New Delhi, March 9: An Indigo flight traveling from Delhi to Manchester had to turn back after approximately seven hours in the air due to sudden airspace restrictions imposed amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The airline confirmed this on Monday.
According to an Indigo spokesperson, flight 6E 033, which had departed for Manchester, was forced to return due to last-minute airspace restrictions.
The spokesperson noted that the situation in the Middle East and surrounding areas is continuously evolving. As a result, some flights may need to take longer routes or change their paths.
He explained that the current conditions in West Asia necessitated the flight’s return to its origin, Delhi.
The airline also stated it is working with relevant authorities to explore options for resuming travel for passengers.
Indigo emphasized that the safety and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft remain their top priority.
Flight tracking platform FlightRadar24 first reported this incident on social media. Tracking data indicated that the aircraft made a U-turn mid-flight and began its return to India.
In a subsequent post, the flight tracker noted changes in the operations of major UAE airlines and Qatar Airways as of March 8. On Sunday, flight activities for Air Arabia, Emirates, and FlyDubai increased, while Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways operated fewer flights compared to the previous day.
Official information revealed that Indigo flight 6E 033, operated by Norse, made a U-turn near the border of Ethiopia and Eritrea and returned to Delhi.
This was the first flight on the Delhi-Manchester route for Indigo since February 26.
Meanwhile, on Monday, shares of InterGlobe Aviation (Indigo) faced pressure, closing down nearly 4% at ₹4,236 on the BSE. During trading, shares dipped to a low of ₹4,035.65, marking an 8.37% decrease from the previous week’s closing level.
Analysts indicated that rising crude oil prices, which have surged above $100 per barrel due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East, are a significant concern for investors. Reports suggest that crude oil prices have reached nearly $110 per barrel due to production cuts by major Middle Eastern oil producers and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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