Air India Flight AI119 Diverts to Mumbai Due to Mid-Flight Security Threat | Mumbai News

MUMBAI: A possible safety risk acquired enroute had an Air India flight working from Mumbai to New York to divert to Mumbai on Monday.
The Boeing 777 plane was over Azerbaijan at 30,000 ft altitude when it modified course to divert to the airport of origin. The plane with 303 passengers and 19 crew members landed safely in Mumbai at 10.25 am.

Flight AI119 working Mumbai-New York (JFK) in the present day, 10 March 2025. “After following the necessary protocols, the flight returned to Mumbai in the interest of the safety and security of all on board,” stated Air India in an announcement.
The airline added that the plane is present process necessary checks by safety companies, and Air India is extending its full cooperation to the authorities.
The flight has been rescheduled to function at 5 am on 11 March, and all passengers have been supplied lodge lodging, meals, and different help till then, the airline stated.
“Our colleagues on the ground are making sure to minimise the inconvenience caused to our passengers by this disruption. As always, Air India accords the highest priority to the safety of passengers and crew,” stated the Air India spokesperson.
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