An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Bagdogra was delayed for about four hours at Delhi airport due to a technical issue caused by high ground temperatures.
IndiGo flight 6E 2521 was scheduled to depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport at 2:10 pm and arrive at Bagdogra Airport near Siliguri, West Bengal, at 4:10 pm.
The aircraft encountered the technical snag while parked on the tarmac, affecting the refueling process.
“Delhi and Bagdogra flights were delayed due to high ground temperatures impeding operations. IndiGo prioritizes passenger safety above all else and is taking steps to enable a prompt departure. Passengers are being provided with regular updates, and we regret the inconvenience caused due to factors beyond the airline’s control,” IndiGo stated.
The airline operates Airbus A20N, A32N, and A21N aircraft on the Delhi-Bagdogra route.
On June 9, a major accident was averted at Mumbai airport when an Air India aircraft took off while an IndiGo aircraft landed on the same runway within a minute. The incident is being investigated by the aviation watchdog DGCA and the two airlines.
According to PTI, the two A320 aircraft had around 300 passengers on board.
Both airlines stated that they were cleared for landing and takeoff by Air Traffic Control (ATC).
“On June 8, IndiGo flight 6E 6053 from Indore was given landing clearance by ATC at Mumbai Airport. The pilot in command continued the approach and landing and followed ATC instructions,” IndiGo said in a statement.
