New Delhi, February 28: The Tata-led airline Air India on Saturday diverted its New Delhi-Tel Aviv flight to Mumbai mid-way due to the closure of Israeli airspace. Following Israel’s attacks on Iran, some airspaces have been closed.
The airline said in a statement, “Flight number AI-139, operating from New Delhi to Tel Aviv on February 28, is returning to India due to the closure of airspace in Israel and for the safety of passengers and crew members.”
This Air India flight was going from New Delhi to Tel Aviv. Air India has suspended flights to Israel for a week from March 1, citing rising regional tensions.
An airline official said that flight number AI-139 has been diverted to Mumbai. The company said, “We will continue to assess the safety and security environment for our flight operations and will adjust operations as needed.”
The airline also apologized for the inconvenience caused to passengers due to this sudden situation. Reiterating its commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards, the company said it is continuously evaluating the situation and will reschedule flights as needed.
Meanwhile, IndiGo Airlines stated via X-post that it is closely monitoring regional updates related to Iran and its airspace. The safety of our customers and crew is our top priority. Our teams are prepared to make any necessary changes as the situation changes.
The airline added that customers are advised to check their flight status before departure. In the event of any impact, updates will be immediately communicated through registered contact details. We will keep you informed and remain fully committed to providing our unwavering support during this time.