NEW DELHI, [DATE] – An Air India Express Boeing 737 MAX 8 operating flight IX 785 from Delhi to Ranchi was forced to return to Indira Gandhi International Airport shortly after takeoff on Monday due to a suspected technical issue. This marks the fourth aviation emergency involving Indian carriers in just 36 hours.
Key Details of the Incident
✈ Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 8 (Same model involved in global safety concerns)
🕒 Timeline:
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Scheduled departure: 4:30 PM
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Emergency return: Within 45 minutes of takeoff
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Safe landing: 5:15 PM
🔧 Status: Cleared after inspection, continued operations
Recent Aviation Emergencies Timeline
| Date | Flight | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| June 24 | Air India Express (Delhi-Ranchi) | Technical glitch |
| June 24 | Air India Dreamliner (Hong Kong-Delhi) | Precautionary return |
| June 23 | British F-35 (Kerala) | Low fuel emergency |
| June 23 | Lufthansa (Frankfurt-Hyderabad) | Bomb threat |
“Safety is never compromised. The aircraft underwent full checks before resuming service,” said an Air India Express spokesperson.
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FAQs
1. Was this a Boeing 737 MAX safety issue?
Officials confirm it was a minor technical glitch, unrelated to previous MAX controversies.
2. How many passengers were onboard?
The 180-seat aircraft was reportedly 80% occupied. No injuries reported.
3. Are Boeing planes unsafe for travel?
All aircraft in India undergo DGCA-mandated checks. This is the first MAX incident post-2021 recertification.
4. What compensation do passengers get?
As per DGCA norms: Full refund/rescheduling + meal vouchers for >1hr delay.
5. Has Air India commented on recent incidents?
The airline emphasizes these are “unrelated precautionary measures” and maintains 100% safety compliance.
