IndiGo Flight Forced to Return as Ahmedabad Airport Remains Shut After Air India Crash

Image Source: Hindustan Times

An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Ahmedabad was forced to return midair after Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport was shut down following the Air India Flight AI171 crash. The flight, IndiGo 6E318, took off at 1:49 PM but had to turn back, landing safely in Kolkata at 2:52 PM.

Key Highlights:

Flight Disruption: IndiGo’s KolkataAhmedabad flight was diverted back due to the airport closure.
Passenger Impact: The flight had 179 passengers on board, all of whom landed safely in Kolkata.
Crash Aftermath: Ahmedabad airport remains partially operational, with limited flights resuming.
Airline Response: IndiGo and SpiceJet have issued travel advisories, offering rebooking and refunds for affected passengers.

Outlook:

With Ahmedabad airport still recovering from the Air India crash, flight operations remain uncertain. Airlines are advising passengers to check schedules before traveling, as further delays and cancellations are expected. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) continues its investigation into the crash, with findings likely to impact aviation safety protocols in the coming weeks.

Sources: Economic Times, MSN