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Qatar Airways Expands Flight Services to London, Male, Miami, and Tokyo

Qatar Airways, recently crowned as the World’s Best Airline by Skytrax in 2024, is set to enhance its global presence by increasing flight frequencies to several key destinations for the 2024-2025 season.

The airline’s decision to ramp up operations to London, Male, Miami, and Tokyo reflects its commitment to providing unparalleled service and meeting the growing demand of international travelers.

Starting on October 27, 2024, Qatar Airways will increase its flights to London Heathrow (LHR) from 49 to 56 weekly, offering more than 42,000 seats per week each way. This expansion is a testament to the strong demand from passengers, particularly those from Australia, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the UK.

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The additional flights, combined with two daily flights operated by British Airways, bring the total to an impressive 10 daily services between Doha and London, ensuring greater flexibility and convenience for travelers.

In December, Qatar Airways will bolster its operations to two more destinations. Beginning on December 13, 2024, flights to Male (MLE) will increase from 21 to 28 weekly, providing more options for travelers from Germany, Italy, and the UK seeking an idyllic escape to the Maldives. New qatar airways airport hambourg 2024 Shortly after, on December 16, flights to Miami (MIA) will be increased from 10 to 12 weekly, catering to passengers from Miami eager to explore the vibrant cultures of Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines.

The airline’s expansion efforts will extend into early 2025 with an increase in flights to Tokyo Narita (NRT). Starting on February 14, 2025, Qatar Airways will operate 11 weekly flights to Tokyo, up from the current seven, allowing travelers from Europe and beyond to immerse themselves in Japan’s rich cultural heritage.

In addition to the increased flight frequencies, Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can take advantage of enhanced benefits, including earning Avios on their flights and enjoying discounts when using Avios for ticket payments. Passengers can also redeem Avios at Qatar Duty Free outlets at Hamad International Airport and on qatar airways seat map Holidays travel packages, offering even more value to frequent flyers.

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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.