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Air India Boeing 787 returns to Delhi after tyre burst

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A nose wheel tyre burst forced an Air India flight with a destination of Paris to return to New Delhi on Friday shortly after takeoff, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Although the engine characteristics are normal, the DGCA also claimed that there was a loud noise and vibration after the event.

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Shortly after takeoff, an Air India flight with a destination of Paris returned to Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport. Delhi Air Traffic Control (ATC) told the onboard cabin crew that they had seen tyre debris on the runway after the plane took off, and the flight was returned at 2.18 p.m.

The aircraft has landed in Delhi and is completing the required inspections. According to representatives of Air India, alternative transportation plans are being made to help the passengers of flight AI143 reach their destinations.

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“At 14:18, the plane made a safe landing back in Delhi. Alternate plans are being made for the passengers of AI143 to reach their destinations while the aircraft is undergoing the required inspections at Delhi, the official added.

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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.