Air India To Fully Resume International Flights From October 1 After Suspending Operations Post Ahmedabad Crash

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Air India will restart its international flight operations from October 1, signalling a significant move towards restoring normalcy after a brief suspension. The Tata Group-owned airline had paused its overseas services in the wake of the tragic Ahmedabad plane incident on June 12, which triggered an extensive internal review of its operations. 

Addressing the recent challenges, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson reassured passengers that the airline is taking robust steps to strengthen its internal processes. He underlined Air India’s commitment to reducing disruptions and delivering a smoother and more reliable travel experience going forward.

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“We have begun a phased restoration of international operations from August 1, 2025, with full resumption targeted for October 1, 2025. This measured approach ensures we complete every verification thoroughly and resume service with complete confidence,” Wilson said.

“I acknowledge that there have been some operational challenges over the last few weeks that may have impacted your travel experience. Rest assured, we take this seriously and we are committed to strengthening our internal processes to minimise the inconvenience that such circumstances cause to you,” the Air India CEO added. 

Addressing safety concerns following the June 12 plane crash, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson stated that the airline has undertaken comprehensive inspections of its fleet, particularly the Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft. “Each aircraft was thoroughly inspected under the supervision of India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and no issues were identified. Additionally, similar to other international carriers, we conducted specific checks on the fuel control switch mechanisms of our Boeing 737 and 787-8 aircraft, with no irregularities found,” he assured.

In recent weeks, Air India has faced a spate of flight cancellations and delays, many stemming from technical issues with its aircraft. Notably, a Delhi-Milan flight was grounded after a technical snag was detected in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner prior to departure. A DGCA audit conducted in July uncovered 51 safety lapses within Air India, highlighting critical concerns such as inadequate pilot training, the use of unapproved simulators, and deficiencies in crew rostering systems, according to a report by news agency ANI.

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