Aircraft Operated by Air India Forced to Turn Back Due to Engine Fire Alarm
Air India, known for prioritising the safety of its passengers and crew, has faced an unexpected incident. On August 31, Flight AI2913 from Delhi to Indore returned shortly after take-off due to a fire indication in one of its engines.
The flight crew, following standard procedures, shut down the affected engine and safely navigated the aircraft back to Delhi. An apology was issued by Air India for the inconvenience caused to the passengers, who will be transferred to an alternative aircraft for the rescheduled flight to Indore.
The specific model or type of aircraft involved in the incident was not specified in the statement. However, it was confirmed that the reported fire was in the right engine of the aircraft.
The incident did not affect any other flights or operations at the Delhi airport. The aircraft was subsequently grounded for inspection at the airport.
Air India and relevant authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire indication, and no further details about injuries or the specific cause of the incident were provided in the statement. The regulator has been informed of the incident.
The incident was confirmed by an Air India spokesperson in a statement to Khaleej Times. The search results do not provide information about the captain of the Air India aircraft that returned on Sunday morning after a fire warning in the right engine was reported.
The safety and well-being of its passengers and crew remain Air India's top priority, and the airline is working diligently to ensure a smooth resumption of services. The alternative aircraft is scheduled to operate the flight to Indore shortly.
