The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has confirmed that Air India cancelled 83 wide-body flights between June 12 and June 17, 2025 (up to 6 PM), with 66 of those involving Boeing 787 aircraft. The disclosure comes at a time when Air India is facing intense scrutiny over its operational reliability following a recent fatal crash and widespread service disruptions.
The cancellations were attributed to a combination of factors, including extended turnaround times for aircraft undergoing precautionary inspections, ongoing maintenance on several planes, and airspace restrictions over West Asia. These challenges have especially impacted the airline’s international routes operated by its fleet of Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft.
Out of Air India’s 33 Boeing 787 aircraft, 24 have completed mandatory safety inspections as of June 17. The remaining nine are either undergoing extensive maintenance or are awaiting clearance to resume operations.
While the DGCA has conducted heightened safety surveillance of the fleet, it reported no major safety concerns during its inspections. Nonetheless, the regulator has directed Air India to strengthen interdepartmental coordination and expedite procurement of spare parts to minimize further disruptions to passengers.
The airline is working to restore regular operations, but delays and cancellations are likely to persist in the short term as maintenance and regulatory protocols continue.
