Lots of of passengers returning to India from Italy for Diwali had their festive plans disrupted after Air India cancelled its Milan-Delhi flight (AI-138) as a result of a technical fault. The airline said that the choice was taken maintaining the security of passengers in thoughts.
Technical Glitch Grounds Milan-Delhi Flight
In accordance with Air India, flight AI-138, scheduled to function from Milan to Delhi on October 17, 2025, was cancelled as a result of prolonged technical necessities within the designated plane. The airline emphasised that passenger and crew security remained its prime precedence.
Lodging And Help For Stranded Passengers
Air India mentioned that each one 255 passengers and 10 crew members had been offered resort lodging, although some preparations needed to be made outdoors the airport neighborhood as a result of restricted availability. The airline has rebooked passengers on alternate flights for October 20, 2025, or later, relying on seat availability with Air India and different airways.
Particular Preparations For Visa-Expiring Passenger
One passenger, whose Schengen visa was set to run out on Monday, was rebooked on one other airline’s Sunday flight. The airline additionally confirmed that each one affected passengers proceed to obtain meals and crucial floor help.
Air India Expresses Remorse, Prioritises Security
Apologising for the inconvenience, Air India reiterated its dedication to making sure the security and well-being of its passengers and crew.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner VT-ANN had taken off from Delhi on Friday (Oct 17) at 2.54 pm as AI 137 and it reached its vacation spot about 9 hours later after taking an extended route bypassing Pakistan airspace. On touchdown in Italy, a technical challenge was detected on the plane, which could possibly be rectified in time to function the return AI 138 to Delhi.