An IndiGo flight operating from Visakhapatnam to New Delhi made an emergency landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport after reporting an engine failure mid-air.
A full-scale emergency was declared on Runway 28 at 10:53 am, with fire tenders rushed to the spot. Officials confirmed the aircraft landed safely, with all passengers and crew unharmed and no damage reported.
In a new, IndiGo issued a statement in connection with sudden aircraft landing in Delhi.
"A technical snag was detected shortly before landing on IndiGo flight 6E 579 operating from Visakhapatnam to Delhi on 28 March 2026. As a precautionary step and in accordance with the standard operating procedure, the pilots requested for priority landing and the aircraft arrived safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. All relevant authorities were promptly informed and the aircraft is undergoing necessary checks and maintenance. At IndiGo, the safety of our customers and crew is our top priority," said IndiGo spokesperson
