Indigo Flight From Bengaluru To Male Makes Emergency Landing In Kochi Due To Technical Snag

IndiGo Flight Emergency Landing: An IndiGo flight with 140 people on board en route from Bengaluru to Male made an emergency landing at Kochi International Airport on Tuesday afternoon due to a technical issue, according to statements from the airline and airport officials.

As per the statements, cited by news agency PTI, the plane encountered a technical snag, which prompted the aircraft to be diverted to Kochi airport. "The aircraft will return to operation after necessary maintenance, and an alternative one has been arranged to facilitate the passengers' journey to their destination," the carrier said.

Meanwhile, Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) said, "A full emergency was declared at 14.05 hrs, and the flight landed safely at 14.21 hrs. The emergency was promptly withdrawn at 14.28 hrs following the safe conclusion of operations."

Four crew members were amongst the 140 people on board, PTI said in its report. "Among the passengers were 91 Indian nationals and 49 foreign nationals, comprising 71 men, 56 women, 9 children, and 4 infants. CIAL's preparedness and swift response ensured the safety of all passengers and crew members," CAIL's statement read. All passengers of the IndiGo flight were accommodated on an alternative flight, it added.

(With inputs from agencies)