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”.
IGI airport's revamped Terminal 2 to reopen for operations tomorrow
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Saturday inaugurated the newly renovated Terminal 2 (T2) of the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in New Delhi.
Why pilots are worried about Air India's latest scheme
Air India is planning to introduce a controversial voluntary "flexi contract model."
Alaska Airlines grounds flights after major IT outage
Alaska Airlines has announced a temporary suspension of its flights due to an information technology (IT) outage.
Neward-bound Air India flight returns mid-air after suspected technical snag
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Newark was forced to return mid-air due to a suspected technical snag.
Air India crash: Captain Sumeet Sabharwal's 91-year-old father approaches SC
The 91-year-old father of Air India pilot-in-command Captain Sumeet Sabharwal has approached the Supreme Court seeking a judicially monitored probe into the Air India flight AI-171 crash.
DGCA seeks explanation from Boeing for uncommanded RAT deployment
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has sought an explanation from Boeing over the uncommanded deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) on Air India flight AI-117.
'No dirty-business happening': Aviation minister on Air India crash probe
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu has said that there is "no manipulation or dirty business" happening in the investigation into the Air India plane crash that killed 260 people on June 12.
DGCA probes Air India Boeing 787's sudden emergency system deployment
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating a serious safety incident involving an Air India flight to Birmingham, UK.
How DGCA wants airlines to tackle festive rush in India
As the festive season approaches, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked airlines to increase their flight capacities.
Air India flight makes safe landing with deployed ram turbine
An Air India flight from Amritsar to Birmingham made a safe landing, despite the unexpected deployment of the aircraft's Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during its final approach.
Durga Puja pandal shows 2025 Air India crash; gets trolled
A Durga Puja pandal in India has drawn flak for its controversial theme of the June 12 Air India crash.
Flight delays surge in August, affecting over 74,000 passengers
Domestic airlines in India carried 1.29 crore passengers in August, a slight decline from the 1.31 crore passengers they transported during the same month last year, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
Delhi: Sudden, heavy rain batters capital; airlines issue travel advisory
Delhi-NCR was hit by heavy rains on Tuesday, bringing a sudden change to the weather after weeks of dry heat.
Far-right US trolls disrupt flights for Indian H-1B visa holders
In a coordinated digital attack, far-right trolls in the United States have targeted Indians on H-1B visas.
Pilots' body seeks probe into Air India crash report leak
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has called for a judicial probe into the Air India Flight AI 171 crash on June 12, 2025.
India's airspace ban on Pakistan extended until October 24
India has extended its airspace ban on Pakistani airlines and aircraft until October 24.
SC to examine whether Air India probe is conducted fairly
The Supreme Court has agreed to look into the ongoing investigation of the June 12 Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 260 lives.
'Irresponsible': SC slams selective leak of Air India inquiry report
The Supreme Court has slammed the media for its coverage of the Air India Flight AI171 crash, which killed 260 people.
Families of Air India crash victims sue Boeing, Honeywell
The families of four passengers who died in an Air India crash in June have filed a lawsuit against Boeing and Honeywell.
Delhi airport's Terminal 2 to reopen on October 26
Indira Gandhi International Airport's (IGIA) Terminal 2 in Delhi will reopen on October 26, 2025. The terminal, which is the oldest at IGIA, has been closed since April for upgrades.
'Payouts inadequate', says US lawyer for Air India crash victims
Mike Andrews, the lead US attorney representing families of victims in the Air India (AI171) plane crash, has raised concerns over the adequacy of compensation being offered.
Air India passengers left sweating for 2hrs as AC malfunctions
More than 200 people on an Air India flight to Singapore had a rough time at the Delhi airport on Wednesday evening.
UP border towns on high alert amid deadly Nepal protests
The Uttar Pradesh government has put its police force on high alert across all seven border districts with Nepal.
Air India to offer premium chauffeur services in 17 cities
Air India has teamed up with AVIS India to offer premium chauffeur-driven car services.
Flying to Europe? Air India just announced an exciting deal
Air India has launched a campaign, 'One India, One Fare,' offering flat-rate fares for round trips from any point in India to Europe.
Air India: Full restoration of international flights from October unlikely
Air India's ambitious plan to fully restore its flight schedule by October 1, 2025, seems to be falling short.
Air India is making flights cheaper for senior citizens
Air India has launched a new scheme offering exclusive benefits for senior citizens aged 60 and above.
Indian airlines suffer heavy losses despite rising passenger traffic
India's aviation industry is facing a financial crisis, despite an increase in passenger numbers.
Milan: Air India cancels flight, passengers stranded for 12 hours
Passengers aboard Air India's Milan to Delhi flight (AI138) faced a harrowing 12-hour ordeal on Friday night after their flight was canceled due to technical issues.
DGCA warns Air India over pilots working beyond allowed hours
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a warning to Air India over violations of flight time regulations.
Is Air India not serious about retrofit of its planes?
Air India has pushed back the timeline for its aircraft retrofit program.
Chennai: Cargo flight's engine catches fire during landing
A cargo aircraft from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, caught fire in its fourth engine while landing at Chennai airport on Tuesday.
Air India suspends Delhi-Washington DC from September 1: Know why
Air India has announced the suspension of its Delhi-Washington DC flights from September 1.
KC Venugopal makes runway horror claim; Air India refutes it
An Air India flight from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi was diverted to Chennai on Sunday due to a suspected technical issue and adverse weather conditions.
'If Ratan was alive...': AI171 crash lawyer slams payout delay
Leading United States attorney Mike Andrews has slammed the delays in compensating families of victims of the Air India flight AI171 crash. He represents over 65 families affected by the tragedy.
Air India pilots will now retire at 65
Air India has announced a major policy change, raising the retirement age for its pilots from 58 to 65 years.
'Body mix-up added trauma': Air India tragedy's family seeks accountability
The family of Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, a victim of the Air India crash, has expressed their anguish after receiving the wrong body.
'We...apologize': Air India after cockroaches found on San Francisco-Mumbai flight
Air India has apologized for an incident on its San Francisco-Mumbai flight, AI 180, after passengers reported seeing cockroaches mid-air.
DGCA flags 100 violations at Air India base during audit
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has flagged nearly 100 violations and observations against Tata Group-owned Air India following a detailed audit.
Aviation complaints in India surge—match 2024's total in 6 months
The Indian aviation sector is experiencing significant challenges, with passenger complaints and technical aircraft issues on the rise.