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IndiGo Flight Hits Tail During Second Landing Attempt Amid Gusty Weather
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News18•27-09-2026, 22:00
IndiGo Flight Hits Tail During Second Landing Attempt Amid Gusty Weather
- •An IndiGo flight 6E 6542 from Guwahati to Bengaluru experienced an “Abnormal Runway Contact” during landing at Kempegowda International Airport.
- •The incident occurred during the aircraft's second landing attempt after a go-around during its first approach.
- •The aircraft's rear section made contact with the runway due to gusty weather conditions.
- •All customers and crew disembarked safely, and relevant authorities have been informed.
- •The aircraft is currently undergoing maintenance checks and an alternate aircraft was arranged for subsequent services.
Key Questions Answered
An IndiGo aircraft operating flight 6E 6542 experienced an abnormal runway contact when its rear section touched the runway during a second landing attempt at Kempegowda International Airport. The incident occurred amid gusty weather after the flight previously carried out a go-around on its first approach.
No injuries were reported, and all customers and crew members are safe and successfully disembarked from the aircraft.
The aircraft is currently undergoing maintenance checks and will resume operations once it secures the necessary clearances. Additionally, an alternate aircraft was arranged for the subsequent Bengaluru-Coimbatore service to prevent any operational disruptions.
