IndiGo Airbus A321's Tail Touches Runway at Mumbai Airport Amid Bad Weather
An IndiGo Airbus A321 aircraft's tail touched the runway during a low-altitude go-around maneuver at Mumbai Airport due to poor weather conditions. The aircraft later landed safely, and IndiGo is conducting necessary checks.
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Instead of attempting to land in less-than-ideal conditions, airline pilots frequently opt for a go-around. This decision is made to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
On August 16, 2025, an IndiGo Airbus A321 aircraft tail touched the runway while executing a low-altitude go-around due to unfavourable weather conditions in Mumbai. Thereafter, the aircraft carried out another approach and landed safely, an IndiGo Spokesperson said in a statement.
The Airline said that it will follow all the guidelines before the aircraft resumes operation. Following the standard protocol, the aircraft will go through necessary checks/repairs and regulatory clearance before resuming operations, the Spokesperson added.
At IndiGo, the safety of our customers, crew, and aircraft is our top priority. We are making all efforts to minimise any subsequent impact on our operations due to this incident, the Spokesperson stated.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) sent IndiGo a show-cause notice earlier last week for training 1,700 pilots to operate at three crucial airports with challenging runway conditions that necessitate specialised aircraft handling to ensure safe landings and takeoffs using “non-qualified simulators.”
According to the show cause notice, IndiGo used unqualified simulators to train flight commanders and first officers in Category C (Critical) airfields. An examination of IndiGo’s simulator training data revealed that several Full Flight Simulators used for testing, training, or inspecting airfields like Kozhikode, Leh, and Kathmandu were not qualified or approved for the particular airport models as required by the Civil Aviation Rules (CAR), as per DGCA.
IndiGo has violated the CAR provisions by neglecting to guarantee that training pertaining to Class III (critical) airports is conducted using suitably qualified simulators, the notice stated.
IndiGo, one of India’s leading airlines, is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency. The company will continue to work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all aviation regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the IndiGo Airbus A321 at Mumbai Airport?
The tail of the IndiGo Airbus A321 touched the runway during a low-altitude go-around maneuver due to poor weather conditions.
Why did the pilots opt for a go-around?
The pilots opted for a go-around to ensure the safety of passengers and crew, as the weather conditions were unfavorable for landing.
What actions is IndiGo taking after the incident?
IndiGo is conducting necessary checks and repairs on the aircraft and will follow all regulatory guidelines before the aircraft resumes operation.
What is the role of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in this incident?
The DGCA sent IndiGo a show-cause notice for using unqualified simulators to train pilots for critical airports, which is a violation of Civil Aviation Rules (CAR).
How is IndiGo ensuring the safety of its operations?
IndiGo is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency. They will continue to work closely with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all aviation regulations.
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