An IndiGo flight operating from Guwahati to Bengaluru experienced a tail strike during its second landing attempt at Kempegowda International Airport on Sunday amid gusty weather conditions.
“An IndiGo aircraft operating flight 6E 6542 from Guwahati to Bengaluru experienced an ‘Abnormal Runway Contact’ while landing during gusty weather at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. All customers and crew are safe and have disembarked safely. In line with standard…
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What Happened At Kempegowda Airport?
The aircraft, flight 6E 6542, initially attempted to land but executed a go-around due to strong winds. During the subsequent landing attempt, the aircraft's tail struck the runway. The aircraft, however, landed safely, and all passengers and crew members disembarked without injury.
Airline Issues Statement
In a statement, IndiGo said that the aircraft experienced an "Abnormal Runway Contact" while landing during gusty weather at Kempegowda International Airport.
"All customers and crew are safe and have disembarked safely," the airline said, adding that all relevant authorities were informed as part of its standard operating procedures.
Following the incident, the aircraft was grounded and is undergoing maintenance checks. It will resume operations only after securing necessary clearances.
The airline subsequently arranged an alternate aircraft for the Bengaluru-Coimbatore leg.
"As always, the safety of our customers and crew is our top priority," the IndiGo spokesperson said.