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Air India Extends Reach to Europe: Unveils Routes to Amsterdam, Milan, and Copenhagen

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Air India is ramping up its European presence with exciting new flight additions to Amsterdam, Milan, and Copenhagen.

The move comes as a response to the sustained demand for travel to Europe and signals the airline’s commitment to meeting the needs of its customers. Beginning June 22, 2024, Air India will introduce daily non-stop flights from Delhi to Amsterdam Schiphol and Milan Malpensa, significantly increasing the frequency on these vital routes.

The service enhancements will elevate the weekly flights from one to four and five, respectively. Furthermore, an additional flight will be added to the Delhi-Copenhagen route, boosting the frequency to five flights per week.

Campbell Wilson, the CEO & MD of Air India, expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, highlighting the burgeoning demand for travel between India and Europe. He emphasized the airline’s dedication to offering customers greater choice and convenience in their travel options.

These new flights not only cater to the increasing travel demand but also aim to strengthen trade and tourism ties between India and Europe. Moreover, they provide seamless connectivity for travelers from Europe to destinations across the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia via Air India’s Delhi hub.

The expansion aligns with Air India’s strategy of enhancing connectivity to Europe. The airline recently announced daily, non-stop flights to Zurich, commencing June 16, 2024. Additionally, Air India operates daily services to Frankfurt and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), further bolstering passenger traffic and cargo flows between India and Europe.

With the increased frequency to Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Milan, Air India will now operate 80 flights per week to and from seven key points in mainland Europe. Passengers can enjoy the comfort and amenities of Air India’s two-class configured Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 18 flat beds in Business Class and 236 spacious seats in Economy.

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Air India Express Aircraft Engine Part Falls Outside Delhi Airport; DGCA Orders Probe

Air India Express flight skids off runway while landing at Kochi airport

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry following reports that metal fragments were discovered at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after an Air India Express flight made an emergency landing on Monday evening.

The emergency landing was prompted by a detected engine fault, but fortunately, the landing was executed safely without any injuries to the passengers.

The situation began when crew members of the Air India Express flight reported an engine issue, leading to the emergency landing. The DGCA has confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and has directed that the aircraft undergo a comprehensive safety inspection.

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The discovery of metal debris outside the airport has raised concerns, prompting the DGCA to probe whether these fragments are linked to the aircraft involved in the emergency landing. Authorities are particularly focused on whether the metal pieces, which were found near the airport, originated from the same Air India Express flight that experienced engine trouble.

While preliminary assessments suggest that the debris could be a broken blade from an aircraft engine, the exact source remains unconfirmed. The airline has yet to verify if the metal fragments are from their aircraft.

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The Delhi Police, working in conjunction with the DGCA, have initiated their own investigation to determine the origin of the metal pieces. A technical team is set to analyze whether the fragments are associated with the aircraft in question. As the investigation continues, a case has been filed with the airport authority to address the matter.