Airlines

Air India Pilot Refuses to Fly Plane After Emergency Landing in Jaipur

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After making an emergency landing in Jaipur due to poor weather, the captain of an Air India flight from London to Delhi refused to take off again. According to reports, the Delhi ATC did give approval for the airplane to resume operations after around 2 hours of the emergency landing at Jaipur. However, the pilot declined to fly, citing flight duty time restrictions and duty hours.

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The incident happened on Sunday, June 25, when AI Flight 112 was supposed to arrive in Delhi at 4 am on Sunday but was diverted to Jaipur because of bad weather, according to the report. At the airport, more than 350 travelers were left stranded. Additionally, other passengers criticized the airline in videos they shared on Twitter for not helping them get to their intended destination of Delhi.

Passengers of @airindia AI112 flying from London to Delhi have been diverted to Jaipur due to bad weather but passengers have not been assisted with any recourse to reaching their final destinations. @JM_Scindia please assist us urgently. We did manage to speak with @Ra_THORe… pic.twitter.com/DjLOD8dXLK
— Adit (@ABritishIndian) June 25, 2023

Please stop with the false promises! The staff at the #JaipurAirport have been absolutely inept & incorrigible to provide us with any assistance. The solution they have provided for all passengers to travel by coach to Delhi is absolutely damnable & ludicrous. Please coordinate &… pic.twitter.com/OrY01fpJ0X
— Adit (@ABritishIndian) June 25, 2023

Air India responded to Adit’s tweet by saying that the airline is doing all possible to minimise the inconvenience given to customers. Adit responded by saying that the Jaipur airport workers had been “absolutely inept and incorrigible in providing us with any assistance.” He went on to say that the offer to people to travel by coach to Delhi is “absolutely damnable and ludicrous.” Adit asked Air India to coordinate with the Jaipur airport employees to get the passengers to Delhi as soon as possible.

According to reports, some passengers were taken to Delhi by a Volvo bus while others were sent by cabs after waiting for more than six hours. And, several passengers continued on the same Air India flight once a substitute crew was arranged.

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British Airways Unveils Its Brand-New First Class Cabin for the Airbus A380

British Airways has introduced its brand-new First Class seat, blending sleek design with expert British craftsmanship. Reflecting modern British luxury travel, this new cabin is part of the airline’s Airbus A380 retrofit plans, set to take flight in mid-2026.

The updated First Class cabin has been crafted to feel like a modern luxury hotel in the sky, complete with cozy touches and thoughtful British details.

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Designed by top experts from across Great Britain and Ireland—including London, Glasgow, West Yorkshire, Kilkeel, and Dublin—the seat reflects the best of British design and quality.

Features and Comforts
The new First Class seat is ultra-wide at 36.5 inches, with a bed length of 79 inches for ultimate comfort. It includes:

A multi-purpose ottoman and stowable table.
A 32-inch 4K TV screen.
Adjustable mood lighting with modes like “relax,” “dine,” and “cinema.”
A cocooned 60-inch curved wall for privacy while maintaining a spacious feel.

Passengers traveling together can enjoy a shared experience with a sliding divider that creates a lounge-like space. The stowable tables also allow for “buddy dining,” where two people can dine together.

The cabin’s flowing curves, inspired by the iconic Concorde wings, create a welcoming and stylish environment. Additionally, passengers can now wheel their luggage directly into their personal storage space, making settling in easier.

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British Airways carefully considered customer feedback when designing this cabin. The seat includes practical storage and features like a fully rectangular bed for home-like comfort. Every detail, from usability to elegance, has been designed to enhance the travel experience.

British Airways is proud to be the only UK-based European airline offering a First Class product across the Atlantic. british airways premium economy and First Class travelers enjoy exclusive perks such as stylish seats, access to luxury lounges, fast-track security, and the First Wing at Heathrow. The airline ensures a premium experience from booking to landing.

This cabin upgrade is part of British Airways’ £7 billion investment in improving customer experiences. The airline has already introduced over 120 initiatives, including new short-haul seats, free onboard Wi-Fi messaging, and refreshed lounges worldwide.