Air India Halts Washington Flights Due to Aircraft Unavailability

In a significant move, Air India has announced the suspension of its direct flights from New Delhi to Washington, DC, effective September 1. The decision comes in the wake of a prolonged unavailability of multiple aircraft, a situation exacerbated by the airline's ongoing security program implementation following the tragic Boeing 787-8 plane crash in June.

Impact of Pakistan Airspace Closure

Further complicating operations, the continued closure of airspace over Pakistan has significantly impacted Air India's long-haul flights. Despite these challenges, the airline assures passengers of alternative travel options through one-stop flights to Washington, with layovers in New York City, Chicago, and San Francisco.