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No Injuries After IndiGo Tail Strike in Ranchi
13 Dec
Summary
- An IndiGo flight experienced a tail strike upon landing at Ranchi airport.
- Approximately 70 passengers were on board the flight from Bhubaneswar.
- The incident led to the flight's cancellation and subsequent grounding.
An IndiGo flight carrying approximately 70 passengers experienced a tail strike upon landing at Ranchi airport on Friday evening. The aircraft, operating from Bhubaneswar, made contact with the runway during its final approach, causing a noticeable jolt for those on board. Fortunately, all passengers and crew were unharmed, and the flight landed safely.
Following the incident, the IndiGo aircraft was grounded, and its scheduled departure from Ranchi was cancelled. This disruption led to some passengers altering their travel plans, with a few choosing to reschedule their journeys and others opting for road travel to Bhubaneswar. The airline is managing the reaccommodation of affected passengers.
This event occurred amidst a period where IndiGo faced scrutiny from aviation regulators. In 2023, the airline was fined for operational deficiencies following several tail strike incidents, highlighting ongoing safety and procedural reviews within the carrier.
