Technical issue forces Air India plane back to Hong Kong
"AI315 operating from Hong Kong to Delhi on June 16 air-returned to Hong Kong shortly after take-off due to a technical issue. The flight landed safely at Hong Kong and is undergoing checks as a matter of abundant precaution," Anadolu Ajansı (AA) quoted the airline's statement.
The airline added that alternative arrangements were being made to fly passengers to Delhi at the earliest.
"We are providing all necessary on-ground assistance to the passengers to minimise the inconvenience caused by this unforeseen disruption," the spokesperson added.
The incident comes just days after a major aviation tragedy involving Air India, when a flight carrying 242 people crashed in the western Indian state of Gujarat, resulting in over 270 deaths, including individuals on the ground.
In response to the tragedy, Indian authorities have ordered a thorough inspection of Air India's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet.– BERNAMA
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