Delhi-Leh IndiGo flight returns after takeoff due to technical snag | Delhi News
NEW DELHI: An IndiGo flight bound for Leh from Delhi was forced to return to Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Thursday morning due to a technical issue that prevented the aircraft from landing in Leh.Flight 6E 2006, an Airbus A320-251N aircraft, had taken off from Delhi at 6.30am and was scheduled to arrive in Leh by 7.50am. However, shortly before reaching Leh, the aircraft was turned back as a precaution.
“IndiGo flight 6E 2006 operating from Delhi to Leh today, returned to origin due to a technical issue which caused operational restrictions to land in Leh. As per procedures, the pilot returned back to Delhi. The aircraft is undergoing necessary maintenance before resuming operations. In the meanwhile, an alternative aircraft has been arranged to fly the customers to Leh,” the airline said.
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Passengers were accommodated on another aircraft arranged by the airline to ensure minimal disruption to their travel plans. No injuries or emergencies were reported on board.(With agency inputs)
