Air India: News
Air India Air Transport Services Limited was founded by J. R. D. Tata as Tata Airlines on 15th October 1932. Owned by the Government of India, it is the national airline company of India. With a fleet size of 115 planes, it serves around 90 domestic and international destinations and goes with the slogan “Air India... Truly Indian”.
Air India simulation shows 'flight settings' didn't cause crash—what did?
A simulation of the Air India flight AI 171 crash has ruled out flight conditions as the cause of the accident.
Days after Air India flight crash, another dropped 900ft mid-air
A Delhi-Vienna Air India flight, AI187, dropped nearly 900 feet during its initial climb on June 14.
India's domestic air traffic growth hits 3-year-low this May
India's domestic air traffic witnessed a meager month-on-month growth of 1.89% in May 2025, the slowest in over three years.
Air India crash: Government provides armed security to investigation chief
The Union government has provided armed security to GVG Yugandhar, the Director General of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), according to PTI.
UN aviation agency to observe Air India plane crash investigation
India has accepted the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) proposal to appoint an observer for the ongoing investigation into the Air India crash in Ahmedabad.
Ethiopian Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai
A Mumbai-bound Ethiopian Airlines flight, ET640, made an emergency landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in the early hours of Friday.
Tata plans ₹500cr trust for Air India crash victims' families
Tata Sons, the holding company of the $400-billion Tata Group, has proposed to set up a trust with an estimated allocation of ₹500 crore.
India declines UN's offer to join Air India crash probe
India has declined an offer from the United Nations aviation agency to assist in the investigation of a recent Air India crash, Reuters reported, citing officials.
Air India crash triggers surge in therapy requests from travelers
The recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad has triggered a wave of panic among Indian flyers.
Breakthrough in Air India crash probe; black box data downloaded
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has successfully downloaded data from the Cockpit Voice Recorder and Flight Data Recorder of the recent Air India crash, the government announced on Thursday.
Chennai woman arrested for framing love interest with bomb threats
A 30-year-old robotics engineer from Chennai has been arrested for allegedly sending hoax bomb threats to various public places, including Narendra Modi Stadium, a medical college, and various schools.
Air India health scare: 5 passengers, crew fall sick mid-air
An Air India flight from London to Mumbai was marred by a health scare, with several feeling ill, dizzy, and nauseated on Monday.
India extends airspace ban on Pakistani airlines until July 24
India has extended its airspace ban on Pakistani airlines until July 24.
Air India crash may raise airline insurance costs by 30%
The recent Air India crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 241 people on board and dozens on the ground, is likely to trigger a major surge in airline insurance costs.
DGCA begins detailed inspection of Air India's Gurugram base
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), will conduct a detailed inspection of Air India's primary base in Gurugram, starting from today, according to The Economic Times.
DGCA starts full aviation safety audit after Air India crash
In the wake of a deadly Air India crash, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a special "360-degree" audit framework.
Air India to cut 118 weekly flights, affecting 19 routes
Air India has announced a temporary reduction in operations, affecting both domestic and short-haul international travel.
Air India crash: Manipur flight attendant's body brought home
The body of 20-year-old flight attendant Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, who died in the Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad, was brought to Imphal.
Air India to reroute some flights as Gulf tensions escalate
Air India has announced changes to its flight paths in light of the rising tensions in the Gulf region.
Technical snag: IndiGo flight canceled, another diverted amid safety concerns
An IndiGo flight from Chandigarh to Lucknow was canceled on Friday after a technical issue was detected during pre-flight checks.
Air India flight from Birmingham to Delhi diverted—after bomb threat
An Air India flight from Birmingham to Delhi was diverted to Riyadh after it received a bomb threat.
79% Air India passengers faced maintenance issues since last year
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed a major spike in maintenance-related complaints among Air India passengers.
DGCA seeks full records of Air India inspections since 2024
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has sought detailed information from flight operations inspectors on all inspections and audits conducted for Air India since 2024, according to PTI.
Air India crash: DGCA orders removal of 3 airline officials
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered the immediate removal of three senior Air India officials over serious violations in flight crew scheduling.
Air India plane crash: Filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala confirmed dead
The identity of Gujarati filmmaker Mahesh Kalawadia, also known as Mahesh Jirawala, has finally been confirmed among the tragic victims of the recent plane crash in Ahmedabad.
Air India bookings plunge 20% after plane crash in Ahmedabad
Air India's flight bookings have taken a major hit, plummeting by around 20% on domestic and international routes.
Air India flight canceled after bird hit; 21 cancellations today
An Air India flight from Delhi to Pune, carrying over 100 passengers, suffered a bird hit on Friday, forcing the return voyage to be canceled the same day.
'Doesn't appear like cockpit error': Officials investigating Air India crash
Investigators probing the June 12 crash of Air India flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick are looking into a similar incident from February 2020.
Air India cuts 48 international Boeing flights amid safety review
Air India has announced a major reduction in its international flight operations.
'Crashed Air India plane had no red flags': Airline chief
Tata Sons and Air India chairman N Chandrasekaran has said that the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner involved in the recent crash had no prior red flags.
Forensics struggling to identify Air India crash victims under 6
The tragic crash of Air India's AI-171 flight has left a major forensic challenge in identifying the bodies of minor victims.
How Air India plane crash insurance payouts will work
The tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 has raised questions about the insurance claims process.
Air India black box 'heavily damaged'; data unextractable
The black box of the crashed Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner will be sent to the United States for analysis, a source told The Economic Times.
Air India flight canceled? Here's how to track ticket refund
Air India recently witnessed a spate of international flight cancellations, disrupting travel plans for many.
Air India, Boeing could face unlimited damages after Ahmedabad crash
Legal experts in the UK have warned that Air India and Boeing could be liable for unlimited damages if found negligent under international aviation law.
Who's the teen whose video may help solve Ahmedabad crash
Seventeen-year-old Aryan Asari, who witnessed the recent Air India Dreamliner 787-8 crash in Ahmedabad, has become a key witness in the investigation.
Air India cancels Delhi-Paris flight hours after canceling Ahmedabad-London flight
Another Air India flight, AI143 from Delhi to Paris, has been canceled after an issue was identified during mandatory pre-flight checks.
Air India crash: Gold, passports, Bhagavad Gita recovered from wreckage
After the tragic Air India flight AI-171 crash near BJ Medical College, construction businessman Raju Patel and his team were among the first on the scene.
Another Air India flight to London canceled in Ahmedabad
An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London was canceled on Tuesday due to a suspected technical glitch.
IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Nagpur over bomb scare
An IndiGo flight traveling from Kochi to Delhi made an emergency landing at Nagpur's Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport on Tuesday morning after a bomb threat was reported.
Tata Group wants McKinsey's help to revamp Air India
Tata Group is considering a major overhaul of Air India, its flagship airline.