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Pune airport's new airport becomes operational with inaugural flights to Delhi, Bhubaneswar
The new terminal at Pune international airport was inaugurated, offering flights to New Delhi and Bhubaneswar. The terminal, built at a cost of Rs 423 crore, features modern amenities and showcases the region's culture and heritage. Union Minister Mohol expressed confidence in providing a seamless flying experience for passengers.
Heavy rains throw Mumbai air traffic out of gear
Heavy monsoon rains in Mumbai caused significant disruption to transportation, affecting roads, railways, and air travel. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) experienced major disruptions, with 27 flights diverted and over 50 flights canceled. The rainfall and low visibility led to runway operations being suspended from 2:22 am to 3:40 am on Monday, August 7, 2024. CSMIA is working to manage the diverted flights and advised passengers to check their flight status early via airline websites or apps due to ongoing weather-related delays.
Air India cancels scheduled flight for Indian cricket team charter
Air India used a Boeing 777 meant for a US-India flight to ferry the Indian cricket team from Barbados, triggering concern from regulators. The charter flight, organised by the BCCI, departed Bridgetown for Delhi. The DGCA is investigating as rules prohibit disrupting scheduled flights for charters. Air India allegedly cancelled a Newark-Delhi flight, causing passenger inconvenience. Charters are lucrative for airlines and were vital due to a hurricane stranding the cricket team.
Copenhagen-Delhi flight on Jun 30 cancelled due to operational, tech reasons: Air India
Air India's flight from Copenhagen to Delhi on June 30 was cancelled due to technical and operational reasons, leaving passengers stranded in Copenhagen. The airline assured that efforts were made to minimise inconvenience, with passengers being accommodated in hotels and offered full refund or rescheduling options. The revised schedule will be announced soon.
AI Express decides to defer inquiries against cabin crew; next conciliation meeting on Aug 8
Air India Express cabin crew issues are discussed in conciliation meetings. BMS delegation meets Civil Aviation Minister to address support and salary concerns. Proposal for tri-party meeting involving AIX Connect is under consideration.
AI Express union alleges unfair labour practices; seeks intervention of labour commissioner
Air India Express' cabin crew union has alleged unfair labour practices by the airline, including in issuance of charge sheets to its members, and sought the intervention of the labour commissioner to resolve the issues. The Air India Express Employees Union (AIXEU), which is affiliated with the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, has written a letter to the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) in this regard.
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Here's step-by-step process to book IndiGo flight through WhatsApp
IndiGo, one of India's premier airlines, has introduced an innovative AI-powered chatbot named 6Eskai on WhatsApp, designed to simplify the flight booking process for its passengers. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to book an IndiGo flight using 6Eskai on WhatsApp.
Now you can book IndiGo flights using WhatsApp, here's how
IndiGo has launched 6Eskai, an AI-powered chatbot on WhatsApp, designed to simplify flight bookings and enhance customer service. Developed in collaboration with Google's Riafy Technologies, this feature allows passengers to book flights, check-in, and manage travel queries directly through WhatsApp, supporting multiple languages for widespread accessibility. IndiGo's initiative reflects its commitment to leveraging technology to improve customer experiences and streamline travel processes.
Mumbai Airport shocker: IndiGo plane lands as Air India aircraft takes off from same runway
After the incident involving an IndiGo plane landing and an Air India aircraft taking off from the same runway in less than a minute at Mumbai airport came to light, India's aviation watchdog took notice. Following this, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) derostered the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) who was on duty during the incident on Saturday. Both IndiGo and Air India have launched investigations into the matter.
Mumbai airport enhances passenger processing capacity, to deploy AI-enabled cameras
Mumbai airport has enhanced its processing capacity to about 8,000 passengers per hour and reduced wait times to under a minute with expanded DigiYatra and non-DigiYatra facilities. The airport now has 68 entry lanes, the highest number in the country, including 34 dedicated to DigiYatra. Terminal 1 features six dedicated DigiYatra e-gates and six non-DigiYatra e-gates. Additionally, 118 new e-gates at Terminal 2 will streamline security checks.
Air India Express flight diverted to Kochi due to bad weather at Calicut airport
An Air India Express flight from Dubai to Calicut airport was diverted to Kochi in the early hours of Saturday due to adverse weather conditions in Kozhikode, according to airline sources. The flight, carrying 173 passengers, landed at Cochin International Airport at 2:47 am and departed for Calicut airport at around 9:30 am after a seven-hour delay.
Air India's Delhi-Vancouver flight faces long delay on Sunday
Passengers on an Air India flight from New Delhi to Vancouver experienced a frustrating delay of over nine hours on Sunday due to a technical problem. The scheduled departure time for flight AI 185 was 0530 hours, but it was finally able to take off at 1450 hours, as reported by flight tracking websites.
Air India's Delhi-Vancouver flight faces delay; rescheduled for Sunday
Air India's flight from Delhi to Vancouver faced an inordinate delay due to technical issues. The airline rescheduled the flight, departing the next day. DGCA issued a show cause notice for flight delays.
Delhi-SFO flight delay: Air India apologises, offers USD 350 travel voucher to passengers
Air India has apologised and offered a travel voucher of USD 350 each to the passengers of the San Francisco flight that took off from the national capital after a delay of more than 30 hours. There were 199 passengers in the flight, according to a source.
Over 200 passengers of Air India Delhi-SFO flight face 30 hrs ordeal with inordinate delay
More than 200 passengers of a San Francisco-bound Air India flight faced a 30-hour delay due to a technical glitch, non-functional air conditioning, and payload issues. The flight was rescheduled several times before finally being delayed due to temperature issues. Passengers, including the elderly and children, endured discomfort and were offered options like full refund and complimentary rescheduling. The delay led to a show cause notice from the aviation regulator and marked the second such incident in a week for Air India's San Francisco flights.
DGCA show cause Air India as Tatas struggle to revamp airline
The aviation regulator mentioned the inordinate delay of two international flights—AI 183 from Delhi to San Francisco on May 30 and AI 179 from Mumbai to San Francisco on May 24.
Amid heatwave, passengers allegedly faint after forced to wait without AC at Delhi Airport as Air India delays takeoff
As temperatures soared in the nation's capital, passengers aboard a flight bound for San Francisco reportedly experienced fainting spells inside the aircraft, which lacked air-conditioning, following an eight-hour delay on Thursday. Originally scheduled for departure on Thursday afternoon, the Tata-owned flight to San Francisco is now set to take off at 11 am on Friday, after a delay exceeding 20 hours.
Air India gets show cause notice from Ministry of Aviation over 20-hour flight delay
The Aviation Ministry issued a show cause notice to Air India following a 20-hour delay on a Delhi-San Francisco flight. Passengers were subjected to extreme discomfort, enduring searing heat inside the aircraft without air conditioning. Reports emerged of passengers fainting due to the conditions, prompting complaints on social media.
Cyclone Remal: Price of flight ticket from Kolkata surges to Rs 80,000 before operations were closed for 21 hours
Kolkata airport experienced a surge in air fares up to Rs 80,000 as travellers rushed to fly out before the Cyclone Remal shutdown. Operations resumed after 21 hours, with significant passenger traffic and high ticket prices.
AI Express union says reduced flights impacting cabin crew salaries
Air India Express Employees Union (AIXEU) flags concerns over flight delays and cancellations, impacting cabin crew salaries. Over 100 crew members have been idle for two months due to entry pass issues. Strike called off on May 9 after meeting with Chief Labour Commissioner. Union seeks intervention for salary impact. Next conciliation meeting on May 28.
Emergency declared at Delhi's IGI Airport over suspected AC fire on Air India flight
Air India Flight AI-807 from Delhi to Bangalore was forced to return to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport due to a suspected fire in the aircraft's air conditioning unit. The flight, carrying 175 passengers, landed safely, and a full emergency was declared at the airport. Alternative arrangements are being made for the passengers to reach Bangalore.
AI-Vistara merger will strengthen presence in India: Singapore Airlines
The Singapore Airlines Group announced that the proposed merger between Air India and Vistara will strengthen its multi-hub strategy and enable continued participation in India's growing aviation market. Upon completion, SIA will hold a 25.1% stake in an expanded Air India Group. The SIA group reported a 24% rise in net profit for FY 2023-24 due to strong air travel demand. Vistara and Air India have begun integrating their frequent flyer programs, with Club Vistara merging into Air India's Flying Returns.
AI Express cancels some flights due to rostering system issues
Air India Express cancelled flights due to crew rostering issues impacting cabin crew and pilots' scheduling, including 7 flights at Delhi airport and unspecified cancellations at other airports. No comment from Air India Express. Previous disruptions included a cabin crew strike and a conciliation meeting regarding termination letters with attendance from airline representatives.
AI Express operations almost back to normal; no flight cancellation on Tue: Officials
The strike by the cabin crew was called last Thursday and the Tata Group-owned carrier also withdrew termination letters issued to 25 cabin crew following a conciliation meeting convened by the chief labour commissioner in the national capital.
Woman unable to see hospitalised husband before his death due to Air India Express flight cancellations
On May 12, the airline announced that it was gradually restoring its flights and stabilizing its network, with full normalcy expected by Tuesday. On the same day, the cabin crew union reported that all members who had called in sick had returned to duty by May 11.
Did you make your connecting flight? You may have AI to thank
In Chicago last month, a United Airlines flight bound for London was poised for departure, yet 13 passengers were still en route from Costa Rica. The airline anticipated they would miss the flight by a mere seven minutes. Typically, this would prompt a rush to reschedule. However, with the aid of a novel artificial intelligence tool dubbed ConnectionSaver, the aircraft remained grounded, allowing the passengers—and their checked luggage—to catch up, ensuring the timely arrival in London.
AI Express slowly restoring flights; cabin crew union says all members have joined duty
Air India Express is gradually resuming flights and restoring its network, aiming for full normalcy by Tuesday morning. The airline, owned by Tata Group, faced cancellations due to a cabin crew strike but reports indicate members are returning to duty. Despite a glitch in scheduling software, operations are stabilizing.
AI Express-cabin crew conciliation process: Labour dept to seek inputs from DGCA
The regional labour commissioner will involve aviation regulator DGCA in the ongoing conciliation process regarding a dispute between Air India Express management and a section of cabin crew members. Air India Express is merging AIX Connect, formerly AirAsia India, with itself. A union representing a section of the cabin crew filed a complaint last year, raising concerns about room sharing during layovers. The matter is under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
AI Express flight cancellations: Cong, CPI seek Aviation Ministry intervention
Leader of Opposition in the state assembly V D Satheesan wrote to Union Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia highlighting the plight of the passengers and seeking his urgent intervention to ensure alternative travel arrangements for those affected.
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