international routes
DGCA Grants Limited Flight Time Extension for Air India's Boeing 787 Long-Haul International Routes
Nov 01, 2025 08:32 am CST
The aviation regulator has granted Air India a limited exemption allowing their Boeing 787 flights on specific long-haul international routes to exceed standard flight and duty time limits under certain conditions. Effective from October 26, 2025, to March 31, 2026, this exemption applies only when flight times increase after departure due to unforeseen circumstances, providing operational flexibility while maintaining safety standards.
Air India Express Accelerates Fleet Expansion with 20-24 New Aircraft in 2026: Transforming India's Aviation Landscape
Oct 29, 2025 02:11 am CST
Air India Express plans to add 20-24 aircraft in 2026 as part of a major fleet expansion strategy. The airline is retrofitting 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft while balancing domestic and international growth. With enhanced cabin features and a strategic focus on metro to tier-2/3 city connections, the carrier aims to strengthen its position in India's rapidly growing aviation market while operating under a value-oriented low-cost model.
IndiGo Launches Daily Direct Flights Between Mumbai and London with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Oct 28, 2025 02:56 am CST
IndiGo has inaugurated direct daily flights connecting Mumbai and London using leased Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. This expansion follows the airline's recent launch of services to Copenhagen, Amsterdam, and Manchester, alongside resumed China operations. With over 400 aircraft, IndiGo now operates more than 2,200 daily flights, strengthening its international network and enhancing connectivity between India and global destinations.
Indian Pilots Association Challenges DGCA's Extended Flight Duty Hours for Boeing 787 Operations
Oct 27, 2025 08:49 pm CST
India's aviation regulator has extended Boeing 787 flight duty hours from 13 to 14 hours, sparking serious safety concerns from ALPA-India. The controversial decision affects eight international routes operated by Air India following Pakistani airspace closure, with pilots warning about fatigue risks and contradictions with global safety practices, especially after recent FAA restrictions on Boeing 787 captain seat recline functionality.
Air India Expands Network with 174 Additional Weekly Flights for Winter 2025-26 Season
Oct 16, 2025 05:29 pm CST
Air India announces a significant expansion with 174 additional weekly flights starting October 2025, enhancing connectivity between major Indian cities and Southeast Asian destinations. The winter schedule includes increased services to Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat, alongside international route enhancements to Kuala Lumpur and Bali, complemented by the nearly completed retrofit of its A320neo fleet with upgraded cabin interiors.
IndiGo Launches Daily Direct Flights Between Mumbai and London Heathrow Starting October 26
Oct 06, 2025 10:46 pm CST
IndiGo expands its international network with new daily direct flights connecting Mumbai and London Heathrow Airport from October 26, operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. This marks the airline's 45th international destination, strengthening the India-UK travel corridor serving students, business travelers, and tourists.