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‘Cockpit Crew Decided to Discontinue…’: Air India's Delhi-London Flight Aborts Takeoff Due to Technical Issue

DELHI, JUL 31 – The Dreamliner flight was aborted during takeoff as a precaution after a technical issue was detected, with replacement aircraft arranged to minimize passenger disruption.

  • On July 31, 2025, Air India’s Flight AI2017 aborted its takeoff at Delhi airport due to a suspected technical issue, returning to the bay.
  • Following standard operating procedures, the cockpit crew decided to discontinue the takeoff after detecting a suspected technical issue.
  • Ground staff are extending support and care to guests, and an alternative aircraft is being deployed to London, as passenger safety remains Air India's top priority.
  • Following the aborted takeoff, AI2017 was delayed on Thursday as it returned to the bay for checks, after a suspected technical issue.
  • Amid ongoing safety scrutiny, on June 12, Air India’s Dreamliner Boeing 787-8 crashed after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 260 people, prompting safety reassurances.
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Live Mint broke the news in New Delhi, India on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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