Air India A350 Engine Damaged at Delhi Airport Due to Cargo Container Collision

Incident at Delhi Airport

On Thursday morning, amidst dense fog at Delhi Airport, an Air India A350 aircraft suffered damage to its right engine after colliding with a cargo container, according to sources.

The airline announced that the aircraft has been temporarily removed from service for a thorough inspection, which may lead to disruptions on certain routes serviced by the A350.

In a statement, Air India confirmed that flight AI101, bound for New York (JFK), had to return to Delhi shortly after takeoff due to the unexpected closure of Iranian airspace, affecting its planned route. Upon landing in Delhi, the aircraft collided with an object while being guided to the terminal in thick fog, resulting in damage to the right engine.

The statement further noted, "The aircraft was safely parked at the designated location, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew on board."

Sources informed that after landing, the right engine was struck by the cargo container, causing significant damage. The airline expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to passengers and stated that it is proactively taking steps to assist them, including arranging alternative travel options and processing refunds as per their preferences.