Delhi–Leh SpiceJet flight returns minutes after takeoff due to engine issue; 150 passengers safe. Photo: X.
SpiceJet Emergency: A full emergency was declared on Tuesday morning after a Delhi–Leh flight reported a problem with one of its engines shortly after takeoff, according to a report by HT. The aircraft later returned safely to the national capital. HT quoted officials aware of the development saying the flight was forced to turn back “following an Engine Number 2 failure”.
The aircraft involved, a Boeing 737, was carrying approximately 150 passengers, the report added. According to flight details, the Delhi–Leh (DEL-IXL) service took off at 6:21 am and landed back safely in Delhi at around 6:49 am. Another account of the timing indicated the aircraft returned at approximately 6:45 am.
All passengers were safely accommodated after landing, officials confirmed to HT.
A spokesperson for SpiceJet, quoted by several agencies, said the flight returned to Delhi after experiencing a technical issue, while clarifying that there was no fire-related alert.
“The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, and all passengers were disembarked normally. There was no fire warning in the cockpit,” the spokesperson said.
In a detailed statement, the airline added, “A SpiceJet flight operating from Delhi to Leh on February 24 returned to Delhi after experiencing a technical issue. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, and all passengers were disembarked normally. There was no fire warning in the cockpit. Situation is normal at the arrival area. SpiceJet will provide accommodation to all passengers. The next flight has been arranged for tomorrow.”
The incident comes days after SpiceJet announced plans to expand its operational fleet. Last week, the airline said it is working to increase its fleet strength to around 60 aircraft through a combination of wet and damp leasing arrangements, along with the phased return of grounded planes into service.
Zubair Amin is a Senior Journalist at NewsX with over seven years of experience in reporting and editorial work. He has written for leading national and international publications, including Foreign Policy Magazine, Al Jazeera, The Economic Times, The Indian Express, The Wire, Article 14, Mongabay, News9, among others. His primary focus is on international affairs, with a strong interest in US politics and policy. He also writes on West Asia, Indian polity, and constitutional issues. Zubair tweets at zubaiyr.amin
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