Air India Express Diverted to Kochi: 160 Passengers Safe After Tyre Burst
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CNBC TV1818-12-2025, 11:30

Air India Express Diverted to Kochi: 160 Passengers Safe After Tyre Burst

  • Air India Express flight IX 398 from Jeddah to Kozhikode was diverted to Kochi due to a suspected tyre issue.
  • All 160 passengers and crew on board landed safely at Cochin International Airport (CIAL) under full emergency conditions.
  • A post-landing inspection confirmed that both tyres on the right main landing gear had burst.
  • Air India Express suspects the tyre damage was caused by a foreign object on the runway at Jeddah airport.
  • Passengers are being transported to Kozhikode by road, with the airline reiterating safety as its highest priority.

Why It Matters: Air India Express flight safely diverted to Kochi after tyre issue, ensuring 160 passengers' safety.

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