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Air India has cancelled all flights to and from New York and Newark on January 25 and 26 due to a severe winter storm forecast across the US East Coast. Heavy snowfall in New York, New Jersey and adjoining regions is expected to significantly disrupt flight operations.
Heavy Snow Forecast Disrupts Air India Operations on US East Coast
New Delhi: A severe winter storm has been forecast for New York, New Jersey, and surrounding areas on the US East Coast. According to the weather department, heavy snowfall and strong winds are expected from early Sunday through Monday. This storm is likely to directly impact air services, causing significant disruptions to flight operations.
Keeping the safety, convenience, and well-being of passengers and crew members in mind, Air India has taken a significant decision. The airline has announced the cancellation of all flights to and from New York and Newark on January 25th and 26th. Air India shared this information through a travel advisory.
A severe winter storm with heavy snow is forecast for New York, New Jersey and adjoining areas in the US East Coast from early Sunday morning to Monday, which will have a significant impact on flight operations.
In view of the safety, well-being and convenience…
— Air India (@airindia) January 24, 2026
According to Air India, inclement weather is expected to cause runway icing, reduced visibility, and air traffic delays. In such circumstances, flights have been temporarily cancelled, giving passenger safety the highest priority. The airline has appealed to passengers to understand the situation and maintain cooperation.
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Air India has stated that passengers booked for flights on January 25th and 26th will receive all possible assistance. The airline's special teams are ready to provide passengers with rebooking, refunds, and other necessary information to ensure they face no inconvenience.
Air India has requested passengers to contact its 24x7 call center for the latest information regarding their travel. Numbers +91 1169329333 and +91 1169329999 have been issued. Passengers can also check for updates on Air India's official website, www.airindia.com.
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In a statement, Air India urged passengers to exercise patience and understanding. The airline stated that this action was taken due to unusual weather conditions and that services would be resumed as soon as normalcy returns. Passengers affected by the inclement weather are advised to check their flight status before departing.
Air India and the relevant US airport authorities are continuously monitoring the weather conditions. Further flight information will be issued as soon as conditions improve.
