<div>Air India unveiled a new mobile application aimed at increasing direct consumer booking and providing a hassle-free entry into airports.<br /><br /> The service will be available on Android, iOS and Windows, which means at check-in, passengers can choose to receive their boarding pass on their phone or smart-watch.<br /><br /> At the airport, passengers will also receive regular updates on their flights and can use the app for mobile boarding. The new app, which will cater to more than 18 million passengers, was developed by global technology provider SITA. According to Air India, the app makes it even easier for passengers to book, check-in and manage every aspect of their journey on their mobile device.<br /><br /> “The app meets the growing demand for mobile services in India and supports the airline’s drive to increase direct consumer booking, both domestically and internationally,” the airline said. Air India is banking on the statistics that around 300 million regularly use mobile phones to access Internet, a trend that is expected to grow by 56% per year.<br /><br /> The app will help the flier book and pay for a flight by quickly and securely scanning both passport and credit card. Passengers can fully manage their booking on their mobile device, including selection of seats, changes to their itinerary, buying additional services, choosing their meals and checking in.</div>
<div>Air India unveiled a new mobile application aimed at increasing direct consumer booking and providing a hassle-free entry into airports.<br /><br /> The service will be available on Android, iOS and Windows, which means at check-in, passengers can choose to receive their boarding pass on their phone or smart-watch.<br /><br /> At the airport, passengers will also receive regular updates on their flights and can use the app for mobile boarding. The new app, which will cater to more than 18 million passengers, was developed by global technology provider SITA. According to Air India, the app makes it even easier for passengers to book, check-in and manage every aspect of their journey on their mobile device.<br /><br /> “The app meets the growing demand for mobile services in India and supports the airline’s drive to increase direct consumer booking, both domestically and internationally,” the airline said. Air India is banking on the statistics that around 300 million regularly use mobile phones to access Internet, a trend that is expected to grow by 56% per year.<br /><br /> The app will help the flier book and pay for a flight by quickly and securely scanning both passport and credit card. Passengers can fully manage their booking on their mobile device, including selection of seats, changes to their itinerary, buying additional services, choosing their meals and checking in.</div>
