Air India Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Delhi Due to Engine Failure

Emergency Landing of Air India Flight

An Air India Boeing 777, en route to Mumbai, was forced to make an emergency landing in Delhi this morning after its right engine failed less than an hour into the flight. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has requested a detailed report from Air India regarding the incident. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) will initiate an investigation into the matter. The aircraft, carrying approximately 335 passengers, remained airborne for about an hour before returning to Delhi.

According to Air India, the crew of flight AI887, which took off from Delhi to Mumbai on December 22, decided to return shortly after takeoff due to a technical issue, following standard operating procedures. The airline confirmed that the aircraft landed safely in Delhi, and all passengers and crew members disembarked without incident. Air India expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by this unexpected situation.

In a post on X, the ministry stated that it has requested a comprehensive report from Air India and directed the DGCA to conduct a thorough investigation. The airline has been instructed to provide all possible assistance to passengers and accommodate them on subsequent flights. A DGCA official noted that during the retraction of the flaps after takeoff, the crew detected a drop in oil pressure in the right engine (Engine No. 2), prompting the decision to return.

The official further explained, "Shortly thereafter, the oil pressure in the engine dropped to zero. Following protocol, the crew shut down Engine No. 2, and the aircraft landed safely in Delhi. Inspection and repair work is ongoing. The incident will be investigated by the airline's permanent investigation board under the supervision of the DGCA's Director of Air Safety (NR)."