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Air India MumbaiNewark Flight Makes Precautionary Return as Both Legs Are Canceled

The carrier describes the turnback as a routine safety step under standard protocols.

Overview

  • Crew on AI191 reported a suspected technical issue in flight, returned to Mumbai, and all passengers deplaned safely.
  • The Boeing 777 is grounded in Mumbai for inspections, with no details yet released on the underlying fault.
  • Flight‑tracking data show the jet flew for roughly three hours before landing back at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
  • The outbound AI191 and the NewarkMumbai return AI144 were canceled, and affected travelers received hotel stays and rebooking support.
  • The event comes after other October disruptions, including a Milan–Delhi cancellation and a Vienna diversion, sharpening attention on long‑haul reliability.