NewKerala.com

SpiceJet Flight Makes Emergency Return to Delhi After Mid-Air Engine Failure

A SpiceJet flight bound for Leh declared a full emergency and returned to Delhi shortly after takeoff due to an engine failure. The aircraft, flight SG-121, was carrying approximately 150 passengers when the incident occurred. The malfunction was reported in the plane's number two engine, prompting an immediate air return. Authorities are investigating the cause of the engine failure as further details are awaited.

Key Points: SpiceJet Delhi-Leh Flight Returns After Engine Failure

  • Full emergency declared at Delhi airport
  • Engine failure minutes after take-off
  • Flight SG-121 carrying 150 passengers
  • Aircraft safely returned to origin
1 min read

Engine failure triggers full emergency post take-off for SpiceJet Delhi-Leh flight SG-121; returns to Delhi

A SpiceJet flight to Leh declared a full emergency and returned to Delhi after a mid-air engine failure with 150 passengers on board.

"The cause of the emergency landing is the failure of engine number 2 - sources"

New Delhi, February 24

A full emergency was declared at the Indira Gandhi International Airport early Tuesday morning after a Leh-bound SpiceJet flight reported a mid-air engine failure. Flight SG-121, which was carrying approximately 150 passengers, initiated an immediate air return to the national capital just minutes after departure following a malfunction in its number two engine.

"SpiceJet 121 Delhi-Leh experienced a problem shortly after departure from Delhi, and returned to Delhi Airport instead of continuing to Leh. Approximately 150 passengers boarded the flight. The cause of the emergency landing is the failure of engine number 2," according to the sources.

Further details are awaited.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
My cousin was on this flight! She just called, still shaken but safe. The crew was very professional. But seriously, SpiceJet needs to answer for this. Engine failure minutes after takeoff? This is not acceptable. Passengers deserve better.
R
Rohit P
Leh route is challenging with the mountains. An engine failure there could have been catastrophic. Hats off to the pilot's skill for the safe return. Hope the investigation is thorough and not just another file that gets closed.
S
Sarah B
Flying in India is becoming a gamble. First, it was the turbulence incidents, now this. While I'm relieved everyone is safe, there's a pattern of maintenance issues that needs to be addressed at a systemic level. Time for stricter regulations.
V
Vikram M
This is why many people still prefer trains, even for long journeys. At least you're on the ground. Airlines cut costs on maintenance and it's the common passenger who pays the price with their safety. DGCA must take strong action.
K
Karthik V
A respectful criticism: While we praise the crew (and rightly so), the media should also focus on the root cause. Was it a maintenance lapse? A spare parts issue? We need transparency, not just feel-good stories about safe landings. Prevention is key.
A
Ananya R

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50