Airline Guide · Asia
Air India (AI)
India's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, Air India was privatized in 2022 and is undergoing major fleet expansion.
AI airline facts
IATA Code
AI
ICAO Code
AIC
Callsign
Air India
Country
India
Headquarters
New Delhi
Region
Asia
Alliance
Star Alliance
Founded
1932
Air India hubs
Primary airports where Air India concentrates operations and offers the most connections.
Frequently asked: AI
Where is Air India based?
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Air India (IATA: AI, ICAO: AIC) is headquartered in New Delhi, India. The airline was founded in 1932 and operates a fleet of approximately 180 aircraft.
What is Air India's IATA code?
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The IATA code for Air India is AI. The ICAO code is AIC. The radio callsign used by air traffic control is "Air India".
Which alliance does Air India belong to?
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Air India is a member of Star Alliance, which means passengers can earn and redeem frequent flyer miles with partner airlines, access partner lounges, and enjoy other alliance benefits.
What are Air India's primary hubs?
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Air India operates primary hubs at DEL, BOM. These are the airports where the airline concentrates its operations and offers the most onward connections.
How many aircraft does Air India have?
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Air India operates a fleet of approximately 180 aircraft. Fleet size and composition change frequently as airlines retire older aircraft and add new ones — check the airline's website for the current fleet.
When was Air India founded?
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Air India was founded in 1932, making it one of the airlines with a long operational history from the early decades of commercial aviation.
Can I track Air India flights on TripDesk365?
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