Air India Flight Engine Damaged by Baggage Container at Delhi Airport

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Moneycontrol•15-01-2026, 16:52
Air India Flight Engine Damaged by Baggage Container at Delhi Airport
- •An Air India Airbus A350 aircraft's engine was damaged at Delhi Airport when a baggage container was sucked into it during taxiing in dense fog.
- •The incident occurred after Flight AI101, en route to New York, returned to Delhi due to Iranian airspace closure.
- •The right engine sustained damage from a foreign object, but all passengers and crew remained safe.
- •The aircraft has been grounded for inspection and repairs, potentially affecting other Airbus A350 flights.
- •Air India is providing alternative travel arrangements and refunds for affected passengers, prioritizing safety.
Why It Matters: A major accident was averted at Delhi Airport after an Air India flight's engine was damaged by a baggage container.
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