Turbulence for Air India: 8 Flights Cancelled Amid Ongoing Safety Crisis, Including 4 International Routes

Air India continues to reel under operational strain following the deadly Ahmedabad crash, with eight more flights canceled on Friday—four international and four domestic. The cancellations have been attributed to maintenance and operational challenges, according to an official airline statement.

Full Refunds and Rebooking Offered

The airline assured passengers of full refunds or free rescheduling. “We regret the inconvenience caused. Our ground teams are arranging alternative travel for affected passengers,” the statement read.

List of Cancelled Flights:

• International:

  • Dubai to Chennai – AI906

  • Delhi to Melbourne – AI308

  • Melbourne to Delhi – AI309

  • Dubai to Hyderabad – AI2204

• Domestic:

  • Pune to Delhi – AI874

  • Ahmedabad to Delhi – AI456

  • Hyderabad to Mumbai – AI2872

  • Chennai to Mumbai – AI571

Advisory for Passengers

Air India has advised passengers to check real-time flight status on airindia.com or call 011-69329333 / 011-69329999 before heading to the airport. The airline warned of further potential disruptions due to airspace restrictions, weather conditions, and intensified aircraft checks.

Broader Crisis Following Crash

This disruption comes in the aftermath of the catastrophic Ahmedabad–London Gatwick Dreamliner crash, which claimed 271 lives, including 30 civilians on the ground. The DGCA has launched a fleet-wide safety review of Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

As per reports:

• Over 66 Dreamliner flights have been canceled since the June 12 crash.

• 24 of 33 Dreamliners have been inspected, with inspections ongoing.

• Two jets remain grounded in Delhi due to maintenance issues.

Air India to Cut International Routes Temporarily

Earlier, the airline announced a temporary suspension of three international routes from June 21 to July 15, 2025, and a general reduction in international services during this period.