28 to Tel Aviv and Beirut.
Israel closed its airspace to civilian flights Saturday after announcing it had carried out "preventive strikes" on Iran and sounding sirens in Jerusalem. The post Israel closes airspace to civilian flights amid strikes at Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.
Videos from the airport showed the fliers - many of whom were travelling from Karnataka on a planned 10-day Nepal tour - gathering near the immigration area at Terminal 2 and raising slogans against the airline.
An Air India Express flight from Indore to Pune had a jarring touchdown, leading the pilot to abort the landing and circle back for a safe landing 25 minutes later. Passengers reported a rough and unsettling experience.
AIR INDIA-SCRUTINY/ (EXCLUSIVE, PIX, GRAPHIC):EXCLUSIVE-Air India technical incidents like fuel leaks hit 14-month high
Blizzard warnings stretched from Maryland to Maine as a fierce winter storm threatened a large swath of the northeastern U.S.
Etihad cancels, delays US flights amid severe snowstorm Gulf News
Air India cancels New York, Newark flights amid severe US winter storm Gulf News
An Air India flight bound for Bengaluru safely returned to Mumbai after experiencing an engine stall during its journey.
Air India group has revised its fuel surcharge for domestic and international flights due to rising oil prices and Middle East tensions.
Israeli airstrikes continue to target Lebanon, killing civilians and leading to Indonesia laying to rest peacekeepers killed in the conflict, while renewed strikes have also forced a Syria border crossing to close.
Grieving families of the 260 victims of an Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad have appealed to Prime Minister Modi to release the black box data, seeking answers about the cause of the tragedy ten months later.
Air India is cracking down on its cabin crew's weight, fitness, and health, with reports indicating that staff classified as obese via BMI could face unpaid leave and be removed from flight rosters under a new policy.
Air India is implementing strict new rules, threatening cabin crew members with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher with salary cuts and potential termination, a policy deemed unthinkable by Swiss airlines.
A controversial new policy is set to take flight at Air India. The airline is introducing new regulations that could subject cabin crew members to leave without pay based on their Body Mass Index...
Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo have issued updates regarding their flight schedules between the UAE and India for March 29.
Air India and Air India Express have announced plans to operate a total of 22 flights to Gulf destinations on March 27.
An Air India Airbus A350 flight bound for London was forced to divert and return to Delhi after seven hours in the air due to recurring issues with excessive noise and turbulence in its belly hold, marking the second such incident in ten days and prompting an investigation.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court requesting an order to ground Air India's Boeing fleet for a minimum of two weeks to allow for a comprehensive safety inspection.
Air India and Air India Express announced plans to operate a total of 24 flights connecting India and the GCC region on March 24.
Dubai airports continue to experience delays and schedule changes, prompting Air India and IndiGo to issue travel advisories and operate limited flights, as authorities battle to keep airspace open and manage the impact on travel.
The CEO of Air India has warned that surging fuel costs, exacerbated by the conflict in the Gulf region, will impact travel demand and may lead to flight reductions.
A forecast of rain, thunder, and strong gusty winds for Delhi has led to disruptions in flight operations, prompting airlines like IndiGo and Air India to issue travel advisories for the national capital.
US gasoline prices soar past $3.75 a gallon as Middle East war rages on The Daily Star
A medical college hostel in Ahmedabad, damaged in an Air India crash, is slated for reconstruction with work expected to commence within three months.
SAS has canceled over 100 domestic flights this week, citing the ongoing situation in the Middle East as the reason for the disruptions.
US markets are solidly higher as oil trades around $100, with Iran attacking more Gulf targets. Traders are increasingly nervous about warnings of oil prices potentially soaring to $200 per barrel as the Iran conflict continues, with many betting on WTI reaching $100+ by Friday.
These airlines suspended or delayed Monday flights after Dubai airport drone incident Khaleej Times
Air India and Air India Express announced they will operate 48 scheduled flights connecting various Indian cities with destinations in West Asia, including Jeddah and Muscat, starting today.
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, weekend, summoned the largest airline in the country, Air Peace, over what it described as unexplained disruptions. The post NCAA summons Air Peace over stranded passengers, flight disruptions appeared first on Vanguard News.
Air India and Air India Express are planning to operate 72 flights to the Middle East on March 15, indicating continued air travel despite regional tensions.
IndiGo, Air India seek government support during Iran crisis, sources say Reuters
The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.
Air India has sought DGCA approval to relax pilot duty norms after West Asia airspace closures forced longer routes and fuel stops on North America flights
A routine flight from Hyderabad to Phuket took a shocking turn when an Air India Express Boeing 737 MAX lost its nose wheels after a hard landing.
![Ταϊλάνδη: Έκλεισε προσωρινά το αεροδρόμιο στο Πουκέτ μετά από ανώμαλη προσγείωση αεροσκάφους της Air India [βίντεο]](https://wsrv.nl/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iefimerida.gr%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fstyles%2Fbig_article_image%2Fpublic%2F2026-03%2Fthailandi-aeroskafos-anomali-prosgeiossi.jpg%3Fitok%3D8IL6lrbU&w=828&q=75&output=webp&default=1)
Ο διάδρομος του διεθνούς αεροδρομίου στο Πουκέτ της Ταϊλάνδης έκλεισε προσωρινά μετά από ανώμαλη προσγείωση αεροσκάφους της Air India Express.
Cirium data shows Air India and IndiGo did not operate 64% of 1,230 flights to ME, Europe, N. America in last 10 days
US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
Air India has launched an investigation after a video surfaced showing a former cabin crew member inside the cockpit during a flight.
Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu told the Rajya Sabha that the investigation into the fatal Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad is progressing at a “very good pace”.
Govt says Air India plane crash probe report will be out \"very soon\"
A Bengaluru man successfully sued Air India and was awarded Rs 17,000 after his checked luggage was damaged, despite the airline initially refusing to register his complaint.
Air India is allowing passengers to rebook flights from any UAE airport to India without additional charges, likely in response to regional travel disruptions.
Boeing Global chief Dr Brendan Nelson dismissed ongoing speculation regarding the Air India 171 crash in Ahmedabad last June, which killed 261 people, calling the theories 'wild speculation, inconsistent with facts'.
Air India confirmed that one of its flights was rerouted via Saudi Arabia to comply with airspace restrictions, addressing viral claims about its flight path over Iranian airspace.
Air India offers free rescheduling and refunds amid Middle East tensions Gulf News
Indian carriers, including IndiGo and Air India, are planning to operate 58 flights to West Asia on March 4th, as announced by the Civil Aviation Ministry, indicating continued air travel despite regional tensions.
On Tuesday morning, Air India brought back 149 stranded passengers from Dubai on flight AI916D, which was the flight operated by an Indian carrier for the homecoming of passengers.
In a significant development amid the ongoing Middle East situation, Air India on Tuesday welcomed passengers and crew arriving from Dubai onboard Flight at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New…
Air passengers, cruise passengers and professionals are stranded in various countries in the Middle East. How long they will have to wait is unclear.
Air India Express CEO Aloke Singh is set to resign as part of a planned management reshuffle within the airline.
Amid escalating security tensions in parts of the Middle East, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific have announced flight diversions, cancellations and flexible rebooking options to prioritize the…
Air India has cancelled 28 international flights to Europe, the US, and Canada on March 1st due to the escalating Middle East situation. The airline cited safety concerns for passengers and staff following coordinated strikes in the region. Affected travelers are being notified and offered alternative arrangements to minimize disruption.
The closure of Middle East airspace due to US-Israel strikes on Iran led to nearly 180 flight cancellations, including 72 from IndiGo and 31 from Air India.
Another Air India flight from Chicago to Delhi was also observed taking a wider detour to avoid the region
Passengers stranded at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport protested after an Air India Express flight to Kathmandu was repeatedly diverted due to bad weather, leaving them waiting for more…
Air India technical incidents such as fuel leaks hit 14-mth high Kuwait Times
Air India has experienced a 14-month high in technical incidents, including a notable increase in fuel leaks.
Air India has extended flight cancellations to New York and Newark until February 24 due to a blizzard causing heavy snowfall and affecting airport operations.
Across New York City and the northeast part of the country, 30 million people are under blizzard warnings as a winter storm is set to bring heavy, wet snow.
A new report suggests that the pilot of Air India Flight 171 deliberately cut fuel before the deadly crash.
Air India CEO Wilson has resigned from his position, a move that comes amidst reported turbulence and challenges within the airline company.
Air India announced fare hikes for both short-haul and long-haul routes, with international tickets seeing a sharper impact, in response to rising fuel costs.
The inquiry into the Air India flight 171 crash is focusing on a critical 4-second question regarding the deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) relative to fuel switch movements, as a pilots' organization claims manufacturer documentation contradicts the preliminary report.
The Green Sanvi, an LPG tanker destined for Mumbai, has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh India-bound vessel to do so amidst ongoing disruptions from the Iran war. New Delhi is actively working to secure its fuel supplies.
Asian airlines are particularly affected by high kerosene prices, with Chinese carriers announcing fuel surcharges for domestic flights, and other major airlines like Air France-KLM, Air India, Qantas, and SAS also increasing ticket prices.
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments on former President Donald Trump’s executive order challenging birthright citizenship, a case that could redefine who is considered American and is being highlighted as potentially one of the most significant Trump-related cases before the court.
IndiGo and Air India collectively hold 91% of the domestic aviation market share in India, according to data presented to Parliament, further solidifying their dominance.
The Airline Pilots’ Association of India has raised concerns over Air India's operations in conflict zones, urging government intervention to ensure passenger safety and citing 'wilful endangerment'.
An Air India flight from Delhi to London made a precautionary return to the national capital after a 7-hour journey due to a suspected technical issue.
Air India has implemented a new health and fitness policy for its employees, which reportedly includes provisions for loss of pay for staff deemed 'obese'.
An Air India flight en route from Bengaluru to London was diverted to Jeddah after experiencing a technical issue, with all passengers reported safe and the aircraft undergoing comprehensive technical inspections. The flight was airborne for over six hours before its diversion to Saudi Arabia.
Air India is reassigning pilots from Boeing 777s and narrow-body aircraft to its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet to manage longer flight durations on Europe and UK routes, a move necessitated by increasing airspace restrictions.
The disruption is beginning to have a financial impact on the sector, with jet fuel prices more than doubling, CEO Campbell Wilson said.
An Air India flight to Vancouver was forced to return to Delhi after four hours, having deployed a Boeing 777-200LR that was not approved for Canada services due to an apparent lapse in updating operational requirements.
After inspection, the plane was cleared for operations and took off for Mumbai, an official said
Air India to run special UAE flights; Dubai services remain suspended Khaleej Times
According to passengers, they boarded the Air India Express flight in Dehradun at 2.55 p.m. Around 20 minutes before it could land in Bengaluru, it was diverted to Chennai
Air India is arranging a special flight to retrieve passengers stranded in Shannon, Ireland, after its A350 aircraft from New York to Delhi was diverted and grounded due to a technical issue.
Dubai airport has imposed restrictions on operations by foreign carriers
An Air India flight, AI102, traveling from JFK (New York) Airport, made an emergency landing in Ireland due to a technical snag.
Air India, AIX to run 26 special flights to, from UAE and Saudi Arabia on March 16 Khaleej Times
The U.S. has stated its capability to provide a reliable energy supply to the Asia-Pacific region, a commitment made as oil and gas prices have surged following recent military actions in the Middle East, reassuring the region of its energy security.
Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air, are implementing and increasing fuel surcharges on tickets due to soaring aviation fuel costs. Airlines typically raise these surcharges when fuel prices climb, as aviation fuel is one of their highest operating expenses.
Passengers on an Air India Express flight from Hyderabad experienced a severe landing at Phuket Airport on March 11, resulting in the aircraft's landing gear breaking on the runway.
G7 leaders have announced the record release of 400 million barrels of oil in response to the war in the Middle East. This represents about twenty days worth of usual oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, currently through dangerous to go through due to the threat of Iranian strikes. This initiative aims 'to calm markets down', as FRANCE 24's Philip Turle explains.
Σοβαρό περιστατικό σημειώθηκε στο διεθνές αεροδρόμιο του Πουκέτ στην Ταϊλάνδη, όταν αεροσκάφος της εταιρείας Air India Express πραγματοποίησε ανώμαλη προσγείωση, με αποτέλεσμα να προσγειωθεί με τη…
Phuket airport targets 9pm runway reopening after Air India Express incident hits 165 flights Nation Thailand
An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket suffered nose-wheel damage after a hard landing, leading to the temporary closure of Phuket airport's runway.
Air India raises surcharges: Passengers urged to check fares before booking Gulf News
Air India, Air India Express adds 32 UAE flights amid regional tension Gulf News
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu informed the Rajya Sabha that the investigation into the Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad is progressing well, with a report expected by year-end.
Air India and Air India Express have released their flight schedules for March 9, detailing services between the UAE and India.
Air India announced it will operate 78 additional international flights on 9 routes starting March 10, likely in response to disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.
Air India addressed claims circulating on social media that its aircraft flew over restricted airspace in the Middle East amid the US-Iran conflict, providing clarification on the matter.
Air India is increasing its flight services to Toronto, Frankfurt, and Paris in response to a significant rise in passenger demand for these international routes.
UAE news LIVE updates: Several Indian airlines, including Akasa Air, SpiceJet and Air India, are operating special relief flights from Middle Eastern countries, including Dubai, Oman and Jeddah, to…
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Global air travel chaos intensified on March 2nd as the U.S. and Israel continued to bombard Iran.
The biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic snarled travel for a second day on Sunday, with thousands of flights affected and busy Gulf hubs including Dubai and Doha…
Thousands of flights have been affected across the Middle East and beyond since the US and Israeli air strikes, according to data from FlightAware, a flight tracking platform.
Air India has cancelled March 1 international flights due to Middle East security concerns after US-Israel strikes on Iran.
Israel and the United States struck Tehran and western Iran on Saturday, February 28, aiming to curb ballistic missile launches toward Israel as Iran began retaliatory fire.
Många länder har stängt sina luftrum efter de amerikansk-israeliska attackerna mot Iran på lördagsmorgonen. Därför ställer flera flygbolag in resor till länder i Mellanöstern.
Air India Express is set to resume direct flights between Mangaluru and Muscat, operating two flights a week according to the current schedule.
Air India is facing increased scrutiny from regulators after technical incidents, including fuel leaks, reached a 14-month high, following a major crash last year.
A massive winter storm, classified as a 'bomb cyclone,' struck the northeastern United States, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and widespread disruption to millions of residents.
The northeastern United States was hit by a powerful winter storm, bringing heavy snowfall and winds with gusts up to 100 km/h. Thousands of households were left without electricity, and most roads are closed.
Air India cancels New York, Newark flights amid severe US winter storm Gulf News