Russia: Delhi-San Francisco Air India flight diverted to Magadan after engine glitch

An Air-India flight bound for Delhi-San Francisco was diverted to Magadan, Russia on Tuesday, because of an engine glitch, the airline authorities revealed to the media.

As per the authorities, the flight which had approximately 216 passengers on board were landed safely in Russia. It took off from the national capital, Delhi on scheduled time.

The statement of the Air India reads “Air India flight AI173 of date operating from Delhi to San Francisco developed a technical issue with one of its engines. The flight with 216 passengers and 16 crew was diverted and landed safely in Magadan airport in Russia.”

“The passengers are being provided all support on the ground and will be provided alternate options to reach their destinations at the earliest. The aircraft is undergoing the mandatory checks on the ground. We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused to the passengers,” it added.

Reena Choudhary

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