A full emergency was declared at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi on Saturday after an IndiGo flight, 6E 579, traveling from Visakhapatnam reported a suspected engine failure. Runway 28 at the airport was placed on high alert, and airport authorities activated emergency protocols.
Emergency Landing at Delhi Airport
The Visakhapatnam-Delhi flight, a Boeing 737-800 aircraft carrying 161 passengers, landed safely at approximately 11 am. All passengers were safely evacuated, according to sources.
The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received information about the emergency landing at 10:53 am and dispatched fire tenders. According to the DFS, the flight landed safely.
IndiGo stated that a “technical snag” was detected shortly before landing. As a precautionary measure, the pilots requested priority landing, and the aircraft arrived safely at IGI Airport.
Reports indicate that several international airlines have also experienced recurring engine failures involving CFM56 engines on Boeing 737 aircraft. Last year, Aerolineas Argentinas grounded eight Boeing 737-800 aircraft due to similar concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at Delhi Airport on Saturday?
A full emergency was declared at Indira Gandhi International Airport after an IndiGo flight from Visakhapatnam reported a suspected engine failure. The flight landed safely, and all 161 passengers were evacuated.
What did IndiGo say about the incident?
IndiGo stated that a “technical snag” was detected shortly before landing and that the pilots requested priority landing as a precautionary measure.
Has this happened before at Delhi Airport?
Yes, last month a SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Leh experienced an engine issue and returned to Delhi, also prompting a full emergency declaration.
As aviation authorities investigate this latest incident, will similar precautionary measures be considered for other Boeing 737 aircraft operating with CFM56 engines?
