Air India looks to complete widebody planes' retrofitting by Oct 2028

Air India aims to complete retrofitting its widebody fleet by October 2028 as part of its US$400 million fleet upgrade programme, enhancing the flying experience and operational reliability

Air India on Sunday said its retrofitting of the widebody fleet began last month and is scheduled to conclude by October 2028, as part of the airline’s $400 million fleet upgrade programme aimed at delivering a better flying experience and enhancing operational reliability.

 

The first of 26 Boeing 787-8 aircraft (VT-ANT) flew to Boeing’s facility in Victorville, California, in July, and a second aircraft will depart for the same facility in October this year. Both are expected to return to service in December with new interiors featuring a three-class configuration, including Business, Premium Economy, and Economy, upgraded inflight entertainment systems,