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Mint
an hour ago
- Business
- Mint
‘Not due to technical snag': Air India clarifies after flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick gets cancelled
Air India has issued a statement after its flight AI159 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick got cancelled, clarifying it was not due to a technical snag. The flight, as per the airline, was unavailable due to airspace restrictions and precautionary checks. In a statement issued on Tuesday, an Air India spokesperson said that the Ahmedabad-Gatwick flight was unavailable due to longer turnaround time of the aircraft, denying reports of 'technical snag'. 'Flight AI159 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick has been cancelled today due to the unavailability of the aircraft, resulting from airspace restrictions and additional precautionary checks, leading to longer than usual turnaround of aircraft, and not due to any technical snag as claimed,' Air India said. The airline said that it has provided alternative arrangement for passengers and have provided them with hotel accommodations. 'We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers and have made alternative arrangements to fly them to their destination. We are providing hotel accommodation and also offering full refunds on cancellations or complimentary rescheduling if opted by the passengers,' Air India said. As a result of this, flight AI170 from London Gatwick to Amritsar was also cancelled. "Consequently, flight AI170 from London Gatwick to Amritsar on 17th June stands cancelled,' the airline said. (This is a developing story. Check back for updates)
Time of India
an hour ago
- Business
- Time of India
Several flights cancelled today: Here's the full list
Following the tragic AI171 crash, passengers are experiencing significant disruptions as numerous international flights to and from India face cancellations and operational suspensions. Technical concerns, fleet availability, and crew readiness contribute to the chaos, leaving travelers stranded with last-minute notifications and inadequate support. Several Air India flights, along with an Azerbaijan Airlines service, are among those affected, causing widespread frustration. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Full list of flights impacted today Flight No Airline Origin Destination Time Status AI 915 Air India Delhi Dubai 16:50 Cancelled AI 153 Air India Delhi Vienna 13:50 Cancelled AI 143 Air India Delhi Paris 13:15 Cancelled AI 159 Air India Ahmedabad London 13.10 Cancelled AI 165 Air India Delhi London Heathrow 15.10 Not operating J260 Azerbaijan Airlines Mumbai Baku 2.25 Cancelled AI170 Air India London Gatwick Amritsar 20.25 Cancelled 6E 2706 IndiGo Muscat Delhi 7.50 Diverted to Nagpur Passengers flying in and out of India continue to face widespread disruptions, with several international flights cancelled or not operating on Tuesday, June ongoing irregularities follow the deadly crash of AI171 last week, a Dreamliner bound for London, that killed all 241 onboard and has since intensified operational scrutiny and technical checks within the of Tuesday, at least seven international flights, mostly departing from Delhi and Mumbai, have either been cancelled or marked non-operational. Over the weekend, a San Francisco–Mumbai service was held up in Kolkata, while a Hong Kong–Delhi Dreamliner had to return to its origin shortly after take-off due to a suspected technical snag. Earlier on Tuesday noon, the new AI159 service from Ahmedabad to London, introduced after retiring the AI171 number, was also cancellations have added to passenger frustration, with many international travellers reporting last-minute notifications, inadequate alternative arrangements, and long wait times at customer assistance is to be noted that a "cancelled" flight is a service permanently removed from the day's operational schedule, while a "not operating" or "non-operational" status typically signals a temporary suspension, with the flight still part of the airline's timetable in the near some disruptions appear to stem from direct technical concerns, others may be related to fleet availability, crew readiness, or aircraft grounding.
Hans India
an hour ago
- Hans India
Air India London Flight Cancelled Due To Technical Glitch; Same Route As AI 171 Crash
Just days after the tragic crash of Air India flight AI 171, the airline has cancelled another London-bound flight from Ahmedabad due to a technical issue. Scheduled to depart at 1:10 PM on Tuesday, flight AI 159 was meant to be the first on this route since the deadly incident last week that claimed 274 lives. According to officials, the aircraft—another Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner—developed a fault and could not take off. Passengers were informed of the cancellation and assured of full refunds. This marks the fourth technical snag involving an Air India aircraft within 24 hours, raising growing concerns over the airline's fleet maintenance and safety practices. Meanwhile, earlier on Tuesday, an Air India flight (AI 180) en route from San Francisco to Mumbai experienced engine trouble during a scheduled stopover at Kolkata. Passengers were deplaned safely. On Monday, flight AI 315—a Dreamliner flying from Hong Kong to Delhi—was forced to return shortly after take-off due to a suspected mechanical fault. That same day, an Air India Express flight from Delhi to Ranchi also had to return to the capital after a snag was detected mid-air.
India.com
an hour ago
- India.com
Air India AI 159 Grounded: Tech Issues Haunt Same Route As AI 171 Disaster
New Delhi: Air India's flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London was cancelled due to a technical glitch detected during routine checks. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, scheduled to depart at 1:10 pm, was grounded hours before takeoff as a precautionary measure. This cancellation comes just days after a devastating plane crash on the same route, which claimed 274 lives. The airline cited "operational issues" as the reason for the cancellation without providing further details. Passengers expressed frustration over the lack of information and facilities provided to them, with some complaining about the sudden cancellation without prior notice. A passenger told ANI that the Air India flight AI-159 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, has been suddenly cancelled. "I was going to Gatwick, London, by the 1 p.m. Air India flight, but I have just learned that the flight has been cancelled. The crew members could not give any reason for the flight cancellation or details on a fare refund," the passenger added. #WATCH | Ahmedabad | Passengers of Air India flight AI-159 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick say the flight has been suddenly cancelled An AI-159 flight passenger says, "I was going to Gatwick, London, by the 1 p.m. Air India flight, but I have just learned that the flight has… — ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025 Another passenger said, "We have been told that today's flight has been cancelled and it will depart at 1100 hours tomorrow. All passengers here are troubled." #WATCH | Ahmedabad | A relative of an AI-159 passenger says, "We have been told that today's flight has been cancelled and it will depart at 1100 hours tomorrow. All passengers here are troubled." — ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025 This incident adds to Air India's recent woes, including a technical snag in one of its engines on a San Francisco to Mumbai flight, which forced passengers to deplane at Kolkata airport, and a Delhi-bound flight that returned to Hong Kong due to a suspected technical issue.
Irish Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Air India flight on same route as disastrous crash cancelled days after tragedy
An Air India flight scheduled for the same route as the plane that crashed last week has been cancelled. Flight AI 159 was planned to depart Ahmedabad, India, at 1.10pm local time on Tuesday, and arrive at Gatwick airport at 6.25pm GMT. Air India's website shows the flight was initially delayed by one hour and 50 minutes but has since been cancelled. No reason has been given by the airline but Indian newspaper the Hindustan Times reported that an airport official said the cancellation was 'due to operational issues'. An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after take-off on June 12 in what was one of the deadliest plane accidents in recent memory. The aircraft struck a medical college hostel in a residential part of Ahmedabad, killing 241 of the 242 people on board, 52 of whom were British. The sole surviving passenger was Briton Vishwash Kumar Ramesh. Investigators are yet to determine the cause of the crash.
