Security Threat Detected on IndiGo Flight 6E 762 from Mumbai to Delhi: Safety Protocols and Response

The aircraft underwent thorough security checks before being cleared for operations.

Mumbai:

A security threat was identified on an IndiGo flight traveling from Mumbai to Delhi on Tuesday, according to an IndiGo spokesperson. Following comprehensive security protocols, the aircraft was subsequently cleared to continue its journey.

The airline representative stated, "A security threat was noticed onboard IndiGo flight 6E 762 operating from Mumbai to Delhi on September 30, 2025. Following the established protocol, we informed the relevant authorities immediately and fully cooperated with them in carrying out the necessary security checks before the aircraft was cleared for operations."

This incident comes shortly after another security concern on September 19, when an IndiGo flight en route from Mumbai to Phuket had to be diverted to Chennai due to an onboard security threat, as reported by IndiGo officials.

In their statement regarding the Phuket-bound flight, IndiGo officials explained, "IndiGo flight 6E 1089, operating from Mumbai to Phuket on 19 September 2025, was diverted to Chennai due to a security threat noticed onboard. As per the established protocol, relevant authorities were informed immediately, and the flight will undergo necessary security checks in Chennai. Owing to the night curfew at the Phuket airport, resumption of the journey has been scheduled for later in the night."

"We are making all efforts to minimise inconvenience to customers, including offering them refreshments and sharing regular updates with them. As always, the safety and security of our customers, crew and aircraft is our topmost priority," the statement continued.

In a separate incident on September 14, IndiGo flight 6E-2111, operating from Lucknow to Delhi, experienced a technical malfunction just before takeoff and was returned to the bay, according to sources.

Following the technical issue, the aircraft was brought back as a precautionary measure, and all passengers were safely disembarked. The airline subsequently arranged an alternative aircraft to ensure passengers could complete their journey to Delhi.