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IndiGo cancels nearly 90 flights as disruptions continue in Delhi
IndiGo, the largest airline from Delhi airport's Terminal 1, has cancelled around 90 flights due to a roof collapse. SpiceJet's flights have been diverted to Terminals 2 and 3, but the number of SpiceJet flights shifted to these terminals is unknown. The airport's roof collapsed during heavy rains, causing at least one death and six injuries. The Indian Institute of Technology and the GMR group have set up committees to investigate the incident.
Delhi airport T1 shutdown: Over 20 flights cancelled on Saturday
Following the roof collapse incident, the operations at T1 were suspended on Friday. The flights that were to be operated from the terminal have been shifted to Terminal 2 (T2) and Terminal 3 (T3). On Friday, Delhi airport operator DIAL said it has set up a technical committee to probe the roof collapse at the airport's Terminal 1.
Delhi Airport Terminal Collapse: Operations halted at T1, at least 130 flights canceled
A canopy collapse at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 led to a suspension of operations, affecting 128 flights. Passengers were redirected to Terminals 2 and 3. The Civil Aviation Ministry set up a "war room" for crisis management. Authorities are investigating, with steps planned to prevent future incidents. Airlines and the airport are managing increased traffic at the remaining terminals.
Proactive measures initiated after Delhi airport canopy collapse incident, says Aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu
Following the canopy collapse at Delhi Airport's Terminal 1, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced immediate measures. A war room was established to ensure refunds or alternate flights for affected passengers within seven days. The Minister expressed condolences for the loss of life and emphasized safety measures, including inspections by IIT Delhi engineers. Flight operations have shifted to Terminals 2 and 3, with advisories issued to airlines to maintain fare stability. Long-term safety policies are under review.
Ensure there is no abnormal surge in airfares for Delhi flights, govt tells airlines
The civil aviation ministry has requested airlines to avoid an abnormal surge in airfares for flights to and from Delhi due to the suspension of operations at Delhi airport's Terminal 1 following a roof collapse incident. The closure has led to flight cancellations and operations being shifted to Terminals 2 and 3.
Delhi Airport Terminal roof collapse: All operations from T1 suspended till further notice
Delhi International Airport Limited suspended operations from Terminal 1 due to a roof collapse, resulting in one death and eight injuries. Heavy rainfall caused the incident. Support beams and cars were damaged. The airport has announced compensation for the deceased and injured families.
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Delhi rains: Airlines cancel flights from Terminal 1 due to roof collapse incident at Delhi Airport
IndiGo and SpiceJet cancelled all flights to and from Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport on Friday following a roof collapse incident caused by heavy rains. The collapse occurred around 5 am, injuring several people. Emergency personnel are providing assistance and medical aid. All departures from Terminal 1 are suspended, and check-in counters are closed.
Air India to introduce Airbus A350-900 on Delhi-London Heathrow route from September
Air India will deploy Airbus A350-900 aircraft on the Delhi-London Heathrow route from September 1, operating two daily flights. The new aircraft will replace Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on 14 of 17 weekly flights, adding 336 seats per week. CEO Campbell Wilson stated it's a milestone in elevating guest experience with upgraded cabins. New Airbus planes will upgrade 90% of Air India's London Heathrow flights.
Air India Express announces Splash Sale, offering tickets starting Rs 883
Under the “Biggest Splash Sale Ever” offer, Air India Express is offering two types of tickets. The Xpress Lite fares starts from Rs 883 and are being offered without convenience fee. The Xpress Value fares start from Rs 1096.
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.
Bon Voyage! Airlines give wings to your holiday plans
Indian carriers like MakeMyTrip, IndiGo, and Cleartrip have added direct flights to various destinations, leading to a significant increase in outbound tourist numbers from India.
Noida airport to launch flight service by April 2025 amid construction delays
The Noida International Airport, initially set to launch by September 2024, now expects to start flights by April 2025 due to construction delays. Located in Jewar, near Delhi, the airport's advanced construction includes a runway and terminal. The project aims to accommodate 12 million passengers annually in its first phase.
Hoax bomb threat to Air Arabia flight in Kerala's Calicut airport
A hoax bomb threat was made to an Air Arabia flight from Calicut International airport, causing the aircraft to be grounded. A passenger left a note stating 'bomb' on one of the seats, which was found by ground staff. The flight was grounded and the bomb detection squad conducted a thorough inspection. The flight was rescheduled for 5 pm, and passengers have been provided with food and water.
Flying windows, fatal turbulence: Is flying in planes safe right now? Here is how to understand disruptions
Air travel disruptions, from minor mechanical issues to severe incidents, often cause anxiety but are rarely dangerous. Aviation experts stress that these problems are usually manageable due to rigorous safety protocols and backup systems, ensuring that flying remains one of the safest modes of transportation despite occasional alarming events.
IndiGo partners with Garuda Aviation Academy to train fresh pilots as junior first officers
IndiGo partners with Garuda Aviation Academy for Cadet Pilot Program, offering a 21-month course including training at 43 Air School in South Africa.
Hyderabad-Kuala Lumpur flight turns around after pilot notices snag mid-air, lands safely
A Malaysia Airlines flight, MH 199, from Hyderabad to Kuala Lumpur made an emergency landing back in Hyderabad due to a technical snag in one of the engines mid-air. The flight, carrying 138 passengers, took off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in the early hours of Thursday but had to return to the airport for safety reasons.
Air India changed the tickets of an elderly couple, placing them on different flights
An elderly couple's tickets were altered by Air India without their knowledge. Dushyant Arora shared the incident involving his partner's heart patient parents set to fly to Newark, New Jersey, but found their destinations changed when attempting to check in.
India shuns China's calls to resume passenger flights after 4 years
China is urging India to resume direct passenger flights after a four-year hiatus, but India resists due to ongoing border tensions. The 2020 Himalayan clash severely strained relations, leading India to block Chinese investments and apps. While China seeks flight resumption for economic recovery, India demands border peace first.
SpiceJet says AC in Delhi-Darbhanga flight "experienced slight inefficiency" during boarding
SpiceJet, a Gurugram-based carrier, faced air conditioning issues during boarding at Delhi Airport on flight SG 476 to Darbhanga on June 19. Passengers waited inside the aircraft without AC for an hour.
IndiGo shifts international operations to terminal 3 at Lucknow airport
IndiGo has announced that starting today, all international flights at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow will operate from the newly constructed terminal 3. The airline has proactively informed passengers through SMS, calls, and emails about this change. IndiGo advises passengers to check their terminal by retrieving their PNR on the airline's website or mobile app to avoid any inconvenience.
SpiceJet passengers on Delhi-Darbhanga flight suffer inside plane for over an hour due to AC failure amid heatwave
Passengers aboard SpiceJet flight SG 486 from Delhi to Darbhanga endured over an hour without air conditioning amidst a severe heatwave, causing discomfort and health concerns. Elderly and young passengers suffered from heat exhaustion. Meanwhile, an IndiGo flight to Bagdogra was delayed nearly 4 hours due to technical issues exacerbated by high temperatures at Delhi's airport
IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai receives bomb threat; lands safely
A Mumbai-bound IndiGo flight from Chennai was subjected to a bomb threat on Wednesday. The flight landed safely in Mumbai at around 10:30 pm. IndiGo stated that all passengers disembarked from the plane without incident.
Heatwave delays IndiGo flight from Delhi to Bagdogra by 4 hours; Here's what happened
The IndiGo flight delay, caused by the ongoing heatwave in Delhi where temperatures have soared to 45°C, led to flight 6E 2521 departing significantly later than its scheduled time of 2:10 PM. According to FlightRadar24, the flight eventually took off around 6:15 PM.
Air India's direct flight service between Vijayawada and Mumbai launched
Air India launched direct flight service between Vijayawada and Mumbai at Vijayawada International Airport in Gannavaram. Inaugurated by MPs Vallabhaneni Balashowry and Kesineni Sivanadh (Chinni). Vijayawada International Airport Director Lakshmikantha Reddy announced the daily flight service A-320 connecting Western India. The flight also provides connections to international destinations like Middle East, Europe, US. The flight schedule includes departures at 3.
Flight ticket prices down soon? Aviation minister's promise; Why are they so costly?
Telugu Desam Party MP Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu on Thursday assumed the charge of Civil Aviation Minister. The 36-year-old three-time MP is the youngest Cabinet Minister in the Modi 3.0 government. On a question related to high air ticket prices, the minister said, "I am going to hold review meetings. Definitely, my intention would be to bring down the (ticket) prices because that is a challenge for the common man. Our intention is to take air travel to the common man, unless you make it affordable, it is not going to happen," the minister said".
Want to make airways the new railways, says Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, aims to make air travel affordable to the common man by addressing airfare fluctuations. The steps to be taken to achieve this will be taken by the ministry. Despite the UDAAN scheme and market growth, external factors like Covid have impacted airfares. Discussions to reduce prices are forthcoming, prompted by concerns over high fares during peak seasons and the need for better price regulation in the rapidly growing aviation market.
IndiGo, Air India upgrade playbooks to keep up with India's rising middle class
India's rising affluence is driving a significant shift in the lifestyle of the middle class, with a growing preference for premium products and experiences, both on the ground and in the sky. Airlines are capitalizing on this trend by offering luxurious amenities to cater to the surging demand, such as roomier seats, gourmet meals served on designer tableware, and lavish vanity kits.
DGCA de-rosters Mumbai ATC officer after near-miss incident
In the early hours of Saturday, IndiGo flight 5053, arriving from Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport (IDR), landed on runway 27 while Air India flight 657 was still in the process of taking off for Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV). Both flights involved Airbus A320neo aircraft. The close timing of the landing and takeoff created a hazardous situation that could have resulted in a significant accident.
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