Chennai-Bound Indigo Flight Lands in Hyderabad After Fire Triggers Diversion
The plane has landed safely, the carrier said
An IndiGo flight travelling from Delhi to Chennai made an emergency landing at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad on Sunday after smoke was detected from a passenger’s electronic device mid-air.
The incident occurred aboard flight 6E 6115, reportedly after a passenger’s power bank caught fire. The cabin crew immediately responded and brought the situation under control using onboard safety equipment. The aircraft was diverted to Hyderabad, where it landed safely. All passengers were reported to be safe.
In a statement, IndiGo confirmed that the flight was diverted after smoke was detected from a passenger’s electronic device. The airline said the crew brought the situation under control before the aircraft landed safely at RGIA.
IndiGo said an alternate aircraft had been arranged to transport passengers to Chennai. Refreshments were provided, and passengers were being kept informed about further travel arrangements.
Officials are investigating the cause of the incident, including details of the electronic device involved.