Tata Group’s airline company Air India has issued an important notice for its passengers. Air India has given this information on its official X account on Friday. Air India has decided to suspend all flights to and from Tel Aviv, Israel with immediate effect amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Air India said that all flights to and from Tel Aviv are being suspended till August 8.
Safety of guests and crew is our top priority
Air India has said that they are keeping an eye on the situation. The airline company said that the safety of guests and crew is their top priority. Air India has issued 2 contact center phone numbers – 011-69329333 / 011-69329999 to help passengers in this entire matter. These numbers can be contacted 24×7.
What is in the official statement of Air India
Air India wrote on its X account, “Given the ongoing situation in parts of the Middle East, we have suspended scheduled operations of our flights to and from Tel Aviv with immediate effect till 08 August 2024. We are constantly monitoring the situation and providing support to our passengers with confirmed bookings to and from Tel Aviv during this period, including rescheduling and a one-time waiver on cancellation fees. The safety of our guests and crew is our top priority. For more information, please call our 24/7 contact center at 011-69329333 / 011-69329999.”
ANNOUNCEMENT
In view of the ongoing situation in parts of the Middle East, we have suspended scheduled operation of our flights to and from Tel Aviv with immediate effect up to and including 08 August 2024. We are continuously monitoring the situation and are extending support…
— Air India (@airindia) August 2, 2024
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