New Delhi:

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Delhi Crime Branch) Satish Kumar claimed that the IndiGo flight from Ayodhya to Delhi diverted and landed in Chandigarh with just a minute or two of fuel left. Later, the airline said on Monday that its flights always had enough fuel to fly to alternate airports in compliance with regulations.

“IndiGo flight 6E 2702 operating between Ayodhya and Delhi on April 13 was diverted to Chandigarh due to bad weather in Delhi. The captain performed a go-around in compliance with standard operating procedures. It was an absolutely safe operation .” Airline spokesman.

“As per regulations, aircraft always have enough fuel to divert to alternate airports. The safety of our dear passengers is of the utmost importance to us. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience that may have been caused by factors beyond the airline’s control. ” added the spokesperson.

However, Satish claims he learned after landing that they had landed in the nick of time and the crew had only a minute or two of fuel left.

“Had a traumatic experience yesterday on IndiGo6E flight number 6E2702 from Ayodhya to Delhi. Scheduled departure time was 3:25 pm and scheduled arrival time was 4:30 pm. At around 4:15 pm, the pilot announced the Delhi airport weather Severe and ensures that the aircraft has 45 minutes of fuel reserves remaining,” the DCP wrote on X.

I had a painful experience yesterday @IndiGo6E Flight number 6E2702 flew from Ayodhya to Delhi. Planned departure time 3:25 pm Planned arrival time 4:30 pm
At approximately 4:15 p.m., the pilot announced severe weather @Delhi Airport. And ensure that the aircraft has 45…

— Satish Kumar (@CopSatish499) April 14, 2024

Satish further said that the pilot tried to land twice but failed due to bad weather and still wasted a lot of time in deciding the next move.

“At 5.30 pm (75 minutes after the fuel suspension announcement), the pilot announced that he would eventually attempt to land in Chandigarh. At that time, several passengers and one crew member started vomiting due to panic. ,” he further said .

“The plane finally landed at Chandigarh airport at 6.10 pm, 115 minutes after the 45-minute fuel hold notice…it was an ordeal for the passengers. DGCA and MoCA please ask if all SOPs are in place Are all complied with, or is this the best of luck?” he wrote.

Meanwhile, aviation regulator the Civil Aviation Administration of China has yet to respond.

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