The IndiGo Airlines experienced a serious safety incident on Friday night when the flight experienced a ‘tail strike’ upon landing at the Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi. Despite the fact that all the passengers on board were safe, there was a nervous reaction on the aircraft, with the plane being grounded for a check, which led to the cancelation of the follow-up flight.
The incident happened around 7:30 PM on Friday when the IndiGo plane, which was landing in Ranchi, was in the process of touching down. The aircraft’s tail, which comprises the back part of the plane, made contact with the runway, causing a jerking motion that startled passengers. The incident was, however, quickly managed by the airline staff, ensuring that the safety of the 70 passengers on board was not threatened.
All Flights Grounded, Next Flight Canceled
Ranchi airport director Vinod Kumar has confirmed that the tail strike occurred, which prompted an immediate technical check of the aircraft, the result of which showed that the plane is technically unfit for service.
“After the tail strike incident, a technical check of the aircraft took place. The aircraft was declared technically unsuitable for flight and grounded,” said Vinod Kumar, director of the airport.
The grounded aircraft caused the subsequent IndiGo flight from Ranchi to Bhubaneshur to be canceled, disrupting many passengers. The airport handling staff worked to control the situation for the stranded passengers:
Certain passengers chose to cancel their travel plans.
Others managed to reschedule flights.
Few passengers were offered alternative means of transportation, which included transportation to Bhubaneswar by road.
No Minor Bug
Tail strike is regarded as a serious technical incident by aircraft experts because a tail strike entails contact of the aircraft’s tail section with the runway. Such an event requires a thorough, in-depth inspection of the aircraft to avoid any potential dangers pertaining to safety in future incidents.
An investigation has been initiated by both IndiGo Airlines and the airport authority to identify the root cause of the incident. The reason for the tail strike, whether it is a result of weather conditions, the runway, or a malfunction, is being investigated.
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