A scheduled IndiGo flight operating from Guwahati to Bengaluru faced a harrowing situation on Sunday when it encountered an unusual and dangerous incident during its landing sequence at Kempegowda International Airport. While attempting to land for the second time amid gusty and strong winds, the aircraft experienced an abnormal contact with the runway surface where its tail section struck the ground. This unexpected event sparked immediate panic and anxiety among the passengers on board, although fortunately, all travelers and crew members escaped uninjured and were safely disembarked from the aircraft following the incident.
Authorities notified in adherence to standard operating procedures
According to statements released by the airline spokesperson, flight 6E 6542 faced abnormal operating conditions while attempting to touch down in Bengaluru due to high-velocity winds that complicated the landing maneuver. Swift action was taken right after the incident, and all concerned regulatory and aviation authorities were formally notified in strict compliance with the prescribed standard operating procedures to ensure proper protocol was followed.
Thorough maintenance checks required before clearance for flight
The airline representative further confirmed that a comprehensive maintenance inspection of the affected aircraft is currently underway. The plane will only be cleared to resume commercial operations after all necessary technical examinations are successfully completed and formal approvals are secured from the relevant aviation authorities. At present, engineering teams are conducting rigorous safety checks and technical evaluations to ascertain the airworthiness of the aircraft following the runway contact.
Incident occurred during the second landing attempt
Detailed reports indicate that the mishap occurred while the flight crew was executing their second attempt to land the aircraft. In aviation terms, this occurrence is referred to as a tail strike, a situation where the rear portion of the aircraft makes physical contact with the runway during takeoff or landing phases. The precise combination of factors leading to the incident, including the role played by strong crosswinds, is currently under review while the aircraft undergoes mandatory inspections.
Preceding safety and operational incidents involving the airline
This runway event unfolds amidst a series of operational and safety-related reports involving airline flights throughout the month of September. As an earlier instance, on September 1, a Goa-to-Delhi IndiGo flight carrying 229 passengers was forced to return to Manohar International Airport after developing a sudden technical snag in one of its engines roughly 45 minutes after departure, subsequently undergoing mandatory maintenance evaluations.
