US-Iran War: Air India flight to Tel Aviv returns mid-air to Delhi
28 Feb 2026
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New Delhi: An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv has turned back mid-air after Israel closed its airspace for flights.
An Air India spokesperson stated that flight AI139, that departed from Delhi on February 28, has turned back to Delhi. He explained that the flight is returning due to the Israeli airspace closure and the safety of passengers and crew members.
It is noteworthy that Israel closed its airspace to civilian flights on Saturday and attacked Iran.
In a statement, the spokesperson expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to passengers due to this unexpected situation. The statement stated that Air India is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety.
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