Over 30 AIE flights cancelled in Kerala putting thousands in trouble Air India Express cancels over 90 flights, leaving passengers stranded, with crew members reporting sick en masse. The Hindu · May 8, 2024
Centre asks Air India Express to resolve staff issue promptly Air India Express flights cancelled: An Air India Express spokesperson said the airline is engaging with the cabin crew members to understand the reasons for reporting sick and also apologised for the flight disruptions. The Hindu · May 8, 2024
Air India Express cancels 70 flights as crew members go on mass 'sick leave' In a major flight disruption, more than 70 international and domestic flights of Air India Express on Wednesday were cancelled or delayed due to senior crew members calling in sick. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · May 8, 2024
Air India Express cancels several flights to West Asia from Kochi; travellers protest Air India Express cancels flights from Kochi to Middle East, sparking protests from passengers seeking refunds or new tickets. The Hindu · May 8, 2024
Here are the big stories from Karnataka today Karnataka Today newsletter: Air India Express offers 19% off for first-time voters flying home, and more The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Air India Express offers 19% discount for first-time voters flying home to cast their votes Air India Express offers 19% off for first-time voters flying home to cast their votes in Lok Sabha elections. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Chamber urges Air India Express to reduce air fare from West Asia Malabar Chamber of Commerce condemns Air India Express for high airfare during peak season, demands reduction. The Hindu · Mar 26, 2024
Cochin airport summer schedule to have 1,628 operations a week Cochin International Airport's summer schedule includes 1,628 weekly operations, with increased services to domestic and international destinations. The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024
Mangaluru-Jeddah direct weekly fight from April 3 The airline has opened booking for this new sector in which a 186-seat Boeing 737-800 aircraft with all-economy configuration will be deployed. The Hindu · Feb 2, 2024
Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates first Air India Express flight connecting Ayodhya to Bengaluru, Kolkata Days ahead of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha event, Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the first Air India Express flight between Ayodhya to Bengaluru and between Ayodhya to Kolkata on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Jan 17, 2024
‘Washer’ missing on a Boeing 737 MAX-8 plane of Indian airline: DGCA Rectification recommended by Boeing was carried out before clearing the aircraft for flight operations, the DGCA said. It did not name the Indian airline that reported the missing washer. Three Indian airlines — Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and Air India Express — operate 737 MAX-8 planes. The Hindu · Jan 9, 2024
Air India Express domestic flight operations shifted to T-1 terminal Air India Express domestic flight operations shifted to T-1 terminal The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024
Gold valued at ₹2.18 crore seized at Karipur Customs seize 4kg gold compound in 5 cases at Calicut Airport, worth ₹2.18cr. 3 cases body concealment, 1 pasting of gold to clothes & 1 concealment in flight lifejacket cover. Gold extracted from 5 cases expected to fetch 700gm. #Customs #Gold #Calicut #Airport #Smuggling The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023
Air India Express commences more domestic services from Thiruvananthapuram airport Air India Express adds domestic services to Thiruvananthapuram airport: Bengaluru, Kannur, Chennai & Mangaluru via Bengaluru. Two daily Bengaluru services, Kannur Wed/Sat, Chennai Tues/Fri, Mangaluru dep 8.15pm/arr 11.25pm, return 7.50am/arr 12.10pm. All services from T2 at Chakka. The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023
The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023 Calicut airport looks for ₹800-crore expansion Calicut Airport to undergo ₹800-crore development, including runway expansion and RESA extension to 240 metres. DijiYatra to facilitate paperless travel and avoid identity checks. Expansion of RESA a must for resumption of larger aircraft operations and avoiding tragedies like Air India Express crash.
The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023 Padmarajan awards given away P. Padmarajan Trust and Air India Express presented awards to five winners at Bharat Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram. T.V. Chandran presented awards to Lijo Jose Pellissery (Best Director), Shruthi Sharanyam (Best Script), M. Mukundan (Best Novel), V.J. James (Best Short Story) and K.N. Prasanth (Air India Express Tales of India Award).
The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023 Air India Express gets a new livery Air India Express launched a new logo and aircraft livery in orange and turquoise colours, representing enthusiasm, premium sensibility and a digital-first approach.
The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023 Air India Express’ Dubai-Amritsar flight lands in Pakistan after medical emergency According to the statement, the flight departed from Dubai at 8.51 a.m. local time and landed in Karachi at 12.30 p.m. local time. Later, the flight departed for Amritsar at 2.30 p.m. (Karachi local time).
The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023 Air India Express flight to Dubai diverted to Kannur in Kerala due to fire warning light in cargo hold; lands safely Air India Express flight IX 345 from Kozhikode to Dubai diverted to Kannur due to false fire warning light. All 176 passengers onboard safe. Air India Express arranging alternative flight from Kannur to Dubai; Sharjah flight to be utilised. Inconvenience caused; food & refreshments provided.
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023 4 kg of gold seized at Calicut airport Intelligence wing of Air Customs seized 4 kg of gold valued at ₹2.5 crore at Calicut Int'l Airport. 3 gold bars found hidden under 3 seats of IndiGo flight 6E66 from Jeddah. 3 gold capsules & gold chain seized from passenger on Air India Express IX348 on tip-off. Investigation on.
The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023 Dubai KMCC alleges exploitation of Keralites by airlines Dubai KMCC calls on Kerala govt. to start 'Air Kerala' airways to end airline companies' exploitation of expatriate Indians travelling to Kerala. KMCC highlights unreasonable ticket hikes, difference in airfares from Kochi/Kozhikode to West Asia compared to other cities, and lack of hospitality in Air India Express flights. KMCC offers…
The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023 CCI approves Vistara-Air India merger CCI approves merger of Vistara with Air India, Singapore Airlines to acquire 25.1% stake. Air India to become a company of four airlines, including AirAsia India and Air India Express. Singapore Airlines to invest ₹2,059 crore in Tata-owned airline. Vistara to form full-service business, AirAsia India to merge with Air…
The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023 3.6 kg of smuggled gold seized at Calicut airport Customs officials seized 3.608 kg gold compound and ₹20.9 lakh foreign currency from four passengers arriving at Calicut Int'l Airport. Gold capsules found hidden in bodies of passengers. Tip-offs led to seizure.
The Hindu · Jul 31, 2023 Frequent precautionary landings of Air India Express flights raise concerns The frequent precautionary landings of Air India Express flights have raised concerns about the airworthiness of the aircraft pressed in by the airline for operations
The Hindu · Jul 31, 2023 Tense moments in Thiruvananthapuram airport as Air India Express flight makes ‘precautionary landing’, another aborts take-off The Thiruvananthapuram airport declared a full emergency when Sharjah-bound aircraft was diverted to the State capital due to suspected malfunctioning of the landing gear. Another flight aborted take-off after the pilot reportedly noticed damage to the tyre