We are deeply saddened by the incident involving our member airline Air India flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick. Please follow Air India’s official channels for the latest information. Air India has also set up dedicated passenger hotlines for more information:

Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off. The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are

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Track your bags with our online service, or your member airline's app 🌟 Enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly where your bags are at every step of your journey – just like this Star Alliance traveller 🧳✨

Making connections effortless 💫 Watch how our Connection Service combines smart tech and personalised assistance to keep you moving smoothly through our key hubs.

Traveling to London this Christmas and beyond? ✈️ 🇬🇧🚆 Star Alliance Gold members, and one companion, can now enjoy a complimentary upgrade to Business First class on the @HeathrowExpress , taking you from Heathrow to central London in just 15 minutes!

✈️ Breeze through security with Star Alliance Gold Track 🌟​ Skip the queues with priority access, giving you more time to​ relax before your flight. Now that's Airport Mode made easier!

Airport Mode Made Easier at London Heathrow 💫 Every month, we operate over 3,500 flights from Terminal 2, where 22 Star Alliance members come together under 1 roof. Experience premium service and perks with us at one of the world's busiest airports.

Time to celebrate! 🙌✈️ 🎉 This month we mark two milestones - @croatiaairlines 20th year and Shenzhen Airlines' 12th year as part of our Star Alliance network. Join us in congratulating them! 👇

Top of the world, again! 🏆 ✈️ We're proud to be named World's Leading Airline Alliance at the @WTravelAwards for the fifth consecutive year! Thank you to everyone who voted for us and to our teams worldwide👏

Your perfect retreat before takeoff, with the same star hospitality in a new haven — introducing our latest Star Alliance airport lounge in Guangzhou, our first in Asia. Now open to all First and Business class guests, along with Star Alliance Gold status customers, travelling

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From smooth check ins to priority boarding, discover how aiming for Star Alliance Gold adds exceptional value to your travels - whether you’re blending business with leisure or simply flying for pleasure.

Our Connection Service, available at 8 key hubs, unites member airlines for seamless transfers and efficient baggage handling. Tight transfer windows? No problem! Our team monitors transfers and flags risks to ensure you and your bags make it to the next flight on time. 🌍🧳

Tell us what “hello & welcome” is in your language? 🌍✨ Watch as representatives from a few of our member airlines extend a warm welcome in their native languages. We’re so proud of our diverse network, where every journey connects you to a world of cultures and experiences.

Meet Swayne 🧑‍✈️👋 From model planes to First Officer of @united's Boeing 757 and 767, he’s living proof that dreams can come true! ✈️ Now he flies the 757-300, the longest single-aisle jet in the world—affectionately known as the 'flying pencil'. Keep soaring, Swayne! 💙