Delhi-Goa IndiGo flight makes midair emergency landing in Mumbai over engine failure

An Indigo flight from Delhi to Goa landed in Mumbai amidst a full emergency after one of its engines failed on Wednesday, sources told India Today.

Sources said that the aircraft landed at 9.42 pm at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The pilot had raised an alarm at 9.25 pm and landed the plane safely.

An IndiGo spokespeson said that a technical snag was detected on flight 6E 6271 while it was on its way from Delhi to Manohar International Airport in Goa.

"Following procedures, the



aircraft was diverted and landed at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai," the spokesperson said.

The official further added that an alternative aircraft was arranged for the remainder of the journey, while the aircraft underwent necessary checks and maintenance before resuming operations.

"We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation. At IndiGo, the safety and security of the customers, crew and aircraft is of the utmost importance," the IndiGo spokesperson added.