A SpiceJet flight engine issue forced a Delhi–Leh aircraft to return to the national capital early Monday after the crew detected a technical fault mid-air. Officials said one of the engines developed a problem, prompting the pilots to take precautionary action.
SpiceJet Flight Engine Issue Prompts Safe Return; IndiGo Flight Diverted Amid Dust Storm
Flight SG121, operated by a Boeing 737, carried around 150 passengers at the time of the incident. After identifying the engine problem, the pilots decided to head back to Delhi instead of continuing toward Leh. The aircraft landed safely at approximately 6:45 am.
Ground staff assisted passengers after landing, and the airline ensured a smooth disembarkation process. No injuries were reported.
A SpiceJet spokesperson confirmed that the SpiceJet flight engine issue did not trigger any fire warning inside the cockpit. “The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, and all passengers disembarked normally. There was no fire warning in the cockpit,” the spokesperson said. The airline has begun technical inspections of the aircraft.
Aviation experts say airlines treat engine irregularities with extreme caution. While commercial aircraft can operate safely on one engine, crews often return to the departure airport to avoid further risk. Safety protocols require immediate assessment whenever technical warnings appear.
In a separate incident on Sunday, an IndiGo flight from Ahmedabad diverted to Imphal after a severe dust storm reduced visibility at Dibrugarh airport. The flight crew made the decision after visibility dropped below safe landing limits.
Both incidents highlight how airlines prioritise passenger safety when facing technical or weather-related disruptions.
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