On Thursday, an Air India flight operating from Delhi to Bengaluru encountered a tail strike while landing at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The Airbus A321 aircraft, carrying 181 passengers, landed safely, and all individuals onboard disembarked without incident. However, the return flight to Delhi was cancelled as a precautionary measure. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has grounded the aircraft and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tail strike. An Air India spokesperson stated that the investigation will follow established procedures in coordination with relevant regulatory authorities. They also noted that alternative arrangements are being made for affected passengers, with ground teams in Bengaluru providing necessary assistance. The airline expressed regret for the inconvenience caused, emphasizing that passenger safety remains their highest priority. In light of the incident, the pilots have been off-rostered while the investigation is underway. This incident is part of a broader concern regarding tail strikes in the Indian aviation sector, as the IndiGo airline faced similar issues last year, leading to regulatory scrutiny and penalties from the DGCA.