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Air India flight with 216 passengers diverted to Russia after engine glitch

After experiencing engine trouble, an Air India flight from New Delhi to San Francisco was diverted to Russia. According to airline officials, the aircraft landed in Magadan safely. 16 crew members and 216 passengers were on board the aircraft. The airline stated that the aircraft is undergoing the required inspections and that the passengers are […]

After experiencing engine trouble, an Air India flight from New Delhi to San Francisco was diverted to Russia. According to airline officials, the aircraft landed in Magadan safely. 16 crew members and 216 passengers were on board the aircraft. The airline stated that the aircraft is undergoing the required inspections and that the passengers are receiving all assistance on the ground. Air India continued, “The passengers will be given an alternative option to get to their destination as soon as possible.” Here’s how netizens have reacted to this news, first user says, “Wish everyone the best in this tough situation. Cannot be easy with little to no information and minimal language fluency. Let’s hope that the passengers get to their destination safely.” Another user says, “So tata acquiring air India did not change anything. Anyhow good riddence at least the loss now have to bourne by a private airline.”

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