Goa-Delhi IndiGo flight makes emergency landing, engine failure suspected
The Delhi-bound flight had a total of 229 passengers on board. According to the airline, the flight landed after a technical issue was detected.
An IndiGo flight carrying 229 passengers and crew made an emergency landing in Goa on Tuesday after the pilot reported a possible engine failure shortly after takeoff from Delhi. The aircraft, flight 6E 2102, departed from Delhi at 9:16am and safely touched down at Manohar International Airport in Goa at 9:50am. Airport officials declared a full emergency at 9:25am upon receiving the pilot's report of the suspected engine issue.
No injuries were reported among passengers or crew. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will conduct an inspection of the aircraft in Goa. IndiGo stated that the plane was undergoing maintenance checks and followed standard operating procedures upon detecting the technical problem. Passengers were provided with refreshments and updates during the delay.
The airline assured that alternative arrangements were made for customers to reach their destinations. Safety remained the top priority for IndiGo, and passengers remained at the Goa airport terminal, expected to be flown to Delhi later that day.
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