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Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Amid rains, AI flight overshoots city runway
Mumbai: An Air India aircraft overshot the Mumbai airport runway after touching down amid heavy rains Monday. The eventful landing saw the A320 aircraft suffer three tyre bursts, veer off the main runway into the unpaved portion, then onto a taxiway before it came to a halt. No passengers or crew were hurt. The incident occurred after AI 2744 from Kochi touched down on primary runway 27 at 9.27am. It veered about 16m off the runway, took out a few lights along the runway edge and taxiway and damaged a nearby signage before coming to a halt, said a source, adding the pilots then taxied the plane to parking bay. The aircraft sustained serious damage; the engine cowling was left partially deformed, and the tail section had foreign object damage. While a couple of flights close behind in the sequence to land continued with their landing, the main runway was shut down minutes after the accident. After the AI flight accident led to the closure of the primary runway, flight movements were moved to the shorter secondary runway of the Mumbai airport. A total of eight incoming flights were diverted to other airports, while three flights were forced to abort the landing and climbed for a second attempt at touchdown, said a source. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The primary runway was repaired and reopened to flight movements at 12.03pm. A team from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation reached the airport to investigate the accident. Air India, in a statement, said: "Flight AI2744, operating from Kochi to Mumbai, experienced heavy rain during landing, resulting in a runway excursion after touchdown. The aircraft taxied safely to the gate, and all passengers and crew members have since disembarked. The aircraft has been grounded for checks." A Mumbai airport spokesperson said that the airport's emergency response teams were immediately activated to manage the runway excursion. "All passengers and crew are safe. There were minor damages reported to the airport's primary runway — 09/27. In order to ensure continuity of operations, the secondary runway 14/32 was activated." In the past, there have been quite a few incidents of runway excursions at Mumbai airport during the monsoon. In Sep 2023, a VSR Ventures Learjet 45 aircraft flying in from Visakhapatnam experienced a runway excursion on landing at Mumbai during heavy rains and poor visibility.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Time of India
Aircraft skids off runway at the Mumbai airport when landing in heavy rains
MUMBAI: An Air India aircraft overshot the Mumbai airport runway when landing in heavy rains on Monday morning. The A320 aircraft skid off the main runway 27, ran into the unpaved portion and then onto a taxiway before it came to a halt. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The aircraft sustained damage, but it was not disabled, it could be moved off the taxiway to a parking bay, said sources. Official confirmation is awaited. The incident occurred at 9.27 am when Air India flight AI-2744 landed from Kochi. The A320 aircraft (VT-TYA) touched down on main runway 27 and couldn't stay within the runway during deceleration. Sources said that a team from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation is at the Mumbai airport to investigate the matter. Had the aircraft ploughed into the unpaved portion and stayed stuck into the ground, the main runway of the Mumbai airport would have been shut down till the time the aircraft is not removed. In the past, there have been quite a few incidents of runway excursions at Mumbai airport during monsoon. In Sept 2023, a VSR Ventures Learjet 45 aircraft flying in from Visakhapatnam had a runway excursion on landing at Mumbai during heavy rains and poor visibility. The disabled aircraft could be removed only hours later. A statement from Air India and the Mumbai airport is awaited.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Time of India
Runway scare: Kochi-Mumbai Air India flight veers off course during landing; passengers safe
Representative Image MUMBAI: An Air India aircraft overshot the runway while landing at Mumbai airport amid heavy rain on Monday morning. The A320 aircraft skidded off the main Runway 27, ran into an unpaved area, and then onto a taxiway before coming to a halt. Though the aircraft sustained some damage, it was not disabled and was able to taxi to a parking bay, said sources. The main runway was shut following the incident. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai "There are minor damages reported to the airport's primary runway — 09/27." "To ensure continuity of operations, the secondary runway — 14/32 — has been activated," said a Mumbai airport spokesperson. The incident occurred at 9:27am when Air India flight AI-2744 landed from Kochi. The A320 aircraft (VT-TYA) touched down on Runway 27 but failed to remain on the runway during deceleration. Sources said a team from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is at the airport to investigate the matter. An Air India spokesperson said: "Flight AI-2744, operating from Kochi to Mumbai on 21 July 2025, experienced heavy rain during landing, resulting in a runway excursion after touchdown. The aircraft taxied safely to the gate, and all passengers and crew have since disembarked. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo The aircraft has been grounded for checks. The safety of passengers and crew remains our top priority." Mumbai airport, in a statement, said: "An incoming aircraft from Kochi experienced a runway excursion at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Mumbai at 09:27 hours on 21 July 2025. CSMIA's emergency response teams were immediately activated to manage the incident. All passengers and crew are safe. Minor damages have been reported to the airport's primary runway — 09/27. To ensure continuity of operations, the secondary runway — 14/32 — has been activated. At CSMIA, safety always remains our highest priority." Had the aircraft gotten stuck in the unpaved ground, the main runway would have remained shut until it was removed. In the past, several runway excursions have occurred at Mumbai airport during the monsoon. In September 2023, a VSR Ventures Learjet 45 arriving from Visakhapatnam veered off the runway during heavy rain and poor visibility. That disabled aircraft took several hours to be removed.
Hamilton Spectator
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
This luxury charter airline has expanded to Hamilton. How much will a flight cost you?
Ever dreamed of taking a plane to beat the traffic between Hamilton and Toronto? That fantasy could now be a reality — as long as you've got thousands of dollars to spare. Quebec-based Vinci Aviation announced earlier this month that it had expanded its services to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport in collaboration with Onward Aviation — bringing a new charter-based service to the Mount Hope facility. Here's everything to know about the new service. The company flies a Learjet 45, which can seat up to eight passengers, according to Juliette Prud'Homme, director of sales and marketing for Vinci. Just one plane is based in Hamilton. Flights cost $6,600 per hour, with a fuel range of three hours, said Prud'Homme. Passengers could fly from Hamilton to the Bahamas or Florida without stopping, she noted. Flights with the airline can land at any airport with an asphalt runway at least 4,800 feet long — meaning the company can hit destinations across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean, Prud'Homme said. Much like flights with WestJet and Porter, soft drinks, coffee, water and a variety of snacks are included when flying with Vinci, said Prud'Homme. Prud'Homme said flights can be booked with less than 24 hours' notice, as well as weeks and months in advance — but all trips depend on the availability of aircraft and crew. The planes can be booked by anyone for any kind of travelling needs — such as business trips, vacations and government travel, added Prud'Homme. Prud'Homme said the company chose to expand its services to the city to tap into the Ontario market, specifically around the Toronto area. Two new crew members will be based in Hamilton, said Prud'Homme. No other new jobs are associated with the expansion. Prud'Homme said the company offers in-flight catering services, ground transportation booking and concierge services to help book accommodations, food service, entertainment and other parts of their trips.
Cision Canada
06-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Strategic expansion: Vinci Aviation deploys a Learjet 45 in Hamilton Français
HAMILTON, ON, May 6, 2025 /CNW/ - Vinci Aviation is proud to announce the strategic positioning of a Learjet 45 at John C. Munro International Airport in Hamilton starting in early May 2025, marking a significant step in the expansion of its services across Southern Ontario. The aircraft will be based at Onward Aviation, a fixed-base operator (FBO) renowned for the quality of its facilities and exceptional customer service. Like Vinci Aviation, Onward is guided by strong family values, fostering a personalized, human-centered, and reliable approach. This partnership will ensure clients enjoy a seamless, elegant, and tailored experience from the moment they arrive at the terminal. Why Hamilton? Located just 30 minutes from downtown Toronto, Hamilton International Airport offers a smart alternative to the congestion at Pearson. It provides quicker departures, simplified access, and lower operating costs — major advantages for travelers seeking comfort, efficiency, and discretion. Guaranteed availability, no compromises In contrast to many charter models that rely on privately-owned aircraft — often subject to owner-imposed restrictions — Vinci Aviation offers exclusive access to a fleet of Learjet 45 aircraft. This operational independence ensures greater flexibility, enhanced responsiveness, and consistent availability for even the most demanding itineraries. A dedicated, bilingual crew A professional, full-time bilingual crew has been exclusively assigned to this aircraft to ensure the highest level of service. Each flight is executed with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and refined experience. "We're thrilled to expand our presence in Ontario with a solution perfectly tailored to our regional clientele. The choice of Hamilton, combined with our collaboration with Onward Aviation, allows us to further elevate the Vinci experience." – Juliette Prud'Homme, Sales Director, Vinci Aviation This new positioning strengthens Vinci Aviation's commitment to providing accessible, flexible, and highly personalized business aviation. The Learjet 45 based in Hamilton is operated by Nolinor Aviation. About Vinci Aviation Vinci Aviation offers bespoke private aviation services that combine luxury, flexibility, and performance. With a modern fleet and a dedicated team, the company delivers a personalized and discreet flying experience that meets the highest standards in the industry. To learn more about Vinci Aviation's services, visit You can also follow @vinciaviation on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at private aviation.
