Air India has successfully conducted a test flight of one of its Boeing 777 aircraft after it remained grounded for nearly five years. The aircraft, named Goa, took off from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, marking an important step toward its return to commercial operations.
The widebody jet had been parked at the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Nagpur for several years. During the recent test flight, Air India’s flight crew carried out multiple system checks while flying around the Nagpur region before safely landing back at the airport.
The successful sortie represents a major milestone for the airline as it works to restore long-grounded aircraft and strengthen its operational fleet. The move is part of the airline’s broader transformation strategy under the ownership of the Tata Group.
Once the required technical checks and certifications are completed, the Boeing 777 is expected to rejoin Air India’s active fleet and support the carrier’s expanding international operations.