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IndiGo MumbaiDehradun Flight Lands Safely After Bird Strike, 186 Unharmed

Engineers confirmed nose damage, prompting removal for detailed inspection and repairs.

Overview

  • The aircraft was struck minutes before landing at Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport.
  • The plane completed the approach and touchdown without incident, and no passengers or crew were injured.
  • Post-landing checks identified damage concentrated in the front nose section.
  • The jet was withdrawn from service pending additional inspection and repair work.
  • News18 reported the incident on Sunday with an accompanying image credited to Reuters.