Air India

Air India, the flag carrier of India, began its journey as Tata Airlines on October 15, 1932, founded by J. R. D. Tata. Initially focused on air mail services, the airline quickly expanded its operations. It was nationalized in 1953, becoming a public sector undertaking. A significant milestone was achieved in 1960 when Air India became the first Asian airline to induct a jet aircraft, a Boeing 707, into its fleet. The airline has since undergone periods of privatization efforts and integration challenges.

In a significant development, the Tata Group, its original founders, regained full ownership of Air India in January 2022, concluding 69 years of government management. This transition marked the beginning of a new strategic direction for the airline. Air India operates a modern fleet, primarily comprising Airbus and Boeing aircraft, and serves a network that spans 87 domestic and international destinations. Its primary hub is located at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, with secondary bases in Bengaluru and Mumbai. [edit]