# Air India has been dealing with several major problems over the past year.

*aerospace · news · 2026-05-22 · The Financial Express*

## Key points

- Vinod Kannan and Nipun Aggarwal are leading contenders for Air India's next CEO position.
- Flights from Delhi to London now take nearly 12 hours due to rerouting around Gulf airspace.
- Air India's fuel costs have doubled since the Iran conflict, now comprising 34% of total expenses.
- Air India suffered a major Boeing 787 crash in June 2025, killing hundreds of people.

**Companies:** Air India
**Countries:** India, Iran

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