Tech Glitch Forces Air India Flight to Abort, Investigation Underway
Flight Cancellation: Upcoming Air India Journey Forced to Suspend Departure Due to Technical Glitches - Flight disruption: Upcoming Air India voyage necessitates termination
In the wake of a horrific plane crash that claimed at least 271 lives just days ago, another Air India aircraft experienced technical issues, causing a plane to unexpectedly return to its departure airport. A Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bound for New Delhi from Hong Kong, was forced to turn back on Monday due to suspicion of a technical malfunction during flight. News agencies like ANI and Reuters have reported on this incident, citing informed sources.
AI315: Air India Plane Lands Safe After Mid-Flight Abort
The problematic flight, with flight number AI315, took off around 12:20 local time and ascended to about 22,000 feet (6.7 km), only to start descending shortly afterward. Around 13:00, the crew alerted local emergency services as per the Hong Kong airport authority spokesperson. The aircraft supposedly landed safely around 13:15, with the flight operations at the airport remaining unaffected. The nearly seven-year-old aircraft is currently undergoing a comprehensive inspection due to the suspected technical issue. Neither Air India nor Boeing have commented on the matter as of yet.
This event comes shortly after another Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner operated by Air India crashed in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad, leading to just one survivor among the 242 on board. Tragically, several people on the ground lost their lives in the aftermath of the crash as well. The Indian aviation regulator ordered immediate safety inspections of all Boeing 787 aircraft operated by domestic airlines following the unfortunate incident.
Crashed Flight's Second Black Box Recovered, Investigations Underway
Recovery teams have managed to locate the second black box critical for determining the disaster's underlying cause. The cockpit voice recorder was retrieved from the wreckage site near Ahmedabad in the western state of Gujarat. The flight data recorder was previously recovered.
While the reasons for the crash remain elusive, authorities hope that the analysis of the black boxes will yield valuable insights and uncover the incident's underlying cause. The Indian Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Investigation (AAIB) is leading the investigation, while the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is also involved, as the aircraft was manufactured in the United States. The Chief Secretary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Gujarat to ensure swift aid, thorough investigations, and comprehensive support for the victim's families.
In the meantime, the recently aborted Air India flight undergoes an inspection as the aviation industry continues to grapple with the series of related incidents involving Boeing 787 aircraft. Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are focusing on crucial maintenance and coordination aspects to guarantee the safety and reliability of their aircraft fleet.
The investigation into the Air India flight's sudden return is ongoing, as the industry and finance sectors closely monitor the situation in transportation and aviation. The recent incident has raised concerns, particularly since it involves a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, similar to the model that experienced a tragic crash in India.
