On Wednesday morning, there was a stir at the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow when the Air India Express flight IX 193 came to light. The flight was about to fly to Dubai at 8:45 am, but the technical disturbance was detected as soon as the engine started, after which the pilot refused the takeoff.
168 people were riding in the aircraft
The aircraft had 160 passengers and 8 crew members, a total of 168 people were aboard. As soon as the pilot realized the malfunction, he immediately informed the airline officials and the air traffic control (ATC). After this, the passengers were taken off the flight and all the standards of security were given priority.
The statement issued by the airline said that some passengers have been refunded immediately, while other passengers have been arranged to stay in the nearest hotel. The technical team is busy in fixing the disturbances of the aircraft and it is being said to arrange for alternative flights soon.
Many passengers aboard the flight were worried about their next travel plans, but the situation was controlled by the airline’s quick arrangement.
Currently, the team of Air India Express and DGCA is conducting technical investigation into this entire matter. The operation of normal flights at the airport continues smoothly.
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