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Air India Provides Eye Masks to Passengers in B777 planes: Here’s why

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Air India, now under the ownership of the Tata Group, has encountered technical complications with its leased Boeing 777-200 aircraft.

Specifically, the economy-class cabin lighting has persistently remained in bright mode. In response, the airline has devised a practical solution by distributing eye masks to passengers flying on these planes.

In a recent circular, Air India disclosed the issue with the cabin lighting system on the leased B777-200 LR aircraft, affecting the economy class cabin. Despite efforts, the lighting remained stuck on bright mode, posing a challenge for the crew to adjust it during flights.

“To overcome the issue of the crew being unable to switch the lights to dim/off and to avoid guest inconvenience, eye masks will be provided to the passengers,” stated the airline in its circular.

Air India, which has leased five B777-200 LR planes from Delta Airlines, has taken proactive measures to ensure passenger comfort and convenience amidst this technical setback. The decision to distribute eye masks reflects the airline’s commitment to addressing customer needs promptly and efficiently.

Recently Air India plans to begin service to Seattle, Los Angeles, and Dallas during the winter schedule of 2024–2025, according to the report from PTI. The plan of deployment entails assigning the Boeing 777 to flights to Los Angeles and Dallas, and using the A350 aircraft for services to Seattle. These flights, which last for more than sixteen hours, highlight Air India’s dedication to providing smooth travel anywhere in the world.

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Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”