Air India Upgrades Key US Routes with New Boeing 777 Aircraft

In a significant development, Air India, the flagship carrier of India, has introduced its newly acquired Boeing 777 aircraft to all three of its US destinations: New York JFK, Newark Liberty, and San Francisco. This strategic move is part of the airline’s efforts to upgrade its long-haul flights to the United States.

Boeing 777-300ER: Redefining Long-Haul Travel

The Boeing 777-300ER is a cutting-edge long-range wide-body aircraft, capable of performing non-stop journeys from India to the United States. Passengers can expect a comfortable and spacious cabin with a host of modern amenities, including in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi connectivity, and a premium economy class.

First-Class Cabins Debut on Mumbai-London Route

In an exciting announcement, Air India revealed that it will operate one of its two daily flights between Mumbai and London Heathrow (AI130/AI131) with the state-of-the-art Boeing 777 aircraft. This upgrade promises a luxurious and modern travel experience, with the introduction of First-Class cabins as a highlight.

The company stated, “In addition, one of the two daily Air India flights between Mumbai and London Heathrow (AI130/AI131) will now also operate on the new B777 aircraft offering modern generation interiors, as well as introducing First Class cabins.”

Cabin Configurations

The Boeing 777-200LR aircraft serving San Francisco and New York-JFK features 28 Business, 48 Premium Economy, and 212 Economy Class seats. Meanwhile, the Boeing 777-300ER, which operates between Newark Liberty and London, offers 8 First Class, 40 Business, and 280 Economy Class seats.

Air India’s Ongoing Transformation

Campbell Wilson, Managing Director & CEO of Air India, expressed his excitement about the recent developments, stating;

“We are delighted to now offer an elevated experience on all routes from Mumbai to the United States and to upgrade one of our London services. This is part of the ongoing product transformation underway at Air India, with 7 new B777s inducted over the last year to be followed by 4 more, along with 6 new Airbus A350s, over the coming months. All of these aircraft feature much-improved interiors and pave the way for the full interior upgrade of our entire widebody fleet commencing in the middle of 2024.”

Air India’s commitment to enhancing passenger experiences and embracing modern aviation technology marks a significant step forward in the airline industry. Travellers on these routes can look forward to a more comfortable and luxurious journey.