IANS | 06 Jun, 2023
Air India flight AI173, from Delhi to San Francisco, was forced to
divert and make an emergency landing at Magadan airport in Russia due to
a technical issue with one of its engines, officials said.
The
flight, carrying 216 passengers and 16 crew members, encountered the
problem mid-flight, prompting the pilot to take immediate action to
ensure the safety of all onboard.
Air India officials assured the
passengers that alternate travel arrangements would be made to ensure
they reach their destinations as soon as possible.
"The
passengers are being provided all support on ground and will be provided
alternate options to reach their destinations at the earliest. The
aircraft is undergoing the mandatory checks on ground. We sincerely
regret the inconvenience caused to the passengers," said the airline's
spokesperson.
