Following the Air India AI171 crash, all Delhi-Ahmedabad flights from Terminal 1 were initially cancelled due to the temporary closure of Ahmedabad Airport and heightened security protocols. However, the airport has since resumed operations.
In a tragic development, Air India Flight AI171, which had departed from Ahmedabad for London, crashed shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner went down near the Meghaninagar locality, carrying 242 people on board.
As part of the immediate safety response, Ahmedabad Airport suspended all flight operations, prompting a series of cancellations on connected routes. This included the cancellation of all flights from Delhi’s Terminal 1 to Ahmedabad by several major airlines, amid tightened security protocols and operational uncertainty.
Authorities have since confirmed that Ahmedabad Airport is once again functional, and services are gradually resuming.
Cancelled Flights Reported So Far:
- Akasa Air: 2 flights
- IndiGo: 3 flights
- Japan Airlines (JAL): 1 flight
- Qantas Airways: 1 flight
IndiGo Travel Advisory and Passenger Support
IndiGo issued a public advisory through its official social media handle, acknowledging the disruption and providing support options to affected passengers:
“Following the incident near Ahmedabad Airport and the resulting runway restrictions, flight operations are impacted.
Our thoughts are with the families of those affected.
If your flight is impacted, you may rebook or claim a full refund via our website.
Our teams remain on standby across all channels to support you.” — @IndiGo6E on X
The airline reiterated its commitment to customer assistance during this difficult period, allowing both rebooking and full refunds without penalties.
Airlines operating on the Delhi–Ahmedabad route have taken proactive steps to ensure passenger safety and minimize inconvenience. Travellers affected by cancellations have been given flexible options and are being advised to check for real-time updates before heading to the airport.
A dedicated hotline—1800 5691 444—has been activated by Air India for families and passengers seeking information about the incident.
Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation into the crash. The aviation community and the nation await answers, as officials work to determine the exact cause of this devastating accident.
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