{"id":53975,"date":"2024-01-01T18:19:34","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T12:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=53975"},"modified":"2024-01-21T19:31:21","modified_gmt":"2024-01-21T14:01:21","slug":"air-india-to-deploy-a350-on-metro-routes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/01\/air-india-to-deploy-a350-on-metro-routes\/","title":{"rendered":"Air India to Deploy New Airbus A350 on Metro Routes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>GURUGRAM-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Air+India\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Air India (AI) <\/a>has officially declared that its new <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=A350\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Airbus A350<\/a>, marking India&#8217;s debut with this aircraft type, is set to commence commercial operations on January 22, 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a celebratory gesture for the New Year, the airline has initiated bookings for flights operated by the A350, extending the opportunity for travel enthusiasts from <strong>Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Mumbai<\/strong> to relish the unmatched comfort and cutting-edge technology featured in Air India&#8217;s distinctive new livery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Air India (AI) has officially declared that its new Airbus A350, marking India's debut with this aircraft type, is set to commence commercial operations on January 22, 2024. \" class=\"wp-image-51469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j-750x422.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/bo3xvm8j.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-air-india-a350-routes\">Air India A350 Routes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the initial deployment of the aircraft on domestic routes serves crew familiarization and regulatory compliance purposes, it signifies a significant step in Air India&#8217;s transformative journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subsequently, the A350 will embark on longer-haul journeys, connecting destinations across various continents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Bookings open for our Airbus A350 operations in the domestic sector. <br><br>The brand-new aircraft, which is India\u2019s first, will start commercial service from 22nd January 2024. <br><br>This is our way of celebrating the New Year with all of you, who just can\u2019t wait to fly the new\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/y0YebLee5v\">pic.twitter.com\/y0YebLee5v<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Air India (@airindia) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/airindia\/status\/1741777885017371067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 1, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the schedule for the first A350 domestic flights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"873\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-2.png\" alt=\"Air India A350 Flights\" class=\"wp-image-53976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-2.png 873w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-2-300x99.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-2-768x252.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-2-750x247.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 873px) 100vw, 873px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Air India (AI) has officially declared that its new Airbus A350, marking India's debut with this aircraft type, is set to commence commercial operations on January 22, 2024.\" class=\"wp-image-53744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm-750x422.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/u7jtu9bm.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a350-receives-grand-welcome\">A350 Receives Grand Welcome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On December 23, 2023, Air India officially welcomed its initial Airbus A350-900 aircraft, registered as<strong> VT-JRA<\/strong>, at IGI Airport in <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Delhi\">Delhi (DEL)<\/a>. The aircraft had flown in from the Airbus facility in Toulouse, France. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This significant event marked the introduction of the first widebody aircraft from Air India&#8217;s remarkable order of 470 aircraft, set to arrive at the rate of one new aircraft every six days throughout 2024. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equipped with <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Rolls+Royce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rolls Royce<\/a> Trent XWB engines, these A350s boast a 20% improvement in fuel efficiency compared to similar aircraft, contributing to reduced fuel emissions and promoting sustainable operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k-750x422.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2yzlsr1k.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comfort-in-skies\">Comfort in Skies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Air India&#8217;s A350-900 is configured with a three-class cabin layout, offering a total of 316 seats. This includes 28 private Business suites featuring full-flat beds, 24 Premium Economy seats with additional legroom and amenities, and 264 spacious Economy seats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All seats on the aircraft are equipped with the latest-generation Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system and HD screens, enhancing the overall flying experience. This upgraded system will provide passengers with a fresh array of content while on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In tandem with the arrival of the A350, Air India has already implemented its new global brand identity across various guest touchpoints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the airline unveiled a new collection of uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew, designed by renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the introduction of the A350 into service, passengers can expect to see Air India&#8217;s cabin crew and pilots donning these new uniforms, showcasing a modern and unified look for the airline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Air India to Deploy New Airbus A350 on Metro Routes\" class=\"wp-image-53747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k-750x422.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/jcefne9k.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pilot-training-facility\">Pilot Training Facility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Air India is in the final phases of establishing a joint venture (JV) for Pilot Training with the prominent&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Airbus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">European aerospace company Airbus<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This collaboration aims to create a pilot training services facility anticipated to be the largest in the South Asian region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the overall investment in this facility is expected to amount to&nbsp;<strong>\u20b93,500 crore<\/strong>, with both Air India and Airbus holding equal 50% stakes in the venture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial phase of the facility will commence with<strong>&nbsp;six simulators<\/strong>&nbsp;catering to the Airbus<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=A320\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;A320 family&nbsp;<\/a>and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=A350\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A350&nbsp;<\/a>aircraft types. However, it is designed with the potential to expand its capacity to accommodate up to 20 simulators, positioning it among the most extensive training facilities in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the Airbus-focused initiative, Air India is in the final stages of solidifying another joint venture with L3 Harris, a U.S.-based entity, specifically for pilot training concerning&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Boeing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boeing&nbsp;<\/a>aircraft like the 737, 777, and 787.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/s\/aviationa2z\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram Group&nbsp;<\/a>for the Latest Aviation Updates. 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