Overview
- Flight VN-984, scheduled to depart Hyderabad at 11:55 pm on Friday, was delayed through the night and canceled around 10:00 am on Saturday after nearly 12 hours.
- Hyderabad airport authorities confirmed the cancellation was due to technical issues, while Vietnam Airlines had not issued a formal statement at the time of reporting.
- Passengers protested at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, alleging poor communication and a lack of clear alternatives during the extended disruption.
- Local reports put the passenger count at 194, and airport sources said the airline arranged overnight accommodation.
- A separate Air Traffic Control technical issue led to broader delays for other flights, including services to Mumbai and Delhi.