Air India’s in depth $400-million fleet refurbishment programme is presently underway, specializing in modernising the interiors of its legacy plane. A complete of 67 planes — comprising 27 Airbus A320neos, 27 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, and 13 Boeing 777s — are being upgraded in phases over the subsequent two years.
This refurbishment includes an entire inside transformation, together with the set up of latest seats in a three-class cabin structure — Enterprise, Premium Financial system, and Financial system. Moreover, the plane will obtain upgraded carpets, curtains, bathrooms, and different cabin options. Every aircraft may also be repainted within the airline’s up to date livery, reflecting Air India’s rebranding efforts.
The primary Boeing 787-8 is scheduled to endure retrofitting in mid-June 2025, with the remaining 26 Dreamliners anticipated to be refurbished by September 2025. The remainder of the legacy fleet will observe, with all the programme projected to conclude by Could 2027.
In an official assertion, Air India mentioned, “The retrofit programme is a vital step ahead in Air India’s transformation journey. As we advance, it’s going to assist present a constant expertise throughout the fleet with a three-class cabin configuration, that includes luxurious Enterprise Class seats, India’s solely Premium Financial system, and an enhanced Financial system cabin.”
At present, greater than half of Air India’s plane already function upgraded or new interiors. By October 2025, 82% of its single-aisle plane are anticipated to supply refreshed cabin experiences. In complete, 106 of the airline’s 198 plane may have new or considerably improved interiors as soon as the refurbishment is full.
