Bengaluru-Delhi flight makes emergency landing in Jaipur due to technical glitch
An Air India Express aircraft flying from Bengaluru to Delhi made an emergency landing at Jaipur airport when the flight suffered a technical snag. The pilot sought clearance from Jaipur ATC and safely landed the plane and all the passengers were evacuated safely.
In a dramatic sequence of events, Indian aviation faced two significant incidents on Wednesday, showcasing the complexities and challenges of air travel. An Air India Express flight made an emergency landing at Jaipur airport due to a technical glitch, while an IndiGo flight en route to Srinagar battled a severe hailstorm, resulting in damage to the aircraft.
Air India express flight makes emergency landing
An Air India Express flight traveling from Bengaluru to Delhi encountered a technical issue mid-air, prompting the pilot to request an emergency landing at Jaipur airport. The aircraft landed safely, and all passengers were evacuated without incident. However, the passengers had to continue their journey to Delhi by road.
IndiGo flight battles hailstorm, damage reported
Meanwhile, an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar faced a harrowing experience when it encountered a severe hailstorm. The pilot declared an emergency, and despite the aircraft suffering damage to its nose cone, all 227 passengers and crew members landed safely at Srinagar Airport. A video captured by a passenger showed the intense hailstorm causing vibrations and panic inside the cabin.
Airline Response and Safety Measures
The airline confirmed that everyone on board the IndiGo flight was safely evacuated, but the aircraft was grounded for immediate repairs due to the extent of the damage. An official from the Airport Authority of India confirmed the incident, stating that the pilot had reported the emergency to ATC after encountering bad weather.
