London-bound Air India flight returns to Mumbai after three hours in air
India: An Air India flight (AIC129) bound for London from Mumbai returned to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport after approximately three hours in the air on Friday, June 13, 2025.
According to Air India, the flight's return was a precautionary measure due to the "emerging situation in Iran" and the subsequent closure of Iranian airspace. This action was taken to ensure the safety of passengers amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.
This incident is part of a broader series of diversions and returns for multiple Air India international flights affected by the airspace restrictions over Iran. Air India has stated they regret the inconvenience caused to passengers and are working to minimize disruptions, including providing accommodation, refunds on cancellations, or complimentary rescheduling options.
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