An Air India Express flight from Trichy to Dubai, carrying 160 passengers, was forced to return to Trichy Airport on Monday after the crew detected a technical glitch shortly after take-off, officials confirmed.
According to the information available, the aircraft circled in the sky for a short period as a precautionary measure before the pilot decided to head back to the airfield. The flight made a safe landing, and all passengers were reported to be completely unharmed.
Airport officials stated that the issue was identified soon after departure, and the decision to return was taken purely for safety reasons. The passengers were safely deboarded after landing, and further technical inspections were expected to follow.
This incident highlights the airline’s adherence to safety protocols, ensuring that passengers and crew remained safe throughout the situation.