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Posted on August 5, 2025
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An Air India passenger on flight AI 180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata was startled mid-air when cockroaches were spotted in the cabin. The airline conducted a mid-flight deep clean in Kolkata and launched a full investigation, but what prompted this in the first place?
Air India described the incident as “unfortunate” and said its ground staff performed a deep cleaning during the Kolkata stop. The airline acknowledged its aircraft undergo routine fumigation but noted that insects can occasionally enter during ground handling. A comprehensive investigation into the source and cause was launched.
Per Air India:
Yes, insects can get in during ground handling, even in San Francisco. But it’s hard to imagine cockroaches getting cozy in the cabin unless they had a reason to stay—like crumbs, leftovers, or spilled beverages not properly cleaned. The aircraft in question previously flew for Delta Air Lines. I don’t remember any reports of cockroaches when it was flying as N709DN.
This isn’t the first hygiene-related incident Air India has had, and it likely won’t be the last. Between service issues, maintenance lapses, and the airline’s massive fleet modernization project, it’s clear that attention to detail is still a work in progress. But this is a detail that should never be overlooked.
https://liveandletsfly.com/cockroaches-air-india-san-francisco-flight/
Cockroaches Found Crawling Onboard Air India Flight From San Francisco
Matthew KlintPosted on August 5, 2025
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An Air India passenger on flight AI 180 from San Francisco to Mumbai via Kolkata was startled mid-air when cockroaches were spotted in the cabin. The airline conducted a mid-flight deep clean in Kolkata and launched a full investigation, but what prompted this in the first place?
Air India Apologizes After Cockroaches Found On San Francisco–Mumbai Flight
On August 4, Air India confirmed that passengers on its long‑haul flight AI 180 reported seeing a few small cockroaches in the cabin. The aircraft, an ex-Delta Boeing 777 (registration VT‑AEH), landed in Kolkata for a scheduled fuel stop. Crew relocated two affected passengers to other seats before the aircraft continued to Mumbai.Air India described the incident as “unfortunate” and said its ground staff performed a deep cleaning during the Kolkata stop. The airline acknowledged its aircraft undergo routine fumigation but noted that insects can occasionally enter during ground handling. A comprehensive investigation into the source and cause was launched.
Per Air India:
Clean Planes Don’t Have Roaches…
An investigation? It’s very simple, really. Just clean up each night and don’t leave food out… just like at home.Yes, insects can get in during ground handling, even in San Francisco. But it’s hard to imagine cockroaches getting cozy in the cabin unless they had a reason to stay—like crumbs, leftovers, or spilled beverages not properly cleaned. The aircraft in question previously flew for Delta Air Lines. I don’t remember any reports of cockroaches when it was flying as N709DN.
This isn’t the first hygiene-related incident Air India has had, and it likely won’t be the last. Between service issues, maintenance lapses, and the airline’s massive fleet modernization project, it’s clear that attention to detail is still a work in progress. But this is a detail that should never be overlooked.
CONCLUSION
It doesn’t take AI, QR codes, or biometric boarding to keep a cabin clean. Just wipe the surfaces, vacuum the floors, and don’t treat your aircraft like a trash bin. If Air India can’t handle that on the ground, it won’t be able to fix it in the air either…https://liveandletsfly.com/cockroaches-air-india-san-francisco-flight/
