Air India Cancels Multiple Flights Due to Maintenance Work

Flight Cancellations Announced by Air India

On Friday, Air India announced the cancellation of several international and domestic flights due to increased maintenance requirements and operational considerations. In total, eight flights have been affected. This decision follows the airline's earlier announcement regarding a temporary reduction in services for Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft. According to the official statement, these changes will take effect from June 21, 2025, and are expected to continue until at least July 15, 2025.

The airline's statement indicated that the following international flights have been cancelled: AI906 from Dubai to Chennai, AI308 from Delhi to Melbourne, AI309 from Melbourne to Delhi, and AI2204 from Dubai to Hyderabad. Additionally, the domestic flights affected include AI874 from Pune to Delhi, AI456 from Ahmedabad to Delhi, AI2872 from Hyderabad to Mumbai, and AI571 from Chennai to Mumbai.

Details of Affected Flights

International Flights Affected

Domestic Flights Cancelled

AI874 – Pune → Delhi
AI456 – Ahmedabad → Delhi
AI2872 – Hyderabad → Mumbai
AI571 – Chennai → Mumbai

Reason for Cancellations

Air India clarified that these cancellations stem from a proactive decision to enhance pre-flight safety checks and to manage additional flight durations caused by airspace restrictions in the Middle East.

The airline aims to stabilize its schedule and reduce last-minute disruptions for passengers through these measures.

Suspended Flights Until July 15, 2025

Air India Flights Suspended (Until 15 July 2025)

Reduced Flight Frequencies

Air India Flights with Reduced Frequency (Until 15 July 2025)

North America

Europe

Australia

Far East