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Vistara, the airline celebrated for its premium service, marked its final journey in the Indian skies as it prepares for a complete merger with Air India on Monday. The merger, announced in 2022, is a strategic alliance between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines to create a robust full-service carrier capable of dominating both domestic and international markets. The Vistara brand, a joint venture with a 51:49 ownership between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, will cease independent operations as it integrates fully into Air India.

A Vistara flight traveling from Mumbai to Frankfurt was diverted to Erzurum Airport in eastern Turkey on September 6, 2024, due to a security concern, the airline confirmed. The flight, designated UK27, landed safely at 7:05 PM local time.

In a significant development for the aviation industry, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has granted approval for the merger of Air India and Vistara, marking a pivotal step towards the formation of one of the world's largest airline conglomerates. The post-merger entity will witness Singapore Airlines holding a 25.1% stake in Air India, following the announcement of the merger in November 2022.

In an effort to alleviate its pilot shortage crisis, Vistara, a subsidiary of the Tata Group, has announced plans to source first officers from Air India. However, this move may not immediately resolve the ongoing challenges faced by the airline.

Vistara, the joint venture between Tatas and Singapore Airlines, has announced a strategic reduction in flight operations by 25-30 flights per day. This move aims to relieve the mounting pressure on pilots and improve the airline's on-time performance amidst recent operational challenges.