Air India Delhi-Bengaluru flight suffers tail strike while landing at Bengaluru Airport
Air India flight AI2651 was grounded after the incident. It had 179 people on board
Air India flight AI2651 was grounded after the incident. It had 179 people on board
Air India has reduced frequencies on several international routes for three months as rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions increase pressure on airline operations globally.
Tata Group-owned Air India is likely to reduce its international flight operations after posting a loss of nearly Rs 20,000 crore in FY26, amidst rising aviation fuel costs, according to senior officials.
The revision in fuel surcharges is expected to increase airfares; however, Air India said it will continue to absorb a significant portion of the increased cost.
The Airbus A320 was coming from Bagdogra and reportedly had 148 people, including six crew members on board.
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is conducting the inquiry into the AI-171 crash that killed 260 people, including 241 passengers and crew. Only one passenger survived the crash, while 19 people on the ground were also killed.
Both the aircraft were carrying passengers when the incident occured but no injuries were reported.
According to a source-based information, the affected Fuel Control Switch module will be sent to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for detailed inspection and further checks.
Air India has begun precautionary inspections of fuel control switches across its Boeing 787 fleet after a pilot reported a possible defect on one aircraft.
In a statement, Air India acknowledged the issue and said that it has communicated the same to the DGCA.
