IndiGo Flight 6E 6542 Suffers Tail Strike During Landing at Bengaluru Airport; DGCA to Probe
A Bengaluru-bound IndiGo flight experienced an abnormal runway contact during its landing approach at the Kempegowda International Airport, resulting in a tail strike. Aviation regulators have launched a formal investigation into the incident.
A Bengaluru-bound IndiGo flight from Guwahati suffered a tail strike while landing at Kempegowda International Airport on Sunday amid gusty weather conditions. The aircraft, operating as 6E 6542, made contact with the runway during its second landing approach, according to Hindustan Times. No passengers or crew members were injured, and everyone on board disembarked safely, Hindustan Times reported.
IndiGo Makes Abnormal Runway Contact
IndiGo said the aircraft experienced what it described as an “Abnormal Runway Contact” during landing. The incident occurred while the flight was attempting to land in gusty weather. The airline said passengers and crew were able to leave the aircraft safely after it came to a stop. The aircraft was subsequently taken out of service for detailed maintenance checks. IndiGo Flight 6E6504 Diverted to Lucknow Over Cargo Fire Warning; Here's What Happened Next.
DGCA to Examine Incident
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tail strike, including the landing approach and weather conditions at the time. Such incidents generally require an assessment of the aircraft and relevant operational records before the aircraft can return to service.
IndiGo said the required authorities were informed in accordance with standard operating procedures. The aircraft will resume operations only after the necessary clearances are obtained. IndiGo Flight 6E-1486 Passenger Caught With Gold Hidden in Mouth at Bengaluru Airport.
Flight Operated From Guwahati
Flight 6E 6542 had departed from Guwahati earlier on Sunday and was scheduled to arrive at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. The incident occurred during the aircraft's second approach for landing, according to the report. The airline did not report any casualties or injuries among those on board.
Aircraft Sent for Maintenance
Following the incident, IndiGo grounded the aircraft for inspection. Engineers will assess whether the tail contact caused any structural or other damage. The airline reiterated that safety procedures were being followed and said the aircraft would return to operations only after receiving the required technical and regulatory approvals.
The DGCA probe is expected to establish the circumstances that led to the abnormal runway contact and determine whether any further regulatory or operational action is required.
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