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NDTV
2 days ago
- NDTV
IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing In Indore Due To Technical Alert
Indore: An IndiGo flight from Goa with 140 passengers on board made an emergency landing at the Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore on Monday evening following a technical alert related to its landing gear, officials said. All passengers are safe. Airport director Vipinkant Seth stated that IndiGo Airlines flight (6E 813) from Goa received an undercarriage warning, indicating a possible issue with its landing gear. As a precaution, the aircraft remained airborne for approximately 25 minutes before landing. "Due to this warning, the aircraft landed under emergency conditions at the Indore airport. The crew and all passengers are completely safe," he stated. Another official said information was received about an undercarriage warning, prompting declaration of "full emergency" at the airport. Fire and medical teams were deployed as per the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The aircraft, carrying about 140 passengers, landed safely at 5.15 pm. Its scheduled arrival time was 4.50 pm, the official added. An IndiGo spokesperson stated that flight 6E 813 operating from Goa International Airport (Dabolim) to Indore reported a technical snag just before landing. "The aircraft landed safely in Indore. It will undergo necessary checks, as per mandatory procedures, before resuming operations. We are making all efforts to minimise its impact on any subsequent flights and regret any inconvenience that may be caused to our customers", the spokesperson added. We remain committed to maintaining the highest level of safety for our customers, crew and aircraft, the spokesperson said.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
IndiGo flight with 140 passengers on board makes emergency landing in Indore
Indore: IndiGo Airlines faced back-to-back technical challenges this week, raising fresh concerns over the operational reliability of its Airbus A321neo fleet. Flight 6E 813 operating from Goa to Indore was forced to make an emergency landing on Monday, after a suspected hydraulic malfunction in its wheel system triggered an undercarriage warning mid-air. The aircraft departed Goa's Dabolim Airport at 3:14 p.m. and was approaching Indore when the pilot alerted Air Traffic Control about the irregular hydraulic response linked to the landing gear. As a precaution, the plane circled Indore's airspace seven to eight times while emergency response units were mobilised on the ground. Fire brigades, medical teams, and airport officials were deployed along the runway, anticipating a potentially hazardous landing. The aircraft touched down safely at 5:08 p.m., with all 140 passengers and crew members reported unharmed. This marks the second such scare within 24 hours for the carrier. On Sunday evening, flight 6E 6591 from Tirupati to Hyderabad encountered a separate technical snag shortly after take-off. According to flight tracking data from FlightRadar24, the plane left Tirupati Airport at 7:42 p.m., but was forced to circle overhead before landing back at 8:34 p.m. That flight, also an A321neo and the last scheduled service from Tirupati to Hyderabad for the day, was cancelled. IndiGo has yet to offer a comprehensive statement regarding either incident. Aviation sources suggest both were precautionary manoeuvres prompted by cockpit alerts, not structural failures. However, the proximity of two mechanical alerts involving the same aircraft model has drawn attention from civil aviation authorities, who are expected to initiate a review of maintenance protocols and alert response strategies. Passengers on both flights have expressed relief over the crew's handling of the situations, while aviation observers await official explanations from the airline and regulators regarding any underlying causes or patterns behind the sudden malfunctions.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- The Hindu
IndiGo flight with 140 passengers on board makes emergency landing at Indore airport
An IndiGo flight from Goa with 140 passengers on board made an emergency landing at the Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore on Monday (July 21, 2025) evening following a technical alert related to its landing gear, officials said. All passengers are safe. Airport director Vipinkant Seth stated that IndiGo Airlines flight (6E 813) from Goa received an undercarriage warning, indicating a possible issue with its landing gear. As a precaution, the aircraft remained airborne for approximately 25 minutes before landing. "Due to this warning, the aircraft landed under emergency conditions at the Indore airport. The crew and all passengers are completely safe,' he stated. Another official said information was received about an undercarriage warning, prompting declaration of "full emergency" at the airport. Fire and medical teams were deployed as per the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The aircraft, carrying about 140 passengers, landed safely at 5.15 pm. Its scheduled arrival time was 4.50 pm, the official added. An IndiGo spokesperson stated that flight 6E 813 operating from Goa International Airport (Dabolim) to Indore reported a technical snag just before landing. "The aircraft landed safely in Indore. It will undergo necessary checks, as per mandatory procedures, before resuming operations. We are making all efforts to minimise its impact on any subsequent flights and regret any inconvenience that may be caused to our customers", the spokesperson added. We remain committed to maintaining the highest level of safety for our customers, crew and aircraft, the spokesperson said.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
IndiGo flight with 140 passengers on board makes emergency landing at Indore airport
An IndiGo flight from Goa with 140 passengers on board made an emergency landing at the Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore on Monday evening following a technical alert related to its landing gear, officials said. All passengers are safe. Airport director Vipinkant Seth stated that IndiGo Airlines flight (6E 813) from Goa received an undercarriage warning, indicating a possible issue with its landing gear. As a precaution, the aircraft remained airborne for approximately 25 minutes before landing. 'Due to this warning, the aircraft landed under emergency conditions at the Indore airport. The crew and all passengers are completely safe,' he stated. Another official said information was received about an undercarriage warning, prompting declaration of 'full emergency' at the airport. Fire and medical teams were deployed as per the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The aircraft, carrying about 140 passengers, landed safely at 5.15 pm. Its scheduled arrival time was 4.50 pm, the official added. An IndiGo spokesperson stated that flight 6E 813 operating from Goa International Airport (Dabolim) to Indore reported a technical snag just before landing. 'The aircraft landed safely in Indore. It will undergo necessary checks, as per mandatory procedures, before resuming operations. We are making all efforts to minimise its impact on any subsequent flights and regret any inconvenience that may be caused to our customers', the spokesperson added. We remain committed to maintaining the highest level of safety for our customers, crew and aircraft, the spokesperson said.
News18
16-07-2025
- Climate
- News18
IndiGo Near-Miss: Is Patna Airport Runway Too Short For Modern Planes?
Last Updated: Patna Airport's short runway raises serious safety concerns as experts question if it's adequate for larger aircraft, putting every landing and passenger at potential risk On Tuesday evening, a serious incident was narrowly averted at Patna's Jai Prakash Narayan International Airport. IndiGo Airlines flight 6E-2482 from Delhi, operating an Airbus A320-271N, overshot the runway upon landing around 8:50 pm. The near-miss has raised renewed concerns over the airport's runway length and its suitability for narrow-body jets like the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737, let alone larger aircraft. While the official length of Patna Airport's runway is 2,072 metres, its effective usable length varies significantly based on approach direction. Aircraft landing from the eastern end have 1,954 metres available, whereas landings from the west are restricted to just 1,677 metres. This significantly limits the types of aircraft that can safely operate at the airport. A senior commercial airline captain noted that while narrow-body aircraft such as the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 can operate under normal conditions, landings on a wet or compromised runway require heightened caution. According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines, a minimum runway length of 2,300 metres is recommended for safe landings of aircraft routinely operating at Patna, including: This gap between recommended and available runway length raises critical questions about operational safety at the airport. ICAO Standards: How Patna Compares The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) sets global runway specifications based on aircraft size, weight, and weather conditions. According to ICAO norms: Boeing 787 Dreamliner (8/9 variant) requires 2,500–3,000 metres for takeoff and 1,800–2,200 metres for landing. Boeing 737 series typically needs 1,900–2,500 metres for takeoff and 1,500–2,000 metres for landing. With a short-field performance kit and reduced load, it can land on shorter runways. Airbus A320 usually requires 2,100 metres for takeoff and 1,500 metres for landing, but can manage with as little as 1,600–1,700 metres if lightly loaded. Aircraft Best Suited To Patna's Constraints Given the limitations, only small to mid-sized aircraft are considered viable for regular operations at Patna Airport. While the A320 and B737 are in use, airlines often restrict weight, either in cargo or passenger capacity, to operate safely. Aircraft that are particularly well-suited to Patna's shorter runway include: Airbus A220-100 – requires just 1,500 metres for takeoff and landing. ATR 72-600 and Dash 8-Q300 – turboprops that comfortably operate on runways of 1,200 to 1,300 metres. Larger Aircraft Remain Impractical Deploying wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A380 at Patna Airport is not feasible under current infrastructure. These aircraft typically require between 2,500 and 3,500 metres of runway for safe operation. Compounding the issue is Patna's prevailing wind patterns, which further reduce usable runway length—sometimes to just 1,677 metres—making the airport's operational limitations even more pronounced. view comments First Published: July 16, 2025, 14:59 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
