Regional airline FLY91 issued a statement clarifying that its flight IC3401, which was scheduled from Hyderabad to Hubballi, was diverted to Bengaluru due to adverse weather conditions, not any technical issues. The flight departed Hyderabad at 3 PM on April 19, 2026, and encountered bad weather near Hubballi, prompting the diversion as per standard operating procedures. FLY91 emphasized that safety was never compromised during the operation and that holding the aircraft over Hubballi and diverting to Bengaluru is a common industry practice. The airline also highlighted its well-trained crew, stating that they are equipped to manage such situations effectively and that FLY91 has an impeccable safety record. The airline rejected media reports suggesting technical faults, calling them false and baseless.