Trichy: Air India Express plane broke down in the air in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. It is being told that the hydraulics of the plane's wheels, which turn inwards, had failed. However, as soon as the pilot got this information, it was decided that the plane would be landed back at Trichy Airport. However, during this period, 20 ambulances were deployed at the airport and nearby hospitals were also put on alert. Now a video from inside the plane has also surfaced, in which passengers can be seen inside the flight.
MK Stalin held emergency meeting
After the accident, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin also held an emergency meeting with the officials over phone. In his post on Twitter, he wrote, 'I am happy to hear that the Air India Express flight has landed safely. After receiving news of the landing gear issue, I immediately held an emergency meeting with officials over the phone. Directed them to implement all necessary safety measures including deploying fire engines, ambulances and medical aid. I have also directed the District Collector to ensure continued safety of all passengers and provide further assistance. My congratulations to the Captain and crew for the safe landing.
Air India Express responded
Air India Express has also reacted to this incident of technical fault. The company said no emergency was declared by the aircraft's operating crew. Air India Express has also explained why the plane was made to go around again and again. Air India Express reported that the plane circled a designated area several times before landing safely after reporting a technical glitch. This has been done to reduce the fuel and weight of the aircraft while keeping the runway length in mind. Air India Express further said that the cause of this incident or disturbance will be fully investigated. Along with this, the company has said that an alternative aircraft is being arranged for the passengers.
Air India hydraulic failure: Air India plane's hydraulics failed in the air, safe landing; 20 ambulances deployed at the airport
Air India hydraulic failure: CM MK Stalin did this as soon as he heard the news of malfunction in Air India plane, gave information by posting
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