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Air India set to showcase its first A350 & B737 at the Hyderabad Wings India 2024

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Air India has successfully completed the title transfer process for its fourth A350 aircraft, with its anticipated arrival scheduled for February 2024.

The Tata Group-owned airline is eagerly awaiting the arrival of its first A350-900 aircraft in India later this month. To showcase its latest additions, Air India plans to feature two of its new planes at the prestigious Hyderabad WINGS festival scheduled for January.

The WINGS India Aviation show, a bi-annual event organized by the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) in collaboration with FICCI, is a significant platform for the aviation industry and will be held in Hyderabad.

Among the highlighted aircraft, one is the Airbus A350, marking the debut of this wide-body aircraft in India. The second showcased plane will be the renowned Boeing 737 MAX, presenting Air India’s new branding.

Wilson reports that Air India has also received two more narrow-body A320neos, which are scheduled to go into service in December. The airline wants to show that the new management is actively working to improve product quality for customers, despite criticism of its outdated in-flight amenities. Air India is growing its international network, indicating its commitment to future growth.

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

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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.