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IndiGo is temporarily halting its wide-body flights to Manchester from August 31 due to extended flight routes caused by airspace restrictions amid the Iran conflict. Rising aviation fuel costs and forex volatility have also contributed to this decision, leading the airline to return one of its leased Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.

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Chilling details emerge from the Air India AI-171 crash mortuary, with a witness describing horrific scenes. The captain's body was found seated, still clutching the controls, suggesting a desperate attempt to save the aircraft. Investigations into pilot error versus technical failure continue, with conflicting timelines and CCTV footage raising new questions.

Indian aviation faces unprecedented turbulence due to a perfect storm of factors. From pandemic fallout and engine failures to airspace closures and a Middle East war driving fuel prices sky-high, airlines are struggling. Passengers face rising fares and cancelled routes as the sector grapples with deep financial distress and operational chaos.

Air New Zealand is introducing "Economy Skynest," a revolutionary bunk bed-style sleeping solution for economy and premium economy passengers on ultra-long-haul flights. These lie-flat pods, available for an additional fee, aim to provide much-needed rest, debuting on routes exceeding 16-18 hours starting May 18, 2026.

Almost 250 passengers on board a Boeing Dreamliner flying from Frankfurt to Delhi had a close shave when the aircraft's windshield cracked minutes after taking off.

US aircraft major Boeing will give a software upgrade to Air India’s Dreamliners as these aircraft have been constantly developing snags, leading to frequent flight delays and cancellations.

National carrier Air India has shelved its plan to acquire five Boeing 787-9, the higher range variant of Boeing Dreamliner (787-800) aircraft, after failing to secure the nod of its board and would stick to the original model.

Air India is now hoping that Boeing will be able to resolve the latest problem with the Dreamliner and expects to get its 14th plane next month.

Air India has taken delivery of its 20th Dreamliner from US manufacturer Boeing, a milestone which it said highlights their "successful partnership".

Its formal name is the 787 Dreamliner. Its manufacturer says it will be the ''game changer'' that will alter the economics and pleasure of flying.

An Air India Dreamliner flying from Delhi to Kolkata (AI-020) on Wednesday reportedly saw a small fire breaking out inside the aircraft's rear oven, which luckily for all on board did not spread outside and was doused using extinguishers.

Just weeks after Prime Minister Modi met Boeing top brass during his recent US trip, the American aircraft major has offered to resolve the constant technical glitches affecting Air India’s Dreamliners.

China Southern Airlines today became the first Chinese passenger carrier to induct a Boeing 787 Dreamliner - a move aimed at improving the loading capacity on the company's international routes.

Air India is seeking offers from banks and financial institutions to raise $110 million for making the advance payment for six Dreamliner (Boeing 787-8) aircraft which the carrier has to acquire during the next fiscal.

Less than a month after TOI highlighted how an Air India Dreamliner has been grounded at Mumbai airport since the beginning of this year so that spares could be stripped from it to keep other 787s flying, Boeing on Monday assured the Maharaja that the “Christmas tree” will fly again by the month-end.

Ajit Singh said grounded fleet of Boeing Dreamliner aircraft would be allowed to fly only after clearance by US regulator Federal Aviation Administration and DGCA. .

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner's unending snags have now poured cold water on the Holi celebration plans of almost 250 people who were supposed to fly out of Paris late on Saturday night to reach Delhi Sunday morning, in time for the festival of colours.

New Delhi, Mar 27 () Air India's Dreamliner woes continue with a technical problem forcing the carrier to ground one of its planes in Paris on Friday even as the US aircraft maker is planning to advance deliveries of the remaining six aircraft by a few months.

With AI seeking compensation for substantial delays in delivery of Boeing's Dreamliner aircraft, the US manufacturer today said it will "not write a cheque" for USD 500 to the airline.

National carrier Air India has tied up with Deutsche Bank and the British lender Investec Bank to raise up to USD 500 million to take the delivery of five boeing dreamliners, according to airline sources.

Sources say if Boeing fails to pay adequate compensation on the failure of the “deal-clinching” promise of fuel consumption, AI could even consider not inducting more Dreamliners into its fleet.

Following a recent Air India Dreamliner crash after departing from Ahmedabad, the airline is performing enhanced inspections on its Boeing 787 fleet, as instructed by the DGCA.

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner, flight AI 171 bound for London, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad. This marks the first fatal accident involving the 787 Dreamliner, causing Boeing's shares to plummet.

Following the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad, involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner and resulting in 245 fatalities, the DGCA has mandated enhanced safety inspections for Air India's entire Dreamliner fleet. These checks include fuel parameter monitoring, cabin air compressor inspection, and engine system tests.

Air India's first Boeing 787 Dreamliner will touch down at Delhi's IGI Airport, Terminal-3 on September 8.

India on Friday read out the riot act to US aircraft major Boeing over the seemingly endless technical snags plaguing the B-787 Dreamliner.

The civil aviation minister said that the airline plans to expand its global network with Boeing 787s, which will emerge as the "game changer" for the carrier.