Engine Fire Scare On Air India Bengaluru-Delhi Flight, All Passengers Safe

An Air India flight from Bengaluru made an emergency landing at Delhi airport on Thursday evening after sparks were reportedly seen in one of its engines, marking the second operational scare involving the airline in a single day. Flight AI2802, operated by an Airbus A320neo aircraft, landed safely under emergency conditions and all passengers and crew members were reported safe. The aircraft was later moved away from the taxiway. Air India said it is gathering more information about the incident and coordinating with authorities.

Engine Scare In Delhi

According to sources, sparks were noticed in one of the aircraft’s engines shortly before landing, prompting emergency procedures at Delhi airport. The Bengaluru-Delhi flight landed safely and no injuries were reported.

Air India confirmed the incident in a statement, saying all passengers and crew members were safe. The airline added that it is working closely with airport and aviation authorities while collecting more details regarding the technical issue.

The aircraft involved in the incident was an Airbus A320neo. Following the landing, the plane was quickly moved off the taxiway to avoid disruption to airport operations.

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Tail Strike Earlier In Bengaluru

Earlier in the day, another Air India flight operating from Delhi to Bengaluru suffered a tail-strike incident while landing at Kempegowda International Airport. Flight AI2651 completed landing safely and all passengers and crew disembarked normally.

According to the airline, the aircraft encountered wake turbulence during descent. Wake turbulence refers to disturbed air generated by another aircraft ahead and can affect the stability of planes during approach or take-off.

The turbulence reportedly caused the aircraft’s tail section to scrape the runway moments before touchdown-an aviation incident known as a tail strike. Such incidents can potentially damage the rear fuselage and require mandatory technical inspections before the aircraft can resume operations.

Following the incident, Air India grounded the aircraft for checks and cancelled the return Bengaluru-Delhi flight AI2652.

The back-to-back incidents involving Air India aircraft in a single day are likely to draw attention from aviation authorities amid increasing focus on operational safety and aircraft maintenance standards.

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