Accident averted: Air India pilots applied brakes in Delhi, flight was on the runway at a speed of 155 Km per hour:

News Topical, Digital Desk : A major tragedy was averted today. An Air India flight bound for Kolkata had to be cancelled today after a technical snag was detected moments before takeoff at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. According to initial reports, the plane was preparing to take off at a speed of 155 kmph on the runway when the snag was detected. As a precaution, the pilots applied brakes and stopped the flight, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew. The incident has caused minor delays in subsequent flights, but operations at the airport are running smoothly.

Statement from Air India

Flight number A12403 from Delhi to Kolkata has been rescheduled to take off later this evening as a technical issue was detected during the take-off roll. The cockpit crew decided to abort the take-off following standard operating procedures. All passengers have disembarked and are being assisted by our ground colleagues in Delhi. We regret the inconvenience caused to passengers due to this unexpected disruption. An Air India spokesperson said, "At Air India, passenger safety and well-being is of utmost priority."

Flight veers off runway at Mumbai airport

An Air India flight coming from Kochi led to a tense situation at the Mumbai airport on Monday when the aircraft veered off the runway while landing amid heavy rains. The aircraft, operating as flight number A12744 veered off the runway soon after landing but managed to make a safe landing. According to the airline, all passengers and crew members on board the plane disembarked without any injuries. The incident occurred due to slippery conditions caused by heavy rains. "Safety of passengers and crew is our top priority," Air India said. It further added that necessary checks are being carried out before the aircraft is cleared for further use.