More than 75% of these mangoes originate from Western India and are flown to 43 destinations in 31 countries across five continents via Air India’s route network.
Air India said it has developed strong connections with key mango farms, transporting popular varieties like Alphonso from Maharashtra and Safeda and Dussehri from Uttar Pradesh.
Mangoes are kept in temperature-controlled APEDA-certified facilities prior to take-off to ensure freshness.
Once at the airport, Air India noted thermal blankets and cool dollies ensure the fruit stays chilled as it moves across the tarmac and into the belly of the aircraft.
Air India Head of Cargo Ramesh Mamidala said: “Perishable movement has seen a significant increase this past year – mangoes being one of the more conspicuous examples. We continue to make investments in enhancing our cold-chain infrastructure, streamlining processes at key airports and strengthening our partnerships with exporters to make Air India the preferred choice for fresh cargo.
"For us, this mango season is about more than simply transporting fruit. It's about sharing the story of India’s farm-to-globe journey, driven by Air India’s vast network, consistency and cutting-edge cargo capabilities.”
With the mango season now in full swing, Air India said it is gearing up to exceed the April volumes in the coming months.