Technical Snag Halts Air India Flight

Air India was forced to cancel its flight AI349 from Singapore to Chennai on Sunday after a technical issue was identified during pre-departure checks. The Airbus A321 aircraft required extended maintenance, leading to the flight's cancellation.

Compensation and Alternatives Offered

The airline has announced that affected passengers will receive full refunds or the option for complimentary rescheduling. Additionally, hotel accommodations are being provided to minimize inconvenience. Air India's ground staff in Singapore are working diligently to arrange alternative travel options for passengers.

Recent Technical Issues with Air India

This incident adds to a series of technical problems faced by Air India recently. Notably, a Delhi-London flight was aborted due to a suspected technical issue, and an Air India Express flight to Doha had to return to Calicut airport because of a fault in the cabin air conditioning system.