Air India’s A350 makes ultra long-haul debut on Delhi-New York route

Only non-stop flights between India and USA to offer private suites in Business Class. Services between Delhi and Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) to follow from January 2, 2025.

Air India has introduced its flagship A350-900 aircraft on daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This will be followed by a 5x weekly A350 service from Delhi to Newark’s Liberty International Airport (EWR) commencing January 2, 2025.

With these deployments, Air India introduces to travellers visiting the New York region its all-new interiors, including private suites in Business Class and a Premium Economy cabin, as well as new Inflight Entertainment (IFE) system, enhanced catering, and new serviceware.

The deployment of this flagship product, which also recently commenced on the Delhi-London Heathrow route, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s post-privatization transformation program.

In addition, Air India is preparing to launch its new inflight connectivity service on international flights operated by the A350. The service is expected to be launched in the coming weeks, enabling guests to use Wi-Fi on their own devices and stay connected.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India, said: “The A350 is not just another aircraft for Air India; it is a symbol of the “new Air India” that is emerging through our 5-year Vihaan.AI post-privatisation transformation program. Guest feedback on the aircraft and new customer experience has been exceptionally positive since it was launched on the Delhi-London Heathrow route in September, so we are excited to now bring it to New York. We are also looking forward to commencing the full interior refit of existing aircraft in 2025 which, together with the hundreds of new aircraft on order, will take Air India to new heights.”