An AirAsia India Jaipur-Hyderabad flight with 76 people onboard made an emergency landing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, here on Tuesday, due to a technical issue.
Also Read: Number of air passengers, flights set to rise: Minister
"We are carrying out detailed inspection of the aircraft, having informed DGCA. We are assisting in the investigation to find the cause," the spokesperson said.
An airline spokesperson said the VT-IXC, operating as i51543 from Jaipur to Hyderabad, encountered a technical issue and carried out a precautionary engine shut down. The aircraft, carrying 70 passengers and six crew, landed safely around 1.25 p.m.
Also Read: Number of air passengers, flights set to rise: Minister
"We are carrying out detailed inspection of the aircraft, having informed DGCA. We are assisting in the investigation to find the cause," the spokesperson said.
First Published: May 26, 2020 6:31 PM IST
Check out our in-depth Market Coverage, Business News & get real-time Stock Market Updates on CNBC-TV18. Also, Watch our channels CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz and CNBC Bajar Live on-the-go!