IndiGo's Cautious Landing Amid Technical Hiccups
An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Srinagar made an emergency landing in Varanasi due to a false fuel leak alarm triggered by a sensor malfunction. The airline grounded the aircraft for safety checks and provided an alternative to ensure passenger travel continuity. Passenger details remain undisclosed.
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An IndiGo aircraft flying from Kolkata to Srinagar was compelled to make a precautionary landing at Varanasi airport on Wednesday evening. This action was taken due to a technical alert suggesting fuel leakage, later deemed false due to a sensor malfunction.
Upon landing, the airline conducted thorough checks for safety, grounding the Airbus A320 neo for inspections. IndiGo swiftly arranged an alternate aircraft to facilitate passengers in continuing their journey to Srinagar.
Details regarding the total number of passengers on board and the nature of the technical issue were not available. The incident highlights the airline's commitment to passenger safety and operational transparency.
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