Air India is contemplating resuming some international flights that were previously canceled due to tensions in the Middle East. The airline is reevaluating its overseas schedules following airspace openings and reduced jet fuel prices in the region. Chief Executive Officer Campbell Wilson mentioned in an internal memo that if the current favorable conditions persist, the airline may reverse some of the earlier timetable cuts.
The adjustments in Air India’s schedule were made to minimize last-minute disruptions for passengers and ensure network stability. Despite the recent reductions in operations, the airline continues to operate over 1,200 international flights monthly across five continents. Wilson also revealed plans to add eight new or refurbished wide-body aircraft to the fleet this year.
In addition to the fleet expansion, Air India has launched new routes to enhance its network connectivity. The airline introduced four weekly non-stop flights between Mumbai and Tokyo Haneda and is set to operate the first direct international passenger flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport to Abu Dhabi. Furthermore, upcoming services include a Pune-Amritsar route and direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
June marked a strong operational performance for Air India, with an overall on-time performance of 86% and a record domestic on-time performance of 90%. Wilson attributed this success to improvements in aircraft health, systems, focus, and procedures, along with the airline’s temporarily adjusted schedule and favorable weather conditions.
