Through this new partnership, Air India provides its guests convenient access to 16 islands across the Maldives through Maldivian’s extensive network, enabling smooth connections via Malé to islands across the archipelago such as Hanimaadhoo, Kooddoo, Gan, Kaadedhdhoo, Kulhudhuffushi, Dharavandhoo, Maafaru, and Kadhdoo, among others.

This also enables Maldivian to welcome Air India guests from Delhi and Mumbai or those connecting through these large hubs onto Maldivian-operated flights from Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram to Malé and Hanimaadhoo Island.

The interline partnership enables guests of both carriers to seamlessly travel on a single itinerary that combine Air India and Maldivian flights, ensuring convenient connections and coordinated baggage handling.

“The Maldives continues to be one of the most preferred leisure destinations for Indian travellers, and this interline partnership with Maldivian opens the door to the country’s lesser-explored atolls and islands”, said Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India. “By combining Air India’s extensive global network with Maldivian’s reach across domestic points beyond Malé, guests can now discover the true diversity of the archipelago on a single itinerary.” 

Air India is the only carrier operating daily flights between Delhi and Malé, providing a direct capital-to-capital link. Air India deploys more than 55,000 seats to the Maldives annually (in one direction), contributing significantly to the country’s tourism and trade.

With an extensive worldwide network spanning five continents, Air India not only carries passengers from India to the Maldives, but also those from several points in Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East via Delhi.

“This partnership marks a new chapter in our efforts to expand accessibility to the Maldives and provide connectivity for passengers traveling beyond Malé to the atolls,” said Ibrahim Iyas, Managing Director of Maldivian. “With Air India’s strong network and our reach within the Maldives, this collaboration will play a key role in supporting tourism and business travel between our nations.”

The partnership aligns with both airlines’ goals to enhance regional cooperation and support tourism growth through stronger network integration, smoother connections, and improved customer experience.

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Effective 1 December 2025, The Aviation Management Limited will facilitate reservations & ticketing, marketing initiatives, and provide comprehensive passenger sales services across mainland China on behalf of Air India. The appointment strengthens Air India’s presence across the China market and enables seamless access for travel agents and customers to the airline’s global network.

“We are happy to extend our partnership with the TAM Group into mainland China, which will help us to tap into opportunities in one of the world’s most important travel markets. Their strong market knowledge and established distribution capabilities will support our growth plans, deepen customer outreach, and help us serve our customers and trade partners with greater convenience and confidence,” said Manish Puri, Head of Global Sales, Air India.

Air India recently announced the resumption of non-stop flights between Delhi and Shanghai (PVG) from 1 February 2026, after nearly six years. The airline also intends to begin non-stop flights from Mumbai to Shanghai in 2026 (subject to approvals). The restored air link would boost exchanges in pharmaceuticals, technology, education and several other sectors of cooperation between the two countries.

Air India’s growing fleet and transforming onboard experience, combined with TAM Group’s strong market expertise, will provide a seamless and elevated travel experience for passengers. Air India operates non-stop flights between India and several destinations in Asia, offering convenient one-stop connections to major points across Europe, the United States, and Canada via its hubs in Delhi and Mumbai

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• First phase of retrofit programme included 27 legacy A320neo
• 3,024 weekly flights on 82 domestic and short-haul-international routes to offer new cabin interiors

Bengaluru, 03 November 2025: Air India today announced the successful completion of the retrofit programme for its legacy A320neo fleet, with the final of 27 aircraft returning to service with brand-new cabin interiors and in the airline’s vibrant new livery. With these, combined with 14 newly delivered A320neo aircraft and those integrated following the merger of Vistara into Air India, the airline now operates
104 A320 Family aircraft, featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors.

Commenced in September 2024 as part of a broader $400 million initiative to modernise Air India’s entire legacy fleet, the retrofit programme for all 27 legacy A320neo aircraft has been completed within a record one-year time frame.

Now operating 3,024 flights per week with new or upgraded cabin interiors

With 104 A320 Family aircraft featuring new or upgraded interiors, Air India now operates 3,024 weekly flights across 82 domestic and short-haul international routes:

• Domestic India routes: All flights on the busiest domestic routes such as Delhi-Mumbai, Delhi-Hyderabad, Delhi-Bengaluru, Delhi-Kolkata, Delhi-Chennai, Mumbai-Bengaluru, Mumbai-Hyderabad, Mumbai-Chennai and Mumbai-Kolkata, in addition to many others.

• Short-haul international routes: All flights to and from Bangkok, Phuket, Ho Chi Minh City, Kuala Lumpur, Bali (Denpasar), Manila, Mauritius, Malé (Maldives), Riyadh, Jeddah, and most flights to and from Singapore.

Transformed cabin for enhanced comfort

The retrofit programme for the 27 A320neo involved equipping all aircraft with modern cabin interiors, each in a three-class cabin configuration, ensuring a consistent, world-class inflight experience. This includes the installation of:

• 3,564 new Economy Class seats
• 648 new Premium Economy Class seats
• 216 new Business Class seats
• 450+ metres of premium leather and 15,000+ metres of fabric
• 5,000+ square metres of carpet, enhancing cabin aesthetics and comfort
• 8,000+ kg of paint, to repaint the legacy aircraft in Air India’s bold new livery

All seats come with USB-A and USB-C ports, enabling travellers to keep their personal electronic devices charged. This also helps them in accessing ‘Vista Stream’, Air India’s on-board inflight entertainment streaming service, which offers close to 900 hours of global cinematic content on personal devices.

Air India has been consistently recording a high Net Promoter Score (NPS) of close to ranging between 45 and 50 points each month for its narrowbody aircraft operations.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India, said: “We continue to make good progress on the upgradation of our fleet. With over 100 of our A320 Family aircraft now featuring modern interiors, our guests will enjoy a superior travel experience across our extensive network.”

As we mark the end of the first phase of our narrowbody retrofit, we remain committed to elevating passenger experience and offering cabin products of global standards to our guests.”

Retrofit of other aircraft in progress 

Starting 2026, Air India will be retrofitting 13 legacy A321 aircraft. These aircraft are being sequenced for refit and new livery together with the erstwhile Vistara fleet over the next year.

Air India also commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its legacy B787-8 aircraft, with the first of 26 aircraft (VT-ANT) having flown to a Boeing facility in Victorville, California (United States) in July 2025. The programme, now on a steady schedule for completion by mid-2027, will introduce brand-new interiors featuring a three-class configuration with Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class seats.

Starting in early 2027, Air India will additionally retrofit 13 of its legacy Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, aiming for completion by October 2028, with the timeline having shifted due to supply chain delays.

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01-November-2025, Bangalore: As the winter travel season approaches, exploring Rajasthan’s royal charm just got easier. Air India Express, the country’s first international value carrier, has expanded its footprint in the state with four new daily flights connecting Jodhpur and Udaipur to Bengaluru and Delhi. The first flights from both airports took off today, marking the commencement of these new services. To celebrate the occasion, a special ceremony was held at both Jodhpur and Udaipur airports, where the first guests received celebratory boarding passes.

Commenting on Air India Express commencing operations from both Jodhpur and Udaipur, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “True to our recently launched brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, Air India Express is enabling travellers to discover new destinations, experience diverse cultures, and build meaningful connections. With Jodhpur and Udaipur joining our network, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in Rajasthan, a land celebrated for its regal heritage and art. These new routes will open Rajasthan’s rich cultural and architectural splendour to travellers while offering people from the region convenient access to major domestic and international destinations through our hubs in Bengaluru and Delhi.” 

With these additions, Air India Express now operates from three cities in Rajasthan, with over 105 weekly flights from the state. The airline operates about 80 weekly flights from Jaipur, offering direct connectivity to 11 Indian cities and Dubai. The airline also connects Jaipur to 25 domestic destinations and 11 international destinations with convenient one-stop connections.  Apart from direct flights to Bengaluru and Delhi, the airline connects Jodhpur to 26 domestic and three international destinations and Udaipur with 29 domestic and seven international destinations through convenient one-stop connections.

These new launches follow the airline’s recent network expansion to Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, and Dehradun, offering direct connectivity to Bengaluru. As part of its Winter Schedule 2025, the airline also launched new operations from Bengaluru to Bangkok, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Kuwait and from Delhi to Amritsar, Goa, Imphal, Lucknow, and Port Blair.

The airline recently unveiled its new brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’ encouraging travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences. This week, the airline has also unveiled its new interiors of its Boeing 737-8 aircraft.  The upgraded cabin features seats with superior padding, wider armrests, and legroom ranging from 29 to 38 inches. Each seat is equipped with in-seat USB charging ports, while the cabins feature ovens for serving hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors with brand-new carpets, and advanced Boeing Sky Interior lighting, creating a modern, warm, and welcoming ambience that reflects the airline’s commitment to a comfortable and memorable flying experience.

Travellers can also explore the airline’s curated holiday platform, ‘Xpress Holidays’, featuring comprehensive packages with accommodation, transport, and activities. ‘Xpress Holidays’ can be easily accessed at the Products and Services section on Air India Express’ website. Among its offerings is the ‘Royal Vacation in Rajasthan’, an 8-night/9-day itinerary which includes round-trip flights, intercity car transfers, 4-star hotels, airport transfers, 14 curated activities, and select meals. Another popular option is the ‘Grandeur and Love’ package — a 6-night/7-day escape featuring the same premium inclusions. More such tailor-made packages are available for booking on the airline’s website.

Celebrating India’s rich cultural diversity, Air India Express brings over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states to life through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative. Each of its brand-new aircraft features unique liveries inspired by indigenous art and crafts such as Rajasthan’s Danka embroidery, Pichwai painting, and Sanganeri Block Print, paying tribute to the country’s timeless artistry.

From Jaipur: Air India Express operates about 80 weekly flights from Jaipur connecting directly to 11 domestic destinations and Dubai. The domestic destinations include Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hindon, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune and Varanasi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connections to 25 domestic destinations: Agartala, Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Goa, Imphal, Indore, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, North Goa, Patna, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijay Puram (Port Blair), Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Udaipur, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and 11 international destinations: Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Bangkok, Dammam, Jeddah, Kathmandu, Kuwait, Muscat, Phuket, Riyadh, Sharjah.

From Jodhpur: Air India Express operates 14 weekly flights from Jodhpur connecting directly to Bengaluru and Delhi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 26 domestic destinations: Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Surat, Varanasi, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam and three international destinations: Dammam, Kuwait, and Muscat.

From Udaipur: Air India Express operates 14 weekly flights from Udaipur connecting directly to Bengaluru and Delhi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 29 domestic destinations: Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, and Visakhapatnam and seven international destinations: Abu Dhabi, Dammam, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah.

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Bengaluru, 08 October 2025: Air India, India’s leading global airline, today announced a new interline partnership with Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines, further enhancing travel options for customers across Asia.

The interline agreement between the two carriers enables single-ticket itineraries that combine Air India and STARLUX flights, offering smoother journeys, coordinated baggage handling, and simplified travel for customers of both airlines.

Through this partnership, Air India customers will be able to access Taipei via Air India’s Southeast Asia gateways namely, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur.

Conversely, STARLUX customers will enjoy seamless connections to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru via shared gateways in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur.

Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India, said: “We are excited to partner with luxury full-service carrier, STARLUX Airlines, to enhance travel options across for our customers to Taiwan. This interline agreement aligns perfectly with Air India’s commitment to delivering premium experiences for our guests, while inviting STARLUX Airlines customers to experience India’s diverse cities in full-service comfort through our robust network.”

Founded on the philosophy that luxury should be available to everyone, not just the elite, Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines is a boutique international airline serving over 30 routes from Taiwan to the U.S., Japan, Macau, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. STARLUX prioritizes safety and offers unparalleled service with the goal of making flying a truly luxurious and unforgettable experience.

Bookings are open via travel agents worldwide and will be progressively opened on Air India’s website (www.airindia.com) and mobile app.

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08-October-2025, Bengaluru: In honour of Air Force Day, Air India Express has announced special deals offering up to 50% off flight fares for serving and retired Defence and paramilitary personnel, as well as their dependents, on domestic flights. The offer is valid for bookings made on 8 October 2025, for travel until 3 May 2026, on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, or the Air India Express iOS or Android mobile app.

The offer applies across the airline’s domestic network of 43 destinations, which include Air Force Stations at Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Gwalior, Guwahati, Hindon, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kannur, Pune, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Srinagar, and Thiruvananthapuram. The airline’s domestic network also covers key Indian Army Commands at Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Pune; and all the Indian Navy Commands in Mumbai, Kochi, Vishakhapatnam and Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. As a gesture of gratitude, Air India Express also extends complimentary priority boarding to Defence personnel throughout the year.

With this exclusive Air Force Day sale, the airline salutes the dedication, courage, and spirit of India’s armed forces, enabling them to connect with their families and create cherished travel memories.

In addition to these commemorative offers, Air India Express provides year-round special discounted fares and benefits for students, senior citizens, and members of the Indian Armed Forces and their dependents, ensuring enhanced travel access for a diverse community of flyers.

Air India Express was the first major airline to commence flight operations from the civil enclave of Hindon Airport station, becoming the first airline to operate from multiple airports in the National Capital Region. The airline operates over 60 flights from Hindon to nine domestic destinations including Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Goa, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, and Varanasi, in addition to over 400 weekly flights from Delhi (IGI) connecting directly to 24 domestic destinations.

The airline directly connects Delhi to  Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Goa, Guwahati, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Surat, Udaipur, and Varanasi and two international destinations: Muscat, and Sharjah. From 26^th October 2025 all Air India Express domestic flights will operate from Delhi will operate from T1 while all international flights will continue to operate from T3.

Recently, the airline expanded its network to 60 destinations, with the addition of Jodhpur and Udaipur, and is set to commence operations from the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.

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• Relocation of flights effective 26 October 2025
• Air India flights from Delhi T2 to be renumbered in four digits, prefixed with ‘1’ (AI1XXX)
• Inter-terminal transfers available between T1, T2, T3
• Free shuttle service between terminals every 10 minutes provided by DIAL

Bengaluru, 03 October 2025: Air India group today announced adjustments to its domestic operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport due to the ongoing expansion activities at Terminal 3 (T3) by Delhi International Airport Ltd. (DIAL) to augment international passenger capacity. The terminal enlargement works will reduce domestic capacity at T3, necessitating the relocation of certain domestic operations of Air India and Air India Express, effective 26 October 2025.

Air India will relocate 60 of its 180 daily domestic departures out of Delhi to the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2). Concurrently, Air India Express will move all its domestic operations to the newly renovated and upgraded Terminal 1 (T1).

All international flights of Air India and Air India Express will continue to operate from T3 Delhi Airport.

How one can identify Air India flights to/from T2

Air India’s domestic flights departing from or arriving at T2 have been renumbered in four digits, starting with ‘1’ (e.g., AI1737, AI1787). This clear distinction will help travellers to easily identify that their flight operates from/to T2.

Inter-terminal transfers for guests

Air India or Air India Express guests with connections, carrying boarding passes for their onward flights will be provided inter-terminal transfers between T1, T2, and T3. This service applies to connections between Air India flights, Air India Express flights, and on applicable codeshare connections.

Any through-checked baggage for these guests will be seamlessly transferred airside, eliminating the need to collect and recheck baggage during terminal transfers.

For all guests requiring transfers between T1, T2 and T3, Delhi International Airport provides a convenient shuttle service running every 10 minutes, ensuring quick and easy connectivity between the terminals. Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM) and those requiring special assistance can also opt for a comfortable buggy ride between T2 and T3. 

Augmented guest support during transition

To ensure a smooth experience, Air India and Air India Express will be proactively notifying all guests who hold bookings for flights relocating to T2 and T1 (for Air India Express guests), via their registered contact details.

Passengers making new Air India bookings on AI1XXX-series flights (departing from T2) will be clearly notified that their flight operates from T2. Guests booking Air India Express domestic flights for travel from/to Delhi will also receive notifications.

Passengers whose bookings continue to operate to/from T3 will receive a reminder to check their terminal if they have connecting flights. Additionally, all passengers checking in online for AI1XXX-series flights will receive an additional reminder that their flight departs from T2.

Air India is also deploying additional resources at both terminals to assist customers and help them to navigate between the terminals, if required. Some of the airline’s ground staff, available to assist passengers with information, terminal transfers, etc. will wear special t-shirts for ease of recognition by passengers.

Guidance for passengers 

All Air India and Air India Express guests are advised to update their contact details in their bookings with accurate information, to receive timely notifications. Guests are also advised to verify their flight details and terminal information prior to travel through the official websites of Air India and Air India Express, mobile apps, or the airlines’ 24×7 customer service channels.

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Bengaluru, 01 OCTOBER 2025: Air India, India’s leading global airline, today inaugurated India’s first non-stop flight to the Philippines. The inaugural flight to Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, departed from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport per schedule today.

H.E. Josel F. Ignacio, Ambassador of the Philippines to India, and Maria Cynthia P. Pelayo, Minister and Consul General, Embassy of the Philippines in India, joined P. Balaji, Group Head – Government, Risk, Compliance & Corporate Affairs, Air India, and other senior officials from the Embassy and Air India at Delhi airport for the inauguration of Air India’s new services to Manila.

With the launch of services to Manila, Air India further strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia, now operating to eight destinations across seven countries in the region. In addition to providing non-stop connectivity to an increasing number of travellers between India and the Philippines, the new flights also open new connections for Filipino travellers to access Air India’s robust network across Europe and North America via Delhi.

Air India’s flights between Delhi and Manila are operated by the airline’s Airbus A321LR aircraft, featuring a three-class cabin configuration to offer a choice of Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class to travellers. Air India is one of the few airlines in Southeast Asia to offer fully flat beds in Business Class in the single-aisle A321 aircraft.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India, said: “The launch of non-stop flights to Manila unlocks the immense potential for tourism to the Philippines, as Indian travellers, with their growing appetite for leisure travel and increasing spending power, seek new and exciting destinations. These new services will help showcase the Philippines’ vibrant culture and stunning landscapes to many Indian travellers, while also fostering greater trade and cultural exchange, strengthening the bonds between the two nations.”

From the powdery sands of Boracay’s White Beach to the fascinating limestone karsts and emerald lagoons of Palawan’s El Nido, the Philippines’ natural beauty positions it as a destination with immense tourism potential.

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Bengaluru, 30 September 2025: Air India and Airbus have inaugurated an advanced pilot training center at the Air India Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, Haryana. This state-of-the-art facility will train more than 5,000 new pilots over the next decade to support the exponential growth of commercial aviation in India.

The 50:50 joint venture facility was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu in the presence of Christian Scherer, Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Aircraft, Airbus, Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India and other dignitaries from Tata Group, Air India and Airbus.

The new 12,000 sq metre center will be equipped with 10 Full Flight Simulators (FFSs), along with advanced classrooms and briefing rooms. The facility is designed to train pilots for the Airbus A320 and A350 aircraft families and its courses are approved by both the DGCA and EASA, ensuring that India’s pilot training meets the highest global standards. The facility is currently equipped with two Full Flight Simulators for Airbus A320 family aircraft. The remaining six A320 simulators and two A350 simulators will be installed progressively.

Jürgen Westermeier, President & Managing Director, Airbus India and South Asia, said: “We are very proud to partner with Air India and the Tata Group on this critical infrastructure project. The inauguration of the training center is a testament to our shared vision for the future of Indian aviation. This is more than a joint venture; it is a strategic investment in the future of the Indian aerospace industry itself. India is a strategic powerhouse for Airbus, and this state-of-the-art facility is a testament to our belief in its immense potential.”

Campbell Wilson, MD & CEO, Air India, said: “Air India is in an expansion mode with 570 new aircraft on order and the new pilot training centre at our Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, a part of which is being executed with Airbus, will help train and upskill pilots who will fuel Air India’s ambition of becoming a world-class airline. This facility is a major step forward in our transformation journey and in making Air India and the Indian aviation industry more self-reliant. With our partners Airbus, we are playing our part in building the aviation infrastructure that India needs as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.”

With this training center, Air India is consolidating its pilot training infrastructure from across the country into the Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram.

The Air India Aviation Training Academy is South Asia’s biggest aviation training academy. It was set up in 2024 and is currently training over 2,000 aviation professionals every day. The academy is expected to train over 50,000 aviation professionals including pilots, cabin crew, ground handling, engineering, and security staff, over the next few years. With world-class equipment and the latest technology, the training academy currently provides immersive industry-best training with safety as a core focus.

The aviation academy has best-in-class equipment for immersive training on Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) along with service training, grooming, voice, and accent training for cabin crew. Training for ground and security staff covers key functions such as departure control, customer service, airport security, and refreshers.

In addition, Air India is also in the process of setting up South Asia’s largest Flying Training Organisation (FTO) at Amravati in Maharashtra. The DGCA-licensed FTO at Amravati’s Belora airport will target to graduate 180 commercial pilots every year, helping fulfil demand for pilots as Air India expands its fleet.

A new Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) is also coming up near Air India’s new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru that will be operational in FY27. The BMTO will offer a two-year integrated Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by DGCA followed by two years of practical on-job training at the MRO.

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