Fly91 Flight Diverted to Bengaluru After Technical Issue Mid-Flight
Hubballi-Bound Fly91 Flight Diverted To Bengaluru Due To Technical Snag, Was Airborne For 4 Hours
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A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Bengaluru due to a mid-air technical snag, remaining airborne for nearly four hours. Passengers expressed distress during the ordeal, and family members criticized the airline for lack of communication.
- 01The Fly91 flight IC3401 was diverted after encountering a technical issue.
- 02The aircraft circled over regions including Mundgod, Davanagere, and Shivamogga.
- 03The flight took off from Hyderabad at 3 pm and landed in Bengaluru at 7:30 pm.
- 04Passengers reported feeling shaken and anxious during the incident.
- 05Family members of passengers criticized the airline for inadequate communication.
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A Fly91 Airlines flight IC3401, an ATR turboprop, was diverted to Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru after experiencing a technical snag mid-air. The flight took off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad at approximately 3 pm on Sunday, intending to land at Hubballi airport at 4:30 pm. However, as the aircraft approached Hubballi, a technical issue arose, forcing it to circle over areas including Mundgod, Davanagere, and Shivamogga for nearly four hours. The flight finally landed safely in Bengaluru at around 7:30 pm. Passengers onboard were visibly shaken, with many expressing their fears during the ordeal. Family members of the passengers voiced their frustration towards the airline for not providing timely updates throughout the incident.
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The incident highlights the importance of clear communication from airlines during emergencies, which can significantly affect passenger experience and family concerns.
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