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IndiGo Amritsar-Ahmedabad flight enters Pakistan amid bad weather

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On Saturday, an IndiGo flight traveling from Amritsar to Ahmedabad briefly entered Pakistani airspace. Due to poor weather, the event occurred at around 7:30 pm when the jet was ascending to Gujranwala (a city nearby Lahore). At 8:01 pm, according to local media reports, it eventually made its way back to India.

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“Due to bad weather, an IndiGo flight temporarily entered Pakistani airspace. The flight was scheduled to depart from Amritsar and land in Ahmedabad. It safely touched down in Ahmedabad, according to IndiGo officials, who spoke to the news agency ANI.

Flight radar indicated that the Indian plane, which had a ground speed of 454 knots, approached the area north of Lahore at 7:30 on Saturday night and left for India at 8:01, according to the Dawn newspaper.

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A senior Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) official claimed that the situation was common and that it was accepted practise in inclement weather across nations. Several flights were diverted and delayed in the interim as a result of poor visibility at airports, which was made known by a CAA advisory.

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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.