Indigo Flight Makes Emergency Landing at Pune Airport Due to Technical Glitch

Pune, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : An Indigo flight faced a technical malfunction shortly after takeoff, prompting a safe emergency landing at Pune Airport. All passengers onboard are reported safe.

On November 15, an Indigo flight (6E 0623) was en route from Pune to Guwahati with 192 individuals, including passengers and crew. Shortly after takeoff, the pilot notified Air Traffic Control (ATC) that the aircraft’s landing gear failed to retract and remained extended.

In response to the situation, Pune Airport officials coordinated with ATC and Indigo, as well as other relevant agencies. The Indian Air Force declared a “full emergency,” activating all necessary emergency protocols. Fire services, ambulances, and other emergency teams were placed on high alert to ensure the safety of everyone on board.

As a precaution, the aircraft conducted a low pass over the runway to allow for visual confirmation of the landing gear’s position. The flight safely landed at Pune Airport at 9:04 AM. Following established emergency procedures, three fire trucks and two ambulances assisted in transporting the aircraft to “Bay Number 7.” The ATC lifted the “full emergency” status at 9:10 AM after confirming the aircraft was secure and in normal condition.

An aerobridge was then connected to the plane, allowing all passengers to disembark safely. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the 192 individuals on board. To facilitate the affected passengers’ onward journey to Guwahati, Indigo arranged for a second aircraft to fly from Bengaluru to Pune.

Pune Airport administration, in collaboration with the Indian Air Force, ATC, Indigo, and other emergency agencies, ensured a swift and effective response. The entire operation adhered to established emergency protocols, prioritizing the safety of passengers and crew.