New Delhi/Mumbai, 16 August (Kiran News). The tail of an IndiGo Airlines flight from Bangkok to Mumbai struck the runway during landing at Mumbai airport. Fortunately, no passengers were injured in the incident. The aircraft has been grounded for now, and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will investigate the matter.
Official sources said on Saturday that DGCA reported the IndiGo Airbus A-321 aircraft struck the runway during a low-altitude go-around while landing at Mumbai airport due to bad weather. All passengers remained safe during the incident.
The DGCA has ordered an inquiry into the incident, and the aircraft has been grounded for inspection and repairs. The incident occurred at 3:06 am on Runway 27, when the rear part (tail) of the aircraft touched the runway during landing. Initial investigations suggest that the incident was caused by bad weather. No injuries were reported among passengers or crew members.
In an official statement, IndiGo Airlines confirmed that the incident took place on the morning of 16 August 2025. The company stated that the safety of passengers, crew, and the aircraft is its top priority. The flight from Bangkok to Mumbai touched the runway at low altitude due to poor weather but landed safely. The aircraft has been sent for checks and repairs before its next operation.
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