Air India Cuts 38 International Flights, Suspends 3 Routes Till July 15 to Ensure Safety and Stability

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Air India Cuts 38 International Flights, Suspends 3 Routes Till July 15 to Ensure Safety and Stability

Air India, owned by the Tata Group, has


announced a temporary cutback in its international flight operations. The airline will suspend 38 international flights per week and temporarily halt three international routes from June 21 to July 15, 2025, in an effort to enhance operational safety and reduce last-minute passenger inconvenience.



✈️ What’s Changing?

🔴 Routes Suspended Till July 15:

  • Delhi – Nairobi (4 flights per week)

  • Amritsar – London Gatwick (3 flights per week)

  • Goa (Mopa) – London Gatwick (3 flights per week)

📉 Flights Reduced on These 18 International Routes:

🌎 North America:

  • Delhi – Toronto

  • Delhi – Vancouver

  • Delhi – San Francisco

  • Delhi – Chicago

  • Delhi – Washington

🇪🇺 Europe:

  • Delhi – London Heathrow

  • Bengaluru – London Heathrow

  • Amritsar – Birmingham

  • Delhi – Birmingham

  • Delhi – Paris

  • Delhi – Milan

  • Delhi – Copenhagen

  • Delhi – Vienna

  • Delhi – Amsterdam

🌏 Australia & Far East:

  • Delhi – Melbourne

  • Delhi – Sydney

  • Delhi – Tokyo (Haneda)

  • Delhi – Seoul (Incheon)

🛡️ Why the Reduction?

Air India is currently managing several operational challenges, including the aftermath of a fatal plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, along with airspace restrictions in the Middle East, night curfews at international airports, and routine airline maintenance issues.

According to a statement from the airline:

“The reductions arise from the decision to voluntarily undertake enhanced pre-flight safety checks, as well as accommodate additional flight durations arising from airspace closures in the Middle East.”

🗣️ CEO’s Statement to Flyers

Campbell Wilson, CEO & MD of Air India, addressed passengers directly, saying:

“As a confidence-building measure, the airline has elected to continue enhanced pre-flight safety checks on its Boeing 787 fleet and, additionally, its Boeing 777 aircraft.”

He added:

“This (reduction in services) will allow us to have more backup aircraft ready to handle any unexpected issues. We understand that this temporary reduction may affect your travel plans, and we’re deeply sorry for any inconvenience.”

🤝 Support for Affected Passengers

Air India has committed to proactively reaching out to impacted travelers with options including:

  • Re-accommodation on alternative flights

  • Complimentary rescheduling

  • Full refunds, depending on passenger preference

Passengers are encouraged to check their flight status and contact customer service for assistance.

🔍 Summary

While the move may disrupt some travel plans in the short term, Air India emphasized that the focus is on safety, reliability, and avoiding last-minute cancellations. The temporary curtailment of wide-body international flights — around 15% of Air India’s long-haul network — reflects a broader effort to stabilize schedules and enhance safety protocols.

📌 Source:

Original article by Rediff News – Read full report here


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⚠️ Disclaimer:

This article is AI-generated based on publicly available news reports and statements. For official updates and flight-specific information, please visit Air India’s website or contact their support team directly.


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