Technical Glitches Ground Air India Flights: A Growing Concern
Air India cancelled its Milan-Delhi flight on August 16 due to a maintenance issue detected during pushback. Immediate assistance was provided to affected passengers, with alternative arrangements, hotel accommodations, and refunds. Air India faces recurring maintenance and technical issues despite comprehensive inspections of its Boeing 787 fleet.
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Air India, owned by the Tata Group, cancelled its Milan-Delhi flight scheduled for August 16 after discovering a last-minute maintenance issue. The airline promptly made alternative arrangements for passengers, offering hotel accommodations, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling options.
The Milan-Delhi cancellation isn't an isolated incident. Air India's Boeing 787-8/9 fleet has faced recurring technical challenges, leading to delays and cancellations. Despite extensive inspections, issues persist in the private carrier's operations.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson insists the Boeing 787 aircraft underwent comprehensive checks. The fleet's operational reliability remains under scrutiny, as evidenced by recent flight cancellations, including a Delhi-bound flight from Bhubaneswar and a London-bound flight from Delhi.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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