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Air India

The Maharaja is back. After decades of government decline, Tata Group bought Air India in 2022 and has been on a massive overhaul — new planes (250+ on order), new seats, new service standards. It's the most watched airline transformation in the world.

Callsign
AIRINDIA
ICAO code
AIC
IATA code
AI
Founded
1932
Headquarters
Gurugram, India
Hubs
DEL · BOM
Fun fact

Air India was acquired by Tata Group in 2022, returning it to its founder — JRD Tata started the airline in 1932. The Tatas are essentially buying back what they built.

Quick answers

What is Air India's callsign?

"AIRINDIA". On the radio a flight is called by that word plus its flight number, and on a live map its callsign starts with AIC.

What are Air India's airline codes?

ICAO AIC, IATA AI. Tickets and departure boards use the two-letter IATA code; air traffic control and flight data use the three-letter ICAO code.

Where are Air India's hubs?

New Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM).

Is Air India in an airline alliance?

Yes: Star Alliance.

Aircraft you’ll see in Air India colors

Air India special liveries

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