The airline has removed Rome as a refuelling stop, reducing travel time between Mumbai and Delhi and the US.
IllustrationAir India has resumed nonstop flights from Mumbai and Delhi to the United States, according to Aviation A2Z. The airline has removed Rome as a refuelling stop, opting instead to use Iraq for refuelling, which has cut down travel time between India and the US.
The change marks a significant shift in Air India's route planning, offering passengers a more direct and faster option for travel between India and the US.
What this means for Indian travellersPassengers flying from Mumbai or Delhi to the US may now experience shorter travel times due to the new route via Iraq. Check with Air India for the exact destinations and flight schedules.
Air India now serves New York and Newark nonstop from Mumbai and Delhi.
Source: The Financial Express
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