Air India Reduces International Flights After Ahmedabad Crash
Why Air India Is Cutting Flights
After the recent crash of flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, Air India has decided to cut back on its international flights using widebody aircraft by 15%. This change is happening between now and June 20, and may continue until mid-July.
Air India cuts 15% of widebody international flights after the AI171 crash. DGCA safety checks underway on Boeing 787 aircraft. Know what it means for you.
This decision comes as part of a safety and stability plan
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Inspections After the Incident
- Air India runs many of its long-distance international flights using Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
- The aviation safety body, DGCA, asked Air India to check these aircraft closely.
- Out of 33 Dreamliners, 26 have already been inspected.
- The remaining 7 aircraft will be checked soon.
The DGCA has cleared the inspected planes so far, saying they are safe to fly.
What This Means for Passengers
Cutting 15% of international flights may lead to:
- Flight delays or cancellations
- Trouble for regular travelers
- Less availability of flights in the coming weeks
Air India says the decision is to build up backup aircraft in case other problems come up suddenly.
What’s Next?
Even though flights are being reduced, this step is mainly for better safety and smoother operations. Passengers are advised to check their flight status and stay in touch with the airline before traveling.
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