Tokyo-Delhi Air India flight diverted to Kolkata due to cabin temperature concern

An Air India flight from Tokyo to Delhi was diverted to Kolkata on Sunday following a persistent warm temperature caused due to an issue with the cabin's air conditioner.

AI357, operating from Tokyo's Haneda Airport to Delhi, made a precautionary diversion after passengers and crew experienced persistent warm temperatures in the cabin.

In an official statement, an Air India spokesperson confirmed that the aircraft landed safely in Kolkata, where it is currently undergoing technical checks.

In an official statement, an Air India spokesperson confirmed that the aircraft landed safely in Kolkata, where it is currently undergoing



technical checks.

"Air India flight AI357 operating from Haneda to Delhi on 29 June made a precautionary diversion to Kolkata due to persistent warm temperature experienced in the cabin. The aircraft landed safely into Kolkata and is currently undergoing checks," the spokesperson said.

The airline also stated that ground staff in Kolkata are assisting passengers and making alternative arrangements to fly them to Delhi at the earliest. “Our ground colleagues in Kolkata are providing all necessary support to passengers to minimise the inconvenience caused by this unforeseen diversion. We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers,” the statement added.