Airlines

Air India launches ‘FogCare’ initiative to minimize disruption

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In order to lessen the impact of delays brought on by fog on customers, Air India, the largest airline in India and a member of Star Alliance, introduced its “FogCare” initiative. This programme, which will initially be made available for aircraft leaving from and arriving at IGI Airport in New Delhi, intends to address unforeseen events like flight delays and cancellations due to the dense fog that blankets northern India throughout the winter.

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In line with the new FogCare effort, AirIndia will take preventative measures to minimize the effects of fog on flight operations, which typically occur in the mornings and evenings but can potentially cascade throughout the day.

Customers would be proactively contacted by Air India during times of fog with simple alternatives to reschedule or cancel their disrupted flights at no additional cost. The decision to stay away from the airport and avoid the inconvenience of long lines is up to passengers on impacted flights. Additionally, this will help to reduce traffic at the airports. Passengers on impacted flights will receive customer-friendly emails, phone calls, and SMS messages with flight-specific advisories, providing them with simple options to reduce inconvenience from fog-related interruptions.

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The airline is also making sure that there are enough planes, pilots, mechanics, and cabin personnel on board to handle any emergencies brought by the fog. Air India is prepared to minimize disruption caused by fog with a fully trained cockpit crew that is outfitted with the CAT-III Instrument Landing System (ILS) and the ability to operate in low visibility conditions.

Airlines

Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.