Overview
- Flight AI101 from Delhi to New York returned after an unexpected Iranian airspace closure and, while taxiing in dense fog back at IGI, ingested a foreign object that damaged its right engine.
- Air India said the aircraft was safely positioned at a parking stand and confirmed all passengers and crew were safe.
- The airline grounded the A350 for investigation and repairs and warned travelers of potential disruptions on some A350-operated routes.
- In a separate event, Singapore-bound flight AI2380 made a precautionary return to Delhi due to a suspected technical issue, with PTI reporting an APU fire warning.
- Passengers on AI2380 received assistance in Delhi and continued to Singapore on an alternative Boeing 787-9 aircraft.