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DGCA says follow-up action to be taken after detailed probe into IndiGo plane’s engine fire incident
An engine fire on a Bengaluru-bound A320 ceo
After conducting a thorough investigation into the incident of an IndiGo plane’s engine catching fire at the Delhi airport, aviation regulator DGCA announced on Saturday that it will take appropriate follow-up action.
An engine fire on a Bengaluru-bound A320 ceo aircraft carrying 184 passengers prevented it from taking off Friday night at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA). The passengers safely disembarked as the plane landed back in the bay.
“The top priority is to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and determine the causes of the engine fire. Fortunately, the fire was quickly put out, and the aircraft has since been grounded, according to DGCA chief Arun Kumar, who spoke to PTI.
The VT-IFM aircraft, which was operating flight 6E-2131 from Delhi to Bengaluru, was involved in a rejected takeoff after receiving an engine 2 fail warning, according to a DGCA source. The source also stated that there was a loud bang and extinguisher bottle discharge.
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) immediately announced that the DGCA officials responsible for the incident, which happened around 10 p.m. on Friday, have been instructed to “look into this and furnish a report as soon as possible.”
IndiGo said in a statement that was released early on Saturday that the pilot aborted the takeoff when the plane encountered a technical problem during the takeoff roll and that the plane safely landed back in the bay. It also stated that an alternate aircraft was arranged to operate the flight, which took off at 12.16 am on Saturday.
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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes
In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.
The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.
The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.
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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.
The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.
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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.
The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.
Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.
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