Airlines

IndiGo announces new connections to France and Austria via Turkey

IndiGo commences codeshare connections to and from Bulgaria

IndiGo, the largest airline in India, has announced the introduction of connecting flights to Austria and France via Turkey through its codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines in an effort to improve global connectivity. Beginning on November 30, 2022, new flights will connect Istanbul with Paris, Lyon, Nice, and Toulouse. On December 1, 2022, a new route from Istanbul to Salzburg, Austria, will be operational. In time for the forthcoming Holiday season, the new flights will give passengers a variety of options and convenient access to distant places.

IndiGo strengthens international connectivity with direct flights between Mumbai and Istanbul(Opens in a new browser tab)

Mr. Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo said, “Keeping the travel demand in mind, we have
introduced new connections to Austria and France for our customers. In addition to business connectivity,
customers will also have access to several tourist attractions in France and Austria along with an opportunity
to witness white Christmas during the holidays. These new routes will not only strengthen international
connectivity but also enhance capacity and thereby affordability for travel to Europe. We will strive to stay
true to our promise of affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous and hassle-free service across wide
network.”

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The new flights are designed to cater to travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable
flying options to access destinations which help in building businesses and are known for their tourist
attractions. Customers who wish to plan their travel can book tickets via our official website. The
introduction of these flights will further bolster the international connectivity.

Airlines

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.