An IndiGo flight on Wednesday, originally scheduled to travel from Kolkata to Srinagar, encountered a serious issue mid-flight when the crew identified a fuel leak, prompting an emergency landing at Varanasi’s Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
The flight, identified as 6E-6961, was carrying 166 passengers and crew members. It landed safely at 4:10 pm, according to airport authorities. The landing was executed without incident, ensuring the safety of everyone on board.
Following the landing, all passengers and crew were promptly evacuated from the aircraft and relocated to the airport’s arrival hall. Authorities confirmed that no injuries occurred during the incident or evacuation process.
Varanasi Police and airport officials reported that the pilot quickly notified Air Traffic Control (ATC) upon detecting the fuel leak. ATC responded efficiently, granting immediate clearance for an emergency landing. The crew managed to navigate the aircraft to the runway under controlled conditions, adhering to safety protocols.
Airport authorities, along with technical teams, have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fuel leak. As of now, the situation at the airport is stable, and normal operations have resumed without further disruption.
The aircraft is undergoing thorough inspections and necessary repairs before it can continue its journey to Srinagar. Authorities have not provided a specific timeline for when the flight will resume but are prioritising safety checks to ensure the aircraft is fully operational.
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