Singapore Scrambles Fighter Jets After Bomb Threat on Air India Express Flight

16 Oct 2024

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) deployed F-15SG fighter jets on Tuesday night in response to a bomb threat concerning an Air India Express flight. According to Channel News Asia (CNA), the airline received an email indicating a bomb was aboard flight AXB684, which was en route to Singapore....

Bomb Scare Shakes Indian Airlines: Seven Flights Targeted By Threats Via X

15 Oct 2024

A fresh wave of panic struck Indian airlines on Tuesday as seven flights, including an Air India flight bound for Chicago, received bomb threats through a social media handle on X. The alarming messages caused immediate security measures and flight delays, sparking concern for passengers and airline operators alike. The...

Passenger Assaults Cabin Crew, Attempts To Open Plane Door; Emergency Landing At Mumbai Airport

03 Jun 2024

A 25-year-old man has been apprehended by Mumbai police for allegedly assaulting cabin crew members and attempting to open the door of an Air India Express flight bound from Kozhikode to Bahrain. The individual, identified as Abdul Musavir Nadukandee, was taken into custody following an emergency landing of the flight...

Meeting operational demand: Air India Express recruits pilots, cabin crew

16 May 2023

Air India Express Limited (AIXL), the low-cost carrier subsidiary of Air India, has wrapped up a successful recruitment roadshow in Mumbai, targeting the hiring of pilots (both commanders and first officers). The event, which took place on Monday, witnessed an impressive attendance of pilots, significantly enhancing the airline's ability to...

Calicut-bound Air India Express flight lands back due to mid-air flameout

03 Feb 2023

A Calicut-bound Air India Express flight from Abu Dhabi landed back at Abu Dhabi airport after flames were detected in one of the engines soon after the take-off. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on Friday. While the Air India Express informed that the aircraft landed safely and all...