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Air India’s bold leap: first phase of legacy A320 retrofit programme completed

November 3, 2025

Air India has completed the retrofit of its 27 legacy A320neo aircraft within a record one‑year window, part of a USD 400 million fleet modernisation initiative. With these refurbished aircraft, plus newly delivered A320neos and A320 Family jets integrated after the Vistara merger, Air India now operates 104 A320 Family aircraft featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors across 3,024 weekly flights on 82 domestic and short‑haul international routes. The upgraded cabins offer a consistent three‑class product with refreshed Business, Premium […]

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You Won’t Believe What Air India Express Just Did to Its Boeing 737-8 Cabins!

October 28, 2025

Air India Express is rewriting the rules of low-cost flying in India. The airline has unveiled its first retrofitted Boeing 737-8 aircraft at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, showcasing a cabin that blends style, comfort, and technology. This milestone is part of a larger transformation journey that began with its refreshed brand identity in October 2023 and now extends to an ambitious Winter 2025 schedule. A Cabin That Feels Premium Step inside the new Boeing 737-8, and you’ll notice […]

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Air India and Airbus Launch Advanced Pilot Training Hub in Gurugram

September 30, 2025

Air India and Airbus have opened a new pilot training centre in Gurugram, Haryana. This modern facility is part of the Air India Aviation Training Academy. It shows their strong focus on building skilled aviation talent in India. Meeting the Growing Demand for Pilots India’s aviation sector is growing fast. Air India has ordered over 570 new aircraft. To support this growth, the airline needs many more trained pilots. This new centre will train over 5,000 pilots in the next […]

Air India’s US$400 Million Fleet Retrofit Programme Elevates Passenger Experience and Aircraft Reliability

August 13, 2025

Air India has taken a decisive step in its transformation journey by launching a US$400 million aircraft retrofit programme. The airline aims to deliver a world-class flying experience and improve operational reliability across its legacy fleet, reinforcing its position as a premium global carrier. Air India Begins Widebody Aircraft Cabin Upgrades Air India has started retrofitting its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner fleet, sending the first aircraft (VT-ANT) to Boeing’s Victorville facility in California in July 2025. The airline plans to send a second aircraft in October, with both returning to […]

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Air India’s Bold Move: Transforming Pilot Training with South Asia’s Largest Training Fleet

December 20, 2024

In a significant move that underscores its commitment to bolstering aviation training infrastructure, Air India has announced the acquisition of 34 trainer aircraft to support its ambitious pilot training expansion. This strategic investment positions Air India as a leader in aviation training across the South Asian region, aligning with the airline’s broader transformation under the Tata Group’s ownership. This step is not just about adding planes; it’s about reshaping the future of aviation in India and South Asia. Why This […]

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Trip Report: Delhi to Mumbai Onboard Air India’s Boeing 777-300ER

November 14, 2023

With Diwali approaching, a customary time for people to return home, we made reservations with Air India for our journey. Air India offers a range of aircraft for the route between the national capital and the financial capital. After conducting thorough research to ensure we would be traveling on one of their wide-body planes, we settled on AI441, an evening flight from Delhi to Mumbai operated by the Boeing 777-300ER. As Diwali is a peak travel period, the hustle and […]

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Air India Places A Massive 800 CFM LEAP Engines Order for its Narrow-body Aircraft

July 21, 2023

Air India has recently inked a significant agreement with CFM International, the joint venture of GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, to acquire over 800 CFM LEAP engines to propel its upcoming narrow body aircraft fleet. The airline had earlier placed a substantial order for 470 planes from leading manufacturers Airbus and Boeing, with a predominant focus on the Airbus A320neo family and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Modern engines for modern fleet of aircraft Under this new deal, Air India […]

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Air India Finalizes 470-Plane Order with Airbus and Boeing

June 22, 2023

Air India has finalized purchase agreements with Airbus and Boeing for its massive 470-aircraft order, which was announced in February. The agreements, valued at $70 billion based on the list price of the aircraft, were signed during the ongoing Paris Air Show 2023 event. List of Aircraft in the Order The firm orders placed by Air India include 34 A350-1000, 6 A350-900, 140 Airbus A320neo and 70 Airbus A321neo from Airbus. It also includes 20 787 Dreamliners, 10 Boeing 777X wide-body […]

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Air India Continues Rescue Operation for Indians in Ukraine | Operation Ganga

February 27, 2022

The whole world is worried about the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Citizens from various countries are stuck in the war struck regions of Ukraine which are being invaded by Russia. While the tensions keep mounting, several Indian nationals, including students have been stuck in Ukraine for over the last few days. After Ukraine airspace was completely closed yesterday, Air India‘s flight from Delhi to Kiev had to return back. The aircraft was over the Iranian airspace when it was diverted back […]

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Tata Group Onboards Air India | The Maharaja Returns Home

January 27, 2022

January 27, 2022, Tata Group announced that it has completed the transaction of purchasing India’s flag carrier, Air India, from the Government of India. The Tata Group now takes the command of the management of Air India after a whooping 69 years, going back to where it all began. On October 8, 2021, the Tata Group had won the bid of Air India privatisation after submitting a 18000 crore bid. The total permanent and contractual employee strength of Air India […]

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