New Delhi, November 15, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Air India on Sunday announced the restoration of non-stop operations on all its flights connecting Delhi and Mumbai with New York following the reopening of previously restricted airspace.
The airline said the restrictions had earlier forced it to introduce technical refuelling stops on select services due to operational constraints.
“Air India has restored non-stop operations on all its flights connecting Delhi and Mumbai with New York, following the reopening of previously restricted airspace that had necessitated technical stops on select services,” the airline said in a statement.
The restoration is expected to reduce journey time by up to five hours. Flights that previously took nearly 22 hours due to en-route refuelling stops will now complete the journey in around 17 hours.
Air India’s New York services faced disruption earlier this year after Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian carriers. Subsequent restrictions across parts of the Middle East amid regional tensions further complicated flight operations between India and North America.
Consequently, flights from Delhi and Mumbai to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) were operating with a technical stop in Rome for refuelling.
With the easing of restrictions, Air India has restored non-stop services across all four India-New York routes.
The airline currently operates daily flights from Delhi and Mumbai to JFK. It also operates four weekly flights between Delhi and Newark and three weekly services between Mumbai and Newark.
Air India said passengers would benefit from its latest onboard products and upgraded cabin offerings.
Flights from Delhi to JFK and Newark are operated using Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring three-class cabins with Business Class suites, Premium Economy and Economy Class seating. The aircraft also offer next-generation in-flight entertainment systems and upgraded amenities.
Services from Mumbai to JFK and Newark are operated using Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with refurbished interiors, including First Class suites with privacy doors, flat-bed Business Class seats and upgraded Economy Class cabins.
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