Technical Glitch Grounds Air India Flight in Vienna
An Air India flight from Delhi to Washington experienced a technical glitch during a refuelling stop in Vienna, resulting in the cancellation of both onward and return journeys. Passengers were accommodated or rebooked as necessary. The closure of Pakistan airspace and enhanced safety checks have complicated operations.
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An Air India flight en route from Delhi to Washington was grounded in Vienna due to a technical glitch during a scheduled refuelling stop, the airline confirmed on Thursday.
Both the flight to Washington and its return journey to Delhi were cancelled, causing significant disruptions for passengers. Recent frequent delays and cancellations of long-haul flights have troubled Air India passengers.
After identifying an extended maintenance task during routine checks, the Vienna to Washington leg was canceled. Passengers in Vienna were provided with accommodations or rebooked on other flights, depending on their visa status. Additionally, flights westward from India now require a Vienna stop due to Pakistan's airspace closure, complicating schedules.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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