flight safety
Air India Nagpur-Delhi Flight Returns After Bird Strike: Passengers Safe and Accommodated
Oct 25, 2025 10:02 pm CST
An Air India flight from Nagpur to Delhi made an emergency return following a bird strike on October 24. The aircraft landed safely but required extended maintenance, leading to cancellation. All passengers received assistance and meals while Air India also announced terminal changes at Delhi airport effective October 26.
Indian Aviation Authority Considers Power Bank Ban Following In-Flight Fire Incident
Oct 23, 2025 05:31 pm CST
Following a fire incident aboard an IndiGo flight in Delhi, the DGCA is considering stricter regulations or a complete ban on power banks on Indian flights. This safety review comes as international airlines like Emirates and Singapore Airlines have already implemented restrictions on these lithium-ion devices, highlighting growing concerns about their potential fire risks in aircraft cabins.
SpiceJet Delhi-Patna Flight Returns Due to Technical Issue: Latest in Series of Airline Incidents
Oct 23, 2025 05:15 pm CST
A SpiceJet Boeing 737 aircraft operating as flight SG 497 from Delhi to Patna was forced to return shortly after takeoff due to technical issues. This incident adds to the airline's recent technical problems, including a wheel loss during takeoff on another flight and a suspected tailpipe fire. The budget carrier is currently facing significant financial challenges with a reported Rs 234 crore loss in Q1 FY26.
Power Bank Fire on IndiGo Flight at Delhi Airport: Quick Crew Response Ensures Passenger Safety
Oct 20, 2025 02:44 am CST
An IndiGo flight experienced a safety incident when a passenger's power bank caught fire while taxiing at Delhi airport. The cabin crew quickly extinguished the flames following standard procedures, with no injuries reported. The Delhi-Dimapur flight was delayed but eventually completed its journey after safety checks. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about lithium battery safety in air travel.
Lithium Battery Fire Forces Air China Flight Emergency Landing: Viral Video Captures Mid-Air Incident
Oct 19, 2025 04:30 pm CST
An Air China flight from Hangzhou to Seoul made an emergency landing in Shanghai after a lithium battery in an overhead compartment caught fire mid-air. The incident, captured on video, shows crew members quickly extinguishing the flames while passengers evacuated safely with no injuries reported. This emergency highlights growing concerns about lithium battery safety on aircraft, with the FAA documenting 38 similar incidents in 2025 alone.
United Airlines Aircraft Collision at O'Hare: Plane Clips Tail of Another Aircraft with No Injuries Reported
Oct 19, 2025 01:19 am CST
A United Airlines plane arriving from Jackson Hole clipped the tail of another stationary United aircraft at Chicago's O'Hare Airport, causing delays but no injuries to the 113 passengers onboard. This incident follows similar recent aviation safety concerns, including a collision at LaGuardia Airport, raising questions about runway safety protocols at major airports.
IndiGo Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing in Chennai After Windshield Crack Detected Mid-Air
Oct 11, 2025 04:57 pm CST
An IndiGo aircraft carrying 76 passengers from Madurai experienced a cracked windshield before landing in Chennai. The pilot notified air traffic control, enabling a safe emergency landing with no injuries reported. The return flight was cancelled as the aircraft undergoes maintenance and safety checks before returning to service.
Akasa Air Flight Successfully Lands in Delhi After Bird Strike Incident: Safety Protocols in Action
Oct 11, 2025 03:43 pm CST
An Akasa Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 operating as flight QP 1607 from Pune to Delhi experienced a bird strike incident but landed safely in the national capital on October 10, 2025. All passengers and crew were safely deplaned while the aircraft underwent thorough inspection by engineers, causing a subsequent Delhi-Goa flight to be rescheduled with a replacement aircraft.
Air India Flight Returns to Chennai Airport After Bird Strike: Passengers Safely Evacuated
Oct 07, 2025 04:55 pm CST
An Air India flight carrying 158 passengers safely landed at Chennai Airport after experiencing a bird strike, leading to the cancellation of its return journey to Colombo. All passengers were safely evacuated and the airline arranged an alternative aircraft for those traveling to Colombo.
Air India Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing After Ram Air Turbine Deployment: Safety Concerns Amid Previous Crash Investigation
Oct 05, 2025 03:13 pm CST
An Air India Boeing 787 aircraft safely landed at Birmingham after its Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed during final approach. The incident comes amid ongoing investigations into the fatal June crash of another Air India Boeing 787. The aircraft has been grounded for inspection while alternative arrangements are made for passengers.