Air India Flight AI119, en route from Mumbai to New York, was compelled to turn back mid-flight on Monday following the detection of a potential security threat. The aircraft landed safely at 10:25 AM local time, and the airline is currently cooperating with security agencies conducting mandatory checks.
In a statement, Air India confirmed that the flight has been rescheduled to depart at 5:00 AM on March 11, 2025. To accommodate affected passengers, the airline is providing hotel accommodations, meals, and additional assistance during the wait.
Air India emphasized its commitment to passenger safety, stating, “Our colleagues on the ground are making sure to minimize the inconvenience caused to our passengers by this disruption. As always, Air India accords the highest priority to the safety of passengers and crew.”
The flight, which typically takes around 15 hours from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai to John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, faced an unexpected interruption due to the security alert.
