Air India flight narrowly escapes tragedy at Hyderabad airport as pilot halts take-off due to sudden technical glitch. All passengers safe. Read full details of the close call here.
Tense Moments at Hyderabad Airport
An aviation disaster was narrowly averted at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad on Friday. An Air India flight en route to Mumbai was suddenly stopped on the runway when the pilot identified a critical technical issue. The prompt decision to abort the take-off ensured the safety of all passengers onboard, preventing what could have been another tragic incident for the airline.
Pilot’s Swift Action Saves the Day
Sources at the airport reported that the flight was just moments from take-off when the pilot detected something unusual. Acting swiftly, the captain decided to halt the aircraft immediately on the runway. Although the specific technical issue has not been disclosed, Air India officials confirmed that all safety protocols were adhered to, and no injuries occurred.
Passengers Shifted to Another Flight
The airline swiftly organized an alternate aircraft to minimize delays and ensure passengers could proceed to Mumbai. Ground staff and engineers quickly arrived at the scene, and the original plane was towed for detailed inspection and maintenance. While many passengers admitted feeling unsettled by the abrupt halt, they commended the airline crew for their composed handling of the situation.
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Haunting Echoes of Recent Air India Crash in Ahmedabad
The incident follows closely on the heels of a devastating Air India crash in Ahmedabad, where over 200 people lost their lives after a plane crashed into a medical college campus. That tragedy also took the lives of several students and necessitated DNA testing for victim identification. With the memory of that disaster still fresh, today’s event has reignited concerns about the airline’s safety standards and aircraft maintenance.
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Air India Under Scanner Again
Although no casualties were reported in this near-miss incident in Hyderabad, aviation authorities and experts are likely to initiate an investigation into the technical failure. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) might also release new advisories amid increasing scrutiny of India’s aviation sector.
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