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IndiGo Flight to Delhi Returns to Goa After Mid‑Air Engine Failure
✍️ India Today
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 12:38 PM
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An IndiGo flight operating from Goa to Delhi turned back to Goa after an engine malfunction forced a mid‑air return, with passengers safely disembarked.
A scheduled IndiGo service bound for Delhi from Goa experienced an engine failure while cruising at altitude. The crew followed emergency protocols and decided to divert back to Goa's Dabolim Airport, where the aircraft landed safely.
All passengers and crew were escorted off the plane without any injuries, according to statements released by the airline. IndiGo confirmed that the aircraft will undergo a thorough technical inspection before being returned to service.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been notified and will conduct a routine investigation to determine the cause of the malfunction. The airline has assured travelers that safety remains its top priority and that no further disruptions are expected for other flights on the route.
No further details about the flight number or the exact time of the incident were disclosed at the time of reporting.
All passengers and crew were escorted off the plane without any injuries, according to statements released by the airline. IndiGo confirmed that the aircraft will undergo a thorough technical inspection before being returned to service.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been notified and will conduct a routine investigation to determine the cause of the malfunction. The airline has assured travelers that safety remains its top priority and that no further disruptions are expected for other flights on the route.
No further details about the flight number or the exact time of the incident were disclosed at the time of reporting.