Air India cancels more flights for March 1 amid escalating situation; full list released

Air India has announced further cancellations of its scheduled international operations for March 1, citing close monitoring and careful assessment of the evolving situation in the Middle East. The airline said the safety and security of its customers and crew remain its highest priority.Sharing the same on social media, it added, “Close monitoring and careful assessment of the evolving situation in the Middle East have necessitated further curtailment of our scheduled operations, with the safety and security of our customers and crew remaining our highest priority. In addition to the flights already announced as cancelled, the following services scheduled for 1 March will also be cancelled.” Here’s the list:AI131 / AI130: Mumbai–London (Heathrow) / London (Heathrow)–MumbaiAI113 / AI118: Delhi–Birmingham / Birmingham–DelhiAI155 / AI156: Delhi–Amsterdam / Amsterdam–DelhiAI151 / AI152: Delhi–Zurich / Zurich–DelhiAI137 / AI138: Delhi–Milan / Milan–DelhiAI153 / AI154: Delhi–Vienna / Vienna–DelhiAI133 / AI132: Bengaluru–London (Heathrow) / London (Heathrow)–BengaluruAI157 / AI158: Delhi–Copenhagen / Copenhagen–DelhiAI2017 / AI2018 and AI2015 / AI2016: Delhi–London (Heathrow) / London (Heathrow)–DelhiAI2029 / AI2030: Delhi–Frankfurt / Frankfurt–DelhiThe suspensions have affected services to key European hubs such as London Heathrow, Birmingham, Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan, Vienna, Copenhagen and Frankfurt, with departures originating from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.Air India expressed regret over the disruption and said it is working to support passengers through rebooking options and alternate travel plans. Travellers impacted by the cancellations are being notified via their registered contact details.Passengers have been advised to check the status of their flights on the airline’s official website before heading to the airport. For further assistance, Air India’s 24×7 call centre can be reached at +91 1169329333 and +91 1169329999.The airline said it will continue to closely monitor developments and take necessary operational decisions in line with passenger and crew safety.