New maintenance hangar construction starts

Air India has begun building a new maintenance hangar at the Indira-Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. The project is part of the airline's efforts to modernize its infrastructure and improve its operational efficiency.

Unique design for dual aircraft types

The new Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) complex will be designed to simultaneously accommodate both wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. This configuration is being presented as a first in Delhi, where Air India operates as its main hub.

Advanced structural features

The hangar will have a clear height of 25 meters and large spans without intermediate supports. These features are intended to provide greater flexibility and efficiency in aircraft maintenance and repair operations.

Integrated facilities for streamlined operations

The project aims to consolidate various engineering and maintenance activities under the direct operational control of Air India. The new facilities will include integrated technical offices, an on-site spare parts store, and a workshop for equipment and cabin furnishings.

Efficiency and cost reduction goals

Air India intends to accelerate inspections, defect correction, and interior repairs while reducing its reliance on external contractors. The consolidation of technical teams, parts, and repair resources is expected to allow aircraft immobilized for technical reasons to return to service more quickly.

Improved fleet availability and cost savings

The new organization is expected to reduce downtime and logistics costs, as well as improve the availability of Air India's fleet at its main hub in Delhi. This development reflects the airline's broader strategy to enhance its operational capabilities and service reliability.