On August 22, Air India flight AI657, en route from Mumbai to Thiruvananthapuram, encountered a specific security alert during its cruise. In response, the flight crew promptly executed all necessary security protocols, ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers was prioritized throughout the incident. The aircraft landed safely at Thiruvananthapuram Airport and was directed to a remote bay for thorough checks by security agencies. All passengers and crew disembarked without incident. Air India remains committed to the highest standards of safety and security, and we appreciate the cooperation and understanding of all passengers during this process. The airline’s top priority is always the safety and security of its passengers and crew, and we continue to work closely with relevant authorities to resolve the situation swiftly.
22 August,2024 02:52 PM IST
The Delhi Airport has received a bomb threat on a Varanasi-bound IndiGo flight on May 28. A tissue paper, with the word ‘bomb’ written on it, was found in the Indigo flight 6E2211 from lavatory at the airport. Soon after the authorities received info, the aircraft has been moved to an isolation bay for investigation. As per the Airport Official, the Aviation security and a bomb disposal team rushed to the spot to tackle any possible danger. All the passenger onboarding the IndiGo flight were evacuated through the emergency door. According to Delhi Fire Service, all passengers are safe and flight is being inspected. Post the completion of all security checks, the bomb threat turned out to be a hoax, informed a senior CISF official. Watch video for more.
28 May,2024 11:13 AM IST
Para-athlete Suvarna Raj, who has represented the country in global events, on February 3 accused the IndiGo airline crew of 'mistreatment', saying she requested the carrier to provide her a personal wheelchair at the aircraft door but the staff did not respond. On the IndiGo’s mistreatment, Suvarna alleged that she was mistreated by IndiGo crew members while taking a flight from New Delhi to Chennai. Suvarna had booked seat number 39D(Aisle) on the Chennai-bound flight on Friday. Speaking to ANI, Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj said, “...I told them 10 times that I want my personal wheelchair at the aircraft door, but no matter how many times you tell them, they don't listen.
07 February,2024 02:22 PM IST
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated India's and Air India's first Airbus A350 aircraft on the first day of Wings India 2024. This not only marks the arrival of state-of-the-art aircraft to Air India's fleet but also signifies India's growing stature as a major player in the global aviation industry.
19 January,2024 10:51 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
