IndiGo's Goa-Delhi Flight Makes U-Turn After Mid-Air Engine Snag - NDTV

**IndiGo Flight Returns to Goa After Mid‑Air Engine Failure**

A Delhi‑bound IndiGo flight operating on the Goa‑Delhi sector was forced to turn back to Dabolim Airport on Tuesday after one of its engines experienced a malfunction at cruising altitude. The aircraft, an Airbus A320 registered as **VT‑INO**, was carrying 155 passengers and six crew members when the issue was detected approximately 30 minutes after take‑off. Pilots declared an in‑flight emergency, executed a 180‑degree turn, and initiated a standard emergency landing procedure, as confirmed by the airline and airport officials.

According to a statement released by IndiGo, the engine snag manifested as a sudden loss of thrust and abnormal vibration, prompting the flight crew to follow the airline’s safety protocol and shut down the affected engine. Air traffic control cleared the aircraft for an immediate return, and ground emergency services were on standby at Dabolim. The aircraft landed safely on runway 08, and all occupants were evacuated without injury. Passengers were later escorted to the terminal, where IndiGo provided accommodation and alternate travel arrangements.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has opened a preliminary investigation to determine the technical cause of the engine failure, with the aircraft undergoing a thorough inspection before being released for service. IndiGo’s spokesperson emphasized the airline’s “zero‑tolerance” approach to safety and assured the public that operations on the Goa‑Delhi route will resume once the aircraft is cleared. The incident marks the latest in a series of high‑profile engine‑related events in Indian aviation, underscoring the importance of rigorous maintenance oversight.