IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Bengaluru Due to Fuel Shortage
An IndiGo flight from Guwahati to Chennai encountered a critical situation on Friday evening, leading to an emergency landing in Bengaluru due to fuel shortage. The Airbus A321, carrying 168 passengers, was unable to land in Chennai because of heavy air traffic. The pilot's quick decision to divert to Bengaluru and declare a 'fuel mayday' ensured a safe landing. This incident follows a series of recent challenges faced by Air India, raising concerns about flight safety. Discover more details about this alarming event.
| Jun 21, 2025, 19:20 IST
Emergency Landing of IndiGo Flight
In light of recent incidents involving Air India, another alarming situation unfolded on Friday evening when an IndiGo flight traveling from Guwahati to Chennai was forced to make an emergency landing at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The aircraft, an Airbus A321, was carrying 168 passengers and had run low on fuel during its journey.
The flight had initially reached Chennai but was unable to land because of significant air traffic congestion. Consequently, the pilot opted to divert the aircraft to Bengaluru and issued a 'fuel mayday' alert, which facilitated a priority landing.