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Air India’s Ambitious International Expansion Targets Three Major U.S. Cities in 2024

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In a groundbreaking move, Air India, the national flag carrier, is set to elevate its global presence by adding three more prominent cities in the United States to its international route network in 2024. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the airline, solidifying its commitment to connecting the world and providing enhanced travel options for passengers.

The decision follows Air India’s announcement of launching services to Zurich, Rome, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, and others, painting 2024 as a pivotal year for the carrier’s global expansion. While the airline previously served some of these destinations, the upcoming routes signal a bold reentry into markets that hold substantial potential.

According to the report, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Dallas Fort Worth, three North American markets, will witness the resumption of Air India’s operations. Air India’s foray into these three major U.S. cities is poised to make 2024 a transformative year for the airline and a significant development in the landscape of global air travel.

India’s aviation landscape is on the brink of a new era in 2024 as IndiGo and the Air India group lead a stable airline system, setting the stage for heightened competition, states aviation consultancy firm CAPA India. The report anticipates increased rivalry between the two major airline groups, further intensified by the emergence of Akasa Air and the potential revival of SpiceJet. This shift in dynamics is poised to reshape the Indian aviation market, marking a pivotal period for the industry.

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

Air India Express flight skids off runway while landing at Kochi airport

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.