Air India is set to enhance its long-haul international operations with the deployment of its wide-body A350-900 aircraft on the Delhi-London route, starting September 1.
The airline will operate two daily flights using the A350-900, marking the aircraft's debut on this key international route.
This strategic move is part of Air India's broader efforts to revamp and expand its operations, aiming to bolster its presence in both international and domestic markets.
The introduction of the A350-900 will see it replace the currently deployed Boeing 777-300 ER and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on 14 of the 17 weekly flights between Delhi and London Heathrow. Consequently, an additional 336 seats will be available each week on this route, according to an airline release on Thursday.
Air India will also introduce premium economy class seats in the A350-900 planes operating on the Delhi-London Heathrow route, enhancing the travel experience.
Air India commenced operations with the A350-900 on international routes earlier this year, with the first service between Delhi and Dubai starting on May 1.
Owned by the Tata Group, Air India currently operates 31 weekly flights to London Heathrow, including 17 from Delhi and 14 from Mumbai. Additionally, the airline serves London Gatwick from Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bengaluru, Goa, and Kochi with 17 weekly flights. There are also 6 weekly flights to Birmingham from Delhi and Amritsar.
The introduction of the A350-900 is part of Air India's ongoing fleet expansion and modernization plan. The airline has placed an order for 40 A350 planes, with 6 already inducted into its fleet. These aircraft are also being utilized for domestic flights.
"The deployment of our flagship A350s and the B777s with upgraded cabin interiors to London Heathrow marks a significant milestone for Air India," said Campbell Wilson, Air India's CEO and MD. "This move ensures our commitment to providing enhanced connectivity and superior travel experiences to our customers", he added.
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