IndiGo flight suffers 'tail strike' during 2nd landing approach at Bengaluru airport

According to Gulf News, an IndiGo flight experienced a tail strike during its second landing approach at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport. A tail strike occurs when the rear part of an aircraft's fuselage makes contact with the runway during takeoff or landing, often due to an incorrect pitch angle or wind conditions.

Following the incident, aviation safety protocols were initiated to assess the aircraft for structural damage. While such events are classified as serious incidents by aviation authorities, they do not always result in injuries to passengers or crew. The airline is expected to conduct a thorough technical inspection of the airframe before returning the aircraft to service.

IndiGo, India's largest carrier, has not yet released a detailed statement regarding the specific flight number or the number of passengers on board. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) typically oversees investigations into such incidents to determine the cause and ensure compliance with safety standards. Further updates are expected as the technical assessment concludes.