Air India plane crash: Several flights to Ahmedabad cancelled, advisory issued
In the wake of the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171, which was en route from Ahmedabad to London, all flights from Delhi Airport Terminal 1 to Ahmedabad were cancelled as a precaution. The cancellations were part of a larger safety response to the incident, including the temporary closure of Ahmedabad Airport and enhanced security measures across multiple airports.Authorities later confirmed that Ahmedabad Airport is now operational, and flight services are gradually returning to normal.advertisementLIST OF CANCELLED FLIGHTS:Akasa Air: 2 flights cancelledIndiGo: 3 flights cancelledJAL (Japan Airlines): 1 flight cancelledQantas: 1 flight cancelledIndiGo Issues Travel Advisory, Offers Full Refunds and SupportIn response to the Ahmedabad Airport incident, IndiGo shared a travel advisory on social media, confirming flight disruptions due to runway restrictions. The airline expressed sympathy for the affected families and informed passengers about flexible rebooking and refund options.'Following the incident near Ahmedabad Airport and the resulting runway restrictions, flight operations are impacted.Our thoughts are with the families of those affected.If your flight is impacted, you may rebook or claim a full refund via our website.Our teams remain on standby across all channels to support you.' — @IndiGo6E on X
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advertisementLive| Air India plane crash Live Updates: Ahmedabad airport ops resume after brief pause over Air India flight crashThe Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Air India Flight AI171, which was headed to London Gatwick Airport, crashed shortly after takeoff near the Meghaninagar area of Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board at the time of the accident. In response to the crash, Ahmedabad Airport was temporarily closed, and all flight operations were suspended. However, authorities have now confirmed that the airport is operational again.Airlines operating flights from Delhi Terminal 1 to Ahmedabad have cancelled their flights, prioritising passenger safety and convenience. They are offering full refunds or rebooking options to affected passengers.Passengers are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport and stay in touch with their airlines for the latest updates. Airport and airline authorities are providing all possible assistance to travellers.This accident is a major blow to Indian aviation, and a thorough investigation is underway. Officials have assured that the cause of the crash will be determined through a detailed enquiry.Hotline number 1800 5691 444 can be dialled to get updates on passengers directly from Air India.Trending Reel
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