An Air India Airbus A350 suffered engine damage at Delhi airport on Thursday (January 15) after it sucked a baggage container while taxiing in low-visibility conditions caused by dense fog, the airline confirmed. The aircraft, operating Flight AI101 from Delhi to New York (JFK), had earlier returned to the airport shortly after departure because the sudden closure of Iranian airspace disrupted its planned flight path. The engine incident occurred after the aircraft landed back in Delhi.&nbsp;According to an Air India spokesperson, the aircraft encountered a foreign object on the taxiway, which led to damage to its right engine. The plane was subsequently guided to a designated parking bay, and all passengers and crew remained safe throughout the incident.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/75-of-indian-colleges-still-not-ready-for-industry-only-8-6-of-institutions-aligned-with-job-needs-report-1768479759767">75% of Indian colleges still not ready for industry; only 8.6% of institutions aligned with job needs: Report</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Air India A350 to JFK takes off from Delhi, flies 3 hours, then boomerangs back... and a report claims the right engine sucked in a whole cargo container (ULD) while taxiing, trashing it? VT-JRB now waiting maintenance. I&#39;m skeptical ... that ULD story sounds off physically.… <a href="https://t.co/epN3otDEAL">pic.twitter.com/epN3otDEAL</a>&mdash; Fahad Naim (@Fahadnaimb) <a href="https://twitter.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2011733466845782402?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Air India said that the aircraft has been taken out of service to allow for a detailed inspection and repairs. The airline cautioned that the grounding of the A350 may affect some long-haul services operated by the aircraft type. Passengers impacted by the disruption are being offered rebooking options or refunds, the airline said, adding that safety remains its top priority. Meanwhile, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated an investigation to determine how the baggage container ended up on the taxiway and was ingested by the engine.<h2>Air India plane bound for Singapore suffers technical glitch, returns to Delhi</h2>A Singapore-bound Air India flight with about 190 passengers onboard was forced to turn back to Delhi early on Thursday (January 15) after the Boeing Dreamliner operating the service developed a technical snag, according to reports. "The aircraft landed safely in Delhi. Our ground teams at Delhi extended all necessary assistance to passengers, and the flight departed for Singapore on an alternative aircraft," the spokesperson said in a statement.

Air India Delhi–New York flight grounded after engine sucks in baggage container | WATCH

An Air India Airbus A350 suffered engine damage at Delhi airport on Thursday (January 15) after it sucked a baggage container while taxiing in low-visibility conditions caused by dense fog, the airline confirmed. The aircraft, operating Flight AI101 from Delhi to New York (JFK), had earlier returned to the airport shortly after departure because the sudden closure of Iranian airspace disrupted its planned flight path. The engine incident occurred after the aircraft landed back in Delhi. According to an Air India spokesperson, the aircraft encountered a foreign object on the taxiway, which led to damage to its right engine. The plane was subsequently guided to a designated parking bay, and all passengers and crew remained safe throughout the incident. Also Read: 75% of Indian colleges still not ready for industry; only 8.6% of institutions aligned with job needs: Report

Air India grounded an Airbus A350 flight going to New York after a baggage container was sucked into its engine while taxiing in dense fog at Delhi airport

Delhi airport operator DIAL on Saturday said there will be no flight arrivals and departures between 10.20 am and 12.45 pm for the next eight days till January 26 in view of the Republic Day week.
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"As per the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued for Republic Day week from 19th to 26th Jan 2025, no flights would be arriving or departing from Delhi Airport between 10:20 AM to 12:45 PM IST," DIAL said in a post on X. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information.
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Kind attention to all flyers! <a href="https://t.co/yWfzhrsfSl">pic.twitter.com/yWfzhrsfSl</a>
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The government has also asked schools to be careful about kite flying on Republic Day.
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<h2>Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be chief guest at 76th Republic Day celebrations</h2>
This year, Indonesian President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indonesia-president-to-travel-to-malaysia-after-india-visit-8610323">Prabowo Subianto</a> will be the chief guest for India&rsquo;s Republic Day celebrations on 26 January, according to an announcement made by the government on Thursday.
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President Prabowo&rsquo;s visit to India marks his first as president, following his assumption of office in October 2024. He is the fourth Indonesian leader to be invited as the chief guest for Republic Day, with President Sukarno having attended the inaugural celebrations in 1950.
The Ministry of External Affairs stated, &ldquo;At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto will pay a State Visit to India during 25-26 January 2025. President Prabowo will also be the Chief Guest for India&rsquo;s 76th Republic Day celebrations.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information.

Delhi airport operator DIAL on Saturday said there will be no flight arrivals and departures between 10.20 am and 12.45 pm for the next eight days till January 26 in view of the Republic Day week. Also read: Abhay Singh aka 'IIT Baba' reveals the reason behind his abrupt Maha Kumbh exit "As per the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued for Republic Day week from 19th to 26th Jan 2025, no flights would be arriving or departing from Delhi Airport between 10:20 AM to 12:45 PM IST," DIAL said in a post on X. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) also advised passengers to check with the airlines concerned for the updated flight information. Kind attention to all flyers! pic.twitter.com/yWfzhrsfSl — Delhi Airport (@DelhiAirport) January 18, 2025 The government has also asked schools to be careful about kite flying on Republic Day. Also read: Are you charging 'Woman Tax' from your husband? This British woman does. Know what it is Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to be chief guest at 76th Republic Day celebrations This year, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest for India’s Republic Day celebrations on 26 January, according to an announcement made by the government on Thursday. Also read: 'Fondly Remember Watching This,' says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as Ramayana Anime readies for big screen release President Prabowo’s visit to India marks his first as president, following his assumption of office in October 2024. He is the fourth Indonesian leader to be invited as the chief guest for Republic Day, with President Sukarno having attended the inaugural celebrations in 1950. The Ministry of External Affairs stated, “At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto will pay a State Visit to India during 25-26 January 2025. President Prabowo will also be the Chief Guest for India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations.” (With inputs from agencies)

Flight disruptions at Delhi Airport from Jan 19-26: Check timings and updates

Two Vistara Airlines flights came perilously close to a major mishap at the Delhi Airport on Wednesday (August 23). One airplane was given clearance for landing while the other was cleared for take-off at the same time.

Two Vistara Airlines flights came perilously close to a major mishap at the Delhi Airport on Wednesday (August 23). One airplane was given clearance for landing while the other was cleared for take-off at the same time. Both flights may have gone ahead with the manoeuvre if it wasn't for the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) intervening at the eleventh hour. According to a report by news agency ANI, a Delhi-Bagdogra flight was given the green light for the take-off at the recently inaugurated runway while an Ahmedabad-Delhi flight, after landing on a parallel runway, was inching closer to the end of the runway. According to an official aware of the developments, both flights were granted permission at the same time. However, after assessing the gravity of the situation, ATC asked the Delhi-Bagdogra Vistara flight to abort take-off. Watch | Indigo is first Indian airline valued at over 1 trillion rupees × Violation of SOP may have resulted in collision If the flight's take-off wasn't aborted, the planes could have collided and resulted in major loss of life and property. The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) states that no aircraft or vehicle movement is allowed on the runway during take-off and landing. "Normally a take-off clearance is not issued to an aircraft on one runway unless the aircraft on the second runway has landed," senior pilot and founder of Safety Matters Foundation, Capt Amit Singh was quoted as saying by ANI. Also read | India: IndiGo pilot collapses and dies at boarding gate before operating flight to Pune "However, due to a lapse if the aircraft is permitted to take off from one runway and the aircraft approaching on the second runway decides to abort the landing and carry out a go-around to climb ahead, the flight path of the two aircraft in the air may come in conflict since the runway they were aligned to were closely spaced," he added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India: Two Vistara airplanes come perilously close to mishap after being given take-off, landing clearance

India's SpiceJet airline said its aircraft made an emergency landing on Saturday (July 2) after the crew noticed smoke in the cabin soon after takeoff. The aircraft was operating from Delhi to Jabalpur and it returned safely to the national capital after the smoke was detected while passing 5000ft.

India's SpiceJet airline said its aircraft made an emergency landing on Saturday (July 2) after the crew noticed smoke in the cabin soon after takeoff. The aircraft was operating from Delhi to Jabalpur and it returned safely to the national capital after the smoke was detected while passing 5000ft. The domestic airline further noted that passengers were safely disembarked once the aircraft returned to Delhi's airport. The airline said on Twitter: "While passing 5,000 feet, the crew noticed smoke in the cabin." A video of the same went viral on social media platforms where passengers can be seen sitting amid the smoke-filled cabin. ALSO READ | After 10-day absence, Elon Musk is back on Twitter with two pics; says, 'Feeling … perhaps … a little bored?' So far, the reason behind the smoke is not known but citing sources, India-based news agencies reported that a preliminary probe indicate that an oil leak in the left engine caused the smoke. The airline also did not disclose how many passengers were on board Saturday's flight. However, it said the plane had landed "safely" and that an alternative flight had been "immediately arranged" for travellers. Watch the video here: #WATCH | A SpiceJet aircraft operating from Delhi to Jabalpur returned safely to the Delhi airport today morning after the crew noticed smoke in the cabin while passing 5000ft; passengers safely disembarked: SpiceJet Spokesperson pic.twitter.com/R1LwAVO4Mk — ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2022 × A similar case in June The SpiceJet airline has been in the news in recent months. Last month, another flight was forced to make an emergency landing after its left engine caught fire. June: A New Delhi-bound SpiceJet flight with 185 passengers on board made an emergency landing in the eastern Indian city of Patna after an engine caught fire. May: Hundreds of its passengers were stranded inside their planes after the low-cost airline cancelled or delayed flights due to an "attempted ransomware attack", it said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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