Flight bomb threat: More than 20 flights received bomb threats this week, leading to diversions and rescheduling of flights and sending security forces into a tizzy.
Singapore's Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said that the Air India Express flight safely landed at Singapore Changi Airport around 10.04 PM.
Routine maintenance and inspection of aircraft hydraulic systems are key for identifying and addressing potential issues before they escalate into serious failures. Proactive maintenance plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations and preventing accidents caused by hydraulic system issues.
Air India Express showcased its brand-new Boeing 737-8 aircraft with a tail art inspired by the traditional “Jamdani” design at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
The passenger was handed over to the police in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Fearing a security threat, the pilot made an emergency landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) and alerted the security officials.
The flight originating from Bengaluru was carrying 179 passengers and six crew members. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Air India Express faced disruptions due to crew rostering system issues, resulting in flight cancellations. The airline transitioned to a new system, causing scheduling challenges for cabin crew and pilots. Seven flights at Delhi airport were canceled, with similar reports from other airports.
The husband, who suffered massive heart attack, was admitted to a hospital in Oman and wished to see his wife and kids. The family was allegedly told by the airline that the flight was cancelled.
The Tata Group-owned airline has cancelled more than 170 flights since Tuesday night after the cabin crew started reporting sick to protest against the alleged mismanagement at the airline.
The decision was taken by Air India Express after a section of cabin crew members reported sick to protest against alleged mismanagement at the airline. More than 90 flights have been cancelled by Air India Express since Tuesday night due to cabin crew woes.
Air India Express CEO Aloke Singh announced a reduction in flights due to a surge in cabin crew reporting sick before their scheduled duties. Over 90 flights have been cancelled, impacting operations across the network.
The sudden shortage of crew members led to flights being grounded, affecting both domestic and international routes. Air India Express issued a statement addressing the situation and apologizing to affected passengers.
An Air India Express spokesperson stated that teams are actively addressing the situation to minimize inconvenience to their guests. Passengers scheduled to fly with the airline today are advised to check if their flight is affected before heading to the airport, the airline stated.
An IndiGo aircraft, taxiing at the Kolkata Airport, hit a stationary Air India Express flight. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated an investigation into the incident at the Kolkata airport and has removed two IndiGo pilots from their duty schedules.
Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Air India Express flight connecting Bengaluru, Kolkata and Ayodhya.
The carrier will operate its inaugural flights between Ayodhya and Delhi on Saturday, alongside the inauguration of the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Ayodhya Dham.
Air India Express is a subsidiary of Air India and a part of the Tata Group, operating over 300 flights daily across 30 domestic and 14 international airports, with a fleet of 58 aircraft, comprising 28 Boeing 737s and 28 Airbus A320s.
The airlines coordinated with the airport and local authorities in Pakistan and made the emergency landing. The flight again took off for India nearly two hours after its landing.
Apart from Air India Express-AIX Connect integration, Air India is merging Vistara with itself. India is one of the fastest growing aviation markets in the world and air traffic is also on the rise.
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