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Tata Group-owned Air India and its subsidiary Air India Express reported a combined net loss of Rs 22,238 crore in FY26, more than double the previous year’s loss, as revenues fell nearly 9% to Rs 71,870 crore. Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran told shareholders the airline’s turnaround is a long-term process, likely spanning 5–10 years.

Air India is carrying out phased modifications to certain Boeing 787 Dreamliners following a US FAA airworthiness directive on door assist handles. The airline said flight operations and safety remain unaffected while upgrades are completed across affected aircraft

India's domestic air passenger traffic declined nearly 12 per cent to 1.35 crore in June from May, DGCA data showed. IndiGo increased its market share to 66.3 per cent, while airlines paid compensation for cancellations, delays and denied boarding

Air India Group expects to receive 50-60 new aircraft over the next 18 months as its transformation programme remains on track despite supply chain disruptions, geopolitical challenges and delivery delays. The airline also plans to restore services and modernise its fleet

Air India's Maharaja Club has partnered with the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India as its Official Travel Partner from August 2026 to April 2027. The partnership will support players' travel while offering exclusive golf experiences and hospitality benefits to Maharaja Club members

An Air India aircraft mistakenly took a wrong turn on the taxiway at Ahmedabad airport, coming in front of an IndiGo plane preparing for takeoff. Both A320 aircraft stopped at a safe distance of around 200 metres.

Air India will begin direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from August 4, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced. The move is expected to strengthen international connectivity, boost tourism, trade and investment, and enhance Guwahati’s role as a regional aviation hub

Air India has introduced a basic fare category on select domestic routes that does not include complimentary meals. The airline said the optional fare is aimed at price-conscious travellers and is being tested on a pilot basis before a final decision

Air New Zealand is assessing the feasibility of launching direct flights to India, CEO Nikhil Ravishankar said. The airline sees growing opportunities following the India–New Zealand free trade agreement and is working with Air India and Singapore Airlines to strengthen connectivity

The DGCA is investigating damage to three parked Air India aircraft at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after ground support equipment struck them during sudden strong winds and rain. All affected A320 planes have been grounded for inspection and repairs

Probe has been launched after three Air India aircraft were damaged at Indira Gandhi International Airport when ground equipment was displaced by sudden heavy rain and winds. Aircraft were grounded for inspection as authorities review airport safety and weather response

IndiGo will reduce domestic flight capacity by 5-7 per cent between June and August 2026 amid weaker travel demand and rising operational costs. The airline has also cut international capacity, while a smoke scare involving an IndiGo flight was reported in Bengaluru

Air India said it was arranging alternative flights for passengers and providing assistance, including refreshments, hotel accommodation and rescheduling options

Air India operates around 4,400 weekly flights. Out of them, about 3,600 are domestic, and 800 are international services

Chief executives of Air India, Tata Digital and Tata Electronics — key group bets facing mounting losses — made presentations; Chandrasekaran’s reappointment may be discussed on June 12.

An Air India flight from Bengaluru to Delhi experienced an engine fire alert during landing at Delhi airport on Thursday. The crew declared a full emergency but landed safely, with all passengers and crew disembarking without harm.

An Air India flight AI2651 suffered a tail strike while landing at Bengaluru airport, prompting grounding and cancellation of the return service. All 179 passengers and crew were safe, and the aircraft will undergo detailed inspection as per aviation safety protocols

Air India has suspended several international flights for three months from June due to rising jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The airline has also intensified cost-control measures and employee compliance actions amid mounting financial and operational pressure

Air India will suspend and reduce several international flights from June for three months due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The Tata Group airline is also tightening cost controls, cutting expenses, and enforcing stricter compliance amid mounting financial losses

Air India terminated over 1,000 employees in three years for ethical violations, including misuse of staff travel benefits and baggage irregularities, CEO Campbell Wilson said. The airline is also implementing cost-cutting measures amid mounting financial losses