Narrow Escape For Air India Passengers At Hyderabad Airport As Pilot Aborts Takeoff On Runway Due To Technical Fault

Hyderabad: A major incident was averted at Shamshabad Airport in Hyderabad when a technical fault was detected in an Air India plane preparing for takeoff on the Runway. According to reports, the pilot's swift action in stopping the plane on the runway before takeoff has reportedly averted a big tragedy at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, saving the lives of several passengers. 

Sources claimed that the Air India plane, which was scheduled to fly from Hyderabad to Mumbai, was taxiing down the runway when the pilot detected a technical fault. Soon after detecting the fault, the pilot applied the brakes, bringing the plane to a safe stop on the runway. The incident occurred just as the plane was about to take off.

According to reports, the flight, numbered AI-2534, was scheduled to depart from Hyderabad to Mumbai at 2 pm on Friday. However, the pilot's prompt action prevented a major accident when he stopped the plane on the runway after detecting the fault.

The official sources claimed that the Air India plane, with 97 passengers on board, was preparing for takeoff when the technical fault was discovered. The pilot immediately applied the brakes, and the plane came to a halt on the runway. The Air India team quickly swung into action and arranged for another plane to take the passengers to their destination.

Alternative Flight Arranged For Passengers

The passengers were subsequently sent on another flight, AI-2445, which was originally scheduled to depart at 2.30 pm. However, the flight took off at 3.05 pm with a total of 148 passengers, including the 97 passengers from the original flight. 

Air India confirmed the incident, stating that flight AI-2534, operating from Hyderabad to Mumbai, developed a technical fault and was declared AOG (Aircraft On Ground). The airline promptly arranged for an alternative flight to transport the passengers to Mumbai.

The incident brings back memories of the tragic Air India plane crash that occurred on June 12, in Ahmedabad. The plane crash resulted in the loss of 241 lives, with only one survivor, British citizen Vishwashkumar Ramesh. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing.

In the wake of the disastrous crash, Air India has announced plans to cut 38 international flights per week between June 21 and July 15 and suspend services on three foreign routes. Air India's decision comes as the airline navigates through a challenging period.

An investigation has been initiated to ascertain the cause of the technical fault and to identify measures that can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. 

Further details regarding the incident are awaited.